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Weather Proof Hunting Backpack: Silent And Dry

17 December 2020

Wade Moreno

Successful hunts are all about planning, scouting, and marksmanship. From the gear you buy to the spots you scout to the time you spend at the shooting range, the little details can often mean the difference between success and failure.

Here's how a weather proof hunting backpack can help you on your next hunt.

Stealth Mode

Game animals have finely tuned survival sense. When you're looking at weather proof hunting backpacks, you need to choose an option that helps you maintain the element of surprise.

Silent

Have you ever noticed how much noise you can make digging around for something in a backpack? Weather proof hunting backpacks can minimize your auditory footprint by incorporating clever design features. First, look for weatherproof hunting backpacks that feature silent zippers. In most cases, this involves opting for plastic or rubber zippers over metal options. In addition to using silent zippers, weather proof hunting backpacks minimize sound by using thicker and stiffer materials. From weather-proofed canvas to rubber coated nylon, thicker and stiffer materials will make less sound when you need to retrieve something at the bottom of your backpack.

Open Access

Great weather proof hunting backpacks allow for easy access to critical hunting gear. For most hunters, safely storing and silently accessing your rifle is critical. Many weather proof hunting backpacks utilize a bungee cord system that helps pin a hunting rifle to the side of the backpack. To add stability, you some weather proof hunting backpacks also include a stock bump to prevent your rifle from jostling while you walk. In addition to giving quick access to your hunting rifle, you'll also need a place quickly access spare ammunition. Look for options with bullet bandoliers sown onto the outside of the main compartment.

Dry and Almost Dry

Chances are that you don't need everything in your hunting backpack to remain completely dry. Choosing weather proof versus water proof backpacks can help you save money without seriously compromising your comfort.

• Welded Seams: to make a weather proof hunting backpack less susceptible to serious leaks, always choose options with welded seams. Opting for welded over stitched seams will make a weather proof hunting back pack drier and sturdier for longer.
• Dry Compartments: to protect your electronics, wallet, and other items that can't get wet, look for weather proof hunting backpacks that feature dry compartments. These dry compartments are completely impervious to moisture.
• Covered: some weather proof hunting backpacks also features detachable covers to quickly limit water exposure during inclement weather.     

For more information about weather-proof hunting backpacks, contact a local supplier.

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