Valentine gift, but have to purchse it TODAY!! HELP!

[MICHAEL]

My wife gave me a coupon for a 4 or 6 ball bag for Valentine day, but I have to use it today!!! It expires tomorrow, written clearly on the bottom.

I thought about the Storm 6 ball bag, buy I notice some say it a pain in the butt, on cold in climate days putting it all together, plus some don't like that it doesn't have cups for the balls inside the bag.

I need to order this bag today,,, any thoughts.

At this time I am using a three ball bag, attaching a single bag to the handle and carrying another one in my hand, basically 5 balls... (global 900)

With the Hammer 4 bag'er I could take the same number of balls, and have one free hand. I like what I read about the Hammer, the Storm looks like to me a hassle getting it all together. From what I read about the Hammer it would be easy to put together, and is easy to latch and lift.... I have to order it today!!

http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg546/imagine686868/hammerbowlingbag_zps7b02a4cc.jpg (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/imagine686868/media/hammerbowlingbag_zps7b02a4cc.jpg.html)

[Geneo2u]

You have seem my 4 ball roller, it comes apart easy, i don't use the buckles or straps to keep it together and it never accidentally comes apart. its the only way to roll. I do think the cups inside are a nice thing though.

[vdubtx]

The hammer 4 ball bag is real nice. One if my teammates just got one.

[MICHAEL]

The hammer 4 ball bag is real nice. One if my teammates just got one.

I just called Hammer's corp office, they said they were out, and would not have any available until June!!! WhAT THE .......

[MICHAEL]

The hammer 4 ball bag is real nice. One if my teammates just got one.

Gene,,, what brand is your bag??

[vdubtx]

Mike, where is the gift certificate to?

[Geneo2u]

Strikeforce, the only problem i have had with it is the way its molded on the inside, the seams inside are sharp molded plastic that will scratch you balls if they are not wrapped in a towel. I have had it a couple years and it keeps on rolling.

[MICHAEL]

Mike, where is the gift certificate to?

Anywhere! She said to go get it! HELP,,,, I can't find anyone that has it, and I am afraid she might change her mind if she gets to sleep on it!! LOL

[MICHAEL]

Strikeforce, the only problem i have had with it is the way its molded on the inside, the seams inside are sharp molded plastic that will scratch you balls if they are not wrapped in a towel. I have had it a couple years and it keeps on rolling.

I will check it out, Storm has a nice looking 4 ball bag! wonder if anyone out there has it, and their thoughts?

[vdubtx]

Bowlerx.com(free shipping), bowlersparadise.com($20 shipping), ebay(free shipping) just to name a few that have it available

[vdubtx]

I will check it out, Storm has a nice looking 4 ball bag! wonder if anyone out there has it, and their thoughts?

I have a Storm Strikeforce bag. Have had it for about 5 years now. Works great, although the handle is starting to give problems in that it doesn't like to go down easily. The wheels arent the best either, small and loud.

[MICHAEL]

Bowlerx.com(free shipping), bowlersparadise.com($20 shipping), ebay(free shipping) just to name a few that have it available

Everyone I called said they were out of stock??? Some showed they had it in stock, but upon calling no luck!

[vdubtx]

Everyone I called said they were out of stock??? Some showed they had it in stock, but upon calling no luck!

Go for ebay then. No taxes that way either. :)

[MICHAEL]

Go for ebay then. No taxes that way either. :)

I did ,,, thanks for all the suggestions, but it looks like they are all out of stock, Hammer corporation said it would be June before any new ones are available from a NEW supplier. ( they had problems with the handles, and have replacement ones in stock).... damn..... looked like what I wanted.

[MICHAEL]

Would have been great if bowlingball.com had them!!! I have ordered from them before, and very happy with the items, the way they were shipped, and amount of time! some Valentines Day this has turned out to be for Iceman..... (:(

[got_a_300]

Iceman what about one of these bags here from bowlingball.com

Linds Pro Line 3-4-5 Deluxe Roller Black/Silver (http://www.bowlingball.com/products/bowling-bags/Linds/9738/Pro-Line-3-4-5-Deluxe-Roller-Black-Silver.html)

Linds Pro Line 3-4-5 Deluxe Roller Black/Blue (http://www.bowlingball.com/products/bowling-bags/Linds/9737/Pro-Line-3-4-5-Deluxe-Roller-Black-Blue.html)

There is several people at our center that is using them and they all
love them and it will be my next bag that I purchase.

