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Design Heads :: Derick Noffsinger
…game for a long time. What’s the most important thing you’ve learned about design? Design requires teamwork. Any project I’ve touched that has been relatively successful has required a team of people much smarter than me alone. Design to me isn’t sitting alone and sketching or even building, it’s more about getting people excited about something and chasing after that goal together. And secondly, what have you learned about the carry industry as a…
Design Heads :: Alec Farmer (Trakke)
…ame. I kinda wish we lived back in the 70’s – in the golden era of outdoor design – when people were making real waves designing the first ever internal frame pack, or the first ever integrated waist belt. At Trakke, we just try and make beautiful packs that work. No frills. No marketing bullshit. Just the basics, done well. What materials do you most like to work with? Are there any new materials you’re experimenting with? Anything that will brea…
The Best Snowboarding Gear, Tested 2021
…policy. Not only do they work for your extra traction needs, their fold-up design allows them to be used as lifting blocks too. I’m seriously impressed by these, the design, the size, and the ease of use. If you’re an adventurer of any kind, these should live in your car all year round. YETI Camino Carryall Tote Bag This YETI tote is just plain useful in a variety of different ways. It has become a “must bring” item. The ThickSkin shell is close t…
Best Tote Bags for Work 2020
…de with sustainably produced fabric and environmentally certified leather. Peak Design Everyday Tote (US$149.95) Peak Design’s signature mix of clever features, urban-friendly style and adaptable functionality come together in a revamped version of their Everyday Tote. A magnetic and zippered closure gives you the option to alternate between fast access or added security. The internal organization is on point too, offering a variety of pockets and…
Best New Gear | August 2023
…ter option allowing you to attach the buckle to a bag without sewing. Snow Peak Recycled Titanium Aurora Bottle Snow Peak have introduced their first recycled titanium product in the form of the eye-catching Recycled Titanium Aurora Bottle. The anodized titanium bottle has been designed in collaboration with Nippon Steel and includes a recycled plastic bottle cap as well. The titanium construction means you can avoid unpleasant aftertastes sometim…
Best Work Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ly shaped items. _________________________________________________________ Peak Design Everyday Tote The Peak Design Everyday Tote really pushes the boundaries of what a tote can achieve, offering a host of useful features such as customizable organization with FlexFold dividers, a simple and quick magnetic closure, dual side panel access, a laptop sleeve and interior pockets, plus exterior carry options for bulky items. Versatile enough to suit a…
12 Stylish EDC Gifts for the Holidays
…its tough 500D Cordura construction isn’t afraid to tackle demanding use. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L (US$190) Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack Zip provides a simpler take on their Everyday Backpack, while still offering the great access, low-key aesthetics and versatile functionality their carry is known for. The pack’s 270-degree zipper offers top and side access to gear, while a variety of pockets and customizable dividers tailor setu…
Best Active Backpack Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ously in a way that makes sense. It’s just so darn smart. Congratulations, Peak Design. You’ve built a game changer. ________________________________________________________ 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 honor, we bow our heads in the utmost r…
The Best Travel Backpacks for Business 2019
…ions: 17.7″ x 12.6″ x 6.7″ (L x W x H) Best Camera Bag for Work and Travel Peak Design Travel Backpack (US$299.95) Flexibility is often key when traveling with camera gear. And that’s exactly what the Peak Design Travel Backpack delivers. The 35L pack can expand to 45L for larger loads or compress to 30L for smaller loads or daypack use. Dual side access along with front and back panel access lets you easily reach gear throughout the bag, with a c…
An Interview With Attitude Supply
…rinted and kept on the design board, but the 10th is especially true: Good design is as little design as possible. Editor’s Note: Michele announces the wait time for each project when he opens pre-orders, which are usually around 3-4 months. Due to the current situation surrounding the COVID-19 virus, things are a bit more unpredictable but he is eager to resume where ATD Supply left off. Complex products like the ATD1 are always launched through…
The Evolution of the GWA Citadel
