Fade Tourney vs. Gorilla Boy Kong

[cblack129]

I'm looking in to getting a new, bigger bag. These are the 2 I'm looking at now. What do you guys think of these bags, or is there another bag that's even better than these. Whatever bag I get, i'm getting quad shocks to go with it.

 

[plshrk]

What about a revo bag?

 

[Rol6566]

I have had the fade bag for about 6 months now and it is holding up great. It has 2 big drink holders as well as lots of storage

 

[cblack129]

What about a revo bag?

how does that compare to the fade tourney and gorilla boy kong?

 

[toothyfish]

The new Latitude 64 Pro Bag is really nice. It resembles a Revo Carolina, but is a little bigger. Holds 20+ discs, big side and front pockets, about 80 bucks. Just got mine, love it.

There is a thread about this bag. Link is below, and there are links to stores that carry and other info.

http://www.dgcoursereview.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13652

 

[Chucktown]

I have never carried the gorilla boy bag but I really didnt like the Fade gear bag, it was too thin and the structure was not that great.

 

[homebrew]

I sold my Fade Tourney for a Kong.

 

[plshrk]

Well I think you would be looking at the revo Carolina and it is $125 but in my opinion one of the best built bags out there.

 

[zenbot]

I've had my Kong for almost 3 years. No damage whatsoever. (I trashed my Innova bag in half a year) More than enough room. I can't speak for Fade though.

 

[jdggna]

The GB bag will definitely be better than the Fade. Fade isn't bad, but it is cheaper, and you get what you pay for. Revolutions and the Lat 64 Pro bag are both nice as well. They're on par with the GB.

 

[volmed10]

Can't comment on the Fade bag, but I didn't like my GB bag at all.

Let me rephrase that; the frame on the GB bag, although it is made to be lightweight, is horribly constructed. You basically get two PVC pipes that screw into plastic cardboard. It offers no rigidity to the bag at all, and the plastic CB will begin to warp and fall apart fairly quickly. The bag itself is great, as the stitching and materials are top notch, and it they made the bag in dimensions that would accommodate a Revo roll cage, I might still be using it.

You ask how a Revo Carolina bag compares? Its kinda similar to comparing Charlize Theron (the Revo) in a whipped cream bikini to Rosie O'Donnell (Fade) or Kathy Bates (GB) in matching attire. The Revo bag is made of top-notch materials as the GB is, but the frame on the Revo is phenomenal without adding hardly any weight to the bag.

Here is an in depth review of the two bags, side by side.

Revo Carolina vs GB Kong

Personally, I don't really care about the weight that I carry while playing, but rather the durability of the gear that I am using. Spending a little more money for the better product is something I will never regret, and that is why, after buying a GB bag, I purchased a Revo bag and could not be happier.

 

[Ziggy]

I been carrying my Silverback for over 5 years now. I have no problems with it. The durability is still there.

Picture's iffy, took it with my camera phone.

I used to carry a Revo before then, My problem was the internal frame would often crack and I would have to contact Revo to get a replacement. This took awhile at times. Definitely good fabric and stitching as well.

If you do decide on the Kong, PLEASE!!! use the code "KENT" on the gorilla boy proshop just to show mr gorilla boy that your sticking it to the man.

Yes 5cents would go to me to help fund for my disc golf travels.

 

[volmed10]

I been carrying my Silverback for over 5 years now. I have no problems with it. The durability is still there.

Picture's iffy, took it with my camera phone.

I used to carry a Revo before then, My problem was the internal frame would often crack and I would have to contact Revo to get a replacement. This took awhile at times. Definitely good fabric and stitching as well.

If you do decide on the Kong, PLEASE!!! use the code "KENT" on the gorilla boy proshop just to show mr gorilla boy that your sticking it to the man.

Yes 5cents would go to me to help fund for my disc golf travels.

They must have fixed the problem with their new roll cages, because neither mine or any of my friends have had any issues whatsoever.

