Originally Posted By: Rusty
I guess what I am asking is how do you guys protect yourself AND your backpack in an urban setting from the rain?



Personally, I just give my pack a few good coatings of Scotchgard. After I do that I don't have any problems with rain. It sheds water like the feathers on the duck. You just have to make sure the pack has those little flaps of fabric that cover the zipper.