Author Topic: Swag Quality (Read 26258 times)

D4D · « **Reply #25 on:** April 07, 2011, 07:00:37 AM »

http://www.catchoftheday.com.au/smallfish_info.php?products_id=27289

dno · « **Reply #26 on:** April 07, 2011, 09:29:18 AM »

CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP!!!!!

kiva · « **Reply #27 on:** July 15, 2011, 02:06:38 PM »

I picked up a new Burke & Wills swag earlier in the week and so far, the quality looks great. It still needs more hosing off, though with possibly a wet weekend on the way, nature might do that for me.

dno · « **Reply #28 on:** July 15, 2011, 02:40:30 PM »

Not a real good photo. But I'm sure they got enough water.

Black Diamond · « **Reply #29 on:** July 15, 2011, 02:54:14 PM »

Im pretty happy with my Outback Swag from Anaconda, originally picked it up for $210 on special down from just under $400

I know the quality isnt as good as a Burke n Wills but i dont Swag every weekend

apsilon · « **Reply #30 on:** July 15, 2011, 06:03:29 PM »

FWIW I recommend a cheap swag if it's your first as they're not for everyone. A mate of mine used one for the first time a few weeks ago and said he probably won't use it again. Felt a bit claustrophobic apparently but stupidly also complained he couldn't sit up without opening it.

I have a Burke and Wills Simpson now which I think is their top of the line. Lots of room (I'm a restless sleeper) plenty of ventilation options and thick matress. The only down side is once you add your bedding (especially blankets for winter) it's definitely not small, in fact it won't fit in my SWB fourbie so has to be carried on the roof.

kiva · « **Reply #31 on:** July 15, 2011, 06:24:31 PM »

Quote from: apsilon on July 15, 2011, 06:03:29 PM

I have a Burke and Wills Simpson now which I think is their top of the line.

That's the same one that I have; in their "redrock" colour.

Black Diamond · « **Reply #32 on:** July 16, 2011, 09:03:25 AM »

Quote from: apsilon on July 15, 2011, 06:03:29 PM

FWIW I recommend a cheap swag if it's your first as they're not for everyone. A mate of mine used one for the first time a few weeks ago and said he probably won't use it again. Felt a bit claustrophobic apparently but stupidly also complained he couldn't sit up without opening it.

Tell him to drink about 20 JD's before he hops in and he will sleep like a baby

apsilon · « **Reply #33 on:** July 16, 2011, 10:34:01 AM »

He doesn't drink. At all. Guess who the permanent designated driver is

graham · « **Reply #34 on:** July 17, 2011, 01:58:33 PM »

got one of jim allen@sons swags,quality materials and the bloke who designed them is a deer stalker. so they are reasonsbly light, very waterproof and they pack up to reasonable size.good bit of gear in my opinion cheers@beers Graham

graham · « **Reply #35 on:** July 17, 2011, 02:01:13 PM »

oops ,they are about $250.00 for a single and they are south rd moorabbin,cheers Graham

Jason B · « **Reply #36 on:** July 17, 2011, 07:33:02 PM »

I use a Southern Cross Canvas Dome swag. I use it for work regularly (3-4 times a month) and find it excellent. Aussie WCT canvas all Aussie made in Vic, plenty of room and ventilation. As you can see from the pic, now that I am getting a bit older (and softer) I set it up on a stretcher. Its so much easier to get in and out of this way and you can sit up to put your boots on etc.

Regards

Jas

Silvo · « **Reply #37 on:** July 17, 2011, 07:37:42 PM »

what work do you do that means you get in a swag 3-4 times a month?

i'm currently drooling over a new swag i'm keen to get, my mattress died in mine, and i'm looking for a bit more room in a swag, so this is my pick.. http://www.ozwild.com.au/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=197&vmcchk=1&Itemid=197

POD · « **Reply #38 on:** July 17, 2011, 07:51:41 PM »

That Oz wild one looks pretty sweet. AND with a fly!

My 0.02: I have a Burke and Wills Simpson, Red Rock flavour. I LOVE IT! AND, to my delightful surprise, it comes with an insulated bottle holder so you can take a long-neck to bed with you! Mr B and Mr W have thought of everythink!

BTW, the cheapest I found it was outdoorsonline Tony was very helpful and accommodating, have a look at their gear.

Jason B · « **Reply #39 on:** July 17, 2011, 08:12:16 PM »

Quote from: Silvo on July 17, 2011, 07:37:42 PM

what work do you do that means you get in a swag 3-4 times a month?

