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Finding Aichaku In The Apex
…was studying product design and engineering at university. I was drawn to bags and travel gear, so started working with bag brands to help them rethink carry from first principles. I convinced one brand to better consider backpacks for urban environments (and not just rugged hikes), and then the next brand to develop products that offered solutions to every part of a surfer’s reality (which included airports and tropical downpours – not just blue…
Human Interface: a Guide to Backpack Harness Innovation
…obably the easiest and most intuitive to adjust in the field. Some keyhole designs even allow for shoulder width adjustments. The disadvantage of this system is the limited range of adjustment, usually constrained to only a few slots. Also, the added hardware will scare off any of the ultra-light folks. The Peel & Stick In this design, the shoulder straps are attached to a flat sheet that is slotted behind the back panel padding. The sheet attache…
This Biodegradable Luggage Might Be the Future of Hardcases
…. We all love to explore the world, but could see the negative impact that traveling had on the environment. Thus, we felt the need for creating a better alternative for the mindful traveler and we partnered up with a couple of great designers sharing our vision. The KIN Carry-on was designed by award-winning designer Boris Berlin. How was the relationship established between Boris and your brand? Is he part of PROJECTKIN or a collaborator? We met…
Good Vibes: 20 Amazing Ethical and Sustainable Gifts
…ile tote-style bag that is easily compressible and works well as a grocery bag, beach bag, market bag, and a host of other uses. And there’s no denying it has one heck of a more adventurous story behind it than a disposable plastic shopping bag. Will & Bear Woodley Green (around US$68) Make a style statement with the Will & Bear Woodley Green, a wide brim outdoor hat handmade from 100% Australian wool. The hat includes an adjustable vegan leather…
Fuller Foundry has Versatility and Style
…maller load? Fuller Foundry have a sleek solution on hand with their Quick Bag. A compact, sling-style bag that features a magnetic strap and straightforward zippered access. All of the bags share the same interchangeable magnetic shoulder strap system, partnered with weatherproof materials in practical designs that perform well while looking good doing so. An adventure-loving brand committed to giving back Fuller Foundry are serious about making…
Origin Story: Reflecting On Our First Decade
…ace back then, we wanted to build something focused around our passion for bags, accessories, travel and the equipment used to help us move through the world. So we quit our insanely fun jobs, and began brainstorming how to do just that. Seeding a community In 2002, a Melbourne based sneaker-head called Woody started a publication called Sneaker Freaker. He wanted to celebrate sneaker culture, bringing together fans who shared his passion. We wond…
4 Common Opening Methods for EDC Pocket Knives
…ss of the stud to the frame Some good examples are: Brian Efros / Alliance Designs Ice Lite – Titanium (Exclusive). Chaves Knives Ultramar Redencion Drop Point – Titanium w/ Patina’d & Lasered Brass Inlay (Exclusive). Chaves Knives Ultramar Redencion Drop Point – Titanium w/ Patina’d Brass Inlay (Exclusive). The Flipper Tab The flipper tab is probably (I know I am making someone angry) the easiest quick-open technique to master. A flipper, like a…
What to Pack for Chile (and Two Multi-day Hikes)
…n dry, looks good around town, and doesn’t scream tourist. Pistol Lake One-Bag Henley I discovered this company on r/onebag and quickly fell in love with the henley after ordering my first one. It’s made with very comfortable fabric that looks great, dries quickly, and can be used while hiking or to dress up a bit when in town. I haven’t worn it yet as Santiago has been pretty hot, but it will get plenty of use on Isla Navarino and in Puerto Natal…
Best New Gear: December 2018
…the essentials? Mission Workshop have a solid offering in their Spar sling bag. The bag provides easy access on the go with a choice of top and side entry points. It comes in a choice of VX-07 diamond ripstop or 500D Multicam® Cordura® black camo, with handmade construction backed by a lifetime guarantee. Inside you’ll find a microfleece-lined sleeve for an iPad, with additional features including a removable stabilizer strap and a magnetic Fidloc…
5 Asian Brands You Should Know
…ity to adapt to changing needs. Gear of note: R TRUNK SQUARE 2WAY ORIGINAL BAG 114 3 WAY BAG 171 RUGGED CANVAS 15″ CAMERA BAG 902 WOTANCRAFT WOTANCRAFT takes its name from Wotan, the god of war and wisdom, to highlight the constant struggle to uncover one’s true aspirations. WOTANCRAFT is a leathercraft workshop located in Taiwan and led by designer Albert Yuan. Their design ethos is to expertly blend beauty and function, creating pieces that are…
