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Osprey Packs Variant 52 Backpack - 3000-3400cu in
is the pack waterresistant or should i get a rain cover with...
By Brett S
Ranked #950 - Daypacks - Technical
August 22, 2009
is the pack waterresistant or should i get a rain cover with it?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Jacob Slosberg
Ranked #459 - Daypacks - Technical
December 20, 2009
Skip the pack cover that will get ripped or blown off, and try watering proofing your gear inside. Line your sleeping bag compression sack with a trashbag. Same with your clothes bag. Pots, tent, and food don't need to be waterproof. It works. Try safeway brand trash compactor bags. They kept my gear dry mtneering and sea kayaking in patagonia for three months.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Gabe H.
Ranked #854 - Daypacks - Technical
August 22, 2009
you need a rain cover or at least a trash bag if you expect sustained rain on the pack. for light drizzle and very brief light showers, you can get away without a cover.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Matt Miller
Ranked #949 - Daypacks - Technical
August 22, 2009
The only thing water resistant is the zippers. I would get a packcover it says they have one you can buy but it doesnt come included with the pack
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Matrix (420D nylon), Cordura (315D)
- Support/Suspension:
- HDPE frame sheet, 6061 aluminum tubular stays
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, removable
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Rain Cover:
- no
- Access:
- top
- Pockets:
- 1 front zippered water-resistant
- Snowboard Carry:
- no
- Ski Carry:
- yes
- Climbing Gear Loops:
- 2
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 2
- Weight:
- (small) 3 lb 8 oz, (medium) 3 lb 10 oz, (large) 3 lb 13 oz
- Volume:
- (small) 2990 cu in, (medium) 3173 cu in, (large) 3356 cu in
- Recommended Use:
- touring, backcountry skiing, mountaineering
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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