Damp gear and slick grips are not optimal, making for a long day. Good thing we have the Monsoon, built top-to-bottom and inside out to protect against the elements. It guards with a water-repellent construction, seam-sealed pockets, mesh slip pockets, and a zippered rain-hood pocket. It provides generous storage with six pockets. And it’s an easy lift at only 5 ½ pounds with padded straps that convert easily to a single.