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Whats the difference between waterproof and water-resistant?

April 26, 2017water-resistant waterproof

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Whats the difference between waterproof and water-resistant?

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Waterproof means the gear can be fully submerged, though depths and the amount of time underwater vary by manufacturer. Water-resistance means the gear can handle splashes and light rain, but not complete submersion. Levels of resistance also vary by manufacturer.