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Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…Consistently delivering burly and badass designs for demanding users, this Berlin-based brand has been going strong for well over two decades. And they’re not afraid to take things to the next level with their aptly named NXL Rucksack Tech Line. NXL stands for Next Level, a line designed to elevate their offerings even further across materials, functionality, design and manufacturing. The NXL Rucksack Tech Line has been designed with the brand’s m…
5 Minutes with Bagagiste
…th adidas living in Germany, Asia and Switzerland before finally moving to Berlin and founding Bagagiste. Alex, an architect and urban designer, is currently a Professor of Architecture and Urban Design at the ETH University in Zurich, Switzerland. In 2014 he was responsible for the German contribution to the 14th Architecture Biennale: Bungalow Germania. What key insights drive your stuff? When you travel you need a perfect companion. One that do…
Best New Gear: August 2019
…smart styling, it’s easy to dress up or down as required too. Property Of… Berlin Series Are you a fan of travel and EDC backpacks that fuse classic looks, sustainable production and functionality? Then the Property Of… Berlin Series is definitely one you’ll want to check out. The series features three backpacks, all crafted with polyester made from recycled PET. The Charlie 12h Backpack fits a 13″ laptop and is a stylish piece for everyday carry….
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC3 Viking | Exclusive Release
…the Viking way, to show homage to the inspiration of this project warrior muse. After months of research, we found him: Nils Ögren of Ogren Axes in rural Värmland, Sweden—creator of collectors’ axes and winner of Sweden’s “Forged in Fire” equivalent. Contacting him to make patches for a backpack project from an unknown brand seemed audacious, but after we spoke over video chat he agreed to try! The best part about Nils, in my opinion? His process…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC3 Berserker Viking | Exclusive Release
…the Viking way, to show homage to the inspiration of this project warrior muse. After months of research, we found him: Nils Ögren of Ogren Axes in rural Värmland, Sweden—creator of collectors’ axes and winner of Sweden’s “Forged in Fire” equivalent. Contacting him to make patches for a backpack project from an unknown brand seemed audacious, but after we spoke over video chat he agreed to try! The best part about Nils, in my opinion? His process…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC3 Berserker Viking Collection
…the Viking way, to show homage to the inspiration of this project warrior muse. After months of research, we found him: Nils Ögren of Ogren Axes in rural Värmland, Sweden—creator of collectors’ axes and winner of Sweden’s “Forged in Fire” equivalent. Contacting him to make patches for a backpack project from an unknown brand seemed audacious, but after we spoke over video chat he agreed to try! The best part about Nils, in my opinion? His process…
The Matriarchs Of The Luxury Handbag World
…h bag remains largely unchanged from the day it was released until now. C’mon all you haters out there… there’s something special about that and it’s a rarity in the design world today. A parting question – can the YSL Muse, the Marc Jacobs Stam, the Mulberry Alexa or any of the more recently designed ‘It’ bags secure as loyal a following as the years go by? Check them out with your design hat on and let me know what you think….
5 mins with Greenroom136 (Giveaway)
…ortant to the eco system, driving innovation and inspiring new blood. I’ve mused over many a brand over the years. But if I had to pinpoint a few, I’d say you can’t go past the clever product designs of Mission Workshop, the community based brand culture of Chrome, the entrepreneurial spirit of Rickshaw Bagworks, the industrial practises of Timbuk2, and notably the true grit that drives the designs of Bedouin foundry. I’m sure there will be more t…
Our Favorite Makers (Rest of the World)
…craftsmanship, the bags also feature labels and custom hand-printed linings made in England. . . . . . bagjack bagjack can trace its roots back to a bike messenger bag crafted in 1993, though today the Berlin-based brand offers a variety of handmade bags. Offerings range from their Classics line to the premium NXL lines, with practicality and durability front and center. . . …
