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Originally posted by AndrewMcCarthy
I've had a problem cleaning flags with the sand packet in the middle. That sand is in a plastic wrap inside there. If the plastic gets a hole in it and gets wet, a black ooze will come out- almost like ink. Very tough to get out and right on the "ball" that shows when you tuck it in your pants.
I've also have had a problem with bean bags- there are real beans in there!! Getting them wet may cause them to swell- and smell- until completely dry. Also, the beans may then stain the white of the bags with brown spots while they are drying.
I'm not sure why they use real beans- other than they're cheap.
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Tape the ball of your flag white with athletic tape. Not only does it look sharp tucked into your knickers (no yellow showing) you can replace the tape whenever it becomes dirty. I see Honig's is even selling flags now with a white ball. I see a lot of college crews that either have them taped or the white ball style.
Beanbags from honig's have sand in them and are made out of waterproof vinyl. Easy to clean as well.