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…, to avoid having items wedge against or atop of them. And if your pack or messenger is built for a laptop, beware if it’s against the back panel. When you ride or skate, your back wants to bend, and that laptop is not going to. — Access: Top access is best if you put the bag down beside you and work from it (many work/study/school bags). This lets you leave most items in the bag, and only retrieve them when needed (using the bag like a desk cabin…
Road Test :: Skinth Plus and Skinth XL
…t was to create the ultimate EDC kit which I could toss into a backpack or messenger on the way out the door, knowing that it had every tool I could possibly ask for in a pinch. And potentially even toss it onto a belt if I were heading into a situation where I’d need to tinker with things on the fly, out in the field essentially. The optional horizontal Velcro straps add some extra mounting options if you need them – the outside of a bag or pack…
Drive By :: Tom Bihn Founder’s Briefcase (Giveaway)
…le than the attachés that it’s competing against, but it’s not a body-wrap messenger. If you’re going to be carrying heavier loads you’d be better off with a soft messenger that wraps around your form, or a backpack. You know we’re sticklers for sturdy zips and the Founder is pimped out with a bomber YKK 10 zip for the main entry, and the impressive thing is it’s actually a reversed waterproof zip – it’ll keep your contents pretty dry. Note: it wo…
Week In Review ~ 14 September
…laptops and there is also a tablet-sized version as well. Expanding on the messenger design The lifetime warranty that Minnesota-based Battle Lake Outdoors offers on all their products is pretty awesome but the key attribute of their North Shore Shoulder Bag is the handy expansion capability. The bottom of the main compartment expands via a zipper, making it convenient for carrying bulkier items in a messenger format or when you just need that lit…
Week In Review ~ 2 August
…but nothing quite like their latest campaign for the Peak Design Everyday Messenger. The most successful campaign of its category in the history of Kickstarter, it blazed past its funding goal in less than two hours after it launched and has already well surpassed the million-dollar mark. So what’s making it so popular? Well it’s a thoughtfully designed camera bag that – as the name implies – also serves as an everyday bag. Created in partnership…
Urban Kraft :: Paper Just Rolled into Fashion
…ater-resistent and tear-resistant, their designs range from a backpack and messenger, to a duffle, wallet, tote and more. Naturally, our carry curiosity was piqued… . Hey, great idea and kinda hard to believe. How does this papery material work? Give us the geeky details. The papery material is a soft and flexible paper textile derived from wood pulp and recycled PET fiber extracted from bark, bamboo, and the gampi tree that grows in Japan. This c…
The Ultimate Carry Awards Giveaway
…awesome prize pack. 1 winner! Prize Pack Osprey Atmos AG 50 / Best Active Backpack Alchemy Equipment AEL008 Carry On / Best Carry On Pacsafe Instasafe Z400 / Best Work Messenger Incase ICON sleeve / Best Accessory Arc’teryx Lunara 17 / Best Active Messenger Competition Closed. …
Hall of Fame :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…with 2 points And your 2nd choice just with the 1 point. – Chrome Citizen Messenger Bag One of the most recognized bags in the entire carry scene. This bag single-handedly (single speed?) encouraged many of us to seriously entertain the idea of becoming a bike messenger. And while this bag is certainly a classic, it’s never really faded from our view. – Karrimor Whillans Alpiniste 1964 Not just an iconic pack, THE iconic pack. This pack kickstart…
Outdoor Retailer :: Winter Market Recap
…ed Collection. While I think the trampoline frame is a little messy on the messenger bag, I loved the Fidlock buckles and unique leather flap. Also featured is an update to their now ubiquitous Especial messenger bag, featuring mitering on the flap for ease of access while wearing it, plus a host of other details. Dakine Dakine came to the show with a showroom packed with new carry. I found a couple pieces I really liked, including an update to th…
Drive By :: Côte&Ciel Bowler Bag (Giveaway)
…r Bag is a daily-use bag for women and can be considered a cross between a messenger and a handbag. It’s got personality, it’s interesting and it comes in a bunch of different fabrics which are really cute. Plus it holds all your day-to-day tech. We really like this bag and we’ll explain why below… Design The bag has a central zipper and splits out with sides. There’s a section for a 13-inch laptop in the center, with space on each side of it to p…
NoteMaker ‘Introduction’ Giveaway
…that’s super easy to win! ‘Introduction’ Giveaway Prize Pack 1) DEFY Recon Messenger An awesome, versatile messenger, handmade, and great for the office or university campus. Can swallow a 15 or 17 inch laptop and is constructed of 20oz (566gram) waxed canvas that ages well, licked with that rugged vibe that we know you’ll dig. – 2) Kaweco Liliput Ballpoint A great traveler’s pen – compact, thin, lightweight and super smooth to write with. It ha…
Design Heads :: Kika Vliegenthart
…eakfast. Who do you look to in the bags world? Who does rad stuff? Bicycle messenger bags, bags used in the fields, oceans and mountains by indigenous people, Swiss army bags and old tool bags. Isaac Reina is our hero. Are there any trends or things folk do in carry that drive you nuts? Not really, I think it’s always fun to see what people come up with to try make their life easier in the streets of New York. It’s mostly information for us. And m…
Chrome Industries :: HQ Visit
…akers and apparel and carry that reaches beyond their salvaged seat-buckle messenger roots and into the realms of photography and the everyday commuter. “We want to be able to be a solution for people who live in the city,” Matt tells me. “That’s one of our taglines and something that’s part of our ethos as we go forth and develop any products. The first 18 years of our existence was exclusive to bike and that’s all we were really thinking about….
