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Haglöfs HQ Visit
…us to ask us about backpacks.” Rare it is these days for a company in any industry to survive 100 years. In 2014, Haglöfs did, and celebrated in style. To commemorate the moment, Elin and Henrik guided the creation of RYGGSÄCK N:O 1, a limited edition pack that arched back to the company’s roots. As well as being constructed from 100% Swedish materials (except for the thread, I’m told, which came from Germany, the one thing Sweden doesn’t produce…
How To :: Make a Leather Key Fob
…sco. We design and craft a line of functional leather goods to support the modern frontier. I got into working with leather because I wanted to start making things again. I’ve always been a maker but when I started working full time as a designer I found myself doing less and less with my hands. When I became a freelancer, I had the time and flexibility to explore more of parts of the design process that I loved – materials research and making of…
Best Summer Shoes for Men In 2021
…way from. XTRATUF Riptide Boat Shoe Price: $85 Carryology Credential: The modern boat shoe. Best for: Adventures in the water. If there is a crew who knows a thing or two about the water, it’s Alaskan natives XTRATUF. Their deck boots are famed for going to some of the gnarliest places on earth and keeping fishermen steady on their feet in the biggest of swells. However, we aren’t all stars of Deadliest Catch though! With their new Riptide boat s…
The Best Sunglasses For Men In 2021
…nto their lifestyle range more each year. The Cruzem is a perfect blend of modern technology and timeless style with its PolarizedPlus2® glass lenses that are exceptionally thin, while still providing glare and UV protection. The tortoiseshell design will suit anyone – from linen-wearing spies to casual beer drinkers in flip-flops. The lenses have a slight bronze tint – making them good daily wearers and providing great versatility. Not only are t…
Chrome vs Vegetable Tanned Leather
…ack as approximately 6,000 BCE in the Indus Valley – one of the cradles of modern civilization. The basic principle has been the same for all these millennia: To modify the protein called collagen, which the skin is made up of. You can actually get a sense of this protein with the naked eye. Collagen molecules like to first line up and then to twist together into “fiber bundles” that you can easily see if you look closely enough at good quality le…
Best Carry-On Bag 2019
…. It’s a supreme achievement, and a pack that’ll challenge the rest of the industry to get better. The durable, weatherproof build and sleek silhouette adapt to a variety of environments, whether you’re heading to cities or venturing on paths less traveled, adjusting in volume when you need it: the standard 35L can expand to 45L or compress to 30L, with a simple clutching motion, allowing you to carry more when you need to or compress the bag into…
Our favourite versatile backpacks
…u are in full suit city). Carry your tech: They have pockets for all those modern devices, generally including a laptop (we let you know if they need an additional sleeve). Deal well with travel: Travel requires a pack that can expand for a jacket or contract for an overhead bin. You need to stash food without squashing it and digital toys without scratching them. The best travel packs can open wide on their backs for packing on a hotel bed. More…
Road Tests :: Teranishi Venture
…eppei’s Teranishi Studio has carved itself a boutique-y niche in the carry industry, underpinned by luxe leather goods and nailed waxed canvas bags that drew our attention. Their flagship: the Venture. Our 2014 Highly Commended Work Backpack. Inspired by Teppei’s years notched on the road, the Venture roll-top is made to be a “simple, comfortable, and hardy companion in basically any scenario, weather, or terrain”, and it nails the brief. Testing-…
The Third Annual Carry Awards :: Roundup
…quipment AEL008 Carry On Highly Commended: Rimowa Bolero Highly Commended: Modern Industry Passenger – Best Check-In Winner: Samsonite Lite-Cube DLX Highly Commended: Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle Highly Commended: Ortlieb Duffle RS – Best Specialist Winner: Black Diamond JetForce Highly Commended: Douchebags Douchebag Highly Commended: MONO Guitar Sleeve – Best Accessory Winner: Incase ICON Sleeve with Tensaerlite Highly Commended: Bellroy Elements Ph…
Trakke Wee Lug Cobra Review
…oducts are second to none. With a distinct heritage vibe, yet unmistakably modern these materials are a joy to use and interact with on a daily basis. As mentioned already, Trakke has used the same materials both on the inside and outside of the bag, which is a testament to their commitment to quality. Not only do they look damn cool and are extremely durable and pleasant to the touch but waxed canvas also offers excellent water resistance, so you…
Arc’teryx Aerios 30 Backpack Review
