Arc'teryx C40 Chalk Bag

Great for chalking up your fingertips, pretty useless if you need chalk anywhere past the second knuckle.

go with a little bigger one...i got the size up and it's super rad. the gold and green is way chill.

go with a little bigger one...i got the size up and it's super rad. the gold and green is way chill.

recommended to people with small hands

...for medium and small hands. Large hands need the C50p, C80, or even the Caco for mondo hands. The C40 is perfect for weekend climbing trips--easy dip in and out fully chalked. The draw cord ensures the top closes tightly so the inside of the C40 is white, not the inside of your pack. Only flaw: you cannot remove the belt without cutting--the famous Arc'teryx design standard faltered (a removable belt is a no-brainer).

This bag serves its purpose well. I don't have very large hands, so it does fit me fine.

This bag does not close well. I really have to pull on the draw string in order to prevent chalk from spilling out. After about a month of use, that lead to the grommet that the drawstring goes through breaking off. There is a plastic piece inside of the bag that the drawstring is fed through that came out as well. Now, in order to close it, I have to push this piece back through the hole, and pull on one side of the drawstring to tighten it.

All of the Arc'teryx bags look like they have the same design for the drawstring closure.

I plan on replacing this and going with a different brand bag in the future.

I love the arc'teryx bags overall. They have great designs and actually look good unlike many chalk bags. The c40 is a pretty good size, I probably should have gone with a c50p, but the c40 was all that was in stock so I just went with it. I definitely recommend that if you use a chalk sock, use a small one, if you use a larger design it can be a little tighter than ideal for the bag. Overall, this bag is perfect for people with small to medium hands and want a smaller bag for bouldering or sport climbing.

Arc'teryx C40 is a nice small chalk bag. This bag is perfect for a day of bouldering, or the gym. The stiff ring mouth is great, and provides easy access while climbing. The draw cord does a pretty good job of keeping chalk inside the bag, when it is not being used. There is even a spot to stash a small brush. The belt is very simple and easy to take on/off. If you have big hands, check out the C80.

this things sick

In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, this is a great little chalk bag. I have pretty small hands though, so for the average sized guy I would agree with the other comments and say go a size up. The plastic ring at the top gives it some nice support and helps keep it open, and the draw string closes it nice and tight so you won’t be getting chalk all over your bag or whatever. My only complaint seems to coincide with everybody else’s – the end of the strap must be cut to remove the belt. Other than that, awesome.

This is a big improvement over my initial floppy starter chalk bag. The ring on the the top gives it enough structure to leave it open while climbing and not have to worry about dumping. It is a bit snug, but I have pretty wide hands its no more than a very minor problem.

This thing gets the job done. Tough material with sturdy ring to keep it open. Mine is the older version without the belt loop problem mentioned in previous comments, which from the looks of it and review of comments is better than the current design. Anyway, it's a chalk bag. It holds chalk, you can get your hand into it while it's held open, it closes to prevent spillage, and it looks cool with the arc'teryx skeleton logo. If the price were half, it would be perfect.

I love my chalk bag, its the perfect size for me. The ONLY complaint I have is that it won't close with a new ecoball inside.

Its ok. Its nothing special. It would be nice if the bouldering strap was more easy to remove. Its a nice but small size Chalk bag. The opening seems to not want to close as well as I'd prefer and sometimes chalk puffs out.

its a good bag. the lip is sort of stiff so the mouth of the bag is always open. the belt is simple but makes it easy to use if not harnessed up. perfect size for sport or some bouldering.

All you need to climb. The only thing I didn't like was the belt strap. It would be nice if you had the option to put your own belt through the loop, but the belt that comes with it works fine.

The Arc'teryx C40 is a great chalkbag that comes in a smaller size than the larger C80 model. Being a petite woman, this bag is a great size for me; it's perfect for all those afternoons bouldering. The waist belt is simple (no frills), but easy to adjust and unbuckle. I love the stiff mouth of the bag - a drawstring within the inner lip allows you to tightly close the bag when not in use, and that stiff, reinforced mouth allows for easy, one-handed access when you need it most. The Schoeller dynamic softshell fabric is durable and will certainly stand up to all bouldering abuse/ wear & tear out there on the rocks. A very nice bag!!

I really like this bag. The belt is a good one, easy to adjust and take on and off. The cinch works really well and keeps the chalk inside the bag. So when i get home and throw it in my room chalk does not get anywhere. sturdy and durable, will have it for a long long time to come. I love the pink color!