Week In Review ~ 13 July
…h…out with the old, in with the new. Other times you want a change that’s a little less dramatic, maintaining the familiar but with just enough of a twist to keep things exciting. The latter is the approach Chrome have taken with their new Rustic Classic Messenger. The bag retains Chrome’s Classic Messenger shape but the bottom bucket is made out of synthetic suede, giving it a more rustic style and feel and also making it a vegan-friendly option…
Design Heads :: Interview with Chris Pitts
…bottom of the bag. I’m not a big fan of all these homemade, DIY, Etsy-type messenger bags and backpacks that all look the same because it’s the easiest pattern to make and sew. They look like bricks. No style… You’ve worked with a number of different teams and brands. What are some of the ingredients that help you make better designs? Is it about good managers or good customers? Good managers are important when it comes to having someone to back y…
Week In Review ~ 1 June
…most cases, doesn’t fulfil our regular EDC needs either. Could the FaceOff messenger be a solution to accommodating changing EDC requirements? The messenger is designed as a base bag that accepts a variety of interchangeable flaps, so you can pick one to suit your work environment, another for leisure use, swop over to the EL light-stripe flap for cycling or expand the bag’s capacity by choosing the flap with external pockets. If this changeable c…
Road Test :: Arc’teryx Covert Case C/O
…to things. And it generally works better for those carrying an additional messenger or satchel, as this can be ditched in your accommodation. Who it doesn’t suit If you’re hauling a bag for long periods, there are more comfortable bags and cases. If you only want one bag, and/or you’re accessing things on the go, you’ll need a bag with external pocketing, so this isn’t for you. And if you’re on a tight budget, there are more affordable bags out t…
The Second Annual Carry Awards
…any travel you do. Click here to peep last year’s award post. – Best Work Messenger: Work focused – these bags suit an office space, but also work on the commute and any travel you do. Click here to peep last year’s award post. – Best Active Backpack: Play focused – whether for sports and activities, or just versatile carry that you can do lots with, these bags play outside on your bike, or even your hover-board (still waiting on that one!). Clic…
Week In Review ~ 9 November
…case if you want to wow in the office and then sling it over your shoulder messenger-style or carry it as a backpack while you’re on the move. The back straps can be removed completely for a briefcase look or you can use one as the messenger shoulder strap. There’s an exterior pocket concealed under the flap and an interior zipped pocket and the bag will hold up to a 13-inch laptop. Luxury leather tech and travel carry There’s a new kid on the blo…
The Second Annual Carry Awards :: Roundup
…ystem Highly Commended: Patagonia 35-liter Ascensionist Pack — Best Active Messenger Winner: Trakke Wee Lug Highly Commended: Timbuk2 Especial Highly Commended: Crumpler Wren — Best Work Backpack Winner: Cote&Ciel Twin Touch Isar Highly Commended: Modern Industry Drive Rolltop Highly Commended: GORUCK GRO — Best Work Messenger Winner: Filson Padded Computer Bag Highly Commended: Modern Industry Faraday Highly Commended: Cote&Ciel Seine Bowler — Be…
Carry Wishlists (2014) :: Taylor
…monsoon, this would be it. Keen to buy? – 3) Black Rainbow Project: “Red” Messenger Bag ($???) Perhaps the most bad ass messenger bag of all time? Enough said. Well, that’s not going to happen, so don’t even try… not in the immediate future anyway. – 4) Arc’teryx (LEAF): Khard 30 Backpack ($359) I have a soft spot in my heart for military packs. I guess because they’re overbuilt with super tough materials using heavy-duty construction, as well as…
Week In Review ~ 19 April
