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Interview with Tae Kim :: Part 2
…ctually introducing a sort of a medium element. Tae: It’s almost like sail design. So we’ve designed everything to be the lightest material possible without it being too disposable. So, and then there’s some technology and stuff that we can’t tell you just yet. That will change kind of how people think about tents. Ando: Yeah, right. That’s exciting. Tae: Yeah, it’s the philosophy. By using really common materials and designing it in an interestin…
Best Accessory Champion 2020
…iences through organization, reduced bulk, convenience and more… 1st Place Peak Design Travel Tripod Peak Design have firmly established themselves as innovators who aren’t afraid to rethink carry categories. So when they turned their attention to tripods, traditionally awkward and bulky items to carry, things were going to get interesting. And they didn’t disappoint with the Peak Design Travel Tripod. Their tripod totally re-imagines tripod desig…
Best Insulated Water Bottles to EDC in 2021
…aw head that pops up out the lid with a twist of the cap is both excellent design and easy to use. It maintains the leakproof design of the bottle, not what you would usually associate with a straw bottle. A steel straw plummets down into your beverage without having to search for the corners or being too short. Thoughtfully, the whole straw mechanism is easily taken apart for cleaning, no sliminess here. This bottle is a pleasure to use and has a…
Carry Awards VII: Giveaway of Champions!
…front, back and waist carry options further enhance its functional design. Peak Design Travel Duffelpack 65L Peak Design’s Travel Duffelpack 65L delivers a fresh feel on the duffel category, combining the gear-hauling capabilities of a duffel with the carry comfort of a backpack. The bag’s shoulder straps, waist belt and sternum strap provide welcome relief when carrying heavy loads. And the harness stores neatly away behind magnetic flaps for sna…
Best Everyday Accessory Champion | Carry Awards IX
…here are only a few pieces just like this in the world. Awesome work, Dan! Peak Design Mobile When Peak Design decide to design something, they go all in, dreaming up innovative solutions that rethink whole categories. So when they turned their attention to mobile phone cases and mounts, we knew things were going to get interesting. And they’ve lived up to their reputation, releasing a line of mobile accessories that not only protect your tech but…
Dan Matsuda: a New World of EDC
…In either case we got along and I eventually started doing some freelance design work for print design and technical sketches. It was an exciting time for me as a Jr designer to flirt with a fantasy job while grinding through a 9-5. Eventually there was an offer to go full-time with the exception that I’d move to SF, which I accepted immediately. You have a series of embroidered patches reflecting your personal creative influences. Could you tell…
The Most Popular Gear of 2020
…out organization, and multiple carry options to keep you roaming smoothly. Peak Design Travel Tripod In true Peak Design style, the brand approached an existing product, the humble tripod, and asked how they could make it better for travel use. Then they went ahead and designed from the ground up, shaking up the tripod industry with an innovative space-saving design that’s small enough for travel carry but sets up into a full-size tripod, packed w…
Triple Aught Design’s Destination : Dune (Part 1)
…d snapped photos of the bold team that didn’t stop until they summited the peak. From our perspective, it appeared as if they were getting absolutely ripped apart by the sand and wind up at the peak. Upon their eventual return, our assumptions were correct. Their smiles proved that it was worth it. “Beware, O wanderer, the road is walking too.” We gather up to discuss the trail that lies ahead of us. We’ve been off of paved roads for hours now. Bu…
The Ultimate Travel Tech Gear Survival Kit
…exterior storage for quickly stowing a cable or other quick-access items. Peak Design Tech Pouch (US$59.95) Keeping all your tech gear tidy and easily accessible can be tricky. But Peak Design’s Tech Pouch makes it simple with its origami-inspired pocket layout and wide opening. The weatherproof, durable build is all set for travel, while carry handles and a cable pass-through pocket for convenient charging round out this useful organizer. Photo…
