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Week In Review ~ 26 February
…ltifunctional EDC Practical, versatile, simple, and stylish. Key traits in QWSTION’s designs that have helped the Swiss brand foster a reputation for functional, understated and elegant carry. Bolstering that reputation are two new additions to the QWSTION family, both available in Washed Black and Organic Blend Raw colorways. The Simple Holdall and Simple Zipshopper feature multiple carry options, straightforward zip closures, and a choice of poc…
Bags For Dads
…the commute but a bit big and not so good as a running option) http://www.qwstion.com/en/backpack-washed-leather-brown.html — * National Geographic Africa Small backpack (again, great for commute but maybe not the rest) http://www.geographicbags.co.uk/small-rucksack-for-laptop — * Cote & Ciel flat backpack http://www.coteetciel.com/flat-backpack-coated-techno-canvas.html — Regards/Alex — [1] Uses (in order of priority) — A) Day to day bus, train…
Buyer’s Guide :: Weekenders
…t a weekender should be. Everyone else take notes. Interested? Buy Now. —– Qwstion Weekender (R) Qwstion take a more practical approach to the weekender, making a bag that you can imagine bringing into the office. Interesting colors and backpackability make it a versatile choice. Interested? Buy Now. —– Wood&Faulk Carpenter’s Bag With an oversized doctor’s bag format, the Carpenter’s Bag gives a relaxed traditional feel without a painful luxury pr…
Week In Review ~ 16 June
…tures ecofriendly, elegant design? Discover more in this Week In Review… — Qwstion: What do you carry your laptop in? – Whether you carry your laptop in a bag but want protection for it, or whether you like the easy grab-and-carry approach of just a sleeve, Qwstion’s laptop sleeve is definitely one to consider. With a simple yet stylish design, this sleeve wouldn’t be out of place in either the office or at home. There are two sizes to choose from…
The Carry Awards Roundup
…Awards Work Backpack 1. Mission Workshop Arkiv Field Pack 2. Goruck GR1 3. QWSTION Backpack — Carry Awards Work Messenger 1. Bedouin Barbary 2. Defy Recon 3. MW VX Messenger — Carry Awards Active Backpack 1. Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault Pack 2. Triple Aught Design Fast Pack Litespeed 3. Arc’teryx Quintic 28 — Carry Awards Active Messenger 1. Mission Workshop Rummy 2. Trakke Mule 3. Acronym 3A-5TSR — Carry Awards Carry On 1. Goruck GR2 2. QWSTION We…
Road Tests :: Heimplanet Monolith Daypack
…s through some loops and you’re ready. It doesn’t have the elegance of the Qwstion approach, but each final stage is well resolved. The shoulder strap doesn’t have a perfect home, but I found keeping it behind the back panel worked well enough. It just misses a couple of those next level tricks for making the most of the transforming concept. For instance, I’d love to see a smart place for the shoulder strap to live when in backpack mode. Heck, I’…
Best Work Backpack Finalists – Second Annual Carry Awards
…tween work, travel or play. And yes, there’s complementary monogramming. Qwstion Office Bag Most shoulder bags that can transform to backpacks take so long to do so, you never bother. Instead, you haul across your eighth airport terminal with an aching shoulder and an emptying jar of ibuprofen. Qwstion have resolved this with a sweet pivoting strap and a handsome hybrid office bag that will look sharp in any work environment. KILLSPENCER Speci…
Best Carry On Finalists – Carry Awards
…his will become a feature bag for the short work trip crowd. Impressive. — QWSTION Weekender Loads of carry options, resolved fabrics, and a really versatile feature set help the Qwstion Weekender right up into the nominees. This is one of the few weekenders that deals well with some tech, while looking anything but. — Goruck GR2 The GR2 takes the OneBag philosophy, and gives it military grade cojones. The proportions are super functional, the com…
Week In Review ~ 30 November
…delving into all of this carry goodness and more in our Week In Review… – QWSTION embraces leather Keen to snap up some limited edition sleek Swiss style? Enter QWSTION’s Black Leather Special Edition Overnighter and Shopper, each produced in 50 pieces only. The Overnighter and Shopper feature vegetable-tanned leather, organic cotton canvas, YKK EXCELLA® zippers, pockets and a choice of carrying options to suit different needs. Plus their underst…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide :: Best Totes
…exterior pockets and single interior pocket provide organization options. QWSTION Tote The kings of versatility, Swiss brand QWSTION, always deliver a sleek and modern aesthetic complemented by a functional twist. In this case, it’s a tote that flips into a backpack. It comes in range of nailed colorways and material options. The main compartment is topped and shielded by a sweet pointed cover flap with a side-zip upping the access. Oh, and there…
Best Work Messenger Finalists
