The S/M size of this pack has a weird zipper between the water reservoir pocket and the mesh back. What is it's purpose? I can't seem to close it.
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It's structural. I'm not positive why it exists, but my guess is that it has to do with keeping tension on the back panel. You might be able to get a fingernail under it and pull it shut.
2063160
There is an external pocket that rests against your back which holds a waterproof cover for the bag, maybe that is why the external dimensions are slightly larger? I have the backpack and it is great! Light weight, comfortable straps/back padding and holds a TON!
1828149
Be aware, the photo and the product that you get are NOT the same. I gave the company feedback about this, but they were not interested in resolution. The one that I got has straps, not a zipper like in photo. And what I got does not have a mesh top like in the picture. What I have is in two parts...one bigger than the other, so you place the tires in the bigger part then strap on the "top", hence, not watertight, but as long as the top overlaps the bottom, should be fine. Mine are undercover, so not sure what happens in weather. Water would definitely pool at the top unless you put something firm on top of top tire so that the "well" is not created.
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Hi, I purchased one of these bags several months ago and I love mine. The way the closure works is you roll the top edge down until it meets the buckles by the handle, there are clips on both sides to hold the roll you just made tight. There are also buckles on the ends of the roll and those fasten near the base on each end. The bend in the fabric created by this last step is what seals the water out (I think). I use my bag kayaking to keep my clothes dry and it works great.
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I have no idea, but the seams look well sewn to me. However, the front pocket clearly has small openings in both sides of the zipper that would allow water to come in. It is more water resistant than waterproof I guess.
2131366
Sorry can't help you but definitely that's a good question. I guess it will keep the water seal since the resulting bulge goes really almost unnotice!
2236706
Really well, I would just throw the pack under the water coming out of the spout before I loaded the clothes, usually, but I probably put a pack or two in at the last - I never found any of the pack undissolved. Hope this helps.
742237
It is both. The Zipper opens to make it a back pack or you can close it for a sling.
961517
Honesty, I don't know. I cut off the waist strap because it seemed silly and was in the way. I have had the backpack for over a year and have gotten good use out of it. So far, so good.
503816
If I am not mistaken, this backpack is also designed to accommodate a water pack that is specific to the daypack that you can purchase separately. It has a pocket in the back that it will slide into. I do not have it but have seen it on other packs. you may want to check into it.
2180684
I think that is used to hold certain items (like a watch that you don't want to get wet). You could try using a search engine to get more info or maybe try emailing the manufacturer.
1885083
I have the larger carrier so I can't speak for the zipper configuration on the smaller carrier, but in the case of the medium sized carrier, there are two zippers for the mesh openning. I suppose if you're really careful you could open up the mesh just enough to get your hand in there. There are no dedicated slots for what you are trying to do.
688677
Yes. There is a sleeve inside the large compartment that keeps your reservoir secure and a small opening located at the top of the pack that allows your mouth piece and tube to be kept close and convenient while carrying your pack. Very well designed.
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It is a pretty long tube-goes from the base of the pack, up through the hole and down the shoulder so it is easy to reach to mouth. It is possible to remove. We accidentally emptied the rest but didn't notice water in the line and it got moldy. It was hard to clean at that point but was possible.
1844239
I bought this for a friend and his dogs who lives out of state. He loves the packs and I haven't hear any issues with it about the positioning of the back strap. Unfortunately, I don't have any personal experience with it so I can't really help you.
911691
No. I just tried fit a notebook in one of the extended pockets and the zip won't close.
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The front two pockets have a button that "closes" the pockets. There is not a total seal though