I'm interested in using the shell as a rain coat for hiking in mild weather. Think it's suitable for this? Compact enough to pack into a backpack?
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It wouldn't be the best, but it might work. Its not very packable. I have a Columbia Men's Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket for a windbreaker/light rain when I go fishing and think it would probably be better for you. Its VERY packable, actually has a pocket you can shove the whole jacket in to. Plus is has Omni-shield too.
11746
I'd only use the shell as a rain jacket in colder weather. Since it has a full liner it's a bit heavy, would be overly warm, and more bulky than a normal rain shell for backpacking.
59958
I haven't used it in tropical weather but I have in snow and light rain. As long as there isn't any holes it will keep you dry. It doesn't zip closed around your head. Instead it overlaps and has velcro. There is a chance for a few bugs getting in but not many.
1971018
IT's all screen and light weight so I'd consider it light use for rain... I love it for shade. I'm in California and use it at swim meets for sun shade and hanging by pool meets. Perfect for that. Would be good for camping for a place to eat or relax in bug free... I really love how quick it is to set up. takes just a few minutes. Well constructed.
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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
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Yes i would, had it for almost 2 years comfortable, lightweight and no defects so far. It os also perfect for keeping my stuff dey when the odd shower comes on, would not recommend to use the raincoat in heavy rain hough.
2210805
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 wouldn't recommend it. If you'd really like to take it backpacking, I'd suggest making a PVC tube with end caps and a strap. Even in it's folded up condition, it's a little bulky for a backpack. PVC is light, cheap, and extremely tough.
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Hi, Rebecca. This case is awesome in many ways. Is it water resistant? I would say no. As an avid hiker and back country camper, I've had the opportunity to test (and need) a lot of of water resistant gear. Water has an incredible capacity to soak through materials that seem, at first glance, to appear water resistant. I feel this is the case with this product. My case is sturdy, and lives in my day pack, but if it's raining, it's going inside a water proof pouch. The shell is made of molded EVA-plastic, but water can easily seep into the seams at the corners and the zippers. Hope this helped. Hi, Rebecca. This case is awesome in many ways. Is it water resistant? I would say no. As an avid hiker and back country camper, I've had the opportunity to test (and need) a lot of of water resistant gear. Water has an incredible capacity to soak through materials that seem, at first glance, to appear water resistant. I feel this is the case with this product. My case is sturdy, and lives in my day pack, but if it's raining, it's going inside a water proof pouch. The shell is made of molded EVA-plastic, but water can easily seep into the seams at the corners and the zippers. Hope this helped.
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Pretty much so. I used it in in the high Sierra at above 11,000 ' this past spring and encountered a hard rain and wet snow. It did it's job well. It's also a very good windbreaker. At some point, all rain jackets lose some of their repellency. I've only had it about a year so i cannot tell how long it will work without leaking, but my expectation is that it'll work well for a few years yet.
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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 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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Yes. The mesh is elastic and has held up extremely well during two years of daily use, continuously carrying a water bottle in the side pocket. It seems to be just as good as it was when I first bought it, so Osprey has used some good material to allow this thing to last like it has. I have not used it much in the rain, but it seems like it would hold up fine in light rain for a short period of time. I would not expect it to hold out a downpour on a day hike though.
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I would say yes. But, if you are doing intense outdoor backpacking, probably not. When you first see it, it wont look that big but it expands and flattens nicely. I've gotten caught in the rain a couple of times and my electronical devices were fine. Hope this helps.
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Bought an Osprey cover to use as a packing case for a backpack as airplane luggage. It came thru without a scratch or tear (though have subsequently bought a large duffel for backpack-luggage, based on a friend's experience). Never had to use the rain cover against rain on the trail, but it worked well for protecting the pack from a night of solid thunderstorms. Placing the pack on a "knoll"-like hump shunted the water off the cover onto the ground.
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The shell is definitely waterproof. I'm not sure about the zipper. I wouldn't submerge the case in water, but I think it would be ok in light rain.
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This is a raincoat only. A shell. IT works very well in the rain but wouldn't keep you warm beyond a 50 degree day. My husband loves it! Just not fur winter.
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I'm not really sure, but I think a light sprinkle might not cause a problem. It has a zipper, which might let in some water. If I were taking it somewhere and it was raining, I'd put it in my waterproof backpack. But that's just me.