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#1 JTRacing

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Posted 27 December 2018 - 10:02 AM

What does everyone like to use for carrying two to three controllers if they’re traveling farther than just a local raceway? Currently I’ve got a small box from harbor freight, but I’m going to be having a controller upgraded to the new Difalco Genesis 2 soon so I’d like to carry the two together. What is everyone’s take on it? Please post pictures of what you use and where you got it from!


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 10:30 AM

I have found that a tablet sleeve, depending on size, will hold 1-2 controllers without issue. Your mileage and cost may vary. I have one that cost $1 up to some that are around $12. a 7" will hold a controller like a parma turbo. a 10" will hold a difalco or an external resistor controller. an 11-13" sleeve will hold 2 controllers.

 

I have since stopped using them since I got a box with an appropriately sized drawer.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 10:45 AM

I've used the Bucket Boss brand work bag for years. You can put your tools (dremel-light-tire cutter-power supply-extension cord) in the bottom layer and controllers on top. Very well made and they come in many sizes.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 10:46 AM

Check out the controller caddy from Ralph Thorne

 

http://ralphthornera...addy_p_114.html

 

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Trinity also had one that will for sure fit 2.  A lot of guys use it.  Saw this place has them.

 

https://www.speedyrc...ller-Carry-Bag-

 

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Posted 27 December 2018 - 11:28 AM

I can carry three in a camera bag purchased at Wal Mart. 


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 03:15 PM

I borrow my gf's makeup totes for each of my controllers and carry them all in a shopping bag.
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Posted 27 December 2018 - 03:30 PM

I second the Ralph Thorne bag. I bought one for all my local racers and everyone loves them. Very classy and the protection is great.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 03:57 PM

I got the above, all merged into one thread.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 05:46 PM

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Posted 27 December 2018 - 07:02 PM

he probably wants something specialized that holds each one in its place so they dont bang into each other and cause damage,if im right there are camera bags that would probably fit the bill especially if they are for multiple cameras,then they have deviders and some are padded,or you can take foam and cut to fit and make slots to slide into the foam each component.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 07:10 PM

aliexpress has amazing camera bags made for multiple cameras and lenses,and adjustible foam compartments,for around $10.free shipping.

 

amazons prices are 4 times the price.if interested ill post photos of some later.


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Posted 27 December 2018 - 11:12 PM

aliexpress has amazing camera bags made for multiple cameras and lenses,and adjustible foam compartments,for around $10.free shipping.
 
amazons prices are 4 times the price.if interested ill post photos of some later.


If you could post some pictures that would be great please! Thank you to all who replied here and on slot car race talk on fb! I’m going to look into some things now after seeing all the answers!


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Posted 28 December 2018 - 09:33 AM

The container store has a plastic case with foam padding in various sizes. They hold a controller securely.

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Posted 28 December 2018 - 01:08 PM

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Posted 29 December 2018 - 10:15 AM

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Posted 29 December 2018 - 11:17 AM

He they have shoulder holsters like James Bond, 1 on each shoulder,that 2.for the 3rd one make it into a necklas,lol.
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Posted 29 December 2018 - 11:42 AM

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Posted 29 December 2018 - 11:44 AM

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