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Interview with Victorinox (Part II)
…at you consider the core of your area? Because there’s also, you could say backpacks, messengers, travel accessories, power adapters, there’s all the extra bits around it. But does it feel like that luggage set, that wheels luggage is the core of what you want? For me there’s not one single focus of it. Overall, Victorinox is good in the area of providing travel solutions. And it really stems from the idea of this pocket knife where you get a lot…
Week In Review ~ 15 November
…brand’s new releases include the National Publicity Lomita M and Carson M backpacks, both featuring versatile aesthetics for work, play and travel. Peak inside and you’ll find plenty of organization pockets for keeping the contents in order, while exterior quick-access pockets provide handy access to items you want within easy reach. Keeping your stash under wraps So you need to carry cash. A lot of cash. We’re talking in the region of US$1 milli…
Week In Review ~ 22 November
…s good when summer rolls back around. Keeping prying fingers out your pack Backpacks are a great way to comfortably carry loads for long periods of time. Unfortunately, the fact that they’re on your back means you can’t see when an opportunistic thief decides to target your bag. The RiutBag was born of a desire to counter this and provide secure carry of your gear whether you’re heading to work or seeing the sights on holiday. The bag has no outwa…
Hall of Fame Finalists – The Second Annual Carry Awards
…ed in 1975, and together with Eastpak a year later, these college targeted backpacks would grow to dominate the school and study market. Now both under the VF stable of brands, these simple two-pocket-packs sell in the millions. They are now a canvas for color and art, but the same basic structure has remained little changed in almost 4 decades. Kriega R20 What the heck is a reasonably modern pack doing up here? Well, it’s Kriega, one of the mos…
Backpack Mods Part 2 :: VINJABOND
…Pack Litespeed but the basic concept should work with most other tactical backpacks. Materials: Cable Bike Lock (4 Feet) Extra Small Pad / Combination Lock 3 Split Key Rings (Standard Size) 3 Split Key Rings (Micro Size) 1 Split Key Ring (Medium Size) Super Glue (Optional) … Step 1: Place 3 zippers exactly as shown so it meets together. Using just 2 (main compartment) will not be effective for proper locking. Remove the zipper pulls by detaching…
Week In Review ~ 7 February
…d HighLine collection is designed for carry-on travel use and features two backpacks and a roller bag, each with a liquids pouch and packing cube. For gadget lovers who like getting active, the RidgeLine collection provides outdoor-inspired daypacks with plenty of protective pocketing for storing tech during the commute or while exploring wilder terrains. Serving up streetwear-inspired bags for daily use is the StreetLine collection which includes…
5 Key Elements :: Designing the Arc’teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag
…m.” Trigger Mechanism The other thing we were really unhappy with on other backpacks that were already on the market was the triggering device. A lot of people would have accidental triggerings, or they wouldn’t be able to trigger. Part of it was training, and part of it was that the handles all zippered away or got covered in Velcro or were quite complex. I wanted to design a handle that was always available, that was really intuitive and tasked…
The Carry Awards :: Wirecutter Selects…
…nces lighter than “ultralight” packs of similar capacity, let alone normal backpacks. That’s despite the fact that it has a padded back, straps, and bottom; waist, sternum, and compression straps for better load distribution; and several smaller pockets in addition to the zippered, weatherproof main pocket. Its ultralight material held up well over the last year of regular use, but should anything go wrong, rest assured that it’s backed by Patagon…
Week In Review ~ 13 March
…ught Design have earned legions of fans through their rugged and versatile backpacks. But sometimes a tactical backpack just doesn’t suit a particular carry situation. Sometimes you need something sleek and understated that still provides lots of practical features. So TAD created the Meridian Transport Case. Suitable for carry-on use, the bag features three clamshell-style compartments that can be customized for different carry setups. A Helix at…
Packing List :: A Vagabonding Lifestyle, 1300 Days and Counting…
…liters // Cost: $7200 // Seasons: 3.5 The Backpack I’ve equipped 3 primary backpacks since I started, all from Triple Aught Design. For the first few years it was the FAST Pack Litespeed, then a year with the new version of that. Now it’s the FAST Pack EDC ($340). It’s perfectly sized for me with a stock capacity of just over 32 liters. Overfilled, I can pack every single item of my packing list in (and on) it, including the clothes and shoes I wo…
Week In Review ~ 20 March
…ds include a host of stylish British-made carry including satchels, totes, backpacks, keyrings and shoulder bags, all of which can be fully customized to your specific needs. Military-chic for today’s traveler Inspired by the past; designed for modern-day use. The new Navy Salt and Pepper collection from Tanner Goods features a hard-wearing and eye-catching fabric reproduced according to original Swiss military specifications. The fabric, which is…
Best Carry On Results :: Carry Awards IV
…The Blade series has been epic from day dot, influencing legions of wannabe work-meets-travel backpacks along its journey. And the recent upgrade has taken it up a notch, no doubt. Charming frequent flyers here at HQ and across the globe with its all-rounder appeal and attention to detail….
