The Rainwalker!

Okay, I do have a confession that I am a geek when it comes to equipments and gears for outdoor sports. Boa Lacing footwears, Yankz Shoe Laces, Buff Headgear, Mountain Bike Shorts designed by riders...the list goes on and on.

So what am I going to review or talk about? Backpack! A waterproof backpack that is a huge fraction of the price of the high end branded backpacks...you know what I am talking about. 

Sometimes I just like those underdog products that does not have a strong branding but have design integrity in them that will last a long time. So, I am testing out the Rainwalker. Rain what??? Yes, Rainwalker. Design and made by a small German umbrella making company. The backpack a roll-top waterproofed back that uses the suspension cradle that holds down a 20 litre drybag. It is not something that is new. Many years ago, Dana Design now under Marmot design a back called the Racer X and Raid Z based on the same technology. It was later used by some of the top Adventure Racing Teams. The design then was pretty much a refreshing breakthrough. But, there wasn't much development after the Dana Design era. 

 Got myself a yellow one more for safety at night

 

Surprisingly, after some years of hiatus, Eberhard Gobel Co from Germany brought it back. So with less than $200, you can get your a well-designed drybag rucksack that you can use it for your hiking, and perhaps a little more extreme adventure. I am taking my new toy out for my numerous adventure (Hiking, Rock Climbing and Mountain Biking) to see if it live up to its reputation. Stay Tuned!

The North Face Enrapture

By the look the picture, you know that the Enrapture is really good and I love it. Sticky Ultratac outsole really helps me on my descent and scrambling.



Walking on Snow

What is surprising though was that the snow and ice haven’t melt on the mountains and we have to cross a few passes that is cover with glacier and moraine. Manage to safely cross the pass without any problem. My feet was totally dry too. Which proves one point that we do not need a vibram sole to have good traction and we do not need Gore-Tex to keep us dry on our feet at selected condition.


Close Look on Snow

One issue that I must bring up is that the heel needs a snug fit, its too loose and I have problem with that especially when I run a bit.