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Title: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: 12thmonkey on April 19, 2006, 02:03:17 PM
Yeah, so i finally got a tank bag. It's a Nelson-Riggs...and it is amazing. To not have to carry a backpack every day to work is awesome. i've got my garage opener easily accessible in the map pocket. There's plenty of room for all the essentials...and plenty of things that aren't so essential. i feel more stable without the excess weight and wind drag of a backpack. And i am soon going to take Pantablo's (?) idea, and put a pic of the wifey (who is pregnant) for 2 good reasons to drive safe.

Surely not the most exciting post anyone will read today...but i had to share my enthusiasm...and my coworkers don't really get it.  :dunno_white:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: blue05twin on April 19, 2006, 02:12:07 PM
WTG!  I love my tankbag aslo very handy.  Thats a good idea to put a picture of a loved one in the map pocket to remind oneself to ride safely. 
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: My Name Is Dave on April 19, 2006, 02:29:06 PM
I need to pick one of those up.

And if we could go ahead and never say we "heart" something ever again, that would be great. Thanks.
Wink.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: kvgs on April 19, 2006, 02:32:06 PM
Put a pic of your loved one.......what if your loved one is your GS
Hmmmm
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: pandy on April 19, 2006, 02:40:12 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 19, 2006, 02:29:06 PM
And if we could go ahead and never say we "heart" something ever again, that would be great. Thanks.
Wink.

I *heart* my tankbag AND tailbag!  :flipoff: :icon_mrgreen:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: LimaXray on April 19, 2006, 02:41:31 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 19, 2006, 02:29:06 PM
And if we could go ahead and never say we "heart" something ever again, that would be great. Thanks.

OH NO!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I can't stop laughing....

Now I'm gonna have to watch office space tonight  :thumb:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: Phaedrus on April 19, 2006, 02:52:08 PM
I know! I rode my previous two seasons without it, but got one for this season. And already I love the damn thing. It is one of those thing: "How did I ever live without it?"
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: RVertigo on April 19, 2006, 03:09:38 PM
I totally love my Top Case...  I mean...  Other than the way it looks.   :laugh:

My friends don't get it either.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: 12thmonkey on April 19, 2006, 03:12:35 PM
i slipped a disc in my lower back last summer, and my back thanks me for the purchase.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: 12thmonkey on April 19, 2006, 03:14:01 PM
i don't know how this ended up in Odds n Ends. i wasn't even in that "area."  :dunno_white:

Not that it matters...
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: My Name Is Dave on April 19, 2006, 03:35:58 PM
Quote from: LimaXray on April 19, 2006, 02:41:31 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 19, 2006, 02:29:06 PM
And if we could go ahead and never say we "heart" something ever again, that would be great. Thanks.

OH NO!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I can't stop laughing....

Now I'm gonna have to watch office space tonight  :thumb:

People saying "heart" really is one of my biggest pet peeves. But I had to Lumburgh-ize it so I wouldn't come across as an ass while I was actually trying to make a joke for the 175th time in a row.

I watched it 3 weeks ago and it's still as good, by the way.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: LimaXray on April 19, 2006, 03:55:32 PM
oh i feel you on the 'heart' thing... i have a few lady friends who say that all the freaking time it make me want to bang my head against a table

office space and super troopers can be watched over and over again and still be awesome
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: 12thmonkey on April 19, 2006, 04:18:42 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 19, 2006, 03:35:58 PM
Quote from: LimaXray on April 19, 2006, 02:41:31 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 19, 2006, 02:29:06 PM
And if we could go ahead and never say we "heart" something ever again, that would be great. Thanks.

OH NO!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I can't stop laughing....

Now I'm gonna have to watch office space tonight  :thumb:

People saying "heart" really is one of my biggest pet peeves. But I had to Lumburgh-ize it so I wouldn't come across as an ass while I was actually trying to make a joke for the 175th time in a row.

I watched it 3 weeks ago and it's still as good, by the way.

i said it in honor of an old friend of mine. i can honestly say he was the only one i ever knew that said that. He'll be honored i got flamed on a message board for saying that. Regarding your lady friends...i'm sorry. Just make sure you have your helmet on if your going to bash your skull against a table.

Currently my biggest pet peeve is idiots in SUVs who think it's okay to take 2-3 spaces that are clearly marked "COMPACT" My bike fits. My wife's cage fits. Your flippin Tahoe/Hummer/Expedition doesn't!  :mad: :mad: :mad:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: My Name Is Dave on April 19, 2006, 04:21:06 PM
If they say they heart something, say "yeah, I testicle that too." It will pretty much end them saying that for life.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: roguegeek on April 19, 2006, 05:40:00 PM
I tried a tankbag for a while when I first started riding. It was nice I guess. Didn't like the idea of magnets and vibration being around my camera, iPod, and other expensive items, so I went with a backpack. Couldn't be happier now. :thumb:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag
Post by: Mandres on April 19, 2006, 07:13:37 PM
Quote from: LimaXray on April 19, 2006, 03:55:32 PM
office space and super troopers can be watched over and over again and still be awesome

I have three words for you sir: The Big Lebowski

Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: jake42 on April 19, 2006, 10:49:26 PM
I heart tankbags with my entire body including my pee pee.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Phaedrus on April 20, 2006, 04:34:06 PM
Haha Jake what was awesome  :thumb: (reminiscent of the ninja thread)
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: st8racin on April 20, 2006, 05:46:33 PM
So I just started looking at tanks bags. Are there any specific ones that ppl would recomend. I did find one that I kinda liked but it's $72!  :o
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Alphamazing on April 20, 2006, 06:02:45 PM
Quote from: st8racin on April 20, 2006, 05:46:33 PM
So I just started looking at tanks bags. Are there any specific ones that ppl would recomend. I did find one that I kinda liked but it's $72!  :o

What do you want a tank bag for? What type of size does it need to have?
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: st8racin on April 20, 2006, 06:19:38 PM
I don't really have any specific use in mind, more for the unexpected times I need to carry something with me. The one that I liked was the Rapid Transit Recon 19.

