How water-resistant are these? Not trying take them sailing, but would like to be able to go out in the rain and get the mail.
320311
I wear mine outside all the time, usually on short trips like to the mailbox. I've worn them in rain and snow, but I've always avoided puddles and slush. Dry snow and light rain were never a problem. I never really gave them a torture test, but they are water-resistant in any case. I doubt that they are water-proof.
320312
Not at all water-resistant. If you step in a puddle you're in trouble. I wear them outdoors, to the store, and in the house barefoot. Get them extra big so you can step in and out of them easily. When I'm outdoors I am very careful about water. You can walk on a wet sidewalk, but you cannot step in a puddle. I would not wear them outdoors in heavy rain.
320313
Okay for rain but not water puddles, they are water resistant but not water proof
320314
There not water resistant. Get a shoe or boot, you'd be better off with sneakers.
1992700
It has rained since we have installed these but not a heavy rain. But so far, they are fine. They are very heavy duty. I think they will be water safe.
35509
No, these are not waterproof. They may slow down a gentle rain but not a wind-driven rain.
2099165
I don't know for sure but I would say no they are not water "proof" but I would say water resistant
586360
I've taken mine on a number of rides, in good weather and bad. The last time I took them on a rainy trip, they held up well for two days (it rained one day and one night.) The contents inside were dry, so they'll handle the rain. I'm not going to say they're waterproof, since if you drop them in a lake of water the contents will get wet. But they'll be fine in the rain (and mud!) Honestly, they're nice to have. They hold a good amount of gear. Between them, a camelback, and some ultralight backpacking gear, you can easily store what you need too and them some! They'll be going with me again on the C&O Canal this spring/summer. Ohhh, they won't hold a bed roll, they're not deep enough. But a small sleeping bag should fit nicely, mine fit, but then didn't provide for much additional storage (except for the outside pockets.)
898065
Yes they are water proof, but to a certain extent. You dont want them getting soaked all the time.
1703852
Yes, you can get them wet but I don't know how much longer they would last or why you would wear them under water? I use them each summer on our deck with the family and they are the best. After use seal them in a plastic zip bag, and they are ready for the next day!
434580
They will be fine in a wet environment. Mine have weathered countless heavy thunderstorms and strong winds with no problems. Highly recommend them.
1380166
I would not call them water proof but they are probably water resistant. I believe the bags would start t leak if they were in the rain for very long. I have like having the bag to keep the chairs clean and for carrying the chairs.
851574
I've bought about a dozen of them for my back yard... I live in miami and i just had one good bad 2 weeks ago with not a lot of rain fall for the last couple of months. I would say they seem to be water resistant. But non the less happy with the product.
814255
I don't know if they were designed to be waterproof, but I used them outside in the rain and had no problems.
2130416
Yes they are water proof, I put a pair of on the front of a boat NO problems at all
1885922
No they are not water proof. They are water resistant. They can withstand light rain and that is about it.
851569
I agree with M.Giese. Do not submerge them. I do think they are very water resistant. Very heavy rain. They could be made pretty much water proof with very little effort
2078186
If they have not dried completey , yes they are not water proof. When water hits it runs. Hope this helps.
1362565
No, they are water resistant. THey could handle a misting of sorts or the dampness from being in your backpack that has a pack cover, but not in direct rain or falling in water.
972959
I would call them water resistant not water proof. They protect from evening dew , or fog very well.