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Carry Innovation :: Interview with Vertepac
…a lot of inspiration from organic structures, street art, concept art, and a bit of Calvin and Hobbes along the way. 😉 And of course the mandatory amount of design blogs like designboom, Core77 and such. Editor’s note: photos provided by Vertepac….
Best New Gear: October 2019
…r strap, along with a luggage pass-through for convenient travel carry. XD Design Bobby Bizz Anti-Theft Briefcase/Backpack Hybrid The XD Design Bobby Bizz doesn’t just offer the benefits of a backpack and briefcase in one. It also provides discreet anti-theft features to protect your gear, whether you’re traveling or in bustling commute crowds. The bag’s range of defenses include a water-resistant and cut-resistant exterior, lockable main zipper,…
The Level Collective Winnats Roll Top Review
…well. Hardware Next up, the 316 grade stainless steel buckles. The custom-designed buckles are laser cut and barrel polished in Sheffield. Getting to the finished product was a challenge to say the least (you can dig into details of the design process here) but I’m pleased to say they’ve done a solid job. The rolltop buckle works well and is just the right size in my opinion; big enough to use easily and smoothly, but not so big that it detracts…
Best New Gear: February 2019
…ows co-founder Bruno Compagnet did, teaming up with the mountain guides to design a pack that would perform and thrive in demanding ski conditions. Fusing urban styling and technical design, the pack offers rolltop access as well as a front zip to reach gear at the base of the pack on the go. The pack enables A-frame or diagonal ski carry and includes a removable hip belt, comfortable dual-density foam shoulder straps, a sternum strap, interior po…
Week In Review ~ 8 December
…C. Rome and Andy L. Ruina came up with a suspended-load ergonomic backpack design. Not only could the design reduce impact to the wearer’s body but the movement could also be converted into electrical or mechanical energy. Essentially the load is suspended from a frame that moves up and down as the wearer moves, thereby reducing the forces on the body. Flawed or the future of pack design? Make up your own mind by checking out the design patent her…
24 Comfortable Men’s Travel Shoes (that Actually Look Good)
…t feeling of walking on air? Well, you really get it with these shoes. The design features DMX cushioning that moves air from the heel to the forefoot and back again as you walk, providing all-day comfort. The design adapts to city or trail use, with an understated leather and textile upper and grippy rubber outsole. adidas Fluidflow 2.0 (US$80) The adidas Fluidflow 2.0 does double duty as a running and day-to-day shoe. The knit textile upper aids…
Our 8 Favorite Kickstarters Right Now
…f copper, stainless steel and brass, it comes with a Fisher Space cartridge and a pen sleeve. Setting it up for writing involves a simple manual slide to remove the cartridge, then switch the cartridge round and reinsert it to write. The design holds the cartridge securely in place while you write but allows the cartridge to be smoothly removed when required. Elegantly minimalist and durable, the anti-roll design will hold up to a lifetime of use…
One Under-the-Radar Japanese Brand You Need to Know
…have honed their skills over decades of experience in the industry. “Under design, we have in-house designers and a product sampling team, which allows us more freedom and creativity under the same roof,” adds Obata. Speaking to its prestige, only the CEO, executive directors and a few select designers are involved in the Harvest Label brand, with former right-hand man Koichi Yamaguchi still a key inspiration on the sampling team he once worked al…
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…
5 Key Elements :: Designing The Finisterre Waterproof Duffle
…aintenance After extreme testing we knew the bag would work. As far as the design goes, ‘simple’ yet comfortable was the key. Essentially it is a duffle designed for the hand and therefore most focus went into that. However, we did want to wear it on the back so a versatile strapping system was important. Ortlieb had been using something similar on their huge dry-bags which was perfect so it was easy combining these elements. However, the PU Coate…
Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L Backpack Review
…ess those folks looking for easy bottle access won’t enjoy this particular design choice. Design The Inside Line Equipment Transit looks like a 2021 upgrade of a simple roll-top backpack. Cylindrical body, big front pocket with AquaGuard zipper, two deep hidden external pockets to carry water bottles. Made out of X-Pac with an internal liner, the pack is pretty much waterproof yet remains lightweight. The construction feels bombproof like every IL…
