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Author: Helena
Date: 2019-07-20 07:23
Hi,
I'm looking at purchasing a backpack double clarinet case, and I'm wondering if there is any significant difference between the BAM cases and the Protec Slimline cases? It would be to help with commute to and from university, and occasionally I would wear it as a backpack while riding my bike most likely. I'm wondering if the price difference between the two is worth it? Or if there are any other backpack double cases that you recommend!
Cheers!
Helena
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Author: Erez Katz
Date: 2019-07-20 11:27
I have an older BAM double trekking case. It is very bulky, lots of padding around the instrument which is good for both physical and temperature protection. As a backpack with both shoulder straps I find it uncomfortable for my size (6'). I walked with it once for 15 minutes and hated it.
On your back while riding a bicycle I think it is too bulky. I never liked riding a bike with a heavy backpack because it puts the weight center too high, and as a teenager that used a bicycle all the time, I had my clarinet strapped to a rear rack in a very rugged case.
But that is a subjective assessment and only you can tell what works for you.
There are 2-3 offerings for double cases, mass produced. I'd order all the options from a retailer with a good return policy and keep the one that works best.
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Author: m1964
Date: 2019-07-21 18:23
Erez Katz wrote:
>...
> On your back while riding a bicycle I think it is too bulky. I
> never liked riding a bike with a heavy backpack because it puts
> the weight center too high, and as a teenager that used a
> bicycle all the time, I had my clarinet strapped to a rear rack
> in a very rugged case...
Makes sense- rack with some leather straps may be the best option, esp. in the summer when you do not want to sweat carrying a backpack.
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Author: frenchbow44
Date: 2019-07-25 07:07
Hi! I have an Jacob Winter "Eastman" fiberglass double case that I use as a backpack. Unfortunately they stopped making them, but I am pretty sure that North Country Winds has a black and a white one still available at a very discounted price if you want to check it out. Miles (the owner) will answer any questions you have and has great customer service.
https://www.northcountrywinds.com/collections/cases/products/eastman-fiberglass-double-clarinet-case?variant=17856861044809
Attached is the link
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Author: larryb
Date: 2019-08-07 06:19
I find the Marcus Bona double case to be comfortable on my back while biking. I generally don't like to use backpacks of any kind when biking, preferring a pair of Ortlieb panniers. But I do carry the clarinet case on my back for the extra shock absorption (ie: my body) while biking on potholed New York City streets. For those occasions when I also need a C clarinet, I'll put that case in the pannier. If I need to bring the basset horn, I walk/take the subway.
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Author: Carmelo
Date: 2019-08-07 16:34
Hi you may want to look at a company from England called Reed and Squeak. They make fine cases at reasonable prices. I purchased their case for single clarinet and could bot be happier. http://reedandsqueakcases.com/
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