Waterproof Gear Guides

SKÖ waterproof crossbody versus Brixley crossbody comparison graphic

SKÖ vs Brixley Crossbody Sling: Which Crossbody...

Compare the SKÖ Waterproof Crossbody and Brixley Crossbody Sling across waterproofing, size, organization, carry styles, price, and which bag makes more sense for everyday use versus serious water protection.

SKÖ vs Brixley Crossbody Sling: Which Crossbody...

Compare the SKÖ Waterproof Crossbody and Brixley Crossbody Sling across waterproofing, size, organization, carry styles, price, and which bag makes more sense for everyday use versus serious water protection.

Diagram showing how waterproof bags keep water out

How Waterproof Bags Actually Keep Water Out

Waterproof bags do more than use waterproof fabric. Learn how materials, seams, roll-tops, waterproof zippers and proper closure work together to keep water out.

How Waterproof Bags Actually Keep Water Out

Waterproof bags do more than use waterproof fabric. Learn how materials, seams, roll-tops, waterproof zippers and proper closure work together to keep water out.

Field guide illustration explaining IPX waterproof protection ratings

Understanding IPX Waterproof Ratings

Confused by IPX4, IPX7, IPX8 or IP68? This guide breaks down every major IPX waterproof rating, explains what each test actually means, and helps you choose the right level of...

Understanding IPX Waterproof Ratings

Confused by IPX4, IPX7, IPX8 or IP68? This guide breaks down every major IPX waterproof rating, explains what each test actually means, and helps you choose the right level of...

Protecting a mobile phone on a whitewater rafting trip

Can I Bring My Phone Whitewater Rafting? How to...

Can you bring your phone whitewater rafting? Sometimes, but your outfitter’s rules come first. Learn how rapids expose a phone to water, impact and loss, when leaving it behind makes...

Can I Bring My Phone Whitewater Rafting? How to...

Can you bring your phone whitewater rafting? Sometimes, but your outfitter’s rules come first. Learn how rapids expose a phone to water, impact and loss, when leaving it behind makes...

SKÖ waterproof crossbody bag versus YETI SideKick Dry comparison graphic

SKÖ vs YETI SideKick Dry 3L: Which Waterproof B...

SKÖ and the YETI SideKick Dry 3L take very different approaches to waterproof carry. We compare waterproofing, capacity, weight, closure design, crossbody carry, price and real-world use to help you...

SKÖ vs YETI SideKick Dry 3L: Which Waterproof B...

SKÖ and the YETI SideKick Dry 3L take very different approaches to waterproof carry. We compare waterproofing, capacity, weight, closure design, crossbody carry, price and real-world use to help you...

Open-water swimming and basic safety equipment

Open Water Swimming Essentials for Beginners: S...

Planning your first open-water swim? Learn the essentials for visibility, cold water, swim buddies, tow floats, goggles, wetsuits, water-quality checks, shoreline planning, and safer entry before you leave the pool...

Open Water Swimming Essentials for Beginners: S...

Planning your first open-water swim? Learn the essentials for visibility, cold water, swim buddies, tow floats, goggles, wetsuits, water-quality checks, shoreline planning, and safer entry before you leave the pool...