| Feature |
Ross
Canister |
Ross
Sealed |
Canmore
Zip |
Canmore |
Bannatynne
Zip |
Bannatynne
Hide w/ Zip |
Shepherd
Hide w/ Zip |
Hide |
Sheepskin |
| Moisture Control |
Excellent** |
Good* |
Good* |
Good |
Good* |
Very Good |
Very Good |
Good |
Very Good |
| Watertrap |
No |
No - can be added |
No - can be added |
No - can be added |
Yes - 2 options available |
Yes - 2 options available |
Yes |
No - can be added |
No - can be added |
| Feel |
Stiff, Bulky, Heavy |
Stiff, Lightweight |
Soft, Lightweight |
Soft, Lightweight |
Stiff, Lightweight |
Stiff, Slightly Heavy |
Stiff, Slightly Heavy |
Stiff, Normal |
Stiff, Normal |
| Sizing |
SM, Extended SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE |
SM, MED, LARGE, XL |
SM, MED, LARGE, XL |
| Warranty |
1 year Limited |
1 year Limited |
2 year |
2 year |
1 year Limited |
1 year Limited |
1 year Limited |
90 days |
90 days |
| Expected Life |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
2-5 years |
1-2 years |
Ease of
Installation |
Easy |
Very Easy |
Easy, except chanter stock |
Easy, except chanter stock |
Easy, tie or clamp chanter |
Easy, tie or clamp chanter |
Easy, except chanter stock |
Required Practice |
Very Difficult |
| Instructions |
Very Good |
Very Good |
None |
None |
Vague |
Vague |
Good |
None |
None |
| Maintenance |
Air out, lubricate zip |
Air out |
Air out, lubricate zip |
Air out |
Air out, lubricate zip |
Air out, lubricate zip |
Air out, lubricate zip |
Must be seasoned |
Must be seasoned |
| Performance |
Very Good |
Good |
Very Good |
Good |
Very Good |
Very Good |
Good |
Very Good |
Very Good |
| Cost |
$$$ |
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$$$ |
$$ |
$$ |
$$$ |
$$$ |
$ |
$$$ |
Notes:
Approximate values: $ = $100-150, $$ = $150-200, $$$ = $200 plus
* In wet conditions, a tube watertrap is suggested for best results.
** Canister can be removed in dry climates.
"Expected life" - We believe bags should be replaced periodically regardless of condition for maximum efficiency and hygiene.
"Performance" - is variable depending on conditions, amount of use and the individual player. Adjustments can be made to each system to optimize the level of performance. Each bag type has characteristics that may be of greater importance under varying conditions and personal preference.
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