…a big no-go for me. All in all, it looks really sporty – it’s a clean and modern-looking mountain pack. Construction An S-shaped internal composite frame-sheet with webbing straps, a padded multi-layer ventilated back panel and a full-blown harness system makes it one of the most comfortable ultralight packs, even under a relatively heavy winter mountaineering load. The construction looks simple at first glance, but as always the devil is in the…
Best Carry-On Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…n to a more manageable size. Long story short: worth every penny. – Modern Industry Passenger This isn’t your mom’s rolltop duffle; with Raptor buckles, crazy stow capacity and waxed canvas durability. And for the level of hardware and materials, it’s surprisingly affordable. We’re digging. – Tortuga Air Maximising your carry-on feels really clever, until you realise how much harder it is to get into and out of overhead bins, and how tiring it get…
The Best Portable Soft-Sided Coolers for Summer 2021
…time Cotopaxi are at the heart of the thoughtful revolution in the outdoor industry. From their Do Good mantra, to their recycled fabrics, they are creating products that not only perform well, but will have a minimal impact while doing so. Their Hielo Del Dia Cooler is a 12L cooler perfect for an afternoon picnic in the park, or packing a few cold ones when heading to watch the game with friends. It is lightweight (1lb 9oz), and made from repurpo…
Incase NoviConnected 4 Wheel Hubless Travel Roller: Drive By
…carry-on. The Good Let’s start with the sleek and streamlined styling. The modern design cues ensure fellow travelers know that you have great taste when it comes to luggage. The luggage is lightweight so you can make those pesky carry-on weight requirements. I found the carry-on easily fitted in the standard size overhead bin, but Incase’s thoughtful design includes removable wheels to fit in even tighter spaces. “I found the carry-on easily fitt…
OR Show 2012 Pt II
…ritage line of bags. Inspired from the 60s, 70 and 80s, these bags feature modern design elements such as pen and computer pockets. — Mile High Mountaineering. This photo was taken on “the streets” of the show. The company didn’t have a booth, but the bags look great, if not groundbreaking. I am sure we’ll see more of this company in the future. — Mystery Ranch: Dana Gleason’s venerable Mystery Ranch is releasing the Blackjack for this season- an…
ROAM Jaunt Carry-On Review
…ught out and a big highlight. ROAM has worked with a colorist to develop a modern, distinctive pallet that’s got a lot of flexibility. There’s room to make your ROAM Jaunt fun with contrasting brights or to take it in a subtle, understated direction. All in only seven or eight individual color options. What’s more, it’s foolproof, meaning you can’t really design an ugly case. I tried putting this to the test by going as wild as possible. And so fa…
Week In Review ~ 15 May
A golf bag you’ll want to swing into your next game, modular handbags for modern lifestyles, and a world-class camera bag in a new compact size. Discover more in our Week in Review… A day bag with a little bit Xtra Often less is more – but sometimes more is more. The KILLSPENCER XL Daypack finds a happy balance between both design approaches. One inch taller and wider than KILLSPENCER’s Daypack, the XL offers extra space for your gear, while stil…
Best New Gear: May 2018
…d by music, design and photography, the backpack has been created with the modern DJ in mind who mixes music digitally, spins vinyl and leads a busy on-the-go lifestyle. Limited to 100 pieces, the DJ Pack fits up to 40 records in the main compartment and includes a limited vinyl release by Peter Kruder. The water-resistant bag also includes a padded 15″ laptop pocket and additional pockets for smaller essentials and valuables. Mission Workshop The…
Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 Review
…ny type of customers you can imagine. Mystery Ranch has shaped the outdoor industry and continues to innovate, revisiting existing products and making sure the customers always get the latest and greatest version of their products. The hero of today’s article is the updated 2020 version of the Rip Ruck 24. The bag was initially inspired by Special Forces bags (specifically military ALICE ruck) and made ready for any urban mission you can throw at…
First Look: Snow Peak Portland HQ
…designer, camper, and overall product fanatic who has been in the outdoor industry and the Pacific Northwest for almost 10 years, I am quite familiar with the Japanese camping brand. Their Titanium French Press coffee maker was my first acquisition, a gift from my best friend and frequent partner in camping crimes. Since then, I have acquired a few more pieces of their camp kitchenware to lighten my load and elevate my outdoor experience. So you…
