Panama

Panama was one of our first testing destinations.

Dense jungles, famous surf breaks , caving, sandy beaches, uninhabited islands.  There was a lot on offer for testing outdoor equipment especially given the 90% humidity factor and tropical downpours. We challenged the fabric breathability of some of the sports cloaks combined with heavy rain to test the waterproofing.

We swam in cold low ceiling long caves with the J2 and EP01 backpack and swam and waded across reefs with the EP01to deserted sandy islands. We also navigated fresh and salt water channels inland.

Panama is the perfect tough testing ground once you get away from air conditioning and comfortable accommodation.