[tccstudent]

Would have been great if bowlingball.com had them!!! I have ordered from them before, and very happy with the items, the way they were shipped, and amount of time! some Valentines Day this has turned out to be for Iceman..... (:(

If you recall I got worried when I ordered my bag because right after I ordered my bag the hammer bag disappeared from the site. So I might of gotten the last one. I know someone has got to have them.
I do know of someone else that has had a problem with this bag something about the handle

[MICHAEL]

If you recall I got worried when I ordered my bag because right after I ordered my bag the hammer bag disappeared from the site. So I might of gotten the last one. I know someone has got to have them.
I do know of someone else that has had a problem with this bag something about the handle

YES you are correct, they did have a problem with the handle. I called Hammer corporation this morning and they said they have replacement handles for those that Had a problem.

They also said that it would be June this year before their NEW SUPPLIER would have that replacement bag available for retailers.

So If you can find one, it would be like finding a gold coin!

[vdubtx]

YES you are correct, they did have a problem with the handle. I called Hammer corporation this morning and they said they have replacement handles for those that Had a problem.

They also said that it would be June this year before their NEW SUPPLIER would have that replacement bag available for retailers.

So If you can find one, it would be like finding a gold coin!

I can call around to local centers(DFW area) to see if they have any in stock if you want.

[MICHAEL]

I can call around to local centers(DFW area) to see if they have any in stock if you want.

Nice of you to offer, but I hate to have you waste your time. I did send an email to the supplier at ebay, can't seem to find out the phone number of that company. I have a feeling like other sites I have been to, they don't have it either.

If I could fined one for a fair price, like the ones advertised, I would jump on it.

James my friend that I bowl with who runs a pro shop here in town has not returned my email, or phone call. Hope all is ok with him! He might be all smothered in LOVE with his girl friend!! lol

[vdubtx]

Nice of you to offer, but I hate to have you waste your time. I did send an email to the supplier at ebay, can't seem to find out the phone number of that company. I have a feeling like other sites I have been to, they don't have it either.

If I could fined one for a fair price, like the ones advertised, I would jump on it.

James my friend that I bowl with who runs a pro shop here in town has not returned my email, or phone call. Hope all is ok with him! He might be all smothered in LOVE with his girl friend!! lol

Was worth a shot. Called around to a few and they are all out and say backordered until May.

[Mudpuppy]

Get a ball caddy, problem solved

[MICHAEL]

Get a ball caddy, problem solved

LIKE in GOLF!? LOL ,,, If Aslan lived a little closer I could hire him,,, might be great having him to carry my bowling balls, and giving me advise!!! :rolleyes: He is a treasure chest full of useless information, I would imagine..

If he didn't wear me out the length of his dissertations!! (You know I am only kidding Aslan,,,, )

[Pauley]

Late to the party not sure if you ordered yet or not. I got the KR Strikeforce 4ball roller from Bowlingball.com and love it. Good wheels, molded cups for balls, foam dividers, no issues with zippers or handles yet (5 momths). I also use a storm single bag as a joey bag on the top velcros nicely and can take 5 balls. If I were to get a bigger bag I think I would get two 3ball rollers beflre a 6ball roller.

Good luck with whatever you get!

[MICHAEL]

She wants me to get a 6 ball bag! Since Hammer doesn't have a 6 ball bag. I think the best in that category might be the Storm... I hope it woulden't be a hassle taking apart and putting in my wifes Prius! That's partly why I wanted to stick with a 4 ball bag.... Anyone have a good easy, comfortable 6 ball bag that they would recommend?

[tccstudent]

Late to the party not sure if you ordered yet or not. I got the KR Strikeforce 4ball roller from Bowlingball.com and love it. Good wheels, molded cups for balls, foam dividers, no issues with zippers or handles yet (5 momths). I also use a storm single bag as a joey bag on the top velcros nicely and can take 5 balls. If I were to get a bigger bag I think I would get two 3ball rollers beflre a 6ball roller.

Good luck with whatever you get!

I agree a 6 ball roller can be a pain in the butt taking apart and putting back together
I would get a good 3 ball roller with big pockets and then a smaller one that just hold balls and dont have all the extra pockets.

I generally take my new 4 ball roller and the top part of my old bag for the two extra balls.

[MICHAEL]

I agree a 6 ball roller can be a pain in the butt taking apart and putting back together
I would get a good 3 ball roller with big pockets and then a smaller one that just hold balls and dont have all the extra pockets.

I generally take my new 4 ball roller and the top part of my old bag for the two extra balls.

YOU know I agree with you! Damn,,,, I wish I could have found a Hammer 4 ball carrier. Like I mentioned, earlier, I did call the company and with THEIR 4 bag carrier, you can put an extra ball on the handle, (other companies don't give you that option, handle too wide).

Anyone out there have the Brundswick 4 ball carrier,,, Red White and Blue? It looks like it doesn't have a strap that you have to use on the top bag.

Wheels, and specifically the third wheel seems to be a problem with some of the brands, as I read comments on bowlingball.com. They are smaller and not as durable. I believe the Brunswick 4 ball carrier has 3 large, ball bearing wheels.
I am going to move on this Monday,,,, but want to get a bag that

1. easy to pull, assemble, and disassemble at the parking lot!

