Re: [Paddlewise] GPS/Chart Cases

From: Keith Wrage <keith.wrage_at_charter.net>
Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2003 16:18:57 -0600
Granted, my use has been with maps of inland waterways (e.g., Mississippi 
River) but I run color copies of the maps on 8 1/2 x 11" paper, fold them 
in half (each sheet is now 8 1/2 x 5 1/2") trim the margins and laminate in 
10 mil laminating.  I then assemble them in order and add a wire spiral 
binding.  This small 'notebook' fits easily into the small turkey hunter's 
chest pack that I've attached with fastex buckles to the front of my PFD - 
which folds open to form a small shelf of sorts which is useful for working 
with things while in the cockpit.  The little pack also holds snacks, extra 
compass, wax pencil, some emergency equip - I find it extremely handy - 
plus, if my boat and I go separate ways for some reason - everything is 
with me rather than in a knee tube or behind my seat.

Again, not sure if it is practical with large scale marine charts - but 
certainly works for my use.

K
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