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Exclusive Release: Trakke X Carryology Storr SP
…proud to unveil the Trakke x Carryology Storr SP (Special Projects). A 35L carry-on backpack, developed with one goal in mind: to create a truly outstanding and unique travel backpack, that unites the beauty of traditional craft with the smarts of modern technology. Right now, it’s available exclusively to our readers, 72 hours before Trakke and the global media go public. And please note, this is ultra-limited. Only 100 units have been handcr…
Best Sling Bag – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…Crossbody Bag The updated Banana Crossbody Bag serves up Trakke’s distinct modern-heritage styling in an ergonomic, practical bag for carrying essentials around town or on your travels. Handmade with dry-finish waxed canvas and weatherproof zips, it’s built to last through years of adventures while keeping gear safe and sound from the elements. The Banana Crossbody Bag features a wide opening for easy packing and access. Plus a back pocket provide…
Trakke Bannoch Backpack Review: Drive By
…in the Bannoch range. Taking inspiration from a WWII fabric but built for modern-day use, the Trakke Bannoch Backpack aims to embrace diverse carry needs through versatility, sustainability and durability. Suffice it to say, I was eager to put it to the test… Who It Suits The adventure lover who wants a grab-and-go carry option for day hikes, overnight trips or urban sightseeing. The commuter who wants work-friendly style and functional organizat…
Staff Picks: The Bags On Our Wish Lists
…which I was lusting after for more than a year. I’ve played with a lot of modern technical packs in the last couple of seasons but the concept of a classic ‘canvas and leather’ rucksack was always on my mind. And in my honest opinion Fjällräven simply nailed it with the No. 21 Large. The whole No. 21 series of packs is cool, but that full leather bottom of the Large variant is something special. There is no other pack like that! And surprisingly…
QWSTION Roll Pack Review: Road Test
…ounder. Good for daily commuting to the office, school or university. It’s modern vibe nails the problem zone of when you need a bag that’s both professional and casual. And it’s minimal and versatile enough to wear on the weekends without feeling like you’re at work. Who It Doesn’t With such a simple design I’m sure everybody would find this pack useful in some way, however it’s simplicity will be an issue if you’re looking for uber functionality…
5 Reasons Why BUILT TO SEND Should Be on Your Radar
…Woody; itinerant illustrator, minimalist, and long-time carry geek. Enjoyed this article? You might like these too: 10 UK Brands You Should Know The Little-known World of Modern Bespoke Trunks and Cases QWSTION: Is Bananatex the Next Miracle Backpack Fabric? 5 Minutes with Racing Atelier…
How & What to Put in your Minimalist Travel Capsule Wardrobe
…s beautifully within a travel capsule wardrobe. Well-made, functional, and modern in design, they work for any season and situation. Personally, I live in their Crop & Roll leggings, whose shiny fabric makes them look more fashion-forward than your standard leggings and comes with a generous-sized side pocket. Further, the fabric on all of their items is breathable, soft, and impossible to wrinkle. After many wears and washes over the past 6 month…
The 25 Best Briefcases for Men in 2019
…Liked this article? You might enjoy these too: The Best Laptop Backpacks for Professionals The 25 Best Messenger Bags for Modern Professionals…
Best Work Backpack Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…s its inspiration from vintage hiking backpacks but looks right at home in modern-day work environments. Expertly handcrafted in France, the bag features a durable and stylish combination of heavy canvas and full-grain vegetable-tanned leather. It offers a simple snap button closure and an interior zipped pocket, with a bright lining in the main compartment to easily discern individual items. The bag fits up to a 14″ laptop and adds undeniable Fre…
Best New Gear: May 2019
…, as well as YKK zips for quality and long-lasting travel-ready toughness. Modern Fuel Mechanical Pencil We covered them before during their Kickstarter but now they are in regular production. The production version comes in stainless steel, titanium and copper. It mimics disposable lead pencils we are all familiar with from school, except it challenges the notion of tossable commodities and changes it into an heirloom consideration. The presentat…
Carry Awards VII: Sportique Selects…
…rry. Their mission is simple yet groundbreaking: travel goods that balance modern fabrics with architectural shapes for a functional and fashionable carry. Inspired by tradition and technology, Côte&Ciel’s classic and advanced designs work in tandem with your body to make your daily commute comfortable yet unique. The Kensico is one of Côte&Ciel’s newest editions and pays homage to one of their iconic backpacks. Outfitted with a 13-inch laptop sle…
