Cleaning the soft bags

eJM · 07-27-2008, 04:00 AM

I have this handlebar bag:

Can anyone tell me what I could use on it to clean and dress it? The corners are a little fuzzy, so I guess I could use an old beard trimmer to clean that up some. But how would I get the material to look newer/blacker?

Hot August Nights is coming up in Reno soon and I'd like my Segway to look as nice as possible. I'm hoping to be sporting some new rims and tires (I'll show you pics when they come - you'll be envious) and maybe some other bling. But the bag would be a terrible distraction if I don't clean it up.

Thanks,

Jim

Bill Seright · 07-27-2008, 04:02 AM

Nice wheels/rims!

Thanks,

Bill S.

eJM · 07-27-2008, 04:29 AM

Thanks, Bill. Those aren't the ones I was referring to though. In fact, those are the stock wheels and tires for an i180, but I added some nice hubcaps. I have since converted the Seg to an XT, but I wanted some cooler wheels and not so aggressive tires. They are on the way.

Anyway, I did some more searching and found this info from none other than the "Hints from Heloise" lady: How To Clean Filthy Backpacks. I think it answers my question nicely.

R'gards,

Jim

jgbackes · 07-27-2008, 11:33 AM

I have two bags, one for show and one for daily use. You can get a "show" bag pretty cheaply on e-bay or from one of the many friendly dealers here on SC.

wwhopper · 07-27-2008, 11:43 AM

will clean them up, and I think you are on to something with the shaver.

But picking up an extra bag for going out, is not a bad idea. Just remember to have all the same basic things in each of them. Nothing worse than not having your wrenchs in one and your lip balm in the other, and needing them when you have the wrong bag on.

I think that is the reason guys don't carry purses. ;-)

BarryT · 07-28-2008, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by wwhopper

I think that is the reason guys don't carry purses. ;-)

Except on the handlebars of their Segways, and even then they aren't called purses, they're called portable tool bags.

cmonkey · 07-28-2008, 04:49 PM

The loose threads, and fuzz that get roughed up by all the velcro and other abrasions (leaning against a wall) are easily cleaned up with lighter.

For example the little net pocket on the gen one bag was getting pretty ratty, so I ran a flame by all the fuzzies. They curled up nicely, and the bit of melting that occurs, helps stop further fuzzies.

07-27-2008, 04:00 AM	#1
eJM Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: teh Ether Posts: 559	Cleaning the soft bags I have this handlebar bag: Can anyone tell me what I could use on it to clean and dress it? The corners are a little fuzzy, so I guess I could use an old beard trimmer to clean that up some. But how would I get the material to look newer/blacker? Hot August Nights is coming up in Reno soon and I'd like my Segway to look as nice as possible. I'm hoping to be sporting some new rims and tires (I'll show you pics when they come - you'll be envious) and maybe some other bling. But the bag would be a terrible distraction if I don't clean it up. Thanks, Jim

07-27-2008, 11:33 AM	#4
jgbackes Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Jose, CA - USA Posts: 1,314	I have two bags, one for show and one for daily use. You can get a "show" bag pretty cheaply on e-bay or from one of the many friendly dealers here on SC. __________________ sǝʞɔɐq ɟɟǝɾ If I had known I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

07-27-2008, 11:43 AM	#5
wwhopper Advanced Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Washington, DC, USA. Posts: 4,894	Warm soapy water and a scrub brush will clean them up, and I think you are on to something with the shaver. But picking up an extra bag for going out, is not a bad idea. Just remember to have all the same basic things in each of them. Nothing worse than not having your wrenchs in one and your lip balm in the other, and needing them when you have the wrong bag on. I think that is the reason guys don't carry purses. ;-) __________________ Will W Hopper DCSEG Washington, DC, U.S.A.

07-28-2008, 04:49 PM	#7
cmonkey Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Orange, CA, USA. Posts: 1,064	'cleaning up the fringe' The loose threads, and fuzz that get roughed up by all the velcro and other abrasions (leaning against a wall) are easily cleaned up with lighter. For example the little net pocket on the gen one bag was getting pretty ratty, so I ran a flame by all the fuzzies. They curled up nicely, and the bit of melting that occurs, helps stop further fuzzies. __________________ Charriot of Fur - Onward!

07-27-2008, 04:02 AM	#2
Bill Seright Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lawrenceville, Georgia Posts: 114	Nice wheels/rims! Thanks, Bill S.

07-27-2008, 04:29 AM	#3
eJM Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: teh Ether Posts: 559	Thanks, Bill. Those aren't the ones I was referring to though. In fact, those are the stock wheels and tires for an i180, but I added some nice hubcaps. I have since converted the Seg to an XT, but I wanted some cooler wheels and not so aggressive tires. They are on the way. Anyway, I did some more searching and found this info from none other than the "Hints from Heloise" lady: How To Clean Filthy Backpacks. I think it answers my question nicely. R'gards, Jim

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