Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura)

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

I have a lot of weight lifting plates laying around, so used 4 each 5 pound plates to turn an 18 pound empty saddlebag into a 20 pound sandbag; sand is way too messy and light; lead shot is best; but the cheapest way to load an empty saddlebag is to put unused weight lifting plates into service, standard 1" or olympic plates will both work with these empty sandbags, 2 1/2 pound plates work in the 5 lb bag, 5 pound plates work in the 18 and 27 pound bags, and 10 pound plates work in the 37 pound saddlebags. Steel is much more dense that sand and less messy.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

I use two of these saddle sandbags to secure a light stand with a 45 inch umbrella outside and have not had it tip over.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

It does the job. Although stated that it's a 18 lb sandbag, I went to [@] to buy a pack of 50 lb general use sand. Instead of tossing the sand straight into the sandbags, I was worried about leaking, so I tossed the sand into ziplock bags, 2 ziplock bags in each side, 4 ziplock bags in 1 whole sandbag, it weighted around 14 lbs together. I guess if I didn't use ziplock bags, it would have filled up more room to make it 18 lbs. The sandbags are double sealed by zippers which gives it extra leaking protection, although I felt like using more ziplock bags would help, because I don't want sand leaking all over inside my car.The one complaint that I have is that the zippers seem really hard to zip up when it's at the edge because of how tight the room was. One other sandbag I purchased, the zipper had wasn't properly aligned, but I fixed it so it's no problem.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

I use this when I need to set up a backdrop outside or when I need to stablize my light stand. I do 95% of my photo shoots outside and when a backdrop is required, this sandbag keeps the backdrop stand in place without having to worry that it will tumble over for any reason. It works especially well with my off camera flash and umbrella. It doesn't topple with a slight breeze! It's been very useful so far. I did buy my own sand and put it into Ziplock baggies inside the double zippered pockets. Keeps them clean!

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

We purchased several of the 18 lb. sandbags, and use them on a daily basis. Whether its a light stand, set prop, or even weight balancing or jib, it makes a great addition to our studio. They're sturdy and convenient for many applications.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Weight for camera stand

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Does what it's supposed to. The double zipper is handy if you're lugging sand around in it.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

I fill the bags with pea gravel. It gives the necessary weight without the mess. If you do any location work, then you know that things happen; like the wind, people not watching where they are going (assistants), or shooting on unlevel ground.
The bags are inexpensive compared to gear, and it's just wise to have several bags handy; i,e, at least one for each stand.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

It seems to be made well. The zippers are good quality. Only downfall is the strap. I wish it had a buckle of some kind like other brands I have. This makes it hard to slip over the end of a boom in some cases.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Very sturdy fabric and very well made. The double zipper ensures that the sand really stays inside. Easy to handle. Keeps the stand in place.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Great sandbags. Smart double-zip design, but I keep the sand in ziplock bags anyway, just for the added protection. Get sand all over your car or equipment once, and you learn to do that.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Weight for Light Stands.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Nicely constructed and very simple to use. A great photography item to have if you fly to a location and weight of your gear is an issue.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Good for long hikes, you don't have to carry a lot of extra wait. [...]

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

[...] A 60 pound bag of tube sand costs $4, is perfect for filling 4 of these, and pays for itself immediately over the filled bags which cost about $3 more each. I plan to buy more in the future

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Great cheap sandbags!

Each pocket is double zippered so NO sand leaks!

High weight capacity, so you can fill it to suit your needs!

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

They appear to be well made. I use them with lead bricks and they do a good job.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

Nice size and quality of products. Fits nice on tripot and light stand

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

I bought this to hold down a 60" umbrella I bought. It works great and I had had no topples of my stand yet.

Comments about Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 18 lb (Black Cordura):

The saddle sandbag was everything that was promised. A great value. Easy to fill and use.