QWSTION Store Zurich :: Shop Visit
…otating line of like-minded brands…” Christian Kaegi, acclaimed industrial designer and QWSTION’s design chief meets us at the entrance. Relaxed in trainers and designer slacks, he welcomes us into the store’s interior. The breadth of it is difficult to understate. More ‘gallery’ than store, the joint is large: a bright, eclectic showroom that immediately challenges my conception of the conventional retail experience. “We decided not to do a mono…
Top 5: Best Specialist 2020
…ckly. It’s a smart combination of tried and tested features and empathetic design that’s winning over a lot of new fans. STRENGTHS Industry-leading harness Signature bomber build Clean and insight-led design Thule RoundTrip Bike Duffel When I first got a glimpse of the RoundTrip Bike Duffel from Thule I was surprised. A highly organized cycling go-bag is something I’d never seen or even thought of before. In hindsight I shouldn’t have been, the i…
Best Work Backpack Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…k. That’s a given. But it’s the ability to adapt is where the Triple Aught Design Axiom X25 excels. This is a bag built for before, during and after-work hours, with a design that expands from 25L to 40L to tackle a range of work loads, a grocery shop on the way home, or travel gear for a short work trip. The padded laptop compartment fits a 13″ laptop and there’s separate storage for keeping shoes, gym clothing or dirty laundry away from the rest…
10 EDC Knife Makers You Need to Know
…limited to just one sphere. Joseph is a mechanical engineer who works as a design engineer within the field of drones and drone security. He’s also designed and built his own electric motorcycle. But it was pursuing a personal interest in knife design that led to his first knife creation, the Vero Impulse, prototyped with Bestech Knives. Next came the Vero Synapse, Axon, and Isotope, in limited and highly sought after runs. Knives with a distinct…
Best New Gear | April 2022
…es to handsome heritage aesthetics, premium materials, and multifunctional design, you can trust Trakke to deliver the goods. Their new Wester Roll-Top Backpack offers all of this in a tough, 21L design that rolls easily from urban pursuits to outdoor adventures. In addition to the main compartment, the pack provides a quick-access 16″ laptop compartment, dual side pockets, and a handy pocket on the front with its own internal organization. KILLSP…
Best New Gear: December 2017
…ittle more compact? Well, consider your wish granted with the Triple Aught Design Axiom 18 Pack. The bag retains the low-key aesthetics of its big brother, but in an 18L design that’s well suited to day trips, commuting, or even overnight stays. Made in the USA, the pack features a weather-resistant VX-21 ripstop shell and water-resistant YKK zippers to protect your gear against the elements. Want flexible organization? You’ve got it, with a dedic…
5 Key Elements :: Designing EVERGOODS Crossover Equipment
…a-based brand is GORUCK co-founder Jack Barley, as well as Kevin Dee whose design experience includes Patagonia’s advanced R&D center. Eager to dig down into the brand’s design ethos, we asked Kevin to share insights into creating EVERGOODS’ crossover carry equipment… 1. What does “Crossover Equipment” mean? When you start telling people that you’re working on a backpack brand, the first question you usually get is something like “What kind of pro…
Best New Gear: December 2020
…nd Jesper Voxnaes. Their latest release is the ACE Riv. The compact folder design is modeled after the Biblio but with a new design and feel. The Riv is available in titanium, brass, and green canvas micarta. It features a 2.44″ (62mm) blade made of Elmax steel and rides on a ball bearing pivot with a titanium frame lock. Sunderland mk1 Anodized Pens Brad Sunderland is an engineer and machinist who launched a successful Kickstarter in 2015 for hi…
10 Best Bike Commuter Backpacks, Tested
…d with Nylex, velour or “soft touch” material. Conclusion There’s a lot of design knowledge built into the Apidura City, and it shows throughout the build and use of this pack. It’s a fine commuter, and quality option for $164. And Apidura really do excel as a small brand that caters to their biking community. Ortlieb Atrack BP (US$270) Best Waterproof All-Rounder The Atrack BP is for the bikepacker, bike commuter, and adventure traveler who is lo…
Minaal Carry-on 3.0 Bag Review
