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Drive By :: Triple Aught Design Dispatch Bag
…can hands with an array of bright fun colors look no further than the Topo Designs Commuter Briefcase. “…when I’ve used this bag for a full day carry stuffed to the brim the [shoulder] pad can feel somewhat under-padded.” Verdict I can safely say that the Triple Aught Design Dispatch Bag is one of the most well built and functional bags I have yet to review at RMK. From the impeccable attention to detail and functionality, to the top-of-the-line s…
Bellroy Tech Collection Review
…ic manner, other than showing me that this is a considered and intentional design choice, which I appreciate. Another design choice I enjoyed was the decision to blend leather and polymer together for the band; this gives it excellent durability. Not only that, the lightly textured underside helps reduce sweat buildup (I can attest to the validity of this claim). Over time, the leather will develop a natural patina (along with all the other produ…
Into The Details :: Bellroy Designers Edition Interview
…really do it justice, stepping up into that space. So is DE about Bellroy designers designing for them, or Bellroy designers designing for other design-minded people out there, or is it a bit of both? I think it’s a bit of both. I call it a lovely coincidence. There’s clichés within design, it’s like, ”Oh, my job is to balance form and aesthetic, and to be a minimalist and do this.” But I think the real tension that isn’t spoken about is commerci…
Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…ge. _________________________________________________________ Triple Aught Design Icon RS Pant The Icon RS Pant merges urban style with outdoor functionality in a design that straddles adventure travel and laid-back city explorations. The pant is made in the USA with durable nylon cotton ripstop featuring a water-repellent finish, and enhanced with reinforced stitching in high-stress areas. A choice of eight pockets provide flexible organization,…
5 Minutes with Bagagiste
…ssential on the outside – we developed a new form, defined by minimalistic design. Our design mantra: improve the detail, but keep it simple. How could we ensure the functionality of a carabiner to attach the shoulder strap, yet improve its design? Most of the shoulder straps and the carabiner on regular bags still look like horse gear from the last century. The bag industry is already far too long stuck with heritage-inspired styles. We created a…
Maker Series :: Rivendell Mountain Works
…othest lines, with strength and lasting qualities.” I believe that he was speaking directly to the design of the lost arrow piton but that philosophy can be applied to a broad range of products and I have always held that phrase as a guiding light. “Above all else I hold the principles of simplicity and clean design as the cornerstones of my design ethos.” What are your tools of the trade? 48″ Empire aluminum ruler 24″ Hayes aluminum ruler Alvin,…
Holiday Gift Guide | The Outdoorsman
…and a removable shoulder strap for portability, along with a self-standing design for easy packing and access. The versatile design works equally well in urban and outdoor environments and the bag is also compatible with the RUX 70L gear hauler. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this is a solid pick for dependable waterproof carry in everyday, outdoor, and travel settings alike. Huckberry x Mystery Ranch Greenbelt Hybrid Backpack (US$161) Whether you…
5 Minutes with Bless Handcrafted Goods (Giveaway)
…ls. These traits are all equally important and are the top priorities when designing Bless products. Using durable materials and functional designs my intention is to create quality products that will not only withstand the test of time, but look good doing it. 2) Who else is doing rad things in the world of carry and why do you think they’re important? I have the strongest respect for the products and company beliefs of Mission Workshop. With so…
QWSTION Roll Pack Review: Road Test
…ith what you’re wearing. Construction An added benefit of super minimalist design is that it allows designers to obsess over every minor detail and you can tell the team at Qwstion took their time on this pack. Every cut and stitch feels carefully considered. The pattern is zero waste which means there are no fabric off-cuts after production. The leather handles are made from a single folded piece. And the base is formed with a clever box fold. Qw…
Road Tests :: Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC (Giveaway)
…een running for its fifth season now). About TAD A word about Triple Aught Design. TAD is a boutique shop making tactical oriented clothing and equipment. Along with apparel and supercool knives and lights, they’ve designed two backpacks: the Fast Pack EDC and the Fast Pack Litespeed, the latter being a bit smaller (20 liters) and reviewed by none other than our own Taylor Welden! One thing TAD is (unfortunately) well known for, is that their prod…
Explorers Club Packing List
…the next few days we explored the area and tested the MS1 suit. The suit’s designer, Rhode Island School of Design’s (RISD) Michael Lye, a senior critic and NASA coordinator was on site with us, and I enjoyed long discussions with him about the future exploration of Mars and the moon. Testing the MS1 suit during the ISAGEVR1 Mission: Iceland Space Agency Glacial Expedition with Volcanic Research (Photo Daniel Leeb / Iceland Space Agency) I already…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…d interior sleeve in the main compartment for tech devices. The considered design results in a visually striking and adaptable bag that can partner you on a variety of carry missions. _________________________________________________________ Topo Designs Quick Pack Versatile, functional and tough, the Quick Pack is a great option for users who want one bag that can adapt to a multitude of everyday, outdoor and travel needs. The bag can be worn acr…
