"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""This is the pack I grab when water exposure is unavoidable. It rides comfortably all day, keeps gear completely dry, and stays stable while wading or scrambling along the bank. The waterproof zipper takes a little practice, but once you’re used to it, the protection is worth it.""Rivers don’t care about your gear, and neither does weather that rolls in fast. The Guidewater Hip Pack is built for days spent wading deep, crossing channels, and fishing through steady rain without worrying about what’s riding at your waist. This fully submersible hip pack seals tight with an IPX-7 rated waterproof build that protects everything from fly boxes to electronics. Hydrophobic panels shed water instead of soaking it up, keeping the pack light and comfortable even after repeated dunkings. Inside, a removable organizer pocket keeps small essentials sorted, while the pass-through lumbar storage holds a net securely and out of the way. Designed for anglers who spend more time in the water than near it, the Guidewater keeps focus where it belongs."