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Osprey Aoede Briefpack and Aoede Crossbody Bag Review
…arry options and well-considered organization make this a great option for commuting, travel, and EDC use alike. The Aoede Crossbody Bag will appeal to those who want a small, lightweight bag for EDC or travel essentials, with practical organization and urban-friendly aesthetics. If you want a versatile option for storing essentials during a night out on the town, walking the dog, sightseeing on your travels, or commuting with minimalist loads, th…
Week In Review ~ 16 March
…gardless of the weather. Working the versatile office style Navigating the world of work carry can be a tricky task when it comes to pieces that are functional and stylish enough to be carried around the office but also versatile enough to be slung on your back for easy carrying or bike commuting. ACME’s new PEAK messenger bag-backpack aims to cater to all these needs and is exactly what it sounds like – a bag that can be carried as a messenger or…
Week In Review ~ 7 May
…mads and EDC. Find out more in our Week In Review… – Cooling commuter chic Commuting by bike often means having to choose between the urban style of a work backpack or the technical performance and comfort of a cycling pack. But with the Alite x Boreas Collab Pack you get both. The pack merges Alite’s Pine to the Pacific Rucksack with the adjustable Boreas Super-Tramp suspension that delivers increased ventilation for a cooler ride or load stabili…
The Best ‘Back to School’ Backpacks for Everyday Carry 2017
…so offers expandable storage for additional loads or bulky items such as a bike helmet. All wrapped up with a lifetime warranty. Mission Workshop Sanction Backpack (US$ 205) The 20L Sanction Backpack is an accomplished combination of slick urban styling and tough functionality. Made in the USA, the weatherproof pack comes with a lifetime warranty so you can ride hard secure in the knowledge that this bag will keep up. Complementing its durable bui…
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Waterproof Backpacks of 2019
…rating, the Ortlieb Velocity keeps you streamlined and comfortable on the bike. The padded, ventilated back panel, waist strap and sternum strap enhance carry comfort and load stability while you’re tearing up the miles. And there’s also an attachment point to secure a bike light or helmet. Inside the main compartment are a choice of slip and zippered pockets to store valuables and smaller items within easy reach. Best Waterproof Backpack for Col…
Ortlieb Handlebar-Pack Review
Hitting the bikepacking trail with the Ortlieb Handlebar-Pack… The bikepacking world has been rising in popularity in recent years. Along with it, the modular and customizable world of bike bags and accessories. Ortlieb is one of the pioneers when it comes to such accessories. Founded in 1982, the company started as a solo operation with a sewn rear pannier design. Soon after, family and friends joined to keep up with the demand. Built in Germany…
5 Minutes with Winter Session
…foot bag a.k.a. hacky sack, for when I need some post-lunch downtime Seiko Chronograph watch with military band (ten years and still ticking!) Extra bandana Bike lock Bike lights Multi-tool, tire irons and patch kit Banana (my snack of choice) …
The 25 Best Messenger Bags for Modern Professionals
…ditionally, a stabilizing cross strap helps keep the Cité secure if you’re commuting by bike. HEAD PORTER Black Beauty Business Document Shoulder Bag (US$ 236.50) Slim, stylish and functional, this attractive piece from HEAD PORTER is a fine choice for business, travel and day-to-day needs when you just need to carry the essentials. The expertly crafted messenger offers a choice of interior and exterior pockets for easy access to items throughout…
Carry Hack Photo Contest: Results & Winner!
…about 93/94 (that time period is fuzzy). I had the good luck to work in a bike shop, and was able to bring my bike inside, but I wanted a better way to carry my Kryptonite lock. I hated the idea of carrying the lock inside the bag because it would limit space in the bag, probably be uncomfortable, pull stuff out when trying to fish the lock out of the bag. Given this, I opted for the following criteria when carrying, : 1. The lock must be secure…
Drive By :: Arc’teryx Cordova
…eering over their shoulder. A clever solution. I pull into campus, park my bike, and sprint to class. A quick zip of the front pouch and I’ve got everything I need: calculator and pencil in hand. Just in time. Who it suits: Commuters, techies, and students alike. Whether you commute by car, train, plane, boat, bike, or any other invention of man, this bag will serve you well for many years…but with one hitch: it’s a minimalist pack. It will likely…
Packing List :: Bike Touring
…For Tim Wiggins, cycling is a way of life. From mountain biking to road cycling and bike touring, he has embraced them all with equal relish. September 2016 marked his hardest multi-day ride to date, an epic bikepacking adventure through France and Spain….
