all black leather backpack Handcrafted Rucksack – HIDES Fossil leather products support responsible manufacturing via the Leather Working Group. Generation Leather Backpack

Lets get the drawbacks out of the way: The Ruckpack is not very waterproof, and the thin ripstop nylon doesnt inspire as much confidence as the heavier fabric on other bags

Lets start from the bottom up

Tighten your straps as much as feels comfortable to keep the backpack close to your spine

I find,that on my final fishing trip of the year, I run up the Peace River, fresh water, string out my line, to untangle and remove salt, dont be tempted to hunt fish on your final return trip to harbor, then spray rod and reel with mild soap while rinsing,( I have found that soap helps release salt crystals), dry,lubricate prior to storing