+SilverRubicon Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 I don't know about the rest of you Meridian owner's out there but I have been looking for a case for mine to attach to my pack for over a month now. I searched online and in local stores with no luck. Even read a post here on attaching cases to your pack, but was no help. Because of the Meridians larger size I was unable to find any cases it would fit into. Other than the one Magellan made for it that was just too large and didn't lend itself well to attaching to my pack strap. It is so large I store my GPS in it with 4 extra batteries and a pen. Well I'm happy to tell you all, that may have been experiencing this same problem, that EMS has come to our rescue, or mine at least. I was in today doing my normal weekly looking around when I came upon just what I had been looking for, a case that appears to have been made with the Meridian in mind. It is the same shape and size as the Meridian and comes with a pack strap-attaching clip. It also has a smaller front zipper pouch that looks like just the right size for an extra set of AA's. It is made by EMS and is called a "Cell Phone Case". But also says on the tag "Padded protection for your phone, GPS or radio". It is black and was $8.00. It may say it is a cell phone case, but after looking at numerous cell phone cases to find a case for my Meridian and having no luck, they were all way too small, I know better. It is a Meridian GPS case for sure. I was so happy to finally find one I felt obliged to share my great find with others. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
+cachew nut Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 quote:Originally posted by SilverRubicon:I was so happy to finally find one I felt obliged to share my great find with others. Were you not happy enough to provide a link? Quote Link to comment
+Stunod Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 Is THIS what you are talking about? "Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand." Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted March 31, 2003 Author Share Posted March 31, 2003 I would have provided a link if I had found or purchased it online. I found and purchased it at an EMS store locally. If you like I can provide you driving directions. Stunod has graciously provided a link for those wanting to see it or wanting to purchase it online. Thank you Stunod. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
+cachew nut Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 quote:Originally posted by SilverRubicon:If you like I can provide you driving directions. Just the coordinates should do That's a nice looking case, let us know how it does in the field. Quote Link to comment
Cracker. Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 how bout pics of the clip mechanism? Art www.yankeetoys.org www.BudBuilt.com http://www.ttora-ne.mainpage.net/ Quote Link to comment
+-=(GEO)=- Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 For my Meridian Platinum, I use an 'Eagle Creek' pouch normally intended for a camera. It even has a built-in pocket for spare batteries Quote Link to comment
Cracker. Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 Hey GEO, when are you & Brogan goin night caching again?... I REALLY wish Magellan would make a Meridian case based on their neoprene Sportrak case.. I REALLY like that case for my ST Map. I protects the receiver at ALL times, even when you're holding it in your hand and fall on your face or @rse... Also lets me read it and usethe buttonswithout unclipping it from my Camelbak strap. Art www.yankeetoys.org www.BudBuilt.com http://www.ttora-ne.mainpage.net/ Quote Link to comment
+Cachealot Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 The one I used is referenced in this thread. Quote Link to comment
Cracker. Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 mkemble, I picked one up exactly like that, although not a Jansport, at WalMart on clearance for $5. I use that one for my digital camera, a smartmedia holder, extra batteries and my cellphone. I hook the sternum strap on my Camelbak thru the beltloop on the back of it, and it sits over my solarplexis. Very handy! Art www.yankeetoys.org www.BudBuilt.com http://www.ttora-ne.mainpage.net/ Quote Link to comment
+Thomas & Dingo Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 been looking for something like that to hold my platinum. Just ordered. Thanks Quote Link to comment
+Cachetrotters Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Cracker7M:I REALLY wish Magellan would make a Meridian case based on their neoprene Sportrak case.. Art / Agree completely. Have one for my Pro. At first it looks like it won't work because the Meridians are pear-shaped--fatter at the bottom. But I think it would work if the case slipped on from the top. Just need a very secure fastening system at the bottom. don Quote Link to comment
The Buzzard's Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 I picked up one of those cases for my Magellan 330 at Wal-Mart for $5 too! Quote Link to comment
+Jamie Z Posted March 31, 2003 Share Posted March 31, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Cracker7M:how bout pics of the clip mechanism? Ditto. Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 1, 2003 Author Share Posted April 1, 2003 Sorry for not getting back to you Cracker7M and Jamie Z before now. I will take some photos of the clip mechanism tonight and try to get them posted here for everyone to see. The clip looks like it should work quite well. It is hinged on one side and you squeeze the other side to open it. The locking side locks with two tabs that should hold it very secure without any issues of it accidently opening. The only potential issue I can see is it is only going to fit over a one inch wide strap. So if your pack strap is larger and does not have any one inch webbing for attaching things the clip may not work for you. But you can remove the clip and use your own attaching hardware to the one inch loop that the clip attaches to on the case. Well hopefully I can get some good pictures tonight that will show what I have tried to discribe above. It is perfect for my Gregory which has webbing on the pack straps. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
