I have a 39L SwissGear backpack, what size should I get? Also, is it a good waterproof/rainproof cover? As we get a lot of rain here in Portland,OR
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I would go with a medium size mountainsmith rain fly as the small just covers my 35 liter bagyes, these covers or water resistant up to a heavy rain thru thick wood and brush.
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I would go with a medium size mountainsmith rain fly as the small just covers my 35 liter bag yes, these covers or water resistant up to a heavy rain thru thick wood and brush.
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Mohammed, I bought this to cover my wife's standard- sized Jansport-type pack. I don't know the volume of it in liters, so I can't help you much there, but it keeps the rain off and she loves the bright yellow for visibility.
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I have a North Face Alpha Box backpack, and my medium/large fits over it easily. From some image searching on Google, your SwissGear looks about the same size. It is very effective at keeping rain out. The only spot where a little water can get in is the water that rolls down the back of your coat, but I've never had anywhere close to enough water that way to soak through my backpack and reach anything inside. I use mine for commuting and carrying textbooks, laptop, etc... in my backpack, so I trust it.
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I live in Portland, Oregon, which is famous for it's rain. I think it's fantastic because it's pretty water resistant... until you pull out the rain cover which is stored underneath the bag, and slip it over the bag. This effectively envelops the bag in a rain jacket. Fantastic! It's also a very good looking and comfortable bag. One of my best buys ever!
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I would get the larger size because I wanted to use it over a lined raincoat (which is not waterproof!) or winter jacket. In the summer I use it alone. It has a belt that can be drawn in to make it fit more snugly.
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In 5'3 128 it worked for me .holds a lot the rain gear attached is handy .It's a bag that it's much better full when it's not full it flops around a bit my bf has a kelty it's smaller then mine but well made he really likes his and is probably about your size it really depends on how much you want to pack I used mine in Costa Rica and my only complaint is that if it's not full it's a little awkward .hope that helps your decision have a good trip :-)
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Hi, yes, that seems about right. Its a great pack. Very happy with it. comes with rain protector also. Hope this helps. Johnny V. http://www.scrantonSEO.com
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Hi, the back compartment can probably fit in 2 normal size burger. The side pocket are more for your energy gels/ bar and money. however if you need to pack more stuff like your bicycle tools, rain jacket etc you should check out camelbak mule or camelbak mule NV which i think is more popular with mountain bikers due to the large capacity storage of 9 liters/ 12 liters.
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First you cant go wrong with this cover for the durability and water resistance. Mine will sheet off the rain like a pro.The specific model Boat cover I purchased (17'-19' Storm Pro) is an inboard outboard so there is no bulges or geometry in the cover to accept or accommodate an outboard motor. That said, It might fit over a smaller Boat and outboard motor I have a 17' boat and I have a lot of extra room in gathered fabric in the front and back.I would think buying the outboard cover that has the bulge for the outboard might be the better option. However if you use the motor as a high point and drape the cover from windshield to outboard it might be a great way to keep the rain from puddling in the middle...Good luck First you cant go wrong with this cover for the durability and water resistance. Mine will sheet off the rain like a pro.The specific model Boat cover I purchased (17'-19' Storm Pro) is an inboard outboard so there is no bulges or geometry in the cover to accept or accommodate an outboard motor. That said, It might fit over a smaller Boat and outboard motor I have a 17' boat and I have a lot of extra room in gathered fabric in the front and back.I would think buying the outboard cover that has the bulge for the outboard might be the better option. However if... » Read More First you cant go wrong with this cover for the durability and water resistance. Mine will sheet off the rain like a pro.The specific model Boat cover I purchased (17'-19' Storm Pro) is an inboard outboard so there is no bulges or geometry in the cover to accept or accommodate an outboard motor. That said, It might fit over a smaller Boat and outboard motor I have a 17' boat and I have a lot of extra room in gathered fabric in the front and back.I would think buying the outboard cover that has the bulge for the outboard might be the better option. However if you use the motor as a high point and drape the cover from windshield to outboard it might be a great way to keep the rain from puddling in the middle...Good luck « Show Less
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for me, if I knew no rain was around, I would have plenty of room! I re wear my riding pants and or jeans tho. we re only talking clothes and toiletries here....you have other places for a dc mini tire pump, tire plugs, spare shield, glasses etc.?
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I bought a large and my pack is 80L. I think they only offered large when I bought mine though. My pack fits in the large with extra room. If you were looking for a more snug fit a medium might be the better option. I would just buy both and return the size you don't want after you try both of them out. Good luck
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Hi Carolyn. I bought a very lightweight. Duffle called sea to summit large off of amazon. I then placed the loaded backpack inside and checked it. It worked great not to mention I could lock the duffle. The duffle then packed nicely into the backpack for future use. The duffle is very compact. You could also use the rain cover and then check however the straps hang out. I think the duffle is the best option. Good luck.
