Is the Goal Zero waterproof? Not that I want to keep it out in the rain, but if it starts to rain will raindrops hurt it before it can be stowed?
1244542
When I spoke with a Goal Zero vender that was at my local warehouse store selling it for an event they told me that it is water proof but that you would have to be careful if it was in mud/dirty water as the dirt could mess up part of the panels.
1244543
I believe it is not waterproof. I keep mine in a large freezer ziploc bag to make sure is is not damaged by the weather. Since it was meant to operate under sunrays i keep it out only then.
1244544
I used this as a hunting guide from spring to late fall. I had it strapped to a pack several times while out. Everything from small sprinkling to starting snow. I put it away before saturated but no problems. Also moisture build up in a pack after putting away slightly damp. It worked great for me. Still does. Just my experience.
1139572
Well, here we arrive at the classic discussion of water resistant vs. waterproof. I can tell you that I would consider this waterproof. This past fall we used this sunshade at our son's football game. Just after we got the canopy and sunshade up a pretty heavy rain started and dumped for more than an hour. The shade didn't leak at all during that hour and kept us dry and warm during the downpour. Can't speak to how it would perform for more than an hour, but I was impressed with how dry it was during the heavy rain for that time frame.
801769
If I'm not mistaken, I believe I did read that somewhere that it is but I cannot find the documentation I had with it. However, I believe it would be waterproof in a light rain. I do not believe it would be water proof in a heavy rain. It also does not have a floor in it so when the ground around it gets wet, that would eventually seep into the "dry" ground area under the "tent".
1496824
It is definitely not waterproof. I've had it in the rain with no problems. And I believe the manufacturer claims it is water resistant.
1822025
No....way too heavy. With water, it is essentially immovable. Not safe without water. Great goal though, we're very happy with it.
1745632
It does look a lot like a goal zero. I purchased one to use during a two week camping trip and had zero issues with it.
1449105
Seam sealing; and water proofing spray will make it water proof. No tent is completely waterproof except 4 season tents; like what they use on Everest.
185796
No it isn't. It is canvas with no waterproofing that I can tell. We don't get rain here very often, but I did have it out when sprinklers came on and the canvas absorbed the water droplets almost immediately. I expect a hard rain would have soaked it and its contents.
1843201
Mimi is right you can spray it down with the water proofing spray if you desired. I haven't and it works well in humid areas and wet rainy weather. Granted I would at least hang it up to keep it off the ground. All zipper areas have an over stitch, or a length of material that has been created to cover and protect all the zipper without problem. Would I trust it on a fain filled weekend. Yes, but like Mimi, I would spray it to be doubly sure
1204106
Absolutely. I've had in during some hard rains and zero leakage. Now what this isn't is airtight. So if you're in a humid place, moisture will get to whatever you're stashing. But as far as rain and water, yes it's waterproof.
1420129
Coming back from our vacation we hit a rain storm in Indiana. It was bad enough that visibility was low and most people pulled over to the shoulder. We continued on, as we had already been in the car far too long. The bag is definitely waterproof. I put a padlock on the zipper, it is pretty solid, and that prevented the bag from being opened while we were away from it. I wouldn't suggest leaving the bag on the roof overnight, outside, as someone could cut the straps if they really wanted to take it.
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Good question since I was carrying it in the rain today. The large compartment closeset to your back has a different material on the inside that would resist water pretty well except in drenching conditions. The outer material of the pack is a tough, but not waterproof, denier material. It get's damp with exposure to rain but I haven't had it soak through yet. If you're concerned about getting contents wet I'd recommend ziploc bags or small / medium sil nylon stuff sacks for contents.
962487
No zero stop. Supposedly waterproof. 8541 tacticals's YouTube channel has a good torture test video. It holds up pretty well in the video.
426206
Water proof? I am not sure what you mean. Yes, it is rain proof. It is built to mil spec so it can be used outdoors. Maps are a very touchy subject. Another commentor jumped all over me on maps. Go to Garmin's website, look for maps under the Oregon 650t. The U.S. is divided into several districts. You have to buy the map you want at 100.00 a piece. I was not interested in traveling outside the U.S. so I didn't look for those maps. Sorry, I can not offer an exact answer. Waterproof means many things to many different people. Are you planning on using it to dive with or just considering dropping it in a mud hole? You can use it in the rain. Anything else, I would not try.
119095
Not water resistant at all if it's left outside. Perhaps can withstand a light rain moving from one place to another but that's it. I think you could help it a little with water proofer like what you use on tents, shoes, etc but that's just for a light protection.
443462
It's not waterproof. You could only use it outside if it was completely protected from the rain .
799504
It is not waterproof. I do love the bag though, simple and very large. Tons of space in it. If you're willing to use a water repellant spray or something similar I would highly recommend the bag itself. Thanks.