Would you buy these canvas bags?

[P4trol]

Recently I made a canvas trailer tarp from the heaviest canvas I could find. I'm looking at a project with the leftover canvas. The pictures are the prototypes. No point in making 30 of the things if there isn't a market!

The question is simple. "Would you buy this bag?"

Please be honest, not flattering. I am not selling these bags in this thread, a new one will be created in the correct section if and when. If you say now you would buy one, I'm not going to hold you to it later.

About them:

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Canvas is 15 weight. On my trailer the canvas is waterproof full stop. No pre wetting, extra sprays etc. Straps have 100kg breaking strain.

Cheers!

[growler2058]

Yeah I would
Prefer the look if the straps were a similar colour to the canvas

[MudRunnerTD]

They look really good mate. Your going into a market that is well supplied though.

One of the best things I have bought in canvas is my spanner roll! It is simply awesome. Holds a full set, plus a pocket for a big shifter. Awesome.

That small bag would be nice for tools in the car. Soft and strong as farrkk! A couple maybe for big tools and small tools or electrical tools when traveling.

Tell you what mate there'd be a few interested Ina canvas bag that fits a portaloo in with handles and a Velcro down lid ;) Seen one made by a friend and it was a great idea both for storage and protection when it's on the roof but also a vanity thing, people do t want it to be seen on the roof. Privacy mate.

Just thoughts for you.

Cheers MR

[Bloodyaussie]

Of course price factors in but always interested in stuff like that...!!

[Woof]

Yep I would be interested for sure

[Winnie]

Looked at the pictures and thought "nah I wouldn't have a use for it" but reading Darren's comment it would be great for tools.

[P4trol]

SHE told me the straps were the wrong colour too...

At the moment I'm probably just doing bags. (it started off me wanting a few bags for the kids)... ideas to finish up the roll. Other things would need a sample for dimensions. I have no intention submerging a saturated market!

Prices... dunno. Let's say the large one was $160. (I really have no idea)

But I appreciate all suggestions.

[BigRAWesty]

What are you designing the bags to be used for? That's the question.
If its clothes, do you need 15ounce rip stop canvas? Don't think so.

Were looking at some duffel style bags which are more adaptable to that one little spare spot which a convention suitcase won't fit, for clothes etc. So canvas would be cool, but $160.. can buy 16 from Big W..

So the thought is there. And its a good one, but material and price are just way over the top.

Now if you were to make accessory bags, like gas stove bags, spanner rolls, even pencil case style bags for screw drivers, shifted hammers etc that could be a little avenue.

I think your biggest problem will be keeping costs down.. you'll need to buy bulk to keep any sorta profitability in it.
Like AB for instance. I think he mentioned he had 200 of his bags made. If he paid $40 (i have no idea, its just a figure i picked) that's an 8g layout.. that's a fair cost on items which have a slow turn over..

Just all things to think About mate.
But, good luck with it.. I hope it goes well.

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[AB]

Hey mate, look good!

I was going to start selling bags with my vinyl and may still do but time and lifestyle has been too much lately. Hopefully will still do later on this year.

I see your using PK zips which is good but I would fork out the bucks and get the chunky plastic PK zips as below. I have some samples of all the PK range at work and after heavy testing the chunky plastic ones won hands down in durability.

I would also have a think about a thin bit of HDPE or similar to stitch in the bottom of the bag to keep shape.



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[TheLocksmith]

I would buy a portaloo bag! Currently using black rubbish bag.

Have one with side pockets for chemicals! and maybe 1 roll?

Use a Thetford as a base design, ours is a 365

[TheLocksmith]

Hey AB, what about canvas/vinyl bags that attach to your roof rack?

Would want a 30/40cm wall and a waterproof setup but would be good to throw the light stuff in like sleeping bags/clothes etc.

More to be a protective cover from dust/water for stuff already packed.

Just about to do research for one as my roof rack is a custom job.

[BigRAWesty]

Hey AB, what about canvas/vinyl bags that attach to your roof rack?

Would want a 30/40cm wall and a waterproof setup but would be good to throw the light stuff in like sleeping bags/clothes etc.

More to be a protective cover from dust/water for stuff already packed.

Just about to do research for one as my roof rack is a custom job.

Ill be in for one to once my R/R is finished.. as soon as you mention custom though the $$$ goes up as there all one ofs..

Kallen Westbrook
Owner of
Westy's Accessories (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?15134-Westy-s-Accessories.-A-small-back-yard-builder.)

[TheLocksmith]

as soon as you mention custom though the $$$ goes up as there all one offs

Ok custom is going to cost so AB can u base your standard design on the following pic :) lol

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[oncedisturbed]

I would more than likely be up for some canvas bags depending on price. always on the lookout for them

[MudRunnerTD]

I would buy a portaloo bag! Currently using black rubbish bag.

Have one with side pockets for chemicals! and maybe 1 roll?

Use a Thetford as a base design, ours is a 365

I would buy one for the loo too. Very difficult to carry without handles. I think most portaloos are a similar size only the height changes. Pocket off the side gets bulky but a small chemical bag separate would be nice (even hooks and Velcro on the side to attach the chem bag if you like.

These would sell wel on eBay mate. Surprised they don't exist already. The it I know that had one made by his wife was the envy of many.

[P4trol]

I did consider the plastic zips, but over time I find the plastic teeth degrade and break off.

So not owning a portaloo:

I would need one for measurements and placement of handles. What is the minimum and maximum height portaloos need? They get transported upright?

[threedogs]

I'd love a knife roll to suit my knives, but would need to be custom made to suit different size knives/steel