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Just my opinion but I'd imagine that a good set of dry bags would be far more effective than a waterproof pack. Obviously you have the disadvantage of the pack getting wet but would mean you don't have to get a waterproof one.
I'm sure you know all this though.Just over my experience I have gained a sinical view on anything "waterproof" that isn't leather or a jacket. Especially for a large buckle-up bag.
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+1 on dry bags. Would be amazed if any rucksack could be waterproof given the number of seams and wear points. Can get a roll of rubble sacks from the pound shop that'll do the job just fine.
I've got a mid 1990's 65l Karrimor Apliniste(expandable to 80l ish) I could let go for £50 if you're interested. Pics upthread.
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edmundro
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Looking for a new 65L+ plus bag, as the only one I have is a beat up ol Karrimor I got free for DofE back in school. Real trooper though.
Saw this one on amazon, good price, looks like it's got all the bells and whistles I'd need. Although haven't seen any reviews on it and it could be a dud.
Mountaintop 80L "Waterproof" (seems like it has water resistant outer, and probs uses a rain cape"
And then I did my usual search for "waterproof hiking bags" as they don't seem to really exist past using a rain cape.
Found this which looks awesome, reviewed well, but no uk stockist afaik. And appears to be properly waterproof.
Mountain hardware Ozonic 65L outdry