(http://www.newenoughhp.com/product_pictures/j/joe_rocket_rapid_transit_recon19_mag_tank_bag/factory_top_550.jpg)
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Alphamazing on April 20, 2006, 06:23:55 PM
Quote from: st8racin on April 20, 2006, 06:19:38 PM
I don't really have any specific use in mind, more for the unexpected times I need to carry something with me. The one that I liked was the Rapid Transit Recon 19.

I've got a small one that is great for little things. It's got room for my cell phone, wallet, jacket liner, bottle of water, snacks, keys, and some other stuff if I decide to cram it in there.

Joe Rocket Manta

(http://www.citystop.com/Motorcycle/images/Manta_Blue.JPG)
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Destro on April 20, 2006, 07:59:39 PM
Boy, I sure liked one llike that a while ago!!  :laugh: (kinda inside joke for Alpha!).  I just got my new one today!  Big enough to hold a six can softside cooler and my water bottle for work.  The side pockets hold my wallet, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.  I can't wait to try it out.  I am sure Alphafire will want one soon enough!

(http://www.fieldsheer.com/web2006/pictures/470-1134.GIF)
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Alphamazing on April 20, 2006, 08:17:59 PM
Quote from: Destro on April 20, 2006, 07:59:39 PM
Boy, I sure liked one llike that a while ago!!  :laugh: (kinda inside joke for Alpha!).  I just got my new one today!  Big enough to hold a six can softside cooler and my water bottle for work.  The side pockets hold my wallet, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.  I can't wait to try it out.  I am sure Alphafire will want one soon enough!

(http://www.fieldsheer.com/web2006/pictures/470-1134.GIF)

Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha.  :laugh: :laugh: Funny stuff, right there. :)

But yeah, it all depends on what you want one for. Mine doesn't have a map pocket (a very conveniant feature for touring) nor the space capacity to hold a significant amount of things (also good for touring). Mine's great for short trips or around town.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Destro on April 20, 2006, 08:47:11 PM
Quote

Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha.  :laugh: :laugh: Funny stuff, right there. :)

But yeah, it all depends on what you want one for. Mine doesn't have a map pocket (a very conveniant feature for touring) nor the space capacity to hold a significant amount of things (also good for touring). Mine's great for short trips or around town.
Quote

Exactly, it was great for just weekend riding, I may get a second one for that purpose.  Just got tired of my saddlebags for the little bit of stuff I take back and forth to work.  So the new one fits the bill, no need to limit yourself to one.  :thumb:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: ajgs500 on April 20, 2006, 08:52:07 PM
I have the tourmaster cortech supermini..... it is small but holds just what I need when I am just out cruising and dont need my work stuff.


(http://www.tourmaster.com/pics-large/82-426.jpg)
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: My Name Is Dave on April 21, 2006, 12:49:54 PM
Quote from: Destro on April 20, 2006, 07:59:39 PM
Boy, I sure liked one llike that a while ago!!  :laugh: (kinda inside joke for Alpha!).  I just got my new one today!  Big enough to hold a six can softside cooler and my water bottle for work.  The side pockets hold my wallet, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.  I can't wait to try it out.  I am sure Alphafire will want one soon enough!

(http://www.fieldsheer.com/web2006/pictures/470-1134.GIF)

I'm buying your old one. Let me know where to paypal the money.
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Wrecent_Wryder on April 21, 2006, 01:42:45 PM
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Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: Alphamazing on April 21, 2006, 01:52:44 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 21, 2006, 12:49:54 PM
Quote from: Destro on April 20, 2006, 07:59:39 PM
Boy, I sure liked one llike that a while ago!!  :laugh: (kinda inside joke for Alpha!).  I just got my new one today!  Big enough to hold a six can softside cooler and my water bottle for work.  The side pockets hold my wallet, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.  I can't wait to try it out.  I am sure Alphafire will want one soon enough!

I'm buying your old one. Let me know where to paypal the money.

Nah, I'm pretty happy with it. I appreciate the offer though!  :thumb:
Title: Re: i heart my tank bag (or my tank bag changed my life)
Post by: My Name Is Dave on April 21, 2006, 02:19:42 PM
Quote from: AlphaFire X5 on April 21, 2006, 01:52:44 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDX on April 21, 2006, 12:49:54 PM
Quote from: Destro on April 20, 2006, 07:59:39 PM
Boy, I sure liked one llike that a while ago!!  :laugh: (kinda inside joke for Alpha!).  I just got my new one today!  Big enough to hold a six can softside cooler and my water bottle for work.  The side pockets hold my wallet, cell phone, MP3 player, etc.  I can't wait to try it out.  I am sure Alphafire will want one soon enough!

I'm buying your old one. Let me know where to paypal the money.

Nah, I'm pretty happy with it. I appreciate the offer though!  :thumb:

Luckily I'm not teaching reading. I missed that part about you inheriting it.

Well enjoy it, you jerk!