I have this durable stuff sack in both the 15L size and the 30L size. This bag is extremely well made and should last for decades. It repels water, and thanks to the daisy cha…
- STEVE, 06/11/10
Utah

I considered buying the "lightweight" Outdoor Research stuff sacks and then I realized how small of a difference in weight it would be compared to the "durable" labeled sacks…
- Megan, 07/09/10
Cincin-nasti

A great stuff sack, the fact that it is seam sealed gives you that extra bit of water protection and creates the option to use this bag to carry water from a water source to y…
- Christopher, 02/04/12

OK...so the OR lightweight stuff sack is pretty much unbeatable for what you get. It is incredibly lightweight for all you ultralight ding dongs out there....and it can take…
- Joshua, 06/10/11
Columbus, GA

Paraphrasing Freedom of the Hills, bivy sacks are a bit of an acquired taste. If you don't want to haul an entire tent with you on a weight-sensitive trip, these are surprisin…
- HAMIK, 11/23/07
PASADENA

Doing high altitude solo excursions requires to count every ounce and this bivy can replace a tent if you dont insist on too much comfort and space. The Delrin pole keeps the…
- Patrick, 05/11/10

I am attending the University of Michigan and I bought this tent for the school year (Yes, I am tenting, hopefully all year). The first night I went out it was difficult to se…
- joseph, 09/09/09
Ann Arbor

This is a wonderful invention. The pole makes it easy to read and relax inside the bivy without making you feel claustrophobic. The bug net is a nice addition. I definitely pr…
- BAYLEY, 10/09/07
SWANSBORO

Bought these packs to replace pack liners in my Duluth Pack for canoe expeditions in the BWCAW. I just place 2 of the 55L Dry Sacks in the Duluth pack and it keeps my food an…
- Nick, 04/09/11
Minneapolis

I work at the largest youth camp in the world, Philmont Scout Ranch, where i am taking kids out into the backcountry, and i always have this with me, however, i have it in a 1…
- David, 07/28/11
Cadillac, Saginaw, Cimarron, NM...

This Zip Sack is very light weight and great for organizing your gear according to use (ie toiletries, emergency gear, etc). The see thru sides helps identify what's inside. K…
- James, 02/25/12

I love these things. I have a medium and a large and I always take at least 1 of them with me on every outing. Typically my pack contains 4 items, compression sack with bag an…
- Christopher, 02/03/12

I bought this for a camping trip in NC that was notorious for night-crawlers (of which I am no fan) and loved it. Unfortunately, by the end of the trip I had accidentally (so…
- Tatiana, 12/11/11

This bivy is AWESOME!! Waterproof like it is its job... well it is its job. Light weight and very compactable. The bug netting gets annoying while you sleep because it sits…
- ANDY, 04/22/08
YORKTOWN

Great for storing things that get used together that don't need to be water tight, such as stove and cooking utensils. Can also use for storing wet clothing or camp shoes in t…
- James, 02/25/12

These bags are great. You can see what you have stored in them at first glance. I keep items like my solo cooking set and rain gear in these.…
- Michael, 08/08/11
Charlotte, NC

These come in 3 sizes for perfect pack organization. Outdoor Research makes a great product and these dry bags do not fall short of this company's great reputation. I use the…
- Brent, 06/29/10
dayton, oh

The build construction on these dry bags is more durable than the Ultralight dry sacks by OR, so if you need extra protection from the wet, these will do a great job. The 3 si…
- James, 02/28/12

This is an excellent choice for those who strap their sleeping mats on the outside of their packs. In my case I chose the 10L size for my Exped DownMat 9 which is particularly…
- jason, 08/22/11

I purchased the 10L and 55L. 10 for my sleeping bag. 55 for the inside of my backpack. Dry as a bone. A must for serious hikers/campers.…
- Orlando, 05/17/09
CT

It does it's job of keeping your belongings dry. I will order more of these in a variety of sizes. I was surprised how tough they are, since usually you sacrifice durability…
- DANNY, 05/12/10
ROCKVILLE CENTRE

Ditty sacks are the way to go to keep your gear situated just how you like it. These bags are ultralight like the maker claims. They arent exactly waterproof, but I have notic…
- mike, 11/22/11

The size selection of these bags is great. I use one for toiletries, and the other two for food and gear. They also have loops on them that can be clipped to your pack. Whe…
- Christopher, 08/29/11

I compressed this sack to just under half the size of the TNF mummy stuff sack and it fit well inside my Marmot Eiger 45. Kept dry and compressed during the short jaunts on tr…
- Jeremy, 04/25/10

It has taped seams and good quality construction. I was extremely happy when I opened the box! Then I stuffed my sleeping bag in it, rolled the top 4 times (instructions say 3…
- COLIN, 04/01/11
ROXBURY

I just ran this bag thru its paces during a 30day NOLS mountaineering course in the Wind River Range in WY. I lost control during a steep glissade tumbled for a good 45 feet w…
- Patrick, 07/23/10
Dublin

Niether and amazing compression sack nor amazing summit pack but does a very respectable job of both. I recently used it on a winter ascent of Mt. Whitney's mountaineer's rout…
- alan, 04/20/11
Oakland

I bought this pack for its intended purpose as a summit pack, but it can also be used for any wet environments as this pack really is waterproof. It's very simple in design w…
- Cory, 11/30/10
Richmond, VA

This is a really good bug screen, works great over your sleeping bag on a cot or on the ground. I used it on my last trip to Africa, slept in it for a month of nights. The e…
- jim, 06/22/05
RACINE

Undo the velcro. At the hinge of the velcro, there is a hole to thread the pole through. You will be putting the pole from the bottom, up. BOOM. The pocket on the other si…
- Daniel, 08/24/11

use it abuse it and go on using and abusing!!! lightweight and very very easy to use!!! been using this product for a while and have never been dissapointed in any aspect....…
- nancy, 05/14/12

I bought the 8L compression sack and am very happy with my purchase. I use a large daypack for 3-day hikes and this compression sack holds all my clothes, which allows me mor…
- Sandy, 10/29/11
Florida

I bought this for when I go on long bike rides (the back pockets of biking jerseys just dont do it for me) and put my lock, keys, phone, snacks, etc in there. It is really go…
- Anna, 05/13/11
Chicago, IL

This is a great bug net for those who don't like the idea of having a net on your face. The metal rim keeps things well removed. I've loved mine. It is a bit bulkier than your…
- Matthew, 12/21/11
Detroit

I consider this a luxury bug net. Super comfortable, but a bit bulky. Will definitely keep and use when I have room. May take smaller version on ultralight trips though.…
- Matthew, 06/16/10
Detroit

This bag is perfect for using a dry sack while backpacking in, then using it for the summit day for the essentials. THe back is very light and is built well. Hard gear such as…
- MIKE, 08/04/11
Denver

But it would be very close. I have been looking for a bag like this my entire life and I was at Bill and Paul's the other day and it called to me . . . I responded, and w…
- Patrick, 06/04/10
Grand Rapids