Is the bag waterproof if submerged? My husband and son go canoeing.
20285
We used 3 of these bags on a raft trip for moose in Alaska in September. We did not submerge them, but did find they take on water thru the vent hole in the bottom if you stack them or put any weight on them when sitting in water.
20286
This is a great piece of gear, but it is not made to be submersed. The material itself is impenetrable and will keep things dry from water in the bottom of the canoe and from paddle splashes, but the top of the bag is basically just open, and you roll it down to close it. The top of the bag has no zipper, only a small peice of velcro. To close the bag, you roll the excess down about 3 times to create a weather proof closure that will keep out rain. If you roll it very tightly, it will probably keep water out during a very brief submersion or if dropped in the lake and quickly recovered. But, if you hold the bag underwater, water will definitely get in. This is a great piece of gear, but it is not made to be submersed. The material itself is impenetrable and will keep things dry from water in the bottom of the canoe and from paddle splashes, but the top of the bag is basically just open, and you roll it down to close it. The top of the bag has no zipper, only a small peice of velcro. To close the bag, you roll the excess down about 3 times to create a weather proof closure that will keep out rain. If you roll it very tightly, it will probably keep water out during a very brief submersion or if dropped in the lake and quickly recovered.... » Read More This is a great piece of gear, but it is not made to be submersed. The material itself is impenetrable and will keep things dry from water in the bottom of the canoe and from paddle splashes, but the top of the bag is basically just open, and you roll it down to close it. The top of the bag has no zipper, only a small peice of velcro. To close the bag, you roll the excess down about 3 times to create a weather proof closure that will keep out rain. If you roll it very tightly, it will probably keep water out during a very brief submersion or if dropped in the lake and quickly recovered. But, if you hold the bag underwater, water will definitely get in. « Show Less
533536
When I put on canoe with the zipper on top & closed it leaked when it rained. I suggest some time of flap over the zipper when closed.
2048398
No, I don't think so. If you want water proof, you need to have the bag you put this in be waterproof.
659417
The exterior fabric is nicely coated nylon, the interior fabric (compartment divider, inside of the pockets) is not. Zippers and seams are not waterproof, but there is a rain flap on the main zip. So a ligth rain should be no problem but a deluge or a submersion will see water penetrate the inside. Same as most quality packs. I keep a couple of disposable shopping bags in the bottom in case I get caught out in a bad rain unexpectedly, and if I'll be boating or expect submersion I use appropriate waterproof containers inside where needed. "Be Prepared".
54604
Im not sure if it's qualified as a water proof, but seems like it. I would feel safe to walk with this bag under rain. Definitely wouldn't swim with it :-)
509415
I just tested it by pouring a little bit water on it from my kitchen sink. The water flowed across it. Nevertheless, I don't consider this bag waterproof. If water spills on it accidentally, and u wipe it off quick, your laptop will be safe... I think there's vulnerability around the zipper. But I gotta say this: "It is a solid bag". I love mine
250282
It's not water resistant, but you can rest it on damp ground without worrying that your contents will get wet. However, if there is actual standing water, the water will soak through the bag bottom.
1080080
Haven't experienced the bag in the rain, but I would say it is likely waterproof. Very sturdy and stays clean.The rain cover is not the stiff leathery type.Hope this helps.
3824
Yes the outside is waterproof, I've been caught inthe rain numberous occasions, and nothing inside ever got wet. It's a great bag, I love mine, hope this helps.
377926
It is not water resistant. I used it on a two week vacation. Used it in light rain the bag was soaked. It's a decent bag but not for rugged use.
2194636
If I walk in the rain with the bag for a while, it is not a problem at all. But if you soak it in water, I am sure it will leak somewhere. I am very happy with the bag, good quality.
1619698
Rach, It seems to be water resistant but not water proof. It began to rain on one of my hikes and everything was dry...it was a light rain, though so I'm not sure how much it could take. Sorry I couldn't be more help - it IS a great little bag, though!
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The fabric is fairly water repellent but probably not fully waterproof. It's a nylon fabric, coated on the inside with something shiny. I bought it for using in a tiny town in Mexico and left it there, so I can't look at it now. The top of the fabric bag has a drawstring and it has a flap over that so I'm sure that unless you're in a monsoon, it'd keep at least most of the water out.
533535
When I put on canoe with the zipper on top & closed it leaked when it rained.I suggest some time of flap over the zipper when closed.
1225513
yes, its water resistant, i had it soaked in the rain and inside was pretty dry. I don't know about submerging the bag though...
1795697
I would say water resistant, not water proof. The Ortlieb bags are actually water proof like a riverbag. The mini panniers would hang down into side baskets, but are much smaller than baskets.
3389
I would not say it is rainproof. Rain resistant is more like it: I have been out with this bag in sudden showers, and nothing inside has gotten wet. However, I don't think it would fare as well in a very rainy environment or during a more lengthy downpour. Great bag, though!