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5 Key Elements :: Designing the SLICKS Travel System
…, so we selected ITW-Nexus buckles, which have a stellar reputation in the industry for their durability. “…we’ve made the travel backpack equivalent to an IKEA modular wardrobe system that the user can set up according to their needs to organize their clothes.“ Life can be cruel to well-loved backpacks; we want our users to know their Slicks can go anywhere and can take any level of beat-down and still remain standing. We created the Slicks Trave…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part II
…as said at Product Underground. The most inspiring thing about the outdoor industry is the contagiousness of the entrepreneurial spirit. This year’s topic was “Giving Back” and if you didn’t leave that amphitheater ready to serve in some faculty of the word, you weren’t listening. We heard wonderful key notes by folks like Bryan Papé, founder and CEO of Miir, who implored the audience, “What is my legacy?” And the empowering Ross Evans, founder an…
Away Travel Carry-On Review :: Road Test
…, for starters, it’s about options and it’s about changing to adapt to the modern traveler; features like built-in USB charging, integrated TSA-approved locks, and clever organization. It’s also about vibrant colorways and the agility to pivot quickly and introduce new lines or collaborations. I wanted to know what all the fuss was about, and late last year Away was kind enough to send me their Carry-On to try out. The model I tried is their Carry…
Crafted Goods: Behind the Brand
…ompared with foams (popularly called ‘Jumbolon’), commonly used in the bag industry,” adds Ralph. In terms of their most popular items, the Simplon and the Cubly remain the brand’s watershed varieties, which Ralph puts down to the simplicity of the bags’ designs, and a sound balance of aesthetics and functionality. The 18L Simplon works great as both a daily commuter bag and travel companion, with multiple pockets keeping your gear tidy and easily…
The Most Popular Bags, Backpacks and Gear of 2019
…ng, built for the daily grind, and providing thoughtful organization, it’s modern functional minimalism done right. Rofmia Shift Series Japanese brand Rofmia caused serious carry cravings with their Shift Series. A range of bags that brings Japanese streetstyle, technical materials, artisan build quality and versatility together to tackle a variety of carry needs. The lightweight durability of Dyneema combined with urban-friendly aesthetics makes…
5 Small Boutique EDC Brands to Watch
…rld, having worked as a softgoods designer across the sports and lifestyle industry. But his strong desire to not just design but also make goods himself led to the founding of this British brand. Based in Manchester, the Ancoats Bag Company is a means by which John can design, prototype and make gear in-house. And the Tote Project is the star of the show. A build-to-order bag designed to accommodate demanding urban lifestyles. The multifunctional…
Japan’s Doubles Black Brings Leather and Style to Everyday Carry
…ears in the carry industry. And you don’t welcome over two decades in this industry unless you’re doing something right. Harvest Label’s fine-tuned balance of quality construction, functional design and enticing aesthetics have established them as a brand you need to know. And that’s where the Harvest Label North America collection comes in. It’s based on various sub-brands sold in Japan, giving a more global audience an introduction to the brand….
Best New Gear: October 2020
…kward situation due to the amount of waste that is produced by the textile industry for production, as well as the microfiber/plastic shedding that comes as a result of just wearing the very clothes produced by said industry. This irony is not lost on Houdini and they have teamed up with Polartec to produce the Mono Air Houdi, which uses Polartec’s Power AirTM fabric – the first 100% recyclable and circular fabric technology that is designed to re…
Oregon Manifest | Utility Bikes
…icks). As an example of the help involved, the UOO students were guided by industry guns from Ziba design and Nike’s Innovation Kitchen. Rob Tsunehiro and Silas Beebe scored second overall, with a pedal creation borrowing the sort of features normally found on a giant motor scooter/cruiser. There’s a pillion seat, saddle bags and even a front platform, which would let you dink a whole football team and their gear back from the pub on a Saturday ni…
Carry Conversations :: Dana Gleason
…ng backpacks for five years, and was coming up with a lot of the basis for modern camera bags. We started out Mojo Systems the same year that Lowepro started out, we were neck and neck for the first two years there before they went overseas and we did not. We kept building for professionals. We built some of the early computer bags and bags for video gear and a lot of protective equipment. That is where we came up with most of the materials we use…
Bodypacks :: Interview with Aarn Tate
