Is the bag waterproof if submerged? My husband and son go canoeing.
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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.
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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
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Please excuse me as I try to help you. This word is misused a lot at times. Can you go diving with it and keep items dry, most likely not. I have been caught in a few downpours of rain for extended amounts of time and my items inside were dry. So I would say the bag is water repellent to an extent. Waterproof meaning surrounded by water on every inch of the bag and not allowing water to penetrate, and I don't think it would pass that test. My bag kicks butt, I have abused, thrown, and almost wanted it to fall apart to justify trying something new out, but it won't give. Due to that I bought a smaller condor bag and molle gear.
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It's not intended to be submersed at depth for long periods, but if you flip a canoe or roll a kayak, the bag stays dry inside. If you roll the top 3 times and clip it together, air can't out and water can't get in.
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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.
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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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Hi,This bag is not waterproof, only water resistant for a very short time. If you need a waterproof bag we offer them or bags with waterproof covers covers offer others on Amazon. Thanks
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Gloria, i didint much care for this bag and did not get to use it in the rain before passing it along. Just didint care for it, but i dont think this bag is water proof and i wouldint trust it to be.
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It is water resistant to some extent. If its like a heavy storm, you have a good 5 minutes until the insides of the bag get wet. However, if you like accidentally spilled water on the bag it should be fine.
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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.
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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...
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I purchased this bag to carry my stuff on my kayak. I did not submerge it but it kept my stuff dry from splashing water. It also held quite a bit.
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I would not consider this bag waterproof in any way..the divider has a "plastic" coating on the outside but is very on the top, the rest of the liner has a soft plushlike finish. I have never gotten this wet so have no idea of the outside. However I love the bag..while traveling in Europe last year I used the outside pocket for items that would normally be in my handbag (wallet in pants pocket)..it is very roomy... I have put my ipad between the liner and the back of the bag.. I carry one extra lens, mini tripod, extra battery...and whatever else gets shoved in...
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I have had the bag for close to two years and still love it. However, I don't think the bottom is waterproof. It's a heavy woven material for most of the bottom. There are at least two or three layers of material for it to soak through though. Maybe you could use a waterproofing spray?
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It is waterproof. I got it for my daughter and her husband and they loved it.
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This bag, like many others, is not waterproof. However, I just sprayed a water proof sealant on it and it has kept my stuff dry in a downpour. If you want even more protection you could buy a rain cover for it. See my review for more information.
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This bag is not water proof, but I believe they do sell a water proof bag to go over it.
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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!