Impact Sandbags come in a variety of shapes and weights. They are used for securing the bases of light stands and set walls. This Impact Empty Saddle Sandbag - 5 lb (Orange Cordura) has two wings, to allow draping over light stand legs. Each side of the bag has a hand strap for easy handling and hanging on hooks. This is an empty sandbag, with a double zippered closure. Fill it with sand or small rocks upon arrival at location, and empty it at the end of the shoot -- no heavy shlepping or high shipping expenses. Outer shell is water resistant, heavy duty cordura nylon, inner shell is gauge polypropylene. Handles on both sides are heavy duty polypropylene with a military style sewn box and cross for extra strength. Weight: 5 lb (2.3kg)