…ally is amazing. _________________________________________________________ QWSTION Simple Office We love the ability to transform a shoulder bag into a backpack, and the QWSTION 1-for-2-System is one of the simplest ways to do this. The Simple Office then has loads of charm in the shaping, pockets that are practical, and webbing that adds fun without becoming overly expressive. Living up to its name, this bag is simple to use, efficient in design…
Week In Review ~ 5 June
…e going to need a bag to carry your gear and help you explore further. And QWSTION have a bag made just for such explorations. Inspired by long summer evenings in the city, their Special Edition Shopper offers stylish looks and flexible design to accommodate a range of environments. QWSTION teams Organic Rust Canvas with their Organic Offwhite Canvas, complementing the fabrics with vegetable-tanned black leather. Interior pockets provide space for…
The Best College Backpacks
…, making this a handy hauler for campus, day hikes and travel needs alike. QWSTION Daypack (from $200) Elegance meets multifunctional design in the QWSTION Daypack. The smart unisex design comes in a choice of colorways and materials and offers several carry options. The handles can be attached vertically or horizontally, allowing the bag to be carried briefcase-style or as a tote, while stowable shoulder straps convert it into a backpack as requi…
Week In Review ~ 11 December
…work and play Sleek simplicity is the focus of a new collaboration between QWSTION and Swiss product designer Sibylle Stoeckli. Designed to be lightweight, understated and versatile, the QWSTION + Sibylle Stoeckli Travel Shopper can be carried as a shoulder bag, tote or backpack. Its packable design makes it easy to store inside luggage to be used as a day bag at your destination. Alternatively use it to carry groceries, day-to-day essentials or w…
Week In Review ~ 22 March
…to changing carry needs thanks to a range of Black Ember mag-lock pouches. QWSTION keeps it simple It’s easy to forget to take pleasure in the simple things in life – but with QWSTION’s new Simple Collection you can enjoy a daily reminder to do just that wherever you carry one of the collection’s stylishly understated and functional pieces. The collection is made up of the Simple Office, Simple Ziptote, Simple Pack and Simple Bag. The bags are con…
Top 10 Back to Work Bags
…laptop or tablet, with two further pockets for smaller EDC and work tools. QWSTION Office Bag The QWSTION Office Bag offers three-way carry to accommodate the commute, work environments and travel requirements. Adapt it to changing needs by carrying it as a backpack, shoulder bag or briefcase-style with the grab handles. The bag fits up to a 17″ laptop and offers a wide-opening main compartment for easy access to the contents. Joshu+Vela Zip Brief…
Mismo M/S Soft Work Briefcase: Road Test
…hers to consider Bleu de Chauffe ‘Gaston Musette’: slightly smaller, less organization but perhaps more rugged material with a decidedly more utilitarian vibe Atelier de l’Armée Work Attache: ‘Luxe leather and canvas in a tight, cohesive and work friendly package QWSTION has a range of office appropriate bags with textured fabrics and sleek understated, focused design, and slightly lower price point. Mismo If you’re digging the Mismo vibe but le…
Best Tote Bags of 2018
…e where to start in your tote hunt, get inspired with the best tote bags of 2018… Peak Designs Everyday Tote Crafted Goods Mr. Groove Bellroy Tokyo Tote Qwstion Day Tote YNOT Split Shift FlowFold Denizen BillyKirk 326 Commuter Tote …
5 Minutes with Racing Atelier
…tor, Bradley Woody; itinerant illustrator, minimalist, and long-time carry geek. Welcome to the team, Bradley! Enjoyed the above article? You may like these too: 5 Minutes with Bleu de Chauffe QWSTION: Is Bananatex the Next Miracle Backpack Fabric? The 8 Best Small Japanese Brands You Should Know A Conversation with Mystery Ranch Founder Dana Gleason…
5 Reasons Why BUILT TO SEND Should Be on Your Radar
…ong-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…
Ancoats Bag Company The Tote Review
…more technical-looking tote and patient enough to wait for the next drop. QWSTION Day Tote: A solid option if you are looking for a smaller tote with a heritage look. Peak Design Everyday Tote: Plan to carry any type of camera gear or simply need a more padded bag to secure your precious tech? The Peak Design Everyday Tote is one of the best options on the market with an excellent ecosystem of signature FlexFold dividers, camera attachments, Cord…
How to Choose the Right Backpack Fabric
…le, only the textile that best meets a narrow set of criteria as defined by the opinions and perspectives of individual users or designers. Liked this article? You might enjoy these too: QWSTION: Is Bananatex the Next Miracle Backpack Fabric? Dyneema vs X-Pac: Ultralight Fabrics Ballistic Nylon vs CORDURA: Heavy-Duty Durable Fabrics…
Could Liquid Crystal Polymer Be the Next Evolution in Pack Cloth?
