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Why Minimalist Design? :: Ucon Acrobatics Interview
…ult, minimalism in design is flourishing more than ever – and that’s where Berlin-based Ucon Acrobatics comes in. Founded in 2001, the German carry brand has honed a reputation for minimalistic bags that trim the excess and excel in everyday. Keen to learn more, we asked Head of Design Martin Fussenegger to share his insights on the brand’s approach to minimalist design… Define minimalist design? What is it to you? Simplified, timeless aesthetic….
5 Minutes with Bagagiste
…th adidas living in Germany, Asia and Switzerland before finally moving to Berlin and founding Bagagiste. Alex, an architect and urban designer, is currently a Professor of Architecture and Urban Design at the ETH University in Zurich, Switzerland. In 2014 he was responsible for the German contribution to the 14th Architecture Biennale: Bungalow Germania. What key insights drive your stuff? When you travel you need a perfect companion. One that do…
Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…Consistently delivering burly and badass designs for demanding users, this Berlin-based brand has been going strong for well over two decades. And they’re not afraid to take things to the next level with their aptly named NXL Rucksack Tech Line. NXL stands for Next Level, a line designed to elevate their offerings even further across materials, functionality, design and manufacturing. The NXL Rucksack Tech Line has been designed with the brand’s m…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC3 Berserker Viking | Exclusive Release
…the Viking way, to show homage to the inspiration of this project warrior muse. After months of research, we found him: Nils Ögren of Ogren Axes in rural Värmland, Sweden—creator of collectors’ axes and winner of Sweden’s “Forged in Fire” equivalent. Contacting him to make patches for a backpack project from an unknown brand seemed audacious, but after we spoke over video chat he agreed to try! The best part about Nils, in my opinion? His process…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC3 Berserker Viking Collection
…the Viking way, to show homage to the inspiration of this project warrior muse. After months of research, we found him: Nils Ögren of Ogren Axes in rural Värmland, Sweden—creator of collectors’ axes and winner of Sweden’s “Forged in Fire” equivalent. Contacting him to make patches for a backpack project from an unknown brand seemed audacious, but after we spoke over video chat he agreed to try! The best part about Nils, in my opinion? His process…
The Matriarchs Of The Luxury Handbag World
…h bag remains largely unchanged from the day it was released until now. C’mon all you haters out there… there’s something special about that and it’s a rarity in the design world today. A parting question – can the YSL Muse, the Marc Jacobs Stam, the Mulberry Alexa or any of the more recently designed ‘It’ bags secure as loyal a following as the years go by? Check them out with your design hat on and let me know what you think….
5 mins with Greenroom136 (Giveaway)
…ortant 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 designs of Mission Workshop, the community based brand culture of Chrome, the entrepreneurial spirit of Rickshaw Bagworks, the industrial practises of Timbuk2, and notably the true grit that drives the designs of Bedouin foundry. I’m sure there will be more t…
Road Tests :: Chrome Metropolis
…ag in the Buckle Bag Series range (not counting the GIGANTICALLY HUMUNGOUS Berlin in the Pro-Series range) the sides on the bag sit more at right angles to the base than Citizen or Mini-Metro, endowing you with more usable space from top to bottom. I also find squared off bag designs a little more appealing than bags with a large difference in top and base width. – The main compartment itself is big, but not so big that it becomes overbearing. I h…
5 Minutes with Ucon Acrobatics
Ucon Acrobatics is a Berlin-based lifestyle brand that was founded in 2001 by Jochen Smuda and Martin Fussenegger. The brand has gone from strength to strength while embracing the values of creativity, innovation, quality and ethical production. We recently caught up with Ucon Acrobatics to chat design insights, who inspires them in the carry world, as well as new creations to look out for… What key insights drive your stuff? We’ve been in the ma…
Whillas and Gunn Interview :: The Road Less Travelled
…bit before we started WG Trunk Co. Richy has lived in London, New York and Berlin plus a few other places in between. I spent a lot of time abroad when I was working with Kakadu and took a year off to go exploring solo so we’ve both had the travel bug for a while. I love the idea of combining an online shop with a photo documentary of awesome travel adventures! It’s a totally refreshing approach, what inspired it? And how are crew responding? Rich…