I'm currently drooling over a new swag I'm keen to get, my mattress died in mine, and I'm looking for a bit more room in a swag, so this is my pick.. http://www.ozwild.com.au/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=197&vmcchk=1&Itemid=197

I am a Fisheries Officer mate so I get to see a fair chunk of inland NSW (My Zone looks after 1/2 of inland NSW). That swag looks Great also. I prefer side entry to Top or end entry. Also on the southern cross it is nice and high. Both sides unzip to the ground and have mesh in them and both ends have windows and vents. So in summer it essentially a big mozzie tent with heaps of ventilation.

Regards

Jas

Smokey2.8 · « **Reply #40 on:** July 17, 2011, 08:32:20 PM »

Second vote for the Southern Cross dome swag.

Mines the green version and had it for years. Never leave home without it. Absolutely love it!!

Jacko · « **Reply #41 on:** July 17, 2011, 10:10:47 PM »

Any idea how much those Southern Cross swags are worth, roughly?
Cheers Jacko

POD · « **Reply #42 on:** July 17, 2011, 10:38:06 PM »

Hope you're sitting down: Single is $690.

Jacko · « **Reply #43 on:** July 17, 2011, 10:56:14 PM »

Thanks for the info POD, yeah I know their stuff is expensive as I have a Southern Cross Ultimate Trekker double ender tent and while it's alot of money it is exceptional quality and will probably outlast me!
Cheers Jacko

Smokey2.8 · « **Reply #44 on:** July 18, 2011, 07:17:58 PM »

Can get the Southern Cross cheaper at shows. But they are 100% worth it. Never regretted spending the extra in one.
Goodluck either way you go.

torsion · « **Reply #45 on:** July 18, 2011, 07:52:08 PM »

3rd vote for the Southern Cross Swags. Its next on my list.
Hey Jas, you have a very envious job mate.
Your Southern Cross swag looks like you've had it for a number of years, the'v refined the design a bit.

Interesting to see the boys at Ultimate Campers making basically the same design at $600.00 -
http://www.ultimatecampers.com.au/news.asp?page=17

Jason B · « **Reply #46 on:** July 18, 2011, 08:49:51 PM »

Quote from: torsion on July 18, 2011, 07:52:08 PM

3rd vote for the Southern Cross Swags. Its next on my list.
Hey Jas, you have a very envious job mate.
Your Southern Cross swag looks like you've had it for a number of years, the'v refined the design a bit.

Interesting to see the boys at Ultimate Campers making basically the same design at $600.00 -
http://www.ultimatecampers.com.au/news.asp?page=17

Thanks Tosion, it is not a bad job mate. The patrolling/travelling part is great its all the other stuff you could live without. Like most jobs I guess.

I have gone through a few different swags over the 17 years I have been doing the job, I have used Burke and wills, Jolly, Down under to name a few, the Southern Cross is the best one to date. We tend to wear them out over 5 years or so getting bashed around in the back of the vehicles. We always look at what is about and aim at better features each time we replace them.

Regards

Jas

Hefty · « **Reply #47 on:** August 02, 2011, 01:44:31 PM »

I'm in the market for a first swag and my ears (eyes, if I'm reading??) pricked up when people mentioned the dune swag earlier.
Has anyone had any major problems with them. I realise they're on the cheap import end of the market but I'd only be using it a few times a year. Anaconda adventure club price is $99 at the mo, so I'm very tempted to just suck it and see but thought i'd ask a few questions if it will still save me the $'s.
GUrich, without sounding suss or rude

are you big/tall? I'm 6'5 and solidly built (hence the username

) and I'm curious to know if I'd fit in one.

Cheers!
Jono.

GGV8Cruza · « **Reply #48 on:** August 02, 2011, 02:55:03 PM »

Quote from: Hefty on August 02, 2011, 01:44:31 PM

GUrich, without sounding suss or rude are you big/tall? I'm 6'5 and solidly built (hence the username ) and I'm curious to know if I'd fit in one.

Cheers!
Jono.

At that height I would be test driving one in the shop to make sure you fit, I am just over the 6' mark and it feels cosy in mine, it is a different brand though

GG

blackstump · « **Reply #49 on:** August 02, 2011, 03:34:03 PM »

Ive been looking for a swag to fit me also. Being big lad im going to need more room also. I think ive narrowed it down to the True Blue XXL dome jobby. They are 2.3 meters long which is quite a bit more than any others I have looked at. Priced at $270 on ebay at the moment

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