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A New Initiative :: Send us Your Carry ID!!
…and a friend!! Topo are nailing it with heritage carry that packs a ton of modern features – just like the Klettersack. A burly 1000D Cordura exterior takes scuffs and scrapes in its stride, while leather lash tabs and dedicated space for your laptop, a water bottle, small valuables and quick-access items keep you organized. Whether you’re hitting the city streets or embracing the peaceful wildnerness, this versatile pack will win you over with it…
Week In Review ~ 12 October
…Kincaid Pack, the Willow Pack, and the Hatcher Pack are designed to put a modern spin on classic designs and are set for getting out and about in a variety of situations. The Kincaid Pack is a daypack that can hold your gear for a day’s worth of exploring, while the Willow Pack is suitable for more intensive day-long outings and the external frame Hatcher Pack is ready to roll with extended trips over multiple days. Pocket sleekness for your EDC…
Drive By :: ETWAS Standard #2
…h nothing but his portable workbox and time. ETWAS applies what they call “modern reductionist functionality” to their bags, and the Standard #2 reflects that. It has no internal organization of any sort, and I adapted the bag to a variety of different uses. I immediately found situations where the bag’s individuality shone through – from showing some personality in professional settings to relaxed city cycling to working in airport coffee shops….
5 Minutes with Bleu de Chauffe
…Beautiful vegetable-tanned leather, careful craftsmanship and a balance of modern yet timeless aesthetics make this French brand’s carry suitable for a diverse range of environments, from the office to the airport. To learn more about Bleu de Chauffe we shared 5 minutes with them to talk design inspirations, new developments and daily carry… What key insights drive your stuff? We love genuine products and fashion in general; finding new trends, im…
Carry Ageing :: with Kletterwerks
…nd they age well. Technical products that compete for market share in this modern world of lightweight fabrics and super alpinism, unfortunately have not had enough time in the field to really give the user (or manufacturer for that matter) significant long term trust. Now that’s OK for some people, and the businesses making those products know their market. Our solution? Combine the two. Fabric is out there, and only getting better. Foams, buckle…
Berlin Muse carries the Crumpler Vis-à-Vis to Prague
…stone rivets, no match for it. Our apartment upstairs is cute and elegant, modern with chaise longe simplicity and lace curtains masking windows that open out to a cobblestone alley that, after midnight, will turn into a hidden passage for boozy revellers and lost night owls. The apartment is a minute’s walk from the Charles Bridge, one of the major sights in Prague, where hoary statues like that of John of Nepomuk lord high over the glistening Vl…
Berlin Muse :: the ARCHIVAL Ranger Tan Waxed Twill Rucksack
…rced materials, free of complications, built for life. The Ranger Tan is a modern interpretation of the traditional canoe pack, rugged and American, a bag rich with heritage. It is in many ways the perfect backpack, one that says and does everything without needing to say much at all. I peer out the window to the street below. The sun is misleading, clear sky a dead giveaway that it’s much crisper and colder out than it seems. I put on my blue lea…
KILLSPENCER Pop-Up Visit
…t above the bar. The interior had been renovated and resembled a beautiful modern art gallery, which is to be expected from the Art Center College of Design graduate. Guests were able to touch and feel the supple materials of the leather collections in person, throw a few punches at the boxing kit, and try their best Kobe imitation while attempting shots at the KILLSPENCER hoop. The problem with holiday shopping is that finding the perfect present…
Week In Review ~ 11 January
…is designed to stay close to the body for a sleek silhouette. A splash of modern practicality from Côte&Ciel Côte&Ciel’s mix of fresh styling and functionality has been dished up in travel-friendly form courtesy of their new Lagoon Spa Pouch. This neoprene wash bag is available in four colorways and sports a waterproof zipper, interior zipped pocket, as well as a pop-out transparent pouch for easily showing liquids at airport security checkpoints…
