Expedition Modded Jeeps - Let's see 'em!!
JK Super Freak
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From: chicago
Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
Overland Journal a couple years back did a review of totes. They criticized the Action Packers for being very inefficient in providing storage space versus space consumed to haul it. Watertightness wasn't all that great, either, but that was a truly serious test they performed. They liked them for price, however. In the end, the really expensive cases tended to be better--we're talking $100 and up. Regardless, I've used a couple cheap totes that I bought at WalMart--less than $20 apiece. I keep these on top of my Jeep, and they have been through severe downpours--in other words, not a hose directed sideways at the tote (as the magazine did), but a real-world downpour of heavy rains at highway speeds. Nary a drop got inside of them. I was surprised. It may be because I have them tied down pretty tightly with a cargo net, so the lid is pressed against the lip of the tub (versus perhaps just rope or a couple bungees). Regardless, I would not put anything that would be a problem if it did get wet in one of these. So far, it's worked for me.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Centennial, CO
I agree with previous points about shortcomings of the Rubbermaid boxes. They aren't designed for optimum use of space, don't stack so well and aren't completely water proof.
I do like that they are light. For my purposes- carry stuff inside the Jeep and moving it back and forth between camp, it has worked well. I certainly wouldn't recommend them for roof top carry.
JK Freak
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From: Snohomish, WA
I keep a Sherpak in my car all the time. If I need the room it is a huge amount of space, but because it is fabric it compresses down small. I've had it full and relatively empty in some pretty good rain storms and nothing inside has ever got wet. The negative of the soft bag is you can't easily take it off and put it on the roof with junk in it, so you need to load/unload it while it's on the roof. Because of this I usually use if for back packs, tents, duffels filled with clothing, etc.
I got mine at REI which is great because if I ever do have a problem with it they'll take it back.
Sherpak Go! 15 Roof Bag - Free Shipping at REI.com
I got mine at REI which is great because if I ever do have a problem with it they'll take it back.
Sherpak Go! 15 Roof Bag - Free Shipping at REI.com
JK Enthusiast
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From: Centennial, CO
I keep a Sherpak in my car all the time. If I need the room it is a huge amount of space, but because it is fabric it compresses down small. I've had it full and relatively empty in some pretty good rain storms and nothing inside has ever got wet. The negative of the soft bag is you can't easily take it off and put it on the roof with junk in it, so you need to load/unload it while it's on the roof. Because of this I usually use if for back packs, tents, duffels filled with clothing, etc.
I got mine at REI which is great because if I ever do have a problem with it they'll take it back.
Sherpak Go! 15 Roof Bag - Free Shipping at REI.com
I got mine at REI which is great because if I ever do have a problem with it they'll take it back.
Sherpak Go! 15 Roof Bag - Free Shipping at REI.com
My next step in this system is to store the already packed Sherpaks somewhere in my garage, so I can just grab them, load them, and go. Keeping all the camping equipment in the Sherpaks allows me to put consumables inside the Jeep in the ARB fridge and the Rubbermaid containers. A couple more trips and I think I will be satisfied with this system.
Last edited by salmonaediot; Sep 14, 2012 at 08:46 AM.
JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2010
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From: Duke City, NM
Originally Posted by deeker
I've spent a bit of time hanging out in an Eagle's Nest Outfitters hammock - the Single Nest. I have the rain fly, bug screen and straps for it. It is comfortable but if you sleep any other way than on your back it may take some getting used to for a whole night. Hennesey make nice hammocks, too. Can't go wrong with either, plus a couple of other manufacturers.
Here is my oldest boy enjoying a trail-side lunch break in it. Everyone will want to try it out unless they have one of their own!
JK Newbie
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From: Duke City, NM
Originally Posted by JeepinJer
Any of you folks use a Hennessey Hammock? I've been shopping around and they look great. Just want some first hand feedback.
JK Newbie
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From: Duke City, NM
Originally Posted by Mark Doiron
Overland Journal a couple years back did a review of totes. They criticized the Action Packers for being very inefficient in providing storage space versus space consumed to haul it. Watertightness wasn't all that great, either, but that was a truly serious test they performed. They liked them for price, however. In the end, the really expensive cases tended to be better--we're talking $100 and up. Regardless, I've used a couple cheap totes that I bought at WalMart--less than $20 apiece. I keep these on top of my Jeep, and they have been through severe downpours--in other words, not a hose directed sideways at the tote (as the magazine did), but a real-world downpour of heavy rains at highway speeds. Nary a drop got inside of them. I was surprised. It may be because I have them tied down pretty tightly with a cargo net, so the lid is pressed against the lip of the tub (versus perhaps just rope or a couple bungees). Regardless, I would not put anything that would be a problem if it did get wet in one of these. So far, it's worked for me.
Usually keep a few pre-loaded and ready to go for an impromptu weekender!
