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Top 5 Camp Knives for Five Outdoor Scenarios This Autumn
…models end, custom work begins. But that’s another story for another day. Modern Kephart – custom made by Jakub Sliwka (@sliwkosky_knives) Here is my bullet point summary of which knife is for whom: GiantMouse GMF4 -> fast and light, a classic camp knife, can be carried easily on a belt Ka-Bar BK72 -> heavyweight chopper and survival blade, perfect for 4×4 overlanding or stationary camping TRC Apocalypse -> high-end, heavy-duty modern survival kn…
Black Ember’s Citadel | A Masterclass in Modern Backpack Design
Black Ember has consistently set itself apart with its innovative approach to bag design and they’ve been a favorite of our community for a number of years – especially those looking for something just a bit different. The latest additions to their lineup, the Citadel 18 and Citadel 25, exemplify the brand’s commitment to merging sleek aesthetics with unparalleled functionality. The Citadel 18 and Citadel 25 impress with their minimalist yet soph…
EVERGOODS x Carryology Griffin II | Exclusive Release
…talgia; it’s a statement about where luxe and utility can intersect in the modern world. Three styles built to move: the iconic CTB26, the CAP1 you’ve been waiting for, and an ode to an icon – the Civic Bookbag 22L. Ready for the journey? Let’s go! THE GENIUS OF EVERGOODS EVERGOODS is more than just a brand—they’re a force in the Carry Universe, pushing boundaries of design, and leading the way in EDC/Travel crossover goods. From their Bozeman w…
From Terminal to Trail: The Footwear That Masters Modern Travel
When it comes to travel, footwear isn’t just about comfort—it’s your silent co-pilot, carrying you from airport lounges to alleyway cafés, from sun-bleached ruins to walks that end up being a mile longer than you planned. In the overflowing landscape of travel gear, the right pair of shoes blurs the line between performance and style, urban exploration and off-grid adventure. Simply put, when you’re on the move, the right travel shoes can make or…
Interview w/Chris Graham
…oad working for Osprey helped in expanding your knowledge within the carry industry? Moving to Vietnam and working with a local team amongst our suppliers has immersed me in the manufacturing and creative side of the industry. It’s taught me a great deal about how products are made and how to get them to market. During the time here, we have expanded into multiple new categories including hydration packs, lightweight travel, skiing and child carri…
Interview with Tae Kim :: Part 1
…ion. Ando: It’s funny ‘cause a lot of the Carryology office come from surf industry background and that was the same thing. Like ‘69, ‘70 into ‘75 and 80s even, it was just this, it was like the cluster bomb that’s happening right now as well, where as you said there’s sort of that last generation has almost retired and it’s time for the new gen, except maybe now the guys doing it are just that bit older so there’s a bit less of the crazy irrevere…
Struktur Event (Portland, OR) Recap
…ion on the roof patio of the Ecotrust building. People in the outdoor gear industry always enjoy a drink or three. We can’t wait to be involved and to attend next year. Calendars have been marked, days are being counted down. If you’re in the outdoor industry or are wanting to get into it, there is no better event to attend. See you next year for the 2nd annual Struktur Event! PS – we highly recommend you go check out the newly published book, “Th…
Design Heads :: Interview with James Brittain
…t important thing you’ve learned about design and secondly about the carry industry? Barrett touched on this in his interview, but everything is a moving target when it comes to design. Be it technology, trends or activities…everything is always jostling for position. The most important thing I’ve learned is to keep questioning your pre-conceived opinions and make sure you’re designing for the end user, not just for yourself. What carry product (o…
Design Heads :: Alec Farmer (Trakke)
…t important thing you’ve learned about design and secondly about the carry industry? Wow. I’ve definitely learnt a lot over the last few years. I came into this industry as a complete outsider – I had no idea what I was doing! I’ve been learning as I go, absorbing knowledge like a sponge. In design terms, I’ve really had to get to grips with designing for production. I know that sounds basic, but a lot of people don’t consider how it will actually…
Outdoor Retailer :: Winter Market Recap
…sewer. You rock, Carol! Topo Designs Topo seems to be a brand defying the industry expectation. I love a company who makes a simple pack that you can take hiking or live day-to-day out of without being either too urban or too tech. Their popularity continues to grow – a bellwether of customers seeking durable, simple products that will stand the test of time. As new products in the line tend to gear more toward functionality, expanding beyond the…
From Rough Diamond to Polished Design :: Black Diamond JetForce Interview (Part 2)
