What a great product and the fact it's made from recycled material is awesome. It might get wet when submerged, but at least it floats, and you won't lose everything. Not a bad price point for the size and what it offers. Well done with the review Dan!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely Larry - it floats like a champ! Holding it under water really pushed it. The air wants to get out when you do that and it can compromise that velcro seal. For a boat bag it's awesome! If you're shopping for one - be sure to watch a few videos. There are some guys on the net that offer a discount code for buying the bag!

@LarrysFishing

Жыл бұрын

@@DCOutdoors Thanks Dan!

I think your the first one I seen it leak on good test totally my thoughts for me would be kayaking and boating or Beach put towels cell phone etc in

@BCJerbs

Жыл бұрын

I've been lo9king for one for the canoe!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

I'd recommend it for that use for sure. I'll be using it on the boat. Submersion is probably pushing it past it's max use and I'd also encourage you to really roll down the top and make sure those zippers are tightly sealed. Some of the water got in due to my own operator errors. Also, be sure to look around, it's on sale but I know that there are discount codes to be had on this product.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hey SD - I think I pushed the limits further than some of the reviewers. I'd trust it in a rain but I don't think it's really meant to be pushed under and held under water. Also, I blame myself too - I could have sealed down the roll top more and/or double-checked the zippers but in all reality - people using this bag will have to really be careful of how it's sealed up because I believe that little operator errors can make big differences to leaks, etc. I'm glad I know it's shortcomings to be honest!

Nice review thanks Dan😊

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Debrah! Really appreciate you watching and dropping a comment! Back to "outdoor adventures" next week. Have a great weekend.

Thanks for your honest review

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks John! I appreciate you saying that!

I just purchased a waterproof bag similar to this before I went on my fishing trip in the NWT last month and it worked great for me in my boat! Everything stayed dry and I could store a tonne of gear in multiple pockets! They’re definitely worth having in the boat! Great review Dan! Have a great day and weekend!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely Ryan! This is going to be my primary bag for the same application. We've been keeping lunch in it, some basic boating supplies, first aid kit, toilet paper, sun-screen etc in it and it keeps things organized and safe. With my inflatable boat, I like that there aren't any sharp edges on it too!

Dan, as always, an incredibly thoughtful and thorough review. Love that you are super transparent on these videos!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, AJ! This was a fun one. I felt I could really push the bag to its limits to test it. Some products are harder to really evaluate. It leaked, but I know I overdid it. I also think I could have rolled the top down tighter and double-checked the front zipper. There are possibly two user errors there, but it speaks to the potential faults or weak points. I'd trust it though as a boat bag or for hiking in the rain! Thanks buddy for watching along!

That is one cool pack. That is a perfect piece of kit for a boat.

@BCJerbs

Жыл бұрын

I think that too!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I think it would be a sick bag too for someone biking , motorcycling or walking to work. It's a good bag if you "MIGHT" get wet. I just don't recommend holding it under water, lol.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It has a bad-ass look too! I love that modern but simple military influence. I also love that it's made of recycled bottles. Thanks a ton Mike for watching. Hope you're having a great week.

Hey Dan, great review, thanks

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Den! Have a good weekend my friend!

Love the fact it is waterproof and I also love the recycling materials used, super cool. Looks rugged and well made and loved the zipped pockets and plenty of storage places. You sure put it through it's paces, especially the water tests, maybe not as waterproof as I initially thought but for the price point, not a bad buy for someone wanting a bag like that, cheers Alan

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I also blame some of the leakage on me. I believe that I could have rolled down the roll top more and also more tightly which might have helped the submersion test. Also, the zipper on the front should have been double-checked to make sure it was all the way closed. However, these are two faults that the "everyday user" would likely make. Not sure if this is a fault of the bag or just an FYI to the user. Knowing it's limits, I still trust it as a boat bag or for hiking in the rain on a day hike. Thanks Alan for stopping in! 🎸

Excellent review!! I love love love its made from recycled materials! ♻️ looks like a decent bag and it floated well. I really like the adjustable chest strap, all bags should have that cause it's genius!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hi Christina, yes the adjustable chest strap is nice. The built in whistle was cool too and I liked the loops to hang items off the straps. The recycled material is a heck of a wonderful touch too! It floats AMAZINGLY. I'd trust it for that but I think holding it under water was pretty excessive. I think almost any bag would leak under those conditions. Granted, I could likely have rolled the top tighter down and ensured the front pouch was zipped more tightly - and it may have helped a bit. I admit - I pushed this bag to the max!

Great looking pack and great review Dan !! Enjoyed your testing !! Also liked your Trappers t-shirt 👍🏼

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks - I tried to push this bag to the max. I think I overdid it in some regard. I don't think the average Joe would hold it under water like I did haha. Unfortunately , I had my action camera batteries in the front pouch lol, but they've since dried out. The Trappers were our Triple A baseball team based in Edmonton but they shut down in 2004. One of my favorite nostalgic tee's. My wife does all my shopping lol, I'll pass on the compliment.

