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Postby CaymanWind » Mon Apr 12, 2004 4:01 pm
Hi folks.
Does anybody know where to get Brunotti kite vacuum bags in the US if this is even possible? If not, is there another vacuum bag that can be deflated using a kite pump. The space saver bags look cool but require a vacuum cleaner hose to attach. Any ideas for an adaper to convert a vacuum hose to a kite pump hose?
Any input appreciated.
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Postby Rex » Mon Apr 12, 2004 4:53 pm
ducktape?!
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Postby drgabler » Mon Apr 12, 2004 4:56 pm
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Postby ptraykovski » Mon Apr 12, 2004 11:30 pm
I made an adapter by cutting the end off a shop vac extension tube and then duct taping it to a standard kite pump nozzle. Works fine,
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Postby Beachboy » Mon Apr 12, 2004 11:36 pm
Eagle creek makes bags that don't require a pump or vacuum cleaner. I haven't tried them, but here's the link:
http://www.letravelstore.com/packit.htm
If anybody has experience with them please post.
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Postby CaymanWind » Mon Apr 12, 2004 11:43 pm
Thanks folks.
Once I get the bags I will experiment with PVC fittings. I know they work with the pump hose side because my Gaastra Phoenix has PVC fittings to pump the duel LE bladders. Just need to find something to fit the shopvac side and then reduce it.
Once again, thanks for your input.
Ryan
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Postby R1ck » Tue Apr 13, 2004 12:18 am
duct tape does it all...
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Postby Marty » Tue Apr 13, 2004 12:25 am
I have used camping compression duffle bags with great sucess. Put the kite in, 4 pull straps on each side. No need for suction.
Many sporting goods stores carry them. The link below is for REI. Bag shown is uncompressed.
http://www.rei.com/online/store/Product ... rn=4501503
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Postby R1ck » Tue Apr 13, 2004 5:22 am
the bags of which u speak of are used for board building...not for packing kites. well i found a link to a uk store that ships internationaly....might help u out...a bit on the pricey side thow.
http://www.surfsale.co.uk/ShowDetails.asp?id=1052
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Postby Rossall » Tue Apr 13, 2004 6:20 am
Cayman check out
http://www.brunotti.com and ask for the US distributor, if you struggle I am sure some of the UK shops will ship to you no worries. The Brunotti bags are great I have them so they are worth hunting out, any problems drop me a PM.
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