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.

Orange cordura nylon with handle.

Weighs 15 lbs (6.8 kg)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. 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: 2. 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.

Q: 3. 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: 4. How big is each pouch? Is it big enough to hold a water bladder that is 11.8" x 9.84" instead of sand?

A: You can use a water bladder with this empty sandbag.

Q: 5. Do these sandbags need to be lined with a plastic bag to prevent sand from leaking?

A: Not at all.

Q: 6. 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: 7. 40 / 5.000 Resultados de traduccin star_border hello, does this model use closures or velcro?

A: This Matthews Water Repellant Sandbag does not utilize closures or velcro.

Q: 8. How tall is this when draped over a leg? Will it touch the ground if set on a 5.5" tall leg of a roller stand?

A: Unfortunately, a measure of this type is not published for the Matthews 25 lbs Shot Bag, as it would greatly depend on the exact roller stand that it is being used with.

Q: 9. Does this bag comes with sand? LOL

A: No, they do not ship with sand.

Q: 10. Anytime I’ve bought an empty sandbag, it always leaks the sand under normal use. Will these leak?

A: The Impact Six Empty Saddle Sandbag Kit - 15 lb is made of a robust material, but I may suggest to place a Zip lock bag inside before you pour the sand in to prevent it from leaking.