Most waterproof packs and bags tend to be heavy and over-engineered, designed for expedition use in the back of beyond. But what about fast and light adventures by canoe, kayak, pack raft or paddleboard? Or even missions on two wheels or two feet? The featherweight Cloudburst 25 is the perfect waterproof single-compartment backpack. It works for multisport use in all weathers, thanks to a roll-top closure, taped seams and a waterproof nylon main fabric that keeps contents dry. The front shock cord ensures good compression and offers easy attachment options for a jacket or helmet. Meanwhile, wide mesh shoulder straps are lightweight and quick drying yet offer great airflow and breathability. A foam back pad also adds carrying comfort
| Volume | 25L |
| Dimensions | 53 × 28 × 20 cm |
| Weight | 270 g |
| Fits Torso | One Size |
| Load Limit | < 5kg |
The Exped story started in the early 1980s, in a basic log cabin deep in the Canadian wilderness. That might seem strange for a brand that is Swiss through and through. But it starts to make sense when you hear founders Heidi and Andi Brun talk about their wanderlust as young, twenty-something dreamers.
They built the cabin with their own hands and survived through the harsh winter by learning essential outdoor skills. Day-to-day existence relied on what nature provided – teaching them to live sustainably and with minimal impact. It also demonstrated clearly and simply that the most valuable thing to take into the great outdoors is knowledge, not equipment.
Their fledgling company started out as a distributor, bringing iconic outdoor brands to Switzerland. But soon, they became dissatisfied with other companies’ products. They felt they could do things better. So, they did, transitioning from distributor to manufacturer in 1997. What followed was a slew of pioneering products, from robust backpacking tents to down-filled sleeping mats. Generations on, many of those products are still part of the current Exped range – more refined, yet still built to work in the wild.
