Matthews Sandbags come in a variety of shapes and weights. They are used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. Many have handles, for hanging on hooks or risers. Some have two wings, to allow draping over light stand legs.
Most are cordura nylon, some are vinyl covered and waterproof.
Some models of sandbags are shipped empty, for convenience and economy. They can be filled with sand, or any type of weight you provide, and emptied for storage, or transport.

The cordura is made out of flame and stain-resistant nylon.

Matthews employs an additional inner liner of waterproof material in each sandbag to add a heightened degree of durability and safety.

This sandbag is supplied empty; it weighs 35 lbs (16 kg) when filled with sand.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do they sell these in black anywhere?

A: Unfortunately, these bags do not come in black.

Q: 2. Any issues with durability of the sandbag?

A: I have not heard of any issues or complaints concerning the build quality or durability of the Matthews Water Repellant Sandbag - 25 lb.

Q: 3. Are these sandbags filled?

A: Yes, the Matthews Cordura Sandbag - Black - 25 lb are shipped filled. The sandbags are drop shipped directly from Matthews.

Q: 4. How durable are these bags? I've had bags break upon a gentle toss. Will these sandbags withstand a toss on a stage?

A: The Impact empty saddle sandbags are made of durable, water and weather-resistant Cordura nylon. This rugged bag features both a double-zipper design and a very strong webbed Cordura handle. They can handle some rough use for sure. That said any heavy, filled, stitched bag if thrown with enough force could break at a seam if you are too rough with them.

Q: 5. Would there be a reason I wouldn't want water repellent sand bags? The nonwater repellent sand bags are only $2 cheaper... wish I could get the water repellent ones in black but other than that is there any other reasoning?

A: If you will always be working away from water, such as in a studio environment, then the non-water repellent sand bags would be fine. However, it doesn't hurt that extra sense of security in case the bags happen to get wet,

Q: 6. Is this bag shipped full or empty?

A: The sandbag is shipped full.

Q: 7. Can these be filled with shot instead of sand?

A: Yes. The Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - (15 lb Capacity, Orange), B&H # IMSBEO15, is an empty sandbag which you can fill with whatever ballast you prefer, whether it be available sand, dirt, or rocks, or shot, etc.

Q: 8. What's the measurements please?

A: The Impact Empty Saddle (18 lb) measures 17.5 on the long side, and the short side is 11.

Q: 9. Currently, is this bag shipped full or empty?

A: Yes, the Matthews Water Repellant Sandbag - 35 lb is shipped with 35 lbs. of sand. The package weight total would be 36.8 lbs.

Q: 10. Does this bag have the option of shipping empty? I live in another country so if shipped filled it will cost me twice the cost of the bag just to pay for the shipping.

A: You can purchase the bag empty using 299700E-1 as a part number.