It does have a velcro flap that covers the zipper to keep water out. I can take a short break or run down the hall to refill my water with earbuds securely held to my watchband. No hotspots. Couldn?t take out the screwed in bolts on the pillars of the scratcher but the hooks fit right over them. You can really appreciate the light weight, most noticable when lifting off the mouse. So, for mothers day this year, I ordered my mom three pairs of PJs and had them shipped to her. Update: ordered a 7. For that, it deserves 5 stars Genuine Garmin. Absolutely gorgeous top!