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Best New Gear: August 2018
…ouette is designed to reduce the chance of snagging, with side access to the main compartment and a front pocket for safety gear. A helmet or rope can be stored under the lid and skis can be attached diagonally (with optional straps allowing A-frame carry and vertical board carry). Arc’teryx Arro 22 Backpack The Arro 22 is a cult classic, but there’s no reason you can’t give a classic a little refresh now and then. And that’s what Arc’teryx have d…
Mystery Ranch x Carryology | The Unicorn Returns
…en to implement a good portion of them into the new pack with their expert design team. A design team as talented as we’ve ever worked with. Our goals were to: Maintain the Unicorn DNA, but make it more agile, more versatile, more special. Create a pack perfect for every day. Create a pack that would be more than a sequel. Together, we created a final direction, leading to 2D concepts to review. Then their sample team created prototype subasse…
Into The Details :: Bellroy Designers Edition Interview
…really do it justice, stepping up into that space. So is DE about Bellroy designers designing for them, or Bellroy designers designing for other design-minded people out there, or is it a bit of both? I think it’s a bit of both. I call it a lovely coincidence. There’s clichés within design, it’s like, ”Oh, my job is to balance form and aesthetic, and to be a minimalist and do this.” But I think the real tension that isn’t spoken about is commerci…
Mystery Ranch x Carryology | Exclusive Release
…en to implement a good portion of them into the new pack with their expert design team. A design team as talented as we’ve ever worked with. Our goals were to: Maintain the Unicorn DNA, but make it more agile, more versatile, more special. Create a pack perfect for every day. Create a pack that would be more than a sequel. Together, we created a final direction, leading to 2D concepts to review. Then their sample team created prototype subasse…
Best Insulated Water Bottles to EDC in 2021
…p is also compatible with other bottles in their lineup. CamelBak MultiBev™ 22/16 Price: $50 Capacity: 22oz Bottle/16oz Cup Empty Weight: 545g Full Weight: 1258g Carryology Credential: Multi Cup design, intelligent storage. If the magnet on the Chute is useful, the MultiBev™ is just ingenious. This bottle was designed for your whole day, to keep you watered and caffeinated from when you wake up to when you go to sleep. The MultiBev™ features both…
All-Black ‘Blackout’ Gift Guide
…offers a precision blend of clean style, premium materials, and functional design. It offers a tip-up carry design with a titanium pocket clip, a Crucible S35VN stainless steel blade, a button-lock mechanism, 6AL4V titanium scales, and ceramic ball bearings. It’s handmade in Idaho, USA, and comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by the builder. Luminox Sea Navy Seal Colormark 3182.BO Chronograph Watch (US$690) If your budget can stretch t…
Designing the Ultimate Winter Expedition Pack
…ons. So a couple of years ago Eric got in touch with Michael Meyer and the design team at Granite Gear to see if they’d be up for designing the ultimate winter expedition pack. The ‘Rolwaling,’ named after a remote Nepalese valley, had a demanding spec sheet. It needed to be durable, easy to use in extreme temperatures, hold a pile of gear, shed snow, accommodate climbing gear, haul a sled, and work as a mountaineering and summit pack. And Eric wa…
Explorers Club Packing List
…the next few days we explored the area and tested the MS1 suit. The suit’s designer, Rhode Island School of Design’s (RISD) Michael Lye, a senior critic and NASA coordinator was on site with us, and I enjoyed long discussions with him about the future exploration of Mars and the moon. Testing the MS1 suit during the ISAGEVR1 Mission: Iceland Space Agency Glacial Expedition with Volcanic Research (Photo Daniel Leeb / Iceland Space Agency) I already…
Maker Series :: Rivendell Mountain Works
…s of “craft?” Above all else I hold the principles of simplicity and clean design as the cornerstones of my design ethos. Figuring out how to make the packs as functional as possible, within this context, has a lot to do with the craft. Functional items are unlike art objects in that the form and function need to be blended so that the whole design has synergy. Yvon Chouinard described this paradigm in the 1971 Chouinard catalog. He said “…there m…
The Mergence of Luxury and Performance: Troubadour
…onomics, clean aesthetics, and how well a bag works outside the boardroom. Design: influences, inspiration and style Drawing on the simplicity and purpose of design inspirations like Georg Jensen, Josef Albers, Apple’s Jonathan Ive, and architects like John Pawson, Troubadour’s consistent, clean and minimalist aesthetic extends throughout its entire line. Whether or not ‘refined performance’ was always the prime M.O for the Troubadour duo, commitm…
