A good duck carrier should be comfortable on a long walk and tough enough to last through years of wet mornings. The CBLESS duck carrier from Chambless Game Totes does that with a stitched English bridle leather strap and six drops of 550 military grade paracord, each with a brass cinch ring. It is designed for ducks or geese and, in the maker's words, is built for the serious waterfowler.
Where the CBLESS fits in the Chambless lineup
The CBLESS sits between the simple and the large totes. Compared with the single paracord duck carrier, it adds a stitched leather strap for comfort when carrying birds a long distance. Compared with the 12-drop Gadwall duck carrier, it uses six paracord drops, a lighter setup for a hunter carrying his own birds. If you would rather have leather drops on a strap, look at the CBLESS II.
Key features
- Stitched English bridle leather strap for comfort over long distances
- Six 550 military grade paracord drops with brass cinch rings, each able to hold several ducks or geese
- Detachable brass connector so birds can be removed and stored
- Paracord in Olive Drab or Desert (Coyote) Tan
About the 550 paracord
According to the product details, the military #550 cord used on the CBLESS is:
- Manufactured in the U.S.A. by a government contractor
- Nylon braided cord with 7 inner strands
- Quick drying, lightweight and strong
- Will not rot, fade or mildew
Those traits matter in a duck tote, which spends its life wet, muddy and stuffed in a blind bag. Cord that dries quickly and resists mildew is easier to keep in good shape from one season to the next.
Who the CBLESS duck carrier is for
The CBLESS is a good fit for hunters who walk a fair distance to and from the hole, such as public-land marsh hunters, timber hunters and field goose hunters. A shoulder strap spreads the weight of a morning's birds much better than carrying them by hand or on a bare cord, and six lines that each hold several birds give you room without the bulk of a 12-drop tote. It also works well as a gift for a waterfowler who already owns a basic cord tote and wants an upgrade.
How to use the CBLESS duck tote
- Cinch at the neck. Slip a loop over each bird's head and slide the brass ring down to secure it. Each line can take several birds.
- Let the strap carry the weight. The stitched leather strap is there so the load rides on your shoulder rather than in your hand.
- Detach at the truck. Use the brass connector to pull the birds off the strap together for cleaning or storing.
- Care for the strap. Rinse mud off the cord, let the leather air dry away from direct heat and condition it occasionally.
Pairs well with
A leather and paracord duck call lanyard comes in the same Olive Drab and Coyote Tan paracord colors, making it a natural match. Browse the full game totes collection to compare models, or pick your color on the CBLESS duck carrier product page.
Frequently asked questions
How many drops does the CBLESS duck carrier have?
It has six 550 military grade paracord drops with brass cinch rings, and each line can hold several ducks or geese.
Can I remove the birds from the strap?
Yes. A detachable brass connector lets you remove the birds from the strap and store them.
Will the paracord rot or mildew?
The 550 cord is described as quick drying and will not rot, fade or mildew.
Carry your birds comfortably on the long walk out with the Chambless CBLESS duck carrier. For more waterfowl gear articles, visit the Hunterworks Outdoors blog. Questions? Contact us.