Drive By :: Chrome Saddle Bag Rolltop Pannier 20
…r size, I had issues with striking the bag on my pedal stroke. A change of bikes however rectified the situation. I tried it with a few friends on their bikes and wasn’t able to replicate the issue so I suspect it comes down to geometry on the bike. My only other disappointment was the shoulder strap. I get that it’s designed primarily for use on the bike or to be carried with the 5-bar handles but if you are going to include a strap that’s clearl…
Carryology Interbike Show Report
…th. I really appreciate a good philanthropic project. My favourite at Interbike was Zambikes, an organisation helping get rural Africans to medical treatment facilities. They have built a two-wheeled ambulance trailer that attaches easily to a bicycle or motorcycle – certainly one of the most interesting carry solutions I saw at the show. Want to support something cool? Head to www.zambikes.org Finally, if you need a carbon-neutral carbonator and…
SEIL Bag :: Interview with Lee Myung Su
…usion of tech and carry… You’ve designed a product that basically protects bike riders at night, do you ride yourself? Yes, I often use my bike but I prefer the bicycle lane rather than the general road. And what was your bike carry of choice before the SEIL came along? I used to carry a generic backpack or hip sack. As far as other cary, I carry a wallet and a smartphone when I ride a bike. Why is the SEIL bag important? Who needs this product? T…
Week In Review ~ 18 May
…oak or black colorways. A bag made for bike share baskets Regular users of bikes from bike share systems may dig the system but not the front bike baskets so much for holding their carry gear. Po Campo has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the Bike Share Bag which is suitable for use with a range of bike share systems thanks to adjustable bungee cords for attaching the bag to the basket. The bag accommodates up to a 15-inch laptop and is constru…
Week In Review ~ 30 November
…chnology has risen to the challenge with their Impossible folding electric bike. The bike can carry a maximum recommended weight of 85 kilograms, with an estimated charging time of around 1.5 hours. The Impossible Kickstarter campaign has already surpassed its funding goal but there’s time left to put your name down for an Impossible bike in the carbon fiber colorway if you’ve taken a fancy to its flexibility. Trip-ready tipple carry Need some hol…
Timbuk2 Bruce Pack Review: Drive By
…pocket fodder. Below that is an expandable flap pocket great for cords and bike lights. Moving down the bag there’s another zippered pocket behind a sheet of reflective material. This pocket has become a bike toolshed of sorts, holding tie levers, multitools, a road pump and spare tubes. Finally at the bottom of the bag is a pocket holding a dedicated rainfly. It’s removable but I personally like the protection it provides, additional space be dam…
Drive By :: CamelBak KUDU 12
…eat some food. To try and sum it up, enduro racing is much like a mountain bike ride with your pals. Here in Washington State, we lackadaisically ride bikes up logging or fire roads to the top of our trail, then rally down a descending ribbon of dirt as fast as we can. Enduro racing can have some interesting requirements and I was keen to see if the KUDU lived up to its task. Specifications Name: KUDU 12 Brand: CamelBak Format: Backpack Measuremen…
Bag Collectors :: JP Guilbert
…stant is always to organize my gear, whether I am skateboarding, riding my bike, out for a night out on the town with my friends, or to hold my camera equipment. The question is what do I want/need to have with me. I will always have my keys, phone, portable phone charger, wall phone charger, phone charging cable, Ollo Clip iPhone lens, wallet, camera and small pouch with necessities with me. So the bag must-haves are compartments and storage. …
Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L Backpack Review
…nd I quickly found it necessary to upgrade my everyday carry system into a bike backpack. That was the start of my search for robust, waterproof, handmade bike messenger packs from the likes of Chome Industries, Mission Workshop, PAC design, and of course, Inside Line Equipment. Specifically, the first contact I had with this last brand was with their beautiful camera pack, the MKII. This photographer backpack was a sturdy 35-40L made out of milit…
Hinterher Shop Visit
