New Red Oxx Shoulder Strap
Aug 22, 2017, 6:04 pm
#16
Join Date: Aug 2007
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I think I would prefer the Optech strap as is. The Red Oxx buckle weighs a bit more, and I don't see a practical durability advantage. The Optech bag comes with metal clip hardware that look a lot like what is on my Brenthaven laptop bag. The Brenthaven bag has already survived ten years of weekday carry and no where near worn out though I did manage to wear a groove into each hook.
Sep 5, 2017, 10:52 am
#17
Join Date: Sep 2017
Posts: 2
Red Oxx New Shoulder Strap
Hello Fellow FlyerTalk Folks,
I can tell you first hand that there is not a scheduled release date for a new RO version of a S.O.S. Curve shoulder strap. We've been working on it for about a year now, getting hardware and final logistics set in place before it's release. This is in the pipeline, but just wanted to let everyone know that there is no set date as of yet. I do know first hand, as I'm an employee of the company and this is one of my projects. I'd like it to be released by now, but all good things come to those who wait. At least that's the saying anyhow. So stay tuned and check out redoxx.com, sign up for their newsletter for all the up to date information. Thanks for your time everyone and have a glorious day!
TheHerdsman86
I can tell you first hand that there is not a scheduled release date for a new RO version of a S.O.S. Curve shoulder strap. We've been working on it for about a year now, getting hardware and final logistics set in place before it's release. This is in the pipeline, but just wanted to let everyone know that there is no set date as of yet. I do know first hand, as I'm an employee of the company and this is one of my projects. I'd like it to be released by now, but all good things come to those who wait. At least that's the saying anyhow. So stay tuned and check out redoxx.com, sign up for their newsletter for all the up to date information. Thanks for your time everyone and have a glorious day!
TheHerdsman86
Sep 5, 2017, 11:42 am
#18
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SMF
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TheHerdsman86, welcome to FT!
Can you please confirm the release timeline of an Aviator refresh (with a different aspect ratio)? Is there any other detail you can share? The Aviator bag update was mentioned on a different thread here on FT.
Thank you.
Can you please confirm the release timeline of an Aviator refresh (with a different aspect ratio)? Is there any other detail you can share? The Aviator bag update was mentioned on a different thread here on FT.
Thank you.
Sep 5, 2017, 12:55 pm
#19
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Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: New York
Posts: 96
Hello Fellow FlyerTalk Folks,
I can tell you first hand that there is not a scheduled release date for a new RO version of a S.O.S. Curve shoulder strap. We've been working on it for about a year now, getting hardware and final logistics set in place before it's release. This is in the pipeline, but just wanted to let everyone know that there is no set date as of yet. I do know first hand, as I'm an employee of the company and this is one of my projects. I'd like it to be released by now, but all good things come to those who wait. At least that's the saying anyhow. So stay tuned and check out redoxx.com, sign up for their newsletter for all the up to date information. Thanks for your time everyone and have a glorious day!
TheHerdsman86
I can tell you first hand that there is not a scheduled release date for a new RO version of a S.O.S. Curve shoulder strap. We've been working on it for about a year now, getting hardware and final logistics set in place before it's release. This is in the pipeline, but just wanted to let everyone know that there is no set date as of yet. I do know first hand, as I'm an employee of the company and this is one of my projects. I'd like it to be released by now, but all good things come to those who wait. At least that's the saying anyhow. So stay tuned and check out redoxx.com, sign up for their newsletter for all the up to date information. Thanks for your time everyone and have a glorious day!
TheHerdsman86
Sep 6, 2017, 8:23 am
#20
Join Date: Sep 2017
Posts: 2
I think I would prefer the Optech strap as is. The Red Oxx buckle weighs a bit more, and I don't see a practical durability advantage. The Optech bag comes with metal clip hardware that look a lot like what is on my Brenthaven laptop bag. The Brenthaven bag has already survived ten years of weekday carry and no where near worn out though I did manage to wear a groove into each hook.
AnalogMan, thanks for the welcome to FT! The Aviator refresh is set to be launched the beginning of October from what I've been told. I'm not at liberty to share any additional details on it, but The Herd spoke and we listened. So keep yourself prepared for a great Aviator relaunch!
Skywalker505, although Jim may have said September was going to be the release date of the new shoulder strap, we're unfortunately still awaiting special hardware for it. So it is still in development at this point. I've been honing in on this for over a year now. They say all good things come to those that wait. It will be coming in the future, but after speaking with my production manager, we're still in limbo with it. Stay tuned for it's release and thanks for your feedback.
Sep 6, 2017, 1:38 pm
#21
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Location: New York
Posts: 96
AnalogMan, thanks for the welcome to FT! The Aviator refresh is set to be launched the beginning of October from what I've been told. I'm not at liberty to share any additional details on it, but The Herd spoke and we listened. So keep yourself prepared for a great Aviator relaunch!
Skywalker505, although Jim may have said September was going to be the release date of the new shoulder strap, we're unfortunately still awaiting special hardware for it. So it is still in development at this point. I've been honing in on this for over a year now. They say all good things come to those that wait. It will be coming in the future, but after speaking with my production manager, we're still in limbo with it. Stay tuned for it's release and thanks for your feedback.
Skywalker505, although Jim may have said September was going to be the release date of the new shoulder strap, we're unfortunately still awaiting special hardware for it. So it is still in development at this point. I've been honing in on this for over a year now. They say all good things come to those that wait. It will be coming in the future, but after speaking with my production manager, we're still in limbo with it. Stay tuned for it's release and thanks for your feedback.