5 Unconventional Multi-Functional EDC Tools
…questions, please reach out in the comments. Kopis Designs STK . The Kopis Designs STK (Sliding Tool & Knife) is modern ingenuity at its finest. Built to be compact, versatile, and durable, it leverages on rapid prototyping and on-ground user feedback throughout the entire design process. The result is an amazingly innovative yet highly intuitive pocket tool that adds tremendous value to your everyday carry. . Cha-O-Ha EDC Card . Small, discreet,…
Our Favorite EDC Flashlights
…act light that fits easily on your keychain. It’s just 1.7″ long and weighs 22.5g in the stainless version I was sent. Be careful though – since the shape is that of a typical flashlight, but so tiny, you’ll assume that it’s lighter than it really is. I was ready to replace the TIP on my keychain but then I learned they are nearly identical in weight! So, definitely a good keychain light, but not significantly lighter than other choices necessaril…
Hall of Fame Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…truck tarps, car seat belts and inner bicycle tubes. The F13 TOP CAT Messenger was born in 1993 in Zurich and has inspired the carry world with its environmentally-conscious approach to bag making, bagging a spot in New York’s Museum of Modern Art in the process. _________________________________________________________ Vote now!…
5 Minutes with DSPTCH
…ince. What did you find was the biggest challenge in developing an initial bag range? The biggest challenge was finding what our place would be in the bag and carry world. Answering questions like: What will we be offering that’s different from what’s out in the market? Why would people care about a bag line from us? Do we have enough “tricks up our sleeve” even if we were able to have some early success? Figuring out what our message would be and…
Studio Visit :: Boreas and Alite
…what bag Tae would most covet, he responded that a simple paper-sack style bag works fine. He’s around bags so much that he likes to almost go anti-bag. People Since we last caught up with Boreas and Alite there’s been a bit of movement on the people front, as tends to happen when ‘adventure travel’ is your reason for being. So there are some new faces, but still lots of familiar ones too. Todd Wilkinson is the lead designer for Boreas, while Liz…
The Brilliance of bagjack
…rdboard; he returns with a box full of relics, stained and worn, the first bagjack messenger bags. They weren’t bagjack back then. They were the ‘Dirty Double’, an apt self-deprecation and tongue-in-cheek hint at certain extracurricular activities. The Dirty Doubles impressed their messenger compadres. Soon, Pe and Vossi were taking orders, adding refinements, new fresh Jamaican and Cuban fabric designs, all from makeshift ingredients. “We told ou…
Week In Review ~ 3 August
…ugged versions of their carry including the Small, Medium and Large Duffle Bag, the Original Briefcase and the Tote. The bags are made with Filson’s Heavy Tin fabric which is double-coated with wax for enhanced water and stain resistance. If you’re keen to grab one of these hardwearing haulers for yourself you’ll need to be quick, as they are only available until 31 August. Arc’teryx street carry Arc’teryx was born in Vancouver and now they are pa…
5 Minutes with FRANCA
…ducts different from bags, who knows… What do you carry daily and how? The bag that I always use is one of our bags called Freelance. I have a prototype that I’m using with our new links that we are going to start using on the bags soon. They come from a company in England that produce everything in stainless steel. They are incredibly strong. Each ring can carry 100 kilos which gives us the warranty that they are never going to break. My essentia…
Week In Review ~ 26 October
…the wolffepack Kickstarter campaign. Sleek style for business and holiday travel Business trip on the horizon? Going somewhere fun on holiday? If your luggage looks like it’s seen one too many trips round the baggage carousel perhaps it’s time to put it on permanent vacation and invest in some new pieces. The new Transcend collection from Briggs and Riley is ready to roll and haul your gear wherever you need it to go thanks to a range of carry-on…
Oppermann London :: A New Move
…a compact weekender, a bit larger and a bit more relaxed than our 25-hour bag. And the Bolton fits just between our briefcase Vallance and 25-hour bag Palissy. Even though the overall shapes might be less formal, we believe that the Surfaces range works equally fine in the office or for days off. What single item are you most proud of? The Briefcase Vallance. I think it’s a unique piece in terms of its aesthetics, features, and format. It’s under…