It did leak completely under water but i think that’s kinda to be expected, hard to get around Velcro or zippers aspect. Looks like it would be really good in the rain though as long as you I used the main compartment. Great review 🤙😎

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

James - you're right! Me holding it under water is really pushing the limit. I'd say even for a few seconds, being submerged is OK. I held it a lot longer. That creates upward air pressure on the velcro which I think compromised the seal. As for the front zipper, I think if you really ensured you zipped it tight and hid it under the lip - you'd might get more success. I blame some of that leakage on my own error. That said, it highlights the importance of really being careful with this bag if you're using it in the elements. Some operator error is likely at fault. That said, I'm loving it as a boat bag. It's nice that it floats well and I'd trust it to keep items water proof in that circumstance.

Looks super cool. It is so good to have something that is really waterprof.Have a wonderful weekend.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! It will be handy in rainy conditions and/or to use on the boat!

Cool I wish they made a larger size like 35-40 liters rolled down

@DCOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey Jared - glad you liked the video. It's a nice bag. Still use it for day hikes and such! I appreciate you watching and leaving a comment - hope you consider subscribing too if you like outdoor videos. I agree though a bigger size would be great!

Nice video keep it up my friend nice bag

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Loki! It's got a slick design! I love the simple military look!

That's a beautiful backpack, it looks well made.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It seems to be pretty tough. It's amazing that so much durability comes from being made out of recycled water bottles.

10:48 Wow that waterproof backpack float is so very nice, perfect to use in the rainy season or any kind of weather. Thanks for sharing my friend. . .

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving a note. After testing it, I definitely trust it if it fell off the boat or if it got rained on. It will make a great pack for boating.

Thanks for the review Dan. I'm always looking for waterproof bags. Cheers, Dave.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hey Dave - thanks for watching along. This one seems pretty decent. I do blame some operator error here - I think I could have rolled the top down tighter on the submersion test and I don't think the front zipper was fully sealed when I sprayed it with a hose. That said, I consider it an "every man" review. The things I did are probably typically done on these packs. You have to still be careful using it. I'd trust it in a rain storm or maybe if something happened briefly, but I think that the velcro seal is tough to hold up when pressured under the water for an extended period of time. It's a great pack for those rain storm uses I'd say.

nice one . . . thumbs up 👍🙏💯

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit!

Loving hearing someone else use the word rad in this decade!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Bahaha! I use that one a bit too much, probably. I try to be "hip".

This backpack is very beautiful and useful, it is waterproof! 🙂👏

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hi Daniela - it's pretty useful indeed. It's going to serve me well as a boat bag. I think I'll also use it when we take the kids to football games and practice - where we want something to keep items dry. It's a nice looking bag too. Thanks for watching.

Nice pack and great job on the review Dan, I liked all the water testing you did, the spray test was interesting and great to hear that the main compartment didn't leak any water in. It would be great for some light canyoneering too. Where you have water in a slot canyon

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I'll admit, I pushed the bag a little too much haha. I think any bag will fail with submersion, eventually. For rainstorms, I'd trust it! I'm glad I know it's limits before throwing electronics into it! 😄

Great review! Thank you

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Huy! Glad you liked it. It's going to be a staple of my boat kit moving forward. Might also use it to take out to the kid's football games when I don't want stuff being rained on. I'm sure I'll continue to test this thing as I go forward.

This looks cool. Ive been looking for another waterproof bag for canoeing. I'll have to check this one out. Definitely just using the main pouch though

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It is a good boat bag! Comfortable to wear and holds up in the float and rain test. I'd recommend using less capacity and really folding / rolling the top down and double-checking the zippers . I blame some leakage on me. If you're buying it, watch a few videos here on YT. Some guys have discount codes. I think Mark KratzMC has a code available to reduce the price.

Nice, honest review, Dan. Great stuff.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, John! Hopefully this gives potential buyers a good idea of what they're going to expect. I liked the bag. It's going to be my go to bag for the boat or if I am hiking in rainy conditions. Might use it as a bag to take to the football field when coaching the boys during the rainy days. Will keep our gear Waterproof on the sidelines. Have a great week!!!

New frnd watching here❤thanks for sharing

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hi There - thanks for stopping to check out the video. I post new videos every Thursday on outdoor related topics. I camp, fish and hunt. I post gear reviews, outdoor adventure videos and other outdoor related stuff. If you like this type of content - please consider subscribing so we can stay connected. Hoping to build a friendship with you. See you around!

great review, always nice to have an extra float wit you

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

You bet. She floats well! Thanks for leaving a comment.

I had some bags similar to this as a kid, for week long canoe trips but the carrying straps were no where near as comfortable looking. Nice review, DC.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

The straps were SUPER comfortable and I loved the adjustability. A waist belt would have been a good add. I liked the spots to attach carabiners off the straps and the buckle with the built in whistle is a great addition for boat uses. It's a well designed unit and I LOVE the simple military look. The thing looks BAD ASS!

