New for 2008. The latest ratchet-style backband from IR. Featuring our patented adjustable, no slip ratchet technology. Made out of a quick drying thermoformed minicell. Mesh zipper pocket on the back. At home in whitewater and touring boats alike. All stainless steel, salt water resistant hardware. Comfortable, easy to install and adjust. Size: 15.5” x 5” tall.
Also check out IR Customer Service TV about IR Backbands here
Colors: Black
Price: $53.00
Sizes: N/A
12 responses so far ↓
1 Craig // May 20, 2008 at 2:54 pm
Does the LoungeBand come with all the fit kit stuff that I got when I bought the Reggie backband?
2 John Weld // May 20, 2008 at 2:56 pm
Hey Craig- yes it does, and if you need extras of anything, let us know and we can send it out to you.
-J
3 Sal // Jun 8, 2008 at 11:48 pm
The instructions included seem vague at best and aimed solely at roto boat owners. Do you offer any clearer instructions for composite boat owners (i.e. QCC) or is this strictly a roto affair?
4 Sal // Jun 9, 2008 at 6:05 pm
Received your message about the new upcoming composite instructions. Looking forward to them.
Thanks.
5 John Weld // Jun 9, 2008 at 7:51 pm
Hi Sal,
We have actually received a bunch of emails regarding this exact question, so I put together a customer service TV that address this. You can see it here
6 Al // Oct 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm
Earlier this summer I installed a “Reggie” in my CD Sirocco. What a difference from the older traditional strap seatback! I can go all dasy without worrying about the straps slipping or an aching back. The “Reggie” is the best!
7 Doug Bates // Dec 11, 2008 at 12:23 am
The Reggie that came with my Impex Susquehanna is comfortable enough…I just wish it would quit ratcheting-foreward and locking while I’m crawling in. When it jams foreward it effectively shortens the cockpit, the pegs are too close, and the thigh hooks are wrong. I’d rather forefit the ‘convenience’ of the ratchets and have a solid band. I’m considering jamming the buckles with epoxy, Snapdragon’s #1, or Redfish custom foam. Any ideas?
8 John Weld // Dec 11, 2008 at 9:35 am
Hi Doug,
The problem with fixing the ratchets with epoxy is that the backband would not be adjustable at all. I guess the thing about backbands is that they are one of those pieces of outfitting that are highly subject to personal preferences. Many people replace the backband their boat came with one they like better. Having said that, I couldn’t really recommend a backband that you would be guaranteed to love, but I can say that SnapDragon is a great company run by good people. I am not familiar with Redfish.
I hope this helps,
-John
9 Niall O Broin // Jan 25, 2009 at 4:34 am
I have a Dagger GTX which came with a non ratchet adjustable backrest. Would the Lounge be installable (by somebody who is by no means a DIY expert) in that boat?
10 rloughney // Jan 26, 2009 at 9:47 am
Hi Niall
thanks for the comment. In a GTX it is actually a very simple install, and it should only take you about 20 minutes. If you go to our backband service page (a link from our service menu) and watch the backband install video, it will walk you through the process.
Here is the direct link:
http://www.immersionresearch.com/service/backband/
Roger
11 Gary Rigdon // Jun 9, 2009 at 1:07 pm
Which of your backbands do you recommend for an RPM? A Reggie or a LoungeBand? What kind of effort is required for the installation?
12 John Weld // Jun 9, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Either one would work- I would say if you’re not sure, go with the Reggie with a whitewater boat. The basic installation should be pretty straightforward- if you chose to install the “pro straps” to keep the backband up high, it’s a little more complicated. You can always call us for installation help as well- we field those calls quite frequently here.
-John
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