Arc’teryx Reddit AMA
…ne, 8am LA – 4th June, 3pm Tokyo – 5th June, 7am Singapore – 5th June, 6am Berlin – Midnight between Thursday, 4 June and Friday, 5 June ———————————————————————————- AMA Details: Carl: New Zealand born Industrial Designer Carl Moriarty is the Design Director for Apparel at Arc’teryx. For the past 6 years, he has been responsible for leading a talented, in-house design team, which continues to set industry standards in Design and Innovation. Carl g…
The Best Modular Backpacks
…Urban styling meets modularity with the Spyder Skid Backpack. Handmade in Berlin in collaboration with Bagjack, this gym bag’s stealth styling is complemented by features such as multiple attachment points, ergonomic rotating buckles, and a removable ‘grid’ for attaching pouches. estreich/design Honu Pack System Currently only a concept (but an awesome one!), this system combines a hard frame with a choice of soft modular attachment options to co…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…nt pocket with interior organization for smaller items. Crafted by hand in Berlin, this bag is built to last and adapt to changing carry missions. _________________________________________________________ Peak Design Everyday Sling The Everyday Sling has a number of nifty tricks up its sleeve that come together in a harmonious, multifunctional design. A dividable main compartment and plenty of interior pockets provide ample organization for smalle…
Our Favorite Makers (Rest of the World)
…craftsmanship, the bags also feature labels and custom hand-printed linings made in England. . . . . . bagjack bagjack can trace its roots back to a bike messenger bag crafted in 1993, though today the Berlin-based brand offers a variety of handmade bags. Offerings range from their Classics line to the premium NXL lines, with practicality and durability front and center. . . …
12 February Week in Review: Stylish Dopp Kits, Camera Holsters, and Swedish Minimalism
…king silhouette and range of handy features. The bag is crafted by hand in Berlin using 560 dtex Cordura, an AustriAlpin Cobra buckle, and waterproof YKK zippers. Suitable for everyday and travel needs, the bag’s features include a removable soft shell muff, a removable shoulder strap, a padded tech pocket, a quick-access front pocket, and MOLLE webbing for attaching additional items. Embracing the outdoors made easy Alite Designs are all about cr…
20 July Week in Review: Urban-Ready Backpacks, Wallets, and Messenger Bags
…NT backpack, 23 liters of ruggedness in black canvas and leather. This limited edition backpack stems from a collaboration between Swedish bag and accessories brand Sandqvist and Berlin skateboarding brand Ambivalent. The pack has four exterior pockets and an inner laptop sleeve suitable for a 15-inch laptop….
Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…onstruction that can take a beating and keep going strong. Made by hand in Berlin, the bag features a host of pockets including two detachable interior pockets to tailor the carry setup to your needs. _________________________________________________________ Colfax Design Works SDP_01 Hard-wearing and adaptable, the SDP_01 is made in the USA and combines weatherproof Cordura construction with a versatile rolltop opening to suit a range of loads. M…
Best Active Messenger Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ul features camouflaged within its multifunctional design. Made by hand in Berlin, the bag includes an integrated/removable soft shell muff and three rows of MOLLE webbing for attaching items externally. The padded main compartment has space for a small tablet and a phone, while the exterior pocket provides ready access to frequently used items. The shoulder strap is also removable, and comes with a top-notch AustriAlpin Cobra buckle. Sleek, tough…
The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2022
…t: 0.366 kg / 0.8 lb This lightweight and low-key sling is made by hand in Berlin, and suits both work and weekends away. The bag keeps up to an 11″ tablet or laptop safe and secure in a padded compartment with side access, while a front zipped pocket stores quick-access items within easy reach. Maxpedition Kodiak Gearslinger (US$ 130.84) – Volume: 22.6L – Dimensions: 13.5″(L) x 7.5″(W) x 20″(H) The Kodiak Gearslinger provides tactical functionali…
The Best Urban Daypacks and Backpacks
…l EDC or travel items in order. bagjack NXL Skidcat (~US$ 825) Handmade in Berlin, the NXL Skidcat is a tough and weatherproof pack with a variety of useful features to make carrying easier. The bag stands upright for easy packing and unloading, and features a range of pockets including two removable inner pockets to tailor it to your needs. And with quick and easy magnetic Fidlock buckles access is simple too. visvim Suede-Trimmed Cordura Nylon B…
QWSTION Interview :: Brand, Beginnings and Business
