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Week In Review ~ 1 June
…so you can keep your tech protected while minimizing your carry, plus the design facilitates airflow to prevent your device from overheating. Available in black and natural colorways, the handmade Peak incorporates South African Merino wool felt and Norwegian vegetable-tanned leather and accommodates the MacBook Air 13″ and MacBook 13″ Retina Display. Lexdray changes up the look for summer Summer is often a time that inspires people to change up…
Best New Gear | August 2021
…yling to the jean scene with their AEM272 Tech Stretch Jean. A five-pocket design that blends performance and style in one. Designed to embrace active use, it features stretch fabric, water and stain repellence, understated reflective detailing, reinforced rear pockets, and a zippered coin/phone pocket. So you can hop from your bike to the office without missing a beat. And for the ladies? A dedicated women’s design courtesy of the AEW270 Tech Str…
Triple Aught Design shop visit :: San Francisco, CA
…, or maybe not at all. I’ll never tell. As usual, I offer suggestions, bag designer to bag designer… and Dan has already thought of every single one of them, plus 300 variations of that idea. Dan personally tests each of the pack prototypes, loading them up with heavy weights and hiking for miles and miles to ensure proper comfort, fit, and functionality. He mentioned something similar to loading up 30 lbs and hiking 7 miles “just the other day”,…
Top 5: Best EDC 2020
…magnets to keep it locked shut. STRENGTHS Most technical build Innovative design Wins in X-Factor Prometheus Design Werx PB&J Tool The Prometheus Design Werx PB&J Tool sits in a unique position compared to all the other items in your pocket because everything it can do can also be done on a majority of other multi-tools too. But the PB&J Tool carves out its own category as the best pry tool because although other gear can do it, this is a dedicat…
Stocking Stuffers: Best 50 Gifts Under $50
…encil cases can sometimes make it hard to access items inside. But Bellroy designed their Pencil Case with a thoughtful fold-out design, creating easy access to individual items. Pull loops on either end make it easy to open and close, while the versatile design lends itself to stationery, small tech items, and a variety of EDC essentials too. Rumpl Beer Blanket Six-Pack (US$39) Cold brews are inviting. Cold hands? Not so much. Rumpl has a solutio…
Design Heads :: master-piece Japan
…like a little mystery to add to the appeal 😉 … Can you tell us about your design team? Who are the characters and what do they specialize in? Currently, our design team has 5 members who are 20-30’s men and women. Each member has a role in design like bags or accessories, but it doesn’t apply always. Are there any key insights that guide your stuff? What do you know that most others haven’t realized? We think it’s important to design what you thi…
The Evolution of the Elements :: Bellroy Interview
…hard to find ways to test our ideas quickly before even a full product is designed. We try to avoid designing the perfect product. Rather more hacking, testing ideas and combining them in cohesive ways. Exploration instead of invention. “What if we could do that and this and that? Would that work?” The prototyping, hacking, cutting, gluing directly on something physical and going back to the drafting table when necessary, and then back to the obj…
Carry Conversations :: Dana Gleason
…ot here – pretty much within an hour after you’re gone. Along the lines of design, how do you design new products? Do you use CAD programs like Rhino? The real core of it is thinking about the need of the user of the bag and what their expectations are going to be. When we are building something for the outdoor market or the lifestyle market, that’s quite a bit more difficult than when we are building for the military or the firefighters because i…
Interview with Francli
…h graduates of Falmouth University where we studied Performance Sportswear Design and Fashion Design respectively. In Falmouth we clicked on a shared love of Cornish beaches and terrible puns – most of our time away from the studio was spent scrambling around the local coastlines, shooting air rifles and building fires. We also connected on our obsession with Scandinavian design values, Japanese aesthetic theory and the rich history of military an…
Behind the Scenes of The Arc’teryx Brand
…he Arc’teryx ‘brand’ enter your design decisions? How different would your designs be if you were designing for yourself rather than for Arc’teryx? The brand’s high performance and high quality expectations drive design decisions here. Our purest design motivations and inspiration come from personal mandate but those must be filtered so we end up with commercially viable, mass producible gear with wide appeal. Designing for myself is different wit…
The Best ‘Made in the USA’ Backpack Brands of 2022
…om; huckberry.com GR1, $335: goruck.com GR2, $395: goruck.com Triple Aught Design Triple Aught Design build gear to help people live more adventurously. It’s reliable and adaptable gear that will get you through the task at hand, whether that’s scaling a summit or commuting to work. Based in Dogpatch, San Francisco, the brand has been one of constant progression. Experimenting with technical fabrics, modularity and expansion, their packs are some…