…tion. Arguably, the most notable change between the packs comes with the redesigned shoulder straps. GWA experimented with this design update in the Short Bus and has moved to the same wider, more padded, edgeless design which overall was a good move, but with one major caveat. The straps are still lined with Tweave material, found on previous generations, for comfort and stability on your shoulder. But the wider padding area aids with the overall…
Core77 Ultralight series :: Part 4
…urrent design team consists of myself, Dan, Scott, Wade, Associate Product Designer Ben Landry, and a design intern, David. That’s us in a nutshell right now. In the near future we’re hoping to hire our intern as an associate product designer, and hire another senior level graphic designer, and we’re always going to do the intern program every summer. Walk me through your design process. We’ve been very fortunate to work with a number of athletes…
The Best Modular Backpacks
…s a MOLLE-compatible grid as well as two mesh pockets on the reverse side. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Kickstarter’s most funded bag and Carry Award winner, the Everyday is a pack that can flex from photography work to daily duties with ease. Mostly thanks to three FlexFold dividers that create modular internal origami-style shelves. Position them as needed and remove them when you don’t. Load them up when you need to shoot. And take them out wh…
The Best Camera Backpacks Buyer’s Guide 2019
…of top and back access for conveniently and quickly getting to your gear. Peak Design Everyday Backpack (from US$ 259.95) Peak Design’s innovative Everyday Backpack excels in both everyday and photography use. FlexFold dividers and a variety of pockets let you easily organize gear on the go, complemented by dual side access and top access. The pack can expand when you need to carry a little extra, and comes in 20L and 30L options. Smart enough fo…
The Best Weekender and Duffel Bags for Every Traveler 2022
…ir. Check it out for your next trip through the mountains or to the coast. Peak Design Travel Duffel Price: $129.95/$169.95 Capacity: 35L/65L Carryology Credential: Excellent recycled materials, packs flat, understated style. Now in two sizes – 35L and 65L – Peak Design has a duffel for every situation. A large cavity, flanked by useful organization makes this a travel duffel that is hard to ignore in a crowded marketplace. A 600D recycled nylon o…
Outdoor Retailer :: Winter Market Recap
…, sexy way. Yeah, I said sexy. I want a GoPro just so I can demo this kit. Peak Design I ran into the folks from Peak Design everywhere. On day one, founder Peter Dering witnessed the sad state of affairs with my “round the neck” style carry, and offered one of his “Slide” camera straps as a replacement. I took him up on the offer, and had a better show because of it. As a Carryologist, I was disappointed in myself for not knowing better, or seeki…
The Best Snowboarding and Ski Backpacks of 2023
…snow packs – Helmet holder can be difficult to unhook Mystery Ranch Saddle Peak Pack (US$219) The updated 25L Saddle Peak is aimed at day-long ski touring adventures, with Mystery Ranch’s signature burly functionality well on display. The external reinforcement panel with 840d nylon and a tough Carbonite coating pairs with upgraded 320d NP Phantom Ripstop fabric with a wax coating, helping the pack tackle demanding use while shedding snow and wate…
Best Accessory Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…______________________________________________ Peak Design Field Pouch The Peak Design Field Pouch is a well resolved pouch for small accessories. But the real magic comes from the adaptability Peak’s attachment systems give. Click on a strap and you have a shoulder bag. Attach the Capture system and you have quick release. And all this without compromising the basics of a well resolved accessory pouch. ____________________________________________…
Best New Gear | February 2022
…ll-received industry-wide. People sat up and took notice, people like Snow Peak. Last year, they released a collaboration blanket that combined Snow Peak’s legendary Takibi fire-resistant fibers with Rumpl’s lightweight recycled insulation. This is the perfect piece for firepits and camping, and is worth keeping in the car too! With a useful carrying case (including aluminum buckles) it’s time to step up your blanket game! Hyperlite Mountain Gear…
Rain, Snow, Humidity or Dust :: Tips to Protect Camera Gear
…your jacket! Rain / Snow / Dust For most extreme conditions I always use a Peak Design Shell to protect my camera. They are great at keeping rain and dust off your gear without compromising ease of use. Essentials Of course, like most, I’ve used plastic bags and tape to keep my camera gear dry! But now with companies like Peak Design making awesome rain covers it’s way easier than a makeshift cover. I do always keep a bag cover and the shield in m…
Turn Your Backpack into a Camera Bag with These Inserts
