Is there any place in this bag where I could put a water bottle and be completely certain it would not "sweat" on my gear?
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Short answer, No. The bag is not water resistant nor does it have a spot for holding water bottles. This bag is a last resort for those of us on a very very tight budget. If you can afford a better option, buy it. I couldn't but wish I could have.
969190
There are three outside pockets, all of which are zippered. There are pockets on each end, and one on the "front" long side. None of these are specifically designed to hold a water bottle, but each of them is probably capable of holding one. One of the end pockets has an expandable interior and mesh to allow it to breathe - this appears to be designed for either sweaty clothes or shoes. I like the bag, but a pocket specifically for a water bottle would be a nice addition.
707337
on the side of the bag. there will be a little zipper. you may think its a pocket but its a slit which holds the net for the bottle holder.
1652887
Probably would want to mix some pet safe antifreeze with the water and protect the outside of the bag from rain and sun when not using.
2210802
I tried it before but I imagine you'd like to have some visual proof of this. Yes, it is possible (if you don't mind wrinkling your clothes a bit). http://imgur.com/CRCw3Di (1.5 L water bladder + jeans + shirt + track jacket + rain coat) http://i.imgur.com/f4smFV9 (All in the bag! You have to roll up your jacket and put it in the sleeping bag pocket.) http://imgur.com/Vv73KLU (While on my back)
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I haven't tried it but I suspect that the water would be forced out of the bladder. The laptop compartment is next to your back so the entire weight of the backpack would be on it. I would also be concerned about having the bladder next to the electronics in case of leaks. Water and electronics are not friends....
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No, the bag is not fully waterproof. It is also not at all dustproof, and not very protective of your equipment. It holds a lot and is comfortable and easy to organize, but is not really the best for equipment that is going to be in very wet or dusty conditions.
1211800
There is a strap on the side that you can put a water bottle or in the top opening if you don't carry anything you can fit one
631357
Personally I would no be taking 5k worth of camera equipment in an unpadded bag, but I believe this bag to be waterproof enough to survive a dip without taking water (have only had mine splashed to date)
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No, there isn't, but it has enough space for a water bottle inside, it depends on the size of your water bottle.
688538
I have used this bag for quite a while, it is the best I've found. It is completely water tight, as long as you put the cap on correctly. It is somewhat insulated, so you don't need to rap it in a towel.
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Yes, it sweats if you put ice water in it. I bought a neoprene water bottle sleeve to put over it...problem solved! :)
859133
The only issue I have with this bag, is the lack of a place to put my water bottle in. I sort of hang the bottle on the outside of the bag.
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I bought it as a gift for my niece so I have never personally used the bag. The bag was a good size and very roomy. It looks like it should fit a standard size water bottle in the pocket but I cannot personally guarantee it.
1656652
Well Jack this bag is water proof. How ever I haven't fully tested that ability. For when I'm out day hicking and it rains I and my gear are under a rain poncho. Also just because a product say waterproof doesn't mean it stays that way forever.Take care of your gear and it will take care of you
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You've zeroed in on the only negative about this bag. It does not have a water bottle pocket at all. One side has a small felt lined pocket that has a depth of 4" and the other side has two individual pockets lined in polyester dot print, also 4" in . The bag is great but, you would have to put the water bottle inside and personally, bottles sweat and I wouldn't want my stuff insidegetting damp
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Not really! The bag (medium) is still pretty big and kind of bulky. You barely have room for a bottle cage.