Week In Review ~ 31 August
…for attaching bulky items such as tents or sleeping mats. In addition, the bag can serve as a weekend bag for short getaways too. A taste of new carry candy from Frank Clegg Are you languishing away in want of some luxury carry? Well if you’re looking for some suitably tempting carry candy, check out the video above. Frank Clegg has been busy creating their Spring/Summer 2015 collection and the lookbook video shows the pieces in action. Yes, luxur…
5 Minutes with Farrah Design
…simplicity. Longevity and durability really motivate my ideas as well. My designs all stem from a desire to make things that we will use for our whole lives – and those things need to have the endurance to last that whole time. Designing enduring aesthetics and applications that will be relevant for a whole lifetime is a primary consideration for me – this fuels my penchant for traditional materials like leather and canvas. Oh and Swiss military…
Fernando Bonastre Interview & Roztayger.com Giveaway
…s opposed to curvaceousness (you seem to allude to this with the ‘Handbox’ bag). Is there any particular rationale for this, or inspiration? Well, I like my designs to express a radical purity, voluptuous volumes and a sense of nonchalance. You recently opened a retail store in Paris. How has that changed or informed how you design now, if at all? It’s very interesting to hear the views of my retail customers, in contrast to my wholesale clients w…
Interview with Kevin Murray of Velomacchi
…acer, and go after the land speed record for the world’s fastest messenger bag at Bonneville. We will be documenting the build and sharing with our community the process and innovation behind the build. It will also give us good insight into the aerodynamics of the bag and the material stresses for our next round of welded packs. We also have glove projects we are getting ready to launch as well as a collaboration on footwear. Can you elaborate on…
5 Minutes with Bleu de Chauffe
…. What one product are you most proud of and why? We are very proud of our bag called Scott, which is inspired by the bag of the writer Scott Fitzgerald. It emanated following a special request from an American guy who loved our products and was looking for a special bag for his girlfriend. We decided to follow his request and create it. The result was great and we decided to add the product to our collection. Today this bag is actually one of our…
Interview with Ideal & Co – Living Heritage
…o believe that some things stay with you forever, which is why they create bags that salute Portugal’s rich cultural heritage, the creativity and skill of its people, as well as its natural resources, primarily beautiful Portuguese leathers. The brand, co-founded by Rute Vieira and José Lima, makes carry products that take on their own character and personality through use, creating unique and beautiful pieces that are valuable to their owners bec…
The Carry Awards :: Best Accessory Results
…eans the tiny zipper still slides smoothly, these are well thought through bags that make a real difference to how well they work. – Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads in the upmost respect and kudos. If this were a dias, t…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 3
…can just walk out my door and have endless trails to test stuff on. We do travel gear too, and I do a fair bit of travel particularly to Asia, so that’s easy. Did hyping “The Guarantee” change your design thinking? We always kinda had that, we just finally put it in writing. I guess the marketing people got ahold of it and went to town. We are trying to tie our warranty people better into the process, I think they sometimes feel left out of the d…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 1
…ad of integrated frame types, as well as frameless packs that look like garbage bags, and back to re-envisioned external systems. The design solutions to the ongoing lightness “problem” are all over the board and as diverse as the people using them, but the core principle is the same: The less you have to carry, the more energy you’ll have for the adventure you’re on. The UL school of thought still has deep roots in the DIY tradition but there is…
Materials First :: Uliko Studio Interview
…able in my back pocket. Wow! A Clive backpack, ha! Okay, what’s your go-to travel bag? I’m an adventure traveler, so it is absolutely essential to have a good backpacking bag. For me, that’s the Lost Coast pack by Boreas. It’s a very considered object in terms of design. It’s minimal-yet-functional, lightweight, and made from quality materials. What’s next for you guys? We will continue to explore the possibilities of new materials in search of in…