5 Minutes with Ucon Acrobatics
Ucon Acrobatics is a Berlin-based lifestyle brand that was founded in 2001 by Jochen Smuda and Martin Fussenegger. The brand has gone from strength to strength while embracing the values of creativity, innovation, quality and ethical production. We recently caught up with Ucon Acrobatics to chat design insights, who inspires them in the carry world, as well as new creations to look out for… What key insights drive your stuff? We’ve been in the ma…
Whillas and Gunn Interview :: The Road Less Travelled
…bit before we started WG Trunk Co. Richy has lived in London, New York and Berlin plus a few other places in between. I spent a lot of time abroad when I was working with Kakadu and took a year off to go exploring solo so we’ve both had the travel bug for a while. I love the idea of combining an online shop with a photo documentary of awesome travel adventures! It’s a totally refreshing approach, what inspired it? And how are crew responding? Rich…
Arc’teryx Reddit AMA
…ne, 8am LA – 4th June, 3pm Tokyo – 5th June, 7am Singapore – 5th June, 6am Berlin – Midnight between Thursday, 4 June and Friday, 5 June ———————————————————————————- 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 g…
Carry Portraits Exhibition
…e any particular rules but durability is a key for me.” JIMMY BOREJESSON – Berlin, Germany Software Engineer “My home is where my gadgets are. I love being outside in nature, and I take the inside out with me. High quality podcasts need a great view to bring them to life.” JON OLSSON – Mora, Sweden Professional Skier, Vlogger and Car Enthusiast “I love to travel with a backpack as I can fit it under the seat in front of me. Perfect to keep the dro…
Unveiling the Arc’teryx LEAF Courier Bag 15
…Whether you’re on the city streets of Singapore, New York City, Auckland, Berlin or the dark alleys of Marrakesh, Baghdad, or Moscow, it blends in seamlessly. The classic silhouette means it could be carried by a tourist, a local, a business person, student, or anyone for that matter. A spy could walk right by you on the street with highly classified government documents and dangerous materials in their bag and you wouldn’t think a thing of it. N…
Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…onstruction that can take a beating and keep going strong. Made by hand in Berlin, the bag features a host of pockets including two detachable interior pockets to tailor the carry setup to your needs. _________________________________________________________ Colfax Design Works SDP_01 Hard-wearing and adaptable, the SDP_01 is made in the USA and combines weatherproof Cordura construction with a versatile rolltop opening to suit a range of loads. M…
12 February Week in Review: Stylish Dopp Kits, Camera Holsters, and Swedish Minimalism
…king silhouette and range of handy features. The bag is crafted by hand in Berlin using 560 dtex Cordura, an AustriAlpin Cobra buckle, and waterproof YKK zippers. Suitable for everyday and travel needs, the bag’s features include a removable soft shell muff, a removable shoulder strap, a padded tech pocket, a quick-access front pocket, and MOLLE webbing for attaching additional items. Embracing the outdoors made easy Alite Designs are all about cr…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…nt pocket with interior organization for smaller items. Crafted by hand in Berlin, this bag is built to last and adapt to changing carry missions. _________________________________________________________ Peak Design Everyday Sling The Everyday Sling has a number of nifty tricks up its sleeve that come together in a harmonious, multifunctional design. A dividable main compartment and plenty of interior pockets provide ample organization for smalle…
20 July Week in Review: Urban-Ready Backpacks, Wallets, and Messenger Bags
…NT backpack, 23 liters of ruggedness in black canvas and leather. This limited edition backpack stems from a collaboration between Swedish bag and accessories brand Sandqvist and Berlin skateboarding brand Ambivalent. The pack has four exterior pockets and an inner laptop sleeve suitable for a 15-inch laptop….
