orangeninja
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Oh...okay then. May I recommend http://www.maxpedition.com/product/catalog_versipack.htm
An officer of mine uses one of these every day.
An officer of mine uses one of these every day.
My new manpurse
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JamisJockey
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alduro said:
Those are nice, however, mine was less than half the price, and with the two strap system it doesn't rely only on a sling-strap.
Basically what I was looking for was a glorified camera bag that could stay secure during technical descents and 2 hour uphill grinds. The ability to also wear it over my waders while flyfishing, or on a hike.
DRZinn
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What's an unbrella? A bunch of wires withiout the fabric covering?
...You guys who were thinking how nice it would be if the bag had, say, a camera company's logo on it might want to look into printable iron-on transfer paper. It is sold for ink-jet and laser printers. You mirror-image the thing you want to iron on, print it out, trim to size and follow the ironing directions.
I know it works well on cotton.
There are versions for light and dark cloth. Check both out. The dark-cloth version might have a white backgrround, The kind for light-colored cloth has a transparent background.
Of course, none of you would ever, ever use this technology to violate copyright or trademark protections, right?
--Herself
I know it works well on cotton.
There are versions for light and dark cloth. Check both out. The dark-cloth version might have a white backgrround, The kind for light-colored cloth has a transparent background.
Of course, none of you would ever, ever use this technology to violate copyright or trademark protections, right?
--Herself
orangeninja
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okay first it's the purse...er...man-bag now you're talking about sewing and ironing.....what the heck...just shave your legs while your at it.
now you're talking about sewing and ironing.....what the heck...just shave your legs while your at it.JamisJockey
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alduro said:okay first it's the purse...er...man-bag
I keep my legs shorn from about April to Nov.
Any of you pussies want to try criterium racing, or cyclocross?
Didn't think so.
carebear
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JamisJockey said:I keep my legs shorn from about April to Nov.
Any of you pussies want to try criterium racing, or cyclocross?
Didn't think so.
If you are hirsute enough that leg hair drag is that much of an issue, you have deeper problems than just your choice of handbag.
gunsmith
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my man purse is bigger then yours
mine isn't a chrome bag like the one shown but it's close enough.
Mine can carry an underfolder AK47, several handguns, clips...oop's...mags!
plus 1st aid kit, tools and blanket
...bug out on bike
mine isn't a chrome bag like the one shown but it's close enough.
Mine can carry an underfolder AK47, several handguns, clips...oop's...mags!
plus 1st aid kit, tools and blanket
...bug out on bike
orangeninja
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JamisJockey said:I keep my legs shorn from about April to Nov.
Any of you pussies want to try criterium racing, or cyclocross?
Didn't think so.
Anytime...you and your toy...um...I mean bike, vs. me and my truck. Bring it!
carebear
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Well, if we're now going to talk about actual "man bags", I'll take back every allusion I've made thus far if Jamis can show he can wrap his around his waist and up over his shoulder.
Though the bike short picture would seem to contradict.
Though the bike short picture would seem to contradict.
JamisJockey
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carebear said:If you are hirsute enough that leg hair drag is that much of an issue, you have deeper problems than just your choice of handbag.
Nothing to do with drag. Think road rash. Think hair in the scab, and also pulling a bandage off to change it....
gunsmith
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I've had tons
of road rash
and I've never even thought of shaving my legs...
one time in NYC I did an endo on some ice and slammed my face into the pavement, the blood on my face froze and made me look really scary...it was pretty cool!
of road rash
from both bikes and motorcycles, long long career as a messenger in NY and SF
and I've never even thought of shaving my legs...
one time in NYC I did an endo on some ice and slammed my face into the pavement, the blood on my face froze and made me look really scary...it was pretty cool!
No_Brakes23
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alduro said:Gentlemen....there is a thing called messenger bag. Its big, flat and comfy and does not resemble a teeny tiny purse that your wife would want to carry. For the sake of all things Holy, get one before you're tempted to paint your nails.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/t...iid=I4OH9LKSUK3WL&v=glance&colid=G43US65RBRCY
or even a
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/t...1/102-3601327-4448919?_encoding=UTF8&v=glance
Although the name "shoulder bag" gets iffy....but it IS smaller.
In all seriousness, I use a Wengar pack for my Notary/Courier supplies, good stuff.
wheelgunslinger
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I generally have my Trager Messenger bag with me all the time. It's about 3 or 4 x the size of the one that started the thread, but it's always there when I'm on my motorcycle.
Of course, the techs as the motorcycle shop where I work do give me flack sometimes, but then I also read poetry during lunch and use big words in conversation. Stoopid englesh degree.
