Flashpoint Empty Saddle Sandbag, Cordura Nylon, 18 lb Capacity, Yellow & Black Stripes

Empty saddle sandbag for light stands

The Flashpoint sandbag is a saddle-style counterweight made from water-resistant Cordura nylon with yellow and black stripes. It ships empty so you can transport it light and fill it on site with sand, gravel or other ballast. The bag drapes over light-stand legs, boom arms or background supports to stop accidental tipping during shoots. Photographers and videographers who need a portable, reusable anchor will find it fits straight into a location kit.

Capacity and closure

The bag holds up to 18 lb of fill material, while the manufacturer highlights note a practical fill weight of 15 lb. A double zipper runs the length of the opening, letting you add or remove ballast quickly and keeping the contents sealed during moves. Two reinforced handles give a secure grip when positioning the bag on a stand or carrying it between setups.

Durability and handling

Cordura nylon resists water and abrasion, so the bag survives damp floors, dusty ground and repeated packing without tearing. Because it arrives empty, there is no heavy dead weight to lug to location; you simply fill it when you arrive and empty it before you leave. The saddle shape distributes the load evenly across the stand legs, keeping the centre of gravity low and the rig stable throughout the session.