Marsupial belt clone

[WoodBow]

I started this project almost a year ago. It got buried in the closet as my priorities shifted. I really like the modular system that marsupial has developed. They have mainly leaned into the bird hunting side of its potential applications. Im primarily a whitetail guy. I also use fanny packs a ton. I like the idea of a modular fanny pack that i can build custom pockets/bags/attachments for to suit my needs. I also like that i can pretty simply attach the system to a treestand. It is still in the works. Just wanted to share since the diy page has been slow lately.

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[doncarpenter]

Really well done bud. That edge binding is top notch. That stuff can be really challenging, especially the outside turns in my experience.

What kind of foam did you use? 1/4"? I'm looking at making some suspension components this winter, similar to Kifaru omni belt.

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[WoodBow]

Really well done bud. That edge binding is top notch. That stuff can be really challenging, especially the outside turns in my experience.

What kind of foam did you use? 1/4"? I'm looking at making some suspension components this winter, similar to Kifaru omni belt.

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Thanks man. I hate edge binding with a passion. Those tighter outside radiuses are definitely a problem. I still haven't gotten acceptable results with a binder attachment. I just lay it all out with a bunch of binder clips by hand. Edge binding is by far the lowest point of craftsmanship on any project i do. I have a singer 111w153 that i need to setup as a dedicated binding machine. I don't use it anymore because it does not have reverse.

Yea it is 1/4 inch foam. EVA maybe? I bought it in a large sheet at joanns a couple of years ago and it was marketed as cosplay foam. It has worked well for my various applications, including lifting belts.

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[Kleos]

First of all that looks incredible!

Second, I can not believe that you posted this. Just yesterday I was looking at this design and was going to try and figure out how to make it myself. Thanks to you the project will be a little easier.

Cheers for the share!

PS.

I am very new to sewing but its actually been a blast to learn. It's the first time in my life I can say I wish I studied harder in math class. Anyways, I see your drawings. How do you use the drawing to transfer to the cutting of the fabric and sewing portion? I worded that horribly.

 

[doncarpenter]

Thanks man. I hate edge binding with a passion. Those tighter outside radiuses are definitely a problem. I still haven't gotten acceptable results with a binder attachment. I just lay it all out with a bunch of binder clips by hand. Edge binding is by far the lowest point of craftsmanship on any project i do. I have a singer 111w153 that i need to setup as a dedicated binding machine. I don't use it anymore because it does not have reverse.

Yea it is 1/4 inch foam. EVA maybe? I bought it in a large sheet at joanns a couple of years ago and it was marketed as cosplay foam. It has worked well for my various applications, including lifting belts.

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Ok, I think I bought the same foam, I'm pretty sure it said cosplay foam. I just bought a Juki DU-1181N, I'm going to find an edge binding attachment and see how it does. I haven't had much time to mess with the machine yet but I'm super happy so far.

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[Kleos]

Ok, I think I bought the same foam, I'm pretty sure it said cosplay foam. I just bought a Juki DU-1181N, I'm going to find an edge binding attachment and see how it does. I haven't had much time to mess with the machine yet but I'm super happy so far.

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You went straight to industrial. I like it.

 

[WoodBow]

Years ago when i got into sewing gear, i mainly did it because i wanted gear that i could not afford, such as high end frames and bags. Before long i had more invested in a good machine that what a very nice pack would cost lol. But i will also have that machine forever and it will continue to produce whatever i need.

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[doncarpenter]

Years ago when i got into sewing gear, i mainly did it because i wanted gear that i could not afford, such as high end frames and bags. Before long i had more invested in a good machine that what a very nice pack would cost lol. But i will also have that machine forever and it will continue to produce whatever i need.

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Same here. I just enjoy making my own stuff. I got tired of having to modify my designs because my machines couldn't punch through the materials I wanted it to.

Sorry for high jacking the thread. I agree though, the diy section has been a little slow lately.

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[WoodBow]

Same here. I just enjoy making my own stuff. I got tired of having to modify my designs because my machines couldn't punch through the materials I wanted it to.

Sorry for high jacking the thread. I agree though, the diy section has been a little slow lately.

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Just slow because everyone is in the woods, which is excellent! I really enjoy piddling around with some project when i have time. Extends the season and lets you do hunting stuff when stuck at home.

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[WoodBow]

Made the first pouch to go on this. I would have made 2 at the same time but i wanted to make sure my pattern dimensions were good first. And apparently i need to order more zipper tape. Nothing fancy. Stretch webbing on bottom to stow a saw or whatever.

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[doncarpenter]

Made the first pouch to go on this. I would have made 2 at the same time but i wanted to make sure my pattern dimensions were good first. And apparently i need to order more zipper tape. Nothing fancy. Stretch webbing on bottom to stow a saw or whatever.

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Excellent work again my friend. Is it easy to open on handed?

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[WoodBow]

Excellent work again my friend. Is it easy to open on handed?

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Yea it works well one handed, likely due to being fairly rigid. I wanted it to have some structure so it is not so floppy. Initially i planned to put some foam of some kind into it, but ultimately i decided to just try a heavier liner fabric and see how that worked. I was using fabric i had on hand for this and it was a bit of a trial run to test my pattern. Outside is 1000d. Inside is 500d. My stitch lines aren't perfect. My 1 year old was doing his best to "help" me.

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[Kleos]

Made the first pouch to go on this. I would have made 2 at the same time but i wanted to make sure my pattern dimensions were good first. And apparently i need to order more zipper tape. Nothing fancy. Stretch webbing on bottom to stow a saw or whatever.

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Your work is phenomonal.

 

[WoodBow]

I took this belt for its first outing on saturday evening for a whitetail sit. I love it already, even though it only has one pouch on it. I think I will primarily run it with just a hip pouch on each side and the back open. I used a 24" flexible gear tie to attach my bibs and jacket to the back. Carrying extra layers has always been a problem for me. I don't like taking a backpack that is big enough. Then you have zipper noise and you are digging stuff out of the bottom. The gear tie is dead silent and I can stack layers on there, so they can be selected without digging around. I can also attach rattling antlers. Carrying those has always been a pain for me. I will definitely still make a large rear pouch for stuff like scouting and carrying a bunch of trail cameras, but I am digging it as is for now.

 

[WoodBow]

Update on this. I finally bought the marsupial bird vest attachment and have put it through some heavy use in the 2 or 3 weeks I have had it. It is exactly what I wanted.

Carrying the doe out, gutted but whole, was not much fun. Awkward load and the legs kept hanging on brush. I did heavy deadlift the day before and it felt like it. I quartered the buck. Head and quarters were 61 lbs. Walk out was about a mile. It was a piece of cake.

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