Best Active Backpack 2019
…VERGOODS Mountain Quick Draw is a superior blend of alpine inspiration and modern-day functionality. A pack all about quick, efficient access to your gear on the go. And it does so through a combination of side 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 hand…
How to Pack Light for a Week: Tips, Lists, and Bags
…days on the Kumano Kodo trail of Japan. Look and feel: I love the stylish, modern design and look of this bag. Unlike some other backpacks, which can feel bulky and dorky, this one is sleek and just plain cool. Durability: Constructed with Challenge Outdoor ECOPAK fabric, the backpack is environmentally friendly, waterproof, and abrasion-resistant. The materials used, including Spectra fiber and high-density polyethylene, contribute to the backpac…
Best Work Backpack 2019
…thetic that nods to an outdoor heritage of yesteryear, whilst weaving in a modern sleekness, smooth lines, and lovely handfeel. This is a pack that will draw acclaim and pair with most work attire, from semi-formal to smart casual, and then deliver on the weekends as well. There’s a minimalism here too. You’ll find few zippers. One, in fact. Inside and high above the crush zone for small valuables. And a structure that stays strong and rigid, so y…
Best Camera Bag – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…s those eye-catching aesthetics work in a highly functional form built for modern-day use. Left and right side access lets you quickly get to gear on the go, while a separate laptop compartment and a variety of pockets keep tech and accessories within easy reach too. But Wotancraft knows there’s always room for improvement, which is why they’ve incorporated a number of 2018 updates to the pack too. Adjusted dimensions to accommodate large full-fra…
The Carry Awards :: Huckberry Presents…
…padded laptop sleeve to make up for the fact that the 70’s weren’t exactly known as a great time for portable computing. Based on an archival Kletterwerks design, the Drei Zip combines their classic lines with their modern 3-zip design. The triple zippers give you easy access to gear stored anywhere in the bag, and a zippered lid compartment and accessory pocket consolidate and make accessible all of your small items….
The Mergence of Luxury and Performance: Troubadour
…the carry world. Its combination of highly functional performance design, modern aesthetics and an incredible level of craftsmanship continues to draw the applause of its core market and beyond. No one, it seemed, had seen anything so easy on the eye paired with such thoughtful functionality. Troubadour harnesses elements you’d ordinarily expect to find on outdoor bags: cutting-edge, lightweight, waterproof materials (they’re the first brand to d…
The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2022
…spiration from traditional Japanese breastplate armor but ready to conquer modern carry needs, the bag can be worn across the chest, back, or at the waist. It fits up to a 9.7″ tablet in the main compartment, with additional pockets to organize smaller items.. DSPTCH Slingpack (US$ 184) – Volume: 15L – Dimensions: 19″ x 12″ x 4″ Durable and adaptable, the DSPTCH Slingpack lends itself to work, EDC and travel needs. Made in the USA with Ballistic N…
Week In Review ~ 22 January
…rom the Limited Edition Heritage Collection include the Timbuk2 Ltd. Hyper Modern CMB with its waterproof exterior, interior laptop pocket, magnetic buckles, and ambidextrous strap. Also adding to the collection’s lineup is the Timbuk2 Ltd. Void Pack, a weatherproof rolltop with external compression straps, an internal laptop pocket and magnetic sternum strap. Finding value in the rough Sometimes you find a diamond in the rough. But at other times…
Best New Gear: July 2019
…y Tokyo Totepack Inspired by traditional helmet bags but ready for diverse modern-day carry needs, the Bellroy Tokyo Totepack delivers a nifty design that alternates between backpack and tote mode. The bag has stowable shoulder straps, allowing you to carry comfortably during the commute and then switch to tote carry for a more professional work aesthetic. You’ll find a handy mix of pockets located for easy access to items, along with a zipper gua…
Maker Series :: Tailfeather
…o the level that we envisioned. What lies ahead for the “maker movement?” Makers can only continue if people support the craft and appreciate the process required to create. Traditional handmade craft even with modern technology runs at a high raw materials cost to begin with. Add local labor to the mix and we can sometimes see very little return. We hope that the local maker movement continues to grow….
