Waterproof cover for Garmin E-Trex 30 GPS

[gammy leg walker]

Is there such a thing as a clear silicone waterproof cover for a Garmin E-Trex 30 GPS and where if possible can I purchase one..........................many thanks in advance................gammy leg walker.

[WalkingDutchman]

Hi Gammy LW,

That's not necessary:

Waterproof Yes (IPX7)

See https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-the-trail/handhelds/etrex-30/prod87774.html. IPX7 means that it's waterproof against immersion up to 1 meter deep (see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IP_Code). I haven't put that to the test, but rain is not going to be a problem.

I've been carrying mine around in just a simple holster that I clip onto the shoulder strap of my backpack, and I've seen some rain in the Highlands - never a problem. I've also had it taped to the deck of my kayak, and that also has never been a problem.

Cheers,
Stefan

[basscadet]

Yes they are definately waterproof.. Mine still seems to be going strong, despite the rubber rand round the edge coming loose..

[RockyRab]

I dropped my etrex 10 in a river (I meant to do it, honest) and it survived with no ill effects. Does fit in one of these though if you want the extra peace of mind.

[gammy leg walker]

Many thanks for all the replays folks I new it was waterproof but just wanted the extra reassurance of a waterproof cover.As Rocky Rab has pointed out Aquapac have handy waterproof covers and there is one that does a small camera I have my eye on.

[Rudolph]

Will an extra layer of plastic between you and the GPS not make it even more difficult to read in the rain?

[gammy leg walker]

Will an extra layer of plastic between you and the GPS not make it even more difficult to read in the rain?

More than likely,but was thinking I would remove it from the covering to check when reqd.

[stevesey]

Will an extra layer of plastic between you and the GPS not make it even more difficult to read in the rain?

More than likely,but was thinking I would remove it from the covering to check when reqd.

In which case how about a small zip lock plastic bag