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Chalk bags with pockets?

Eric Mountford · · Lakewood, CO · Joined Oct 2011 · Points: 0

Big-H from Kreig will easily do the job.

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Brian Stuenkel · · Boulder, CO · Joined Feb 2009 · Points: 15

Check out the CAMP Montagna - biggest pockets on a chalk bag I have ever used. Two monster pockets that could each fit all of that stuff in one.
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Mathias · · Loveland, CO · Joined Jun 2014 · Points: 306

I just got a 'cache' chalk bag from Misty. It has a rear pocket.

Noah Haber · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Aug 2010 · Points: 78
Josh Kornish wrote:Everyone needs a schwag pocket, Locker! ;) In response to this thread I've been playing with prototypes. If any of you are interested in giving me any feedback on what you see as vital features please refer to my other thread: Feedback Thread
For what it's worth, I have tried to contact you to get a bag months ago through your facebook page, your website, and through PMing your mountain project account in order to try to get a bag. You didn't respond to any one of the three separate ways I tried to contact you.

As much as I like supporting the "little guy" and whatnot, I wouldn't bother trying to get from TUFA if you, ya know, actually want to try to purchase a bag.
Josh Kornish · · Whitefish, MT · Joined Sep 2009 · Points: 800
shoo wrote: For what it's worth, I have tried to contact you to get a bag months ago through your facebook page, your website, and through PMing your mountain project account in order to try to get a bag. You didn't respond to any one of the three separate ways I tried to contact you. As much as I like supporting the "little guy" and whatnot, I wouldn't bother trying to get from TUFA if you, ya know, actually want to try to purchase a bag.
Shoo:

I had a hiatus with TUFA through an internship and part of school. During this time I was still answering business emails, usually within 24 hours.

I apologize that I don't recall ever receiving a PM. It may have went to my junk box or I simply may have just missed it. If I simply missed it I apologize for the lack of professionalism.

If you would still like to cooperate on a custom bag let me know.

Cheers,

Josh
Malcolm Daly · · Hailey, ID · Joined Jan 2001 · Points: 380

I'd kill for a chalkbag with a bottom compartment that was large enough to hold a Patagonia Houdini to something similar. I always like to carry something like that when multi-pitching and this would be the best way. The trick is going to be figure out how to keep the compartments separate so that the Houdini doesn't push up into the chalk compartment. While you're at it, built a belt, Rabbit Runner style, that will hold 5-6kN so you have an emergency bail or clip-in sling.
Mal

Jon H · · PC, UT · Joined Nov 2009 · Points: 118

Mal - I use full strength 9/16" supertape as a chalk belt but connect it with a simple plastic fastex buckle. If you ever need a bail sling, just take off the chalk bag, tie an overhand, and you're set. Take the buckles off if you have time. Or don't.

I prefer having a plastic buckle (instead of tying a knot) because it's way more convenient and a knotted sling around your waist could theoretically pose a risk in a highly, highly unlikely scenario.

bearbreeder · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Mar 2009 · Points: 3,065
Malcolm Daly wrote:I'd kill for a chalkbag with a bottom compartment that was large enough to hold a Patagonia Houdini to something similar. I always like to carry something like that when multi-pitching and this would be the best way. The trick is going to be figure out how to keep the compartments separate so that the Houdini doesn't push up into the chalk compartment. While you're at it, built a belt, Rabbit Runner style, that will hold 5-6kN so you have an emergency bail or clip-in sling. Mal
Bd mojo and marmot trail wind hoody

Hoody stuffed in bag pocket

How much the hoody protrudes into the chalk bag when stuffed

petzl rxp, leatherman/keys, granola bar all fits

;)
Brian Stuenkel · · Boulder, CO · Joined Feb 2009 · Points: 15

By the way, the CAMP Montagna Chalk Bag also features a bottom compartment that hides a cover for the chalk bag in case you get pinned down in the alpine... or if you need to stuff an uber light CAMP Magic Jacket in there.

Lisa Montgomery · · Golden, CO · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 490

I just got an extremely well-made custom chalk bag from Josh at TUFA Climbing. I like to have the option of taking my phone up the wall for emergencies, and since I got the iPhone 6, couldn't find any chalk bag that I could fit it in. I also wanted the zipper up high in the back of the chalk bag to reduce chance of dropping it. Josh made one with the colors I wanted and zipper where I wanted it. Zipper is seam-sealed and moves easily. Opening is large for the hands and soft on the inside. Thanks so much Josh!

Josh Kornish · · Whitefish, MT · Joined Sep 2009 · Points: 800

Thanks a bunch, Lisa! :)

Here is a little custom pocket I did for Kai. It holds a wind shirt, knife, and an e-lite without protruding into the chalk reservoir.

Bottom zip

Scott O · · Anchorage · Joined Mar 2010 · Points: 70

Misty Mountain Cache!

Josh Kornish · · Whitefish, MT · Joined Sep 2009 · Points: 800

Hey fellas,
I just redesigned the Houdini Chalk Bag (last version post above). Holds a headlamps, knife, and granola bar perfectly without effecting the functionality of the chalk compartment.

Houdini Multi Pitch Chalk Bag

Updated Houdini

Ryan Hill · · Denver, CO · Joined Dec 2009 · Points: 30
Josh Kornish wrote:Hey fellas, I just redesigned the Houdini Chalk Bag (last version post above). Holds a headlamps, knife, and granola bar perfectly without effecting the functionality of the chalk compartment. Houdini Multi Pitch Chalk Bag
Odd question perhaps, but have you considered doing something similar for the running community?

I do trail runs ranging from 10-25 miles and have been looking for a small waist belt that would hold a similar amount to your chalk bag (emergency light, some gel/bars, Softflask, light layer, credit card, possibly phone). Nothing on the market quite meets those needs, so I keep running with a vest, but it has more material and weight than I'd like.

Anyway, nice work on the Houdini, it looks great.
Creed Archibald · · Salt Lake City, UT · Joined Apr 2012 · Points: 1,016
Mammut multipitch chalk bag.

This would fit OPs description.
Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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