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Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag

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This lightweight chalk bag with fleece liner provides easy and convenient storage of climbing chalk.

  • Measures 4.5 inches in diameter and 6 inches deep
  • Stiff, easy-access rim gives you convenient access to your chalk
  • Bag comes complete with its own nylon belt and tooth brush holder
  • Comes in assorted colors only; sorry, specific color requests cannot be accommodated

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Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Climbing
58 grams
Nylon/fleece
Weight
Material(s)

Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag Customer Reviews

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Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag
 
3.5

(based on 11 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Adequate capacity (10)
  • Easy to access chalk (10)
  • Lightweight (10)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Bouldering (11)
    • Climbing (10)
    • Outdoors (7)
    • Top roping (7)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (6), Avid climber (3), Getting started (3)

    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    3.0

    Fine for Indoor

    By MeriLeigh

    from Chevy Chase, MD

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Site Member

    Pros

    • Adequate Capacity
    • Brush Holder
    • Easy To Access Chalk
    • Lightweight
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bouldering
      • Climbing Gyms
      • Top Roping

      Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

      I have multiple chalk bags, but I use this one in the gym. Outdoor I use a bag made of a thicker material that can withstand a bit more abuse. I do think this is a cheaper construction than some of my other bags, but for in the gym it's not too bad. I don't think this one would hold up as well. I've been using mine for about two years or so and haven't had any problems. I climb at the gym at least once a week, so it sees at least weekly use. I haven't had a problem with spilling, but I use a chalk sock, so that probably helps. I'm not super rough on my equipment, but it does get thrown around and smashed into walls occasionally. The plastic hasn't broken, and overall the bag has held up well. I like that there is a brush holder, I use that to attach to my harness. I rarely use the belt (bouldering only), but I haven't had any problems with that either. Nothing to rave about, but also nothing to complain about.

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      4.0

      Good Bag

      By DanimalR

      from Bremerton, WA

      About Me Avid Climber

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adequate Capacity
      • Easy To Access Chalk
      • Lightweight
      • Soft

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Bouldering
        • Climbing Gyms

        Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

        This was my first chalk bag and even though I now use a bigger bag for outdoors I still grab this one for the gym or bouldering. Personally I don't like the belts that most chalk bags come with and with this bag the loops on the back meant for the belt to go though provide an excelt place for a carabiner. It is great for a sock or ball but loose chalk does tend to fall out. There was some concern by others as to the durability but I have been using this bag for 6 years and it is holding up like the day I bought it. Good bag for starting out.

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        4.0

        Good for beginners

        By Sir Campsalot

        from Grass Valley, CA

        About Me Getting Started

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        Site Member

        Pros

        • Adequate Capacity
        • Easy To Access Chalk
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Bouldering
          • Climbing Gyms

          Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

          This is my first chalk bag. I bought this one mainly because the price was right and I cant afford much. I use a chalk sock, so no problems with spilling, and I've found that it being a little less than stiff is nicer when falling off a boulder. All in all, may not be great for anyone advance, but pretty good for those starting out or on a budget. And you can always replace clips pretty cheap at any surplus store.

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          4.0

          good so far

          By RockFrog

          from Great Northwest

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Adequate Capacity
          • Easy To Access Chalk
          • Stays closed tightly

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Bouldering
            • Climbing Gyms
            • Outdoors
            • Top Roping

            Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

            This is my first chalk bag. It closes very tightly, so it hasn't leaked. I haven't had any problems with it yet, but the other reviews make me wonder how long it will last.

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            1.0

            You certainly get what you pay for

            By Sigs

            from Alexandria, VA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

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            Pros

            • Adequate Capacity
            • Inexpensive
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Belt clip is not sturdy
            • Poor quality

            Best Uses

            • Bouldering
            • Climbing Gyms
            • Outdoors
            • Top Roping

            Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

            After 8 months of consistent climbing, the plastic clamp on the drawstring broke. Based on the rest of the reviews, this is not an individual issue. In addition, I have had several instances where the belt clip becomes undone during climbs. Once the chalk bag even landed on my belayer's head! Fortunately, this was in an indoor 40 ft wall, not an outdoor 100 ft sport climb. Do yourself a favor and go for the higher quality bags.

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            5.0

            Perfect for all climbers!

            By CollegeCamper

            from Lakewood, CO

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

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            Site Member

            Pros

            • Adequate Capacity
            • Easy To Access Chalk
            • Lightweight
            • Stylish

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bouldering
              • Outdoors

              Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

              Great for the climber who knows that the expensive bags really don't offer that much more. It comes with the waistbelt for non-harnessed climbs. Has a brush holder. And is stylish

              When left un-tightened, it offers a little more chance for chalk spillage, but not much. Pulls and seals tight when moving from route to route to prevent any spills whatsoever.

              Great if you want to get a cheap one and keep it. Go for it!

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              3.0

              A bag for occasional use

              By Portland Ryan

              from Portland, OR

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

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              Site Member

              Pros

              • Easy To Access Chalk
              • Lightweight

              Cons

              • Chalk Spills Out

              Best Uses

              • Bouldering
              • Climbing Gyms

              Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

              Plastic part on drawstring broke after several weeks of almost daily use. I would recommend this bag for someone who goes climbing every once in a while. However, if you climb frequently get a better bag.

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              4.0

              Medicore bag

              By frog34

              from Pennsylvania

              About Me Getting Started

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Adequate Capacity
              • Easy To Access Chalk
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Bouldering
                • Climbing Gyms
                • Outdoors
                • Top Roping

                Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

                Nice chalk bag for the price. No issues with it at all except maybe it could be slightly larger. Economical bag.

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                2.0

                Get what you pay for

                By Gunther

                from Colorado Springs, CO

                About Me Avid Climber

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                Site Member

                Pros

                • Adequate Capacity
                • Easy To Access Chalk
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                • Chalk Spills Out

                Best Uses

                • Bouldering
                • Climbing Gyms
                • Outdoors
                • Top Roping

                Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

                This product sells for less than other chalk bags for a reason. It is made of cheap equipment. The plastic piece that connects the ends of the drawstring broke after three weeks of climbing and the friction adapter on the drawstring broke on the fourth week. It fits my hand well, but chalk spills out all the time when doing aggressive, dynamic moves. I prefer a stiffer chalk bag, but this one is flimsy and unable to stand on its own. I am definitely returning it to REI and getting a better one. Thank God for REI's good customer care.

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                5.0

                awsome

                By duke624

                from madera, CA

                About Me Casual/ Recreational, Competitive Climber, Getting Started

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Adequate Capacity
                • Easy To Access Chalk
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Bouldering
                  • Climbing Gyms
                  • Outdoors
                  • Top Roping

                  Comments about Mad Rock Koala Chalk Bag:

                  i love this clalk bag it fits my big hands and i hardly know its there until i need it

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