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    Fabrics for pack liner.

    I was wondering what kind of fabrics could be used for a waterproof pack liner. Or if its even a good idea. Am I better of going with trash compactor bags? Thanks!

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    Found some 0.51oz. cuben fiber on RBTR. 100% waterproof. Is there any silnylon that would be close in comparison?

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    The problem that I see is that you need a pack liner that is the same size as the maximum inside dimensions of your pack.
    I suppose you could make it out of Cuben fibre with a drawstring closure or a roll top with a clasp.

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    Yes, was thinking about a roll top.

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    Waterproof pack liners can mean soggy pack contents. _If_ your pack takes on water and make it inside the liner there is no way for it to drain out. I have always prefered to use separate waterproof bags than to have one big pack liner. Not saying you are wrong in your desire for one. Just pointing out why _I_ wouldn't use one.
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    That makes sense. What would you recommend for stuff sack material? I think what I may go with is a pack cover from Dutch. Its made of Argon silnylon. It says waterproof. And his price is a bargin I think.

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    Pack covers are decent, but in a good rain or if you,take a spill crossing a over, water's going to get in. Water
    Roof dry bgs- I have both sil and cuben- work well for me: either separate bags for quilts, clothes, and food, Ora cuben pack liner with a roll-top... Or both! The weight is minimal.
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    Thats what I was kinda thinking too. Using some inner liners as well. Thank you for your advice.

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    The only fabric I'd even think of using is silnylon, and it's durability in that capacity is questionable to me. It could work, I guess, but a trash bag (compactor or otherwise) is way easier and in the end, I think, more cost effective.

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    Pack liners have to be abrasion resistant. Sil wil become permeable after a while when used as a packliner I just use a trash compactor bag.

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