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The Best Mechanical Pencils to EDC in 2021
…ber 9 are cut into the body of the pencil, ensuring a clean and consistent design. There are six standard designs, separated into three pairs. Users can choose between a plain, grooved, or knurled grip with high and low taper or continuous or interrupted patterns for the latter. All bodies are 144mm long and measure 8mm across the hexagonal flats and 7.7mm across the grip. The pencil is offered in aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and titanium. An…
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…
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 Active Backpack 2019
…de zip entry to the main compartment paired with the unique Quick Draw Lid design that enables rapid opening and closing. Take a closer look and you’ll find plenty of further features adding to the bag’s user-friendly design. Top and side handles, along with a front center handle that allows for easy maneuverability and aids top access. A tough yet lightweight and water-resistant build to handle a variety of adventures without weighing you down. H…
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…
Design Talk: 2021 Trend Forecast
…s the freedom and flexibility to choose between different workspaces, each designed for a specific activity.” Lily Stanger, Design Lead at Mindspace. As the workplace evolves, so do management tools. Sensors and tracking technology, such as Euclid, as used by WeWork, help analyse how workers utilize each space – so they can be adjusted for efficiency. A. Office phonebooth B. The Third Space C. Orbitkey Nest SQUARE PACKS Abrupt rectangular designs…
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…
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…
Exclusive Release | Matador x Carryology EDX Series
…dename Water and water resistance were constantly at the forefront of the design brief and design process. It made sense to have some kind of product name inspired by this. We looked into the depths of an ocean’s worth of mythology from history. Water gods, water creatures, etc. When it comes to water and mythology, there is really only one king… Poseidon, the Greek god of the seas. And equally as iconic as the god himself, is his famously powerf…
GORUCK X Carryology | From GR1 To Guerrilla X
…hen it comes to design, the legend, Dan Matsuda. Dan has a long history of designing products and patches for Triple Aught Design and now for himself. We worked with him on a collaboration pair of patches last year. Essentially, anything this gent works on is magic. So we asked him to bring the ‘Guerrilla X’ to life. The mysterious intergalactic star-jumping warrior. Dan dreamed deep into the cosmos and presented the artwork: it was an instant “Y…
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 Design Competition :: Mesh01
…g carry designers. Mesh01, a cool co-creation site that links thousands of designers to companies has a sweet new carry-related competition in the works. Warning: this is super late notice but Nick from Mesh01 assures me that in the first round of the project they’re just looking for quick ideas. If you are selected for the 2nd round you will be paid to flesh out your idea with feedback from the brand. Sound good? Project: Revolutionary New Pack f…
What Makes a Genius Pack?
…one-man show. Do you have to go to the maker to make a good bag? Can carry design work remotely? Design, yes it can be handled remotely. Development, no sir. You need to get on a plane and go sit side-by-side with the manufacturing team to execute the right product (especially when dealing with highly technical products). How do you test your product? What do you look for when testing? We first test our products for durability and quality by facil…
The Art of Vagabonding with VINJABOND
…ment? If I had to narrow it down to just 1 brand, it would be Triple Aught Design. Their designs, build quality and utility is on my level. OK, let’s talk bags. What’s your go-to travel bag? The backpack was the single most difficult item to choose as this is the thing I’ll be “living out of”. After many months of purchases, returns and modifications, I finally settled with the FAST Pack Litespeed from Triple Aught Design. It’s one of the most wel…
November 2024’s Must-Have Gear | From Elegant EDC to Circular Snowsports Apparel
…2 Parker style refills, which are varied and plentiful. Urban Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket and Watchtower N-1 Deck Coat Triple Aught Design have welcomed back their Outrider Jacket and Watchtower N-1 Deck Coat, just in time for cold and wet winter conditions. The Outrider Jacket is made with British Millerain’s Sahara canvas with a washable Staywax finish, creating a durable and breathable piece that can protect you against the elements whe…
Minimum Squared Slim Wallet Elastic :: Drive By
…is no easy feat. It is made with vegetable-tanned goat leather and is CAD designed, precision laser cut, and sewn with a waxed linen thread from France that dates to 1847. They are experimenting with other types of leathers and I understand a version with Horween Chromexcel may be coming soon. “The Slim Wallet Elastic I was sent won a 2016 Red Dot Design Award which is no easy feat.” There is a 6mm elastic band that free-floats, passing through t…
Executive style: the Best Luxury Bags for the Office
…eautiful Tailfeather Kookaburra combines timeless styling with a versatile design that can be carried as a briefcase or over the shoulder using the detachable shoulder strap. Meticulously made with Horween® leather and brass feet, the bag features a self-standing design for easy packing and access to your gear. Complementing the Kookaburra’s eye-catching looks are useful organization options including interior pockets and a 15″ laptop divider. Tro…
LifeLabs Innovate with their WarmLife and CoolLife Clothing Collections
…MegaWarm Jacket Their flagship product, the MegaWarm jacket is a behemoth designed to keep you warm on the coldest of days. It is a design focused on function, that just happens to look excellent. While it is undoubtedly a big jacket, and should be reserved for brutal days, the technology is magnificent and effective. I’ve had the pleasure of testing hundreds of jackets here at Carryology, so I’d like to think I know a thing or two about them. Th…
