Typically, when considering packing up for a cross state driving on your motorbikes, storage space is a major concern. So imagine my delight as soon as I discovered the JakPak, a water resistant jacket which can additionally be converted into a sleeping bag and also a mini-tent basically allowing me clear away some bulky and space-consuming gear from my packing list.
Based on the online site, the JakPak is comprised of a patent-pending layout that features a rainproof, fabric-ventilated jacket with an integrated shelter, insect netting, and the most important, sleeping bag. Composed of urethane nylon and polyester cloth fabric, it is available in sizes from small to XL in two-tone green or most Harley owner's favored colors usually chosen: black and grey.
I purchased the extra large which is around 3 pounds. To help assist with the weight of the jacket/sleeping bag/tent combo the JakPak has suspenders in it that easily cling into your trousers and do help take some of the weight load when taking a walk. Carrying the coat along with the sleeping bag and tent stuffed inside their particular pouches is a bit of awkward as the sleeping bag portion is like a cushion hanging out your rear and the structure of the tent is curled up in a circle in the center of your backside; really not uncomfortable, just uncommon in the beginning.
In spite of this, unless you think you need the sleeping bag or tent portion, the two can be unzipped and removed from the coat. The coat has a drawstring hood, Velcro cuffs, three pockets (two exterior, one interior), armpit zips, storm flaps over the zippers and pockets to help keep the water out, and a primary zipper for additional venting.
Setting up the sleeping bag and tent could be a little complex the very first time, however, you will immediately figure it out. I really find it easier to lay the jacket on the floor, take the tent and sleeping bag from their pouches, then climb in it. This has dual zippers that make it easy to have your feet out if you need to walk around.
The tent section is situated above your head and has netting attached to it enabling you to shield most of your lower body and face. While I will totally agree that the JakPak is well ventilated and you also won't suffocate in it, I still find it to be a little stuffy occasionally and made me perspire (you're basically enveloped in water resistant fabric) even so, I actually do sweat quite quickly. It is really kind of tricky since it also claims that it's a three-season structure however, there is no insulation in the jacket or sleeping bag, so in case the temperature ranges fall, you could freeze except if you happen to be covered up in clothing or with a sheet or extra clothing, which it's roomy enough to try.
Based on the online site, the JakPak is comprised of a patent-pending layout that features a rainproof, fabric-ventilated jacket with an integrated shelter, insect netting, and the most important, sleeping bag. Composed of urethane nylon and polyester cloth fabric, it is available in sizes from small to XL in two-tone green or most Harley owner's favored colors usually chosen: black and grey.
I purchased the extra large which is around 3 pounds. To help assist with the weight of the jacket/sleeping bag/tent combo the JakPak has suspenders in it that easily cling into your trousers and do help take some of the weight load when taking a walk. Carrying the coat along with the sleeping bag and tent stuffed inside their particular pouches is a bit of awkward as the sleeping bag portion is like a cushion hanging out your rear and the structure of the tent is curled up in a circle in the center of your backside; really not uncomfortable, just uncommon in the beginning.
In spite of this, unless you think you need the sleeping bag or tent portion, the two can be unzipped and removed from the coat. The coat has a drawstring hood, Velcro cuffs, three pockets (two exterior, one interior), armpit zips, storm flaps over the zippers and pockets to help keep the water out, and a primary zipper for additional venting.
Setting up the sleeping bag and tent could be a little complex the very first time, however, you will immediately figure it out. I really find it easier to lay the jacket on the floor, take the tent and sleeping bag from their pouches, then climb in it. This has dual zippers that make it easy to have your feet out if you need to walk around.
The tent section is situated above your head and has netting attached to it enabling you to shield most of your lower body and face. While I will totally agree that the JakPak is well ventilated and you also won't suffocate in it, I still find it to be a little stuffy occasionally and made me perspire (you're basically enveloped in water resistant fabric) even so, I actually do sweat quite quickly. It is really kind of tricky since it also claims that it's a three-season structure however, there is no insulation in the jacket or sleeping bag, so in case the temperature ranges fall, you could freeze except if you happen to be covered up in clothing or with a sheet or extra clothing, which it's roomy enough to try.
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