NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case
- Four sizes to accommodate most maps, charts or books, as well as essentials such as wallets, snacks and a warm hat.
- The HydroLock zip seal provides a totally waterproof closure.
- A clear urethane window lets you see both sides of your map, chart or guide.
- Attachment points in the corners make the NRS HydroLock Map Case easy to lash to your boat or a deck bag so it's always right there when you need it.
- Material: Urethane
- Closure: HydroLock zip seal
- Interior window dimensions:
- XS - 6" L x 9" W
- S - 8" L x 12" W
- M - 15" L x 12" W
- L - 18" L x 15" W
- Overall dimensions:
- XS - 10" L x 11" W
- S - 12" L x 14" W
- M - 18 7/8" L x 13 7/8" W
- L - 21 5/8" L x 16 7/8" W
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Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Waterproof (11)
- Good capacity (9)
- Tight closure (9)
- Easy to carry (6)
- Strong material (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good map case
I used this case on a recent 6 day river trip. Good size for carrying the newer large river maps. Seal was easy to use on the fly, and I didn't have any water...Read complete review
I used this case on a recent 6 day river trip. Good size for carrying the newer large river maps. Seal was easy to use on the fly, and I didn't have any water leakage. Much easier to seal up quickly than my old case. I like that it has tie down spots on all corners.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Map & Guide Book Carrying Case
I'll have to be honest & admit that I have not used the map case yet. I needed a bigger case because the new river guide books are spiral ringed & longer than t...Read complete review
I'll have to be honest & admit that I have not used the map case yet. I needed a bigger case because the new river guide books are spiral ringed & longer than the older books. So, the new books won't fit in my older book cases. The zip lock style closure is stiff when cold as I anticipated. I put it in the freezer to simulate cold river mornings. It's hard to flex & zip when cold. I really wanted to return it, but my husband wants to give it a try. I expect that on our first, long river trip, the corner tie-on holes will tear due to the thin, flimsy vinyl material. Perhaps I'm expecting too much for it to be a river guide book case. Perhaps it IS only a map case. I carry my guide book case on the deck of our canoe, raft, & other tandem boats. The waves crash over the deck where the book sits in front of me. I'm convinced that I will not get too many boating trips out of this case. It IS watertight IF the zip fits together properly. You CAN see through both sides of the case.
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Pros
- Good Capacity
Cons
- Failed Closure
- Leaks
Best Uses
Comments about NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case:
Straped this to a tube of my IK for a week float down the San Juan in So. Utah. I don't know if the silty water did it or what but the seal wouldn't press together after 5-10 open/closures. The seal system seems only marginally better than a heavy duty zip lock bag. Going for a amall clear dry bag in the future.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Capacity
- Strong Material
- Tight Closure
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Paddling
Comments about NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case:
Paddled the apostle islands in October 2012. This map holder was easy to manage even with gloves on. It is the right level of thickness to make it durable yet pliable.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Capacity
- Seals tight
- Tight Closure
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Paddling
Comments about NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case:
You must be careful to completely close the zip locj seal.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
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Comments about NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case:
When the mapcase was prepared for shipping it was Folded rather than Rolled, causing a couple of stress marks on the face from the bends. I am concerned that these may cause a leak or at least impair the visiblity in the future. But for now, it seems to be working OK.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Carry
- Good Capacity
- Strong Material
- Tight Closure
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case:
This case is great for keeping river guides dry and eliminating the nightly river guide drying ritual around the campfire.
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- NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case
Q:
I bought this for my iPad Mini and the XS fits perfectly as if it was made for it. The touch screen works as if the plastic isn't even there. And the water tight zipper seams to work just fine. I think this will work out great for me.
Thanks,
CharlieAsked on 12/26/2012 by CharlieO from Victor, Idaho3 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Yes - they work great - totally watertight!Answered on 12/26/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Charlie,
I would not trust my iPad in this. The ziplock is untrustworthy. I used it in September on the Grand Canyon to protect my river guide and the seal was very hard to close. There was a lot of dirt/ mud in the water that found its way into everything so that may of had something to do with it.
I have a different make of protector that I got from Cascade Outfitters that has a much more positive locking system that I use for the iPad.
Mark
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Great input, Charlie. Thanks for letting everyone know!Answered on 12/26/2012 by Clyde from NRS
- NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case
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I am looking for a case for my iPad Mini. Will the XSmall fit? Does the clear material still allow the touch screen to work well? Is there another one you would recommend?
Thanks for your help.
CharlieAsked on 12/20/2012 by CharlieO from Victor, Idaho3 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Charlie,
Well, I can't really help on any of your questions. I have the larger
case and use it mainly for a navigation map so I don't know about the
smaller cases. I've never tried to use my cell phone touch screen
through the plastic so can't comment there. I will say that the plastic
is pretty thick and I'd be surprised if you could use the touch screen
through it. Would be great though if you could as that would enable you
to use GPS maps while protecting the iPad.
