Does anybody have a rear rack bag or rear rack bag with pockets from atvstuff.com? I've been thinking about getting either one of those in camo, and was just wondering about the quality-if they're worth the $80. Also, do you think the foam padding in the bottom is a good thing to have, or just forget it. One of the bags comes with it, the other doesn't. Just curious what you think.

Thanks

Mike

 

I ordered the rear rack bag with cushion in mossy oak from them last year. Premium product. It has a 2 1/2 inch pad underneath the entire thing that can serve as a rear seat for that ill-advised passenger. Two fairly good sized side pockets and a huge back pocket. Material even has the mossy oak brand tag stuck on it with a clothes tag like thingy. Zipper on the back so you could take the cushion out if you wanted to wash it. Bottom of it is made of a heavier material so it won't wear. Good thick construction material all around. It was like $75 and money well spent. I'm glad I got it instead of the cheaper one from cabelas.

 

I bought one like Andy is refering too. I paid $64.oo at the local sporting goods store. It also has the Mossy Oak logo on it and I believe it was made by API. You can put a lot of stuff in those 3 pockets. The cushion is great to slide back on to when you stop and shoot the breeze with your riding buddies. Or if you stuff the rear storage area with a spare jacket or something soft, it makes a good pillow. Just put your feet up on the front rack and lean back and Relax...

 

You can check out the bags at www.RiderFX.com too

 

Cloth bags have lots of advantages; a couple of cautions.

As in most cases, lots depends upon what kind of riding you intend. Point A to Point B, over reasonably smooth terrain at sensible speeds, with light loads, no problemo.

Now, race your buddies over the rocky ridge, hit the whoops', take the jumps, with bags full of heavy objects--we're talking about another service load spectrum entirely.

First, I'd consider padding an advantage in any environment; but don't depend upon it too much--even stock bag padding can't salvage a digital display on a camera with the ATV hitting maximum G-loads over rough terrain.

Second consideration is straps fastening the bag to the racks. If any appreciable mass is in the bags, and you insist on taking the jumps and going the fast, hard route, you're likely to pull the straps from the bag, tearing the bag fabric, breaking buckles, pulling straps from their fasteners. If you pack a lot of stuff and hit the rocky trail, better cinch down your bag with external bungees, ropes, auxiliary straps, etc; otherwise, there may be a whole lot of floppin' goin' on.

Summarizing, I'd say go with the padded bag, but protect your sensitive equipment like cameras, radios, GPS receivers, etc., additionallly and separately. Further, augment the bag straps if you're carrying anything substantial when rough riding is in store.

I've used cloth bags; some of my riding companions use surplus metal rocket boxes lined with foam, U-bolted to the racks, one buddy has a killer hard plastic ATV "trunk" on his ride; each approach has plusses and minuses, you'll find which works best for you.

Tree Farmer

 

Could the long compartment on the back hold a 2 piece fishing rod?

I am looking for something to protect my rods from the elements while heading to my honey holes. I have busted 2 solid one piece rods, And now I found a good quality 2 piece that I enjoy but I want to make sure it stays safe and basically dust free.

I was thinking this type bag might work and I could use the other pockets for tackle.

Let me know what you all think.

 

How about a gun scabbard it is solid and would proctect the rods better and it would fit guns also ...

 

You might try cabelas,I bought a waterproof rear bag from them, that is foam padded,has a clear map holder,and removable and moveable partitions within,so you can fit the bag to your needs.Everything that I've put in it, has stayed dry and unbroken.

 

You know Tree Farmer is serious when he gets technical with a topic like Rack Bags! Good point though. I got mine because I want it to double as a seat. I don't carry anything heavy either such as say, a come-a-long or heavy tools (anything made of steel in other words). Mostly gloves, maybe a jacket, rope, softer more manageable stuff. I would get a hard case type box if I carried tools or stuff like that around. Tree Farmer is right about breakable items. Cameras and stuff should probably be packed in something before put in the bag for safeguard. The fishing rod would probably fit, but would be safer in the hard box type. Especially if it is a rod and reel combo that costs more than the box itself does.

 

Thanks for the thoughts guys. Before I forget, I think whoever mentioned using the gun scabbord for the fishing poles that RidgeRunner was asking about is probably the best idea for safety of the rods. If you do any hunting, you can use it for your rifles, then pull them out and stick the fishing rods in them during fishing season too. Probably be the best all around protection. Just a thought.

Andy:
Thanks for the info about your atvstuff bag. I think I'll get either the larger rear rack bag, or the one with pockets. The big one is something like 15" deep, 21" long, and 36" wide. I should be able to get nearly everything, and the kitchen sink in that thing. The one with pockets is 12" deep, and just an inch or two smaller all the way around. Either would be ideal I think for my needs.

Tree Farmer does have some good points about weight, excessive speed, etc., and tearing the straps from the bag. The good thing is I do a lot of really slow trail riding, no racing, and no jumping, so the back should stay in place just fine. Also, I've got a mortar box on the front that is steel, which I carry extra straps, chain, cable, ****** blocks, clevis hooks, tools, etc. All the heavy stuff. It's bolted down, and won't go anywhere.

Basically, I want the rear bag to put things like sleeping bags, clothing, gloves, lunches, helmets, other camping type stuff in. Well, think I'll head down to the dealer and check out the AC camo bags on my way to work, just to see what they're like. I think I'll also get camo seat cover while I'm at it, to fix the torn stock cover. Kind of worried though that the Real Tree Advantage design won't look good with the Mossy Oak Rear Rack Bag. Decisions, decisions, boy I tell ya...

Thanks again, happy trails!

Mike