But, so far, I'm able to carry all manner of stuff with me and not worry about it hurting me worse should I wipe out on the bike since the strap would pop with more than regular pressure.
Right now, it contains:
A brass knuckle shaped belt buckle
A lighter
A fixed blade knife <3"
Garrison Keillor's _Good Poems for Hard Times_ (good stuff)
_Motorcycle Design and Theory_ (not by Garrison Keillor)
A notebook
A microrecorder (I write freelance articles...)
Pepper spray
.45 colt wheelgun with six more rounds to spare
2 pens
a small notepad
a disposable camera with flash
my cell phone.
50 bucks in 5's and 1's in a hard to find compartment.
Can't carry all that crap in a pair of pants, now can ye?
Of course, the techs as the motorcycle shop where I work do give me flack sometimes, but then I also read poetry during lunch and use big words in conversation. Stoopid englesh degree.
But, so far, I'm able to carry all manner of stuff with me and not worry about it hurting me worse should I wipe out on the bike since the strap would pop with more than regular pressure.
Right now, it contains:
A brass knuckle shaped belt buckle
A lighter
A fixed blade knife <3"
Garrison Keillor's _Good Poems for Hard Times_ (good stuff)
_Motorcycle Design and Theory_ (not by Garrison Keillor)
A notebook
A microrecorder (I write freelance articles...)
Pepper spray
.45 colt wheelgun with six more rounds to spare
2 pens
a small notepad
a disposable camera with flash
my cell phone.
50 bucks in 5's and 1's in a hard to find compartment.
Can't carry all that crap in a pair of pants, now can ye?
45Broomhandle
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WRONG! CARRY THAT WITH ROOM FOR LUNCH...
Hey, wheelgunslinger. Only item you listed that I couldn't fit in these pants is the .45LC wheelgun - 'cause only .45s I own are both autos. (One is that HUGE Shansei I took my screen name from - other is a 1911.)
However, I got a big ole' S&W SS66 in .357 maggie with 6 extra rds that travels quite comfortably in one of the leg pockets. And I guess I'd have to substitute binocs for your choices of literature. Also, no recorder, but how about similar sized CD player?
BELIEVE ME... these suckers are VERY ROOMY. And remember, FOUR pockets in the shirt alone for even more gear.
And, since I'm not on a bike a "wipe out" doesn't enter the picture for injuries. If my Miata gets hit, injuries will probably not be an issue, and the LEAST of my worries...
Therepy is expensive, BEER is cheap. What to do? What to do?
Hey, wheelgunslinger. Only item you listed that I couldn't fit in these pants is the .45LC wheelgun - 'cause only .45s I own are both autos. (One is that HUGE Shansei I took my screen name from - other is a 1911.)
However, I got a big ole' S&W SS66 in .357 maggie with 6 extra rds that travels quite comfortably in one of the leg pockets. And I guess I'd have to substitute binocs for your choices of literature. Also, no recorder, but how about similar sized CD player?
BELIEVE ME... these suckers are VERY ROOMY. And remember, FOUR pockets in the shirt alone for even more gear.
And, since I'm not on a bike a "wipe out" doesn't enter the picture for injuries. If my Miata gets hit, injuries will probably not be an issue, and the LEAST of my worries...
Therepy is expensive, BEER is cheap. What to do? What to do?
wheelgunslinger
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Those are some roomy pants guys. But, my bag looks pretty innocuous compared to stuffed pockets in pants. Plus, in cooler weather (+32F-95F) I wear a Firstgear Kilimanjaro jacket. Wearing that, I can put a medium size pistol (CZ85) in the inner pocket, two j frames or sp101 size revolvers in the map pockets, and spare magazines/speedloaders in the slash pockets. And, it has plenty of body armor for impact in addition to eleventeen other pockets. And, nothing prints. I can browse in the local bookstore or hardware store and noone knows a thing. Of course, it may take a while for me to deploy my weapon from the bag or pockets, but that's just how I choose to carry on a Bike.
Oh, and I carry my lunch in the bag too. Let's see you put a quart of hot coffee in your pants.
I find that the messenger bag gives me a good solution to my cargo issues when on a bike, is quickly stowable in a locker when at work, and doesn't look tacti-cool which keeps people from asking or snooping. Don't get me wrong. I'm not taking anything away from a good pair of cargo pants. The bag just gives me a good solution that works for my particular situation. In fact, I've been thinking for buying a Thor motocross backpack to replace the bag, but can't seem to find one that comes on and off of me, or allows me to deploy a weapon as easily as the messenger bag.
