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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…
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 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…
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…
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…
Design Talk | 2022 Trend Forecast
…nd forecast. But the Covid effect hasn’t only brought about a shift in new designs. It’s also highlighted the intrinsic value of the objects around us. For many, it’s spurred on a demand for shopping locally and added more luster to buying locally-made products. And for a small but growing number of people, it’s prompted them to go one step further to start making their own gear. While still niche, designers such as Reese Cooper are now starting t…
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…
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 “…
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…
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…
Design Talk | 2025 Trend Forecast
…tems where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, and waste is designed out from the start. But for designers and brands, it can also be about finding simple ways to make a positive impact at every stage of a product’s life cycle. It might be as straightforward as Melbourne-based Into Carry, who craft durable products using materials diverted from waste streams. Arc’teryx’s ReBird program tackles the end of a product’s life through upc…
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…
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…
The Company That Zips the Globe | YKK’s Ninety-Year Obsession
…etch blends, technical materials—have evolved faster than zippers. The old design, with its woven borders and stiff seams, feels out of sync with what surrounds it. AiryString catches up. It’s a zipper designed for fabrics that didn’t exist when the zipper was invented. The product is in production now, rolling out to commercial partners throughout 2025. THE SELF-PROPELLED ZIPPER This one sounds like a joke. A zipper that zips itself. But it’s rea…
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…
The Quiet Revolutionary Behind Côte&Ciel
…esigned to transcend those boxes. This wasn’t an accident. Arnault doesn’t design the way most bag makers design. Her process is one of constant “experiment.” “I just have an idea. I don’t have a drawing. I don’t draw,” she explains. Instead, she begins with a roll of fabric in her hand. “I just manipulate it like a kid would do with play-doh,” she says. This allows for a “conversation with the material.” If the fabric resists a certain shape, she…
At Home With Millican
…meless in style, so that helps – we’ve been able to avoid the trend-driven design pressures. In addition, we’ve adopted 3 design approaches alongside each other: 1. Adapting and updating existing styles plus adding related new styles – this can be achieved more easily on a seasonal basis 2. Working with a collaborative partner to find a “timeless response to product, material and colour trends” – for AW12 and SS13, we’ve partnered with British clo…
What’s In My Work/Sports Bag – Farer Design Dayfarer Backpack Review
…p to an all-in-one work and gym bag? The Farer Design Dayfarer Backpack is designed to take both your commute and your workout in stride. How does it fare when put to the test? Find out in this video review… Bag contents: – Victorinox Spartan PS – Jabra Elite Active 65t – Cauldryn Coffee – Villager Supplies 3UP Bag – Nintendo Switch – Bose QC35 II – Sony MDR-XB50AP – Farer Design Tech Pouch – mophie powerstation plus – Nomad Universal USB-C Cable…
master-piece (MSPC) Japan Exhibit
…an necessary. The Broad collection captured my attention for its authentic design and material. Again MSPC design with users in mind. Extreme versatility to satisfy a specific use is the key to their design. The Broad collection is crafted for travelers. This beautiful series of packs and bags was supposed to be released last year. But it has been delayed because of the travel ban imposed by Covid safety measures. MSPC decided (wisely) to leave it…
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…
The Best Portable Soft-Sided Coolers for Summer 2021
…sted above, they earn their place here for their innovative and thoughtful designs! Cocktail Caddy – RovR KeepR Price: $149.99 Carryology Credential: Cocktail-ready. What you’ll like: Unique design, built-in ice bucket, perfect for socializing. What you might not: No closure or insulation (yet!) Warranty: Five years I’d been waiting for this and I didn’t know it. I’m a bit of a Gin & Tonic fiend – my wife and I had a gin bar at our wedding, and I’…
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…
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…
Brands You Should Know | Wingback
…n with full-grain, vegetable-tanned Italian leather, the Pen Slip has been designed for the Wingback range but can accommodate a variety of pens and pencils. It fits up to 5 pens/pencils and a Wingback Designer’s Plate and can be personalized with your choice of fastener, thread, and exterior inscription. Cash Wallet (US$96) The Cash Wallet brings a premium look and feel to your pocket carry setup, with its elegant construction and practical desig…
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…
Best Foldable, Packable and Portable Adventure Gear (+Accessories) for Summer
…fibre if your sunglasses or phone get splashed. Once you add in an awesome design from artist Ty Williams and Bandits Bandanas that supports the waterways, how can you say no to one!? HOKA One One Hopara Sandal This sandal was designed for exploration. From HOKA One One’s sky collection, this provides supreme comfort, great traction, and endless possibilities. Not only is this capable of getting you to the best launch spots due to its hiking DNA,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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