Range bags

[whip1]

What do you guys use for range bags? Can you post pics, and give some details about them? maybe list the pros and cons? Thanks.

[weblance]

I use one of the large Craftsman tool bags. If you watch for sales, they can usually be had in the $20-30 dollar range. Lots of little inside pockets for magazines and smaller items, and many outside pockets as well.

[4V50 Gary]

Rooster canvas tool bag with leather bottom. Bought it over two decades ago. It doesn't shout, "Gonne!" whenever you go anywhere.

[ClydeFrog]

There are a few high quality bags & kits out there.
I used a great plastic lockable MTM case with 2 sections.
For nylon or fabric bags, I'd check these popular models; Maxpedition, 5.11 Tactical, Blackhawk, VooDoo Tactical, CSM Gear.

For firearms, I highly suggest a Bore-Store bag to protect them from rust & damage(nicks, scuffs, etc).
For ordering see; www.uscav.com www.galls.com www.policehq.com www.blackhawk.com www.midwayusa.com www.natchezss.com .

NOTE; some "armed professionals" prefer the low profile range bags w/o decals or logos. It may prevent thefts or any hassles when you travel.

Clyde

[ZEBRARANGER]

I've been using this heavy duty tool bag made by CLC Custom Leathercraft for about 3 years now. After going through a couple range bags over the years, I decided to look for a quality large tool bag because they're designed for heavy loads and heavy duty use. I also needed something a little larger because of other family members sometimes making the trip to the range with me. In the center main compartment I can carry about a dozen boxes of ammo on the floor of the bag with room for 5 or 6 handguns in padded carry pouches. Also a few accessories like a couple of pair of hearing protectors and such. Other side compartments carry paper targets, ear plugs, eye protection, mags, a few gun tools and some basic lube and cleaning stuff. I like it alot because it can carry everything I need for a range trip and fully loaded, the shoulder strap is definitely a plus.
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Beretta/008_zps64bde4c2-1.jpg
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb204/zebraranger/Beretta/011_zps23edb038-1.jpg

[Captains1911]

I recently received a Midway Competition Range Bag as a gift and really like it.

[RamItOne]

$9.99 from academy

All this
http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg293/ramitone4x4/38f4bef3.jpg
Fit into this
http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg293/ramitone4x4/13478580.jpg

Now I use one from 5.11 tactical, $120ish, can pack it heavier than I'd prefer to carry at the range. Only have a novelty pic I took of it. Traveling so can't take a better new pic.
http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg293/ramitone4x4/bf5b955f.jpg

[whip1]

Thanks for the feedback guys. I'm thinking the tool bag and gun rugs might be the way to go.

[JimDandy]

I'm trying to find something myself. I have a knock-off of the 5.11 up above I think, but it's just a bit small in overall dimensions for the CTK Brass Catcher. I'd like to fit it into the range bag. Anyone have any leads on a range bag, or something with enough pockets and organizers to lend itself to the function that's say 16.5x16.5 or better?

[JWT]

Check out Midways site. They have a couple of very decent range bags for the money.

[gdvan01]

I recently received a Midway Competition Range Bag as a gift and really like it.

Did the same thing a few years ago, it's a very nice bag:

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939259680/midwayusa-competition-range-bag

[JimDandy]

Will they close over a CTK Precision brass catcher? And which one(s) I've been there, and they have several.

[Spats McGee]

I couldn't find a pink bag with a biohazard symbol and "Dirty Diapers" on it, so I say use this one:

http://stores.rinkya.com/pic/item/grid/201102/625268c0b1.jpg

If you have to leave it in the car, no one will guess it has guns in it.

[K1500]

The heavy CLC or Craftsman style tool bags work great, are stronger than most true range bags, and do not look 'gunny'.

[sserdlihc]

I found an Eddie Bauer diaper bag at Marshalls for $10. Works great.

[Yung.gunr]

I use an East German day pack that I got from CTD for $5. Its not as big as all the other ones but it holds what I need it to. I keep my pistols in a separate hard case so the range back is just for targets, an old towel, ear/eye protection, Gerber multi tool, mags and ammo. Its wicked strong too..

