Waterproof backpack

BloodySandwich

Hello, can some recommend good waterproof backpack that could fit 15.6 laptop and books. Thanks

Alun

If it absolutely has to be 100% waterproof, Ortlieb, a German company, make a whole range of waterproof backpacks. Because the material used is quite thick, and has a rubbery kind of texture I'd say they're probably a bit on the heavy side, but that's the price you pay. Most normal outdoor rucksacks aren't waterproof but do have rain covers which give some protection, plus most people will put anything in their rucksack that they really want to keep dry (phone, spare clothes, say) in a separate waterproof bag or dry sack.

https://www.ortlieb.com/en/rucksack/

PJD

I use this black 30l drybag daysack-but it is a bit heavier than fabric backpacks. Also shoulder system is not quite as good but you are paying for a dry bag, not a hillwalking bag....

http://www.lomo.co.uk/acatalog/Dry-Boxes-dry-bags-uk.html

PJD

This also seems to get good reviews .....

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-waterproof-rucksack-25l/

BloodySandwich

Thank you PJD for suggestions but I rather prefer backpack than a rucksack.

Ryath

A backpack is just a small rucksack . At 25litres the wiggle one is certainly around the size of of what you'd normally call a backpack. It looks very good for the price. Looks decent for carrying. A lot of the cheaper roll top dry bag type backpacks only have basic straps that aren't great for using for any length.

As alun said for 100% waterproof I'd go with orlieb. Are pricey though but they will last forever.

Alun

Ryath wrote: »

A backpack is just a small rucksack.

Yeah, 'Rücken' is German for 'back' As for when a pack becomes a sack or vice-versa, I'm not sure!

Ortlieb do a whole range of waterproof bags/packs/sacks for all kinds of uses from hiking to cycling to 'urban' use.

Ryath

PJD wrote: »

I use this black 30l drybag daysack-but it is a bit heavier than fabric backpacks. Also shoulder system is not quite as good but you are paying for a dry bag, not a hillwalking bag....

http://www.lomo.co.uk/acatalog/Dry-Boxes-dry-bags-uk.html

Their range looks very good lot out of stock though. Need to pick up a few small dry bags. Do you have the daysack long?

This drybag caught my eye
http://www.lomo.co.uk/acatalog/deck-dry-bag.html

On the look out for one to strap on top of my panniers. Using a 22L Ortlieb drybag at the minute but this looks much more versatile. Bungee and mesh pockets would be very useful. Using Ortlieb front rollers at the minute. Might be better just picking up a set of Ortlieb back rollers instead for when I need the extra space.

BloodySandwich

Hmm, you guys have a point, I never had rucksack maybe that's why I see a difference.

my3cents

BloodySandwich wrote: »

Hmm, you guys have a point, I never had rucksack maybe that's why I see a difference.

But have you ever owned a black bin liner? Just get a roll of the better thicker ones and use one or more as a rucksack/backpack liner.

In all honesty I've never seen a really waterproof rucksack of any from and sooner or later and sooner if its used a lot the waterproofing wears off. With a bin liner you just slash out something like 40p and get another one.

Alun

my3cents wrote: »

In all honesty I've never seen a really waterproof rucksack of any from ...

The Ortlieb ones really are though. A walking colleague has one and while it's the dog's dangly bits as far as waterproofness goes, it's relatively heavy because of the material used which is a kind of rubberised canvas with welded seams etc., so not a conventional material with waterproofing added on as an afterthought. It's not great on accessibility either as you can only get into it from the top again to ensure it's completely waterproof.

Personally I wouldn't bother for hiking etc., but I can imagine for some other applications they'd be a great idea.

PJD

Ryath wrote: »

Their range looks very good lot out of stock though. Need to pick up a few small dry bags. Do you have the daysack long?

This drybag caught my eye
http://www.lomo.co.uk/acatalog/deck-dry-bag.html

On the look out for one to strap on top of my panniers. Using a 22L Ortlieb drybag at the minute but this looks much more versatile. Bungee and mesh pockets would be very useful. Using Ortlieb front rollers at the minute. Might be better just picking up a set of Ortlieb back rollers instead for when I need the extra space.

Hi Ryath,
Have the lomo about one year. Dont use it for dry days but if rain is forcast its perfect for the money. I have ortlieb panniers on my bike but will buy lomo with confidence in the future. Cant go too wrong with the price. Just watch the shipping charges. I bought a few dry bags for my deuter so was happy with p&p.

BloodySandwich

Thank you guys for your time, suggestions and advises, now I have something to consider.

EndaHonesty

BloodySandwich wrote: »

Hello, can some recommend good waterproof backpack that could fit 15.6 laptop and books. Thanks

Aqua Quest Bags are good value on Amazon. 100% Waterproof.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Aqua-Quest-Biker-Waterproof-Backpack/dp/B004Z5XO04/