[Paddlewise] VHF water proof bags

G'Day All,

Now with my bifocal spectacles I can start learning to use a GPS as to date
I've been relying on a compass and an oversized map, which I can see
unaided.

Recent posts suggest that I'll certainly get lost with the GPS and in dire
straits as a consequence and I'll need a reliable VHF. So I've sold the old
one, which was on its last legs and have bought an ICOM M72 as its small
enough to fit in my Kokatat MSFit PFD.

Does the ICOM M72 need extra waterproofing or will the usual maintenance for
'waterproof' electronics of washing it in clean tapwater after use and
drying carefully, be sufficient to keep it alive for a reasonable number of
years? If not can anyone recommend a waterproof bag - the Aquapac 224 is
just too large to fit in the PFD and in any case I find Aquapac bags awkward
and unreliable. Otherwise I'll have a go at making one from clear reinforced
PVC fabric. Has anyone else done this? Any tips on suppliers and techniques?

All the best, PeterO
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