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Studio Visit :: D3 Mystery Ranch
…win zips. And there are more extreme variants in the works. . . One of the industry’s best adjustable harness systems has also undergone a rethink, with several innovations on how the Futura is put together. The most noticeable changes bring the framesheet base out and anchor it to the waist section on each side. This allows for better pivoting around your hips, and yet still transfers as much weight as you could hope for. But then the waistbelt p…
Moondarra :: Expanding the Backpack’s Contextual use
…ndly agreed to provide first-hand insight into his project… Within the bag industry there are many varying types of bag styles such as the messenger, backpack and tote bags. Each bag serves different functions for different contexts of use. But what if there was one bag that could serve the purpose of more than one of these styles? Now before you think this is a load of bollocks, hear me out… We are in exciting times for the world of carry. It is…
Victorinox :: The Science of Luggage Testing
…their product to see how it performs compared to our own and others in the industry. What are the main ways competitors fail? This is extremely variable and depends on product type and performance specification we are testing against. What can you learn about how bags fail? The test failures help us to make improvements to the manufacturing and/or product construction process. Also it helps us in future product design. What does it take to be an a…
BagWise :: Recycle Your Bag
…shoes and accessories”. But, looking at statistics coming from the fashion industry as a whole, it is really mind-blowing how many garments, shoes and bags go to waste as they are not “in season” anymore or fall prey to “sellouts”. I read in a blog last week that 13 million tons of textile was sent to dump (figure by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)), only by North Americans, in 2011. And only 14% of this waste was recycled or reused. Imagine…
Interview with Eric Fischer :: Inside Line Equipment
…mpetition the US-made products have to be held to the highest quality. The industry got smaller after the 80’s, but now it’s coming back. I have some friends who are in a small shop in Temescal Alley, Standard & Strange, [in Oakland, CA] that only sells US stuff and it is awesome. It’s hard sourcing US but I think it says something about your brand. What things won’t you do with your brand? I won’t take them to Singapore. I like making all the bac…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 3
…minimal, ergonomic, versatile and very, very light. To get a higher-level industry take on the lightweight challenge I spoke with Mike Pfotenhauer, founder, owner and chief designer of Osprey Packs. Osprey is over four decades old and renowned for innovative, ergonomic and, yes, lightweight pack design. Still independently owned and operated, they’re a leading name in multiple fields of backpacking. When I caught up with Mike he had just gotten b…
5 Minutes with BLC
…people who have more playful lifestyles. They could be working in the art industry, such as artists, freelancers, dancers, musicians and so on. It includes bags that could be used for daily life too. The bags will carry BLC’s main identity which is style and various functions. The other lineup will be targeted towards people who are involved in more business-like lifestyles. It would be formal yet stylish. Externally it would be minimal and simpl…
The Hunt for the Perfect Bike Bag
…ted to treat myself to a new bag, one that I could carry into my “fashion” industry office without looking like the street punk my Chrome wrapped in duct tape portrayed me to be. So to help start my search process I read a review here on Carryology comparing two messenger bags, the Chrome Lieutenant and Mission Workshop Rummy (I ended up purchasing the Rummy for my current pack). After reading the article it became clear to me that because of my a…
5 mins with Greenroom136 (Giveaway)
…d things in the world of carry and why do you think they’re important? The industry is brimming with the most inventive and competitive players. Each so unique in their own special way, it’s hard to define who is better but its for sure, all are equally as important to the eco system, driving innovation and inspiring new blood. I’ve mused over many a brand over the years. But if I had to pinpoint a few, I’d say you can’t go past the clever product…
Week In Review ~ 14 February
