Contributions by Steve X (2)

Great pack if you are looking to travel light. I stuffed mine full of dry-fit shirts, socks, and underwear for 2 weeks in Europe and had room to spare for power cords and such. I used it essentially as a suitcase. Got rained on a few times and never used the included rain cover, so I guess it is good to go for light and short-term rain. Only wish is for more external pockets to stash small stuff, but overall it is a great pack. Euro travel tip: take old socks and underwear and just throw them away as you go. My pack was lighter when I got back, even with several souvenirs!

On my trip to Europe I had rainy days in London, Rome, and Paris but not a drop got through my jacket. In a heavy downpour I would suggest wearing a baseball cap if you have the hood up. The hood blocks too much of your upward and peripheral vision, but the bill of a ball cap keeps the hood in the right spot to keep you dry but still visually aware. Great as a light windbreaker as well, and wads up nice and small to stash in a daypack. Definitely a great jacket for the price.