You're an avid outdoor warrior, so why should your PDA scream desk jockey?
Executive leather and monograms don't cut it in the wild, and Eagle Creek has
crafted a PDA worthy of you and your lifestyle. The zippered case is a
wallet, organizer and PDA holder all in one. With multiple pockets for
organization, you don't need to wonder what you should take with you when
you motivate. Plus, it's so cool looking you won't be able to wait to fill it with your
credit cards, ID, change and, of course, PDA.
A front slip pocket holds your passport or other small travel documents.
Open up the case and a stretch mesh sleeve in the inner binder holds PDA
batteries or a stylus (great since the PDA stylus slot always breaks); the
left side hosts a wallet-type organizer sleeve for credit cards, ID and
insurance card. Once inserted, you never have to remove the PDA. The case
opens wide and the right side is a soft Velcro panel for securing your PDA
after you stick three (included) Velcro adhesive dots to the back of your
micro-computer. Leave it attached to the strong grip of Velcro.
A zipper
keeps it all tight and secure as well as relatively protected from the
elements. It would be a welcome addition to see the case waterproofed and
seam-sealed. Until they think of that, be happy it's water-resistant and
sturdy. Made of 500 denier Cordura Plus nylon with polyester lining, both
front and rear panels are reinforced and padded to prevent the PDA from
getting bent or crushed, but I would have liked a soft, inner-chamois divider
between the right and left sides to protect the screen.
As for roominess, the case is flexible enough to fit the Compaq Ipaq along
with its expansion sleeve but at 4.5" x 6.5" x 1.5," there's not much room
left over. You'll have to get a second case for your collapsible keyboard.
One caveat: having everything in one place means the potential to lose
everything at once. On the bright side, a loop handle and metal clip allow
for easy carrying options, attaching keys or securing to a larger bag. It
also comes with Eagle Creek's Lifetime warranty. Unfortunately, it won't
cover the contents!
Msrp: $20
www.eaglecreek.com // (800) 874-9925
Reviewed & Written by Jill Adler, MountainZone.com
Contributor