Best Work Backpack Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…ckpacks for them. Essentially, it takes a 100 year old design (the No. 6), modernises the silhouette (think a bit of Chrome Ivan to its shape), mixes in some heritage mood, and then totally reinvents it all in a modern package sourced from all local ingredients. This is a huge achievement that results in a unique and very expressive pack, which can turn heads and stoke owners. – CO.ALITION Colfax PHD The problem with most tech integration in backp…
Best Active Messenger Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…traditions of old. Mercy Supply do just this, mixing heirloom fabrics with modern conveniences for a rather distinct look. This is tough, US made carry – diggin’ what these guys are doing. – Defy Vicious Cobra Buckles Series Take a great pattern. Make it in bomber fabric, and then spec excellent hardware. Sounds like formula we at Carryology love…as does Defy – a carry brand who’s been nailing this type of thing for yonkers. – Arc’teryx Lunara…
Best Work Messenger Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…We think the Writer’s Bag achieves this, with a classic vibe aligned with modern conveniences. – Ideal and Co. Aire Messenger It’s leather. It expands well. It looks like your father may have passed it down, and you’re likely to pass it on to your own child. It’s the Aire Messenger. Made in Portugal. Crafted by a long line of leather craftsman, and it shows. – Côte&Ciel Moselle The Moselle should probably have sat amongst our Work Backpack nomina…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Active Messenger Results
…minated by bike messenger bags. Not only did the two wheelers reinvent the modern format, but the layout’s improved access on the go just makes great sense in an urban setting. In the last few years, outdoor brands have started to play in the messenger space, but often with incongruous results. If you take backpack details straight over to the single strap format, it often looks lost in limbo, with carry comfort compromised, and the fast access le…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Work Backpack Results
…6 backpack, but refined through the 100 years of Haglöfs experience since. Modern and classic materials and hardware sit side by side, all sourced from domestic Swedish makers whose place of manufacture is mapped inside the lid. All of the interaction points have an unexpected approach; whether it’s the closures, buckles or straps, each feels considered and filled with personality. And despite the enormity of trying to fit a century of history int…
Carry Giveaway :: Madden Equipment Original Rucksak
…he pack was designed over four decades ago but is ready to roll in today’s modern outdoor adventures. Constructed with tough but lightweight nylon and beautifully rugged Colorado bison leather, the bag packs a number of handy features. The tear-drop shape and canted bottom panel help with load distribution. The side pockets accept most 0.75-liter water bottles, while quick-access items such as food or a first aid kit can be stored in the pocket un…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best Heritage Backpacks
…an alpine climbing pack. However, it’s more than ready to take on today’s modern carry challenges, featuring a rugged 1000D Cordura construction, a padded laptop section suitable for up to 17-inch tech, along with 22 liters of space for your urban and outdoor adventures. Teranishi Venture Fusing heritage vibes with a generous dose of freshness, the Venture backpack looks damn fine without forgetting the importance of a functional design. The waxe…
Drive By :: Amōs Oscar Travel Bag
…el game. Who it Doesn’t Although Amōs positions itself as a brand nomad or modern adventurer, this isn’t really an adventurer’s bag. Not because it isn’t rugged enough (surely it is), but the aesthetic and style is for the jetsetter more than someone who embodies #vanlife. The Good It’s hard to not dote on this bag. Its design is simple and the details are ingenious. Part of what I love is the “what you see is what you get” approach Amōs took. Let…
Drive By :: BO Gear Spare Camel
…ions of the pack add up to 21.5 litres). Or for a similar size, but a more modern look and lighter fabrics, consider the Crumpler Low Level Aviator 3 Day Pack. Verdict I got to say I’ve grown to really love this backpack. It’s tough, it’s versatile and it’s got great functionality. I need to use a backpack every day, and I know I’ll be doing so for quite some time – and so I searched high and low for a backpack I wouldn’t just like, but love. And…
Drive By :: Samsonite Lite-Locked 68L Spinner