Best Active Messenger Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ul features camouflaged within its multifunctional design. Made by hand in Berlin, the bag includes an integrated/removable soft shell muff and three rows of MOLLE webbing for attaching items externally. The padded main compartment has space for a small tablet and a phone, while the exterior pocket provides ready access to frequently used items. The shoulder strap is also removable, and comes with a top-notch AustriAlpin Cobra buckle. Sleek, tough…
The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2022
…t: 0.366 kg / 0.8 lb This lightweight and low-key sling is made by hand in Berlin, and suits both work and weekends away. The bag keeps up to an 11″ tablet or laptop safe and secure in a padded compartment with side access, while a front zipped pocket stores quick-access items within easy reach. Maxpedition Kodiak Gearslinger (US$ 130.84) – Volume: 22.6L – Dimensions: 13.5″(L) x 7.5″(W) x 20″(H) The Kodiak Gearslinger provides tactical functionali…
The Best Urban Daypacks and Backpacks
…l EDC or travel items in order. bagjack NXL Skidcat (~US$ 825) Handmade in Berlin, the NXL Skidcat is a tough and weatherproof pack with a variety of useful features to make carrying easier. The bag stands upright for easy packing and unloading, and features a range of pockets including two removable inner pockets to tailor it to your needs. And with quick and easy magnetic Fidlock buckles access is simple too. visvim Suede-Trimmed Cordura Nylon B…
Elvis & Kresse Weekender Review :: Drive By
…job. With the weekender in tow, we’d be starting slow: a night train from Berlin to Zurich; an ICE to Milan, followed by a 300km/h Frecciarossa to Rome; a regional Trenitalia to Salerno; and a ferry along the Amalfi Coast to spectacular Positano. Though we were heading off for the better part of a week, the bag instantly proved its worth capacity-wise – unshackled by its initial form, its side ‘hold’ pins are capable of unclasping a top leather f…
QWSTION Interview :: Brand, Beginnings and Business
…t, and more recently we opened stores in temporary locations in Zürich and Berlin. What things won’t you do with your brand? Most likely fast food, cars and weapons. What key insights drive your product direction? It’s important to be clear about what you are doing. Which carry product are you the most proud of? It’s more difficult than ever to create something truly original. When we launched our Backpack as one of the first three products in our…
Road Tests :: Chrome Metropolis
…ag in the Buckle Bag Series range (not counting the GIGANTICALLY HUMUNGOUS Berlin in the Pro-Series range) the sides on the bag sit more at right angles to the base than Citizen or Mini-Metro, endowing you with more usable space from top to bottom. I also find squared off bag designs a little more appealing than bags with a large difference in top and base width. – The main compartment itself is big, but not so big that it becomes overbearing. I h…
Carry Conversations :: Dana Gleason
…sic packs plus a few new pieces. He’s getting back from a few more days in Berlin this evening. It’s just exciting! We are able to have some real effect and we are able to build better packs for a few people and it’s a gas! That’s incredible. Along the lines of Kletterwerks, I’ve read you designed the whole line in two weeks… Well back in 1975 I had been repairing equipment for about 2.5 to 3 years before that and had done a number of individual d…
Buyer’s Guide :: Work Messengers
…perfectly. Interested? Buy it now. – Bagjack NXL We don’t talk about this Berlin-based brand enough on Carryology. They do some crazy things, and the NXL is pretty much their craziest. It’s a messenger that can transform, detach, rearrange and metamorph into pretty much anything you need it to be. It’s pushing the tech thing for a work bag, but in full black, with the strap tucked away and the flap folded, it actually scrubs up really cleanly. In…
Interview w/Shai Levy
…tdoor bags and sewn accessories. I studied product design in Israel and in Berlin and worked as a freelance designer in Tel- Aviv after my graduation. One of my customers was Source-Vagabond, an Israeli manufacturer of high end outdoor gear. They are known for their Sandals and Hydration packs. One day I got a phone call from them regarding a new project. They wanted me to fly to China and develop it in the factory of their producer. This was my f…
The Best Emerging Luggage Brands for Your Next Escape
…wanderlust—sleek enough for the office, practical enough for a red-eye to Berlin. Take the Transit Workpack 26L, the Venture Ready Pack 26L, or the Lite Travel Pack 30L—each one made for hands-free mobility and razor-sharp organization. If you’ve ever needed to pack a laptop, gym shoes, snacks, and three different charging cables into one elegant solution, Bellroy’s already there. But one frontier remained untouched: wheels. Until now. Meet the (…
Reuben Wu | The Visionary Combining Art, Design, and Technology
…bandoned fairy castle near Beijing, or a derelict CIA listening station in Berlin. And if you really want to move fast and light, do it alone. Traveling by yourself changes your experience of a place and a journey. Suddenly, you take on sole responsibility over your actions and your situation. Rather than enabling you to make connections with other people, solo travel enables you to make vital connections with yourself. It changes you and what you…
Packing List | World’s Biggest Salt Desert
…nce the opening in 1997 of their first production facility in Kreuzberg, a Berlin district also made famous by its vibrant Punk rock and hip-hop scene since the 1970s. Db RAMVERK PRO Staying in the bags and luggage category, I also recently got the opportunity to test what I would describe quite frankly as one of the best carry-on luggage options for professional photographers available on the market these days. I certainly don’t select my gear ra…
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