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Arc'teryx Bora 80 Backpack - 4390-5000cu in
I'm going to pick up this pack in a few weeks. Do you think...
By Will Duggins
Ranked #126 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in)
September 7, 2011
I'm going to pick up this pack in a few weeks. Do you think a rain cover is really necessary with it or would it just be a waste of weight/space/money?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By k2h100564231
Ranked #122 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in)
September 12, 2011
Just took my 3 year old Bora for a one night 12 mile RT in San Gorgonio mtns--SoCal. Never bought a rain cover based on reviews (and the number of times i've been in rain) and sales reps comments on water repellency. On the descent rain came in hard for 45+ minutes. When I got to the car and opened the brain it had collected about 1/2" of water!!! Literally poured it out. I had wrapped my wifes Nikon in my fleece beaney so it didn't get ruined. The rest of the pack was fine, but definitely moist/damp. Needless to say I've ordered the $50 pack shelter.....best be prepared!! (Still LOVE this pack!!!) I've had Lowe's and Marmot's and this pack blows them away!
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Phil Maher
Ranked #1 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in)
September 8, 2011
Depends on what you're going into. There are definitely lighter weight alternatives to the Arcteryx covers. The finish and waterproof zippers on the pack itself do take a pretty fair amount of rain to soak through, but when it's heavy and consistent, or as the pack gets beat up and ages, it's nice to have the cover. I'm not much on hauling my pack into my tent to protect it at night, so when it's all opened up at camp, it's nice to be able to just throw the cover on it and lean it against a tree or rock.
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By Ryan Hamilton
Ranked #8 - Weeklong Packs (Over 4500 cu in)
September 7, 2011
If you're going to the Pacific Northwest, you'll probably want a rain cover. Other places, you're probably ok without it. That said, they're pretty light and pack down very small so it may not be too bad to have along if there's a chance of a heavy rainstorm.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [lining] Invista HT Ripstorm (210D nylon), Invista HT Ripstorm (420D nylon), Invista HT Superpack (630D nylon)
- Support/Suspension:
- V-stay frame, molded back panel
- Shoulder Straps:
- thermo-molded
- Waist-Belt:
- yes, thermo-molded
- Hydration Compatible:
- yes, hose clip
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Detachable Lid:
- yes, with intergrated hip belt
- Access:
- top, side, bottom
- Pockets:
- 2 lid, 1 front, 2 side water bottle
- Sleeping Bag Compartment:
- yes
- Weight:
- 6 lbs 9 oz
- Volume:
- (short) 72-81 L, (medium) 77-86 L, (long) 82-92 L
- Recommended Use:
- weekend to week-long backpacking trips
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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