Fourth Annual Carry Awards :: Reader’s Choice Awards
…andu Terrane Adapt Wheels work well for pavements and reduce carry strain. Backpacks are great for rural environments, steps and rougher terrain. With the Terrane Adapt you get both. The hybrid trolley/backpack design gives travelers greater freedom to easily navigate a range of terrains and environments during their journeys, helping them go further and experience more. Best Specialist: The Forge Co. Frontline Pack Firefighters and rescue service…
Chrome Industries :: HQ Visit
…e TV screen nestled along the store’s right flank. Dangling messengers and backpacks, framed in scaffolds and halogens, hem the walls. A screw conveyor tracks across the wall behind the counter; U-shaped, it grins a big bag-toothed smile. In the center of the store, a balding guy in a beige suit fingers through knurled panniers; a sleeved dude behind the counter asks me if I’m cool?’ Minutes later, Matt Sharkey rolls down from the second floor wit…
Bag Collectors :: Alan Wenker
… At that point I got hooked. The obvious question: why collect? I collect backpacks from the 1970’s and early 1980’s. Essentially I collect packs I wanted to own and use when I was younger but could not afford at that time. Now I have a very large collection of vintage packs and I make an attempt to use a different backpack on each trip I take. I am three years from being an empty nester and my free time for quick weekend trips will increase s…
Best Accessory :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…arts. The ro Lee Reverse Portfolio works in portrait or landscape (suiting backpacks and messengers), has an interesting but not crazy fabric, and has a handle that is just perfect for excursions sans bag. It ain’t revolutionary, but it is neat. – Hanchor Hula Chalk Bag Features a 360-degree chalk sock for easy access to chalk, along with solid build quality that can withstand rugged use in rugged terrain. – Incase Tensaerlite Your options in lapt…
Week In Review ~ 12 April
…ish designer Christopher Raeburn have teamed up to produce a collection of backpacks and laptop sleeves featuring an eye-catching animal print. As part of his collection each season Raeburn creates an animal from fabric off-cuts to highlight his focus on sustainable design. Ten animals have been created so far and each one features in the print. The C6 x Christopher Raeburn Men’s Printed Canvas Backpack fits a 15-inch laptop, with several sections…
Best Specialist :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…nd choice just with the 1 point. – Black Diamond Jetforce Avalanche airbag backpacks traditionally use cylinders with compressed gas or air to inflate their big pillows, which then help you rise to the top of any nasty snow slide you might get caught in (rather than being buried by it). The BD Jetforce uses a battery-powered fan instead. This lets you practise cheaply, fly without cylinder restrictions, and continue to force air into the pillows e…
Backpack Mods Part 1 :: VINJABOND
…difying gear to suit his needs. Below he shares his DIY approach to giving backpacks solar charging capabilities so you can keep your devices juiced wherever life takes you… . If you’ve researched Triple Aught Design’s FAST Pack Litespeed, you may have come across my photo of the first generation model with this modification. I’ve been using this setup for nearly three years but recently applied it to the new model, as pictured. . The concept is s…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Specialist Results
…g technology. And Black Diamond have done an amazing job. Avalanche airbag backpacks traditionally use cylinders with compressed gas or air to inflate their big pillows, which then help you rise to the top of any nasty snow slide you might get caught in (rather than being buried by it). The BD Jetforce uses a battery-powered fan instead. This lets you practise cheaply, fly without cylinder restrictions, and continue to force air into the pillows e…
Best Reader’s Review :: Win a Bellroy Elements Phone Pocket
…ader reviews of the gear you’ve personally played with. Currently just the Backpacks section of the Buyer’s Guide is live, so dive in and if you see a pack you’ve used, share your thoughts on it. We’ve provided a step-by-step guide on how to do this, using the CamelBak Tri-Zip as an example. However, you can review any pack you want… – Step 1: Find the relevant page for the piece of gear you want to review… Step 2: Click on the tab that says ‘Re…
