Bags for Rope & Gear

Choose bags for your rope, chair, and work gear

Choose storage around the rope length and diameter, the size of your chair, and the equipment you carry. Compare rope-specific capacity with bag dimensions and carrying features. Leave enough room to pack and inspect your equipment without forcing closures or mixing clean rope with dirty tools.

Buying guide: rope capacity, gear-bag dimensions, and transport

How do I compare rope-bag capacity?

The Triple Crown Standard XL blue rope bag is listed to hold 600 feet of 7/16-inch rope. Keep the diameter with that capacity when comparing bags. A different diameter, construction, or additional equipment can change what fits. Check your actual rope and packing needs rather than treating a footage claim as universal.

Which carrying and organization features should I check?

A rope bag should have a wide opening, sturdy construction, tie off loop inside, and spot to stick documentation. The Triple Crown XL listing specifies backpack straps, a document pouch, front gear loops, and an inside tie-off loop. Consider the route from vehicle to storage and how you will identify the equipment. Those features describe organization and carrying options; they do not by themselves provide a lifting rating or make a loop a life-support attachment.

When should I compare a duffel?

The PMI Gear Bag red duffel is listed for rope or gear, with dimensions of 25 by 11 by 11 inches. Compare the opening and overall shape with the equipment you need to pack. External dimensions alone do not guarantee that a rigid item will pass through the opening or fit alongside the rest of your kit.

Is there a bag intended to carry a chair too?

The Triple Crown Chair and Rope Bag is described as large enough for a Bosun’s chair and other gear. Its listed dimensions are 29 by 13 by 14 inches, with Cordura construction reinforced by ballistic-grade nylon. Measure your chair and accessories, then confirm the fit; chairs and assembled kits vary in shape and size.

Can I hoist a packed bag by its handle or gear loops?

Do not assume that a carrying handle, strap, or gear loop is rated for hoisting or suspension. Use only the handling method and load limits specified by the bag manufacturer and your site procedures. A storage bag is not a fall-protection component. Confirm a purpose-specific rating if your intended use requires one.

How should I prepare equipment for storage?

Follow the rope and equipment manufacturers’ cleaning, drying, inspection, and storage instructions. Keep rope away from chemicals, sharp items, and contamination; use separate storage where appropriate. Check bag seams, closures, straps, and the interior for damage or debris. A closed bag does not remove the need to inspect its contents before use or to keep equipment records accessible.

Need help matching a bag to your equipment? Call abc at 1-800-989-4003 with your rope diameter and length, chair dimensions, and other gear.