Interviews
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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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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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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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Shop Visit :: RAWROW
We last heard from Seoul brand RAWROW nearly two years ago, in the form of a... 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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Interviews :: Will Snyder J.FOLD
We sat down with Will Synder, the founder of J.FOLD, for an interesting chat... ... 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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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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BRAND HIGHLIGHT
Greater Goods Might Be Our New Favorite Upcycling Brand
Sustainability and upcycling are slowly becoming more popular in the carry world. But one brand’s version... 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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SUSTAINABILITY
This Biodegradable Luggage Might Be the Future of Hardcases
There’s an undeniable appeal to travel. But travel also has an undeniable environmental impact. So PROJECTKIN... Read more
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The Crumpler Brand
After how nice their first video turned out, we got Astrid & Sirio to go check... 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
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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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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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Design Heads :: Interview with Carlos Calderon (Samsonite)
In our ‘Design Heads’ series we pick the brains of the designers behind the carry we... Read more
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New Active Carry-On launched for crowdfunding
Travelteq get Active :: Interview
We’ve given Travelteq some love over the years. Their keen sense for producing smart and convenient... Read more
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Exploring Dyneema :: Interview With Noud Steffens
The name DSM may not be instantly recognizable, but one of the company’s key products certainly... 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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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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Specialist Carry :: Cave Photographer
What lies beneath our feet might be the most unexplored expanse on Earth. The Underworld. A... 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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EVERYDAY
Why Minimalist Design? :: Ucon Acrobatics Interview
Minimalism is in the zeitgeist right now. A global movement pivoting away from the clutter of... Read more
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Outside Influences – Jason Campbell
We’re a carry community and our focus is all things carry, no doubt about it. However,... Read more
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TRAVEL
Rigger to Red Oxx :: Jim Markel Interview
I imagine Jim Markel, CEO of Red Oxx, was the kind of stubborn, unrelenting kid that... Read more
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CARRYOLOGY CLASSIFIED
A Conversation with GORUCK Founder Jason McCarthy
When it comes to cult carry brands, GORUCK is right up there at the top of... 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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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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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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COMMUNITY
An Interview With Attitude Supply
Attitude Supply is a brand born of perseverance and a willingness to learn and adapt. It... 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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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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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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At Home With Millican
A home says a lot about its occupants. The way we keep our productive areas says... 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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Specialist Carry: Ice Climber
On an grey morning in early February, Will Gadd and his team trudged through the strenuous trails... Read more
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Building Elite Camera Bags: An Interview with Ian Millar
For Ian Millar, 25 years of experience culminated into the creation of Shimoda Designs. Beginning with... Read more
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Interview w/Shai Levy
Shai has some amazing experience, and one of the most interesting accolades available in bag design,... Read more
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Lexdray 2012
Lexdray dropped a new collection last week, rather then repaste the PR, we figured it'd be... Read more
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Maker Series :: Rivendell Mountain Works
One of the original heritage brands in carry, and creators of a backpack icon, Rivendell Mountain... 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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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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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 :: 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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SEIL Bag :: Interview with Lee Myung Su
These days, the power of the peddle is where it’s at. More and more people are... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Designing the Ultimate Winter Expedition Pack
Eric Larsen is one of the most accomplished polar explorers alive. He has skied to both... Read more
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Design Heads :: Derick Noffsinger
As a senior industrial designer and company owner, with clients including Black Diamond Equipment, Thule, Gregory... Read more
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Guest #mycarryID :: Electric Wire Hustle
Our first in a series of guest #mycarryIDs welcomes to the carry stage Electric Wire Hustle.... 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