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Northern River Supply 3.8 Bill's Dry Bag

Kayaks & Boating > Dry BagsRated: ***** by 10 reviews.

Altrec

This isn't your father's (1970s) Bill's Bag. Now improved with the most comfortable shoulder straps in the industry and a clear vinyl strip for a better seal. 21-oz. PVC/polyester body and 34-oz. PVC/polyester round bottom. The 2.2 is small enough to fit in overhead compartments of most airlines, while the 3.8 offers plenty of storage for long excursions.

Features:

  • 3.8 cu. ft., 6555 cu. in., 108 litersQ6" diameter x 33" tallR1-oz. PVC/polyester body, 34-oz. PVC/polyester bottom
  • Includes padded backpack straps
  • Sizes are measured fully packed and closed. 16" diameter x 33" tall, 3.8 cu. ft., 6566 cu. in., 108 liters
  • StormStrip closure

NRS.com

The time-tested NRS Bill’s Bag has been a dependable piece of boating gear for more than 30 years!

Features:

  • Constructed with 21-oz PVC/polyester body with a 34-oz round bottom.
  • Expandable for over 6500 cubic inches of storage capacity but can be cinched down with four compression straps to compact and stabilize gear.
  • Sizes are measured fully packed and closed.
  • The StormStrip™ closure system provides a confident seal and allows for easy top loading access.
  • The adjustable backpack harness has a rubberized grab handle and extra wide padded shoulder straps for comfortable hands-free transport your gear.
Closure System:StormStrip™ closure
Material:21-oz. PVC/polyester body, 34-oz. PVC/polyester bottom
Measurement:3.8 cu. ft., 6566 cu. in., 108 liters

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Northern River Supply 3.8 Bill's Dry Bag Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Best Dry Bag I Own

Rating:*****
I've got a bunch of dry bags and this is the best for longer canoe treks (it's too big for kayaking). I can fit everything I need for week+ trips into the one bag and throw it into the bottom of the canoe. It's bomb-proof and great for portages. The strap on my first bag failed due to poor stitching, but Altrec was great on the return/replacement.
Anonymous at Altrec on 09/17/2009

Cavern with shoulder straps

Rating:*****
I'm getting this bag for a week-long raft trip. I was pleased by how well it looks to be made and, compared to the space I'm used to having in my back pack, I'm feeling spoiled. The extra storage bag for it was a nice touch; so when it's not in use, it can be stored neatly.
Mark at Altrec on 04/29/2008

Great service, good price.

Rating:****
The Bill's Dry Bag was as represented and promptly delivered. It looks excellent though I haven't used it yet. The best thing is that your free shipping offer is authentic. The bag was quickly delivered at no charge just as it was offered. I thank you much for that.
Thomas A. Nelson at Altrec on 05/31/2005

great bag

Rating:*****
as advertised and in line with the other reviews I read before I purchased. Took it on a week-long hunting/fishing/canoe trip in Northern Maine. Everything stayed dry, fits a ton of gear, and is well constructed. Shoulder straps were comfortable for the portages. Worth 2X what I paid.
Anonymous at Altrec on 10/30/2008

Great bag

Rating:*****
I just got back from an upper Missouri river float. This bag worked wonderfully and held my tent, sleeping bag, large foam pad, clothing for 4 days, mess kit, toiletries and everything else I needed for the trip. I'm very pleased in every way with this bag.
Anonymous at Altrec on 08/06/2008

Great bag, good for canoe camping

Rating:*****
Use these for my canoe livery for our canoe camping customers. Works out great. Can fit a pup tent & sleeping bag in one bag. Works out great. The shoulder straps are good for short carry to camp sites.
Anonymous at Altrec on 12/31/2007

Great All Purpose Dry Bag!!!!

Rating:****
I just took a spearfishing trip to Costa Rica and this bag worked out perfect in the airport and on the long walks to the divespots
Jordan A. Crowder at Altrec on 09/18/2007

Great Bag-Perfect size

Rating:*****
I am able to put all necessary medicines, camera, sun screen and an extra shirt with room to spare.
mary marick at Altrec on 07/25/2006

great big bag

Rating:*****
bigger than you think! stores lotsa gear..and its tougher than any dry bag ive seen to date.
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/08/2005

just as described

Rating:*****
this bag is just as described online. Can't wait to use it!
Anonymous at Altrec on 06/17/2009