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Gaia Hipster Hip Pack

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Item # 785494

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This is not your granny's fanny pack! The Gaia Hipster hip pack brings waterproof protection to the gear you love to use.

PVC-free, urethane-coated nylon creates a durable, waterproof barrier
Roll-top closure keeps the moisture out and reduces overall volume of pack
2 external pockets with splash-resistant zippers store small essentials
Adjustable waist strap offers padded comfort
Side-mesh water bottle holder

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Gaia Hipster Hip Pack Customer Reviews

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Gaia Hipster Hip Pack

2.0

(based on 5 reviews)

20%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to carry (5)
Good capacity (3)

Cons

Leaks (4)
Weak seams (3)

Best Uses

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- Casual/ recreational (3)

Reviewed by 5 customers

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Sep

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

made with water soluble glue ---ugh

By hikeandpaint

from East Bay

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Carry

Cons

Leaks
Weak Seams

Best Uses

Comments about Gaia Hipster Hip Pack:

I enjoyed the size and versatility of this, until I used it in a kayak. It got wet when I got out of kayak at waters edge. Everything in it got wet as most of the seams came unglued. Will return this to local REI as soon as I get home.
Feel lucky I did not get it wet in deeper water, I could have lost contents of bag - wallet, etc.

Jun

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Great idea, poor execution

By Kerry the backpacker

from Macon, GA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Carry
Good Capacity

Cons

Leaks
Weak Seams

Best Uses

Paddling

Comments about Gaia Hipster Hip Pack:

I bought this to hold wallet, car keys, comb, journal, etc. while kayaking, but found the construction to be far too fragile. First the belt tore off. I sewed & glued it back on and waterproofed the stitches. Then the glued seam on the bag itself blew out and could not be repaired. I replaced it with the Sealine Seal Pack -- far better constructed for just a few dollars more.

Sep

2010

1.0

Not Waterproof

By CCBTOM

from New York

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Carry
Feature
Good Capacity

Cons

Leaks

Best Uses

Comments about Gaia Hipster Hip Pack:

I used the bag at two Disney Water Parks last month and each time water leaked in. I was disappointed and luckily I placed my items in ziplock bags for added insurance. This bag did not work as advertised and is best suited for rainy weather.

Aug

2010

2.0

Good for Easy whitewater

By baymtnman

from East Bay SF

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Easy To Carry

Cons

Leaks
Tears Easily
Weak Seams

Best Uses

Adventure Racing
Sailing

Comments about Gaia Hipster Hip Pack:

I found this pack lacking. I am an avid whitewater canoeist. This pack does not provide the protection I desire. In addition, the pack separated from the hip belt after a few uses. I am attempting now to see if I can fix this unit-otherwise I shall return it. Perhaps in less demanding situations the pack would work-but not for serious whitewater if you will swim rapids repeatedly.

May

2010

5.0

Fully Submerged - Contents Bone Dry!

By Joshua Villines

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Easy To Carry
Good Capacity
Strong Material
Tight Closure
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Paddling
Sailing

Comments about Gaia Hipster Hip Pack:

I took this on a casual 3-hour kayaking trip through calm water and very light rapids on the Chattahoochee. That doesn't mean I didn't capsize. This pack was fully submerged for several minutes, and then dunked several other times. Everything inside stayed completely dry.

It's comfortable and has a strong buckle. The zippers feel a little awkward, and I wish I could fit a 1L water bottle in the bottle pouch (not even close - I would say it caps out at .5L), but these are minor quibbles. This hip pack does the most important thing, it keeps your stuff dry!