PRODUCT REVIEW... THE ROCKBACK BAG
Posted: Wed May 02, 2007 1:31 pm
Okay first and foremost, a special thank you to Bernie Miller @ rockback.org for all the great support.
The rockback bag i received is the pro-model with 8 sleeves, 17' long. I had asked for the inflatable option, however, they informed me that they are currently phasing that out but in place have added extra hdf padding to the bag.
Okay, so heres what i have found. The construction is amazing. Every potential stress point is reinforced very heavily. The material used is very thick and durable. The zipper is extremely heavy duty, which was the one thing i was really worried about because zippers in general are pretty cheap. This however appears to be set for a good long life. The bag looks great and will be great for traveling with.
The poles sleeves are nice in big, in fact we were able to fit 2 girls poles per sleeve. I have 8 of my 5.10m poles in the bag, and it is great. We have also put about 14 girls poles, in the bag, and still works very well. They also have other sizes ranging from 4 to 20 poles.
Something to note, when the bag first arrived it was difficult to zip shut. This is simply because the bag needs to be broken in a little first. a mere 3 days later it is much easier to close, and ive used bags that are a month or so old and they close like butter.
Overall, i cant say enough good things about this bag. It is def. a great investment to protect your poles. If you want to know more or get in touch with them.. check out their website at www.rockback.org
The rockback bag i received is the pro-model with 8 sleeves, 17' long. I had asked for the inflatable option, however, they informed me that they are currently phasing that out but in place have added extra hdf padding to the bag.
Okay, so heres what i have found. The construction is amazing. Every potential stress point is reinforced very heavily. The material used is very thick and durable. The zipper is extremely heavy duty, which was the one thing i was really worried about because zippers in general are pretty cheap. This however appears to be set for a good long life. The bag looks great and will be great for traveling with.
The poles sleeves are nice in big, in fact we were able to fit 2 girls poles per sleeve. I have 8 of my 5.10m poles in the bag, and it is great. We have also put about 14 girls poles, in the bag, and still works very well. They also have other sizes ranging from 4 to 20 poles.
Something to note, when the bag first arrived it was difficult to zip shut. This is simply because the bag needs to be broken in a little first. a mere 3 days later it is much easier to close, and ive used bags that are a month or so old and they close like butter.
Overall, i cant say enough good things about this bag. It is def. a great investment to protect your poles. If you want to know more or get in touch with them.. check out their website at www.rockback.org