Top 5 | Best Travel Luggage
…ollection. Both of which are modern reimaginings of their classic aluminum designs. Much like “Second Album Syndrome”, redesigning an icon can be a nightmare. To help tackle the challenge Zero Halliburton brought in help from New York-based design firm Pensa and looking over the case you quickly get a feel for the degree of detail they’ve gone into. The level of precision with which the case and each of its components neatly fit together is at ano…
5 Minutes with Bless Handcrafted Goods (Giveaway)
…ls. These traits are all equally important and are the top priorities when designing Bless products. Using durable materials and functional designs my intention is to create quality products that will not only withstand the test of time, but look good doing it. 2) Who else is doing rad things in the world of carry and why do you think they’re important? I have the strongest respect for the products and company beliefs of Mission Workshop. With so…
What to Pack to Work from Anywhere
…transfer between bags so you don’t leave important essentials behind. Topo Designs Accessory Bags If you like to mix and match your organization options, look to Topo Designs’ Accessory Bags. These handy pouches come in a choice of three sizes to suit different loads, as well as a variety of colorways so you can color-coordinate your organization if desired. Add in their rugged 1000D Cordura construction and you’re set for years of hassle-free sto…
Holiday Gift Guide | The Outdoorsman
…and a removable shoulder strap for portability, along with a self-standing design for easy packing and access. The versatile design works equally well in urban and outdoor environments and the bag is also compatible with the RUX 70L gear hauler. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this is a solid pick for dependable waterproof carry in everyday, outdoor, and travel settings alike. Huckberry x Mystery Ranch Greenbelt Hybrid Backpack (US$161) Whether you…
Specialist Carry: Firefighter
…to for most Hotshot crews, and really commercialized the large lumbar pack design. This design has been the style in the Smokejumper world for a long time too. They build their gear themselves. Ergonomically the lumbar pack makes complete sense, keeping the bulk of the weight and center of gravity on the hips and low back. Fighting wildfire is a pretty active profession, and a lot of time is spent bent at the waist, for hours at a time. Swinging a…
Designing the Incase x Bionic Collection: with Kenji Okada
…areer. I worked at a golf shop for like ten years before I really got into design. And did a little furniture design for a while. That was kind of my first taste of it. And then started working at Incipio Group, which owns Incase now. I did cellphone cases and worked on some of their other brands for a few years. And then a little while after the acquisition, Incase was like a dream job for me. That was the pinnacle – always collected bags. I’ve b…
Design Heads :: Kika Vliegenthart
…detail. Kika kindly agreed to share her insights on working with leather, design inspirations and what’s on the horizon for Kika NY… Are there any key insights that guide your stuff? We design and make our samples with the two of us, meaning Sabine Spanjer (co-founder) and I. All our production is handmade in our studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Inspired by the bridle industry we work with thicker, denser leather than most people in our field wh…
9 Great Crossbody and Sling Bags for Men to Buy in 2022
…’s crossbody bag for those who love the hiking / outdoorsy style. The Topo Designs Block Bag – like most Topo Designs gear – has a fun, happy vibe. The shiny fabric, block shape, oversized zippers, and giant color pop zipper pulls scream, “Yeah! Life is awesome!” The front outside features two mesh slip pockets for quick access to items that you don’t mind the world seeing. There’s also a full-width zipper pocket big enough to hold a full-size tab…
15 Essential Everyday Carry Gifts
…ary 3-ZIP opening providing ready access to gear throughout the pack. Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L – Exclusive (US$ 259.95) Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack combines great top and side access, expandability and flexible organization into a sleek pack that looks good in the office but is durable enough to embrace outdoor photography trips or travel use. And this exclusive Huckberry colorway looks darn fine wherever the day may take you. Black E…
Crafted Goods: Behind the Brand
…h, the brand’s business mind and operational glue; Thanh, a one-man, self-taught design master, with expertise stemming from photography and motion design, to movie-making and industrial design. All this, of course, with the support of a crack team of eight factory hands, sewers and auxiliary office crew. Additionally, having their own in-house, fully equipped atelier and work lab gives the brand further creative license and freedom to develop new…
