BTR Backpack Cover 100% Waterproof & High Visibility. High Viz Rucksack Cover With Reflective Tape

Disclosure: I received a complimentary sample product in exchange for a fair, honest and unbiased reviewOver the years I have used many cycling products from BTR and found them all to be of good quality and offer very good value for money. This backpack cover is the latest addition to my range and offers the same high level of durability I've come to expect from BTR.It's made from quite a lightweight yet tough polyester in bright, hi-vis yellow (orange and pink also available) which stands out in all daylightconditions while the stripes are highly-reflective in vehicle headlamps making the cyclist or walker highly visible - and unmissable which is soimportant in dark conditions. Previously I used a cyclists' high-vis backpack but although bright in colour, it had only one narrow reflectivestrip making it far less visible at night which is insufficient for our black country lanes, nearby busy roads and death-wish dual carriageway. Istuck on some further hi-vis reflective adhesive tape strips but following heavy showers, they gradually peeled off. This hi-vis backpack is the answer, a purpose-made alternative and can fit onto virtually any backpack so no need to buy a specific backpack for sporting activities and, when not required, can simply be folded up small and carried inside with its 150g weight being un-noticed.The cover in its unstretched form measures 47cm long x 37cm wide but it can adapt to fit virtually any backpack. The outer edge is elasticatedall-round to fit over the backpack and two fully-adjustable straps hold it securely in place. When the backpack is removed after a ride/walk/jog thenit takes only seconds to pull the Velcro-straps apart and remove then replace the backpack and there is no need to adjust your own backpack orstraps to fit the cover.The cover can prevent easy access to outer pockets of the inside backpack but the designers have thought of this and included a 15x15cmelastic-topped, Velcro-fastening mesh pocket on the outside for water bottles or gloves etc.During my period of testing this backpack cover enduring the gales and heavy rain of December 2015's Storm Desmond, I also discovered that the cover is waterproof - or perhaps not wholly waterproof but it will certainly withstand heavy showers hence it also adds a valuable extra layer of weather-protection to your backpack whether used for walking, biking, climbing or any other outdoor activity. Also, if your expensive backpack isat risk of damage then adding one of these offers additional protection and it can be far less expensive to replace a cover than an expensivehigh-performance rucksack.I would consider this high-vis backpack cover essential for all road cycling/jogging to be seen and be safe.

Unlike other covers that I have bought this cover actually covers the whole bag and is waterproof! The Day-Glo and reflective detail really ensure visibility. The only slight gripe is the drawcord fastener doesn't very grip well however that was an easy fix and soon remedied with a more secure fitting. As ìndicated on another review the rear light attachment loop is flimsy so best to put the light in the rear pocket.Overall an excellent well made product and very good value for money. Will definitely be looking at more BTR products in the future based on this purchase.

Very good Hi-Vis and WeatherCover for backpacks. Very easy to put it on. Highly visible.The only thing to address is the straps or Velcro and on my opinion it’s a poor choice because if your are using this cover daily the Velcro will be gone in no time. A part of this little concern everything is great.

I love it. Absolutely amazing product. Super high visibility and excellent size. Son goes to secondary school. Has a really large school bag and it covers it perfectly and it's waterproof. Excellent product.

Great fit, I got the large, very reflective and waterproof excellent cover

Great

Have yet to try it in rain,but bit bigger than I thought, covers whole bag strap is big maybe needs bit more velcro, but all in all looks good nice colour

This is good and tough. I definitely feel like I'm obvious to motorists. I've got a fairly big rucksack, so was worried about it fitting. It fits fine. The only issue I've found is the toggle to tighten the elastic is right at the bottom and in the middle, so it sticks into my back when cycling.

Lo uso en la mochila de la moto, tiene buena visibilidad, se adapta perfectamente a la mochila.

Est bien imperméable.Se fixe facilement et solidement.Parfait pour mon ado qui va en cours en vélo. La couleur noire et grise est sympa et permet qu'il ne rechigne pas à l'utiliser. Les nombreuses bandes réfléchissantes sont très très efficaces pour refléter la lumière pour un usage de nuit.

Prodotto eccezionale. Ottimi i materiali e le rifiniture (cuciture comprese). Perfetta impermeabilità. Misure, nel mio caso, adatte allo zaino. Il disegno è talmente ampio e la catarifrangenza dello stesso talmente buona che, pur essendo nero, anche in casa, gli basta un minimo riflesso di luce per vedersi alla perfezione. Avendolo preso nero è anche molto bello e dà un tocco di stile "urban" che non stona nemmeno se viene usato per spostamenti in città (casa-ufficio per esempio). Un prodotto che consiglio senza ombra di dubbio. AGGIORNAMENTO: Acquistato nel 2021 e ancora oggi, nel 2023, è perfetto nonostante la pioggia presa; catarifrangenza eccellente come all'inizio. Confermo validità del prodotto!

I strapped this on the back of my pack even during dry days. It covers the outside perfectly and still allows me to tuck my rain jacket inside (between the cover and my pack). This thing is bright, so I am seen on the road day or night. With the addition of the reflector straps, I glow at night. I am a big bright spot on the road during the day or night.One night my wheels slid out on me on a corner, slamming me to the ground. I have skid marks on the cover, but no rips or holes. My pack still stays dry, even with all of the California rain that we are getting.

Pluspunkte:+ gute Verarbeitung+ Überkreuzgurte garantieren sicheren Halt und Diebstahlschutz+ Reflektion ist gigantisch!+ durch Gummizug und Klettverschlüsse gut anpassbar+ definitiv Wasserdicht, auch an den Nähten+ Extrafach auf der Vorderseite für Kkeinkram wie Schlüssel oder Kopfhörer, allerdings nicht wassergeschützt!Minuspunkte:- Passt nicht auf meinen Dakine Frankie mit 26L! Auf allen Seiten ist was frei.- Befestigung am Rucksack dauert eine Weile, nichts für Leute die schnell zur Bahn rennen müssenFür mich eine lohnenswerte Investition, mit Ü18 will man keine Neongelben Rucksackreflektierüberzüge und der Schwarze gefällt mir optisch gut und war der einzig erhältliche in dieser Farbe.Durch die Gurte lässt er sich extrem gut befestigen, beim Dakine Frankie schaut, wenn ich die Unterseite geschützt haben will, die Oberseite des Rucksacks und ein Teil der Seiten raus. Da ich den Schutz in Kombi mit Regenschirm verwende ist es allerdings egal, da genau die Bereiche abgedeckt sind, die vom Regenschirm nicht geschützt werden.Da ich täglich mehrfach im Zug und auf öffentlichen Plätzen unterwegs bin, bin ich dankbar über den Diebstahlschutz. Ob der gewollt ist, weiß ich nicht, allerding bekommt man das Teil nicht runter, wenn man nicht den Rucksack vollständig vom Rücken abzieht. Durch das enge Anliegen und den Gummizug lässt sich auch nichts zur Seite schieben, um darunter zu greifen. Es würde so viel Gewaltanwendung erfordern, dass man das als Rucksackträger sofort mitbekommt.