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Exclusive Release | Carryology x Bellroy Chimera Sling
…the user could add an LED flashing bike light for cyclists to be seen when commuting. We took these two loops and created a custom folding patch panel to wrap over and around, using a molded hook to attach securely. We made some minor tweaks and improvements, but overall we loved the execution of this panel’s design. With this system, it provides four different configurations: Option A: Install the folding wrap patch panel and attach the provided…
Yeti Tocayo Backpack Review :: Drive By
…s nothing on the exterior of the bag that sticks out. Between commuting on bike and stashing this bag in airplane overhead compartments, I never have to worry about rain or something falling out of a side pocket. It’s a very slick looking bag that is going to keep your gear dry. Speaking of gear, the Tocayo does a very good job of keeping everything smartly organized. A separate, fully padded laptop sleeve that wears against my back worked very we…
Carryology x Bellroy | The Chimera Rises
…the user could add an LED flashing bike light for cyclists to be seen when commuting. We took these two loops and created a custom folding patch panel to wrap over and around, using a molded hook to attach securely. We made some minor tweaks and improvements, but overall we loved the execution of this panel’s design. With this system, it provides four different configurations: Option A: Install the folding wrap patch panel and attach the provided…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ulder strap and a stowable stabilizer strap for secure carry on foot or by bike, along with weather-resistant construction and magnetic buckles for quick access. Multiple Helix attachment points as well as interior and exterior pockets keep your gear tidy, while tech can be stashed in the back panel laptop compartment. _________________________________________________________ Black Ember Holdall MSNGR Sturdy and adaptable, the Holdall MSNGR can mo…
The Best Backpacks for Everyday Carry
…cess exterior pockets, along with reflective detailing and a loop for your bike light if you’re cycling at night. Incase ICON Slim (from US$89.30) Sleek tech carry with city style This slim pack delivers low-key style that suits a range of environments, from work to campus or your local cafe. A faux-fur padded laptop compartment keeps your tech protected on the go, and there’s a choice of pockets available for organizing smaller items. Topo Design…
Best New Gear: July 2018
…ang the Tool Roll up. From EDC and work tool organization, to storing bike commuting essentials, art supplies, travel items or first aid supplies, this is a highly practical and adaptable piece of kit to have in your carry setup. Nemen x master-piece Body Sling Bag Japanese carry experts master-piece have teamed up with innovative Italian apparel brand Nemen for a slick collaboration including the Nemen × master-piece Body Sling Bag. The fabric fe…
The Best Summer Clothes and Accessories from Huckberry
…n, the pant includes a roll-up button feature at the hem to keep it out of bike chains. A drawstring closure and belt loops allow for a personalized fit and four flap pockets store your small EDC within easy reach. Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket (US$188) Want French chic styling that’s easy to dress up or down? Look to the Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket. Inspired by French workwear from the 1800s, it offers a versatile aesthetic that can adapt between casua…
Interview with Kevin Murray of Velomacchi
…rability and weather resistance. • Tie down straps to attach the pack to a bike. • Fully loaded backpack fits into Pelican side cases and panniers. • German Fidlock accessory attachment point on shoulder strap for smartphone charging pockets. • Tool/Medical pouch pocket on lumbar so you are always ready for any emergency. How does this design help when riding? The pack is designed to operate at two speeds. For in-town commuting or running errands…
Road Tests :: BOgear – Chunky Toad
…g part of the Brisbane cycling community and by extension, the courier and bike polo scenes. With company founder, machinist & designer Dave “Ranga” Bell being heavily involved in the community he has had the perfect testing ground for all his products prior to going into production. From the first “Papermunky” messenger bag out of the BOgear Studio to the “Strap-On” foot retention system straps to the mammoth short run backpack “The Singularity”,…
Wotancraft Rider Sling Collection Review
…nated by the idea of foldable bags. So when a member of WOTANCRAFT started commuting to work on a fixed gear bicycle, and wished for a bike messenger bag, Albert told him: ‘No.’ ‘You ride for over 2 hours everyday and on a hot summer day you don’t want a large bodied bag that stifles your sweat soaked back. What you need is a small, compact bag that can carry a lot more when required. I will design one for you.’ And in less than a week, Albert cam…
