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Week In Review ~ 29 September
…ne just that with their Chrome Tokyo series. The series features a Citizen messenger and Yalta rolltop with design detail by master Japanese tattooist Horitoshi1, providing a fantastic blend of style and functionality. Freewheeling fashion A bag that suits cyclists and fashionistas alike – does such a creature exist? Well, yes, actually. The Brooks Piccadilly Knapsack is sleek and streamlined which is useful for cyclists but its chic style also ma…
Road Tests :: BOgear – Chunky Toad
…f the backpack is a great addition which has seen previous use in BOgear’s messenger range, a d-lock sleeve. This allows you to tuck your lock away into your bag securely and not have it bash against your other items in your bag. Plus you’re not testing fate by letting it stick out of your back pocket. Also on the front panel for the standard model are four strips of webbing. I am a big fan of webbing. I find that it can be a dealbreaker for me an…
Week In Review ~ 1 December
…th a thousand words. Well there’s no denying that the Chari & Co. x Porter messenger is a pretty cool way to showcase what is essentially a photographic history of the all-things-bike-related brand Chari & Co. The messenger comes in three sizes and is not complex in design – a few interior pockets, a reflective strip and a shoulder strap are among the main features – but the imagery on the bag is constructed out of 175 photos of the brand’s family…
5 Minutes w/ Silas Grant
…nnual 2012 Carry Awards (“best work messenger” category) for their Barbary messenger bag, news which is brand new and hot off the presses. Silas Grant is a lot of fun to chat with, he’s always positive and with something surprising and interesting to say. That being said, it was painfully obvious we had to do a “5 Minutes w/” series with him. Love the idea for their new shop space that he discusses below. I know I’ll personally be making a visit,…
Week In Review ~ 16 February
…ck. – MW works the work look – If you’re a fan of Mission Workshop’s Rummy messenger (or a tempted first-time buyer) then either stop reading now or prepare to make an addition to your collection with a waxed canvas version. In addition to the 10 oz waxed canvas, the messenger incorporates Mission Workshop’s Arkiv closure system and VX liner. Of course, additions don’t come for free and there’s a $100 difference between the original and waxed canv…
Interview w/Shai Levy
…sthetic and functional point of view. It might not be the most functional or the most comfortable backpack out there, but it is beautiful and unique. As for a messenger bag – I love our Gustav bag. I would choose it over any other messenger out there….
Week In Review ~ 27 April
…some Source: http://www.manhattanportage.com/catalog/product_info.php/bike-messenger-bag-xlg-p-422?osCsid=d1c16973fd4139aa2c139752a32a313a#!tab2 Sometimes you just need to be able to haul a lot of stuff – on a bike. The New York carry brand Manhattan Portage decided to take on the task of catering to this need via their 1620 bike messenger that offers 63.5 liters of space for hauling ’til your heart’s content. If you’re after waterproofness, you’r…
Interview with Eric Fischer :: Inside Line Equipment
…r or what my friends think could be improved. I have no interest in making messenger bags because there are already ten thousand messenger bags. I know that with backpacks I can keep making them better and keep getting inspired. What key challenges do you face with your product? I have so many ideas for different bags to make, I just don’t have time to develop them all. I get so excited about new product ideas, but have to balance that with runnin…
Danny P. ‘Introduction’ Giveaway
…acco) and Black. Designed to turn heads while being highly functional, the messenger fits a MacBook Air or a MacBook Pro up to 15 inches, as well as an iPad. Inside are loops for a bottle and umbrella, three pockets and a pen holder. The exterior of the messenger features a zippered pocket for quick-access items, while top handles and a removable shoulder strap provide carry options. This stylish bag looks sharp during business meetings, in the ai…
Travel Tip :: Airport Lockers are Lifesavers
…ck with them. I had some serious luggage (shown above); my DEFY Bags Recon messenger bag filled up and weighing in around 15 lbs (carry-on bag 1 of 1), my Billykirk No. 166 Carryall swallowed up enough gear to easily weigh 30+ lbs (free checked bag 1 of 2), and one extremely massive bag given to me from the factory, filled up with a minimum of 12 different large and medium-sized bag prototypes to bring home to the U.S. (free checked bag 2 of 2). T…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015 :: Recap Part II
