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Permalink Reply by Sarah on March 8, 2011 at 8:25am

Only the sensor and transmitter.. don't get the receiver anywhere near the wet stuff :)

Permalink Reply by Lucky Dad on March 8, 2011 at 8:26am

The transmitter (the part stuck to your body) is waterproof but the receiver (display device) is not. When I go to the beach, I usually put it in a waterproof camera case and wrap it up in a light colored towel so it doesn't get too warm in the sun. Enjoy your cruise, jealous as I look out the window at snow. Dan

Permalink Reply by Mountain Biker on March 8, 2011 at 9:12am

I had one Dexcom receiver that got wet from a wave in a Kayak and it failed. I had a second (older) one that went through the wash and it worked fine after it dried out -- go figure!

Permalink Reply by Sindhilicious on March 8, 2011 at 9:20am

strange!

if it happens again, put the receiver in a big bowl of dry rice for a couple days. It sucks the water out!

Permalink Reply by Andy on March 8, 2011 at 9:24am

Mine went through the wash also and survived. I was amazed.

Permalink Reply by Natasha Bowlds on March 8, 2011 at 11:41am

Although the transmitter is waterproof, unless you get a waterproof bag for the receiver, you won't have readings during that time - and for my son sometimes if a little water gets under the transmitter it will stop working for a little, but then resume transmitting after it dries out.

Permalink Reply by Bryan Ritchie on March 11, 2011 at 5:53am

For your receiver, check out these waterproof bags. They are the perfect size and less bulky than some of the other options.

Enjoy your cruise!

Permalink Reply by Andy on March 11, 2011 at 6:35am

I've used those before as durable food bags on backpacking trips. They weren't as durable as I had wished for, but they do last quite a while (at least 10x the life of a regular ziplock.) There's a kayaking company that makes a thicker one that I might go for, especially since it doesn't have text all over it.

Permalink Reply by Andy on March 11, 2011 at 8:19am

Here's the one I think I will buy: http://cascadedesigns.com/sealline/protective-cases/e-case/product

Permalink Reply by Bryan Ritchie on March 11, 2011 at 11:05am

Andy -

These look waterproof bags look great! Are you finding them more durable than the LokSak bags? If so, how long are these lasting for you?

Permalink Reply by Andy on March 11, 2011 at 11:11am

I haven't bought that type yet, but I probably will these season once I start kayaking. I've seen them at sports stores here, and they seem very durable and would seal to be waterproof reliably. I'll report back later in the year when I know for sure.

I did have a few aloksaks, and used them for holding sandwiches and other food things in college. They are essentially a ziplock bag which is quite a bit thicker and has wider seams. They did last a while, but do wear through. They would probably be fine as a water repellent, like if you are in the rain or something splashing. I wouldn't rely on them for waterproofness though, like kayaking where it could potentially be submerged. Just my 2 cents.

Permalink Reply by Andy on March 14, 2011 at 8:43pm

I went to the store today but didn't find those specific ones. I got an Aquapac instead. It was the smallest version which I can't even find on their website, but it holds a Dexcom perfectly. Wast $20

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