How does it hold up in heavy rain?
1426107
It comes with a cover and I have used it in rainy weather and it was fine but I'm not sure how it will do in like a hurricane type of weather
1426108
The backpack has a built-in pocket at the bottom with the zipper facing your back. Inside that pocket is a rain jacket for the backpack. With the rain jacket installed, I have gone from the building to the car (about 500 feet) in extremely heavy blowing rain with an umbrella (backpack wasn't under it) which left me wet from the knees down and water streaming off the rain jacket. The rain jacket covers the sides, top, and bottom and has an elastic band to grab around the back side. It also has a Velcro strap to lock it on so it doesn't come off in bad weather. The back pack itself was 100% dry when I got to the car. The backpack has a built-in pocket at the bottom with the zipper facing your back. Inside that pocket is a rain jacket for the backpack. With the rain jacket installed, I have gone from the building to the car (about 500 feet) in extremely heavy blowing rain with an umbrella (backpack wasn't under it) which left me wet from the knees down and water streaming off the rain jacket. The rain jacket covers the sides, top, and bottom and has an elastic band to grab around the back side. It also has a Velcro strap to lock it on so it doesn't come off in bad weather. The back pack itself was 100%... » Read More The backpack has a built-in pocket at the bottom with the zipper facing your back. Inside that pocket is a rain jacket for the backpack. With the rain jacket installed, I have gone from the building to the car (about 500 feet) in extremely heavy blowing rain with an umbrella (backpack wasn't under it) which left me wet from the knees down and water streaming off the rain jacket. The rain jacket covers the sides, top, and bottom and has an elastic band to grab around the back side. It also has a Velcro strap to lock it on so it doesn't come off in bad weather. The back pack itself was 100% dry when I got to the car. « Show Less
1426109
Owesome! (With the protector... obviously!)I drive a motorcycle in the rain! And all my package always is dry!
1426110
Well I have never used it in HEAVY RAIN, but I would think if I had used it, it would work just fine.
1426111
This backpack has done well in the heavy rain and has protected my son's homework and electronics.
1426112
Well, I live on Kauai. Which is home to the rainiest spot on the planet (Waialeale). While I haven't had it out in the heaviest of rains, I do religiously put the rain fly on the bag whenever I take it out. Thus far, it has kept everything inside perfectly dry. As long as it's on your back, you're good (the rain fly doesn't cover the straps or the back). I'd rate it excellent so far. If I try to take it out during a big storm like we had over the weekend, I'll update, but I hope I won't need to be out in that.
1426113
Owesome! (With the protector... obviously!) I drive a motorcycle in the rain! And all my package always is dry!
1416130
I have ridden a few times in the rain with it with no problems. Though I have to say the rain was light and may not have really tested it.
15991
We just had a couple pretty good rainstorms over the last couple days and it still works fine. It is directly in the weather also.
1218945
I've only used it in a light drizzle, and it worked fine. I wouldn't recommend it for a heavy rain because it is made of a cloth blend and probably wouldn't repel water very well. This will work fine in light rains, though.
1940365
I don't use it in the rain so I can't answer how it would hold up. Works fine in cold weather.
778524
Used ours for an extended trip recently. It held up fine to all weather including rain and hail.
928362
Yes it holds up fine in rain. I have it on my porch and it gets rained on and so far I have seen no discoloration.
60971
It works great in big rainstorms. The reason I bought it was because my friend has had one for about 5 years And it's still holding up.
2181733
It holds up fine in the rain. We had a graduation party w 100 ppl. An unexpected windy rainstorm w torrential dangerous rain came and we put the food and people under it and the party continued. No problems. Just make sure you follow the tie-down directions with regards to anchoring it into the ground. It comes with everything you need.
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.
1906600
It def. Is! Ive ridden in very heavy rain and I have not had a single problem. As long as youre not physically dipping it in water, rain water is not an issue. And to top it off, I had a problem with mine a while back due to it not charging and amazon customer service was AMAZING. Product was replaced and sent to me in ONE day. Recommend you purchase!
579084
I've used it in light rains, and it's been perfectly fine. But, I've never used it in heavy rain.I imagine it would be fine, as long as the top is under your sleeve, and you aren't getting entirely drenched for a long time
273991
My experiance light rain ithas been ok. I won't purposely let it get soaked.
535962
Well - right now it is raining and the shelter is shedding rain with no problems. It is a fairly heavy duty tarp cover so I am guessing it will remain water resistant.
716038
Mine is. Has survived a daily monsoonal downpour (I live in Malaysia) no problem. But it's still very new...
1238687
It's not but it holds pretty well in the rain. Tough. sorry of that doesn't help.
691806
It does pretty good unless it is fully exposed to heavy rain. I have it on the patio where it only gets partial exposure.