Awesome Gifts from Artisan and Maker Brands
…lim profile that fits underneath a jacket if desired. The bag incorporates design and construction influences from around the world. It’s designed in Portland, Oregon and crafted in Leon, Mexico. It uses durable yet lightweight Konbu® fabric featuring military-grade Cordura® fibers with a rich and natural finish obtained through a proprietary technique in an Osaka-based mill. Trakke Arkaig Backpack (US$132) A re-release of an original Trakke desig…
Best Accessory For Travel EDC 2019
…d we’re sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Peak Design Tech Pouch Peak Design always make the effort to bring considered design to the table, always solving a problem, and the Tech Pouch is no different. The pouch puts organization and access front and center, doing away with the jumbled mess that often accompanies sack-like pouches. Instead, it takes inspiration from origami and offers a host of pockets carefully laid o…
Carry Evolution :: YNOT Cycle Pan-Yay
…’t compatible with all racks, and it wasn’t well suited to some of our new design ideas. Once we settled on new hardware, our design options expanded considerably. “Not only does the new hardware work with virtually all racks, but it can be mounted in such a way that it can be tucked away for off-bike use.” This allowed us to expand our pannier line, adding two new models: the Kassi and the Portage. Both can be worn comfortably on the body, and at…
Week In Review ~ 4 September
…o’Instant Camera Bag. A collaboration between Lomography and Bangkok-based design outfit Above the Fray, the bag will have onlookers snapping to attention with its smart looks and minimalist design. Handcrafted with vegetable-tanned leather that will develop a distinct patina over time, the bag features a seamless folded design for protection against rips. An internal leather divider helps organize the contents, while the exterior strap is adjusta…
5 Minutes with Bagagiste
…ssential on the outside – we developed a new form, defined by minimalistic design. Our design mantra: improve the detail, but keep it simple. How could we ensure the functionality of a carabiner to attach the shoulder strap, yet improve its design? Most of the shoulder straps and the carabiner 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…
Cult Bags :: The Revival of the Jensen
…n was able to put it in production, which was no small task, but he didn’t design it. He did design the barbell leathers and I’ve always thought that was the most significant contribution he made. It’s really cool to see that now copied a little bit. People are mostly just looking at the superficial work and borrowing ideas. What’s your personal contribution to the Rivendell brand? I would say putting a high priority on keeping the US-made aspect,…
Best New Gear: March 2020
…y and city-ready functionality are the focus of Chrome Industries’ BLCKCHRM 22X Collection. Crafted from their new 22X Nylon, the collection takes inspiration from technical sailcloth and its 22-degree bias for strength and tear resistance. The fabric is backed by Cordura TPX Durable Laminate Technology for trusty weatherproof protection. The material is Chrome’s most durable and lightweight fabric to date, and put to good use across a variety of…
The Best Travel Shoes for Every Type of Traveler Right Now
…urable TPU sole. This barefoot shoe packs easily in a foldable form and is designed to allow toes to spread for comfort and freedom of movement. Vivobarefoot Primus Lite (US$130) The Primus Lite comes in men’s and women’s sizes and is made with recycled PET mesh for light weight, breathability and comfort. The shoe also features a thin yet tough TPU outsole and a stitchless, durable design that complements the natural shape of the foot for maximiz…
The Best All Titanium EDC
…Learn more about the Redux & Co. COURG Zero-Hour 39mm here. Pen: Big Idea Design Ti Arto Pen I only recently considered carrying a pen for EDC somewhat recently. Then, I saw the light…err, ink on the paper. Now, in my back pocket I always have a pen stored inside my Bellroy Notebook Cover with Field Notes notebook. In the past, I actually reviewed one of Big Idea Design’s smaller products, the XTS Titanium Pen + Stylus. But that was 3 years ago a…
Best New Gear | October 2021
…ptable EDC piece for daily, travel, and even outdoor carry too. Prometheus Design Werx R.A.P. Need to organize a random assortment of EDC items? The Prometheus Design Werx R.A.P. (R.andom A.ccessory P.od) is a compact and flexible storage solution that can house everything from charging cables to earphones and more. The silicone pod comes in a pack of three, with each pack featuring Universal Field Gray, Glow-in-the-Dark, and Flame Orange. To open…