How good are Arc'teryx's trekking sacks? We all tried running with them on our backs to experience how they feel. | NEWS

Let's run around the TOTOKEN area with ARC'TERYX bags on our backs! The following people responded to the call of the "HOUYHNHNM's Running Club♡".

When we put the call out on the "HOUYHNHNM's Running Club♡" Facebook page for "up to 10 people, first-come-first-served", we quickly reached our maximum number. Due to the limited number of samples we could prepare for the test run, we decided to hold this event on a smaller scale than our usual group run.

What is Arc'teryx's "Novan Vest 7L"?

Arc'teryx is a Vancouver, Canada-based brand of highly functional outdoor products. While its highly functional clothing and gear are highly supported by climbers and mountaineers, Arc'teryx also offers a full lineup of items for high-intensity activities such as trail running, and is attracting the attention of highly sensitive runners who are particular about their gear.

One of the trail run items developed by Arc'teryx is the "Novan Vest 7L. It is a vest-type pack with a capacity of 7 liters, just right for a one-day trail run.

Multiple adjusters allow you to adjust the fit, and the front pocket has a holder for two hydration flasks (two 500 ml flasks included).

The back of the bag can hold a shell and action food essential for trail runs. Stretch mesh material with excellent elasticity and breathability wraps the contents and minimizes shaking.

The clean silhouette with no unnecessary decoration is unique to Arc'teryx. It is useful not only for trail runs, but also for daily commuting runs and city runs.

Running in the city and parks at night with the Novan Vest 7L on your back!

So, we started running immediately!

This time, the 6.5-km round course starts from TOTOKEN, goes around Kiba Park where the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo is located, passes through Kiyosumi Park, and returns to TOTOKEN.

Starting from TOTOKEN, the group crossed the Sumida River from Kiyosubashi Bridge and continued eastward.

The Arc'teryx ancestor bird logo on the "Novan Vest 7L" is reflectorized. It is highly visible even in dimly lit environments, so you can enjoy night runs with peace of mind.

Two kilometers from TOTOKEN, one arrives at Kiba Park. This park has wide paths for easy running and a 3.5 km jogging course.

There are also unpaved dirt paths in Kiba Park. You can feel a bit like trail running.

After leaving Kiba Park, continue driving through the city for a while in the direction of TOTOKEN.

Then back to "TOTOKEN" to finish!

We completed a 6.5 km run. The "Novan Vest 7L" by Arc'teryx, which everyone tested this time, was well received. Participants commented that the vest "fit well and was comfortable," "didn't shake too much while running," and "was easy to use even when going up and down stairs. Some said, "The design is cool, as expected from Arc'teryx.

It works well in the mountains as well as in town!

The Novan 7 Vest is designed to be highly durable, lightweight, and comfortably fitted for the speedy movements of fast hiking and trail running. However, this zack is not limited to the outdoor field. In fact, it can also be used in town. Here are two advantages of running with a zack on your back in town.

First is the ability to carry a change of clothes. On a slightly chilly day, you start running with a jacket on, but as you run, your body warms up and you want to take the jacket off. In such a case, you can store the jacket in the backpack.

Or, if you want to run from your house to TOTOKEN and refresh yourself in the sauna, a rucksack will also be useful. Just pack a change of clothes and a set of bath items in the backpack and go for a run. This can also be applied to commuting runs.

Second, you can hydrate yourself at your own convenience.

If you keep a flask filled with water in the front pocket, you can drink water while carrying the sack like this. Running tends to cause heat stroke and dehydration due to lack of water in the body. Be careful not only in summer but also in winter. Make good use of your backpack and try to replenish your fluids at the right time.

The Novan Vest 7L is versatile enough to be used both in the mountains and in town, and its unique Arc'teryx functionality and design are appealing. With just this one item, you can expand the range of your running enjoyment. When it comes to sacks, choosing the right size is crucial. We recommend that you try it on in a store or other location before purchasing.