Packing List :: A Vagabonding Lifestyle, 1300 Days and Counting…
…hen it’s freezing. That’s why the Stealth Hoodie LT ($475) by Triple Aught Design is my choice. The Quantum Half-Zip ($110) by Triple Aught Design is a fitted merino wool base layer long sleeve. Works well in warm climates as well as excellent for layering in the cold. Also by Triple Aught Design is my long-time favorite pant, the Force 10 AC Cargo ($100). It’s as comfortable as wearing pajamas at home but built for performance in the outdoors whi…
Designing the Ultimate Winter Expedition Pack
…ons. So a couple of years ago Eric got in touch with Michael Meyer and the design team at Granite Gear to see if they’d be up for designing the ultimate winter expedition pack. The ‘Rolwaling,’ named after a remote Nepalese valley, had a demanding spec sheet. It needed to be durable, easy to use in extreme temperatures, hold a pile of gear, shed snow, accommodate climbing gear, haul a sled, and work as a mountaineering and summit pack. And Eric wa…
Mystery Ranch x Carryology | Exclusive Release
…en to implement a good portion of them into the new pack with their expert design team. A design team as talented as we’ve ever worked with. Our goals were to: Maintain the Unicorn DNA, but make it more agile, more versatile, more special. Create a pack perfect for every day. Create a pack that would be more than a sequel. Together, we created a final direction, leading to 2D concepts to review. Then their sample team created prototype subasse…
Road Tests :: TAD FAST Pack Litespeed Backpack
…h a signature focus on combining rigorous functionality with sophisticated design. At Triple Aught Design, we believe that human presence should not overtake the beauty of the natural world, evidenced by our choice in color palettes and the many environmental groups we support. Our apparel and equipment are meticulously designed to excel under the strenuous demands of the modern explorer, giving you the confidence to focus on the task, not the equ…
Hall of Fame | Carry Awards X
…, at the turn of the 2000s. Dana Gleason, founder of Mystery Ranch, was a design idol of mine. And still is. And he’d just come off Dana Design and was diving headlong into his new project, Mystery Ranch. Then, putting all his knowledge and experience into his next crazy venture, the 3DAP was born. A visionary industry titan and a personal design hero, releasing his latest and greatest offering from his new brand? An offering that would influenc…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Shoulder Bag
…versation starter, a happy collision of old world materials with new world design. If you’re after a truly unique offering, this could be for you. Strengths Heritage materials and modern design Removable laptop caddy Handmade in Canada Code of Bell Apex Liner Pro Who It Suits Modern materials, expandability and modularity are the name of the game here. This is a sleek urban powerhouse that can pull double duty in a myriad of different ways. In Use…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Carry-On Bag
…extensively in the past, what I really love about the Techonaut’s updated design is that it feels more like, well… a real backpack. The Aeronaut, while amazing, always kind of felt like a really nice duffel with some backpack straps. The Techonaut has a symmetrical design when sitting upright in pack mode, which can convert into 3 different mods of carry (a shoulder carried duffel with provided strap, gran handle side carry, and of course, backpa…
Top 5 | Best Travel Luggage
…ollection. Both of which are modern reimaginings of their classic aluminum designs. Much like “Second Album Syndrome”, redesigning an icon can be a nightmare. To help tackle the challenge Zero Halliburton brought in help from New York-based design firm Pensa and looking over the case you quickly get a feel for the degree of detail they’ve gone into. The level of precision with which the case and each of its components neatly fit together is at ano…
Designing the Incase x Bionic Collection: with Kenji Okada
…areer. I worked at a golf shop for like ten years before I really got into design. And did a little furniture design for a while. That was kind of my first taste of it. And then started working at Incipio Group, which owns Incase now. I did cellphone cases and worked on some of their other brands for a few years. And then a little while after the acquisition, Incase was like a dream job for me. That was the pinnacle – always collected bags. I’ve b…
Prometheus Design Werx Stratus Down Hoodie Review
…ve price among other top-tier down hoodies on the market. Patrick Ma, gear designer and mastermind behind Prometheus Design Werx, put into this project all his knowledge and experience, plus modern materials and top technologies. I can recommend the Stratus to any outdoorsmen and adventurers without a doubt as a very versatile active down hoodie. Rest assured that the Stratus Down Hoodie will serve you well for many missions and in multiple scenar…
14 Everyday Leather Wallets to Gift for Father’s Day
…The Supr Good Co. Slim 2 Wallet combines stylish aesthetics with a simple design that will appeal to minimalists. The sleek wallet features a microfiber lining paired with a smooth leather exterior and an elastic band to secure cards. Designed to fit up to 10 cards, this slim wallet helps cut down on bulk while offering everyday functionality. Billykirk Leather Card Case with Flap ($49) This has that classic vibe that many a dad will appreciate….
