BackPacking Vlogging In The Rain - Helikon Chest Rig
It’s easy to think about best case scenario regarding the weather….
The weather in the west highlands of Scotland is notoriously unpredictable.... and i have seen in some of your videos the rain can set in for long periods...
Even the best breathable waterproof fabric will eventually let the water through...
Even my boots are going to eventually become saturated...
Should i take shelter and wait it out or should i just accept that i am going to get wet and enjoy it ... ??
Waterproof trousers or quick drying trousers??...
It can be very dangerous to continue hiking in the rain
Being wet is part of the outdoor experience right?...
If it rains for a few days am I really putting my damp clothes back on ??...
I researched this product extensively on YouTube so I knew all the good and bad points in advance. But two things were worse than expected. One ruling out summer use is the fact that it’s HOT ! Yes uncomfortably hot. The other is the shock cord on the bottom is so short , even if adjusted to maximum length it’s almost impossible to get anything in it. It also keeps the bottom of the bag cinched together to tight. Reducing internal space. I replaced the shock cord with a piece twice as long. Now it’s perfect. Lastly, Lastly, it was a lot smaller than expected. Even though I watched lots of videos about it.
A really useful product. Well designed. Purchased two of them. Allows you to keep all your essential items to hand, even when carrying a rucksack.
Happy with This, and functions as expected when work with a backpack. The only improvement I'd like to see is a small carry handle stitched into the top.
handy little chest rig with a map pocket and space for tools compass ect the build quality is very good, and it is comftable even with a back pack on
How will i vlog while backpacking ....
Have you ever, during backpacking, had to take your pack off just to get to your camera to start vlogging
.....or search your pockets to find your batteries map, compass or any other small essential?
“it would be brilliant to have everything in one, easily accessible place”? Chest Pack NUMBAT is a perfect solution.
Thanks to it you are able to carry all you essentials on your chest, while numerous external and internal pockets help you have everything organized. Additionally, one of the internal walls is covered with soft velour compatible with VIS inserts. Internal, detachable organizer with transparent map pocket makes it easy to navigate. Limiters made of durable cord provide up to 90 degrees opening angle. Design of the minimalistic, yet comfortable harness will not interfere with any type of backpack shoulder straps. External mounting points, compatible with MOLLE/PALS give you possibility to expand the chest pack according to your needs.
I will be keeping it minimal and simple
Made of 500D Cordura, two elastic pockets on front
Made of laminate, compatible with MOLLE/PALS mounting points on front and bottom
100% Cordura
What is Cordura fabric? Cordura is a collection of synthetic fiber-based fabric technologies used in a wide array of products including luggage, backpacks, trousers, military wear and performance apparel. Cordura fabrics are durable and resistant to abrasion and tearing.
Elastic cord on bottom, The other is the shock cord on the bottom is so short , even if adjusted to maximum length it’s almost impossible to get anything in it. It also keeps the bottom of the bag cinched together to tight. Reducing internal space. I replaced the shock cord with a piece twice as long. Now it’s perfect.
Detachable organizer with map pocket, up to 90 degree opening angle
the the map/document holder is an annoyance. It would have been better to Stitch pocket storage on the back panel.
Minimalistic, comfortable harness with mesh panel on back, back covered with 3d mesh