HOW TO: Pack Up and Carry Your Armor

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

So at first I wasn't sure how to carry my armor, couldn't find any boxes big enough then asking at my local garrison I found a lot of troopers use a suit case. Luckily enough I had one laying around, which most people do, so here is how I packed all of my armor in.

 

 

 

So I tried a few combinations but this seemed the easiest for me. First I put the shins inside the thighs.

 

 

 

Next I keep all of the arm sections together and fit them insde the shins

 

 

 

Next I open up the torso and fit both thighs inside

 

 

 

Next close up the torso and fit in the suit case

 

 

 

I then pack the shoes and smaller parts around the outside of the torso, helps to stop it moving around. You may notice in the bottom left corner there are a few tools, a container with snaps and elastic and also some duct tape, thought this would be good for an emergency fix kit.

 

 

 

Next I have a towel to have a wipe down after trooping, perfect to wrap your blaster in and slip down the side of the torso

 

 

 

I try to keep the softer things on top, one to protect the torso and two as I will be putting them on first.

 

 

 

I have a seperate bag for the helmet, fits in nicely

 

 

 

Then all closed up and ready for transport

 

 

A quite cheap but effective way to get your armor to and from places

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Almost forgot to add this item for my first troop, knew there was a reason I made my TD end caps removeable LOL

 

[TK Keith[TK]]

I use a 45 gallon tub with the armor stored exactly as you do. However my helmet is in the tub with the armor. I like your set up because with mine, things are a bit tight. Maybe I will try a suitcase and just carry the helmet separately. Another benefit of your method is that the suitcase will be easier to lug around than the plastic storage tub.

[bjsavage7[TK]]

Thats basically how I pack my armor, except it all goes in one bin. It always reminds me of packing a drum set. lol.

[svache[501st]]

Here's how I have it.. just noticed my boots are not in the tub, they're normally upside down in the corners on the viewer's left side of the tub:

 

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[TK bondservnt[501st]]

i use a golf bag with wheels and a shoulder bag

[Solcar23[TK]]

The Stanley bins are the best! Everything, including boots, bucket, supplies, etc. fits perfectly with a little room to spare!

 

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AND you can get a sweet custom nametag for it on the Legion boards!

 

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[Otown]

Went to go buy a Stanley job box but found this sitting next to it:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-37-in-Mobile-Job-Box-209261/203668066#.Uhwe0su9KSM

It's a husky but exactly the same as the Stanley! Same size, wheeled, pull out handle and everything for $9 cheaper. Can carry up to 200 lbs.

[Dday[501st]]

Those big boxes are great, if you have a van, or other oversized transport and don't plan on taking anyone else with you in the vehicle

 

My stanley box took up the entire back of my SUV, so it was useless if I wanted to take anyone elses gear/ I decided on the suitcase and separate helmet bag and now I have a lot of room. I can carry my costume, one other costume similarly packed and clothing and other things for an entire weekend away from home.

[Strength]

SUPER helpful. I was wondering how i can transport the gear. I just happen to have a spare suitcase. Should work until i can get a sturdier container, post armor purchase.

 

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[bmth chris[TK]]

Extremely helpful!

 

 

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[Darth Atlast[501st]]

Thanks for this information. Definitely helps this newbie.


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