Interviews
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From Rough Diamond to Polished Design :: Black Diamond JetForce Interview (Part 2)
Fresh off part 1 of our interview with Black Diamond’s Pete Gompert, Derick Noffsinger, Nick Rueff... Read more
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From Rough Diamond to Polished Design :: Black Diamond JetForce Interview (Part 1)
If you’re hitting the slopes in avalanche territory, having an avalanche airbag backpack goes a long... Read more
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Carry Evolution :: Boreas Aperture
Boreas Gear gave the world of pack suspension systems a wake-up shake with the introduction of... Read more
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Pushing the Horizon | At the Helm of Côte&Ciel
Stephan Wembacher is a bit under the weather. So he says, spread over two chairs at... Read more
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Carry Evolution :: YNOT Cycle Pan-Yay
Toronto-based YNOT Cycle sprung into gear when owner Tony Mammoliti couldn’t find urban cycling gear that... Read more
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Design Heads :: Henrik Björkman (Haglöfs)
A brand that can boast a hundred years of history is doing something right. Haglöfs is... Read more
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Looptworks :: Moving Towards A Circular Economy
Portland-based Looptworks loves nothing more than liberating the potential in excess materials through upcycling. Co-founded by... Read more
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Carry Evolution :: The Shrine
Under his consultancy, studioFAR, Fernando Robert, has designed soft goods for some of the best: Chrome Bags, Aether Apparel,... Read more
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Brooks :: A History of Bicycle Carry
Brooks has over a century’s worth of history behind it and has built up a solid... Read more
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Carry Innovation :: Interview with Vertepac
“Stan went out to get a joint,” was the first thing co-founder Jeroen Janssen (right) said... Read more
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Huayhuash Carry — Joey Schusler Interview
In the winter of 2014, Joey Schusler and two friends set out to circumnavigate one of the... Read more
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American Luxury Defined :: Interview with Parabellum
As a photographer with a background in marketing and PR, John Pangilinan has made many connections... Read more
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Interview with Kevin Murray of Velomacchi
With an already impressive resume having worked with brands such as The North Face, Black Diamond,... Read more
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Bodypacks :: Interview with Aarn Tate
Look at a backpacker side on, and it becomes obvious that something is wrong. We humans... Read more
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Leader Bag Co :: Baby Business
Diaper bags are a staple when it comes to EDC for new parents. The problem is... Read more
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Design Heads :: Kema Subsomboon (booq)
booq creates a range of sleek, modern carry aimed at the creative professional. There’s a focus... Read more
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Whillas and Gunn Interview :: The Road Less Travelled
When a large part of your time is spent having round-the-world adventures, life’s pretty good. What’s... Read more
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Specialist Carry :: Storm Chaser
For some people an approaching storm means it’s time to head indoors and batten down the... Read more
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Cult Bags :: The Revival of the Jensen
Rivendell Mountain Works is inextricably linked with a legend among bags – the Jensen Pack. However,... Read more
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Interview with Mercy Supply :: Leather & Local
Michigan-based Mercy Supply pride themselves on creating handcrafted products using top-notch and ethically produced materials. To... Read more
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Fernando Bonastre Interview & Roztayger.com Giveaway
To celebrate the arrival of the new Bonastre collection appearing atop her digital shelves Elizabeth Jeffer,... Read more
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QWSTION Interview :: Brand, Beginnings and Business
QWSTION was formed by five founders who shared a passion and a problem – an appreciation... Read more
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Cult Bags :: The Birth of the JanSport Superbreak
There are few carry brands that hold a claim to fame as true pioneers but JanSport... Read more
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Interview with Francli
Francli was born of a desire to create craftwear that embodies quality and longevity. Focusing on... Read more
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Manfrotto Interview :: The Kata Merger
Any sort of rebranding change can be a daunting prospect. When Kata decided it was time... Read more
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Design Heads :: Kika Vliegenthart
Brooklyn-based Kika NY believes in creating high-quality carry goods that blend New York style and functionality... Read more
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Oppermann London :: A New Move
Oppermann London is a brand focused on producing minimalist leather goods that blend Swedish and London... Read more
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The Evolution of the Elements :: Bellroy Interview
One of the most efficient ways to carry is by having products that are multifunctional, lending... Read more
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The Evolution of Carry :: Interview with CO.ALITION
Jeff Popp and Casey Lorenzen first came together through Mile High Mountaineering (MHM), a brand forged... Read more
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CORDURA :: The Business of Fabrics
When it comes to the world of carry, whether you’re a maker or a consumer, at... Read more
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Interview with Kriega
When it comes to motorbike carry, Kriega is one of the first carry names to crop... Read more
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Specialist Carry :: Snowboarder
Big and bulky items can be a real pain to carry – and snowboarding has more... Read more
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Studio Visit :: Boreas and Alite
We touch base with Boreas and Alite in San Francisco to discover what's new and in... Read more
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Studio Visit :: D3 Mystery Ranch
If you head to Bozeman, Montana you’ll find one of the most respected names in carry... Read more
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Interview with Phil Raisbeck :: Fjällräven Polar 2014 participant
For part two of our Fjällräven Polar series we went direct to the source – 2014... Read more
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Interview with Ideal & Co – Living Heritage
Ideal & Co believe that some things stay with you forever, which is why they create... Read more
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Specialist Carry :: Alpine Photographer
Andrew Fawcett loves to capture the passion of snowboarding not only by being on the board... Read more
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Victorinox :: The Science of Luggage Testing
Each piece of luggage weaves a tale, sometimes a good one and sometimes a bad one.... Read more
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Stephen Kenn :: When Art & Carry Collide
Stephen Kenn is a man who lives and breathes design. The materials and areas he works... Read more
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BagWise :: Recycle Your Bag
If the opportunity to make sure your old bag goes to a good home while also... Read more
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Design Heads :: Alec Farmer (Trakke)
For the latest interview in our Design Heads series we reached out to Trakke founder, Alec Farmer. A man who... Read more
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Interview with Eric Fischer :: Inside Line Equipment
These days boutique cycling bags are becoming increasingly popular. Students and commuters alike are starting to... Read more
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Greg Hill :: After the March Madness
Man of action, adrenaline adventure seeker, renowned ski mountaineer…all fitting descriptions for Greg Hill. He has... Read more
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Design Heads :: Interview with James Brittain
In our Design Heads series we get inside the heads of designers who really know their... Read more
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Kitting out Expeditioners in Antarctica
Antarctica is one gnarly place; not only is it as cold as all blizzard, but it’s... Read more
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Design Heads :: Interview with Josh Buller
When it comes to design, experience is key, and someone who has a wealth of that,... Read more
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Andy Mann Interview :: Adventure Photographer
It’s mid afternoon on rarely climbed Rocky Mountain cliff face. The weather is brisk and spring... Read more
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Materials First :: Uliko Studio Interview
It’s refreshing when brands come at carry from a different angle and Uliko Studio does just that. Originally... Read more
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Interview :: One Bag One World
Carryologists always want the simplest solution to carrying better. But it’s not always that easy, especially when we’re talking... Read more
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Interview with Luke Mastrangelo :: Prism concept backpack
Some carry stays in the background. Other carry grabs you, yanks you back and shouts ‘Look... Read more