Nordlight Roll Top waterproof rucksack

The packaging of the rucksack leaves a positive impression. The shipping box is made exclusively from recyclable and renewable materials such as paper and cardboard and is kept compact, which helps to minimise waste and avoids unnecessary packaging material. However, the use of plastic film for the outer packaging of the rucksack could be reconsidered and replaced with a more sustainable solution. The contents of the packaging are complete and in good condition. Due to the ease of use, there is no need for instructions for use.

The waterproof backpack with a capacity of 35 litres impresses with its modern design and high-quality workmanship made from 520D Tarpaulin PVC and nylon. On closer inspection, some protruding threads can be seen at the seams, but this does not detract from the quality. The clips and buckles are sturdy and the rucksack looks very robust and durable overall. In terms of stability, the rucksack impresses with its robust materials and retains its shape even when fully loaded. The padded shoulder straps and chest fastening contribute to the high level of comfort. Although Nordlight does not provide any specific information on sustainability, the high-quality, robust and easy-to-clean tarpaulin material suggests that the rucksack will have a long service life and a wide range of uses.

We took a closer look at the waterproof roll-top backpack in our practical test. It impressed us with its high level of carrying comfort thanks to well-padded shoulder straps and an adjustable chest fastener, which makes it comfortable to carry even on longer tours. Load tests on the shoulder straps showed that they remain stable and reliable even under high loads, which emphasises the high-quality workmanship of the rucksack. The very large storage space of 35 litres should be emphasised, which offers sufficient space for extensive luggage and makes the rucksack versatile, whether for day trips, hikes or as courier luggage. During the test, however, we noticed that the rucksack only has one inside pocket for small items such as mobile phones and keys. Additional outer pockets would be desirable in order to better organise the storage space. In the rain simulation, the rucksack proved to be very waterproof. Even in simulated heavy rain, the contents remained completely dry, as the reliable roll-top fastener effectively prevented water from penetrating. Cleaning was straightforward, as the robust tarpaulin material waseasy to wipe clean and there was no staining or material damage caused by cleaning agents. Even after repeated cleaning, the material remained dimensionally stable and robust.

Overall, the waterproof Dry Bag backpack impressed in the test with its high wearing comfort, stability and waterproofness and can therefore be used as an all-rounder.