Best New Gear: October 2020
…What do you think? Do you love these guys as much as we do? EDC Mobile by Peak Design Incredibly, Peak Design has launched their latest Kicstarter, number 10 for a company that got their start on the platform with the Capture Clip. This time, the team tackles the Mobile world with a collection of phone cases and magnetically-attached mounts, allowing you to take your phone everywhere and keep it pointed in the direction of your choosing, securely…
Best Carry-On Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…ke a real difference when navigating changing travel environments. So Snow Peak designed a bag that can move easily with you wherever the journey leads. Not surprising when you consider the brand was founded in Japan in 1958 with a strong philosophy of encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors and find harmony with nature. And just as Snow Peak ventured to the USA in 1999, expanding its horizons on new shores, their versatile 3way Business Bag help…
Best New Gear: May 2019
…you can help do good while enjoying a ready place to sit wherever you go. Peak Design Travel Tripod Peak Design are no strangers to game-changing design. And now they have their sights set on shaking up the portable tripod niche. The Peak Design Travel Tripod offers the benefits of a traditional tripod in a compact design that significantly reduces dead space for easy portability. It’s also designed to set up and pack down quickly, offer quick ca…
Best Active Shoulder Bag Champion 2020
…e. All at a price point that’s hard to beat. Excellent work, Greenroom136! Peak Design Everyday Messenger V2 Peak Design gave the messenger world a solid shakeup with their original Everyday Messenger. But not content to stop there, they’ve forged ahead in making their design even better. The Everyday Messenger V2 serves up Peak Design’s signature hybrid DNA, with a design that can tackle day-to-day gear as well as camera setups thanks to clever c…
Best Carry-On Bag 2019
…1st Place Peak Design Travel Backpack It was only an amount of time until Peak Design brought their genius-level of design to the travel space, and the result is a pack that stands out in its category. Versatile, attractive, and, yet again, innovative in ways that make daily use more joyful. It’s a supreme achievement, and a pack that’ll challenge the rest of the industry to get better. The durable, weatherproof build and sleek silhouette adapt t…
The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2022
…ng Vertx Transit Sling 2.0 bagjack Slingbag Maxpedition Kodiak Gearslinger Peak Design Everyday Sling Côte&Ciel Isarau Memory Tech Sling Bag DSPTCH Slingpack Côte&Ciel Riss Coated Canvas Sling Bag BRIEFING Tactical Sling These are some of the best sling bags to cater to a range of daily loads and settings. Below you’ll find tips on how to pick the right sling for you, as well as a closer look at each of our top picks to help you choose. What to Lo…
Best New Gear: October 2017
…made from a weatherproof polyester ripstop and suits maximum carry-on use. Peak Design Everyday Backpack – Black Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack delivers great functionality for everyday use, from its customizable organization to its expandability and convenient access to gear throughout the bag. But one thing that was missing was the ultimate EDC colorway option. Until now. Peak Design have introduced a sleek, all-black colorway available for the…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: Carry Awards
…ntire product line. There were a couple of strong contenders this year but Peak Design put the icing on the cake when they dropped a new Kickstarter for their Travel Line on day 1 of the show, and subsequently had the thing funded by lunchtime. I mean, come on. The Travel Line is a really solid addition to Peak Design’s much lauded backpacks, slings and pouches. All these bags are immediately recognizable and distinctly Peak Design, and as far as…
Mid-Week Peak: An Off-Road S24O
…“I am going to pass out so fucking hard.” We were at the summit of one of the Coastal Mountains, pulling gear off our bikes and taking in the evening glow on the snow-capped peaks that surrounded us….
