Kag-In-A-Bag
Yes it’s a kagoul, but somehow a reasonably good-looking one. It also folds up into the tiniest pack possible and weighs next to nothing. Showerproof rather than waterproof, it managed to put up a good fight in downpour and while it became a little clingy, it did keep the rain out.
Cost £16.99. Stockists Millets (stockist hotline, 0800 214890).
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Aquapac
This is a plastic wallet with a sturdy waterproof clip designed to hold money and a passport when swimming, skiing or taking part in water sports. It’s sandproof, waterproof up to 10m and even floats. The manufacturers advise thorough checks before each use to be on the safe side. When I submerged it in water - and gave it a squeeze - the contents stayed completely dry. An excellent product.
Cost £12. Stockists Catch 22 Travel Security Products (mail order 01257473118).
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Carry-Mac
Lightweight and folds up to be so compact that it could almost fit into a handbag.
Unfortunately, once on, it has all the style of a bin-liner. It kept its promise, though, and proved completely waterproof in a deluge. Definitely a bit of kit worth having for emergencies.
Cost £7.99. Stockists Available at Debenhams, John Lewis, Selfridges and all major department stores.
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Hi-Gear Triple-Fold Map Case
If you don’t mind being seen with a map holder, this one is well designed, with a clear-fronted zip compartment, an extra pocket, two pen-holders and a clip to attach it to a rucksack. It is also light, flat and easy to carry.
However, it didn’t quite pass the waterproof test and leaked at the seams.
Cost £8.99. Stockists PFM Travel Paraphernalia (mail order 01295 750800).
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