What do you use to carry your guitar stands to your gigs?

[Galo]

Some of the stands are real bulky!!! Show some ideas.
Just wondering.

[Phil M]

If I bother to bring one, I use my hands.

[michaelvincent]

I have a guitar stand stand for that.

[Dave Orban]

Hands. Same as what I use to carry everything else. LOL!

[andyland6]

I've got a Coffin Case. It's cheaply built, but no need for stands.

[neastguy]

i used to put it in my pedal pad.. my stand is so small that its not an issue

[andyland6]

An empty 4x12 would be a good stand box....along with cords, etc.

A straight one, with no baffle holes.

[bluesjunior]

You can be the biggest star out there have a guitar tech, an amp tech and a personal gofer but until you employ a guitar stand carrier you are nobody!!!.:drinkhttp://www.thegearpage.net/board/images/icons/icon10.gif:RoCkIn

[mprvise]

Small stands only - either in the Pedaltrain hard case or hooked to the back pack that carries the incidental essentials.

[Tone_Terrific]

I use a couple of little foldable stands that fit in my utility sack.
the large ones a nuisance but unquestionably more sturdy.

[Deacon]

Another vote for hands ... but sometimes armpit if I'm trying to multitask. :AOK

[mcknigs]

Interesting question. I've found guitar stands to be a problem when figuring out how to pack and carry gear to gigs. One solution I found was to get guitar stands that specifically fit my playing situation and what I was already carrying gear in.

I started out using these:

http://www.samash.com/wcsstore/root/Items/IP_Q/QGS438XXX_ip.jpg

...but found them bulky and heavy to pack and carry. Plus, whenever I tried to do a quick change between songs I'd pick up a guitar only to find that the strap had gotten under the holder hooks, so that I was picking up the stand with the guitar.

I switched to using some that are similar to this:

http://www.samash.com/wcsstore/root/Items/IP_R/RRS20820X_ip.jpg

They fold flat. I had a gig suitcase that carried a pedal board on the bottom, then cables, then the stands. Those stands were ideal for my situation at the time (fast switches of electric guitars in a cramped space). Nowadays I don't have need for that kind of stand. Plus most of the time I don't need a suitcase full of gear and have no place to keep the suitcase during shows. I play acoustic so I use can get by with a mini acoustic stand like this:

http://www.samash.com/wcsstore/root/Items/IP_F/F1812000X_ip.jpg

The mini stand folds up and rides in the front pocket of my acoustic guitar gig backpack. On my occasional gigs with electric or bass guitar I usually go standless.

-Scott

[Goldie295]

I have a Fender tweed briefcase. The Quicklock fits in there around my pedals and leads etc.
Cheers,
Phil

[John Thigpen]

I use a Gator Pedalboard where the lid flips over to hold three guitars.

John

[Roark]

Army - Navy duffle bags for stands, drummer uses the heavy canvas ones.

[seiko]

No stands, spare guitar gets lent on a chair or the wall.

[nnick]

We put our guitar stands in our drummer's hardware road case.

[tedzepplin]

I use this:

www.guitarholder.com

When I'm not using it, it velcros out of the way inside my combo.

[JohnSS]

I use the RKS Gig stand, which folds extremely flat and conveniently into a gig bag. The Shubb Talon is similar in design and equally compact, thought the RKS has a higher back for accomodating a bass with a longer neck.

[JoeB63]

I use this:

www.guitarholder.com (http://www.guitarholder.com)

When I'm not using it, it velcros out of the way inside my combo.

This is cool.

[kludge]

Roadies.

[Cottage]

I've often wondered if one might adapt a standard pedal board case with some folding dividers in the cover that could hold a couple of electrics when folded out. I'm talking about the top cover part with the foam in to protect the pedals.

[Nick67]

I have the "Hercules" self gripping stand, which is just one piece. I either put it in my band leaders stand bag or I just carry it loose with my mic stand. That thing is built like a brick s**t house!!!

[GCDEF]

I switched to using some that are similar to this:

http://www.samash.com/wcsstore/root/Items/IP_R/RRS20820X_ip.jpg


-Scott

That's what I use. They weigh pretty much nothing and folded they take up almost no space. Small and light is a major consideration for my gigging gear.

[Tripower455]

http://tripower455.freeservers.com/chaostrailer2.jpg

It goes in here........ with the rest of the stuff!

[stratocat63]

I use a Gator Pedalboard where the lid flips over to hold three guitars.

John

Must be an SC thing, I have the 3 thin + 1 acoustic/archtop slots, + keep a Hercules foldup underneath the pedal board for an extra big body guitar if needed. I hate carrying and packing guitar stands.

[P90Nut]

I agree with this!

Hands. Same as what I use to carry everything else. LOL!

[tedzepplin]

This is cool.

I think so too.

[DiazDude]

First my truck then my hands.