Week In Review ~ 1 March
…edition all-leather versions of their POTENTIAL No.01741 and OVER No.03454 backpacks. The interiors of the packs feature master-piece’s original jacquard fabric, while the water-repellent treatment on the leather offers protection against the elements. Chic carry-on to suit the business traveler When you need to look sharp for your next business meeting, a wrinkled suit is the last thing you need. Unfortunately, travel bags and suits don’t go well…
Week In Review ~ 8 March
…is exactly what you get. Forming one of Teddyfish’s Petite Production projects (alternative and special edition projects), the collection takes inspiration from nature (the name meaning ‘fauna’) and consists of one-off backpacks each featuring a unique colorway. Constructed with a combination of water-repellent nylon and English bridle leather, each pack includes YKK zips and a padded section large enough for a 13-inch laptop….
Best of ISPO MUNICH part 2
…s a huge range of packs, varying from technical expedition packs to laptop backpacks. In the blur of a thousand outdoor brands at ISPO, they stood out with some original designs. We especially liked the Prophet series, as it has a clean design, offers a lot of protection and comes in three sizes. Check out this awesome unboxing vid (in the Czech language). Ethnotek We’ve covered them extensively in two road tests: backpack and messenger and found…
Week In Review ~ 3 May
…clever versatility Totes are great for quickly accessing your gear, while backpacks rule when it comes to conveniently and comfortably carrying it. With KILLSPENCER’s new M-22, you don’t need to make the daily decision of which bag to carry – because you get both. Forming part of the brand’s Women’s Collection, the M-22 is a chic backpack-meets-tote that lets you alternate between carry styles depending on your needs. Available in tough but beaut…
Week In Review ~ 19 July
…bags and luggage. Available across a number of different styles including backpacks, a sling bag, crossbody bag, briefcase, duffel and wheeled luggage, the colorway keeps things visually intriguing without shouting “Look at me!” – great for when you want to keep things low-key but a little different from the crowd of uninspiring carry. A tough accomplice for quick getaways Ready to hit the road? The Burn Bag from Ural Motorcycles is built to go t…
Drive By :: BO Gear Spare Camel
…you’re really more encouraged to put items into the internal pockets. Most backpacks sold today tend to use a secondary compartment that is parallel to the main compartment (e.g. The North Face Surge). This sort of design tends to make ‘secondary items’ fall to the bottom of the secondary compartment, and the bag sticks out further and further away from your back, which messes with your centre of gravity. “In general, both external pockets are a b…
Road Tests :: Côte&Ciel Isar Twin Touch
…ly excited for the way it gets us to rethink what a bag can be. For years, backpacks have been associated with school bags and getting away from that has been hard. They’ve been either these boxy or kind of dome, simple school bags or they’ve been really technical outdoor packs. And often when people try to make a backpack in leather or something like that, it just doesn’t quite work. We have a saying in Carryology that a stylish backpack should l…
First Look :: AustriAlpin COBRA Sport Buckle
…lower cost, high quality, superior function buckle is required. Great for backpacks, fashion apparel, clothing, general sports equipment, luggage, accessories, and so much more!” Like its big brother, the original COBRA buckle, the COBRA Sport Buckle shares much of the same DNA. It is still made in Austria from extremely durable materials (7075 aluminum and brass), with the exact black KTL finish (other colors available), in the same high end man…
Design Heads :: master-piece Japan
…with daily? We change bags depending on the situation, but we usually use backpacks. Are there any materials you used to like, but now find impractical for your creations? We used to use tarpaulin often until a few years ago, but we haven’t used that recently. What wouldn’t the layperson know is essential to a good carry product? We all tend to appreciate convenient pockets, for example, but is there anything that we wouldn’t notice about an exce…