Woww this looks like an amazing product..cool to see it float!! Awesome review..and made of recycled material!!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Love the reduced environmental impact and the thing really floats. It did a good job in the "rainstorm" too. It's going to be my go to bag for boating or for hiking in the rain!

That is a awesome cool bag, thank you for sharing your awesome video, at least you know the bigger will keep you stuff dry, blessings my friend

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It's nice to test its limits before loading it up with electronics, lol. Although, I had go pro batteries in the front zip pocket when I tested it at the river. Thankfully, they dried out and didn't get ruined, lol.

great video, nice review. interesting it has foam in it, i always figured my dry bag would float just from the sealed space inside i will have to test it out, take care

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan - I've never really float tested a back pack before. It was fun putting this bag to the test. I must admit - I think I pushed it a little far, but it's nice to know where it's limits are. I'd feel better taking it out in the woods/water knowing what it is limited to.

Like 24 my friend! How are you doing? Nice review!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hi GBL! I'm doing well! Been busy the last few weeks with a lot of work stuff, but still trying my best to get outdoors. Glad you enjoyed the review Mr. Gary!

Great video! Just don’t submerge it in water! Seems like it could come in handy on the boat though!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I blame some of the submersion water on me. I could have rolled the top down more (reduced the bag volume) and probably zipped up the front zipper more. That said, I'm confident the Velcro would let water in anyway. It might have just lasted longer. I think any roll top bag will eventually fail of you're holding it under water. The water wants to escape and when that happen the water goes in. There's no way around it!

You did a great job with the review. Pretty much anything will leak submerged. Even deep sea submersibles going to the titanic. I don’t think it is an issue because it floats so good. I do like the bag and I am going to get a lot of use out of mine. I didn’t know about the whistle.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

I was impressed how it floated! It seems good in the simulated rain, too. I agree that I'll good use. Glad I told you about the whistle!

Great review Dan! I would definitely get one of these if I have a fishing boat (small one that is).

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It's great for that sort of use. I think I'll use it too when the kids have football games and I want to keep extra stuff dry. It's going to be my primary boat bag, no doubt. Bad thing was I had my Action Cam batteries in that front zipper pocket. The good thing is they dried out and still work. Haha.

@F.A.R.T

Жыл бұрын

@@DCOutdoors very lucky

Not a bad looking backpack. A little nervous about water getting in though. Thanks for the video brother

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

I do blame some of this on me. I could have folded over that top seal more tightly to maybe help. However ,I don't think it's really meant to be held under water for extensive periods of time. I know that the air inside the bag wants to push upwards, when you do that it stresses the velcro seal and that's what let water in. The front zipper I think was 100% a ME issue. I don't think it was fully pushed all the way over to the side. However, it's a good lesson for people using it to be extra careful. The bag won't make up for one's own stupidity lol. As a bag to use in the rain, I'd endorse it. As a bag to float in case a boat flips - it's excellent. Just don't hold it under water - and you should be happy. I don't think many bags would last being held under water to be honest.... Thanks for watching Mark!

I'd love to see how it holds up after a few good uses!

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

I'll let you know how it goes! It's my primary boat bag for sure so I'll keep you informed on how it's working out!

Nice bag brother thanks for sharing

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much - I appreciate you watching! I hope you are having a good week.

That looks like a great bag! I've been looking for one for the canoe! That looks perfect! I'd love to see how your time with it and how it holds up! Is it completely water proof or water resistant? Hope your having the best day ever Mr.Dan! Stay awesome, safe and blessed my friend! Cheers, Kimmers and Jerbs 👍🏼🇨🇦🔥🔪🔥🇨🇦👍🏼

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jerbs - it's a nice bag for the boat. It's billed as being water proof but I think I exposed some weaknesses. I do think that if you really wrap the top down tightly and ensure all the zippers are 100% closed you'll get better results. I don't think it's meant to be held under water. That really pushed the envelope here. That said, it's a good bag for situations where the bag "might" get wet. It floats like a champ and it sheds water from a simulated rain storm.

That thing looks legit! I should get myself one for when ww3 kicks off

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! You could fill it with water and turn it into a fish-tank too!

@alternateaquatics

Жыл бұрын

@@DCOutdoors lol I was thinking more for my other channel

Is it waterproof without being rolled down?

@DCOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Definitely not! You would want to roll it down. Even still - rolling down and submerging let some water in. I think if you didn't have it rolled down but just velcro'd it might keep somethings dry for a short while in a light precipitation setting, but you would really want to roll it down to ensure things are kept safe. I definitely don't recommend submerging under any circumstances. Thanks for the question though - I appreciate you watching! If you liked the video, I hope you consider subscribing!

@justinrideout4233

4 ай бұрын

@@DCOutdoors definitely gonna have to wait for a bigger model. Thanks

Nice review and seems like a decent bag for those times when you are trying to keep the contents dry in the back of a truck, boat etc.

@DCOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

You bet! To store things on a boat, back of a quad or even on a hike it's great! As long as you're not holding it under water for an extended period of time you'll be in good shape. I know I pushed it past the max. I don't know many bags that would remain water tight while held under water for 30 seconds lol.