Range Bag Suggestions

[whalerman]

Over the years I've put together small bags, big bags, roller equipped cases, all kinds of things that have served as grab it and run range equipment carriers. I always go too big or too small. My idea is to get just about everything into a case, then only have to grab a weapon and ammo and go. But I never seem to get it right. I don't take cleaning supplies with me, as I most always wait to do that back at the house. But targets, staplers, rudimentary tools, eyes and ears, etc, I have with me all the time. What kinds of cases do you guys use? I'd probably leave it in my truck, so a quick trip to the range is like I said, only a gun/ammo choice.

 

[RNB65]

I never have found a one size fits all range bag. I start with an Uncle Mikes Deluxe Range Bag for the essentials -- ammo, targets, stapler/staples, eye/ear protection, hand tools, a compact spotting scope, etc. Then supplement it with a variety of other bags and storage boxes based on what I'm shooting that day.

 

[cardinalfan]

Midway has a nice range bag, usually you can get it for some $39 special. It was a lot bigger than I expected, but now I need more room. Only issue is that's it's a lot lighter when I leave the range than when I go.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939259680/midwayusa-competition-range-bag?cm_vc=655PopProd

 

[SWAT1911]

SOF brand backpack fits my needs pretty well.

 

[Canuck-IL]

+1 on the Midway large bag - and it IS large! Well done stitching, lots of pockets, on sale for $40 now ...
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939259680/midwayusa-competition-range-bag
/Bryan

 

[tubeshooter]

I actually use a Rothco mechanic's tool bag.

Not perfect, but a good compromise and does the job well.


http://www.rothco.com/showpics/index.cfm/item/1385

 

[Pilot]

I-Shot Pro Shooter. I've had it for years, and it works great.

http://www.gunnersalley.com/product/ISHOTPROSHOOTERBAG/I-SHOT-Pro-Shooters-Shooting-Bag.html

 

[Dr.Rob]

I bought one of the Midway Bags on sale, review here:

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=624840

Be warned it's BIG.

 

[jeepnik]

I have a couple of these set up for different uses. Lots of pockets which is nice for separating smaller stuff, and a large center pocket for bulky items. I've found you can put so much stuff in it you need help carrying it. Then again, some days I think I'm getting old.

http://www.nrastore.com/nrastore/ProductDetail.aspx?p=SA+20020&ct=e

 

[Lonestar49]

A smaller bag from Midaway -

...

Here's my Midway gun bag, smaller than the above pictured but does the job for all 8 of my handguns and lots of ammo and last I chked, rather than 49.00 bucks it was on sale for 29.oo bucks and will do the job nicely and they come with metal loops, for shoulder strap/carry, not plastic like many others at this price range, KEY

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=622930

Enjoy


Ls

 

[essayons21]

I use an old camouflage large camera bag. Lots of padded dividers and pockets. I have all of my staplers, sticky targets, oil, tools, ear pro, etc. in there. Unfortunately I've found that while I can cram ammo and mags in there, it gets prohibitively heavy. I usually just keep a brick of .22 in the range bag and all the ammo, magazines, and pistols in cases go into a backpack.

 

[Coltdriver]

I have a black Argus laptop bag. Works perfect. Got a nice compartment for a pistol and ammo, and a partitioned compartment for the little stuff, oil, gun rag, small tools, earplugs, glasses etc. On each side is another zippered compartment made for papers, one of them is like a mini file folder and it holds targets just right the other is smaller and fits my shoot and see stickies perfect. On the file folder compartment is a velcro pouch, great for tossing brass back into if you reload. I have had one for over 10 years and it has held up great.

Has a black carry handle. Cost about $40 a long time ago. Probably less now. Just a little over a foot square and about 8 inches thick when it is loaded for the range.

 

[rskent]

I use a craftsman tool bag from sears. It works great.
I see a lot of them at the range.
Steve

 

[intercooler]

I researched and researched until I bought this one at Amazon. Put up my review and I simply love it! I pack 5 pistols, safety items, mags, rests, brass can, targets, etc... in there and still have space. Can be wore on the back too if you hike. Best bang for the buck out there!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AJ06U0/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details

 

[alienbogey]

Can't beat the Midway bag, hundreds of five star reviews.

 

[Mt Shooter]

plus one more for midway

 

[threefeathers]

I think the I Shot is the best bag made.

 

[shooter_from_show-me]

You will not be dissappointed in the MidwayUSA range bag. LOTS of room, that's for sure!

 

[rcmodel]

A plastic 5-gallon bucket and one of these.
http://www.kmart.com/shc/s/p_10151_10104_00931043000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

If you wear yourself out carrying it, you can set down on it and rest!

The bucket also makes a great container for picking up brass when you get done shooting.

Of course, the Tackycool shooters will laugh at you, but you are the one setting on the bucket, not them.

They are just jealous cause they can't set on their $100 buck range bags!

rc

 

[Cawdor]

Take a look at WRB.

 

[tazbigdog]

I like the Eagle bags. Very sturdy and can carry 6 pistols, 1000 rounds of ammo and the straps, seams and zippers are well constructed.

 

[BullfrogKen]

Another vote for the big MidwayUSA bag.

Nice thing about it is that smaller bag inside that pulls out for going to the line, or from stage to stage in a match.

I pack all sorts of stuff into mine. Foamy hand soap, a brass stuck bullet rod, chamber flags, really just name it and you'll find a spot in the bag for it.

 

[StrutStopper]

Another Midway bag vote here. Great bag.

 

[spazzymcgee]

I'm with Intercooler on the UTG Ranger bag. UTG makes great stuff.

 

[Bmac1949]

+1 on the Craftsman tool bag. It's the best range bag I'v ecome accross. Plenty of room and lots of pockets to store gear and ammo.