Data Hacking

FIGURE 5-22: Aquapac suited to an iPAQ
Chapter 5 — Protecting and Mounting Your GPS
Some carriers are soft PVC cases that have a special closure at the top to prevent water and dirt
from reaching your device (see Figure 5-23).
These are very effective and both water- and dirtproof. If you want the capability to run cables
to your GPS or PDA, you can get an Aquapac with a special cable port, which is also waterproof
and dirtproof. Figure 5-24 shows an Aquapac containing a cable-connected PDA, sealed
in safely from the environment.
The Aquapac doesn’t offer much in the way of damage protection, but it does offer a great
defense from the environment. It also offers the added advantage that you can still use your
device while it is in the case.
In addition, if you drop a GPS inside an Aquapac into water, the whole package will float, giving
you the chance to retrieve it before it sinks to the bottom.
These cases come with a lanyard designed to be worn around the neck. Personally, I don’t like
this because of the danger posed by the cord snagging on undergrowth and choking you. In
addition, if you trip or fall, the device is in a prime position to take the brunt of the fall.
For more details on the Aquapac range, visit www.aquapac.net.
You might also be interested in checking out Voyageur bags, which are similar to the Aquapac.
See www.voyageur-gear.com for more details.
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