Wheelie Gig Bag

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People tend to be stoked on all the new and shiny things that enter the market and, as a result, tend to sometimes forget to stop and appreciate the old products that have been around for years (some products just last and last). Take the Burton Wheelie Gig Board bag, for example. It’s a quality product, with a great reputation, that people buy over and over again.

We still like the bags listed below, but they fell slightly behind due to minor inconveniences we found during testing. If you take the board out of the bag and leave the rest of the gear in (for whatever reason), pulling the bag on its wheels becomes a problem The Burton Wheelie Gig snowboard bag is a high-quality option that I thoroughly recommend for any snowboarder who travels often. It’s ideal for airplane trips and will keep your gear safe, secure, and ready for action no matter where you roam. Construction The bag is completely padded to provide your gear with plenty of protection as you travel. If you have ever worried about what will happen to your boards when you drop them off at the airline counter, this model will help you worry less.It also comes with a removable should strap. This has a double-cush design that is very comfortable and gives you the needed padding for those times when you have to carry the bag rather than wheel it around. This bag is very well constructed to give you plenty of peace of mind that your gear will stay out of harm’s way when you travel. I don’t trust putting my favorite boards in every bag, but I’d throw even the most expensive option in this bag without worry.

With a padded shoulder strap for added comfort, as well as side and end haul handles for easy moving, the Burton Wheelie Gig Board Bag remains a favourite within the Whitelines team and has rightly earned its spot in this year’s Whitelines 100. The Wheelie Gig Board Bag has fully padded board protection, meaning you know your snowboard’s safe while you get on with eating the complimentary in-flight cashews. The bag’s also got internal webbing straps to keep your board in place, meaning it won’t constantly be scratching on the inside surface of the bag.

Burton Wheelie Gig Bag 2014 - 2013Review by The Good Ride

Known as Jake’s favourite, the Burton Wheelie Gig Board Bag is probably one of the most commonly seen snowboard bags at the airports. As we all know, our snowboard bags aren’t often handled with TLC by the baggage handlers. Because of this, it’s often reassuring to know that your board is wrapped up safely in a padded bit of kit. Dakine Low Roller Snowboard Bag: We love that this bag is lightweight and that it comes with a separate compartment for snowboard boots. However, the bag was slightly awkward to carry, and we wish it came with an interior strap to tie down a snowboard or a shoulder strap to transport it another way. Our Testing Process It’s also available in multiple colors, so you can get a design that matches your style on the slopes. I’m a fan of the camouflage option, but there are also a few solid colorways that look pretty great. Value You can also choose from several different sizes to match the size of your board. The Wheelie Gig bag is available in 146cm, 156cm, 166cm, and 181cm sizes. If you want extra storage space, you can always get a size or two larger than your boards for added room. Additional Features The Wheelie has side and front handles built right into it to carry the bag if you can’t roll it easily. These straps are rugged and will let you tug and pull without ripping or tearing. It’s another fantastic design element. Storage

The 6 Best Ski Helmets to Stay Comfortable and Prepared on the Mountain Other Snowboard Bags We Liked It’s fully padded to keep everything inside well-cushioned. Even if the bag does take a fall or get mishandled, its contents will remain safe, and this padding is very effective at limiting the chance of damage. The outer layers of the bag are made with a very strong and durable 600D polyester. This material is your first line of defense against damage and is resistant to wear and tear. It’s a rugged design that is practical and long-lasting. The Burton Wheelie Gig Snowboard bag is one of my favorite bags to travel with as a snowboarder. It’s a very practical and durable option that will let you keep all of your gear organized while preventing any damage along the way.Brexit - Shipments from the UK to EU countries will now attract VAT charges and potentially duties & customs fees payable upon entering the EU. These fees are payable by the recipient.