Kwik Tek Dry PAK DPC-69 Multi-Purpose Case

update: 070109: I now own the kindle DX. And it fits perfect in this bag. Everything else in the review applies with the Dx in the bag they same as the other kindle devices. After all this time of useage, everynight, it is holding up really well.I bought the 9x12. The kindle 2 fits in nicely. I put the kindle in the bag while the kindle is in my oberon cover, and it fits fine. I also have a kindle 1, and did a fit test with it, it fits in with the cover a little tighter, but fits. The plastic is clear, and I don't have a problem with glare. I can use the side buttons on both kindles without problems. The plastic is a little stiff, so the scroll wheel on K1 didn't work well, and the 5 way on K2 took some practice. I could use the keyboard on K2 after a minute of practice. Forget about using the slider to put it to sleep, I put it in the bag, wake it up, and then seal the bag. I'm not saying the slider is unusable in the bag, but it was to much trouble to bother with. The top of this bag seals with 5 twist clamps. I wasn't very trusting of this, so I put some small rocks and some paper towels in the bag (without the kindle of course) and dropped it in the tub. I left it for 15 minutes, which-of course- would never happen even if I dropped my kindle in the tub, but I wanted to give it some time. When I took it out, I dried the outside really well, then opened the bag, everything was completely dry inside. So, for the kindle, it is water proof. I can't test the actual sea worthiness, as far as dropping a camera out of a boat type situation. It did sort of float, by the way. Not in a life vest sort of way, but the yellow band did stay toward the top to be grabbed easily out of the water. I didn't notice any condensation build up, but I put the little moisture absorbing bags that you get with shoes and OTC medicine in the bag when I use it. The stuff is silica I think? I know you can buy them, but I've forgotten the name, I'll research and come back and update that part. I've also just put in some cotton, for short periods, and that seems to have worked, but someone with more technology skills would have to make recommendations to you on that. Overall, I like this product, it works, is easy to use, and for the kindle works well. I also tried other things in this bag, I could fit my iphone and my camera both in easily together. And I have a Sony 505 and 700 and both of those fit in, individually, with their cases as well.

I was looking for a nice waterproof cover for my Kindle 3, and if you've done this yourself you know that the options are fairly limited.When I came across this one, I loved the reviews on how waterproof it was, as well as it's simple design. (The super reasonable price didn't hurt at all, either.) I was sadly disappointed to see that it's not Kindle-friendly... but wait, that review was for Kindle 2.Out of curiosity, I checked the Kindle 3's dimensions. Amazon lists it at 7.5" x 4.8" (the Wi-Fi and 3G + Wi-Fi versions are the same size) and I thought that even with some lost space from the corner reinforcements (you can see them in Kwik Tek's included product pic), it seemed like a good fit.We all know what they say about assuming things though, so I ordered it as an optimistic guinea pig.Bottom line: This 6" x 9" size fits the Kindle 3 perfectly. It's snug enough that you don't lose the light, compact feel of the Kindle itself, but it's not at all tight. You don't have to take my word for it, though, go to customer images for the photographic proof!I ran my own impromptu torture test on the case (this may not be in the directions, but I bet a lot of people head straight to their sinks!). After being submerged for 20 minutes, the tissues I stowed in there were completely dry.On a side note, I really had to weigh it down to keep it under too, because it tries its hardest to float back to the surface. Highly "scientific" tests aside, I'm sure that will come in handy.The vinyl feels heavy duty and not flimsy at all, but it's flexible enough to easily use the Kindle's buttons. The power slide is the most awkward, but still doable.Just one more thing- Kwik Tek clearly states that the yellow plastic part (where the case actually seals) can release bubbles and get some water inside. This doesn't affect the "pocket" at all, but for maximum dryness, you can give it a quick wipe before you slide your stuff out.Bonus tip: If you have the 'official' Amazon leather Kindle cover, here's how you remove it (in case you're like me and didn't think you'd have a reason to take it on/off much): Of the two side tabs, push the top one down and then firmly slide your Kindle clockwise until it's free. Very simple and not at all "rough" on the device, so you can comfortably move between waterproof, leather/lighted, and whatever other kind of case you're in the mood for.Hope this helps! Happy reading everyone. :)

I rarely review an item that I have owned for less than 6 months, but I am making an exception with the 12X16 dry pak case. I have used other, but smaller, dry pak cases so I know that they will hold up to regular use, but not abuse.I purchased the 12X16 because I got tired of wet topo maps. I normally print my own for the hike, backpack or water trip (canoeing or kayaking) I am taking. Since I live in NW Oregon anything over 3 days long on a trip will probably see the weather producing wet conditions. I have used the dry pak twice now, once on a day hike in the rain and once kayaking a long, narrow lake in misty conditions. It kept everything dry and the maps were easily readable.Now several observations that I have made over the years using dry paks: Follow the instructions concerning the seals on the bag. It has to be kept clean. Any amount of dirt on the sealing gasket may cause moisture to get in. I always carry a dry, clean rag to wipe the seal to be sure it is clean. Next like any air tight container when the sun comes out and warms things up any humidity in the bag will start to condense on the inside. Open the bag take things out and use the dry, clean rag to wipe it out. With home printed maps it is probably a good idea if you put them into a sheet protector before you put them into the dry pak to protect the dry pak from the ink on the paper.After the hike in the rain, everyone was impressed that we still had a readable map. Several of my hiking buddies were thinking about getting one for themselves.Finally durability may be a concern. I treat my equipment with care, but accidents do happen. The bag material is heavy duty, but it is a plastic. Treat it with care and keep where a sharp object will not likely puncture it.