Arc’teryx Reddit AMA
…——————————————————————————- AMA Details: Carl: New Zealand born Industrial Designer Carl Moriarty is the Design Director for Apparel at Arc’teryx. For the past 6 years, he has been responsible for leading a talented, in-house design team, which continues to set industry standards in Design and Innovation. Carl grew up in the hills around Wellington, New Zealand, before moving to Australia and studying Industrial Design at Swinburne University. Aft…
What’s In My Bag Collection: Yoopack
…el that urban bag brands have momentum in the new brands. Boundary Supply, Peak Design and EVERGOODS are very cool and I always expect new designs. Was there anything from the past that you hesitated on that you would kill to have now? There are many, but the most regret is that I didn’t buy the Simplex for Osprey’s StraightJacket system. When I went to an outdoor goods store about 15 years ago, Osprey’s Simplex, the Arc’teryx Arro 22, and Arc’ter…
Oppermann London :: A New Move
…re removing from the collection. Design failure? This story is not fashion design related but it’s a funny design failure. Some summers ago, twiddling our thumbs in the Swedish countryside, Niklas and I attempted to build a flying drone. We thought that it couldn’t be that hard. So we built one. And it took off! But within seconds, and after a big crash, our drone was in smithereens. When the day comes, and I have enough time for these boyish proj…
The Evolution of Carry :: Interview with CO.ALITION
…he idea? Casey: We knew long ago, while fully immersed in the outdoor pack design, that we wanted to design urban packs; we just weren’t sure how it fit into the MHM scheme of things. We had a bunch of ideas for what we wanted to do as far as the functionality and aesthetic of the bag went, but it wasn’t until we were on a business trip in Japan that something clicked. We have done a lot of traveling since we started MHM and one day we were on a b…
Design Heads :: Interview with Barrett Willet (REI)
…esigning for yourself rather than for REI? Not that much. I love efficient designs and designs that help enhance the experience. I fold that philosophy into my designs because I think it’s appreciated by everyone. How similar are the designers in your team? Do you guys shoot for consistency or diversity? We’re a pretty diverse group, and I think that makes us stronger. Each of us brings something a little different to the conversation. What motiva…
Building Elite Camera Bags: An Interview with Ian Millar
…being able to fuel up without breaking your stride is a key element to our design theory. Our design leads to more energy to focus on creating images. With that said, I think one key aspect that makes us different than others is the fact that I am extremely hands-on with every aspect of the brand. I’m testing the bags regularly, but I am also in the factory tweaking them. I am familiar with every detail of the design but also the production side a…
Best Jackets for Summer Outdoor Adventures
…zippers, thin 1.6mm seam tape, full lamination… it’s a really good mix of design and technology. Design and Features Well, what’s the big deal? You’ve been using the Beta LT for years, right? Wrong! This is a completely new Beta LT. It’s not a refreshment, it’s a new jacket with new features. The new tricot backer technology feels a bit like the C-KNIT™ backer (from the Zeta LT, discontinued) but it’s thinner, so it transfers sweat even better to…
Knack Bags Expandable Knack Pack Review
…g the Knack Pack to other bags like the WANDRD PRVKE, the Aer Travel Pack, Peak Design Travel Backpack, Tortuga Outbreaker, etc. one can look at the exterior materials and conclude that the Knack looks and feels cheap. The unique exterior fabric is a victim of comparison because it’s different from what is usually used. Additionally, the material does make certain sounds, especially when constricting and expanding the luggage compartment that make…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC2 | The Samurai Rises
…lor, vibrant red. And then… we had the fabric printed with our own custom-designed Carryology geometric pattern called auxikko. Our design is directly inspired by the Japanese geometric pattern kikko, which is the word for samurai armor plates as well as the word for the pattern of a tortoise shell, both being visually similar to one another. Custom auxikko-printed high-vis samurai-red Cordura 500D nylon liner, done. SMOOTH AS SILK GORUCK’s zippe…
Human Interface: a Guide to Backpack Harness Innovation
…tions remain the same. We continue to walk along our path in the pursuit of survival and exploration, carrying what we need for a successful journey. Many thanks to Jayson Yagi for the above article. Jayson is an industrial designer and pack designer, with former clients including Igloo, Speck, and ReadyRig. He also served as Senior Product Developer at JanSport. Currently, Jayson is a Product Designer at Ruggable. Check out his website here….