Oh, and I carry my lunch in the bag too. Let's see you put a quart of hot coffee in your pants.
I find that the messenger bag gives me a good solution to my cargo issues when on a bike, is quickly stowable in a locker when at work, and doesn't look tacti-cool which keeps people from asking or snooping. Don't get me wrong. I'm not taking anything away from a good pair of cargo pants. The bag just gives me a good solution that works for my particular situation. In fact, I've been thinking for buying a Thor motocross backpack to replace the bag, but can't seem to find one that comes on and off of me, or allows me to deploy a weapon as easily as the messenger bag.
It's funny. Just as we're talking about concealing pistols in regular clothing Make Magazine comes out with just the opposite. Their current issue (#5) has an article on how to use a modular pistol belt with drop-leg holster and its accessories to carry tools and electronic gear.
45Broomhandle
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HERE'S HABAND HOME PAGE
Jojosdad - HERE IT IS.
http://www.haband.com/jump.jsp?itemID=0&itemType=HOME_PAGE
AS I SAID BEFORE they don't always have these multi-pocket pants or shirts featured every month. Probably have to wait until they start featuring summer clothing again. The pants were called "travel" pants, and the Guyabera shirts (4-pockets) are short sleeve only. So you can expect them to be a warm weather item. They've brought out variations of the Guyabera with just TWO pockets at bottom - to me that is a smock, not a shirt. They also have zippered versions - I can't stand 'em. Stick with the 4-pocket, button-style Guyabera. Sears had a few but they were ALMOST TRIPLE the price of the Haband shirts and no better made.
You can load these pants pockets to the brim and they don't have the "clunky" look of the big, baggy cargo pants. Pockets are all relatively high up on the leg and easily accessable.
My wallet is so full of junk that it's uncomfortable to carry in the traditional hip-pocket position. Most uncomfortable to sit on in the car. With the "travel" pants the side pockets are so roomy I carry the VERY fat wallet (the "fat" is NOT from money) there and ride comfortably.
Since I don't bike (can't due to breathing problems), my little mule (Miata) has a map pocket in the door at my left hand for my "carry piece:" a Beretta 1934 in .380. My "manbag" is my Miata's miniscule trunk.
I'm confused! WAIT! Maybre I'm not...
Jojosdad - HERE IT IS.
http://www.haband.com/jump.jsp?itemID=0&itemType=HOME_PAGE
AS I SAID BEFORE they don't always have these multi-pocket pants or shirts featured every month. Probably have to wait until they start featuring summer clothing again. The pants were called "travel" pants, and the Guyabera shirts (4-pockets) are short sleeve only. So you can expect them to be a warm weather item. They've brought out variations of the Guyabera with just TWO pockets at bottom - to me that is a smock, not a shirt. They also have zippered versions - I can't stand 'em. Stick with the 4-pocket, button-style Guyabera. Sears had a few but they were ALMOST TRIPLE the price of the Haband shirts and no better made.
You can load these pants pockets to the brim and they don't have the "clunky" look of the big, baggy cargo pants. Pockets are all relatively high up on the leg and easily accessable.
My wallet is so full of junk that it's uncomfortable to carry in the traditional hip-pocket position. Most uncomfortable to sit on in the car. With the "travel" pants the side pockets are so roomy I carry the VERY fat wallet (the "fat" is NOT from money) there and ride comfortably.
Since I don't bike (can't due to breathing problems), my little mule (Miata) has a map pocket in the door at my left hand for my "carry piece:" a Beretta 1934 in .380. My "manbag" is my Miata's miniscule trunk.
I'm confused! WAIT! Maybre I'm not...
Dave Markowitz
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You're going to need a white one for after Memorial Day. That dark gray is going to be so gauche for the summer.
wheelgunslinger
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Dave Markowitz said:You're going to need a white one for after Memorial Day. That dark gray is going to be so gauche for the summer.
Oh, man. I almost spit beer on my laptop.
Your man purse screams "I have a gun" to our armed servants, and mildly informed BGs--especially with the horizontal retention strap.
Yesterday I saw a guy carry a Maxpedition side bag made from several square yards of OD ballistic nylon into a shooting range. It was obvously his gun bag, but he's deluding himself if he thinks that he will not attract attention anywhere else.
Yesterday I saw a guy carry a Maxpedition side bag made from several square yards of OD ballistic nylon into a shooting range. It was obvously his gun bag, but he's deluding himself if he thinks that he will not attract attention anywhere else.
KnightHawk67
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It might scream that to the informed, but to most of the sheeple, its just a bag/pouch. And they're the highest percentage of people we need to conceal from normally, so they don't panic at the sight of a little steel.
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