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2010 Dakine Concourse Double Ski Bag | Reviewed On: April 19, 2010
Gear Reviews>>Travel>>Ski Luggage>>Dakine Concourse Double Ski BagPRODUCT SUMMARY
By BrennanLagasse
THE GOOD
You can fit just about anything you want/need for a ski trip in this bag. It handled two pairs of skis with ease. At first I was hoping to test a 200cm bag, but after realizing the 185 cm bag can fit a pair of 195's, I was happy to have it. Boots, helmets, poles, soft goods, you name it and you can safely store it in this bag. The padding is bomber, and there are internal straps that help to cinch everything down. At one point I had everything I was traveling with stuffed in this bag and beyond the fact it was a lot of gear and was quite heavy, it was nice to have that option.
When you pack the bag, make sure you put heavier items toward the wheels so the weight is dispersed properly. I found when I did this the bag traveled smooth and was pretty easy to manage. A lifetime warranty also helps make this a good purchase for anyone that wants to travel with their skis as the price tag is high, but you know you've made a solid long-term investment.
THE BAD
The bag is huge, and some airlines are not going to be happy with you. I made out pretty well, but Delta in Milan, Italy wanted to charge me 175 euros for having all my gear in one big, heavy, long bag. When I split my belongings up into two bags I was only charged 50 euros for two checked bags. But the point here is being aware in these times of airlines trying to squeeze every dollar they can out of you. Basically, this bag is large, even in the 185cm style, and may present some traveling problems.
I'll also mention that during my month of travels, the bag took some abuse, and while my gear stayed safe (which is most important), there was some wear and tear I was not expecting on the bag. Nothing too crazy, but some fabric wore away and the bag looked like it had been on the road a lot longer than a month.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Dakine Concourse Double Ski Bag in a 185 cm length is the perfect solution for air travel with lots of ski gear. Whether you are a pro skier globetrotting from one face shot to another, or a family with kids heading to Colorado for Christmas vacation, this ski bag will get your gear safely to your destination.
By BrennanLagasse
THE GOOD
You can fit just about anything you want/need for a ski trip in this bag. It handled two pairs of skis with ease. At first I was hoping to test a 200cm bag, but after realizing the 185 cm bag can fit a pair of 195's, I was happy to have it. Boots, helmets, poles, soft goods, you name it and you can safely store it in this bag. The padding is bomber, and there are internal straps that help to cinch everything down. At one point I had everything I was traveling with stuffed in this bag and beyond the fact it was a lot of gear and was quite heavy, it was nice to have that option.
When you pack the bag, make sure you put heavier items toward the wheels so the weight is dispersed properly. I found when I did this the bag traveled smooth and was pretty easy to manage. A lifetime warranty also helps make this a good purchase for anyone that wants to travel with their skis as the price tag is high, but you know you've made a solid long-term investment.
THE BAD
The bag is huge, and some airlines are not going to be happy with you. I made out pretty well, but Delta in Milan, Italy wanted to charge me 175 euros for having all my gear in one big, heavy, long bag. When I split my belongings up into two bags I was only charged 50 euros for two checked bags. But the point here is being aware in these times of airlines trying to squeeze every dollar they can out of you. Basically, this bag is large, even in the 185cm style, and may present some traveling problems.
I'll also mention that during my month of travels, the bag took some abuse, and while my gear stayed safe (which is most important), there was some wear and tear I was not expecting on the bag. Nothing too crazy, but some fabric wore away and the bag looked like it had been on the road a lot longer than a month.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Dakine Concourse Double Ski Bag in a 185 cm length is the perfect solution for air travel with lots of ski gear. Whether you are a pro skier globetrotting from one face shot to another, or a family with kids heading to Colorado for Christmas vacation, this ski bag will get your gear safely to your destination.
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Solid
AVG USER ADVICE
n/a
| VALUE | 4/5, While this is most definitely as solid of a ski travel bag you can get, the price tag is not that cheap. You can for surely find other ski bags for less. However, they will not be as solid as the Concourse and with a lifetime warranty you know you've made a good purchase. |
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| CARRYING CAPACITY | 5/5, This is the radest bag I've ever used that can just about carry your whole quiver no matter where you're going or how much you're bringing. |
| EASE OF CARRY | 4/5, If you don't think about how you're packing, this bag can be a pain to tote around. But all it takes is some thought as in where you're putting the heavier items, etc. and you're good to go. The wheels are amazing and spread the weight of what's in the bag well. |
| EASE OF AIRLINE TRAVEL | 3/5, This one is tough. The bag weighs a lot and it's big. I was able to get by ok, but I've heard of other horror stories of excess fees so beware. |
| TESTING LOCATIONS | Alagna and the Dolomites, Italy. La Grave and Chamonix, France. Atlas Mountains, Morocco |
Gear Reviews>>Travel>>Ski Luggage>>Dakine Concourse Double Ski Bag
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $179.95 |
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| MATERIALS | 420D Nylon |
| DIMENSIONS | [185] 13.5 x 6.5x 73in (34 x 16 x 185cm); [200] 13.5 x 6.5x 79in (34 x 16 x 200cm) |
| WHEELS | Yes, Urethane |
| PADDED | Yes |
| STRAPS | No |
| POCKETS | 3 External, 1 Internal |
| WEIGHT | 12lbs (5kg) |
| SIZES | 185 cm or 200cm |
| COLORS | Black, Black Patches, Bomber, Alpine Plaid |
| BEST USES | Traveling with skis |
| WARRANTY | Lifetime |
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