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The North Face Recon Backpack - 2015cu in
is this bag waterproof
By Javier
Ranked #1032 - Daypacks
February 6, 2010
is this bag waterproof
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Vince
Ranked #586 - Daypacks
April 21, 2010
Let me answer definitively; NO. I've walked to class multiple times in pouring rain. If I'm out for around twenty minutes, my stuff starts to get wet. It will keep everything dry for a few minutes for sure, but almost any backpack would do the same. That being said, its a great pack; I use it for class, biking, hiking, and it's still in great shape after a few years of abuse.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Eric Arthur
Ranked #497 - Daypacks
March 28, 2010
This pack is not 'waterproof' but will resist water during a drizzle for a short hike or walk to class. The zippers have flaps to cover them and protect from water.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Lyric Rosatti
Ranked #194 - Daypacks
February 6, 2010
Dave, I guess that depends on your definition of waterproof. I would yield that it is water resistant for rain and my summary was hasty. However, when I think of "waterproof" I think of a dry bag--which this is not.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Dave Drulard
Ranked #180 - Daypacks
February 6, 2010
Javier - I don't agree. Although the pack isn't waterproof, the fabric that is used is coated with a heavy coating of polyurethane which is waterproof. In heavy rain, water will eventually leak through seams, but it will keep things dry for quite a while before this would happen.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Lyric Rosatti
Ranked #194 - Daypacks
February 6, 2010
No, not even close to water proof. The shell may bead water, but I wouldn't even call that water resistant.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 420D Nylon, 1680D ballistics
- Volume:
- 2015cu in (33L)
- Laptop Pocket Dimensions:
- 15in (38cm)
- Suspension:
- Airmesh back panel, BackSaver bottom panel
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Access Types:
- Top
- Pockets:
- [External] 1 front mesh, 1 front stash with water-resistant zip, 2 mesh water bottle
- Skateboard Carry:
- No
- Weight:
- 2lb 2oz (963g)
- Recommended Use:
- School, work, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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