TT Stuffbag WPV – Robust waterproof bag with 15, 25 and 48 liters

This article is sponsored by Tasmanian Tiger.

These new dry bags are a ’24 novelty. Unlike the particularly lightweight waterproof bags, this one is made from a robust and coated nylon fabric, which allows for a completely different range of uses.

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Durable dry bags made from waterproof material

The bags are available in 3 Sizes: 15, 25 and 48 liter. The 48 liter version is not fully filled on this picture.

Here is the 25-liter version, which I consider the most versatile size.

Many similar dry bags are made from super-thin and lightweight material. However, the Stuffbag WPV is made from 420D nylon with a TPU coating. The coating is on the outside, and the textile layer is on the inside.

Since the TPU doesn’t absorb water, droplets simply hang on the surface.

The construction is almost entirely free of seams. Instead, the bag is welded together.

This makes the bag reliably waterproof. However, you must roll the closure tightly and multiple times to ensure minimal water ingress. The bags are long enough for this purpose, and the volume is somewhat adjustable.

The 48-liter model also has a generously sized opening.

The edge is reinforced with webbing, providing some rigidity.

There is also a D-ring on both sides.

Before rolling, you open the valve.

Then you can roll the closure tightly and compress the contents directly.

You must manually close the valve again. It protrudes slightly and appears well-made and robust.

You can either buckle the two top buckles together or attach them to the sides for better waterproofing.

The same type of buckle is used on the side as on the top.

With the tri-glide, the buckle is simply inserted into the laser-cut opening, allowing it to be repositioned.

One slightly annoying thing about the buckle is that it only aligns every second rotation.

The volume marking and TT logo are printed near the valve.

When packed like this, you have a compact and robust bundle that can easily be transported on the outside of a backpack with peace of mind.

Color and Infrared

The color is stone-grey-olive. It blends well with the IRR series, but is a bit darker.

Here a NIR-Picture where you can see the IR performance. The stuff bag with the VI marking is reflective. Next to it is a TT Tac Pouch in IRR and a shopping bag without IR.

Conclusion

I’ve been using these bags regularly since late 2023.

The valve
Without a valve, you always have to push the air out of dry bags before rolling them. With the valve, you can push out much more air, and spare clothing, etc., will feel almost vacuum-packed. 

Field of application
The dry bags stand out for their robust material. I don’t necessarily see them as dry bags for organizing items in a backpack, where I’d prefer lighter models. However, they’re perfect for other uses, like open transport in a load-bearing frame or when you need extra durability. I’ve come to appreciate these bags as rope bags. I use the 25L to transport 60m ropes, 11mm thick, and the 48L for 100m ropes, 11mm thick. The sturdy construction allows the rope bags to stand freely outdoors, and you can “compress” the rope when packing while reliably protecting it from water. I’ve even made a waterproof camera bag by combining padding from the TT Modular Tele Insert and a dry bag.

Final word
Awesome! The only small issues I have are with the buckle (since it only aligns every second rotation) and the lack of a handle on the outside of the bag. But otherwise, it’s great, and I pack anything I want to keep reliably dry in these bags.