…women. So it is not accurate to quote the 20% figure now. . Aarn today The modern Bodypack Floating carry – The modern front pockets ‘float’ above the waist belt, standing up from it rather than hanging from the shoulder straps. This is achieved by a sliding attachment to the straps, and a stay for the pocket. . Hip anchoring – The rear pack’s weight is guided to the sides of your hip belt, rather than into the back of your hip belt. This creates…
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017 Recap
…d they have given a facelift to the entire line, giving these packs a more modern look. They have also paid special attention to women’s fit by adjusting the torso height and harness shape to better fit women’s body shapes. . . . More fashionable additions to the Black Hole series include a tote bag and mini summit style pack, while the popular Ascensionist series has been updated to improve features and now has a more bold ripstop nylon paired wi…
Why Minimalist Design? :: Ucon Acrobatics Interview
…le trend, minimalism is continuing to rise. Why do you think it appeals to modern folks? In the western world we are saturated. We do not really need more new products. We have too much of everything. Many people try to get rid of goods which have no meaning to them. Often they notice that the products they want to keep are the ones which have a minimalistic approach. It avoids being fashionable and therefore never appears antiquated. Minimalism c…
Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…anch create some of the burliest packs around. But they’ve also shaped the industry with game-changing features such as their 3-ZIP and their OVERLOAD™ feature, previously restricted to hunting and military packs. Now you can enjoy both features in a bag tailored to general outdoor and mountaineering use. Designed to comfortably support loads up to 150 lbs, the Terraframe 3-Zip 50 not only supports heavy loads but bulky, awkwardly-shaped items too…
Best New Gear: October 2019
…ment for larger items. Tanner Goods Konbu Collection Tanner Goods offers a modern take on technical performance with their Konbu collection. Built for demanding use, the collection is made with a Japanese milled fabric combining Cordura 500D nylon fibers with a DWR finish for lightweight durability and weather protection. The collection includes the Koru Rucksack, Voyager Daypack, Simple Tote and Dopp Kit. And with their understated aesthetics you…
One-Bag Travel: What to Pack for Austria
…untain. Lastly, bring Euros! Many places only accept cash, even seemingly modern locales won’t take a credit card. Yet, when they do, many accepted NFC phone payments, which was great. Packing List Carry: Knack Pack Large Aer Day Sling 2 Arcido Aro Packable Daypack The large Knack Pack proved to be a stellar choice for my use case. Its light weight and size kept me from needing to check it in when Austrian Airlines’ draconian weight restriction…
Fly Prepared: Travel-Friendly EDC Gear
…performance apparel, equipment, and accessories are most certainly for the modern adventurer. I strongly recommend taking a long hard look at all of their offerings as they lend themselves so well to preparedness and therefore travel. While PDW gear has become a backbone of my carry system as of late, many other companies are also killing it in the travel game. I have highlighted several of these offerings that regularly find their way into my po…
Tom Bihn Paragon Design Lab and Guide’s Edition Review
…sh tabs and a gear loop at the bottom. The Design Lab version is a perfect modern take on a no-frills urban backpack. It easily accommodates large laptops and blends into the crowd. Construction, Materials and Hardware Despite looking very simple and minimalistic, the Tom Bihn Paragon throws a serious punch when it comes to materials and build. The Design Lab Paragon comes in two fabric combinations – 525 Ballistic Nylon/200 Halcyon and 400 Halcyo…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
…laced on this elegant pattern, and it creates a unique yet under-the-radar modern-day messenger. This leather body is upgraded with X-Pac® UVX40 for the liner and finished with hardware that is a mix of Fidlock® magnetic snap closures and an AustriAlpin Cobra Pro buckle on the strap. The internal removable laptop sleeve is a mix of felt, leather, and YKK® zippers. There is not an expense spared with this construction and it is immediately noticeab…
Road Tests :: Haglöfs RYGGSÄCK N:o 1
…best option for anyone with a budget constraint. Looks A mix of clean and modern, with heritage cuts and elements contrasted with technical fabrics. The leather is amazing and will age with grace. All hardware has a brass feel to it and uses incredibly simple mechanics; these simple mechanics will help enhance the longevity of the pieces. It is also zip and (of course) Velcro-free. Any of those elements which age poorly or are prone to breakage h…
Drive By :: QWSTION Overnighter (Special Edition)
