Recently the Scrambler was upgraded with the addition of exterior pockets and the company’s proprietary “Outdry” technology, which is a custom-shaped laminate added to the inside of the pack to form a “waterproof” membrane. It’s also marketed as being more durable and lighter than traditional fabrics. I was excited to try out this pack, not just because of the “Outdry” technology, but because it was to be the first review I’d do of Mountain Hardwear equipment. (I’ve done reviews of its clothing before but not gear.) I’ve always had a lot of respect for the company – it was founded by former Sierra Designs employees in 1993 and their first sponsored athlete was Ed Viesturs, the first American to climb all fourteen 8,000-metre peaks in the world. If he was comfortable using Mountain Hardwear equipment at the top of Everest and K2 then presumably it should be good enough for me.

Read the complete review of the Mountain Hardwear Scrambler OutDry Pack here.