…access, configurable dividers, and a choice of top and side carry handles. Peak Design Camera Cubes V2 (from US$ 49.95) These new, updated camera cubes from Peak Design are the perfect match to any of your Peak Design bags or otherwise. Coming now in five sizes to fit extra-small to large setups, each cube features a water resistant zippered closure and side access hatches on the large and medium sizes for quick access to your most used gear. Sinc…
Showstoppers: The Best Gear from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019
…Travel Tripod Currently sitting at over $7M on their Kickstarter campaign, Peak Design is back once again to disrupt the market. This time they have their sights set on the tripod industry, and their first offering is an exercise in elegance. They managed to get it to pack down compactly by redesigning the legs to fit together better and deploy quicker with fast deploy cam levers. They also designed their own ball head with quick camera attach and…
Week In Review ~ 2 August
…e will still be going strong. Versatile camera bag scores peak achievement Peak Design have enjoyed great success with Kickstarter, but nothing quite like their latest campaign for the Peak Design Everyday Messenger. The most successful campaign of its category in the history of Kickstarter, it blazed past its funding goal in less than two hours after it launched and has already well surpassed the million-dollar mark. So what’s making it so popula…
What to Pack When You’re Traveling to Nepal
…item going down each of the five columns in the photo, from left to right. Peak Design Medium Packing Cube: All my clothes fit into this. All of them. Moisture-wicking and odor-resistant shirts and underwear can really minimize your clothes. I’ve tried some merino wool but have found that I prefer the lululemon Silverscent Metal Vent shirts, their T.H.E. Sock Silver, and ExOfficio’s Give-N-Go Boxer Briefs. Along with my Royal Robbins Alpine Road t…
The 7 Best Camera Sling Bags to Buy in 2023
…y drone in when on my bike as the strap layout and stability are stellar. Peak Design Everyday Sling V2 10L (US$159.95) Material: 400D double poly-coated DWR nylon canvas Zippers: Weatherproof Ultra Zips Stabilization Strap: No Tripod Straps: Yes Like always, Peak Design has lived up to their industry-leading standards. The construction is beautiful, and the design is sleek and functional. Even without a stability strap, this carries well. But…
Best New Gear | March 2022
…ched earlier this month. Building on the success of the original LifeStraw design, the Peak Collection features six models, offering durability and versatility in lightweight compact carrying options. The Personal Water Filter Straw, Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System (in both 650 ml and 1L sizes), 3L and 8L Gravity Water Filter System, and the 8L Gravity Water Filter + Water Storage Bag. Most of the collection is available in two colo…
Week In Review ~ 6 December
…ion comes with the drawbacks of cumbersome access and weighty designs. The Peak Design Shell is a sleek and lightweight alternative that protects your camera from the elements and abrasion while still allowing quick access so you don’t miss that great shot. The Shell is constructed out of a DWR-coated stretchy fabric with a waterproof membrane and comes in three sizes to suit different cameras. It offers variable cinching on either end and provide…
19 Best Keychain Flashlights for Everyday Carry (EDC)
…water-resistant rating and comes with an included reversible pocket clip. Peak Eiger Keychain Flashlight (from US$49.95) If you like a little customizability in your flashlights, check out the Peak Eiger Keychain Flashlight, which offers a range of options to tailor it to your preferences. The Cree XPG white LED comes in three white tint output options including Cool White, Neutral White, and High CRI. You also have a choice of body styles and bo…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Accessory Results
…he understated style works equally well for travel, business or leisure. – Peak Design Slide Camera Strap Considering how expensive cameras can be, you want to be sure your strap will safely hold your gear. However, you also want the flexibility to use your camera in different ways – after all, that perfect shot waits for no one so you need to be ready when it appears. The Peak Design Slide camera strap can be used as a neck strap, shoulder strap…
Week In Review ~ 22 June
…of gear gets carted around by a cheap, poorly functioning piece of carry. Peak Design wants to change that with their new camera carry collection incorporating the Slide camera strap, the Clutch hand strap and the Anchor Links connection system that works with any camera strap. Designed to be highly versatile, efficient and stylish, the collection aims to make using your camera a joy rather than a pain. Peak Design launched a Kickstarter campaign…