[breakingcontact]

http://www.condoroutdoor.com/images/products/display/126_TAN_side.jpg

I shoot IDPA and you've got to shuffle from stage to stage. I like to have the bag on my back instead of in my hands.

Also, with this style of bag, you have several small compartments, but what I like more is how the bag opens up all the way. Then you aren't digging for anything, it all is laying there flat.

[danez71]

$20
http://www.lapolicegear.com/tabaoutbag.html

For $20 I think is a great value. It seems to be well made. I accidently got 2 for Christmas.

One thing I really l ike is that the flaps that cover/close the outside paockets are adjustable so that short or taller items can be put in them.

[BoogieMan]

My wife got me the 5.11 tactical bag
http://www.511tactical.com/All-Products/Bags-Backpacks/Range-Gear/Range-Ready-Bag.html
I love it. Heavy duty bag with room for everything I carry to the range. The only other thing I carry is a rifle case

[j357]

I got a Competition Range Bag from Midway back in March of 2009. It is in fact two bags in one. Has two zippered pistol rugs inside, along with a spent case drawstring bag and a small bag I use for glasses and ear plugs. I couldn't be happier. I got it on sale at $39.99 back then. I also bought one for my Dad and he likes his very well.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/259680/midwayusa-competition-range-bag-pvc-coated-polyester-black


Note: This is same bag as mentioned by Shootniron below

[Old Grump]

Hard bottom canvas plumbers tool bag. It's inconspicuous and holds everything I need with lots of pockets for all of my small parts. Got mine at my local plumbing supply store.

[shootniron]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939259680/midwayusa-competition-range-bag

I have had this bag for several years and it serves very well for us.

[318]

I use an nra range bag. Its perfect. Im too stupid to post a pic from my iphone. They might have them for sale on ebay or nra website?

[Atbat82]

My brother bought me the Cabela's bag with cleaning kit for Christmas.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shooting/Tactical-Gear/Shooting-Gear%7C/pc/104792580/c/104778180/sc/104563980/Cabelas-Competition-Series-Range-Bags-with-Cleaning-Kit/1317830.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FN%3D1100276%26WTz_l%3DSBC%253BBRprd1317830&WTz_l=SBC%3BBRprd1317830%3Bcat104563980


It works great (I only shoot handguns) and it's nice to have a small tool-kit with me (actually used it last week to fix a sight that had worked loose. Loaned the cleaning rod to another gentleman who had a stuck round).

Downside, it does kind of scream "guns in here"...

[pspc271]

Midway USA bag all the way!

[spacecoast]

Same here, Midway bag on sale, no regrets.

[4runnerman]

I use a Canvase duffle bag with a handle and wheels on it. No carry for me unless I'm just shooting pistol ( which is rare). It still takes at least 3 trips from truck to bench to unload everything. Just my front rifle rest ( F-Class) weights just short of 20 lbs.

[meanmachine1961]

Midway USA bags are great!

[droptrd]

Im using the CTD Swat Responder Bag. Plenty of pockets and pistol mag sleeves. Nice bag for the money

[adamc]

I'm looking for one myself as well...

I did make a rugged pistol transport case.. at work,
I disposed of an unfunctional piece of test gear...that was housed in an old
PELICAN case.. I deep sixed the old dried flaking foam, and rough cut some replacement layers. cut much larger than tke pistol outlines, so I can grab them. I will house the magazines & ammo in a different case
Here in Connecticut ammo & guns are to be separated during transport.
I don't know how professionals cut foam nicely, I tried to do a nice job,
but it came out so-so...( I'll stick to electronics)

[bbqbob51]

I've had my Midway Competition Range Bag for over three years now. That sucker can hold a lot of stuff and full of pockets so everything stays organized. Like I said, it holds a lots of gear and fully loaded it can weigh a ton. It has held up great and not one thing has broken or ripped on it. I paid $39.99 + shipping.

[clogman]

I use cargo pack found at Hanks Surplus, pretty good overall..

http://www.hankssurplus.com/military/backpacks/military-army-tactical-cargo-style-duffle-bag-backpack.html