…this, that’s going to be the best standard. Nick: Yeah, and all the major industry players have been a part of creating that standard so everyone knows about it and everyone’s been a part of it. So yeah, that is sort of the comprehensive industry standard for avalanche airbags. Pete: And it’s a tough one to pass, like you were saying, it’s a pretty high barrier to enter into this because there’s so many little engineering challenges. Derick: We b…
A Carry Adventure through Portugal Part II :: Ina Koelln and the New Breed
…stly in men’s fashion design. “When I came here I tried to get a job in my industry, but I couldn’t, so I started to do some competitions,” she said. She heard about an ecological design competition based in Berlin – this would catalyse her introduction to cork leather, and a whole new career in carry. Cork leather is nothing new in Portugal: tourist stores all over the country stock perfunctory tote bags made out of the stuff – Koelln came across…
Why You Should Care If Your Backpack’s Made of bluesign® Fabric
…What is bluesign®? Since 2000, bluesign® has emerged as the global textile industry’s leading standard for environmental health and safety. Founded by independent Swiss-based initiative Bluesign Technologies AG, bluesign® covers the whole textile supply chain, upholding standards like safe working conditions, fair labour practices, and environmental emissions – especially the eco-toxicological impact of chemicals. It’s worth reminding that 60 mill…
A Conversation with Mystery Ranch Founder Dana Gleason
…live our lives. Do you have any advice for someone looking to get into the industry, both in the design and business sides? Work in a retail store for half a year. Work directly with the folk who are buying the gear. Get an appreciation for what at least one group of people who sell the gear have to go through. In addition to always looking at what you can do to improve the gear itself. I started out working in stores. And while I became a sales r…
Is This Fiber The Future of Sustainable Bags?
…resource ownership, and to encourage greater sustainability throughout the industry. Can they close that gap between product recycling and new material to create circularity? They don’t know yet. But they’re willing to try. And guess what? They’re getting end users involved. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRmjCqQthVo Rethinking industry and consumer preconceptions Spinnova fiber is not commercially available. Quantities are extremely limited; und…
Green Guide: How Brands Are Working Towards Sustainability
…real action. In 2009 Patagonia and Walmart teamed up to find a way for the industry to work together. They launched the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and three years later, after the SAC had gathered a coalition of 60 other major brands and manufacturers, they launched the Higg Index. The Higg is many things but primarily it’s a way for brands and manufacturers in the supply chain to collect and share their sustainability knowledge. A major focus…
Design Talk: 2021 Trend Forecast
…Ellen MacArthur Foundation C. Stuffstr X adidas UK SAFE TRAVEL The travel industry has shared a more unfortunate relationship with the global pandemic than any other industry. First, it inadvertently aided the global spread, then it became one of the hardest hit economically. The U.S. Travel Association predicted an April loss of $910 billion in travel-related economic output in the US alone. Predictions on when international travel might resume…
Brand of the Year 2020
…b of engaging, educating and inspiring. A brand fully committed to pushing industry sustainability, fostering better business practices, and promoting and supporting diverse social and environmental initiatives… Peak Design Peak Design haven’t really wrapped their heads around the concept of slowing down and just chilling. But to be fair, when you’re as committed to making a positive impact as they are, they probably can’t sit still long enough to…
The Best Winter Hardshell Jackets, Tested 2021
…be quite new, but the co-owner and main designer Patrick has been in this industry for about four decades, so he really knows a thing or two about gear. The Defiant Hoodie is another jacket with a Schoeller C-Change membrane. But the external material is considerably thinner and more stretchy than the one used by ThruDark. It’s actually a kind of crossover jacket, between hardshell and softshell, but with a fully waterproof 3L membrane and fully…
Best Cloth Face Masks, Tested 2021
…either. KILLSPENCER have had their masks independently tested by a famous industry-leading laboratory who reported that the SST successfully filtered 98.9% – 99.19% of particles, and were consistently breathable. Not only that, but they also passed a Cytotoxicity test, which means they are biocompatible with the human body. That might sound like a lot to take in, but the long and short of it is, all of this will enhance your safety, comfort, and…
Challenge Sailcloth | The Dawn of Ultra™ Fabrics
