Canterbury Tail Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 As mentioned in title, how do you store and transport the armour? I was thinking of getting one of those standard tote containers, preferably one with decent wheels and a handle, but can only really find ones that are coolers. if people use this kind of thing, what size (gallons/litres) should I look at getting? I'm asking as I don't have everything together yet (no helmet and boots not made) so am having a hard time judging it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexous Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I got one of those "half bins", about half the size of a typical Stormtrooper one. Seems to work out ... everything gets a little roughed up... but what good is a clean scout anyway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayelbe Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I probably use the same as Daniel: It's a Husky 35-inch mobile job box. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubonos Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I use a Rubbermaid rub from WalMart. $20 and it fits everything and has held up for over two years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I bought a $12 bin from Target. Black and red, so Imperial colors! No wheels or anything. But the scout costume is very light since it's mostly soft goods, and I can pick it up over my head and get around obstacles while my compatriots get stuck on escalators with their rollers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nexous Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I probably use the same as Daniel: It's a Husky 35-inch mobile job box. Exact one! My helmet is in a cheap-o moto-helmet bag via amazon, maybe $15? Works just fine. And soft goods + armor + boots are in that little-ol case. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 (edited) I'm using the exact same Husky case as well along with a custom bikerscout helmet cover from Sgt Carida. The case is perfect. Fits everything and some extras. Here is a pic of my crate: Edited July 18, 2016 by Retrofire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Ranger Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 I've got a huge 50 gallon Stanley storage container. So far it holds my scout, and all of my TI parts that I currently have in progress. Not to say that it isn't getting heavier though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotorCityFool Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 I bought a $12 bin from Target. Black and red, so Imperial colors! No wheels or anything. But the scout costume is very light since it's mostly soft goods, and I can pick it up over my head and get around obstacles while my compatriots get stuck on escalators with their rollers Witnessing the madness at DragonCon for the first time last year I could definitely see where this would come in handy to leave people in the dust. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasman06 Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Target - Sterilite containers. Everything fits nicely - 44 gallon, I think. Light enough to carry when needed and easy enough to roll otherwise. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canterbury Tail Posted July 12, 2016 Author Share Posted July 12, 2016 Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I'll have a look around and see what I can find here in Canada. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Ranger Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I'll have a look around and see what I can find here in Canada. Glad to give the suggestions. Hope you find something suitable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khazara Posted July 13, 2016 Share Posted July 13, 2016 I use the Contico rolling locker. I got it at Container Store for $40 but i see WalMart (online anyways) now carries it for $26. http://www.walmart.com/ip/2476189 I just riveted a flexible nylon fabric strap to each end and it's great! But everything has to be fit in just perfectly each time, which also makes it good for shipping to conventions if that's an idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotorCityFool Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 I use the Contico rolling locker. I got it at Container Store for $40 but i see WalMart (online anyways) now carries it for $26. http://www.walmart.com/ip/2476189 I just riveted a flexible nylon fabric strap to each end and it's great! But everything has to be fit in just perfectly each time, which also makes it good for shipping to conventions if that's an idea. How heavy is this? Do you ever pick it up and carry? Or roll it only? -thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotorCityFool Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 I use the Contico rolling locker. I got it at Container Store for $40 but i see WalMart (online anyways) now carries it for $26. http://www.walmart.com/ip/2476189 I just riveted a flexible nylon fabric strap to each end and it's great! But everything has to be fit in just perfectly each time, which also makes it good for shipping to conventions if that's an idea. How heavy is this? Do you ever pick it up and carry? Or roll it only? -thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khazara Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 How heavy is this? Do you ever pick it up and carry? Or roll it only? -thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yes I can pick it up and carry it, frequently when stairs are involved. Rolling works better but you can carry it as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunk Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Good thing about that last tub with stickers it is TSA cleared. It meets all the required dimentions to fit on most air lines. I took 2 to Florida for C5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookieevader Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I use this http://m.homedepot.com/p/Husky-37-in-Mobile-Job-Box-209261/203668066 Its perfect and it has a removable tool bin for my trooping first aid kit. It holds everything including my helmet and has a keyed lock. I love my travel tote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canterbury Tail Posted July 18, 2016 Author Share Posted July 18, 2016 I use this http://m.homedepot.c...09261/203668066 Its perfect and it has a removable tool bin for my trooping first aid kit. It holds everything including my helmet and has a keyed lock. I love my travel tote Just looked at it. It's large but could be good. I noticed it's $54 in the US and a horrendous $149 in Canada. That's (with conversion) is over 200% markup. I think I'll pop over the border next weekend and grab one. Cheers again all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shada Posted July 23, 2016 Share Posted July 23, 2016 I initially carried my stuff in a 160 litre Ezy Storage box, which looks good but was way too big and only had little wheels, so was very bulky when trying to fit it through a convention. I may be traveling with it soon so investigated whether it would fit in my soft-sided suitcase - I discovered it does, if the arm/knee armour is pushed inside the boots and I removed the tank from the back, but was a little concerned about how the helmet would fare if it was squashed so have been looking for a more solid plastic-sided box. Just bought a 100 litre Toolpro box on sale today (NZ$45), which fits everything with a little room to spare (and doesn't require me to remove the tank), takes up the space of a larger sized suitcase, and has proper wheels so will be easy to move around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dart Posted July 25, 2016 Share Posted July 25, 2016 I use one of these: http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/stanley-24-gallon-mobile-job-chest-0581145p.html Fits the scout nicely and it doesn't take up much space. Easy to maneuver and fits in my vehicle with loads of room to spare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canterbury Tail Posted July 25, 2016 Author Share Posted July 25, 2016 I use one of these: http://www.canadiant...t-0581145p.html Fits the scout nicely and it doesn't take up much space. Easy to maneuver and fits in my vehicle with loads of room to spare. Oooo, didn't see that in Canadian Tire. May pick one up. While more than the $54 USD one from Home Depot it doesn't involve 2.5 hours of driving to get, and I have to go to Canadian Tire anyway. Cheers for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINMAN Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I use a Dewalt Job box Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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