This is actually a very sturdy, comfortable, and attractive bag. I think it is also quite rainproof, although it was only exposed to light rain on a couple of occasions--and everything inside stayed dry. I bought it for an overseas trip during which I'd be riding a bike. I figured that at this price, I could just give it away or discard it at the end of the trip. But, I love it and carried it back home to keep using it. Order it, you won't be sorry.