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Design Talk | 2024 Trend Forecast
…what’s coming down the pipe. Once again, we’re proud to launch this year’s forecast with the support of Carryology. The digital report is officially available from today and you can download your free copy right now from this link right here. If you’re new to the Forecast, the digital report is our annual snapshot that aims to shed light on what the carry world will look like in 2024 and beyond. For us, it’s a chance to pause and make sense of all…
Design Talk | 2025 Trend Forecast
…year’s worth of insights to help map what’s coming next. This year of our trend forecast is particularly special, as it marks the fifth year of our partnership with Carryology, the platform that has been the go-to place for the carry community for over a decade. You can download your free copy of the report. Circularity Edition For those unfamiliar, Forecast is our annual softgoods industry snapshot. Throughout the year, we keep an eye on new rel…
Design Talk | 2022 Trend Forecast
…sure?” you may be asking yourself – you’ll have to check out the full 2022 trend forecast. But the Covid effect hasn’t only brought about a shift in new designs. It’s also highlighted the intrinsic value of the objects around us. For many, it’s spurred on a demand for shopping locally and added more luster to buying locally-made products. And for a small but growing number of people, it’s prompted them to go one step further to start making their…
Design Talk | 2023 Trend Forecast
…e’re super excited to be able to share it. The digital report for our 2023 trend forecast is officially out today and you can download it free right here. For anyone who missed the last two reports, the Forecast is our annual deep dive into the topics that will be shaping the carry world in the year to come. From the big ideas down to the littlest details, we map out what’s on our radar and plot where it’s all heading. For us, it’s not about predi…
Design Talk: 2021 Trend Forecast
…ng for destinations that are closer to home, remote or feel secure. Google trends saw a huge spike in searches for safe travel destinations at the start of 2020, a trend that is set to continue into 2021. It is foreseeable that this shift toward car-based travel options as well as camping and hiking will bring an increased demand for non-wheeled luggage, outdoor carry goods and that perfect weekend duffel. A. Van Travel – photo by Johannes Hofmann…
What Wilderness Experts Know That the Rest of Us Don’t
…and in mountain environments around the world. Someone heads out despite a forecast for deteriorating weather. Sometimes they never checked the forecast. Sometimes they saw it, but underestimated how quickly conditions would arrive or how severe they’d become. Then comes the next decision: “It’s not so bad.” Or: “We’ve come this far, we might as well reach the summit.” As conditions worsen, they lose the trail, or become dehydrated, underfed, cold…
5 Minutes with Bless Handcrafted Goods (Giveaway)
…rschel Supply Co., are focussing solely on meeting the image of the latest trend rather than the quality and functionality of their own products. As a result the world of carry is being polluted with vast amounts of similar looking, cheaply made bags that won’t last more than a couple years. It’s one thing to design a product in a way that might appeal to a current trend, but no company can justify the sacrifice of quality in doing so. 4) What’s n…
Nigel Cabourn | The Archivist
…permission he gave. Permission to build a brand on conviction rather than trend, on archive rather than algorithm, on the belief that the past had already made some of the best clothes in the history of clothing and that the honest designer’s job was to understand why. That permission reached further than most people realize. It reached independent makers and small studios — people who had absorbed Cabourn’s approach not through formal collaborat…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 1
…il-oriented hobbies attract a certain percentage of wonks, UL is a growing trend for a reason. Efficiency out on the trail/mountain/river/etc. is a big part of the draw, along with the basic body-mechanical fact that lowering pack weight reduces strain and increases comfort… Comfort you are free to negate by doing something painful like a through hike. How many of us have tried “backpacking” only to find it a gigantic heavy drag? It may seem obvio…
IGNITION Reports :: the Randoseru
…t that little bit more to give their child the best there is. Perhaps this trend could be owed to the declining birthrate? Whatever the cause, the trend is seeing the company sell several tens of thousands of randoseru every year. The making of a randoseru At Tsuchiya Bag Co., LTD. the first step in making a leather randoseru is selecting the materials the use. From there, expert craftsmen skillfully mark out pieces needed to make one randoseru. A…
Korchmar :: What We’ve Learned in 100 Years of Making Bags