…same question that gets asked when mountaineers have just climbed Everest. What are they going to do after this? Liked this article? You might dig these too: QWSTION: Is Bananatex the Next Miracle Backpack Fabric? Dyneema vs X-Pac: Ultralight Fabrics…
Deal Radar: Western Rise, Peak Design, Lexdray and More
…he select products retiring from Tortuga’s quality stable of travel goods. QWSTION The Swiss carry legends are giving their fans a big thank you for their support through these uncertain times with their first ever discount! Use the code ‘TWENTYFIVE’ at checkout for 25% off your purchase. This will remain valid until their Vienna, Lausanne and Zürich stores reopen. Filson From now through 4 May, Filson is offering at least 35% (but often much more…
Ally Capellino Fin Waxed Cotton Backpack Review
…e in the market for a fashionable, office-friendly bag, maybe consider the QWSTION Daypack. Anything from Bellroy will also look great in most situations, and the Day Owl Backpack will definitely look good in the office – I personally love that one. Verdict Ally Capellino delivers on its goal of letting the materials shine. That, coupled with excellent, considered design elevates this bag to another level. When other brands ask style or substance,…
Introducing Our Carryology Concept Store
…in Foundry, Trakke, Mission Workshop, Mystery Ranch, Côte&Ciel, Teranishi, QWSTION, Makr, Lexdray, GORUCK, Gregory, Rivendell Mountain Works, RAWROW, Alchemy Equipment, Tanner Goods…we could go on (but it’s not cool to keep on name-dropping like this!). Exciting, right? We know! 🙂 And don’t stress if you’re not a Melbournite or can’t get here via plane or one-man submarine, because we’ll be chronicling the whole adventure along the way. Follow the…
Best Carry-On Finalists (Pool B) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…r carry storage. _________________________________________________________ QWSTION Simple Holdall The stylish and multifunctional Simple Holdall lends itself to overnight trips, weekends away, or even day-to-day use. The extendable volume helps you fit in a little extra when needed, or you can secure the bag into a more compact form for smaller loads. In addition, the versatile carrying system lets you sling the bag over your shoulder, carry it by…
Bad backs and backpacks :: Initial thoughts
…– Work Focused The best work setting packs are from minimalist brands like Qwstion and Arc’teryx, but then you don’t get the waist strap support. 🙁 – Bike If you have a fairly average-sized body, you could go for a Mission Workshop Rambler or Vandal in black, which both have a little structure and a good waist strap (removable). Their length can’t be adjusted though, so if you’re not average-sized, they won’t work as well. If you are kinda average…
Valentine’s Day for Carry Geeks
…her (the versatility to suit a variety of situations is always handy). The QWSTION Weekender is a solid choice thanks to quick access to the main compartment, a selection of pockets for organisation, a variety of colourways to suit individual tastes, plus the ability to carry it as a backpack, on the shoulder or using the grab handles. Easy access meets flexible portability For carry lovers who appreciate quick access to their bag contents but als…
Best Carry-On Finalists – The Second Annual Carry Awards
…t have to squeeze into spaces, as spaces will reshape themselves for this. Qwstion Weekender Here’s a bag that asks for very few compromises from you. It looks good in almost any setting, it maximises your carry on space, it can swap between single strap or backpack carry, and it has pocketing for almost anything you’ll carry. While nominated last awards, the bag has been updated for faster conversion and more nailed details. Tortuga Travel Backpa…