campmeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 I'm sure its been talked about in here somewhere , but couldn't seem to find a post for it . I was wondering if there was a recommendations for water repellent for hunting packs? Preferably something with minimal odor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegunsmith2506 Report post Posted August 2, 2023 Before I went to Alaska a couple of years ago I used Camp Dry on my pack. I did 2 coats a day for 5 days letting each coat cure before the next. It seemed to work really well. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
campmeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 9 minutes ago, thegunsmith2506 said: Before I went to Alaska a couple of years ago I used Camp Dry on my pack. I did 2 coats a day for 5 days letting each coat cure before the next. It seemed to work really well. Thank you. About how many cans did use on your pack? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegunsmith2506 Report post Posted August 2, 2023 13 minutes ago, campmeat said: Thank you. About how many cans did use on your pack? I think I used 3 total. I have also used it on pants, boots, and other gear and it worked well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
campmeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 Awesome and thank you again ! I'll give it a try for this upcoming bow season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted August 2, 2023 There are so many "covers" available. That's the way I would go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzDiamondHeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 Look up diy water repellant with silicone and mineral spirits. Works really well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
campmeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 6 minutes ago, firstcoueswas80 said: There are so many "covers" available. That's the way I would go. I have a nice rain cover for my pack and it works really well , but when I'm in hunt mode in the field and it starts to rain a little I always get torn between keep going and stopping and putting my cover on. I almost always wish i had just stopped put my cover on . lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
campmeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, AzDiamondHeat said: Look up diy water repellant with silicone and mineral spirits. Works really well. Okay thanks. Do you know does it stain fabric with the silicone any? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRDATR Report post Posted August 2, 2023 Thompsons Water Seal. I've used it on tents. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roofer Billy Report post Posted August 2, 2023 Call me I can water proof anything 😁 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzDiamondHeat Report post Posted August 2, 2023 4 hours ago, campmeat said: Okay thanks. Do you know does it stain fabric with the silicone any? zero. once dried you visually would not know it was there. its crazy how the smell completely disappears as well. it WILL add some stiffness. i always run mine through thr drier after to " set" it although no idea if it actually matters i do this on the lower half of my hunting pants to prevent my boots filling up with water. done gloves and hats as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Curtis Reed Report post Posted August 3, 2023 I have had bad luck with pack covers personally. inevitably my pack would still get wet. I use dry bags now inside and just let the outside of the pack get wet. Nylofume bags are cheap, ultralight and work amazing as dry bag/pack liner. I have also used Hefty trash compactor bags which are also cheap and light. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctafoya Report post Posted August 4, 2023 Stay out of the rain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HuntHarder Report post Posted August 5, 2023 Pack cover here. Most everything I could need in a hurry is on my bino harness or front belt pouch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
