My cheap teardrop-type bag is old now and a lot of the nylon straps have broken where I have to hang it outside. What's the best make/weight/type/filling to buy? It'll be hung outside all year round.
Never used a Ringside heavy bag, although I've heard they're very good. A Cleto Reyes bag should last you forever.
There's no way I'll take it down after every session. If I spend a lot of money then I might stick it in the shed for the winter months, but it'll still be outside for the majority of the year. This cheap piece of **** managed 2-3 years, so a decent bag should do me for at least twice that.
What's the best thing to fill it with? Mine's currently full of rags but it pisses me off when the parts I hit a lot sink in and go all floppy. Sand would be a more consistent filling wouldn't it?
If your leaving it outside then whatever you get cover it in duct tape to help protect it from the elements. Cleto Reyes are good if you have a spare $200+. Title 100lb bags are decent as well, if your a heavy hitter get the 150lb one.
If you use something will not absorb and retain water IE: Wool, sand, etc.. it should be ok outside. Just wrap it in electrical tape and then hit it with a layer of the water resistant spray paint and you should have a fairly strong outdoor bag. Just make sure you tape the fronts of your gloves o.o and also: dont cover part of the bottom of the bag so water and air can escape.
Cheers lads, I'll use the waterproofing ideas. Is a standard shaped heavubag my best bet? The teardrop one is ok but I think I'd prefer a normal one. And anything over 100lb is a decent weight for a bag?
Teardrops are my favorite. Especially with a fluffy outside layer for the filling. you can really work on angles with these bags.