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Orange Cordura nylon saddle sandbag with double zipper and two handles

Flashpoint Brand

Flashpoint Empty Saddle Sandbag 5 lb Orange

SKU CH-Q6V4-VXKJF

Water-resistant Cordura nylon saddle sandbag holds up to 5 lbs of fill to stabilise light stands, tripods and booms indoors or out

  • Stabilises stands and booms with water-resistant Cordura nylon
  • Holds up to 5 lb (2.3 kg) of sand or alternative fill
  • Double-zipper closure keeps contents secure during transport and use
  • Two sturdy handles allow confident carrying and positioning
  • Saddle design fits light stands, boom arms and backgrounds

Enhanced Stability

The Flashpoint Empty Saddle Sandbag is a water-resistant Cordura nylon weight bag designed to stabilise light stands, tripods and boom arms. Photographers and videographers working indoors or on location use it to prevent equipment from tipping during shoots.

5 lb Capacity and Headroom

The bag safely holds up to 5 lb (2.3 kg) of sand, soil, rocks or similar fill material, providing a reliable counterweight for most lighting rigs. When fully loaded it reaches its rated limit, so heavier setups will require additional bags or alternative anchoring methods.

Practical Limits of the Saddle Design

The saddle-style construction drapes over a stand leg or boom arm, which limits its use to equipment with suitable mounting points. The double-zipper closure keeps fill secure during transport, but the bag cannot be used as a freestanding weight or attached to gear lacking a compatible saddle profile.

Highlights

  • Stabilises stands and booms with water-resistant Cordura nylon
  • Holds up to 5 lb (2.3 kg) of sand or alternative fill
  • Double-zipper closure keeps contents secure during transport and use
  • Two sturdy handles allow confident carrying and positioning
  • Saddle design fits light stands, boom arms and backgrounds

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 5 lb capacity saddle sandbag stay in place on my older light stands with narrower legs?

The saddle-style design wraps over the legs of light stands, boom arms, and backgrounds, so it works with a wide range of leg widths and profiles.

How can I confirm the double zipper closure is sealing properly after I fill it?

Close both zippers fully and press on the bag; no sand or filler should escape, and the handles should lift the loaded weight without the seams stressing.

Does the box include sand or filler material, or do I need to supply my own?

The sandbag ships empty; you provide up to 5 lb (2.3 kg) of sand, soil, rocks, or other dense filler.

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