Dry Sack for DSLR: I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if...

MarkintheHV Loc: Hudson Valley

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

bsprague Loc: Lacey, WA, USA

REI and West Marine usually have good choices.

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

MarkintheHV wrote:

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

I don't, but call your local kayak/rafting outfitter. They thrive on dry-bags. Good luck. ;-)
SS

orrie smith Loc: Kansas

MarkintheHV wrote:

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

a good quality trash bag.

Clemens Loc: Maryland

I have a couple "OverBoard Waterproof SLR Camera Bags"
They come in different size and they are great for your gear.
I used it at the Virgin River as well.
B&H has a good selection

fuminous Loc: Luling, LA... for now...

Whatever you get, don't go cheap. Having dumped kayaks and canoes, slipped on mossy rocks and been caught in drenching rains... good, heavy duty, dry sacks are worth the money. The cameras and lenses I've ruined weren't in dry sacks...

MarkintheHV wrote:

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

SonyA580 Loc: FL in the winter & MN in the summer

Look up "Pelican" cases on the web. They are expensive, but good.

mikegreenwald Loc: Illinois

There are an uncountable number of effective drysacks, available at any outdoor outfitting store such as REI, Cabellas, etc. All are effective water seals when used as directed. Padding is an independent task.
You might also be well served to get a weatherproof cover for the camera so you can use it in wet conditions.
A cheap way to go is double cover in plastic freezer bags, and wrap with cloths to avoid tears from sharp edges.

mikegreenwald Loc: Illinois

SonyA580 wrote:

Look up "Pelican" cases on the web. They are expensive, but good.

Great for travel, but terrible for backpacking. They're bulky and heavy.

LarryN Loc: Portland OR & Carbondale, CO

REI has dry sacks in various sizes. Not overly expensive, especially when REI has a sale.

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

MarkintheHV wrote:

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

Do a search for dry sack backpack you'll find lots.
--Bob

Reinaldokool Loc: San Rafael, CA

MarkintheHV wrote:

I am starting to plan a top down hike of the Virigin River in Zion this summer. Since the majority of this hike is down the middle of the river, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for some very good dry sacks for my camera gear?

Dry Sack makes a very good Sherry.

rappar Loc: Kingston Ontario

Take a look at the Watershed line of products. Made in the US, these are great and not that expensive. My Ocoee has a padded liner and dividers similar to most camera bags. They even sell it as a kit with everything included.

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

Reinaldokool wrote:

Dry Sack makes a very good Sherry.

An acquired tastewhich I haven't.

;-)

rmalarz Loc: Tempe, Arizona

Reinaldokool wrote:

Dry Sack makes a very good Sherry.

That was my first thought. I'm glad someone expressed it. However, like LRF, I have not acquired a taste for it.
--Bob