…e on it. “You never try and copy,” adds Michael. “You always try and see a trend – and then reinvent to do something better. You can’t just duplicate. That’s what we tried to do.” “You can’t deny a trend in the market, but to be successful as a brand you need to improve on it.” Know your product “Our skills are unusual – almost 100 years working with leather. We really know leather. We were able to make strides and improvements in product based on…
5 Minutes With Monofold
…day. The world is changing fast and so is our lifestyle. Our mission is to forecast what is to come so we can provide better carrying solutions according to the change in consumer demands today. What do you carry daily and how? I carry different prototypes to experience the product. It is absolutely important that the product meets the expectation of consumers not only in design but most importantly in functionality and practicality. A bag must be…
A Conversation with GORUCK Founder Jason McCarthy
…e of gear. But, even more importantly than that, it allows us to perfectly forecast the known demand at that moment in time so that we can service it better. And that’s fun for us. It’s cool that you guys can get what you want or ‘buy it early at a discount, get it later when it’s done’ and we don’t burn that much cash buying something that you guys don’t want. Because, like I said before, we work for you and not the other way around. When will we…
Building Elite Camera Bags: An Interview with Ian Millar
…or something more robust and action intensive. At the same time, I did not forecast that as many landscape photographers would be drawn to Shimoda. There is a demographic between 40-55 that I was pleasantly surprised took to the brand. Which in retrospect is a bit naive since I’m in that group. What are you most proud of from this collection? I think I have alluded to it a few times during this chat, but it’s being able to bring together so many i…
One-Bag Travel: What to Pack for Austria
…ing on where you plan to travel, you’ll want to keep an eye on the weather forecast – for example, the winds in Tyrol can be harsh, while the rain in Salzburg is ever-present. On one particular drive, I experienced sun, rain, hail, and snow, with occasional bouts of wind. Be prepared – bring a light, packable rain jacket, and make sure your layering game is on point. I got soaked in Salzburg while exploring the Mirabell Palace Gardens and again wa…
ORBITGear R103 Review
…ople who don’t need to do long commutes, exposed to the unreliable weather forecast, and live in the safest country in the world (like Japan). Design Looks Aesthetically pleasing, the ORBITGear R103 looks like a way through a military tactical pack and a typical bike messenger backpack. To be a 20-25 liter pack it actually looks smaller than what it can really carry. If you are a fan of daisy chains, you’ll find plenty on the R103. The entire pack…
The Best Winter Clothes and Accessories for Men in 2021
…winter, but depending on where you are in the world, or the day’s weather forecast, I find them to be a great leveller. On the brighter days when you don’t need a heavy raincoat or the brisk winds don’t demand a parka, a good vest can give you a perfect halfway house. This beautiful waxed number from Dubarry was perfect for afternoon strolls, mornings of garden wrangling, and socially distanced beers. Water-repellent wax gives you some security w…
Level Up Your Style with These Must-Have Mission Workshop Jackets
…an adjustable three-panel storm hood, ensuring you stay dry no matter the forecast. The YKK AquaGuard zippers further enhance weather resistance, keeping rain and wind at bay. But it’s not just about protection—performance is key. The addition of underarm ventilation allows for optimal breathability, keeping you cool when your activity level rises. Built in Los Angeles, the Quattro is lightweight and designed with movement in mind, making it perf…
Drive By :: QWSTION Weekender
…into a backpack if needed. A great solution done well. “Apart from the on-trend looks and the high-quality materials, the QWSTION Weekender puts forward a solid argument in terms of transportability with the option of three different carrying possibilities.” When running in the morning to catch my train I enjoy having my backpack well in place. When the straps are nice and tight-fitting it becomes quite comfortable to use the bag in this configur…
22 September Week in Review: Leather Goods, Camera Carry, and Bike Setups
…ad than many a hitchhiker. Plus we have some great insight on the heritage trend and an awesome carry setup for a bike… Taking the bull by the horns: Bison leather goods Bison is rocking a selection of leather wallets and iPhone sleeves that combine rugged good looks with hardwearing materials and durable construction to handle all of life’s daily knocks with ease and keep the contents well protected. The products are made in the USA utilizing Hor…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2013 Report (1 of 2)
