{"id":158710,"date":"2025-06-27T06:00:53","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T05:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/?post_type=review&p=158710"},"modified":"2025-06-27T06:01:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T05:01:12","slug":"spinlock-explorer-2l-waterproof-bum-bag","status":"publish","type":"review","link":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/reviews\/gear-reviews\/spinlock-explorer-2l-waterproof-bum-bag","title":{"rendered":"Spinlock Explorer 2L Waterproof Bum Bag\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

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I\u2019ve been using the Spinlock Waterproof Bum Bag daily now for a few months, back and forth from the mooring, by dinghy, by RIB, rain or shine, and I\u2019ve got to say, it\u2019s firmly earned its place around my waist. Though, like most bits of gear, it\u2019s not without its quirks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Specifications
\n<\/strong>Waterproof Rating: IPX7
\n<\/span>Material: Durable PU-coated fabric
\n<\/span>Closure: Heavy-duty waterproof zip
\n<\/span>Features: Internal mesh pocket, adjustable waist strap
\n<\/span>Dimensions: Approx. 21 x 14 x 7 cm
\n<\/span>Capacity: 2 litres \/ Just enough for phone, keys, snacks, and odds and ends<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s start with the good stuff: it\u2019s absolutely waterproof. My phone, keys, and assorted small essentials have survived countless salty splashes, sideways rain without so much as a damp patch. That stiff waterproof zip is the real hero here, although it does feel like I\u2019m trying to zip up a drysuit in a hurry every time I go for my keys or phone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The bag itself is robust as anything, clearly built to last, and frankly, that\u2019s exactly what you want when you\u2019re dragging yourself in and out of boats all day. But the material, while admirably tough, isn\u2019t the softest. I do find myself wishing it were a bit more pliable. As it stands, it holds its shape rather too well, to the point that it traps air. And when I bend over to tie up or lean over to climb into my dinghy, it hisses like an offended cat as the air squeezes out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Inside, there\u2019s a small mesh pocket that should be useful for keeping fiddly items separate. In practice, I\u2019ve struggled to fit much into it. It feels a bit like someone ticked a box marked \u201corganisation feature\u201d without fully testing it with real-world hands or real-world kit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Still, it wears well. The waist strap is comfy and the buckle is nice and chunky. I\u2019ve never once worried about the safety of what\u2019s inside. Though I have often worried I’ve forgotten to zip it closed. It\u2019s peace of mind in a pouch, even if it puffs up like a blowfish now and then.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Spinlock Waterproof Bum Bag isn\u2019t here to win style points or fondle your phone with a soft inner lining. It\u2019s here to keep your stuff dry, safe, and where you left it, no matter how bumpy the ride. It\u2019s a solid bit of kit with a few quirks, but like most things that survive life afloat, you learn to work around them, and even appreciate them. Just be ready for the occasional prrrfffffttt of trapped air escaping like an awkward fart at the club bar.<\/span><\/p>\n

Buy it now (USA)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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I\u2019ve been using the Spinlock Waterproof Bum Bag daily now for a few months, back and forth from the mooring, by dinghy, by RIB, rain or shine, and I\u2019ve got to say, it\u2019s firmly earned its place around my waist. Though, like most bits of gear, it\u2019s not without its quirks. Specifications Waterproof Rating: IPX7 Material: Durable PU-coated fabric Closure: Heavy-duty waterproof zip Features: Internal mesh pocket, adjustable waist strap Dimensions: Approx. 21 x 14 x 7 cm Capacity: 2 litres \/ Just enough for phone, keys, snacks, and odds and ends Let\u2019s start with the good stuff: it\u2019s absolutely waterproof. My phone, keys, and assorted small essentials have survived countless salty splashes, sideways rain without so much as a damp patch. That stiff waterproof zip is the real hero here, although it does feel like I\u2019m trying to zip up a drysuit in a hurry every time I go for my keys or phone.\u00a0 The bag itself is robust as anything, clearly built to last, and frankly, that\u2019s exactly what you want when you\u2019re dragging yourself in and out of boats all day. But the material, while admirably tough, isn\u2019t the softest. I do find myself wishing it were a bit more pliable. As it stands, it holds its shape rather too well, to the point that it traps air. And when I bend over to tie up or lean over to climb into my dinghy, it hisses like an offended cat as the air squeezes out.\u00a0 Inside, there\u2019s a small mesh pocket that should be useful for keeping fiddly items separate. In practice, I\u2019ve struggled to fit much into it. It feels a bit like someone ticked a box marked \u201corganisation feature\u201d without fully testing it with real-world hands or real-world kit. Still, it wears well. The waist strap is comfy and the buckle is nice and chunky. I\u2019ve never once worried about the safety of what\u2019s inside. Though I have often worried I’ve forgotten to zip it closed. It\u2019s peace of mind in a pouch, even if it puffs up like a blowfish now and then. The Spinlock Waterproof Bum Bag isn\u2019t here to win style points or fondle your phone with a soft inner lining. It\u2019s here to keep your stuff dry, safe, and where you left it, no matter how bumpy the ride. It\u2019s a solid bit of kit with a few quirks, but like most things that survive life afloat, you learn to work around them, and even appreciate them. Just be ready for the occasional prrrfffffttt of trapped air escaping like an awkward fart at the club bar. Buy it now (USA)  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4294,"featured_media":158711,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","tags":[2233,24],"review_manufacturer":[],"review_category":[294],"review_type":[],"review_award":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review\/158710"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/review"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4294"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=158710"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review\/158710\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":158717,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review\/158710\/revisions\/158717"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/158711"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=158710"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=158710"},{"taxonomy":"review_manufacturer","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review_manufacturer?post=158710"},{"taxonomy":"review_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review_category?post=158710"},{"taxonomy":"review_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review_type?post=158710"},{"taxonomy":"review_award","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yachtingworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/review_award?post=158710"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}