A backpack that has an integral raincoat. The backpack comprises of a bag that has shoulder straps. The bag has a top, a bottom, a front and rear side, the shoulder straps are attached to the rear side. The rear side of the backpack defines a central opening that defines a first compartment that runs from a top rear side of the backpack toward a bottom rear side of the backpack. A retractable roller mechanism has a strap attached to the roller mechanism and the mechanism is attached to the first compartment of the backpack. A raincoat is permanently attached to the strap's end not attached to the roller mechanism. The bag defines at least one front compartment in the front of the bag.