Is it water proof? If I have a light pack and walk in a rainstorm will I get soaked?
1646461
Yes, it is definitely waterproof. There's plenty of room to wear a small pack under the poncho.
1646462
This is a 1st, someone asking me if a Rain Jacket is water proof, I would have to say yes, I've worn it out in 1 storm, & 1 heavy rain, but I would say that it's meant to get you to cover, not to stay out in the rain for an extended time, for working out in a heavier rain or doing something extended as far as time wise goes, you would have to get something much heavier and more expensive, but it's good for hiking, hunting, camping, and some survival situations.
1646463
You will stay dry except for your lower legs and feet! Don't forget to use the HOOD! Ha Ha
1646464
yes it is water proof. no you'll not get soaked. i found that i was very hot when i wore it.
1646465
I have whore it in a hard rain and only the bottom of my pants and feet got wet. Also appears to be very well made and durrable
1646466
It will keep you mostly dry ;-). I live in Texas so if we get caught in a rain storm in the summer, we will get just as wet from perspiration. The material is waterproof and the seams don't leak. Be sure to put the hood up. Bnowlin48
1646467
Yes very waterproof. And you will not get soaked in a rain storm. Quality product.
1646468
I monitor Sea turtle nests on the beaches of Broward County Florida. I wore the poncho the other night during a thunderstorm. The poncho handled the heavy rain extremely well, the water just ran off of it and I remained dry.Although the lightning strikes almost made me wet myself. The poncho handled the storm much better than I did.
1308555
It is not waterproof, no "O" rings to seal working parts. Will resist moderate drizzle/rain, or at least mine has so far. Light is really bright for such a small unit. I suggest you invest in Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries. I know they are expensive, but they last a really long time in this unit. I got rid of the head band and used nylon cable ties to secure it to my safety vest.
616303
It is not water proof. With that being said, I have only experienced a light rain when riding out here in southern California. I left it on and did well. And I do mean a very light rain of about 3 minutes. If rained harder I would have taken it off. I would not use it in a rain storm. Also, looking at the manufacturer specs, it does not mention anything about it being water proof.
2194635
Yes the material is water-resistant, not waterproof. You can walk in the rain with it, but not diving with it.
131590
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.
1644060
Yes it will work in the rain. I put the flashlight in a container full of water and froze it for 5 hours and it works fine. My only problem with my light, I have the early models, is that is comes on while in it's pouch. I have used the new models and the switch doesn't come on as easy. While in the freezer I had left it on and it was still on when I pulled it out. It seems like a very well made light and the battery life is very good. Hope this helps.
1442473
No this backpack is not waterproof. Despite that it has proven to be quite durable in everyday use.
1176318
Well, I live in the Netherland and it rains here quite often. I have never found my belongings in the bag wet after walking in the rain. So if you use this bagpack as a city bagpack you can walk in the rain freely. But and this is a big But. It is not a water resistance backpack for extreme weather conditions, for instance 12 hours of heavy rain.
54604
Im not sure if it's qualified as a water proof, but seems like it. I would feel safe to walk with this bag under rain. Definitely wouldn't swim with it :-)
1176315
Well, I live in the Netherland and it rains here quite often. I have never found my belongings in the bag wet after walking in the rain.So if you use this bagpack as a city bagpack you can walk in the rain freely. But and this is a big But. It is not a water resistance backpack for extreme weather conditions, for instance 12 hours of heavy rain.
1589684
I would not say 'fully' water proof. I feel comfortable having if it is raining and I am not going to be out in it an extended amount of time. I will add though I am very paranoid about my gear getting wet so I might be overly cautious.
139775
I would say it is water resistant for use in the rain, but I would not use it underwater. I don't recall anything mentioned in the packaging material saying it was for use underwater or being waterproof.
1397961
My personal experience is that the backpack will hold up under a mild wetting, but if you're going to try to walk 5-10 minutes in a downpour, spray on some waterproofing material or you are going to be rather upset.
886234
Yes it is. Wore it during light rain and all my gear remained dry. It's a great pack.
1113403
I don't think so. I have only been seriously rained on once since having it and I keep a cover handy to cover my pack for those occasions ... pretty sure not waterproof but I can tell you it is an excellent pack and the frame is very sturdy. I use it for hiking camping so external frame is great. Have had it out on a least 8 trips now. Hope that helps.
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.