Also, the side pockets on the Kong are not nearly as large as the Revo bag. For me, this made quite a difference if I wanted to bring a few extra discs to test in addition to my normal compliment. The Kong carries a max of 20 discs in it's main compartment; the Revo can hold 17. The side pockets of the Kong are not larger enough to carry discs, while the Revo side pockets can carry 4 discs comfortably each, and 5 if they are stuffed. So, Kong: 20 = 2 putters = 22 discs. Revo: 25-27 + 2 putters = 27-29 discs.

 

[jdggna]

They must have fixed the problem with their new roll cages, because neither mine or any of my friends have had any issues whatsoever.

Also, the side pockets on the Kong are not nearly as large as the Revo bag. For me, this made quite a difference if I wanted to bring a few extra discs to test in addition to my normal compliment. The Kong carries a max of 20 discs in it's main compartment; the Revo can hold 17. The side pockets of the Kong are not larger enough to carry discs, while the Revo side pockets can carry 4 discs comfortably each, and 5 if they are stuffed. So, Kong: 20 = 2 putters = 22 discs. Revo: 25-27 + 2 putters = 27-29 discs.

I've heard more than just a couple complaints about the roll cage in the Revolution. It is a very common problem. There are also minor nuisances that they refuse to fix.

I have heard very few complaints about GB bags beyond that they don't have a huge pocket like the Revolution. However the do have small pockets, so you don't have to throw all of your stuff into two giant pockets and fish for it every time you try to get something out of it.

I also do not understand how you couldn't try new discs with the Kong. If you're carrying 22 discs in addition to the new ones to try you aren't going to be trying your new discs very well/often. And what's happened to your cargo room when you have your four new discs in the side pockets?

 

[Mason65]

They must have fixed the problem with their new roll cages, because neither mine or any of my friends have had any issues whatsoever.

Also, the side pockets on the Kong are not nearly as large as the Revo bag. For me, this made quite a difference if I wanted to bring a few extra discs to test in addition to my normal compliment. The Kong carries a max of 20 discs in it's main compartment; the Revo can hold 17. The side pockets of the Kong are not larger enough to carry discs, while the Revo side pockets can carry 4 discs comfortably each, and 5 if they are stuffed. So, Kong: 20 = 2 putters = 22 discs. Revo: 25-27 + 2 putters = 27-29 discs.

Except if you're really comparing disc stuffing you can fit 3 in the pocket behind the putters and two behind main compartment. But who does that anyways? BTW don't challenge Ziggy to stuff bags, you don't wanna know how many he can fit in a Simian

The GB frame is solid. If you try to sit on it, yes, the corrugated board will bend. Guess what?? You can make new pieces for about a quarter!

I've seen/heard of a good number of revo's with broken rollcages, some of which broke during the first installation. Now Revo seems to take care of their customers in replacing parts, but I don't believe and frame is bulletproof.

Yes, Revo' side pockets are bigger. The water bottle pockets also slosh and sag because they're attached to the pockets, not the bag itself. It a personal preference thing I know, but I would rather have Kong -sized pockets than pockets so big I have to get a flashlight to find anything in its jumbled mess.

I'm not saying Revo isn't a quality product, but I feel the ergonomics are better of the GB bags.

GB vs. FADE, go GB! Even if you have to go with a Chimp or Silverback for the cost. I've owned a Simian, Kong, Chimp (Can hold up to 22 if you stuff it,) and Squirrel (current fav,) and they are all quality products.

 

[GLong]

i got a good deal on a used GB kong and am super stoked with it. i considered the revo bag as well but decided i was never really going to need all of the storage space. i dont carry a ton of plastic so if i have a jacket or something i can take it off and stash it in the middle.

 

[TROTTER]

I am sorry, I don't understand the complaint about the frame and rigidity...

you describe yourself as person who carries a full load in the bag - including all of the pockets and you say the bag's frame has no rigidity?

