Re: [Paddlewise] GPS/Chart Cases

From: <Seakayakerjb_at_aol.com>
Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2003 17:16:26 EST
I have used the Seattle Sports case referenced, and have not been completely 
satisfied with it--I never seem to get a complete seal on the closures.  I 
still use mine occassionally, but not for anything that I want to make sure stays 
dry (I use it with a waterproof chart and carry some navigational tools in 
the smaller compartment.

I also have a GPS waterproof "bag" just like the one from Voyageur--seems to 
work very well.  But, I've only used it a couple of times--so far no leaks, no 
runs, no errors (operator errors that is).

As for a chart case, I'm currently using one of the heavy duty plastic 
"ziplock" closure ones from SealLine (Cascade Designs)--similar to the electronics 
case mentioned.  It held up through a lot of surf during recent BCU 5 Star 
training, and no leaks.  I do find that I really needed to work the closure to get 
a tight closure, but I like the result.

Is there such a thing as the perfect chart case?

John Browning
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