…rk Espelette collection is one to check out. The collection incorporates a messenger bag and tablet sleeve constructed out of French vegetable-tanned leather and Australian wool felt. The messenger bag can hold up to a 13-inch laptop and converts to a sleeve by removing the strap, while the tablet sleeve holds up to a 10-inch tablet. The collection is also currently available via a Kickstarter campaign which provides further insight into the inspi…
5 mins with Greenroom136 (Giveaway)
…ggles and he took in our advice and made the changes necessary to make his messenger more awesome. Nice one Patrick! And guess what, his once humble start-up has now turned three and is doing some great things in his home country of Malaysia and abroad. So we stole a few minutes with the man with the ape on his gear… What key insights drive your stuff? Function, form and durability. We spend a lot of time talking to the fans and prospects. Hearing…
Week In Review ~ 29 January
…out from the crowd? So does the WaterField Designs Maverick Leather Laptop Messenger with its mix of old-school charm and modern-day functionality. Bringing rugged durability and a touch of luxury to your daily carry, the Maverick is crafted in San Francisco from full-grain leather in a choice of colorways that will develop a unique patina with use. Available in full and compact sizes, the eye-catching bag features dedicated pockets for a laptop a…
Week In Review ~ September 25
…ack, as well as three new pieces including the Amsterdam Brief, the Mumbai Messenger and the Rome Pack. See the full collection here. Professional protection for precious camera cargo Traveling with valuable camera equipment can be a turbulent experience. That’s why Manfrotto created the Pro Light Reloader-55 Roller Bag. This international carry-on size bag securely stores camera gear when you’re on the go, and features a shock-absorbent and water…
Sportique Presents :: Best Backpacks Under $100
…er-resistant construction helps keep the elements at bay. RAINS Waterproof Messenger Bag Weather protection in a pared-back form. The lack of organization means this bag won’t suit everyone. But if you like using separate cases and pouches to organize gear, you appreciate understated form, and you want peace of mind when cloudy skies are on the horizon, it’s certainly one to check out. Topo Designs Y-Pack Backpack Whether your day leads along the…
Cardamon Wallet Review :: Drive By
…“lost” at the bottom of my pockets, or in the bottomless pit of a backpack messenger bag. As a male who carries his wallet in a back pocket, I am constantly doing a subconscious “feel check”. During the week I carried the Cardamon Wallet, I found myself doing physical “safety checks” (just a quick tap of the pants pocket) to make sure it was there. I’ve also found that when you put the limit (8 cards, some cash), the way the wallet sits can be cha…
M.R.K.T Kel Briefcase :: Drive By
…and durability from a bag. This wouldn’t work as a replacement for a bike messenger bag. The Good The M.R.K.T Kel Briefcase is very clean and simple with minimal branding. It is very straightforward for what it does and honest in what it’s capable of. “The M.R.K.T Kel Briefcase is very clean and simple with minimal branding.” The main feature is the unique use of non-traditional materials such as their MCRO SUEDE, a suede microfiber for the exter…
Top 10 Back to Work Bags
…the Riss is guaranteed to turn heads with its eye-catching silhouette. The messenger can be worn across the back or over the shoulder, and fits up to a 13″ laptop or tablet, with two further pockets for smaller EDC and work tools. QWSTION Office Bag The QWSTION Office Bag offers three-way carry to accommodate the commute, work environments and travel requirements. Adapt it to changing needs by carrying it as a backpack, shoulder bag or briefcase-s…
Week In Review ~ 22 January
…actical chic for everyday missions When Triple Aught Design’s new Parallax Messenger dropped a week ago, it sold out in hours. And it’s not hard to see why with its sleek, low-key and versatile design. But TAD fans are in luck, as it’s back in stock and ready to deliver EDC efficiency with a host of handy features. Convenient magnetic buckles allow for single-handed access, an ambidextrous shoulder strap accommodates left and right-handed users, a…