Sorry for the kinda longish review
My first impressions and thoughts on, Ib disc golf and the Octothrope...
My first experience with lb disc golf was actually even before I received my Octothrope, it was with Levi (designer and owner of lb disc golf) and I must say it was exceptional. I had received a call and a few emails about the shipping problem, after getting off work (had a long week and was grumpy haha) I was quite disappointed and upset about the situation. So I emailed back and looking back on it, I was definitely a little rude and grumpy in the email, somehow that did not phase Levi one bit. He was extremely nice and understanding, he treated me like I was his only and most important customer (when we all know I am not and a lot of people would pay the big money for this bag). That left a huge impression on me and was so glad I decided to fork out the money for a quality product and an outstanding new company. Levi seems like an awesome guy!
So, that brings us to today, getting the Octothrope in the mail. I have to say the very first thing I noticed about it was even before I opened the package.... The package was so light, I thought maybe Levi was pulling a prank on me, no way could that sweet looking bag be in there. Sure enough it was. This bag is very light and even when I had it loaded up with about 25 discs it felt light and great.
The next thing I noticed and might be most excited about is the rainfly. This rainfly is awesome, it fits the bag like a glove and it has magnets for the opening slots, so no clipping, snapping or etc... This rainfly might even make playing in the rain enjoyable. Levi really should have pointed this out more, I think it is a top feature on the bag.
Then, I noticed how thick the straps actually were. In the video of it I couldn't tell how thick and padded the straps and back were, so I was a little worried about it. After receiving the Octothrope, no worries need to be had. Those things feel great and ride nice. Very thick and ////padded and quality.
Other thoughts, the pockets are great. Plenty of room and lots you could store and fit in them. In front of the drink holder is a circle pocket, it can hold some drinks ( I fit a 20oz gatorade, a 32oz gatorade, and my 20oz blender bottle in it) if you are not into the hydration sleeve. The frame work of the bag is very nice, it is flexible but at the same time very sturdy. With the hydration pocket, you may be able to store somethings in there like towels, etc... I have not messed around with that yet. If you don't use hydration bladders, I am sure you could find a use for the pocket.
Overall, This bag has many great and some unique features. Levi obviously put much thought and the highest quality materials into this bag, it appears he took no shortcuts. This bag is probably the highest quality on the market right now. I am glad I splurged on this bag, it will last me a very long time.