Our Favorite EDC Flashlights
…ttaching the smallest snapring you can to the end for maximum portability. Peak Eiger Peak LED Solutions is a bit of an odd duck in the flashlight world. They have been around for a long time, predating many of the popular brands today. They don’t seem very interested in keeping up with advances, but instead prefer to march to their own drum. That is not to say they don’t make some really interesting lights. The Eiger is their flashlight AAA light…
Packing List: 5-Day Documentary Trip in Nepal
…obal ready too, just make sure that it’s unlocked. Joby Gorillapod SLR Peak Design CapturePro This quick-release plate is super handy for carrying your camera when it’s not in use, but you still need fast access. Goal Zero Venture 30 Kit All of that electronic shit needs recharging. That’s where the Venture 30 comes into play. It can charge up to five GoPro batteries before running out of juice; the Nomad 7 solar panel will recharge it wit…
Holiday Gift Guide | Staff Picks
…months! These allow me to be more streamlined and comfortable on the move. Peak Design Mobile Tripod Peak Design are known for their ingenious approach to products that we all think we know and love. They take them apart, and reshape them into something functional and beautiful. They did it with their everyday bags, their camera straps, and their travel tripod. They’ve taken their learnings from those and put them into their newest venture – the m…
Huckberry Father’s Day Gift Guide
…omething a little different to make Dad smile this Father’s Day. Home Snow Peak Shimo Stein (US$60) Snow Peak’s signature blend of minimalist aesthetics, durability, and practical design is well on display in the Shimo Stein, a multifunctional mug that works equally well in home environments, beach picnics, or while camping. The vacuum-insulated mug is made with stainless steel and a rubber base to prevent sliding. Suitable for both hot and cold b…
Through the Eyes of a Sherpa
…hat. He smiles shyly and tells me in a thick accent that he works on many peaks and mountains: Island, Lobuche and Mera peak and the mountains of Lhakpa Ri and Everest. I’m curious to learn more about the Sherpa people – they’re the ultimate carriers. Originating from Nepal, they’re renowned for their mountain expertise, hardiness, carrying ability and, some say, miraculous genetic adaptation that allows them to breathe more freely in high altitu…
Best Gym and Workout Clothes for Women
…multifunctional? Fun fact: your foot has three arches. And these shoes are designed with 3X Support™ and 3X Stability, i.e. they’re specifically designed to support each arch so you can confidently embrace a range of different movements. The lace area, midfoot and heel are constructed from 1680D CORDURA® Ballistic Nylon for abrasion resistance and support, complemented by more breathable areas. The injection molded TPU heel counter helps provide s…
Carry Guide: Find the Best Travel Backpack for You
…uick-access laptop storage – Weather protection with an included raincover Peak Design Travel Backpack (US$299.95) Peak Design brings their signature savvy take on design to the travel world with their Travel Backpack. The pack offers a default 35L volume, but can expand to 45L for larger loads or compress into a 30L pack that’s handy for use as a day bag at your destination. There’s multiple ways to get to your gear, including back panel access w…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Champion 2020
…d. And we’re sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Peak Design Everyday Tote Peak Design’s revamped Everyday Tote welcomes a host of updates, from a new silhouette and strap design, to eco-friendly recycled exterior fabric and external carry straps. All coming together to create a stylish and versatile tote that looks the part in a work setting but also does a great job in discreetly carrying camera gear. The flexible organ…
Gifts for the Tactical Dude
…dling a range of terrains while providing comfortable support in a low-key design… . Petzl NAO ($185) The cleverly-designed NAO headlamp features a REACTIVE LIGHTING mode that allows it to automatically adjust the brightness depending on changing light conditions. That means you can stay focused on the task at hand without having to manually adjust the brightness. The headlamp offers a maximum of 575 lumens and also comes with a rechargeable batte…
Best New Gear: September 2017
…ed in flap-down or rolltop mode and also includes a removable tool pocket. Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L – Huckberry Exclusive Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack is one of the most versatile EDC offerings on the market, with customizable organization, expandability, awesome top and side access, and a weatherproof build. But what it hasn’t offered is a black colorway option – until now. Huckberry and Peak Design have come together to create an exc…
5 Key Elements :: Designing the SLICKS Travel System
…nlike IKEA products, however, Slicks has been built to last (Because Swiss design > Swedish design on durability!). We’ve used only the highest-quality materials such as 600D PU-coated Nylon fabric with padded “softshell” reinforcements. One of the first components to break on a backpack is often the buckles, so we selected ITW-Nexus buckles, which have a stellar reputation in the industry for their durability. “…we’ve made the travel backpack equ…
5 Minutes with Racing Atelier
…stand the product or project from initial idea to concept and then a final design – if ever a design can be called ‘final’. In that sense craft is a means to help me understand the project/product. In my opinion innovation requires that deep insight and understanding. The products I work on are mostly ‘low-tech’. Rather than ‘designed innovation’ it actually develops/is born within the process when developing. The way I work that maybe means: the…