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Mart
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Waterproof Drybags

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OK not the most exciting of subjects but bear with me

Currently using Ortlieb drybags that have a Diameter of 19cm (yes i’m bored and have measured it) Good strong waterproof material

Looking for a drybag as equally waterproof BUT with a larger diameter. Googling not yielding much info. What should i be looking at?
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What kind of capacity?
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Sea to Summit do a wide range of sizes (but are oval in shape which may not be suitable?).
Look at kayaking / canoe bags?
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Is it a 19cm diameter, or 19cm laid flat (just checking)? They are usually sold as volume in litres.
Exped are good quality and range of sizes.
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Can't you get a bigger version and just roll it down more?
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I’m using either a 10L or 13L at the moment
both drybags have the same diameter.

i would just go bigger and roll the top down more, but that just adds unnecessary weight
The ortlieb bags are made of pretty heavy dutyfabric, but guaranteed waterproof which i need as it’s for my sleep stuff
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Have you tried Alpkit? I've just measured a 5l I found under my desk and that's about 200mm, so I'm guessing a 13l would be bigger. The Airlocs have always kept my stuff dry without a great weight penalty.
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Just looked it up : Airlock diameter is 18cm
so slightly less than what I have

Might just have to make do with what I have
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Just looked it up : Airlock diameter is 18cm
so slightly less than what I have
I must have a rogue one :wink:
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