He's my thoughts on the Octothorpe.
The bag has a presence to it. Maybe its the color scheme of the blue on blue but your eyes are just drawn to it. May more than other bags (we know which ones) The base is slightly wider on the base than the top, which makes it look less boxy. The stitching is solid. I cant say its better or worst than other bags (even none disc golf bags) but if it holds it all together it'll be fine. The material is solid also. As someone who is a bag conquistador (sports, outdoor, camera, shooting, ext) I have ALOT of bags from a lot of great companies, I feel the material is right for this type bag. Its not stiff, its not to flimsy. I feel confident I could walk in brush, and wooded areas without it tearing a hole. The waterproof YKK zippers I feel are huge. As someone who uses a work bag everyday 16 hours, the first thing to go is the zippers than the stitching. These zippers are sweet. They are tougher to open (a good thing) than cheaper bags. but that's by design. They feel solid and are a pleasure to use.
The straps are beefy. They almost seem a little to beefy compared to the rest of the bag. I cant say either way if this is good or bad. The bag either rides slightly high or slightly low (for me). Doesn't feel real balanced, without using the center strap. Not a deal breaker for me, I actually always prefer a single strap or just carry it by the top handle. Which leads me to the top handle. Its better than I thought. As someone who carries their bags by the top handle most of the time, the handle is nice. Doubled layered fabric, stitched nicely. Would be nice to have a rubble cylinder type handle, but really a non issue.
The main compartment fits as described, with plenty of room to remove your discs. The top (putter) pouch I use as with my 2 main putters and 2 main mids. All deep enough so they don't fall out and are very easy to access. For transport I can take those 4 discs and put them in the side pocket which is PLENTY deep and more than enough room to accommodate those 4 discs.
The rain cover was a surprise. I didn't even know it was coming with the bag. It fits snugly with a little excess room. Two flaps allow for access to top and main compartments. Easy to put on by stitched in elastic around the rain cover. Have yet to see how effective it is in the elements.
OVERALL- 9/10
You can always improve on a bag. Peoples needs and area on where they play leads to many people needing and wanting different features of a bag. I feel this bag is going to last me many years. I very excited to be one of the first to have this. The straps, are my only concern. I couldn't get a real comfortable fit using both straps. But again, I do prefer single strap or top handle on all my bags. Hope this helps some people decide. I choose this over the Upper Parks Rebel, and I'm happy I did.
The bag has a presence to it. Maybe its the color scheme of the blue on blue but your eyes are just drawn to it. May more than other bags (we know which ones) The base is slightly wider on the base than the top, which makes it look less boxy. The stitching is solid. I cant say its better or worst than other bags (even none disc golf bags) but if it holds it all together it'll be fine. The material is solid also. As someone who is a bag conquistador (sports, outdoor, camera, shooting, ext) I have ALOT of bags from a lot of great companies, I feel the material is right for this type bag. Its not stiff, its not to flimsy. I feel confident I could walk in brush, and wooded areas without it tearing a hole. The waterproof YKK zippers I feel are huge. As someone who uses a work bag everyday 16 hours, the first thing to go is the zippers than the stitching. These zippers are sweet. They are tougher to open (a good thing) than cheaper bags. but that's by design. They feel solid and are a pleasure to use.
The straps are beefy. They almost seem a little to beefy compared to the rest of the bag. I cant say either way if this is good or bad. The bag either rides slightly high or slightly low (for me). Doesn't feel real balanced, without using the center strap. Not a deal breaker for me, I actually always prefer a single strap or just carry it by the top handle. Which leads me to the top handle. Its better than I thought. As someone who carries their bags by the top handle most of the time, the handle is nice. Doubled layered fabric, stitched nicely. Would be nice to have a rubble cylinder type handle, but really a non issue.
The main compartment fits as described, with plenty of room to remove your discs. The top (putter) pouch I use as with my 2 main putters and 2 main mids. All deep enough so they don't fall out and are very easy to access. For transport I can take those 4 discs and put them in the side pocket which is PLENTY deep and more than enough room to accommodate those 4 discs.
The rain cover was a surprise. I didn't even know it was coming with the bag. It fits snugly with a little excess room. Two flaps allow for access to top and main compartments. Easy to put on by stitched in elastic around the rain cover. Have yet to see how effective it is in the elements.
OVERALL- 9/10
You can always improve on a bag. Peoples needs and area on where they play leads to many people needing and wanting different features of a bag. I feel this bag is going to last me many years. I very excited to be one of the first to have this. The straps, are my only concern. I couldn't get a real comfortable fit using both straps. But again, I do prefer single strap or top handle on all my bags. Hope this helps some people decide. I choose this over the Upper Parks Rebel, and I'm happy I did.
oh well. I think it'll be worth the wait.
