Patagonia Book Case for 2nd Generation Kindle
June 1st, 2009 by admin
Product Description
Combining eco-conscienceness with function, the Patagonia Book Case for Kindle 2 provides great protection in a 100% recycled polyester shell. The screen can be viewed while in the water-resistant case, so you can read and protect at the same time. A poly-mesh handle makes carrying a breeze, and the plastic zipper means that you won’t experience metal-interference during wireless access.
Posted in Kindle 2 Accessories
June 2nd, 2009 at 12:09 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Comfortable and secure
I bought the Patagonia case with my Kindle. It arrived about 2 weeks after the Kindle. I couldn’t wait to get the case to protect my Kindle.
June 2nd, 2009 at 3:00 am
Like many Kindle 2 owners I was debating between purchasing the Patagonia case or the Amazon case for the Kindle 2. I purchased both, evaluated them for a few days, and returned one. Here are the pro’s and con’s of each:
Amazon Case +’s and -’s:
+ $10 cheaper than the Patagonia
+ Unique latching system that no other case offers
+ Makes the Kindle 2 feel more like a book.
+ Has a nice velvety interior
+ Has a very professional / business like look
- Smells kind of funky
- Does not prevent liquid or dust from getting into the Kindle 2 when it’s not being used
- Kindle sort of flops around since it’s secured only by the left side and not the back (obviously velcro is an easy work around to this)
- Noticeably heavier than the Patagonia for extended reading periods
- I doubt the Amazon case will protect as well as the Patagonia in the event of a fall since it’s not sealed.
Patagonia +’s and -’s:
+ Water-resistant and dust resistant due to having zipper’s (The zipper’s are a bit stiff, but they are very sturdy)
+ Lightweight
+ Has two carrying handles on the outside
+ Has a small pouch on the inside to store a cleaning cloth for the screen or add another layer of foam protection
+ The nylon straps work surprising well to secure the Kindle. They are not as good as the Amazon case, but you don’t have to worry about the Kindle falling out.
- The Patagonia should be priced at $29.99. No reason for a $10 premium, but then again $39.99 is not much to protect a $359 gadget.
- The foam could be thicker for the price and the front portion should be thicker to offer extra protection for the screen. (The easy work around to this is to simply cut two small pieces of foam and insert in the back and front of the case)
- I am not a huge fan of recycled nylon. I prefer ballistic nylon instead. Hopefully the nylon holds up over time.
In the end I went with the Patagonia for two reasons:
1. I read my Kindle 2 for at least 1 to 2 hours at a stretch. The lighter weight of the Patagonia really makes a difference over extended reading periods.
2. Water / dust protection is a must for me. Since the Patagonia is completed sealed when closed, I am less worried about where I place my Kindle 2. I don’t have to worry about crumbs, water droplets, cat hair etc. getting into my Kindle 2. Overall, an excellent choice. I rate it 4 stars only because it is a bit overpriced.
Update 3-8-08:
1. If you push too hard on the upper left corner of the case, the Kindle sometimes pops out at that edge. Not a big deal, I just changed where I hold the Kindle.
Otherwise the case has held up fine and I cannot reiterate how useful it is to be able to completely zip this case shut.
June 2nd, 2009 at 4:42 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good protection for my Kindle
I am a “throw stuff in my big purse” person. I needed a case that would cushion the Kindle and keep it protected.
June 2nd, 2009 at 8:07 am
Length:: 2:30 Mins
My brief video review of the Patagonia Kindle 2 case. The framing is a little off in the video (sorry about that), but I think the video will give you a good idea of this case.
Patagonia uses environmentally friendly materials, donates 1% of profits to good causes and offers a satisfaction guarantee on their products as well.
Note - if you don't want to have to deal with straps to hold the Kindle in, and you always read the Kindle out of the case, you might consider the Belkin Neoprene Sleeve Case for Amazon Kindle 2 which opens on just two sides for you to slip the Kindle in and out of.
June 2nd, 2009 at 10:51 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Patagonia Book Case for Kindle 2
Case appears well made and Kindle 2 fits well in it. I like the padding; it appears it will provide good protection for the device but I am not crazy about the straps that hold…
June 2nd, 2009 at 2:21 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Patagonia Book Case for Kindle 2
I love the book case. I have a Kindle 1 which I ordered the Red Leather case for. I like the leather case, but I love the soft, protective case for my kindle 2 better.
June 2nd, 2009 at 2:47 pm
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not Secure
I like the feel of the cover and the way it carries. But the kindle is not secure enough in the elastic bands. It needs a method to secure it in the pouch better.
June 2nd, 2009 at 3:17 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Case
I got this case when I got my Kindle 2, and so far I’ve been really pleased with it. I was a little nervous at first because some of the other reviews said the Kindle had a hard…
June 2nd, 2009 at 7:09 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Security
Totally secures my $350.00 investment with no chance of falling out & keeps product dust free. Kindle 2 is my investment.
June 3rd, 2009 at 8:13 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Patagonia Book Case for Kindle 2
This could have had a few more features: optional neck/shoulder strap, a few more pockets inside, an attachment for the charging cord that could be added on with velcro or zipped…
June 3rd, 2009 at 1:41 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Can be improved
John has the hardcover and I have the Patagonia cover (wife) — I do like it but I also see problems. If josseled (disturbed) it can slip from the elastic four corners.