…enger bag company. They still have their bread and butter: the three-panel messenger bag, but half their showing was a more grown-up side. Their booth was large and had bright lights, large walls with hanging bags, multiple tables to chat, and even a dedicated tailor station where custom bags were being sewn up. Overall, what we are seeing is use of more luxe materials (cotton, leather), and very subdued and minimalist branding. Their Especial Mes…
Ogden Made ‘Introduction’ Giveaway
…as an important railway hub). Constructed out of 1000D Cordura, this tough messenger is equally ready for outdoor adventure and getting down to business in the office. The exterior pocket rocks a No. 5 YKK® AquaGuard® zipper to protect the contents from rain and snow, along with a convenient key hook, while a mix of other handy pockets keep your bits and pieces in order, from tech gadgets such as an iPad Mini or similar-sized tablet, to pens, cabl…
The Hunt Continues :: Viska Fora Backpack
…to all of my commuting needs. True I could have switched between my Chrome messenger bag and a Viska pack, if its functionality proved to be lacking. But switching bags is a real royal pain. So I had to hold off on this purchase. Not having to switch bags because of its styling or functionality is a major plus in my book. I’m not a date around kind of bag person. I like to stick with one pack for a while and really see if it’s a pack I can live wi…
The Hunt for the Perfect Bike Bag
…this: whatever was free, Dank Bags, Chrome Bags, and the kitty litter bag messenger bags my fellow school mate was selling from his alleyway garage apartment. In the end I purchased a Chrome backpack… The Falcon I think it was, or whichever bag in that family that was medium in size. I chose Chrome for its noted durability and its relatively unobtrusive “classic” look. Second problem: Proper fit After a few uses however I discovered this wasn’t t…
Design Heads :: Alec Farmer (Trakke)
…dea for a new innovation in carry? I designed the side pockets on the Mule messenger bag because I needed a good place to stash a sausage roll without taking my bag off. Does that count? Haha, maybe. Where else? Do you get a lot of ideas in the shower or the corner market foraging for organic dragon fruit? I wish I knew. Normally, ideas just pop up out of nowhere – just the seed of an idea, but enough to start developing it. I tend to find my brai…
CORDURA :: The Business of Fabrics
…buk2 who recently launched their new and improved 25th Anniversary Classic Messenger bag featuring our latest CORDURA Lite Plus fabric. Additionally, this year we announced our first Durable Design Achievement award. This award was presented to Jeff Knight and Dan Cruikshank, co-founders of Granite Gear, and recognizes their commitment to crafting high performance, innovative products. Their Quetico Canoe Portage Pack made with CORDURA Lite fabric…
Andy Mann Interview :: Adventure Photographer
…denim. I’d like to see bags last longer and show signs of wear. I dig the messenger style bags. There are a few jobs I do every year where I don’t want a backpack and I’ll bring a messenger bag. Like if I’m at a show shooting music I like to have something that I can have over the shoulder that I can open quickly and take a shot and then walk away. They work great for events or music, not so much in the field. I love the four bags in my range but…
Week In Review ~ 13 April
…ut of nylon US Postal Service mail bags with a waterproof TPU lining. Each messenger bag is unique thanks to the unique wear and print of the mail bags and offers plenty of external and internal organization to accommodate different carry needs. Tote some color in your EDC Hopping to another new brand but this one based in Denver, Katina is a women-focused carry brand that offers a collection of multifunctional tote bags and sleeves which add a bu…
Week In Review ~ 16 March
…ffice style Navigating the world of work carry can be a tricky task when it comes to pieces that are functional and stylish enough to be carried around the office but also versatile enough to be slung on your back for easy carrying or bike commuting. ACME’s new PEAK messenger bag-backpack aims to cater to all these needs and is exactly what it sounds like – a bag that can be carried as a messenger or a backpack. There’s plenty of interior pocketin…
Week In Review ~ 19 October
…ime. The Freddie Utility Pack offers some carrying flexibility either as a messenger or as a backpack, with a padded interior section that will accommodate a 15-inch laptop. If you like the looks but want more of a briefcase style, check out the Freddie Work Bag. Timbuk2 gets down to business with a new collection Some things get better with age…whisky…classic cars…and according to Timbuk2, their Distilled Collection. This collection is a rather d…