Best Everyday Bag 2019
…of the best packs we’ve ever carried, period. Fantastic work, Triple Aught Design! Prometheus Design Werx S.H.A.D.O. Pack 2 Designing a pack that can hack it in the outdoors but also serve you well on the daily is a tough mission. But Prometheus Design Werx updated S.H.A.DO. Pack is up to the task. You’ll find military inspiration here, paired with adaptable, urban-ready functionality. All in a compact size that’ll keep you prepared and agile. Mad…
9 Great Crossbody and Sling Bags for Men to Buy in 2022
…’s crossbody bag for those who love the hiking / outdoorsy style. The Topo Designs Block Bag – like most Topo Designs gear – has a fun, happy vibe. The shiny fabric, block shape, oversized zippers, and giant color pop zipper pulls scream, “Yeah! Life is awesome!” The front outside features two mesh slip pockets for quick access to items that you don’t mind the world seeing. There’s also a full-width zipper pocket big enough to hold a full-size tab…
Triple Aught Design Axiom S2 WX Pack
…t side of the bag via the weatherproof zipper and features a floating wall design. This is a clever piece of design from TAD as it also allows you access to the main volume without having to open the full clamshell. So whether you’re carrying a laptop or not, you can still use that to snag something quickly without taking the bag off, setting it down, and opening it. It’s a clean implementation, and my laptop felt very secure in there as I bounced…
Christmas Gift Guide 2022 | EDC Specialist
…uch 2L. A clamshell opening for the CAP1 and a wide-opening, self-standing design for the CAP2 makes accessing your daily bits and pieces a breeze. You’ll find a choice of useful pockets across both designs, along with inbuilt 3D patterning volume for ease of storage. And with their tough builds, there’s no reason these pouches can’t withstand travel duty too. Fisher Astronaut Space Pen (US$79) The Fisher Space Pen is an EDC icon in its own right…
Mystery Ranch x Carryology | The Unicorn Returns
…en to implement a good portion of them into the new pack with their expert design team. A design team as talented as we’ve ever worked with. Our goals were to: Maintain the Unicorn DNA, but make it more agile, more versatile, more special. Create a pack perfect for every day. Create a pack that would be more than a sequel. Together, we created a final direction, leading to 2D concepts to review. Then their sample team created prototype subasse…
An Interview With H&K Leather Workshop
…our retail space? Do you have any particular influences for the layout and design of the space? The design of the retail space shall stay in coherence with the brand profile and products. Currently, H&K has three brand shops in Beijing. The interior is designed by professional studios. But we have set master guidelines regarding the key material: it must be related to bags or bag making. Photos of H&K brand shops in Beijing. Taking our latest sh…
Crafted Goods: Behind the Brand
…-taught design master, with expertise stemming from photography and motion design, to movie-making and industrial design. All this, of course, with the support of a crack team of eight factory hands, sewers and auxiliary office crew. Additionally, having their own in-house, fully equipped atelier and work lab gives the brand further creative license and freedom to develop new samples and prototypes. The second thing worth noting is their uniquely…