2. Good storage, ESP, would be nice if I could put my bowling shoes, and sandals in the shoe compartment! Most of the time I wear my dedicated open toe sandals, but once in a while I will wear my bowling shoes when feet are feeling better.

3. Decent amount of storage compartments for bowling equipment, food and snacks. Built in cooler would be nice.

I have been told that I change balls too much, esp form Jason! Maybe a 4 bagger would be a good idea, especially since I bowl the pretty much same house pattern each week.

Even on a sports pattern I am guessing 4 ball bag would be enough? Several bowlers I bowl with do have six ball bags,, Chad, Biker Larry, and I believe Gene! I think Jason brings a 3 bagger, and a double tote bag with two!

Would I be left behind if I don't get a 6 bagger? I do have about 12 good balls,,, that might beneficial to have depending on the conditions.

DAMN... which way to GO???

[MICHAEL]

http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg546/imagine686868/team-brunswick-6-ball-roller-33387_zps3aa21bd8.jpg (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/imagine686868/media/team-brunswick-6-ball-roller-33387_zps3aa21bd8.jpg.html)

http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg546/imagine686868/storm6ballbag_zps638efff2.jpg (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/imagine686868/media/storm6ballbag_zps638efff2.jpg.html)
Anyone have any thoughts on this bag, vs Storm's ?? looks like they all mechanally hook into place in a saddle, and maybe the strapps are there for a safty factor.... Anyone have one, or have seen one.....

I think at this point, since my WIFE wants me to get a 6 ball bag, I will go with either the Team Brunswick, or the Storm ....

Storm says it has 3 5"wheels,,,, Brundwisk has two 5" wheels,,, looking for the one with the easiest assembly method, and most secure and durable. In Bad weather don't want to stand in the rain/snow any longer then I have too while getting it put together. (:)
I guess on days like that I could just dig up my 3 ball bag!

[tccstudent]

I have had that storm 6 ball bag and you can convert it to a 4 ball bag its not something you would want to do in the parking lot you can do it at home in under 10 minutes.

Or you could just get creative and go buy a bunch of duck tape and bailing wire. You can make anything with those two items.

[classygranny]

BIG Wheels...everyone told me to get big wheels no matter what bag you get, single, double, triple or more. I would go for the Brunswick - most of the people I know have never complained about theirs, but they are probably 5 or more years old, and most of them are 4 balls. BUT they all have BIG wheels.

[larry mc]

the brunswick is a kr bag , they make the best bags

[MICHAEL]

Tonight at 6pm, I will tell James may bowing partner, and driller Which bag I want! I am still vacillating between the Brunswick 4 bagger, or the Brunswick, Storm 6 bagger! At this very moment I am thinking Brunswick 6 bagger.

[tccstudent]

Really I can care less about the brand of my bag and all of those that you are thinking about are good heavy duty bags with plenty of pocket space so I dont see how you could go wrong.

[MICHAEL]

I ordered the Storm 6 bag Blue sliver and black! Should be here in 3 to 5 days they said, ships today from Florida! Home of bowl1820!! (:) Now I will have a nice bag that I can carry an arsenal for all occasions!! (:)

[tccstudent]

I ordered the Storm 6 bag Blue sliver and black! Should be here in 3 to 5 days they said, ships today from Florida! Home of bowl1820!! (:) Now I will have a nice bag that I can carry an arsenal for all occasions!! (:)

What you couldnt get bowl1820 to just drive it to you immediately.

[MICHAEL]

What you couldnt get bowl1820 to just drive it to you immediately.

LOL.... doubt that would happen.... But I will ask. Here is a picture of the bag that coming in a few days.


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SWEET

[tccstudent]

I have had one of those before its a good bag I converted mine into a 4 ball bag. Hope you like it.

[Perrin]

You'll have to give us a review of the bag a week or so after you get it and a follow up in a few months :)

Great looking bag and grats on the Valentines 'Score' :D

[MICHAEL]

You'll have to give us a review of the bag a week or so after you get it and a follow up in a few months :)

Great looking bag and grats on the Valentines 'Score' :D

I will let you know my thoughts on the bag,,, Yes it was a GREAT GIFT from my bowling Wife!! They said it would ship yesterday, but I found out this afternoon it just got picked up this evening!
DARN,,, I thought it would be here for my Thursday league! Says it will be delivered Friday!

There is a lesson here men!! Take care of you Wife, and they will take care of you!! LOL

p.s. I got a GREAT ONE!!

[MICHAEL]

ITS FRICKEN GREAT!! LIKE EVERYTING ABOUT IT!! Easy to take apart, and even easier to load then my global 900 3 ball bag! GREAT BAG!!