I just came across a product called 'Watershed ZipDry' deck bag in the Nantahala catalog. Does anyone know anything about this product? thanks, janet lowry, houston *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
jclowry_at_idt.net wrote: > > I just came across a product called 'Watershed ZipDry' deck bag in the > Nantahala catalog. Does anyone know anything about this product? Haven't seen the deck bag, but the Watershed drybags have really bomber construction and an excellent ziplock-type seal. I need to look into that bag, myself. Steve *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I have, I bought several bags with that type of closure and unfortunately the only bag that doesn't work is the deck bag and the company has not returned my notes about exchanging it. But, when the bag works it is good, though it does not close quick enough for me in wet or tricky conditions. Does that help? Kirby Stevens Coastal Waters Recreation Victoria, B.C. Website: http://www.coastalwatersrec.com/maps/ -----Original Message----- From: jclowry_at_idt.net [SMTP:jclowry_at_idt.net] Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2000 4:14 AM To: PaddleWise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subject: [Paddlewise] Yet another deck bag question I just came across a product called 'Watershed ZipDry' deck bag in the Nantahala catalog. Does anyone know anything about this product? thanks, janet lowry, houston *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ *************************************************************************** *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
At 06:13 AM 04/18/2000 -0500, jclowry_at_idt.net wrote: >I just came across a product called 'Watershed ZipDry' deck bag in the >Nantahala catalog. Does anyone know anything about this product? Hi Janet et al! I have a small Watershed Drybag that I use for my camera, radio, maps, etc. Properly sealed, it works real well at keeping the contents dry, but the closure is difficult to work, and requires strong fingers, especially if it's cold. Because of this, I often simply roll down the opening and fasten the straps, thus negating most of the waterproof qualities. Would I buy another? Probably not. My $.02, your mileage may vary. ByeBye! S. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
In a message dated 4/18/00 3:31:20 PM Pacific Daylight Time, jernigan_at_chester.uccs.edu writes: > I have a small Watershed Drybag that I use for my camera, radio, maps, etc. > Properly sealed, it works real well at keeping the contents dry, but the > closure is difficult to work, and requires strong fingers, especially if > it's cold. Steve, When the manufacturer's reps demo these, they seem to close them easily, blowing them up before sealing the final inch of "zip," throw them on the floor and jump on them to show how tough the bag and seal are. However, I have tried them in the store and also found them hard to seal. My question is, have you ever tried treating the zipper with 303 to see if it works easier and still seals? I'd be interested in the results. Thanks, Harold *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Stardate 04-18-00 Harold asks: > My > question is, have you ever tried treating the zipper with 303 to see if it > works easier and still seals? I'd be interested in the results. yes 303 is *the* answer to getting the seal to work effeciently. I have one and if it gets *dry* it is very hard to close. 303 is amazing stuff. Spray some on your rudder mechanics <if ya' got a rudder :P> and see what a difference it makes. Steve Scherrer Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe 250 NE Tomahawk Isle Dr Portland, OR 97217 Phone: 503.285.0464 Fax: 503.285.0106 Web site: http://www.aldercreek.com Email: acks_at_teleport.com ______________________________________________ ----- Original Message ----- From: <HTERVORT_at_aol.com> To: <jernigan_at_chester.uccs.edu>; <jclowry_at_idt.net>; <PaddleWise_at_lists.intelenet.net> Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2000 6:07 PM Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] Yet another deck bag question > In a message dated 4/18/00 3:31:20 PM Pacific Daylight Time, > jernigan_at_chester.uccs.edu writes: > > > I have a small Watershed Drybag that I use for my camera, radio, maps, etc. > > Properly sealed, it works real well at keeping the contents dry, but the > > closure is difficult to work, and requires strong fingers, especially if > > it's cold. > > Steve, > > When the manufacturer's reps demo these, they seem to close them easily, > blowing them up before sealing the final inch of "zip," throw them on the > floor and jump on them to show how tough the bag and seal are. > > > Thanks, > Harold > *************************************************************************** > PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not > to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission > Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net > Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net > Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ > *************************************************************************** > > *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Hi Harold, Janet, Paddlewisers! At 09:07 PM 04/18/2000 EDT, HTERVORT_at_aol.com wrote: >My >question is, have you ever tried treating the zipper with 303 to see if it >works easier and still seals? I'd be interested in the results. Mmmmm, never tried the 303, not having any around, but I did try lubricating the zipper (kind of a real heavy double ziplock affair, for those of you who have never seen one) with a silicone based high-vacuum grease. That did help a bit, but on the downside, it seemed to attract and hold a lot of grit which then had to be meticulously wiped off each time. There IS a technique to working the zipper that at least makes it do-able, but I'm not real consistent at getting it to work. Then too, the bag I have is the smallest one they make, perhaps the bigger ones with longer zippers are easier to seal. FWIW, I'll try to describe the technique that <sometimes> works for me. The zipper is not symmetrical, one side is thicker and stiffer. Lay that side against a flat surface (a gunwale). Grasp the thinner side between thumb and the first couple fingers, with your thumb on the outside. Flex the side you are holding to approx. 90 degrees, and use your thumb and the bend to push the seal together. It makes a discernable "pop" when it mates. I start at the left side and work right, being right handed. Continue this way until the last couple of inches, squeeze out the air (or inflate as desired), and squeeze the last bit of the seal together (non-trivial). Check for integrity. If I get it right, the bag seals great, but as often as not, there will be a tiny leak, and I have to start over. It is much easier to get a good seal if the bag is warm from sitting in the sun or whatever. On cold days, I sometimes can't get it to work at all. If anyone has a better procedure, or any other suggestions for working this I'd love to hear from you! ByeBye! S. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
In a message dated 4/18/00 3:31:20 PM Pacific Daylight Time, jernigan_at_chester.uccs.edu writes: > I have a small Watershed Drybag that I use for my camera, radio, maps, etc. > Properly sealed, it works real well at keeping the contents dry, but the > closure is difficult to work, and requires strong fingers, especially if > it's cold. Steve, When the manufacturer's reps demo these, they seem to close them easily, blowing them up before sealing the final inch of "zip," throw them on the floor and jump on them to show how tough the bag and seal are. However, I have tried them in the store and also found them hard to seal. My question is, have you ever tried treating the zipper with 303 to see if it works easier and still seals? I'd be interested in the results. Thanks, Harold *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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