Does this backpack do well in the rain? Is it waterproof? Water resistant?
1855961
I would say leaning to the water proof side. It was my constant companion in the jungle and kept all my important things very dry and safe.
1855962
Wouldn't say it is waterproof, it's more water resistant. I haven't had it in the rain for long periods but did accidentally spill water on it, the contents got damp. Hope the info was helpful!
1855963
Water resistant more than anything. Wouldn't stand up to a down pour. And the top opening does not zip to the body, it lays over and snaps.
1240593
I wouldn't say its waterproof but I had it out for about 8 hours in the rain and my gear stayed fairly dry. It wasn't pouring but it was a constant drizzle throughout the day.
1419368
Unsure for I have never tried it, but I have had it in the rain and it does repel rain from getting into any of the compartments. Hope this is some help for I do enjoy this backpack!!!Regards,Terry L. Shook
1176321
I am not sure about this, but I think it isn´t water-resistant. Nonetheless it is a very good backpack! I love mine..
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.
1382523
I only used it when it was raining lightly so I believe it is water resistant but not sure if it's water proof.
493059
Waterproof for a backpack is a rather hard expression to define. I can share that my Hotshot has sustained some pretty heavy tropical rains in Rio de Janeiro. All my belongings were dry when I got home.
1456377
No this backpack is not waterproof or resistant...I'd recommend keeping a poncho handy inside the bag...
3825
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.
1500939
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.
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...
924966
it can resist rain to a certain extent, but cmon it has zippers so water can get in if you leave your bag in the rain for too long. But if I were youI wouldn't buy it because although it looks high quality, after months of usage the zippers and the fabric are exposed for their poor quality and aftera year the bag is torn all over from the straps to the zippers. It looks like a mess after 1 year. Trust me I bought mine and I used to loved it
1644065
It is fine in the rain. It utilizes o-ring seals to keep the internals dry. I use it nightly walking the dog and could not be happier with it.
1113399
It is not water-proof. I sheds water fairly well though. In my experience, unless you fork out the money for a true dry-bag, backpacks are never waterproof after about 30 minutes in the rain.
1656654
its not water proof, but you can carry a good reusable rain poncho and it can cover you and the bag aswell
570571
It's made of good quality material and the padded computer space is up against your back underneath the zipper. I used mine in moderate rain without an umbrella with no leakage. Can't say what would happen in a downpour. In the past with other backpacks, I've used a plastic shopping bag and tied the handles underneath the straps and just let it lay over the top of the pack for added protection in heavy rain. Haven't done that with this one yet. I think it's a great pack
2101937
I have not had mine out where it can get a ton of rain so it's been fine, but I'm sure it's probably not waterproof. It's a very simple design, plastic back has a lip that pulls away from the rock, revealing the compartment.