…dget, this isn’t the best option. The aesthetics are also eye-catching and modern, which will appeal to some but not to others. . . The Good The size of the spinner is excellent – you can fill it and easily stay under 20kg (the case itself is 3.3kg). The case fit so much more than I was expecting. As I was packing I was worried all the things I needed to get in would not fit, but nope, it’s bigger than it looks. . . The case is a classic Samsonite…
Week In Review ~ 24 May
…d by Scandinavian design, the collection celebrates simple, functional and modern design with a nod to technology. Each bag incorporates a Bluetooth beacon which works in combination with an app to send out certain useful signals, such as an alarm if you accidentally leave your bag behind. DSPTCH drops daily carry solutions Love urban-friendly bags with a touch of tactical style and easy access? Welcome to DSPTCH’s new collection of bags. Featurin…
The Hunt Continues :: Brooks Islington Rucksack
…k, nailed heritage minus the cumbersome straps. Or something a little more modern and user-friendly: the Mission Workshop Sanction. Conclusion Overall I greatly enjoy how Brooks was able to put some fresh material spins on a simple bag and still maintain the classic feel Brooks is known for. It’s no surprise that both my friend and I received many compliments on the pack…like…an annoyingly overwhelming amount of compliments… But with a 330 Euro pr…
Indonesian Craft :: Riding with Rafheoo Part 2
…ewell to the master, a man resolute on forging his antique method into the modern Indonesia landscape. Weaving through the vibrant streets of Yogyakarta we reach a small cluster of houses framed by the looming Mount Merapi on the horizon. The final workshop on our itinerary belongs to Cetul. A renowned rock climber in earlier days with intensely tattooed arms, his delicately framed glasses now present him in a more contemplative air. Living and wo…
Road Tests :: Alchemy Equipment AEL002 30L Daypack
…of creating a performance-driven apparel and luggage brand that nailed the modern aesthetic – and they’re doing just that. An email or two was sent, and a sample was briskly delivered to the foot of my desk. Flash forward two weeks and there I was in Tokyo, complete with hangover and karaoke regrets (thanks to an awful rendition of Under The Bridge I’d chosen to mangle the night before). I transited to Narita Airport ready for the flight to Hokkai…
Week In Review ~ 5 July
…m the aircraft design. Featuring two new limited edition backpacks for the modern globetrotter, the collection includes the Aviator PH-1 which was created for men, while the dimensions and weight of the Aviatrix PH-2 backpack were designed with women in mind. The construction of the backpacks is based off steamer bags, with a vegetable-tanned leather featuring an aged aesthetic that conjures images of adventure and old-world charm. Sling one of th…
Week In Review ~ 12 July
…urban and outdoor environments? Ogden Made dishes up a heritage vibe with modern functionality in their Two Bit Klettersack. Featuring a tough 1000D Cordura construction, the pack includes a padded section for a 15-inch laptop and can be paired with the Ogden Made Monte Camera Module to safely carry a mirrorless camera system or GoPro kit. A drawstring opening provides access to the main compartment, while a front zipped opening provides addition…
External Frame Backpacks – Applying the Old Ways to the New Journeys (Part 2)
…Ed Segen stayed true to the use of classic natural materials of wood, canvas, leather and wool felt. But also adding some technical improvements like the modern designed hip belt. Via www.anarchomountaineers.org – Stay tuned for Part 3……
External Frame Backpacks – Applying the Old Ways to the New Journeys (Part 3)
…acks – Applying the Old Ways to the New Journeys”, Markus Kittner looks at modern developments within the world of external frame backpacks… – The biggest leap in backpack development probably began in 1952 when Asher “Dick” Kelty and his wife Nena started the Kelty brand from their garage in Glendale, California. One of the biggest innovators in backpack design, Dick was not only one of the first to produce and market external frame backpacks spe…
Best New Gear | August 2021
…“Urban Grid” series from the folks at Mystery Ranch. Designed to combine a modern, urban feel with top-notch quality and everyday practicality, the collection uses a water-resistant, abrasion-resistant 210D Nylon x 200D UHMWPE fabric. The series includes the Urban Grid 2 Day Assault, Urban Grid Gallagator, the Urban Grid BOP shoulder bag that can also secure to other bags, and the Urban Grid Tech Holster. Created with modular adaptability and urba…