fsbk366 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Anyone know of a good range bag that can handle outdoor conditions without worry? I mean setting it down in a muddy puddle of water, and maybe some light rain. The range I go to is less than optimal, and I'd prefer a bag I don't have to worry about soaking up ground water/mud. Size isn't a major concern, but maybe a medium sized bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 What are you shooting? Big difference between what I'd take to a Steel Challenge vs. a 3 gun match. More specifics would help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmca Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 If you dont mind a large bag, Shooter's Connection sells a raincoat that fits their tournament and CED'sXL bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsbk366 Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 Mostly just pistol, but it might double on the random rifle/3-gun day. I would prefer it if the bag was waterproof naturally, without having to put on a cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Campbell Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) We made some shooting bags using old blue jeans. Cut off the legs, 2 bags per leg, sew them up like a pillow, and filled them with plastic pellets. Not water proof, but stable, light , and easily dried. Edited March 22, 2012 by Dave Campbell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmca Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Mostly just pistol, but it might double on the random rifle/3-gun day. I would prefer it if the bag was waterproof naturally, without having to put on a cover. Good luck if you find one let us know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Honestly, I don't know of one. I just put my bag inside a large heavy duty garbage bag when it's raining and muddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I have never heard of a waterproof range bag either. If you find one please let us know. I use a garbage bag also.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 I like to keep it light for the most part, so I have a bag (or a box, whatever) that I keep in my truck with larger tools, targets, etc. that I leave in there permanently and carry a Maxpedition Versipack http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/JUMBO-VERSIPACK-65p6.htm around the match. I used to do the full bag thing, but then it started to weigh a ton and just wondered what exactly I thought I was gaining by carrying around a bunch of stuff when I only really used a small percentage. If I need anything that won't fit in the Versipack, which is rare, I just head back to the truck and take care of it there. This pack has a comfortable shoulder strap and is big enough for basic maintenance/cleaning tools, all the ammo you'll need, magazines, water bottle, cell phone, and minor medical stuff. One of the nice things about the Versipack is that it has a "hidden" holster that I can use for carrying a .22lr or my regular pistol if I'm just at the range practicing and don't want to bother with my full rig. A buddy has a UTG ripoff that is pretty much identical and probably cost 25% of the Maxpedition, but the Maxpedition is built like a tank; I've been carrying it for years, including hiking, camping, and fishing, and it still looks new. As far as rainproof... I live in the Mojave Desert, so I can't help ya too much there!!! I'd think that most canvas bags could be Scotch-guarded, maybe? Maybe the shoulder strap could be used to hang it from a tree or post rather than setting it in the mud when the conditions are poor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbear Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 What you should look for is a blind bag for duck hunting they are water proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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