

At 22 inches long and 15 inches wide flat and empty, it rolls down to whatever size best suits your equipment. Weighing 1 ½ pounds empty, it’s easy to carry down to the water, strapped over the shoulder, and its external loops allow you to secure it onto your board or boat. The zipper is easy to open and close, yet keeps water out. Isle’s bag features an outside pocket, which my Otterbox-wrapped phone fits into very nicely. During these moments, the last thing I want to do is rifle through a deep dry bag, balancing on my board, and trying not to lose any items as I look for a heavy phone that likely dropped to the very bottom. There are plenty of times I’m on my board, and the light, mountains, water, or my dog capture my awe so fully, I need a picture. What I especially appreciate about Isle’s Gateway Dry Bag is the external pocket. When I’m out on a bigger body of water for half a day, a drybag is essential to carry my phone, keys, jacket, hat, water bottle, sunscreen, and snacks. I’ve been watching the steam rise off the water in the early mornings, but there’s still time to get out there and paddleboard - one of my favorite summer pastimes - (or raft). That said, it’s a nice little accompaniment at evening campfires - again, on low (Do I sound like a public service announcement yet?).

Granted, we remained good neighbors and kept the volume very low because I cannot understand people who ski, snowboard, hike, or otherwise hang out in nature and loudly and incessantly share their music with the world. We’ve taken it on rafting trips since it’s completely waterproof, which is just an added bonus.

Capable of delivering 120 decibels - and, just to put that in perspective, rock concerts typically range from 120-140 decibels - it still generates the highest-quality sound. It produces crystal-clear sound - even when it’s cranked to the max. Warmer weather calls for outdoor parties and music, and this Turtlebox speaker is perfect for delivering the tunes. Here are a few products for your outdoor adventures, whether that’s camping, paddleboarding, rafting, or just wandering. Fall might be right around the corner, but there’s plenty of time to still get out in the warm weather.