Drive By :: Kriega R20
…or sewed in such a way to prevent this from happening. If it’s a true motorbike bag, it’d be nice if it had a place to attach a motorbike helmet. This would free your hands when you stop by the market on your way home. And the material in general feels a bit thin and cheap. I’m sure it’s lightweight but it feels like it needs some niceness about it. I’m not sure what the dots are for on the front straps, my guess would be that they’re there to hel…
Exclusive Release | Bellroy X Carryology Chimera
…the base, there to add an LED flashing light for cyclists to be seen when commuting. We took these two loops and created a custom folding patch to wrap over and around, using a molded hook to attach securely. Want to flash your Owl/Kangaroo/Rattlesnake Chimera patch? Attach it in just a second. Or keep your Chimera clean, pop your patch into a pocket, and have the option to add a bike light (or whatever else you’d like). PREMIUM POCKET COMPANION…
Chicago Cut and Sewn: Interview with 1733
…life, that kind of bag usage has really informed my designs. Commuting by bike or public transit, and having to travel outside of the city to experience nature means that our bags have to be styled in a certain way. Teal ripstop and trampoline suspensions don’t really get it done on a crowded L train. I also want my bags to be versatile. I’ve never really been a person who likes (or can afford) lots of super specialized gear, so having a daypack…
Road Tests :: Bedouin Foundry Barbary Messenger
…e of the road. In the US, we drive on the right side, and subsequently, we bike on the right side as well. So when you’re riding your bike in the US, when you go to look over your left shoulder to check for vehicles approaching you from the rear, the shoulder strap is there at your shoulder. Normally, even with moderate loads, the shoulder strap doesn’t block your line of sight whatsoever (Below: Vision is no problem for a small load / photo taken…
Road Tests :: Chrome Ivan Roll-Top Part 1 & 2
…Best suited to: Big people – This is a wide pack that suits broad people. Bike people – It looks soooo good on a fixie, and can fit better than many packs in an office environment (it looks grown up). Me – I like it. – Not suited to: Little folk. Tech-heavy carry folk. – Any niggles? Just the stuff listed above. But there are no deal breakers there for me. I still like using the thing. – And breakages/issues? None. It’s been bomb-proof so far. –…
Same same, but different…
…art to understand the similarities. Here’s Gravis, Burton, Dakine, Ogio. – Bike Bike couriers are the new surfers… those relaxed ‘don’t give a f#&k’ crew that we all wish we were a little more like. So it’s no surprise that the bike lifestyle sporns bags that let you live a little more like a courier. These brands all do interesting roll-top packs, single strap bags, and have some street cred. We could list others, but these are our pick – Chrome,…
Road Tests :: Bagaboo Workhorse
…n’t noticed, cycling is going through something of a renaissance. And with bike messengers representing the most core cyclists, their bags have formed the blueprint for loads of companies to imitate (along with the EXPLOSION in street geared track bikes). There has been so many of these bag companies popping up that it’s hard to keep up with them all. But as we see it, they fall into two major categories: 1) Larger mass production companies, and 2…
Road Tests :: Timbuk2 Especial Tres
…omething akin to the Skunk Works division of Timbuk2. They listened to the bike messengers and commuters, those that spend time on the bike day in and day out, and they made a product that tries to meet all their needs. I am incredibly impressed with that they pulled off and I give them credit for taking this a step above their conventional products and having the courage to not allow customizations. Three sizes, two colors, take it or leave it. N…
A love affair | My Bailey Super Pro XL
…sacrificing the well collected patina my bag had acquired from hundreds of bike commutes, travel, hiking in National Forests, airplane floors, etc. Even a container of lunch exploding in the interior of the bag would warrant no more than a wiping with Simple Green. In the end, I succumbed and the bag was sent through the gentle cycle. I chalked it up to another unfortunate conclusion from my bike crash the previous day. My bag was going to look br…
Carry Retail Segments :: Cycling & Street
…st-oriented videos and images here. Wiggle Wiggle is an online retailer of bike parts and cycle accessories. The history of Wiggle originated with a small UK bike shop called Butlers Cycles, which gave rise to Wiggle due to its initial retail success. Wiggle ships to over 100 countries, with dedicated sites for a number of international countries. You can find out more about Wiggle and order information here. There’s a wide variety of bag styles t…
