Thanks everyone for the replies! I appreciate the detailed descriptions....
My bags would probably be a little heavier than the Acorn bags, but I'm not sure, since I haven't been able to weigh them yet....
I see pockets are rather important....and I will be putting some on my next bag! I could use some on my current bag...the small items and extra change get very lost in the bottom...
Hmmm...mesh pockets on the outer sides....good way to keep rain from collecting...
I used heavy canvas on my bags for durability, and the fact that it is a natural product. Weight wasn't near the top of my priorities. A weight-conscious bag would be rather different to make...
Heavy canvas was pretty hard to find in any but natural, white and black colors, in my experience. It got pretty pricey for colors.
Originally Posted by
StephenH
1) Aerodynamic, not box-shaped or with random bulges, flaps, and buttons sticking out all over.
I'm not sure what you mean by aerodynamic....rounded? wedge-shaped? oval?
My waterproofing is similar to oilcloth, but I think it may be slightly more flexible. True oilcloth is linseed oil-soaked canvas. I don't know what is considered oilcloth now...
I used 50/50 linseed oil and beeswax for waterproofing. I found it very waterproof. Heavy rain most of the night with my bags full...everything inside was dry! The tops of the bags were even pooling a little....
That method seems to work, but it seems to be slightly heavier than untreated canvas.