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1. Useful Waterproof Bag Review by Joanna kirk

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   I've used this bag for over two years now and have found it good for holidays and days out. I bought it because it is waterproof and it is good in normal rain. Naturally in absolute down pours youl'd try to protect it or empty it of precious field guides as soon as possible because moisture will get in. I like the top grab handle and padded strap. The back zip compartment takes several field guides if needed. I also use this compartment with a slip in wallet to hold passports and travel documents when actually travelling. I would have preferred two more zip compartments on the back outside and within the bag on the back wall. Finding a place to put a notebook and pen that can be quickly retrieved is problematic. The zip compartment under the flap over front should have a double direction zip rather than the single one it has so that it can close at the top. If I forget to zip it up under the flap things like spec cases and once even my purse can slip out the side. It is not quite the secure storage area it's intended to be and can be a bit of a faff at first. Also I'm not a fan of credit card slots etc. Also ideally I would have put a zip compartment on the outside of the flap, and an umbrella net/ drinks bottle on the outside would useful. It is a fairly large bag but that suits me. It has been very useful and I will continue to use it for travelling and all field trips where it may rain. It's difficult to find a bag that meets all of one's specific needs and this bag is fairly versatile. (Posted on 04/04/2012)