Gourdon Reviews

Roll top waterproof dry bag for a range of activities including kayaking, trekking, canyoning and travelling.

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You aren’t planning a (self-defeating perhaps) ‘stealth’ version with minimal logo/no window (to reduce the chances of getting mugged/ripped off in sketchy places abroad, and of frightening wildlife) are you?
Sans super-evident self-promo it would make an exceptionally fine - perfect - bag for the purpose.

Keep up the good work!

Posted on 29 November, 2006 by morgan

I’ve had the 25l version for a week, it’s brilliant.  Not critical enough?  Ok, let me think...well for running I’ve noticed the straps slip a bit, roughly every 500 paces I needed to pull them tight - this may just be because the straps are new and thus a bit slick.  Also maybe stick a daisy chain/gear loop and mesh pocket somewhere? I guess that would tech it up and detract from what is near perfection in its simplicity though.

It’s a great product.

Posted on 29 November, 2006 by Duncan J

Hi guys - I just spent a week in the Lakes with the Gourdon and loved it. It’s convinced me to abandon my weighty, high-priced ruck-sack/liner combo and is hugely adaptable.

The only addition that my buddy and I could come up with would be a couple of simple loops on either side at the seam - possibly of the type used at the top of the bag - so that we could hook in a couple of compression cords. The main reason for this was that the bag had a tendency to catch in high winds.

Great kit!

Posted on 27 November, 2006 by Tom

Hi Ridge, we can’t stop backs sweating but we will look at alternative fabrics when we make the bag compatible with hydration bladders.

Posted on 25 November, 2006 by Kenny

Any plans to make a different material for the back panel to stop your back sweating?

Posted on 24 November, 2006 by Ridge

We will work on a hydration compatible pack next year. However if you can’t wait that long we are working on a D.I.Y solution that will enable you with out much effort to use a hydration bladder in your Gourdon.

Keep your eyes peeled, Jim for Alpkit

Posted on 21 November, 2006 by alpjim

nice bag, if the velcro closure was at the top rather than the bottom it would be easy to insert a drinking system. a bit hard through the bottom due to the small hole.

Posted on 16 November, 2006 by paul macfarlane

Yes your right

25l 588g, 30L 638g the pad weighs 135g
Site will get update soon

Posted on 03 November, 2006 by Nick

These certainly look interesting. Some important info that seems to be missing - how much do they weigh (with and without the back padding)?

Posted on 03 November, 2006 by James A
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Features at a glance

  • Pouch for hydration unit - Slip your hydration unit in to the backsystem.
  • Roll-top waterproof closure - Easy access, proven design.
  • Removeable padded back - Nice for sitting on, or just take it out if you want to save weight.
  • Taped waterproof seams - All seams taped to be waterproof.
  • Duraflex buckle and toggle closure - Prevent the closure coming undone.
  • Transparent window - Easily find your stuff at the bottom of your bag.
  • Iron-on repair patches - Just in case of little mishaps!