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I have this cover on a large bike ('06 HD Road King) with taller handlebars. So possibly it could be a little big on that bike but certainly big enough & yes, allday rain & my bike stays dry. Exceptional cover!
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I don't think it's a good backpack bag. It's a great bag, but a little large. It's 18" x 12" thick. I do have the larger size (90" wide). As a former backpacker, there is more compact. Again, I have nothing against the bag, very warm, but I keep this one in the camper. Good luck.
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I would say, the material seems to be pretty water resistant, we just haven't used it when it that wet)) There is a zipper under the bag cover, that makes it more secure. We really like it: comfortable, lots of room, inside pockets, flexible inside pads position. It is a good choice for a good price. I don't think it will get wet in wet environments, unless you take it under the fall with you)) It did great when we were at Yosemite Falls.
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I'm 6-4 and my sleeping bag fit into the bag. I would not put the sleeping pad into the bag. It can be straped on the outside. Remember this is a medium size bag. The interior will hold 2 shirts, 1 pants, 2 underwear and 2 socks. Food for 5 days ( depends on what you eat). Rain jacket, emergency tarp, first aid kit, hygiene kit both 6x4 inches. 1 person tent or hammock, rain fly, straps and rope. Alcohol stove, ultra light pot w lid. Side pockets hold water treatment, alcohol fuel, lighter, maps, snacks, spoon or spork, etc. Top storage has twice as much room as side pockets. Bottom has rain cover which comes with the pack. There are lots of places to tie down your sleeping pad, hiking poles, what ever. I bought mine to use on the Appalachian Trail. I have 30lbs of stuff which I hope to get down to 25lbs. I had a larger pack- 6000 cu in. but when you are hiking 544 miles weight is a factor. If you are car camping or just hiking to a camp site and not moving for a week go with a larger pack. You can bring more stuff. Some thru hikers have packs with less cu in to save weight. I am not in a hurry so if I get tired I will rest and enjoy the scenery. I did buy a compression bag for my sleeping bag. It was tight w/o compression bag. My sleeping bag came with just a stuff sack. It ddin't compress the sleeping bag so I went with a compression bag. Yours may be smaller or larger than my sleeping bag. Mine is a synthetic fill rated to 20 but I think it is only good to 30. That is from years of use at different temps. I may need a new bag. Even 30 degrees is to cold for me these days. Hope this helps. Happy trails, Dave
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Almost no backpacks would qualify as truly waterproof. For that they would need a to have a very complex closure and sealant along every seam. I wouldn't hesitate to use this bag in a moderate rainstorm while hiking or biking. I would not, however rely on it to keep my gear dry while kayaking. The large top flap will do a good job of keeping your stuff dry provided that the opening of the main compartment is completely covered. The pullover cover may be nice if you're bent over the handle bars of a bicycle, otherwise it's not particularly useful.The bag itself is great. Huge capacity with a slim profile. Highly recommended for almost any dry land activity. Almost no backpacks would qualify as truly waterproof. For that they would need a to have a very complex closure and sealant along every seam. I wouldn't hesitate to use this bag in a moderate rainstorm while hiking or biking. I would not, however rely on it to keep my gear dry while kayaking. The large top flap will do a good job of keeping your stuff dry provided that the opening of the main compartment is completely covered. The pullover cover may be nice if you're bent over the handle bars of a bicycle, otherwise it's not particularly useful.The bag itself is... » Read More Almost no backpacks would qualify as truly waterproof. For that they would need a to have a very complex closure and sealant along every seam. I wouldn't hesitate to use this bag in a moderate rainstorm while hiking or biking. I would not, however rely on it to keep my gear dry while kayaking. The large top flap will do a good job of keeping your stuff dry provided that the opening of the main compartment is completely covered. The pullover cover may be nice if you're bent over the handle bars of a bicycle, otherwise it's not particularly useful.The bag itself is great. Huge capacity with a slim profile. Highly recommended for almost any dry land activity. « Show Less
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I wouldnt trust it too much in the rain to be honest, but thats just my opinion based on typical chinese build quality. Im sure a ziplock baggy would work well. Keep an eye out for nano-sprays in aerosol cans. They essentially water-proof/water-resistant anything you spray.
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I'm 6-4 220lbs and have no problems with the comfort. Used the pack to hike 70 miles on the App. Trail. Used the 3400 and hiked 120 miles. Only switched because my son needed the 3400 after his old pack gave out. It was another brand and he had it for a long time. It does need a better rain cover. The one that comes with it isn't the best quality.