…t, and more recently we opened stores in temporary locations in Zürich and Berlin. What things won’t you do with your brand? Most likely fast food, cars and weapons. What key insights drive your product direction? It’s important to be clear about what you are doing. Which carry product are you the most proud of? It’s more difficult than ever to create something truly original. When we launched our Backpack as one of the first three products in our…
Carry Portraits Exhibition
…e any particular rules but durability is a key for me.” JIMMY BOREJESSON – Berlin, Germany Software Engineer “My home is where my gadgets are. I love being outside in nature, and I take the inside out with me. High quality podcasts need a great view to bring them to life.” JON OLSSON – Mora, Sweden Professional Skier, Vlogger and Car Enthusiast “I love to travel with a backpack as I can fit it under the seat in front of me. Perfect to keep the dro…
Carry Conversations :: Dana Gleason
…sic packs plus a few new pieces. He’s getting back from a few more days in Berlin this evening. It’s just exciting! We are able to have some real effect and we are able to build better packs for a few people and it’s a gas! That’s incredible. Along the lines of Kletterwerks, I’ve read you designed the whole line in two weeks… Well back in 1975 I had been repairing equipment for about 2.5 to 3 years before that and had done a number of individual d…
Buyer’s Guide :: Work Messengers
…perfectly. Interested? Buy it now. – Bagjack NXL We don’t talk about this Berlin-based brand enough on Carryology. They do some crazy things, and the NXL is pretty much their craziest. It’s a messenger that can transform, detach, rearrange and metamorph into pretty much anything you need it to be. It’s pushing the tech thing for a work bag, but in full black, with the strap tucked away and the flap folded, it actually scrubs up really cleanly. In…
Interview w/Shai Levy
…tdoor bags and sewn accessories. I studied product design in Israel and in Berlin and worked as a freelance designer in Tel- Aviv after my graduation. One of my customers was Source-Vagabond, an Israeli manufacturer of high end outdoor gear. They are known for their Sandals and Hydration packs. One day I got a phone call from them regarding a new project. They wanted me to fly to China and develop it in the factory of their producer. This was my f…
Reuben Wu | The Visionary Combining Art, Design, and Technology
…bandoned fairy castle near Beijing, or a derelict CIA listening station in Berlin. And if you really want to move fast and light, do it alone. Traveling by yourself changes your experience of a place and a journey. Suddenly, you take on sole responsibility over your actions and your situation. Rather than enabling you to make connections with other people, solo travel enables you to make vital connections with yourself. It changes you and what you…
Packing List | World’s Biggest Salt Desert
…nce the opening in 1997 of their first production facility in Kreuzberg, a Berlin district also made famous by its vibrant Punk rock and hip-hop scene since the 1970s. Db RAMVERK PRO Staying in the bags and luggage category, I also recently got the opportunity to test what I would describe quite frankly as one of the best carry-on luggage options for professional photographers available on the market these days. I certainly don’t select my gear ra…
The Top Gear to Buy in November 2023: Travel, Outdoors, EDC, & More
…s Rommy González, originally from Santiago de Chile. Living and working in Berlin, her background in graphic design and film photography shows how varied her creative pursuits are. Her design shows a collection of fungi in a pleasing color palette. Next up, MioSHe has a design loosely based on Selene, the goddess of the full moon, while reminding us of “Vrikshasana” or the tree pose from yoga. Lastly, Perrine Honoré is a French illustrator who res…
The Top Gear to Buy in October 2023: Travel, Outdoors, EDC, & More
…and 100m of water resistance. Urban Ucon Acrobatics Lotus Infinity Series Berlin-based Ucon Acrobatics have always focused on minimalist design created with minimal emissions but now they’re taking their sustainability efforts even further with the Lotus Infinity series. The collection marks the brand’s first step towards changing their core material from recycled PET bottles from the beverage industry to textile waste from fashion landfill. Text…
Mars Mission Simulation | Packing List
…ckpack comes with BAGJACK’s famous attention to detail and the handmade in Berlin label that guarantees durability, high-level craftsmanship, and of course a next-level design. With a carrying capacity of 25-32 liters, it can very quickly morph from the maximum carry-on-friendly H47 x W33.5 x D16 cm dimensions to a smaller shape that will qualify it as an accessory during your flight should you need it, while still looking absolutely badass. There…
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