Best Specialist Results – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…nch Patrol Mystery Ranch have one of the most respected reputations in the industry when it comes to functional, rugged gear that thrives outdoors. So when they put their minds towards a ski-mountaineering pack, the magic happened. You’ll find all of Mystery Ranch’s trademarks here. A super-comfy design over extended carry periods, courtesy of the adjustable Futura Yoke and Redirect waist belt system. A burly build that’s rugged in all the right p…
Top 6: Best Everyday Bag 2020
…nts that customers needed, the Mystery Ranch 2DAP is a home run. STRENGTHS Industry-leading harness Killer access Rugged build Bellroy Apex Backpack More, from less. I had the pleasure to see a prototype of this bag at Outdoor Retailer and I was immediately laser focused on it, desperate to know more and to get one on my back. Bellroy’s CEO Andy Fallshaw put it best for the Apex: ‘This is the bag I always dreamed of creating. It’s essentially our…
Week In Review ~ 30 October
…airport security. Designed by Patrick Healy (founder and lead designer of Modern Industry), the bag comes in a 45L and 35L size. Both options are carry-on size, so you can avoid checked luggage and have more time and freedom to get on with adventuring. Changing things up in your carry pinqpong digs mixing materials up and using unusual fabrics in their bags. Fitting right in with this ethos is their Limited Edition Changeant series featuring the…
Best Active Messenger Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…Messenger bag finalists this year represent the full spectrum of what the modern ‘messenger’ can be. But which one pulls ahead of the pack as a worthy victor? Choose below. Peak Design Everyday Messenger V2 Peak Design lit a fire in the messenger scene with their Everyday Messenger, an adaptable day-to-day and photography hybrid with serious smarts. But showing there’s always room for improvement, they’re back with V2. Refined through extensive c…
Hall of Fame Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…eded it by a year or so, it’s the LV Neverfull that has inspired an entire industry for women’s all-rounder totes. From its introduction in 2007, the surprisingly strong (it’s a brave customer who loads it to the full 200 lbs capacity) coated canvas tote has grown into LV’s best seller. And with LV’s enormous volumes, that’s saying something. There was a time when ‘luxury’ was associated with exclusivity, with elevated prices and limited supply re…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…nd the Indonesian brand offer a fitting tribute to that inspiration with a modern twist on classic aviator helmet bags. The SP002-XPAC ADV Falcon Duke combines technical construction with military-meets-streetwear aesthetics, making this an enticing piece for the fashion-conscious carry connoisseur. Handcrafted in the brand’s Jakarta-based studio, the bag comes in a choice of weatherproof X-Pac colorways and provides external webbing and five pock…
Liking :: wejetset
…Liking | wejetset Who Are They: The tagline reads, “the store and voice of modern travel culture”. The about page reads, “Established in 2007, wejetset brings together the products and information that every smart traveler needs.” As we see it, wejetset is the place to find out about all things travel related in a tightly curated platform. You want the best (by that we don’t mean luxury, we mean functional, design, use) travel related products, ne…
Best New Gear | June 2022
…for your EDC. The knife gives a nod to Peru’s Nazca Lines, while bringing modern-day functionality to your setup. It is the brand’s first design to feature a cross-bar lock and comes in both titanium and green canvas Micarta options, with a Böhler M390 MICROCLEAN stainless steel blade. Tactile Turn Ultem Bolt Action Pen At the behest of their friends at powerhouse EDC retailer BladeHQ, Will and his team at Tactile made a run of Bexar knives and B…
5 Amazing Bronze EDC Essentials
…rolific knife designer, and for good reason. His aesthetic combines crisp, modern lines, interesting mechanics, and modern materials. The Blackstar V2 itself is a mashup of old and new. Inspired by a classic slip joint, this non-locking flipper has a bowie-style blade made of M390 steel. Coming in at 5.69″, this small, pocketable knife features a titanium handle that was anodized bronze for Urban EDC Supply and a smooth carbon fiber inlay. The dou…
What’s In My Pockets: Blackout EDC V3
…g… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FY5htwCsg6A&feature=youtu.be Gear List: MODERN DAYFARER Shorts MODERN DAYFARER Active Sling Canada Goose Trucker Cap dbrand Grip Case (use code XM for 20% discount, expires in 72 hours) dbrand Teardown Skin (use code XM for 20% discount, expires in 72 hours) PopSockets PopWallet+ PopSockets Stash Riot Division Samurai Belt Colorware AirPods Pro DSPTCH Fidlock Keychain Set Distil Union KeyLoop Dapper Design Klip D…