UPDATE (06/11/14) - We've released a Stretch Goal and Free Bonus Rewards! Scroll down to the bottom for more details!

UPDATE 2 (06/26/14) - Check out some fun we had with embroidery on the "Updates" page, above.

The Story

After 10 years of repeatedly losing my bag in a sea of gear on the sidelines, waiting until the fields were empty to finally locate my cleats, and lugging crappily-made, uncomfortable bags all over the world to play Ultimate, I had had enough. So I set out to create the "Ultimate" bag for Ultimate. Yep. Just did that.

After 2 years of gathering feedback from experienced players, working with designers and manufacturers across the country, and field-testing and iterating through 5 prototypes, I've come up with this: the Heckler Ultimate Duffel.

Made in the USA with recycled materials.

We believe in building the high quality goods using and supporting local resources. Heckler Duffels will be made in a LEED-certified manufacturing facility at the foot of the Colorado Rockies, right here in the USA. We use the best hardware components from local suppliers, including big YKK zippers, sturdy D-rings, and durable, Military-spec mesh. The quality of Heckler Ultimate gear is guaranteed for life.

We also believe in being environmentally responsible. Heckler Ultimate uses recycled billboard advertisements to construct its bags. Billboard fabric is highly durable and weather resistant. We re-direct advertisements from landfills to make our bags.

The Features

Just the right size. Weather-resistant, tournament-ready, and fits into an overhead bin.

Elastic disc holder securely carries up to 3 discs.

Separate, ventilated cleat pouch with Military-spec mesh fits up to a Men's Size 14 cleat. Includes a built-in water bottle holder.

Large main compartment opens wide and holds its shape.

Internal zippered pocket keeps small items secure.

Accessory/smelly socks compartment keeps your stuff organized.

Internal stash pocket accessible from the backside of the bag.

Bungee clasps secure oversize items like chairs and stick rollers.

Upgrade to super-comfortable backpack straps to keep things horizontal and organized.

The Colors

The Heckler Duffel will come in two color options: Bagheera Black and Wild Card.

Bagheera Black bags are black on the outside, with a random design on the inside. You can choose from a range of zipper colors to accent the bag (see below).

Wild Card bags are made by turning the fabric inside out, exposing a hodgepodge of panels made with the colors and designs of the original billboard ad. If you choose the Wild Card option, your bag will be 100% unique. Although you won't know what your bag will look like until you receive it, your bag will be very easy to spot on the sideline.

We have an assortment of zipper colors to choose from to accent your bag, available for both Bagheera Black and Wild Card bags. Zipper colors include: Neon Green, Neon Pink, Neon Orange, Turquoise, Red, and Black.

The Plan

The Heckler Ultimate Duffel design is being finalized for production. Our US manufacturer and suppliers are queued up and ready to start building the bags. Once the project has been funded and the minimum order quantity is reached, all hardware and supplies will be ordered, and the billboard fabric will be cleaned and prepped for production. Our manufacturer will begin producing the bags once they assemble all components, and they will ship the bags in batches to our fulfillment house for distribution once completed.

Reward Tiers

VOTER - Cast your vote on what color zippers you want to see on future bags once we launch into full production! Your name will also be listed as a contributor on hecklerultimate.com.

PLAYER - Pledgers will receive one Heckler Ultimate Duffel, one regular shoulder strap, and recognition on hecklerultimate.com as a contributor.

PRO - Pledgers will receive one Heckler Ultimate Duffel, one Deluxe Backpack strap, one regular shoulder strap, and recognition on hecklerultimate.com as a Pro contributor.

EARLY BIRD - Get $15 OFF the Heckler Ultimate Duffel, available for the PLAYER and PRO reward tiers only. Limited quantity.

Note: All PLAYER and PRO rewards will be able to choose their bag color options (Bagheera Black or Wild Card), as well as their zipper color options after the campaign has succeeded.

Stretch Goal and Bonus Rewards - $26,000

If we reach our new Stretch Goal of $26,000, all PLAYER and PRO reward tier backers (including the EARLY BIRDs) will automagically receive ALL of the following rewards: one Heckler Ultimate Cooler, one Heckler Foam Koozie, and one Disclip!

The Heckler Ultimate Cooler fits nicely into the main compartment to keep 6 man sodas cold and tournament food at the ready, with plenty of room left for other gear in the bag.

The Heckler Foam Koozie fits perfectly into the water bottle holder, creating an insulated holster to keep your man sodas cold while your drink them.

Don't forget to share Heckler Ultimate with your teammates and friends. Here's a direct link to the campaign:

http://kck.st/1o4BrhG

Let's do this! Thanks a bunch!