…ther you’re in Berlin, greater Europe, or any place with cycles and sun, a bike trailer is no longer a carry luxury. It’s a life necessity. A big problem here is that very few bike trailers meet the brief, i.e. something that functions well, packs down neatly and looks good too. Most trailers we’ve seen in Berlin are cumbersome, bulky units with limited versatility and aesthetic zeal. Which made seeing that lady riding free and easy with her spruc…
The 8 Best Small Japanese Brands You Should Know
…with three store locations in Tokyo. And while they know their way around bikes, they’re no slouch on the bike carry side either. Peruse their bag offerings and in amongst other brands you’ll find a variety of Blue Lug totes, backpacks and pouches. You can also get a great range of Fairweather bike bags through Blue Lug including handlebar bags, stem bags, seat bags, frame bags, and panniers. These dialed-in offerings feature quality materials su…
Carrying on a motorcycle
…hat’s what folded-up clothes are for. Then there’s all the bits to fix the bike in breakdown mode: tools, spares and maybe extra fuel and oil. Plus, of course, comfortable clothes for when you’re off the bike (you do get some strange looks inside a restaurant when you’re wearing a greasy riding jacket with a coating of bugs). For an extended journey you need to be carrying clothes for all weathers and, if it’s International, all of your and the bi…
Road Tests :: Mission Workshop VX Sanction Rucksack
…nkly, I don’t understand the purpose of the zippered pouch. Best suited to Commuting Professionals While a bag of the MW Rucksack’s pedigree will never pass as a “professional” bag (e.g. Filson), it is muted enough in its design that it won’t draw too many heads. I actually think that this would be a perfect commuting bag for a professional in an office environment. Also, given that most professionals carry flat items (i.e. papers, documents, pens…
Drive By :: Ignoble Lenore
…paration in the main section is good and the pack has very comfortable padded shoulder straps. The rapid convertability from backpack to duffle should make for an easy transition from bike to boardroom. This is a very versatile and stylish pack. I’m looking forward to using it for daily commuting and longer overnight travel….
QWSTION Roll Pack Review: Road Test
…bric. Since that article was written the pack has survived a few months of bike commuting, often in rain, and it’s still looking great. The Roll Pack also features a merino wool felt liner which acts as both structural support and padding for your back and laptop. The felt wraps around the base to protect the bottom edge of the lappy, and whilst at first I was a little nervous packing my 15” macbook pro I’ve not had any worries since. The handles…
Staff Picks: Work from Home Essentials
…ween regular (phone) earbuds and Bose QC35 II’s. The good thing is that my commuting time has been dramatically reduced, I get to have breakfast, lunch and dinner with my family every day and it has been an adventure so far to try out all sorts of virtual collaboration and figure out what works best. Taylor Welden I’ve been working from home on and off now for nearly 15 years. While my home and my office have changed quite a bit, most of my key it…
Bag Collectors :: Regan Chernish
…ight for overhead bins and reducing travel stress. My running and mountain bike list is a little long but there are some real stand outs. The aforementioned Gregory Stimulus and larger Iso are the packs of choice for any long run or race. The Stimulus holds a 2l bladder and the running essentials for most distances. This pack has done all of the ultra marathons except for the Yukon Arctic Ultra and the now defunct Rock and Ice Ultra, both winter u…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best Work Messengers (Part 2)
…on Workshop makes some of the best carry out there, particularly if you’re commuting to work by bike. The Rummy gives you rolltop and flap-down access for carry flexibility, a 27-liter volume, a mix of quick-access and interior pockets and solid weatherproof construction. If you’re on the go a lot and want a bag that can keep up and glide between work, play and travel, the Rummy is well worth considering. Mission Workshop The Shed Got a shed load…
Building Elite Camera Bags: An Interview with Ian Millar
…e magazine as a way to share them but also express my design style. Modest Bike magazine ended up being a crash course in media and would lay down the foundation for many relationships I have made over the years, but also was the roots to many of my skills and eventual career path. What ultimately brought you out to Japan? I am half Japanese and was raised entirely by the Japanese side of my family (in Toronto, Canada). I came to Japan on a snowb…