…g multi-day trails and delving into day hikes REI have been in the outdoor industry for over half a century, so they know a good thing when they see it. How do they find those good things? By getting feedback from their members and employees, which is what they’ve done with their new performance line. Utilizing feedback to improve product design, the brand has created two categories that feature a combination of backpacks and apparel. The Flash ca…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part I
…ands came, and media members watched as the titans and trailblazers of our industry duked it out unveiling the newest developments in technologies, materials, and construction. The Carryology crew had a front row seat to robots weaving Keens, CamelBak laser etching bottles, and Gerber’s live bald eagle. Happy hours abound, and through all the noise and excitement and drama of it all, the annual resetting of the precedent rang clear. New standards…
Outdoor Retailer Carry Awards :: Summer Market 2016
…x booth has given me butterflies. One of the biggest brands in the outdoor industry, their booth anchors one end of the exhibition hall. Talk about menacing, both in stature and reputation. This year, we knew it was something big when we walked up to their booth and they only wanted to show us one thing. Sure, they had two or three other rooms full of gear including a line of great looking footwear, but they kept us focused on the new Bora AR. The…
The Noble Legacy of Böle Tannery
…put many tanneries like Bōle out of the game. It was a tough time for the industry – for the ‘old ways’ of doing things – yet Bōle, under Assar, retained its principles and upheld the traditional methods. Under Jan and Anders, it’s one of a handful on the planet today that still do. Even when the ‘old ways’ thrived, few tanneries ever used spruce bark. It is a slower and less ‘strong’ agent – its molecules are much larger than other barks, which…
Carry On Podcast :: Episode One
…pisode, the host, Jeff Bruckwicki, interviews a different maker in the bag industry. A bag hoarder at heart, Jeffrey has been designing stuff for over a decade. Starting with electric guitars and moving to soft goods, he has always tinkered, and Carry On is an extension of that. Each week, he chats with other makers to pick their brains and share this fascination with you, dear listener. When not podcasting, you can find him sewing away at Nock Co…
Velomacchi Speedway Roll-Top Review :: Drive-By
…for a follow-up article; Kevin’s distilled experience from 18 years in the industry designing for carry heavyweights like The North Face, Black Diamond and Mammut left my head spinning in an inspiring way. I felt like I had just played chess with Yoda, except these biker dudes are visually about as far as you could get from a wizened little Jedi muppet. Kevin’s crisp white dress shirt under the tiniest-bit-greasy Carhartt jacket struck me as a per…
Struktur Event 2016 Ticket Giveaway
…focus on exploring the challenges that designers face in their profession. Industry experts such as Nasahn Sheppard (VP of Design from REI), Karuna Scheinfeld (VP of Design from Woolrich), Carl Moriarity (Design Director of Apparel at Arc’teryx), Jeff Popp (MHM and CO.ALITION), and Aaron James Draplin (Draplin Design Co.) are just a few of the speakers who will be dishing up valuable insights. Panel discussions will deliver plenty of wisdom too, w…
The Fourth Annual Carry Awards :: Have Your Say!
…d in a meaningful way (we’re looking for more than just a new colorway for instance here), then that puts them back in the running and you’re more than welcome to vote for them. Unbiased recognition of a job well done Our Carry Awards are an unbiased celebration of the cream of the industry. They are not influenced by any brand affiliation, and provide a level playing field for the big guys and the little guys alike to scoop well-deserved recognit…
The Fourth Annual Carry Awards :: Have Your Say!
…well done Our Carry Awards are an unbiased celebration of the cream of the industry. They are not influenced by any brand affiliation, and provide a level playing field for the big guys and the little guys alike to scoop well-deserved recognition for their efforts. You can find the voting options below. You can vote for as few or as many categories as you like, then click SUBMIT at the bottom of the page. Submissions close 4th March. FIRST ROUND V…
Week In Review ~ 8 November
…excess wool felt from FilzFelt with premium upcycled leather from the shoe industry, the collection covers a range of carry situations courtesy of a messenger bag, pencil carrier, laptop sleeve and tote. Carry for your kicks Traveling with your sneakers requires some packing finesse – but things get a lot easier when you have dedicated space for your shoes. The HEX Sneaker Duffel delivers with two end pockets that each fit a pair of sneakers, alon…
The Third Annual Carry Awards :: Have Your Say!