It is 1000d Cordura with bullet proof stitching stretched to the gills... ain't nothing gonna move in that bag if you fill it to capacity... Somebody built a better mousetrap with simple parts and the complaint is that it isn't elegant enough?

I still have my proto-type Silverback with the original frame going on 5 years now... not feeling the logic of the post vs. my experiences...



Fascinating.

 

[volmed10]

I've heard more than just a couple complaints about the roll cage in the Revolution. It is a very common problem. There are also minor nuisances that they refuse to fix.

I have heard problems about the frame, but I have heard of no problems from any of the people I play with (and the majority of these people use Revo bags).

I have heard very few complaints about GB bags beyond that they don't have a huge pocket like the Revolution. However the do have small pockets, so you don't have to throw all of your stuff into two giant pockets and fish for it every time you try to get something out of it.

I guess I'm of the old mindset that I'd rather have and not need, than need and not have. I love having the big pockets so I can put whatever I need into the bag.

I also do not understand how you couldn't try new discs with the Kong. If you're carrying 22 discs in addition to the new ones to try you aren't going to be trying your new discs very well/often. And what's happened to your cargo room when you have your four new discs in the side pockets?

When I play with my normal group (non-league/tourney), I usually throw about 3-4 drives per hole. The first shot is the one that counts, and then all the rest are for training. So, I do get to throw a "new" disc quite often when I play like this, considering I usually try to play 2 rounds a day. Lately I've been carrying less molds but instead carrying multiple of each, which usually fills the main compartment. The test discs then go in the sides, which I really love the ability to keep everything separate and in order.

As for the cargo room, I purchased this bag with the specific intent of throwing discs in the side, because I don't carry hardly any gear except a couple extra towels. I just don't use or need that much stuff. Even during a tournament I will only add a couple powerbars, and thats it.

GB bags are very good, but like I stated before, there are a few things that I didn't like about it that were enough to make me get a new Revo bag. And I am very happy that I did in the end. It's all personal preference.

 

[volmed10]

Let me break it down for you.

I am sorry, I don't understand the complaint about the frame and rigidity...

you describe yourself as person who carries a full load in the bag - including all of the pockets and you say the bag's frame has no rigidity?

The "flimsy" comment was directed at the frame of the GB pack, not the construction of the bag (materials, stitching, etc.). Just holding the frame in my hands gives me the impression that I could bend it or break it due to the corrugated plastic walls. The Revo frame is entirely injection molded, and very sturdy. It doesn't bend or fold like the GB.

First off, I can't carry any extra discs in the GB bag even if I wanted to, where I can, in the side pockets of the Revo. And yes, I found the frame of the GB to be lacking significant rigidity in comparison to the Revo. After only a couple months of use, the corrugated plastic frame had already began to bend and flex when I was carrying a full load, and the holes that the PVC pipes screwed into were starting to strip. In addition, the divider was very flimsy after the repeated motion simply sliding it back and forth which I had assumed was the intended purpose.

It is 1000d Cordura with bullet proof stitching stretched to the gills... ain't nothing gonna move in that bag if you fill it to capacity... Somebody built a better mousetrap with simple parts and the complaint is that it isn't elegant enough?

I don't know about the GB being a better mousetrap. Like I said above, it IS a good bag, but the Revo bag is better in my opinion. And how exactly is the GB simpler? If I remember correctly (especially since I am looking at it), the GB frame has a total of 9 separate parts, where the Revo has 5. Simpler by way of sheer number and also ease of having to only snap the parts together.

I still have my proto-type Silverback with the original frame going on 5 years now... not feeling the logic of the post vs. my experiences...



Fascinating.

Your experiences have been good, and I'm happy for you. But from my experiences, the GB bag, while being a very good bag, did not out perform the Revo at all.

 

[cblack129]

Well looks like I need to do some more research, maybe get some hands on time in a store with these bags. They all seem to have their pros and cons. I guess just personal preference.