DeweyAnswered on 1/5/2013 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Charlie, I bought the Hydrolock for maps. It works really well for that purpose! I don't see why it wouldn't allow the touch screen to work well (but I haven't tried it). Also, I bought the large size, again for maps, so I couldn't answer the question about the Xsmall fitting. Wish I could be more helpful. RMAnswered on 12/20/2012 by AnonymousA:
Dimensions I've found online for the Mini are 7.9" × 5.30" × 0.28". The clear windows of the XS Mapcessory Case are 6" x 9", so the Mini will fit comfortably in it. I would think the touch screen will work through the clear polyurethane window, but we haven't tried it. Alternatives will be one of the Aquapac cases - http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product_list.asp?deptid=1927 - or the Dri Case Folio - http://www.nrsweb.com/shop/product.asp?pfid=27406&pdeptid=2371Answered on 12/20/2012 by Clyde from NRS
- NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case
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Can this product be folded?
What materiel is the black "frame" made of?
Can the clear area be replaced or is it one piece?Asked on 10/31/2012 by Stephen from Canada9 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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Yes it folds easily. Like a ziploc bag but more durable. The clear and
black are glued together plastic. Replacing it and keeping it watertight
would be hard. Good product!Answered on 10/31/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Yes it can be folded, but usually you will have a river guide or map in it which would make folding difficult. The unit is one piece and black edge can not be replaced separately. My only knock on this item is the ziplock is difficult to close.VERIFIED BUYER
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Yes, you can pretty much do whatever you want to it.... I have used this in
some very rough conditions with no issues....it appears to me that the
window is laminated into the frame, so you would probably just replace the
entire thing. As far as frame material goes...no stiffness or brittleness
in water down to about 40.
Trey
Learn it, Love it, Live it!Answered on 10/31/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Hi - This map case can be folded and it is very effective in keeping maps /
papers dry. The black frame is plastic (same as the clear). The "clear
area" is one piece and cannot be replaced.
CraigAnswered on 10/31/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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This message was originally HTML formatted. View in a HTML capable client to see the original version.\r\n\r\n The product can be folded, but not creased or flat. The frame is a plastic of some sort. It is flexible also. The clear plastic can not be replaced as far as I know. They are quite durable and work very well. I use them in the BWCAW, canoeing.VERIFIED BUYER
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It could be folded with a loose fold, rolling it up would be better
Frame is made of a heavy reinforced vinyl material
one piece construction, could not be replaced
completely watertight, one of the best map cases out there-Answered on 11/1/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Yes this product can be folded, I think it works better to roll it and put it in your deck bag. I'm not the manufacturer, but I think it is some sort of plastic. I don't think it's replaceable, it appears to be one piece. I think it is a good product to keep your maps dry.Answered on 11/1/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Yes it can, but I put in in an NRS deck bag. It worked great for keeping my river maps dry:)Answered on 11/1/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Hello Stephen,
Yes it can be folded but I would not recommend storing it for a long
period folded up. This might damage the window. The frame is made of
what appears to be a coated raft material but is not as heavy duty as
typically raft fabric. The clear plastic sheets are sandwiched between
two identical pieces of frame. The workmanship on mine is flawless.
Just by looking at the edge of the frame I can't tell that the frame is
actually two pieces of material. Since you end up with a double
thickness of frame material, the attachment holes are very strong. I
don't see how the clear plastic could be easily replaced since it is
fused with the frame material. Well, I guess you could cut a damaged
window out and glue clear plastic on the outside of the frame. This
would be probably work.
DeweyAnswered on 11/1/2012 by Anonymous
- NRS HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case
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I purchased a HydroLock, and can't get the seal to work. Is there a trick to this?Asked on 10/28/2012 by Rodney3 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
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No. It is tricky. You just have to try one end, then the other, until you get a piece to catch, and then you can get it to run the rest of the opening shut, but can still occasionally find gaps in the closure. Like storage bags, this is the reason I went from zipper to zip-lock bags. With the external zipper head, the closure works better and you can actually see that it's closed.VERIFIED BUYER
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I also have a hyroloc map case. I haven't had any problems with it sealing. I would make sure the seal is lined up properly and if the problem persists its probably faulty
Matthew Pyhala, D.C.Answered on 10/28/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
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Not really, just start at one end and push down until you feel it lock in,
then just slid down the rest of the seam pushing hard. Make sure you give
it a light tug when you finish to make sure the whole seam is engaged.Answered on 10/28/2012 by Anonymous
