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Courant

Courant Cross Pro XL Gear Bag

A large Courant gear bag for hauling a full climbing kit to and from the job.

$160 Typical price. Retail prices change, so check today's price before you buy.
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  • Extra-large version of the Cross Pro bag
  • Room for a saddle, rope, and hardware
  • Keeps life-support gear away from fuel and tools
  • Made by Courant
  • Carries to the base of the tree

Climbing

The Courant Cross Pro XL is a big gear bag for climbers who want a saddle, rope, and hardware in one place on the way to the job. The XL size gives room for a full kit, so you are not digging through the truck for a missing carabiner at the base of the tree.

Why a dedicated gear bag matters

Climbing gear lives a hard life in the back of a truck, next to saws, fuel, and chipper parts. A dedicated bag keeps your saddle, ropes, and hardware away from bar oil and sharp edges and keeps everything together so you can set up quickly at the tree.

The XL version is aimed at climbers who carry a lot: a saddle, a climbing line, a lanyard, a few hitch cords, and a handful of carabiners and pulleys. Compare other gear bags if you want something smaller for a day kit.

A bag with a wide opening also makes it easier to see what is inside before you leave the shop, so a missing hitch cord or pulley gets noticed in the yard instead of at the top of the driveway. Clip-in points and a stiff base help it stand open on uneven ground.

Packing and care

Pack heavy items low and keep sharp hardware away from rope. Let wet gear dry out of the bag before storing it, since damp, closed bags speed up mildew and wear on textiles.

A good bag protects your gear, but it does not replace inspection. Check every piece of life-support equipment before each climb. Life-support gear must meet the applicable standard and the manufacturer's instructions, be inspected before every climb, and be used only by trained climbers working to ANSI Z133.