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Latest in Travel Gear: 6 Fresh Essentials For Your Packing List
…en and women help you find the perfect pair for your packing list. Porsche Design Roadster Aluminum Trolley (from $1650) While Porsche Design aren’t strangers to the luggage scene, they’ve never made an aluminum suitcase. Until now. The Roadster Aluminum Trolley is a striking new addition to the world of aluminum luggage, and takes inspiration from the Porsche 911 Targa with its aluminum roll bar. The suitcase comes in small, medium, and large opt…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
Our Favorite EDC Pocket Essentials Right Now
…t-friendly multi-tool that will put a smile on your face with its charming design and solid durability. Designed by custom knifemaker Jesper Voxnaes, it’s machined from solid 1/4″ copper and combines a bottle opener and emergency impact tool in one. The James Brand Chapter (US$295) With its timeless styling, durable build, and functional design, the Chapter is a pocket knife you can use pretty much anywhere. The frame lock design features minimal…
Best Cloth Face Masks, Tested 2021
…eople like YOU. Great materials, multiple wearing options, and understated design. Why you might not: This mask is rather angular; if you are looking for smoother shapes and rounded edges, look elsewhere. It takes a little while to “break in”. Field Testing: Triple Aught Design are over-engineers by nature, and I mean that in the best way. Their products are always thoroughly thought through and show a genuine understanding of the problem they are…
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…
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…
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…
Prometheus Design Werx Ti-Signal Whistle Review
…tting yourself into a situation where you think you’d need one. Prometheus Design Werx has just released their version of the signal whistle, machined from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet in their Mk2 Pineapple pattern, which you can find on some of their other tools if you want to get matchy. This means that you’ll be able to easily maintain your grip in any weather conditions and the corrosion-proof, lightweight titanium will last, as long as you’r…
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…
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…
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…
OR Show 2012 Pt II
…line of bags. Inspired from the 60s, 70 and 80s, these bags feature modern design elements such as pen and computer pockets. — Mile High Mountaineering. This photo was taken on “the streets” of the show. The company didn’t have a booth, but the bags look great, if not groundbreaking. I am sure we’ll see more of this company in the future. — Mystery Ranch: Dana Gleason’s venerable Mystery Ranch is releasing the Blackjack for this season- an avalanc…
Week In Review ~ 9 June
…main compartment. If the name is anything to go by, you should reach that peak in record time. — Hot picks: Backpack guide for summer Staying on the theme of backpacks, if the pull of the outdoors has you firmly in its grasp, this handy buyer’s guide to backpacks may be just the sort of advice you’re searching for. Whether you’re planning a day hike, a hell-for-leather charge down the side of a rather steep incline with nothing but two wheels ben…
Carry Trainspotting at SXSW ’13
…of a Gregory Pack (not sure if he meant it was made by Gregory or a copied design/pattern). Wish I could’ve captured more detail. My favorite backpack I spotted during all of SXSW 2013. Worn by a Japanese dude traveling with some bands. He said he purchased the pack as is and that it was based off of a Gregory Pack (not sure if he meant it was made by Gregory or a copied design/pattern). Wish I could’ve captured more detail. I usually don’t use a…
Week In Review ~ 16 March
…fall in the latter category. Designed as urban travel packs, they feature designated pockets and sections for tech gear and waterproof interior linings. In addition, an assortment of cases and pouches can be connected to the waterproof exterior of the packs via magnetic coupling hardware. To discover more check out the Kickstarter campaign. Combining fantasy and functionality There are a few factors that brands often highlight – quality, style, f…
Specialist Carry :: Freeskier (Olympic Special)
…nd, what does that icy environment demand from your gear? What’s important design-wise? It depends on what’s in our bags. But when in training, and on our way to the slopes, we don’t like to have cold boots or have our water frozen. Thermal equipment helps us out. A lot of wear and tear occurs when travelling around the globe. It’s important that our gear gets maintained and that our travel gear is protective. Are there any features from other car…
Struktur Event (Portland, OR) Recap
…ome introduction from Michelle and Sam, followed by quality speaker after speaker. The speakers ranged from outdoor gear designers, brand founders, design directors, creative directors, entrepreneurs, inventors, innovators, brand anthropologists, softgoods factory owners, crowdsource funding gurus, fashion designers, radio producers, published authors, and more. Progressive Reduction: “How do we make it less?” So many brands were represented (eith…
Berlin Muse :: Whipping Post in the South of France
…leys, lit by romantic amber wall lamp, and one night we wandered up to the peak of the promenade by the Vieille Ville hill, necking litre bottles of Kronenberg, laying eyes on the glow-white promenade lamps marking the shoreline, trailing off tinier and tinier into the distance in an arc of tiny congealing luminous pearls. I hadn’t expected too much from Nice; given its proximity to ritzy Cannes and Monaco, I suspected it might be a little ‘high e…
Moondarra: Expanding the Backpack’s Contextual Use
…lating its characteristics into a tangible backpack calls for some serious designing. The design process is well underway and I am extremely excited about the possibilities it holds. So can a bag adapt to function in more than one environment by changing its form and therefore its capacity to carry? Well I guess there is only one way to find out. The project is still very early in its development. I would love to hear your feedback on it thus far…
Week In Review ~ 10 August
…gn here. Face your EDC battles with some sharp-looking carry Fancy a sneak peak at Bedouin Foundry’s new carry creation? Of course you do! Well start putting those savings aside because the Janissary Attaché case is a thing of beauty that will attract covetous glances wherever it goes. Constructed out of Scottish waxed canvas with a leather base and straps, the interior of the case incorporates stash pockets and a laptop sleeve, with a double slee…
Berlin Muse :: Riding around Berlin with the MONO M80
…musical instrument cases are concerned. With its resilience, strength and design ingenuity, the MONO M80 hybrid series remains a prime choice for touring musicians worldwide. Many cases on the market go for the ‘hard materials is best’ approach to protection, which is not always the best way to do it. Conversely, the M80 is crafted from extremely lightweight, reinforced materials and integral ABS panelling that stealthily absorbs and deflects sho…
Kickstarter Launches House Brand for Wallets
…d profile, mesh ID pocket, and [insert cringe] velcro closure. Will it succeed? Well, how can it not? And what comes next? Multi-tools maybe… If you’re after a sneak peak into their campaign click here for more details on how you can fund…well, the king of crowd funding….
NYC Agenda and Capsule Show Recap
…e to gain access to the Agenda and Capsule trade shows to give you a sneak peak. Let’s jump right into it! If you’re the type of person who enjoys premium materials, Americana, hunting, fishing, biking and a love for the outdoors then Frost River is gonna get you thinking about your next adventure! The offering is extensive, with packs and bags for just about anything you can do in the great outdoors. Their flagship piece is in the canoe packs cat…
Chrome Industries :: HQ Visit
…t smiles. And brings up their Familia (or ambassador network if you don’t speak fluent Chrome). A team of musicians, artists, skaters and, of course, full-time professional bike messengers who are intimately involved with concepts and design direction. “We work with them on doing kind of those inputs once or twice annually. If they get a light bulb over their head it’s just a text or an email to me and then I kind of will share that out with the d…
#mycarryID Roundup
…dered preparation for a host of situations, bold and bright got its jam on next to muted and understated…in short, our readers are wonderfully diverse in their carry needs and the pieces they choose to fulfil them. So thank you for giving us a peak into your carry lives, we loved the contrasts and the insights your snapshots provided. 🙂 Now we know you’ll be just as interested to check out the layouts as we were, so we’ve put together a #mycarryID…
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