…patrons hitting the trails for thousands of miles at a time. To steer the industry in a more sustainable direction, people still have to want to use your product. All of this comes down to why we’ve such a break-neck adoption of ECOPAK™ and Ultra™ fabrics; from small studios like Greenroom136, DMade Bags, and 1733, to heavy hitters like Bellroy, ULA Equipment, and Shinola. The work that Hale and his team have put into cultivating product, process…
9 Awesome Designers to Follow on Instagram
…a year as a consultant to the brand I also worked for other friends in the industry such as Bellroy helping with some conceptual work on Apex wallets, Thule with some MTB hydration packs called Vital which won a Red Dot award for hydration innovation, Lander with some commuter packs called the Commuter and Traveler, as well as Mountain Hardwear and their climbing pack line. Jae Park Jae Park has been in the design industry for over two decades, ho…
How to Design a Backpack, According to Designers (New Series)
…the industry. He specializes in sustainable product design in the outdoor industry, and is committed to designs that fuse form, function, and responsibility in one. Previous roles have included Senior Equipment Designer and Design Manager for MEC, as well as Lead Equipment Designer for Cotopaxi. He founded and is currently a freelance Senior Product Designer at (EXTRA) ORDINARY DESIGN, where he’s worked with a wide range of brands including Tortu…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015 :: Recap Part II
…ile being such a large outdoor machine. Incase Incase was rocking a really modern-looking booth in one of the Pavilion tents. They were the only booth, that we could recall, that decided to put half their collection behind glass. Before you jump on our bag photography, we did the best we could. Sorry about the reflections. The booth had lots of glass, clean white paneling and shine. Definitely very Incase. There’s not much new here, mostly updates…
The Topo Designs x Woolrich Collaboration
…stry and then you have Topo Designs, which is this new icon of the outdoor industry for a much younger generation. [Laughing] I think what’s great about working with Woolrich is the massive amount of history they have along with the new stuff they do. Whether its with the original Woolrich label or their Woolen Mills or John Rich & Brothers label in Europe, they’re very focused on fashion on one side of the brand and then very focused on history o…
September 7 Week in Review: Cycling Safety, Climbing Gear, and Hybrid Carry Solutions
…aste has leaked all over your kit). Messenger meets tote We’ve highlighted Modern Industry before but they are now stepping into the world of totes and messenger bags – or rather a combination of the two with the Faraday Totepack. Constructed out of Martexin 10.10 oz waxed army duck and Horween leather, the totepack can be carried as a tote or a messenger and accommodates a 15-inch laptop in either form. There’s an exterior and interior pocket for…
Best Work Backpack Finalists – Second Annual Carry Awards
…ing colorways, and a range of fabrics that would keep anyone interested. Modern Industry Drive The Drive backpack is tough without being intimidating, and simple without being basic. Some great hardware, a floating laptop pocket, and solid weather resistance all tick the boxes. While it was only just over a year ago that it’s predecessor the Magnitude launched on Kickstarter, this pack has already evolved into a more refined and sorted carry pie…
Best Carry-On Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…n to a more manageable size. Long story short: worth every penny. – Modern Industry Passenger This isn’t your mom’s rolltop duffle; with Raptor buckles, crazy stow capacity and waxed canvas durability. And for the level of hardware and materials, it’s surprisingly affordable. We’re digging. – Tortuga Air Maximising your carry-on feels really clever, until you realise how much harder it is to get into and out of overhead bins, and how tiring it get…
The Third Annual Carry Awards :: Roundup
…quipment AEL008 Carry On Highly Commended: Rimowa Bolero Highly Commended: Modern Industry Passenger – Best Check-In Winner: Samsonite Lite-Cube DLX Highly Commended: Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle Highly Commended: Ortlieb Duffle RS – Best Specialist Winner: Black Diamond JetForce Highly Commended: Douchebags Douchebag Highly Commended: MONO Guitar Sleeve – Best Accessory Winner: Incase ICON Sleeve with Tensaerlite Highly Commended: Bellroy Elements Ph…
Week In Review ~ 30 October
…airport security. Designed by Patrick Healy (founder and lead designer of Modern Industry), the bag comes in a 45L and 35L size. Both options are carry-on size, so you can avoid checked luggage and have more time and freedom to get on with adventuring. Changing things up in your carry pinqpong digs mixing materials up and using unusual fabrics in their bags. Fitting right in with this ethos is their Limited Edition Changeant series featuring the…
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