[at-l] Rain Test with Duraflex Journey Backpack

[John O <johno@mail.monmouth.com>]

Hi Folks,
Well the Duraflex Journey Backpack isn't waterproof.  I had it out in my
backyard for 5 hours in a good heavy rain storm all loaded up with gear.
All the gear was stored inside a trash bag inside the backpack.  
The coated fabric on the backpack doesn't absorb water though some did
filter through.  The inside of the backpack was wet but not puddling.  So I
would say the fabric used is water resistant.
So we have a backpack that carries well, good volume 3450 to 3600 ci.,
lightweight 2 lbs 13 oz ( If you take the perimeter frame and cut excess
straps pack weights 2 lbs), water resistant and costs only $59.95.  
All in all I say this is a good backpack.
Have a good one.
John O
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John F. O'Mahoney
E=mail: johno@mail.monmouth.com
John O's Ultralight Backpacking Page:
http://www.monmouth.com/~johno/index.html
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