…in some areas and misses in others. I really appreciate their approach to designing for the perpetual traveler in building a product designed to be with the user for many years. I would have really liked to have seen a more comfortable harness for this size of pack, especially considering this has been redesigned from prior generations. But my issues may not impact all users equally. If you travel frequently and have optimized your packing system…
Freitag Spins Up A Unique Way To Design Your Own Bag
…a confirmation screen and I hit “submit”. After that, I was given a final design page that was mine to share, which you can even still check out here, with different expanded views and 360° rotation. When designing your bag, you’ll see a “Next production date” listed at the top so you know when to anticipate your bag hitting the sewing floor. Fast forward to just over a month, in my case, and my brand new, “My Fault” F712 Dragnet was on my doorst…
Unicorn/Dragon Patch Design Story and Symbolism
One patch design is light. One patch design is dark. One patch is inspired by the West. One patch is inspired by the East. An equal opposite balance. Yin and Yang. When the two patches are displayed next to each other, as intended, they visually interact. The characters and beasts are riding towards each other, towards battle, or maybe towards peace. Or maybe both at the same time. Or maybe on different timelines. On the Carryology Assault (AKA “…
BIGxTOP Daysack Review
…ppeal to those who enjoy highly technical-looking packs or techwear vibes. Design Looks You can see the nod to classic hiking packs in the design, though the silhouette is understated enough to blend into urban settings too. I think it’s a thoughtful design that won’t shout ‘I’ve just stepped off the trails’ in the city but also looks at home in more rugged terrain. It’s outdoorsy in a subtle way, giving it the flexibility to move smoothly between…
côte&ciel Isar Backpack Review
…ps and back panel Price: ?? This item is no longer listed on their website Design As we’ve already established, the design is undoubtedly polarizing, so I’ll let you decide how you feel. I’d also like to point out that the Isar only looks good, in my opinion, when its contents give it a considerable bump to create the round shape. That’s the only way the sculptural look comes to life. The materials look decent with the water-repellent polyester co…
10 EDC Essentials to Pack for Zurich
…watchmaking. But there clearly are similarities between Swedish and Swiss design, which becomes obvious in TID’s watches. The company named after the Swedish word for “time” was founded by members of Stockholm design studio Form Us With Love. I am wearing it because of its simplicity, and because they are super nice guys. Bag: QWSTION And no surprises here, ha. Our prototyping workshop and design studio is in the up-and-coming “Kreis 4” area of Z…
Best New Gear | February 2023
…ant, and has an elongated shaped hem for untucked applications. WaterField Designs Limited Edition Collection While WaterField Designs has a core line of products, they also like to get playful and experimental. And this is where their Limited Editon collection comes in. It’s a space for the brand to experiment with current styles, try new things, or bring back beloved styles for limited production runs. The collection includes various categories…
Fernando Bonastre Interview & Roztayger.com Giveaway
…aborate on the connection, and how that carries over or is applied to your design process? The design process is mainly dictated by the construction of each piece. The “architecture” of the product has to reconcile aesthetics with functionality. What prompted you to establish your brand in Paris? While you manufacture in your native Spain, was the climate there not conducive to establishing a brand like Bonastre? I’ve been living in Paris for year…
Fly Prepared: Travel-Friendly EDC Gear
…ear that doesn’t function as intended shouldn’t be one of them. Prometheus Design Werx continues to impress me with the thoughtfully designed and flawlessly executed items they release. It wasn’t until I took personal inventory of the items I have been carrying that I truly realized how many PDW items are not just fantastic, but fantastic for travel. There is nothing worse than spending your hard-earned money on poor kit and it’s my sincere goal t…
Best Everyday Bag – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…rom Hong Kong. The Able Carry Daily Backpack combines simple and efficient design with reliable construction that will withstand daily life’s varied demands. The pack features a custom A-frame suspension designed to reduce bounce and keep weight off your shoulders, as well as just enough pockets to keep things tidy without becoming cluttered. Available in Active (X-Pac) and Casual (1000D Cordura nylon) versions, the pack’s clean design suits work…
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