My version of the Grip Eq bag

[BogeyNoMore]

Originally Posted by Rogue9

If there is a store that sells high quality boots (Danner, White's etc.) and or repairs boots and leather ( in other words a cobbler) they may stock it. Otherwise you can find similar but lower quality products in the camping section of your local China product retail store (Walmart). :-)

Silicone and similar fabric treatments need to be re-applied periodically (just like shoes) and only make the fabric water resistant, not water proof. Play a soggy course and I bet the bottom is nasty after 18 holes of setting it down on soggy fairways and muddy areas. Also, it does nothing to improve durability. I suppose you could use it on the rest of the bag, but, other than the bottom, I don't see the need to make the bag water repellent.

If you're looking to treat the bottom of the bag, nothing beats the brush on Plasti-Dip. Not only does it water proof the bottom, but it's quite tough and fairly abrasion/wear resistant - it will really extend the life of your bag if you do it early (i.e. before fabric shows significant signs of wear). Flex Seal and Plast-Dip Spray work well, and are are easy to apply, but simply don't provide as much wear resistance as the brush-on's thicker coats. 3-4 coats should give you lots of ptotection and truly water proof the bottom. Plus, it makes it easy to clean mud and dirt of the bottom.

[Rogue9]

Originally Posted by BogeyNoMore

Silicone and similar fabric treatments need to be re-applied periodically (just like shoes) and only make the fabric water resistant, not water proof. Play a soggy course and I bet the bottom is nasty after 18 holes of setting it down on soggy fairways and muddy areas. Also, it does nothing to improve durability. I suppose you could use it on the rest of the bag, but, other than the bottom, I don't see the need to make the bag water repellent.

If you're looking to treat the bottom of the bag, nothing beats the brush on Plasti-Dip. Not only does it water proof the bottom, but it's quite tough and fairly abrasion/wear resistant - it will really extend the life of your bag if you do it early (i.e. before fabric shows significant signs of wear). Flex Seal and Plast-Dip Spray work well, and are are easy to apply, but simply don't provide as much wear resistance as the brush-on's thicker coats. 3-4 coats should give you lots of ptotection and truly water proof the bottom. Plus, it makes it easy to clean mud and dirt of the bottom.

I think he said he already coated the bottom and he was looking for water resistance for the rest of the bag.

[BogeyNoMore]

Originally Posted by Plankeye

Yeah I have some of that for the bottom but I was talking about the whole bag :-)

missed that post...

[LYang]

Originally Posted by Mergz

Hey Yang,

What are those dimensions of the PVC?

I used larrod's dimensions for the basic setup. discdognation posted a youtube with dimensions at the end of his vid. I think he did a full box if I recall correctly.
http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums...&postcount=385

For the setup I changed to:
4 x three way elbow
4 x 90 degree elbow
4 x tee
4 x 10 7/8 inch
4 x 3.5 inch
2 x 6.5 inch
4 x 1 1/4 inch

All doable with one 10 ft pvc pipe.

Not sure how it'll go with the larger backpack.

[Rolex81]

Could someone with the deluxe bag post the dimensions of their internal frame?

[Mergz]

Originally Posted by LYang

I used larrod's dimensions for the basic setup. discdognation posted a youtube with dimensions at the end of his vid. I think he did a full box if I recall correctly.
http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums...&postcount=385

For the setup I changed to:
4 x three way elbow
4 x 90 degree elbow
4 x tee
4 x 10 7/8 inch
4 x 3.5 inch
2 x 6.5 inch
4 x 1 1/4 inch

All doable with one 10 ft pvc pipe.

Not sure how it'll go with the larger backpack.

Yeah I watched the discdognation vid and was going to use that frame but I'm not sure it will fit in the X-treme version. I sent a PM to Younggunlefty to get his dimensions since he has the same bag as I.

Thanks again!

[Mergz]

I'll be testing out the Cabella XPG X-TREME version today, on my lunch break, sans PVC frame or sealant. I'll report back. It was nice to be able load my discs as well as my cold-weather clothing, including shoes, all in one bag for a change.

Hooray for Hockey!

[MUTigers]

Has anyone tried painting the bag at all? I am looking to paint the dark green panels. I am trying on a small section now with acrylic paint, but its not looking so good so far. Anyone suggestions would be awesome. Thanks.

[SpikeHyzer]

I made mine at the start of the 2012 season and here is what it looks like now, at the start of the 2013 season. Got it for $49 and free shipping. Have about $5 worth of pvc pipe in the frame. I can fit 18-20 in the main compartment, two putters up top and probably another 10-15 in the top compartment if I wanted to, but I don't. I can fit a hoodie, 5 towels, snacks, extra water bottle and gateway stash bag in the top compartment. All in all a pretty reasonable bag.

** One thing to note, when making your pvc pipe frame, I recommend going a bit short than most on the dimensions(I can get the measurements of everything I cut for anybody that wants to know them). It will make it easier to get it in and out of the bag if you want to actually use it for a tackle box(Which I do).

[SpikeHyzer]

Originally Posted by MUTigers

Has anyone tried painting the bag at all? I am looking to paint the dark green panels. I am trying on a small section now with acrylic paint, but its not looking so good so far. Anyone suggestions would be awesome. Thanks.

I have toyed with the idea of using a bleach pen to bleach the green area and then re-dye it with a different color to see if it will hold.