Cracker. Posted April 1, 2003 Share Posted April 1, 2003 Hmmm....sounds like a different type of clip.... I'm looking for something to clip to the Camelbak, which has several options: the web strapping, D-rings, and the sternum and waist straps. The MULE is getting cramped though, with all the stuff I've been adding to it... Art www.yankeetoys.org www.BudBuilt.com http://www.ttora-ne.mainpage.net/ Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 1, 2003 Author Share Posted April 1, 2003 Ok I have taken the pictures now how do I get them up here for everyone to see. I don't have a web site I can post them on. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
+Stunod Posted April 1, 2003 Share Posted April 1, 2003 Here are SilverRubicon's pics: "Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand." [This message was edited by Stunod on April 02, 2003 at 07:40 AM.] [This message was edited by Stunod on April 02, 2003 at 07:42 AM.] Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 2, 2003 Author Share Posted April 2, 2003 Thanks Stunod for posting the pictures for me. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
Cracker. Posted April 2, 2003 Share Posted April 2, 2003 Thanx SilverRubicon for TAKING them for me... looks like that clip was designed just for webbing on pack straps... Art www.yankeetoys.org www.BudBuilt.com http://www.ttora-ne.mainpage.net/ Quote Link to comment
+Jamie Z Posted April 2, 2003 Share Posted April 2, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Cracker7M:looks like that clip was designed just for webbing on pack straps... Wow.. Cool, since that was just about what I was looking for. All the cases I've found have belt loops, which don't work for pack straps. I might have to get me one of those. $9 you say? Jamie Quote Link to comment
+Jamie Z Posted April 2, 2003 Share Posted April 2, 2003 Oh yeah.. thanks for the effort guys to get us the pics! Jamie Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 3, 2003 Author Share Posted April 3, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Jamie Z:I might have to get me one of those. $9 you say? Jamie Actually it is only $8.00. But if you have been looking for one like this as long as I have, it is well worth it. I have since attached it to my pack and it fits and looks great. The clip was perfect for attaching to my webbing and makes for a very secure attachment. I can't wait to try it out this coming weekend. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 3, 2003 Author Share Posted April 3, 2003 quote:Originally posted by Leahi:Sweet, is it waterproof? Not waterproof as the closer is a zipper and is on the top of the case. But the case is made out of nylon so I would expect with a good waterproofing spray it could be very water repellent. Plus is you have a Meridian, it is waterproof anyway so not a real big concern. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
+TEAM 360 Posted April 3, 2003 Share Posted April 3, 2003 The only thing I don't like about it is the fact that it has a zipper on the top...even with the recessed screen, there is a chance for scratchmarks on the screen everytime you take it out or put it back in the case. A flip-top Velcro opening would be less prone to cause screen scratches, and allow quicker access to the GPS. Quote Link to comment
+Stunod Posted April 3, 2003 Share Posted April 3, 2003 quote:Originally posted by TEAM 360:The only thing I don't like about it is the fact that it has a zipper on the top...even with the recessed screen, there is a chance for scratchmarks on the screen everytime you take it out or put it back in the case. A flip-top Velcro opening would be less prone to cause screen scratches, and allow quicker access to the GPS. I agree. I have the "Ultimate GPS Case" and it has a nice velcro flip top. Very easy to open and close with one hand. The only thing I don't like about it is the belt loop...I would prefer a clip like this one has. "Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand." Quote Link to comment
+headmj Posted April 3, 2003 Share Posted April 3, 2003 I have been using the ultimate GPS case as well. It works fine with the way I attach it to a pack and I frequently use the belt loop when I am hiking without a pack. The d rings allow for a lot of different attachment possibilities. Quote Link to comment
+Stunod Posted April 3, 2003 Share Posted April 3, 2003 quote:Originally posted by headmj:I have been using the ultimate GPS case as well. It works fine with the way I attach it to a pack and I frequently use the belt loop when I am hiking without a pack. The d rings allow for a lot of different attachment possibilities. How do you attach it to a pack? Do you run a strap thru the belt loop? How does it "ride" for you? I don't mind wearing it on my belt...due to the stiff frame of the case, it rides close to the hip and doesn't flop around. I just feel uncomfortable undoing my belt in the parking lot of some forest preserves... "Just because I don't care doesn't mean I don't understand." Quote Link to comment
+DeerChaser & Company Posted April 3, 2003 Share Posted April 3, 2003 Just ordered the ultimate, thanks for the info... Rino 110 MeriGreen 128 Quote Link to comment
+SilverRubicon Posted April 4, 2003 Author Share Posted April 4, 2003 The Ultimate case looks and sounds nice. However, it looks a little to bulky for what I wanted. Since I wanted my GPSr on my pack strap, which will be on my chest, I wanted the smallest case that my Meridian would fit into. This Ultimate case just looks a little too much to be hanging off my chest while I hike. SilverRubicon Quote Link to comment
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