Review of ALOKSAK Water / Sand Proof Dry Bags

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ALOKSAK Water / Sand Proof Dry Bags
By: Loksak Average Rating: 4.0 Total Reviews: 7
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Smaller than you think

On: 2010-05-19

The measurements given are outside measurements, including the area beyond the zip. So the bags hold less than you think.
Subtract an inch for the zip, and you will have a better idea of size. The bags seem very sturdy and leak proof.

NOT 6X9!!!!!!!

On: 2010-02-02

These bags say 6x9 but that is far below the interior space afforded. Dont buy them and dont try to return them. A busy person only gets 30 days and then they are screwed.

Don't use it for your Kindle!

On: 2010-01-12

I bought these bags all excited that I could read my Kindle without having to worry about getting it wet in the Hot Tub or on the beach. No such luck! The bag recommended for the Kindle is the 9"x6". These are outside measurements as it turns out. You can put the Kindle in, but you will never get it closed. Very disappointing! So for now I am back to using the Ziploc baggies!!!Kindle Wireless Reading Device (6" Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation)

exellent bags

On: 2009-12-12

As described, thick, sturdy water and airproof. Will order more. I use with confidence for photography gear and documents.

Keeps stuff dry, not very durable

On: 2009-12-04

Ive used aloksaks many times, mainly for keeping electronics and maps dry while kayaking and adventure racing. They work well if you follow the instructions on the bag. They tend to scratch easily, which isnt a problem unless youre trying to read a map that is inside one.

I have had a few of the zippers rip away from the rest of the bag, which is kinda a problem, but that is usually because I am rough with them.

Its worth noting that if you want to get rid of the black lettering on the outside of the bag, use a paper towel and some rubbing alcohol and they rub right off! Again, useful if trying to read a map through the bag.

All in all a good bag, but you may need a few extras on hand due to the average to poor durability. Spend the extra money, dont use a regular ziplock bag, or your goods WILL get wet.

Very waterproof, but they get foggy

On: 2009-05-27

These are a great waterproof bag. I use them in a SplashCaddy map case for adventure racing. If you arent aware, you will want to remove the printing on the bag with rubbing alcohol before use.

My biggest complaint about the bags is it seems like UV deteriorates the plastic. After a couple years the bags were foggy and hard to read a map through. They were still perfectly waterproof, but no longer useful to read a map.

Good Product

On: 2008-04-11

I ended up using this bag as my main wallet for my whole vacation. I got three of them, and one of them got damaged by some keys or something in my pocket, so I switched to one of the others. It still didnt leak, but it had little bumps on it like the plastic was stretched. Nothing ever got wet in any of these bags the whole trip. I was careful to seal it properly every time, and I didnt get sand in it. It was just big enough to hold my passport, some cash, atm receipts, etc. Now that Ive tried them, Ill probably get more in some of the larger sizes. Just as convenient as my usual zip-lock bags, but way more durable.

Works like a charm...

On: 2007-12-30

I bought these recently for an adventure race involving a lot of water and mud. I used the larger one for a big map folded in half, the mid size for a information book, and the smaller for a cell phone (I bought several different variety). All three bags worked flawlessly being submerged completely under water at several occasions and through multiple zippings and unzippings. These are a very high grade of plastic and are constructed very well. These arent anything like the space bags I have that cant hold a seal for more than 15 minutes.