Would you say this bag would be waterproof or water resistant? If we were caught in rain would it soak instantly?
1336272
I don't think it is waterproof. It is a heavier material though and it doesn't soak through easily. I've never had a problem with it being in the rain. the outside gets wet, but never the inside.
1336273
It's a thick canvas like material. I'd say it has good resistance but I'd treat it with some scotch guard if you anticipate more than your typical rain fall.
1336274
I don't think it would instantly get wet, but I wouldn't say it's overly waterproof..if that makes sense.
1336275
Defiantly water resistant! It would take a long time to get anything wet on the inside! Its a thicker material so if it did get soaked it might take awhile to air dry, but it would have to be in the rain for a long time to get that wet.
1336276
Yes it's waterproof, the material is water resistant and it has a lining as well.
2194636
If I walk in the rain with the bag for a while, it is not a problem at all. But if you soak it in water, I am sure it will leak somewhere. I am very happy with the bag, good quality.
450968
The bottom of the bag is because it is made out of solid rubber, but the bag itself is not. It will repel some light precipitation for a while (light rain, fog, drizzle,etc), but a soaking rain shower would probably get into it. So if you are looking for a fully waterproof bag, this isn't it. But it gives you some protection.
1578314
I agree with Mystri and Buckwheat. The zippers don't appear to be water proof, so water will get in if the bag is subjected to heavy rainfall or a deluge of some sort. Ordinary rain or drizzle should be no problem though.
536047
To be honest, I haven't tested it in the rain. I would hazard a guess and say that it will not be very waterproof. Certainly in the case of the upper compartment. Perhaps the inner area might remain dry in a light drizzle but in a downpour I would think not. As far as I can tell there is no rubber coating on the inner lining and thus in my opinion, this may not provide the protection that you need. I will be using plastic bags to protect my electronics. Having said that, I really like this bag. Hope that this helps.
14864
The bags are water resistant, but not completely water proof. We have not had anything get wet in the bag as of yet.
1628810
It's water resistant, but not waterproof. While it was raining during some morning commutes, I have had some devices plugged in. I honestly wouldn't risk it though, granted the battery is deep in the bag, this is not something I would test outside of light precipitation. It won't work while it's sitting in a puddle, but spilling coffee on it will probably not affect it.
855478
I would say it is water resistant, but certainly not waterproof. It is zippered on three sides, and certainly water could enter on those sides. In a mist or light rain you'd probably be okay with the non-zippered side pointing up, but I'd still carry it in waterproof bag.
977695
It should withstand a short time in the rain. The outer fabric is some sort of plastic weave and there's probably some structural cardboard in between that and the inner padding. I doubt the rain would make it much past the outer layer very quickly. The weak point is the zipper since it's not a waterproof or even water-resistant design, which significantly reduces the amount of time it's likely to protect its contents. Personally, I'd consider it acceptable for emergency light water protection, but not much more than that.
141529
I can't say what it would do in a pouring rain, or if it were completely soaked. But, I have this bag on my bike, and it rained a few times when I was out for my 17 mile ride yesterday. The outside of the bag was wet, but the water beaded up, and was easily wiped off. The contents inside stayed dry.
1831358
That is a difficult question to answer. The mesh part in the front where the ball or shoes may go would not be water resistant as well as the one side pocket that has mesh/netting. Water would seep into those areas. There is an enclosed inside pocket that makes up the bulk of the bag but I honestly do not think it is water resistant. I think that water could possibly seep through.
1330846
The bag is water resistant for a rain shower. However, if you will traveling in water I would buy a better case for the tent as this one is just a drawstring closure. Hope this helps.
1104518
I think it is water resistant. It does stain easily but you can just use a wipe to clean it. I love the bag
3825
Yes the outside is waterproof, I've been caught inthe rain numberous occasions,and nothing inside ever got wet. It's a great bag, I love mine, hope this helps.
1544404
I doubt it's waterproof, it's an inexpensive bag. I wouldn't trust it in a thunderstorm
799503
My has never really got wet. I have been caught in the rain.... with no damage to the contents of my backpack. However the marerial does seem like it would be at minimum resistant. Hope that helps.
1085122
It is not waterproof. I was in a downpour without a cover once. It held out for a bit but started getting wet inside. Buy a cover. Other than that the bag has held up for a couple of years and is holding up great.