Seriously..it's a padded tubular stand that folds..holds 5 guitars.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d136/diazdude/9a26c0bec8c39fb710f2e3fb68946486.jpg

[Crikey]

I use a Gator Pedalboard where the lid flips over to hold three guitars.

John

Thanks for mentioning that. I'll check it out.

I'm using a duffle bag, which also holds guitar, mic, and AC power cables, extra mics, direct box, extra batteries, and, umm, and :o , a music stand.


Crikey

[shane88]

You can be the biggest star out there have a guitar tech, an amp tech and a personal gofer but until you employ a guitar stand carrier you are nobody!!!.:drinkhttp://www.thegearpage.net/board/images/icons/icon10.gif:RoCkIn

i'll drink to that :drink

[Galo]

very informative so far and great ideas...but, the big ones that hold the 5 guitars...that seams to be a trip from the car to the club all by itself....
What a pain these things are

[Frethog]

Milk Crate!

[phatster]

I use a DIY "stagehand"......here is how to:You will find a stiff foam "board" at your local gardening center{probably @ Wmart as well}which is used to cushion your knees when working the soil/planting.Essentially make appropriate cut for your guitar neck...I size the width so I can slide it under the amp handle.Never had any problem...very lite and goes into back of amp or guitar bag for extra protection!

[stratotonedude]

I do not use stands on gigs. When I go on break my guitar goes in the case.

[James]

I have one of those Fender 3-guitar briefcase stands. I really like those because they protect the guitars well from all sides, won't tip over easily like some stands and transport easily (you carry it just like a briefcase.)

Other options:

I have a couple Ultimate-brand guitar stands that fold up (no removable pieces) and I sometimes put those in my On Stage Stands mic stand bags. On Stage Stands makes mic stand bags and speaker stand bags in a few different sizes. You could use those.

I also carry them in duffle bags. Thrift stores can be great for finding cases, luggage, laptop bags (which can double as pedalboard bags) and the like.

[JMPRO]

I like this one. It folds flat, set up is fast and you can just throw it away when the gigs over. No need to repack it.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y232/JMPRO/MVC-248S.jpg

[Structo]

I like the Ultimate stand, it folds very compact and is safe for nitro.

After having somebody trip over a cord and face plant one of my strats I looked for a better alternative.
The Ultimate GS-100 works great for me, it is very stable.
This folds up to about 12" long and goes in my bag with the other junk.

http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/9/8/9/260989.jpg

[Ed DeGenaro]

i use a guitar boat in a case...was like 120 bucks and holds 5, with some rigging...7 geetars
http://a484.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/103/l_ee0091cf986b10d99a495a67c9e053e3.jpg

[unvs]

For flying gigs, I fold one of those small Hercules stands into each guitar's flightcase. The flightcase has a cutout which fits the stand perfectly.

For all other gigs I've got one almost like Ed's over here. Fits 4 electrics and one acoustic.

[Pa'ani]

I have a Duffle type bag with wheels and a handle, it holds all my Ultimate Guitar stands(3), a mini mic stand with a boom for micing my amps.
Assorted Guitar, mic and speaker cables also powerstrips and extension cords.
MY most important piece of gear is a great pair of leather gloves to protect my hands...

[BBSuggs]

This is my preference too. I carry 2 of them, as well as a small folding amp stand that leans the combo back nicely. I put them all, as well as numerous other things that I may never use until I don't bring them, in a larger canvas tool bag available at Lowes. They're well constructed, and capable of holding a great deal of gear.

I can fit all of my gear on a collapsible 4-wheel dolly. Played a recent gig where the walk from the loading dock to the stage was 15 minutes, to include elevators down, then up again (Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine, TX).

I like the Ultimate stand, it folds very compact and is safe for nitro.

After having somebody trip over a cord and face plant one of my strats I looked for a better alternative.
The Ultimate GS-100 works great for me, it is very stable.
This folds up to about 12" long and goes in my bag with the other junk.

http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/9/8/9/260989.jpg

[Galo]

After reading your ideas I came to my own conclusion according to my needs. I will get one or these.
http://www.armynavyshop.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/8137.jpg
I have 2 Hercules stands and an acoustic guitar stand plus other stuff.
Thanks for the ideas guys.http://www.herculesstands.com/Images/guitar/GS464BMain.jpghttp://www.musicstandsalone.com/files/1561657/uploaded/Gracie%20electric%20large.jpg

[prsnstrat]

First my truck then my hands.

Seriously..it's a padded tubular stand that folds..holds 5 guitars.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d136/diazdude/9a26c0bec8c39fb710f2e3fb68946486.jpg


+1. Works great for me too.

[franksguitar]

I use the folding portable Fender stands in a small draw string bags that fit in my gig bag

[Cottage]

I use the folding portable Fender stands in a small draw string bags that fit in my gig bag

Me too, but boy, they scare the heck out of me. I've had a few close calls, but nothing broken so far. They fit in the back of my amp.