This Biodegradable Luggage Might Be the Future of Hardcases
…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 Boris Berlin more than two years ago and immediately connected on the idea of bringing design and sustainability into the travel luggage industry. Together we visited numerous innovative material producers to…
Chicago Cut and Sewn: Interview with 1733
…way to get back to working with my hands. In college I enjoyed my labs and design projects the most. After graduating I started working in data analysis and database design and lost my physical connection to the things I was working on. Sewing interested me because I was thinking about sneakers and shoe design a lot and thought it would be a good way to build up skills to one day make my own shoes. After learning on—and breaking—a couple of home m…
The Best Shorts for Men for Summer 2022, Tested
…x Trunks Price: US$145 Carryology Credential: Sustainably-made surf shorts designed for peak performance on the waves It’s safe to say 11 times world surf champ and Outerknown founder Kelly Slater knows a thing or two about getting active in the water. So when he puts his mind to developing surf shorts, good things are coming. The Apex Trunks offer a host of useful performance features including four-way stretch, welded seams, and a smooth interio…
Fuller Foundry Duffel Review
…Others to Consider If you like the idea of a pack/duffel hybrid, check out Peak Design’s Travel Duffelpack. It provides backpack and duffel flexibility, with a standard 45L design that expands to 65L for when you really need to haul a lot of gear. And if you’re looking for general duffel inspiration or durable adventure pieces, our guide on the best duffels and our roundup of rugged adventure duffels are good places to start. Verdict For the price…
Struktur Event design conference 2015 & Giveaway Competition
…rom 6 May to 8 May in Portland, Oregon. The focus will be on the themes of Design Leadership and Design Communication, covering areas such as developing and sustaining creative teams, as well as navigating the selling environment successfully. A range of speakers with diverse backgrounds will be presenting this year including Jedd Rose, Founder and Creative Director for Topo Designs, Bryan Rees who is the Director of Design for the Backcountry eco…
Testing the Arc’teryx Granville Line
…finitely shifted. For the Granville line Katie explains there were six key design points. First, how can these bags be designed to allow for movement and efficiency while keeping a clean aesthetic? Second, how can the organization of all the bags be simplified while, third, allowing for ease of access? Fourth, and the team is very proud of this, how can high-quality suspensions be built that work for all body types, regardless of gender? Fifth, ho…
Colfax Design Works T.O.A.D. 13L Dry Lumbar Fast Pack Review
…Pack to the test… It has been interesting to see the progression of Colfax Design Works over the past few years, a soft goods design studio based in California, with a history of producing American-made gear that is tough as nails and built for exploring. If you remember them, the Recon Pack and its smaller follow-up the SDP_01 were pretty amazing packs – designed for motorcycle commutes and built with black X-Pac and their custom MOLLE-style A.M….
Carry Evolution :: The Shrine
…the concept of this original product. At the time, I was working freelance designing footwear and was designing an outsole. I thought to myself, wouldn’t it be cool to display sneakers on the wall in such a way where the outsole was a focal point. Originally thinking it would be great for retail stores, I really wanted to target sneaker collectors (or sneakerheads). The ones who wanted to showcase their collection at home, the sneakers they would…
5 Minutes with Farrah Design
…. Tailfeather are another group doing awesome work – really strong, smooth design, and their craftsmanship is outstanding. They also design some of their own hardware. Are there any things other brands do that you think are great or could be improved? Anybody who is getting their ideas out there is great in my mind, especially those concentrating on items that are functional, made to last and beautiful. To me that’s the design trifecta. What’s nex…