Top 5 | Best Active Backpacks
…ally if you’re traveling a lot. A short summer outdoor stroll in the afternoon, when you’re on your way to a customer meeting the next day? Been there, done that! STRENGTHS Lightweight, compact, and really packable design Comfortable and breathable suspension with an elastic frame Quality, uncompromised, full-thickness fabric and weatherproof design Good organization, both inside and outside VOTING CLOSES [FEB 15TH]…
The Life and Times of the Modern Tactical Backpack
…t – considered by many to be the first external frame backpack ever seen – design-wise, it wasn’t too far off the ‘Sekk Med Meis’ frames devised by the Norwegians back in the 1880s (which, of course, Nelson would have had no idea about). Whatever came first elsewhere, Nelson’s Alaskan packboard is regarded by many as ‘where it all began’ for modern backpacking, and a vital link in military design thinking. That aside, the often under-appreciated i…
Road Tests :: TAD OP1 Admin Pouch
…make sure you tag both Carryology and Triple Aught Design – if you don’t tag us we won’t know you’ve entered 😉 The winners will be announced on the 22nd of May. *Facebook handles: Carryology & Triple Aught Design *Twitter handles: @Carryology & @tadgear Good luck!! – PS: Don’t forget to enter to win a a Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC at our Road Test / Giveaway! (contest ends May 22nd)…
Best Check-In Finalists : Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…ral treks and city pavements alike thanks to a hybrid backpack/trolley bag design. The adaptive wheel-set design enables a smooth and quick transition between the different carry modes, while Kathmandu’s C3 Adapt harness provides carry comfort on the move and can be covered to keep things tidy for check-in. _________________________________________________________ Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler 90L A well-featured duffel for around $100 that sneaks in j…
Wingback EVERYDAY PACK 21L | A Modern Minimalist’s Delight
…ACK 21L is a hark back to simpler times. Now I know I’m English, and this is a bag from an English company, but I promise you it’s more than that. The Wingback Everyday Pack has a certain mellowness to it that is captivating and the elegant minimalist design doesn’t sacrifice practicality or style. Heritage fans will love the marriage of modern design choices with robust timeless materials. It’s the kind of pack that says, “I know what I want, and…
Score Deals on Summer Gear | Get Ready for Your Best Summer Yet!
…g one MacBook Pro, two iPad Pros, or five iPhone 15 Pros. And with a prism design taking inspiration from Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon”, you can inject a little fun into your charging setup too. Heimplanet Transit Line Daypack – 24L (US$167) Sleek and sustainable, Heimplanet’s Transit Line Daypack is made with their proprietary DYECOSHELL fabric that uses a dope-dyeing process to significantly reduce the use of water, chemicals, CO2, and en…
Exclusive Release | Matador x Carryology EDX Lite
…This pack comes with its own custom breathable branded mesh pocket, now redesigned with a cinch cord instead of a zipper. This new design is easier and faster to use, saving weight and reducing the pack’s volume when cinched tight. You can roll or bunch it up to save space in your main travel bag, or use it as a small organizer to keep items tidy when laid flat. Also included are orange zipper pullers for customization, a nice extra touch from…
Manhattan Portage x Carryology | New York City REDUX
…esign, a starting point to draw inspiration from: The NY Messenger. As the design phase moved forward we plucked design DNA from many of their other products, then added our own patterning and features, creating a brand new product from the ground up. We were heavily inspired by their premium Black Label, popular in both the USA and very popular in Japan. Because they use high-end materials, clean patterning, and a heavy focus on the details. A C…
The Best Spring Clothes and Accessories from Huckberry
…erts at The James Brand know how to deliver elegant functionality in their designs and the Mehlville is a classy choice for those seeking a practical yet eye-catching everyday carabiner. The dual-compartment design makes the carabiner easy to remove or attach on a belt loop while keeping attached items secure. Available in a choice of materials, you can also snag an exclusive copper colorway (only available at Huckberry) for some added summer shim…
Best Work Backpacks on a Budget
…s pack is a steal and well worth considering for your daily work bag. Topo Designs Daypack Classic (US$99) One of Topo Designs’ first silhouettes, the Daypack Classic has stood the test of time with its versatile and functional design that moves easily between work days and downtime excursions. The pack is made with a 1000D recycled nylon exterior paired with an easily cleanable coated 210D recycled nylon lining. Externally accessible laptop stora…
A Decade of Heimplanet: Interview
…ed that with this construction, it is impossible to separate function from design; they are one. This defined our product design principles. It was a long and challenging process to find our voice. Still, with the Motion Line, we were able to translate this concept into our backpacks, and it defined our direction from then on. We are also inspired by patterns and forms that you find in nature. Nothing in nature is random, everything follows a prin…
Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Review :: Drive By
…ecognition in our 2017 Carry Awards, I was excited to put the Triple Aught Design (TAD) Parallax Messenger through its paces. It’s a solid marriage between TAD’s tactically inspired style and some classic bike messenger undertones. Over the past few months I’ve had the Parallax Messenger on my back/at my side/over my shoulder (it’s versatile) throughout the city. This is how it carries. Who It Suits The Parallax Messenger is for someone needing a…
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