When you say"100% waterproof" can the backpack be completley submerged but keep the contents dry?
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Yes it can, once properly folded at the top and the air release valve is closed.
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As long as you close it correctly, yes, at least for a time. I haven't done a long-term time test, but I have completely submerged it and not seen bubbles leaking out. Please note that when closed correctly unless purged air will also be trapped in the bag, causing it to float unless something else drags it under. Even when purged, some air will be trapped in the bag. I did a 30 second test, but if you plan on using this as a dive bag or something of similar nature you should do your own tests. That said it is made similarly to dive bags and so should function similarly.
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Would I put my cellphone in here or a digital camera? Yes and No...I intentionally submerged it to see how well it would hold up and I managed to get a little water (yes just a few drops here and there..nothing that would be the end of the world really...) in there after submerging it completely and squeezing to try to get the seal to loosen up. Did it pass the test? Yes it held up very well considering I tried to force water into it and if all you are doing is letting this bag float along with you on the surface then you will be fine. So long story short...use an inner bag to protect your expensive electronics if you want to be 100% sure. eg: Mini waterproof cellphone bag. Would I put my cellphone in here or a digital camera? Yes and No...I intentionally submerged it to see how well it would hold up and I managed to get a little water (yes just a few drops here and there..nothing that would be the end of the world really...) in there after submerging it completely and squeezing to try to get the seal to loosen up. Did it pass the test? Yes it held up very well considering I tried to force water into it and if all you are doing is letting this bag float along with you on the surface then you will be fine. So long story short...use an inner bag to protect your... » Read More Would I put my cellphone in here or a digital camera? Yes and No...I intentionally submerged it to see how well it would hold up and I managed to get a little water (yes just a few drops here and there..nothing that would be the end of the world really...) in there after submerging it completely and squeezing to try to get the seal to loosen up. Did it pass the test? Yes it held up very well considering I tried to force water into it and if all you are doing is letting this bag float along with you on the surface then you will be fine. So long story short...use an inner bag to protect your expensive electronics if you want to be 100% sure. eg: Mini waterproof cellphone bag. « Show Less
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Yes, if you can even get it to go under water. It's so effective it can be used as a floatation device
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I have not gotten it wet but the battery is in the center of the bag so it would have to get totally soaked to reach it! I wouldn't say it's waterproof. More a work bag then a backpacking bag.
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According to the documentation it is "water proof" up to 30 min fully submerged at 1m. Translation yes unless you are swimming with it, it keep you laptop nice and dry. I love mine and have walked in the ran with it moving from site to site and it kept my laptop dry. Only draw back is weight
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Yes. I snorkeled with it and everything stayed dry. I did get a smaller (3 pack) of tiny dry bags to go inside that held my iPhone & camera but it wasn't needed. All my clothes and towel stayed dry the entire trip.
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As waterproof as any other nylon backpack. If you are in a torrential rainstorm then I think it will eventually leak. It's a great backpack with unbelievable reinforcement features.
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I wouldn't say it is totally waterproof, but it could handle getting wet from a rain shower. The connections are exposed in a mesh pouch on the rear of the unit, so any water that enters that area could get into the ports. The outside case is durable enough to last during an extended camping/ hiking trip. It does have locations sewn to the body that can be attached to a backpack during a hike, but you are better off placing it directly in the sun and letting it charge.
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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.
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The manufacturer claims it is waterproof to some military standard. Various people have put it underwater with no bad effects; I have no reason to push my luck. I have no doubt it would be fine, say, in a backpack in rain.
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Hi Francisco. I can't answer for sure, because I haven't had it out in weather yet, but I would say no, since no packs, with the exception of those designed for snorkeling, etc., are "waterproof". There is a coating inside, and I assume that it helps make the pack water resistant, but a good rain would definitely soak it, as it would most packs.If you need waterproof, carry a garbage bag, or pack cover, like most backpackers do. Obviously, this pack wasn't designed to withstand continuous exposure to extreme conditions.
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I would not say that it is 100% water proof per say. This is because non-water proof cloth materials are also used to made the comfortable padding behind the bag and the zippers. Hope this helps :)
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As to raining on it or splashing on it, yes it is waterproof. As to submerging it under water, no, because it would leak at the zipper. It's not SEALED.
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Yes it is waterproof, but you are not supposed to leave it submerged the water for days on end, rust etc.
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This bag is water-resistant...not water-proof. A little rain wouldn't be a problem...but it couldn't keep your items inside dry if left in a heavy rain.
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No the whole point of this case is so it can be completely water proof. It's cracked so bad it won't seal. That was just the one they sent me it was very used. I had to buy a new one.
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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".
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I've been in wet grass a lot and they never failed me, but i never fully submerged it, I've also used it on rainy days and it was still fine but i couldn't tell u if u can put it totally in water.
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This pack is not waterproof, but is water resistant. However, because it is a pack frame with bags, the bags can be removed and something like the Seal Line bag, which is waterproof, can be mounted comfortably.