Sep 27, 2017, 10:36 am
#22
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: DFW, Texas
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I may be interested in this. I appreciate the Air Boss for every type of trip, but the Claw can become a bit uncomfortable on long trips through the concourse (I'm looking at you, Charlotte, and that hike from terminal B to the far end of the E concourse to catch the commuter planes!!).
Oct 4, 2017, 9:10 pm
#23
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SMF
Programs: MR Platinum
Posts: 407
New Aviators are available
Hi Everyone,
I just noticed Red Oxx has a new website, and the new Aviators are available. The XS size seems exactly the same as before, except with addition of a D-ring on each side length-wise. Might be better for carrying, but I think I like D-rings being sewn onto the webbing for durability purposes.
All four bags now have different dimensions (previously XS and S were both 8"x11", and one is 15" while the other was 22", similarly M and L were both 14"x15" and had different lengths). In general it looks like a increase in height, and reduction in length, and in some cases reduction in width.
There is also only one picture for each bag, no close-ups so can't really tell how the D-ring is attached.
Price increased too, this is on top of the price increase I noticed about 5 months ago, so two price increases in a year. The D-ring may make the price increase justifiable.
I am glad to see the new design, but am happy with my previous versions, and somewhat glad I got them before they were discontinued and redesigned.
I just noticed Red Oxx has a new website, and the new Aviators are available. The XS size seems exactly the same as before, except with addition of a D-ring on each side length-wise. Might be better for carrying, but I think I like D-rings being sewn onto the webbing for durability purposes.
All four bags now have different dimensions (previously XS and S were both 8"x11", and one is 15" while the other was 22", similarly M and L were both 14"x15" and had different lengths). In general it looks like a increase in height, and reduction in length, and in some cases reduction in width.
There is also only one picture for each bag, no close-ups so can't really tell how the D-ring is attached.
Price increased too, this is on top of the price increase I noticed about 5 months ago, so two price increases in a year. The D-ring may make the price increase justifiable.
I am glad to see the new design, but am happy with my previous versions, and somewhat glad I got them before they were discontinued and redesigned.
Dec 26, 2017, 2:51 pm
#24
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 20
Hi Everyone,
I just noticed Red Oxx has a new website, and the new Aviators are available. The XS size seems exactly the same as before, except with addition of a D-ring on each side length-wise. Might be better for carrying, but I think I like D-rings being sewn onto the webbing for durability purposes.
All four bags now have different dimensions (previously XS and S were both 8"x11", and one is 15" while the other was 22", similarly M and L were both 14"x15" and had different lengths). In general it looks like a increase in height, and reduction in length, and in some cases reduction in width.
There is also only one picture for each bag, no close-ups so can't really tell how the D-ring is attached.
Price increased too, this is on top of the price increase I noticed about 5 months ago, so two price increases in a year. The D-ring may make the price increase justifiable.
I am glad to see the new design, but am happy with my previous versions, and somewhat glad I got them before they were discontinued and redesigned.
I just noticed Red Oxx has a new website, and the new Aviators are available. The XS size seems exactly the same as before, except with addition of a D-ring on each side length-wise. Might be better for carrying, but I think I like D-rings being sewn onto the webbing for durability purposes.
All four bags now have different dimensions (previously XS and S were both 8"x11", and one is 15" while the other was 22", similarly M and L were both 14"x15" and had different lengths). In general it looks like a increase in height, and reduction in length, and in some cases reduction in width.
There is also only one picture for each bag, no close-ups so can't really tell how the D-ring is attached.
Price increased too, this is on top of the price increase I noticed about 5 months ago, so two price increases in a year. The D-ring may make the price increase justifiable.
I am glad to see the new design, but am happy with my previous versions, and somewhat glad I got them before they were discontinued and redesigned.
If ROX wants to really become more "modern" (not saying they need to but it seems like they are making gestures) they should start exploring the new materials that have come out recently, XPAC, Dyneema, Cuben, start to go deep with lightweight. Just my thoughts.
Jan 5, 2018, 8:30 pm
#25
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: SYD
Programs: QF
Posts: 490
Wow, just checked on the new ROX site based on AnalogMan's point. Can't believe they are charging more *again* for the XS, and yes I too am glad I purchased my aviator bags before. Looks like they also got rid of the awesome mesh aviator bag which is really mindblowing, since it is a perfect gym and beach bag. Crazy.
If ROX wants to really become more "modern" (not saying they need to but it seems like they are making gestures) they should start exploring the new materials that have come out recently, XPAC, Dyneema, Cuben, start to go deep with lightweight. Just my thoughts.
If ROX wants to really become more "modern" (not saying they need to but it seems like they are making gestures) they should start exploring the new materials that have come out recently, XPAC, Dyneema, Cuben, start to go deep with lightweight. Just my thoughts.
Jan 31, 2018, 2:03 pm
#26
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 30
New Red Oxx Long Hauler Strap
I am privileged to be the first customer to receive Red Oxx’s new Long Hauler padded shoulder strap with my new Air Boss. First impressions are entirely positive It has a well designed curved stretchy shoulder pad which fits perfectly The strap is extremely well made and very robust with all of Rd Oxx’s legendary attention to detail, and it is completely indestructible I can’t wait to try it on a three week trip to Indiacand Sri Lanka.
Feb 1, 2018, 6:31 pm
#27
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SMF
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Posts: 407
I am privileged to be the first customer to receive Red Oxx’s new Long Hauler padded shoulder strap with my new Air Boss. First impressions are entirely positive It has a well designed curved stretchy shoulder pad which fits perfectly The strap is extremely well made and very robust with all of Rd Oxx’s legendary attention to detail, and it is completely indestructible I can’t wait to try it on a three week trip to Indiacand Sri Lanka.