looking for feedback on waterproof backpacks

[bduke7645]

looking for suggestion for a waterproof backpack

sitka,kuiu,tangle free just need a waterproof bag for duck hunting

 

[WoodDuck]

How are you using it or what are you looking to carry? Might consider a cheaper roll top dry bag with backpack straps. I have one from Amazon for fishing, works fine.

 

[LCguy]

Seek outside

 

[Andrewdk]

Alaska guy here, I have watershed dry bags. Milsurp ones are affordable on eBay, bombproof bags with the ability to inflate/deflate them after they’re sealed up. I have two of their backpacks and a rifle dry bag. Been using em in southeast Alaska for 4 years now.

 

[Trail&ErrorAK]

What are you needing the waterproof bag for? Are you making like a blind bag?

If you are looking for something completely waterproof Barney's makes one that I believe is Waterproof and Wrangell Gear Company. But they are going to be expensive - these are frame pack designs.

Are you hauling decoys? Or what is the primary consideration? I waterfowl hunted in Juneau, AK on the wetlands in a quintessential rainforest and just looking to wrap my head around use.

Though your Ketchikan guy is from the only rainier place I know of then Juneau - @Andrewdk

 

[Dr.Spaniel]

I’m in a similar situation. I usually run and gun in the marsh. Carry 6-10 decoys and one or two spreaders. I can’t decide a comfy decoy bag or a fancy carry all. I also have an old hiking backpack that I’m thinking of just spray painting camo or get a camo cover for it. Here’s some bags I’ve looked at. I definitely want to be able to carry a gun in my setup.

 

[Lvthntitall]

I am using the Kuiu waterproof bag. Not walking very far so took the waist belt off. It’s pretty stiff but I fits the bill.

 

[eamyrick]

I’ve had great luck with Patagonia Guide series. Taken all over Montana/idaho/alaska/virgin islands. No leaks.

https://www.patagonia.com/product/guidewater-submersible-waterproof-backpack-29-liters/49165.html?cgid=luggage-waterproof-bags

Cheaper and slightly less submersible waterproof but good for 98%

https://www.patagonia.com/product/disperser-roll-top-water-resistant-pack-40-liters/48575.html?dwvar_48575_color=BSNG

 

[Dr.Spaniel]

I’ve had great luck with Patagonia Guide series. Taken all over Montana/idaho/alaska/virgin islands. No leaks.

https://www.patagonia.com/product/guidewater-submersible-waterproof-backpack-29-liters/49165.html?cgid=luggage-waterproof-bags

Cheaper and slightly less submersible waterproof but good for 98%

https://www.patagonia.com/product/disperser-roll-top-water-resistant-pack-40-liters/48575.html?dwvar_48575_color=BSNG

Does your whole kit attach to this bag? How many decoys? Do you keep the decoys in the bag? Carrying your gun?

 

[eamyrick]

Does your whole kit attach to this bag? How many decoys? Do you keep the decoys in the bag? Carrying your gun?

Decoys in sled or big mesh bag or a 6 pack around my neck.

 

[ORwaterfowler]

Another option is Sage Brush Dry Gear, I have had their day tripper pack for close to 20 years and it's still in great shape and works great. Not a cheap option, but a small business based out of Alaska, the website says they offer repairs, though I have never needed to send it in. It's also great for winter steelhead.

https://sagebrushdry.com/products/waterproof-day-tripper

If you don't have to have a backpack, take a look at this blind bag. Has been the only one I have ever owned that the inside stays completely dry, and is what I run 90% of the time, other than the bag above when we don't take a boat or decoy cart.

EDIT: looks like they went to a new outer material, so not sure how waterproof the new version is. The older version was made out of a raincoat-like material and was non-absorbent.

Flight Series Blind Bag - Optifade Marsh

Optifade, Waterfowl, Blind Bag, Flight Series

tanglefree.com

 

[DirtyTerp1]

Dive bomb industries has a few options. I have their roll top blind bag and its nice.

 

[ichthus329]

I use the Dive Bomb roll top as well. My only gripe is that there are no dividers inside. It's hard to locate things while I'm in the blind. They make a messenger bag style version with dividers and compartments that I'll eventually upgrade to.

 

[Yaremkiv]

I use Watershed bags. The Colorado model is the size I use for waterfowl hunting. It will float along with you as you make your way to the blind. I actually use mine as a seat in the blind as it is buoyont enough to support me and my gear.

 

[ichthus329]

I use the Dive Bomb roll top as well. My only gripe is that there are no dividers inside. It's hard to locate things while I'm in the blind. They make a messenger bag style version with dividers and compartments that I'll eventually upgrade to.

Waterproof Blind Bag | Zippered, 100% Waterproof & Durable

The Waterproof Blind Bag Is 100% Waterproof With a Zippered Design, Customizable Storage, and Rugged Durability. Built for Waterfowl Hunters in Any Condition.

www.divebombindustries.com

 

[Squirrels]

I have one of these I'd sell. Mine is the darker colored one.

Ground Control Pack

The pursuit of waterfowl takes on many different forms from flyway to flyway and season to season, but regardless of hunting style, the Ground Control Pack hauls everything hardcore hunters need for long mornings of directing air traffic into the landing zone. The adaptive versatility of this...

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