…ng, the better the technical outdoor pack – or so the belief was. Now, the trend is quite the opposite; streamlined and light. Add only what is necessary and strip away the rest. Gregory Packs has done just that, but added plenty of exciting features at the same time. The suspensions have been revamped, adding airflow and comfort for users who will be carrying heavy loads over long distances over rough terrain. In fact, my (Taylor) favorite pack,…
5 Minutes with Property Of…
…1 – What key insights drive your stuff? We have never been a brand that is trend-driven. It is always about designing functional bags with clean design aesthetics. We have to constantly evolve and adapt to new technologies as well as the lifestyle needs of the everyday user in order to make our products relevant. Bettering our designs until they are perfect. People often ask me, why bag design? For me it’s about how it becomes a part of someone el…
Design Heads :: Interview with Josh Buller
…brands move past the heritage look and into whatever’s next. Are there any trends or things folk do in carry that drive you nuts? I think a lot of companies put out new product just because that’s what they are expected to do, without a lot of thought on how it will be used or who it is for. A good bag needs a reason to be. You’ve worked with a number of different teams and brands. What are some of the ingredients that help you make better designs…
Brooks :: A History of Bicycle Carry
…out the current heritage craze. How do you think Brooks will fare once the trend tapers off? There has always been a market for high-quality goods, and we don’t expect this to end in the near future. At any rate, it will not influence what we are doing at Brooks. And what do you believe will be the next big trend? We see a lot of interest in cycle touring. What single product are you most proud of from your 2014 collection? Hmm, that’s hard to say…
Pushing the Horizon | At the Helm of Côte&Ciel
…Head designer Emilie lives in a small village outside Paris, isolated from trend and influence; Wembacher travels constantly, absorbs what’s happening in the market, but refrains from research. “Head designer Emilie lives in a small village outside Paris, isolated from trend and influence; Wembacher travels constantly, absorbs what’s happening in the market, but refrains from research.” As 2015 rolls on, Côte’s evolution is poised for further and…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best Heritage Backpacks
Heritage is a trend that has been sweeping across the carry world in recent years. Everywhere you turn, you’re likely to spot a heritage pack. But done right, heritage packs are things of beauty – just like our roundup below of some of the best heritage backpacks out there. Some of these packs are truly heritage – dug up and revitalized – whilst others are inspired by days gone by. However, they all nail key elements to a great heritage pack: the…
The CORDURA® + The Brown Buffalo Collab :: Interview with Douglas Davidson
…lity. I’ve gone through the stage in my life where everything was based on trend or you click into what’s cool, what’s not cool. That’s still relevant, but at the same time I think I’ve been able to develop that editing skill. I think it really is based around that functional point of view. At the end of the day, if someone is going to buy a bag from me, and they have a little insight into my background, they’re typically coming because they want…
A Beginner’s Guide to Tactical EDC Backpacks and MOLLE
…ard to avoid, in fact. It’s impossible to deny that “tactical” packs are a trend that isn’t going away any time soon in the carry world. In fact, at this point it may not even be a trend, but one of the pillar groups. How did this happen? Well, as long as there has been military, there have been people who want to use the gear for their civilian lives (the common day tshirt is a perfect example of gear popularized by military design and use). And…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: Recap Part I
…d the smaller size extremely attractive and a much-needed option. We saw a trend of a few companies releasing products that, on second thought, may have been too large for some of their core demographic. To correct for this, they are releasing smaller bags, with mostly the same feature set as the bigger brothers. In this case, the 28L Allpa has the laptop sleeve, stowaway straps, mesh back panel, and the same anti-theft zippers. The differences ar…
How & What to Put in your Minimalist Travel Capsule Wardrobe
…a travel capsule wardrobe. What’s a travel capsule wardrobe? A minimalist trend that began in the ‘70s, a capsule wardrobe is a wardrobe comprised of a limited number of clothes and shoes, refreshed at the beginning of each season. It’s the antithesis of fast fashion, relying on quality staples you can wear year after year, rather than having to frequently buy new clothes that quickly go out of date. It has other perks too. By carefully selecting…
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