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Hi-
I see that GARD is making their tuba 'wheelie gig bags' for 3/4, 4/4 & 5/4 (really 6/4) tubas now. I know the bell is at the bottom of the bag, but I am curious to try one and order one to check out. I know WWBW lists them all but they are pre order for 2012 ( and since they are going out in 2011), why bother.
Does anyone know who might have a particular model IN STOCK? I would order one just to check it out. If you hear if any at a store, email me at: jonestuba@Juno.com" target="_blank. Thanks!
PS. If anyone owns one and is looking to sell theirs, I'd be interested too-email with siE, model type, & price. Thanks.

Eeeeee. I'd be really afraid to be wheeling around a tuba in the bell down position.

Tony-
I am not delighted with their idea either, but would like to try it and check it out.
Mark
PS. Or...get one and have the Chinese correctly (bell up) clone it......

I've been wanting a wheeling gig bag for some time; it seems like a really simple idea to me. No way, I'd put a 20-30 pound tuba in a case, bell down, then wheel it. One bump over a curb, or down a stair and the bell is wrinkle city. ARE YOU LISTENING, GARD?!?

+1!!!!!

mark