Any Suggestions on a Range Bag?

The Midway bag is where its at, in my opinion. I have used all sorts of tool bags, gym bags, etc, and while they worked, they are nothing like a true rang bag. If all you ever had was a tool bag, then you do not know what you are missing, trust me.
 
The Midway bag is where its at, in my opinion. I have used all sorts of tool bags, gym bags, etc, and while they worked, they are nothing like a true rang bag. If all you ever had was a tool bag, then you do not know what you are missing, trust me.
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I would have agreed with you a few years ago, but since I started using the rubbermaid bags they just seem to work better for me. They have elastic loops for magazines two pockets for pistols and hold 300 rounds of ammo with my staple gun. They also keep me from loading them to the point they are so heavy the shoulder strap connections break. That was the problem I had with the previous range bags I had used. These don't have a shoulder strap and don't need one.
 
I have two of the Rubbermaid bags, and they are entirely too small for my needs. They have a poor closure, i.e., velcro, and dont nearly enough ammo. I currently use mine as a "man purse" to throw in the pickup, with ammo, a knife, compass, light, etc in it.
 
We carry a number of two and four pistol Bagmaster bags at http://www.straightShotShooting.com.

If the cheapest price is what you're after, it's hard to compete, price wise, with all of the imported stuff. On the other hand, the Bagmaster folks in St. Louis do a fine job with their bags and stand behind them should they ever need repair.

Good luck,

straightShot
 
Well, it becomes painfully obvious that we all have different standards and a good many have never had a real range bag to realize the difference.
 
ditto mike on Sears tool bags....3 for-blackpowder accessioris-benchrest items-chrono/timer/IDPA items & a 17 year young bagmaster.com (now called SSB L) & a LMRB D dedicated to my Kimber & 2 MP 6. If ua buy cheap & have to replace it every 4 or 5 years.......what have you saved?
 
I have the 5.11 tactiacl range bag. Love the thing and its indestructible. 2 large front pouches, large side pouch, small side pouch & water bottle, or flash bang :D sized pouch, and large rear pouch with 10 mag loops. Big inside compartments with moveable, re-moveable divider, lift out carrier, brass bag, and inside side sleeve style pockets you can slip thin stuff in. Great bag. Pricey at $99 but well worth it. Things gonna out last me in sure.
 
I know I'm late to this discussion but if you haven't already made a purchase, check out the Stanley Fat Max tool bags at a Lowes Home Improvement center. They're large enough to carry everything you have, well-made and reasonably priced.
 
Whatever you get, I recommend that it be plain without logos/names. Neighbors don't need to know your business?
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I've not done this myself, but I've seen folks on some forums recommend Eddie Bauer diaper bags for this purpose.
 
Well, I've been thinking about a wheelbarrow, with saddle bags and maybe a side car. Then, I'm going to get something for the big stuff...But, dont think it has to be a "real" gun bag...anything that SAFELY and SECURELY holds your gear will work. Pay less for the bag, spend the savings on more "stuff".
 
I am currently looking at the same midway bag that LINK posted above...

Does anyone have this bag from midway and if so, how do you like it?

I am looking to spend under $70 max, hopefully under $50 for a decent bag.

Need to carry 4 pistols, a dozen mags, a couple of boxes of bulk .22 ammo, cleaning supplies, rugs, glasses, earplugs and muffs, stapler, targets....the usual stuff..
 
Does anyone have this bag from midway and if so, how do you like it?
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My wife and I each have one of the Midway bags. We were surprised at just how large they are.

When we go to the range, we each put our electronic ear muffs, 15+ mags (the side pockets have dedicated elastic loop holders), 6 boxes (100 rd ea.) of various ammo, holsters for 4 handguns, AND the 4 handguns themselves. If your not careful, you can definately get it tooooo heavy; sometimes I feel like I need a dolly.

I highly recommend them.

AAron
 
Take a good look at the Glock 4 pistol range bags. Very nice bag for the money. I can load 4 handguns, about 600rds of ammo, 2 pair of electronic muffs, 2 pair of shooting glasses, about 12 magazines and still have room left over. I think we still have about 4 or 5 of these left. Check them out, you won't be dissappointed.

Good luck.
Shooters Plus
 
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