Hi Robin - I've noticed for 20 years that carrying bags specific to telescopes are always ouchie. That's how I got into making and customizing my own. If you can scrounge some time out of life's hectics, plus a little foam and waterproof canvas and a zipper, this one looks pretty easy. Might need some tough sewing needles, whether you do it by hand or by machine. I believe Grumps uses golf cases too, if you can find one the right size. I usually look around everywhere before I find the perfect thing, then am eternally glad when I do.