Week In Review ~ 28 September
…y enthusiast who has every bag they could possibly need. Putting a cycling messenger through its paces Umming and ahhing over whether to purchase the Timbuk2 Especial Messenger but want to know how it handles? While you might not be able to try before you buy, you can still get a good idea if it’s the cycling bag for you courtesy of our road test. We gave it a friendly shove into the frenzy of our road testing and you can see whether it was able t…
Unveiling the Arc’teryx LEAF Courier Bag 15
…k, as that zipper adds even more water resistance to the whole system. The messenger-style flap plus a zippered lid creates two levels of protection for important items inside. Awesome. One additional note, I personally believe all zippers should go left to right. The zipper slider being on the left when the zipper is closed and then pull it to the right to open it. Apparently the designers at Arc’teryx think so too. Cleverly, they made it so when…
Week In Review ~ 24 July
…ccessories like the Laggan pouch and Foulden packing cubes. The collection also updates earlier pieces, with offerings such as the Bairn Mk2 messenger and Wee Lug Mk2 messenger. Add to Anti-Banner…
Best New Gear :: June 2017
…(7.7 lbs), with the series set for a Spring 2018 release. SDR Traveller M1 Messenger The SDR Traveller M1 Messenger is designed to serve as a low-key, tough bag for urban adventures. Crafted by hand in California, the bag is made with lightweight, weatherproof and durable Expedition Grade Dyneema® composite fabric. Light padding on the base and back helps protect gear while increasing user comfort, with a choice of configurations to suit left and…
Week In Review ~ 30 April
…storage for camera gear, a laptop, and personal items. The Bowden is a 20L messenger bag with a rolltop opening, a variety of pockets for organization, plus a quick-access laptop sleeve. Rounding out the weatherproof collection is the 5L Camera Insert & Waist Bag, which includes a foldaway hipbelt and adjustable inserts and can be used as a standalone bag or in conjunction with the pack or messenger. Built for everyday adventures . Trakke have wel…
The CORDURA® + The Brown Buffalo Collab :: Interview with Douglas Davidson
…and CORDURA® 500D fabric to create a carry-all tote bag, trekking pack and messenger bag. The guiding design goals were simplicity, durability and functionality. I considered the features I’d want on a family outing. The tote works well for a trip to the beach, with plenty of space for the essentials and a water-resistant laminated bottom. The smaller trekking pack and messenger bag are great for city or outdoor day trips. “I like it because it’s…
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017 Recap
…enient access to all your gear. Also part of the line is the Bowden Camera messenger pack with a slick rolltop opening. To complete this well-designed series is the M330 Camera insert that works well as an on-the-go camera bag but also fits inside the Marsden pack. . . . . In addition to the larger bags they have added a few accessories for making travel easier, including the M332 Miles Wash Bag, M336 Smith Utility Pouch and M333 Travel Wallet. Pl…
Week In Review ~ 20 November
…eryday items including space for a 13″ laptop. The small Manfrotto Windsor Messenger holds a Premium Compact System Camera with an attached standard zoom lens plus a 70-200/4 and an additional lens, as well as a tablet. The medium messenger fits a medium DSLR with up to a 70-200/2.8 mm lens attached plus two to three extra lenses and a 15″ laptop. See the full collection here. A multifunctional bag that goes with the flow Need a bag that can go fr…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part I
…tic as usual. Currently saving my pennies. Arc’teryx also introduced a new messenger to its line, the FYX 13. This messenger has a wonderfully clean exterior, extremely water-resistant AC² material on the flap, and pockets-a-plenty. It holds a 15″ laptop and also comes in a smaller version designed to hold a 13″ laptop. Goal Zero Collaborating with OtterBox, Goal Zero was able to create the Slide Battery that works in conjunction with OtterBox’s u…
Outdoor Retailer Carry Awards :: Summer Market 2016
…designed camera accessories. The real gamechanger was last year’s Everyday Messenger bag which raised $4.8M on Kickstarter, making it the most successful bag product ever. I reviewed that bag and what surprised me was how many pieces of clever design were assembled in one spot. If other companies have a killer feature that is the star of their bags, Peak Design bags are an all-star team. This year, they launched four new bags (a backpack in two si…