Best Work Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…________ Leon Flam 21-Hour Bag The 21-Hour Bag merges old-school charm and modern practicality for dapper sophistication across changing work carry needs. The bag takes inspiration from helmet bags used by pilots and is crafted with durable canvas and leather. There’s plenty of space for tech, documents and even a change of clothes for an overnight business trip. _________________________________________________________ Mismo M/S Briefcase The M/S…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…_______________________________________________________ Timbuk2 Ltd. Hyper Modern Classic Messenger Sometimes rain and snow just can’t be avoided. But at least your gear will stay dry in this messenger thanks to its welded construction and weatherproof materials. In addition to protection against the elements, the bag offers quick one-handed access with magnetic buckles and caters to left and right-handed users with its ambidextrous strap. _______…
The Best Backpacks for Everyday Carry
…on the go. Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus (US$179) Timeless aesthetics with modern functionality Bellroy’s Classic Backpack Plus delivers handsome, clean styling with a practical design to handle diverse everyday needs. The water-resistant Venture-weave exterior provides protection from the elements and looks good in the office. Considered organization including a dedicated laptop compartment with weatherproof zipper, quick-access pockets and furth…
Like a Custom Briefcase? Sartolane Drive By Review
…anship. Yet leatherwork is a profession that is slowly disappearing in the modern world. These days there are mediocre briefcases from mediocre leather with mediocre sewing, mediocre hardware and (thank heavens) limited markup. Then there are mediocre briefcases from mediocre leather with mediocre sewing, mediocre hardware and a big markup because of a brand name. And then there are great briefcases from great leather with great sewing, great deta…
Best Work Backpack Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…notch higher, next year. Trakke Assynt 17 Old-school mountaineering meets modern-day practicality in the handsome Assynt 17 backpack. Trakke takes inspiration from vintage mountaineering gear and gives it an urban twist, creating a stylish and compact pack that’s equally at home in work or play environments. The pared-back aesthetics won’t stick out in a work environment, while useful organization options including a laptop sleeve, interior valua…
The Best Laptop Backpacks for Professionals
…when on the commute, is more versatile, and holds more gear. And nowadays, modern work spaces are becoming a little more casual and understanding when it comes to work attire. Sorry briefcases! But still, in most cases, an office backpack needs a certain level of refinement. It’s important. It shows that you hold your company in high esteem. And that you understand the importance of looking good when clients might be lurking around the corner. Mor…
Carl Friedrik Vallance Slim Leather Briefcase :: Drive By
…eaper than any other bag of its caliber on the market. Someone who wants a modern briefcase that is going to stand out in a crowd. The bright orange lining of the Vallance attracts attention but I’ve never felt uncomfortable taking this bag into meetings or boardrooms. Who It Doesn’t Someone who wants to carry their entire desk to and from work. The Vallance is a minimalist’s bag, only large enough to carry some papers, a phone and small laptop. A…
5 Key Elements :: Designing EVERGOODS Crossover Equipment
…nd looks confident wherever you roam. We hope the result is functional and modern, with the potential to become timeless. Thanks for your interest. “Staying true to our vision of crossover utility meant being honest about what these bags do, and what they don’t do.” Kickstarter Giveaway Brace yourselves pack fiends, there’s an EVERGOODS Kickstarter on the horizon (July 11th!) and Jack and Kevin have been super generous and offered – if the KS camp…
ONA Hamilton Rolling Camera Bag and Duffle :: Review
…‘black collection’ ONA has created a premium series of camera bags for the modern, trend-driven photographer. Who It Suits – This is a perfect bag for the style-conscious photographer who is looking for a premium bag built with premium materials that can fit a change of clothes. – The photographer who doesn’t need to fly with a large kit or worry about a carry-on weight limit. – Fashion photographers: Studio / Location shoots – Anyone who shoots w…