…op). Laying snug beside that is a Neoprene iPad sleeve because if you’re a modern business-type you’re going to be lugging your tech in deuces, right? And three inner zip pockets of varying sizes to take those smaller things needed for overnighters like toothbrushes and roll-on deodorant and sip-sized whiskey for a cheeky nightcap. The Not So Good This was QWSTION’s first step into leather, and, hey, we were excited to hear it. But when crew ventu…
Bag Collectors :: Tony Held
…one tells. *List of bags: Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamers (early 1970’s) & Modern Day Murakami x Louis Vuitton “Monogramouflage” Duffel (2008) Vertical: Vintage Goyard Trunk (early 1920’s), bottom: Vintage Goyard Trunk (early 1900’s), white: Modern Goyard Trunk Vintage Goyard Trunk (early 1900’s) Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamers visvim Backpacks (left: Red, center: KAWS, right: Olive) Acronym Messenger Bag, 3rd Arm, and Concealable MB Air + iPhone S…
Best Work Backpack Finalists (Pool A) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…verlane Modern Commuter With its clean exterior and handy organization the Modern Commuter suits a range of work and play environments alike. The padded laptop sleeve fits a 15″ laptop and smaller items can be stashed within a choice of pockets. Everlane also stands out for its transparent pricing, and this pack is a great budget-friendly option. _________________________________________________________ Trakke Assynt 17 The Assynt 17 updates vinta…
Step up Your EDC Game with These Boutique Pens and Pencils
…iterative and continual improvement nature of design and development. The Modern Fuel Mechanical Pencil 2.0 from Austin-based designer Andrew Sanderson is no different, improving on V1 in a number of ways. The new version now sports a click mechanism designed in-house, with no plastic parts. Speaking of mechanism, the whole thing is replaceable, meaning you can swap between three lead sizes (0.5, 0.7, 0.9 mm). The tip is now retractable which mea…
Backpack vs. Briefcase
…and and on back and a checklist of testing points, we set out to demystify modern, professional carry. And pinpoint a winner of the two (if we could…). Space & Volume “But whether you’re an executive or an intern, a backpack suits the densely stacked schedule many men now face […] Does it fit his laptop and workout gear—how about a water bottle? A briefcase can get you to the office and back, but what if you have tennis at 8 a.m., meetings all aft…
Kickstarter Highlight: EVERGOODS MQD24 and CTB40 Crossover Backpacks
…ity – the MQD24 EVERGOODS appreciates the classics but likes to throw in a modern twist, and they do just that with the MQD24. Inspired by classic alpine packs but built for modern everyday use, this pack stands out with its versatile form and innovative fast access. The unique Quick Draw Lid construction enables fast opening and closing in a single action. The custom cam action cord lock provides low resistance to closing and high resistance to u…
The Best Messenger Bags for Tech, Travel, and EDC (2023)
…Bag, which gives a nod to antique leather work bags but provides a leaner, modern design. It’s crafted with full-grain vegetable-tanned leather that will only get better with use. Inside you’ll find a padded laptop compartment, with further exterior and interior pockets to store smaller items. Best heritage-style messenger Trakke Bairn Messenger Bag (~US$252) Trakke’s Bairn Messenger is a handsome fellow that’s equally up for a day in the office o…
Best New Gear: September 2018
…e carry range with a dapper collection of accessories designed to meet the modern man’s transient lifestyle. Considered in function and style, the collection introduces five new pieces. The Slim Wallet is crafted with full-grain Italian leather, a suede pocket for notes, and an RFID-blocking lining. It offers storage for multiple cards while maintaining its slim form, and includes a back pocket for quick access to a travel card. For a more minimal…
Carryology X Trakke: Uniting Tech and Tradition
…as even darker. A special combination of a traditional waxed coating and a modern secret synthetic durable water resistant coating they’ve developed. We need no more exploration. Alec and I carry the roll, which contains barely enough yardage of this magical fabric, out to the van and run it back to HQ for prototyping. Taking the details to another altitude Over the next few days we adjust the pattern of the SP, bringing it to a healthy 35 liters….
What Is a Sling Bag? How the ‘Fanny Pack’ Became Popular Again
…alian woman by the name of Melba Stone has been credited for inventing the modern bum bag in 1962. However, Jennifer Mason has found an earlier instance of the bag, suggesting that this might be an area ripe for scholarship. It wouldn’t be until the ’80s and ’90s that the creation really took off. The ’80s style icon Neneh Cherry wore a fanny pack to the MTV Music Awards (has there ever been a more dated phrase?); Chanel glammed the bag up. Before…
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