…it deserves, and to recognize the role of innovation and expertise in the industry. If crew pushed the boundaries, nailed ‘fitness for purpose’, and dished up pieces that amalgamated function and fashion, then hey, they need a little love and exposure for making the awesome happen, right? What are we looking for besides great carry? We want new products and new blood. If a piece of carry got the gong in previous years, then sadly, it’s out of the…
Interview with Victorinox (Part II)
…rks for those two applications. It feels like you have an awareness of the industry but you also have a desire to genuinely make good product. It feels like the business structure is becoming more appropriate for making good business and good product. I’m sure you have issues like every brand and business in the world, but it feels like there should be a really good momentum in the coming years. I only can speak for what has happened in the last y…
Cuba, Kayaks and Carry:: The Crossing (Cotopaxi Challenge 113 Part III)
…arheaded by an 18-month-old outdoor gear company. Despite growing up in an industry overshadowed by responsible adventure pioneers such as Patagonia and The North Face, Cotopaxi is quickly charting a distinct course in philanthropy by means of the gear they make – taking carry to the next level. Fatigue brings me to my knees as a smile steals across my face. I’m reminded by the words of a Cuban kayaker as we left Havana, “when you are paddling at…
Bag Collectors :: Greg Davis
…the best bag for each activity. Fanned by his 15-plus years in the outdoor industry – with easy access to a variety of heavily discounted or free (carry jackpot!) bags – that spark became a flame and eventually an inferno. More than happy to add fuel to the fire, we asked Greg to tell us more about his hot collection… What was the very first piece in your collection? And do you remember where and why you picked it up? Well, if we’re talking my fir…
Road Tests :: Peak Design Everyday Messenger
…side a bag you might already own. Last, but not least, they stick with the industry-wide accepted, yet hated, velcro’d divider walls. “When asked, the Peak guys told me it comes to putting quality over cost” Instead, Peak Design created a camera bag system from the ground up, solving many of the complaints photographers had and many we didn’t even know we had. The Everyday Messenger is made of a DWR-coated Kodra synthetic nylon which gives it grea…
Arc’teryx Reddit AMA
…sible for leading a talented, in-house design team, which continues to set industry standards in Design and Innovation. Carl grew up in the hills around Wellington, New Zealand, before moving to Australia and studying Industrial Design at Swinburne University. After graduation, a passion for the mountains lead to an extended period of travel, exploring and climbing throughout South East Asia, Europe and North America. While visiting Squamish in 20…
Week In Review ~ 5 April
Tumi celebrates four decades in the industry, Everlane embraces understated chic and a new Topo Designs offering packs a punch in the versatility department – discover more in our Week In Review… – Birthday celebrations that go back to the beginning Tumi are 40 years old and celebrating in a suitably appropriate style – the release of their 1975 Collection. The pieces in the collection, which includes a variety of styles such as a duffel, backpac…
5 Minutes with Bagagiste
…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 simple lay flat, yet secure loop-and-buckle solution for all of our bags. How could we ensure the functionality of a suitcase handle without making the bag look like a bulky, heavy suitcase? We designed a functional leather handle for our bags that disappears completely under the pleat and is…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Specialist Results
…is. It was a massive project to get right, but the results will change the industry. Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads in the upmost respect and kudos. If this were a dias, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals,…
Pushing the Horizon | At the Helm of Côte&Ciel
…Bern on board, the two began to carve out a ‘power team’ reputation in the industry, “extremely strong on sourcing, extremely tough in deliveries,” says Wembacher, a mouthful of south German inflection. Accounts with Red Bull and Puma led to CosmoSupply’s American ingress, at which point Apple’s iPod boom was set to enter stage right. As we know, the iPod was just the beginning for Apple’s commercial renaissance – its MacBook, iPhone and iPad woul…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 1
…f thought still has deep roots in the DIY tradition but there is a growing industry around production ultralight packs. Some companies have adapted their products to meet the demand for lighter and lighter gear, while others have sprung up out of the ultralight community itself with that niche as their sole focus. To dig into how ultralight design works, and who’s doing the work, stay tuned for our upcoming interviews with key designers in the fie…