Best Specialist Carry Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…e Travel Bag Pro As cycling replaces golf for the world’s well off, better bike bags are finally replacing taped boxes and bubble wrap. With this Pro model, EVOC take their successful Bike Travel Bag, and pimp it. Lighter weight, new handles, better structure, better resolution, and even a detachable third wheel all help you fly your bike further and with more confidence. _________________________________________________________ Lexdray x TRJR Dru…
Best New Gear | May 2023
…es, and an extra webbing loop to secure front tires. The large size fits 6 bikes and the small size fits 5 bikes. It offers tool storage, an insulated cooler pocket, and cable lock accessibility. The Pint Bag offers a compact on-bike storage solution that attaches to a bike frame either through screws or a Velcro strap. Designed to hold essentials such as a spare tube, tire levers, and tire plugs, it comes in around the size of a beer can and feat…
9 Awesome Designers to Follow on Instagram
…products do you specialize in? Softgoods, accessories, daypacks, luggage, bike bags, outdoor packs…basically anything you use to organize your everyday essentials or that helps you get outside and enjoy your active life. What have you worked on that you’re proud of and can share with our community? As a whole, I’m really proud of the work I’ve done under the Thule brand over the last 11 years. I started working for Thule in 2012 when they were mo…
Exclusive Release | Manhattan Portage x Carryology REDUX
…ve been designed at their New York City studio. Nearly 40 years of street, bike, skate, and urban-ready pieces to choose from. As a team, trying to make sense of it all was difficult, until we narrowed in on the truest one thing, the key to Manhattan Portage’s identity, and innovation that made the brand big in New York, and then everywhere across the globe – they are the pioneers of the bicycle messenger. We’d design a piece to acknowledge Manha…
Manhattan Portage x Carryology | New York City REDUX
…ve been designed at their New York City studio. Nearly 40 years of street, bike, skate, and urban-ready pieces to choose from. As a team, trying to make sense of it all was difficult, until we narrowed in on the truest one thing, the key to Manhattan Portage’s identity, and innovation that made the brand big in New York, and then everywhere across the globe – they are the pioneers of the bicycle messenger. We’d design a piece to acknowledge Manha…
Our Favorite Japanese Bags Right Now
…e design also allows it to convert to a shoulder or cross-body bag for off-bike use too. And their cycle focus gets a subtle nod in the styling too, with a pattern that offers a geometric take on a bike wheel. Porter PS Camo Waist Bag (~US$191) Porter merges military and street wear influences in the PS Camo Waist Bag. The piece features a striking orange Woodland camo pattern, along with a flexible design that can be worn around the waist or cros…
Best Specialist Champion 2020
…ey nailed it with great interior organization utilizing a divider that keeps individual items tidy and quickly accessible from the get-go. There’s also plenty of space for shoes, a helmet, and bike tools. All in a tough build crafted with attention to detail. If you need to travel with bike gear, this duffel won’t disappoint. Fantastic work, Thule! –…
Buyer’s Guide: the Best Custom Backpack and Bag Makers
…d buckle preferences. Chrome Industries One of the original players in the bike carry scene, Chrome Industries have a legion of fans that appreciate their rugged durability and on/off bike versatility. And if you love custom pieces, there’s even more reason to dig Chrome. Pop into any of the Chrome Hubs and you’ll find talented custom sewers ready to help you create that badass bag you’ve been longing for. Whether you want to pick a particular col…
The Carry Awards :: road.cc Selects…
…bike gear, along with dishing the details on the latest cycling news. Now bike carry is a niche that requires careful consideration, with designs needing to accommodate for weather changes as well as comfort and load stability on two wheels. So as part of our Fifth Annual Carry Awards (and for a little voter inspiration), we reached out to the cycling experts to share their selections on top bike-friendly bags from 2016/2017… Showers Pass Utility…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part II
…pression panel that incorporates the ratcheting belt system found in their bike rack technologies. Pretty cool company story, if you ask me. In the way of technical packs Thule’s Guidepost and Capstone series are worth noting. The Guidepost is a full feature backpacking bag including adjustable suspension, a huge J-zip for main compartment access, a pivoting hip belt, and a truly great accessory pocket system built around a simple clip that allows…