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My Favorite Gear for Aquatic Adventures
…e really crisp photos through them. Best Aquatic Adventure Top: Prometheus Design Werx Helios Shirt MSRP: $45 Sailing, canoeing, or kayaking during summer are all about wind, sun, and water spray. The PDW Helios Shirt addresses all of these in a really cool design and dedicated material choice. It’s made of a polyester blend containing about 6% spandex for wearing comfort. It’s semi-relaxed, breathes perfectly, protects from sun (30 UPF factor), a…
Stephen Kenn :: When Art & Carry Collide
…le Bags. You then moved into furniture. How does the craft cross over with designing carry? The only crossovers were designing something that holds form and function. Bags need to both have a desirable shape as well as serve a function. Furniture needs to be aesthetically pleasing while maintaining a level of comfort. What drives you to design the things you do? Where do your passions lie? I love making objects that people use on a daily basis. I’…
Studio Visit :: D3 Mystery Ranch
…seems to work. Where in other carry brands I see whole teams labor over a design for weeks (or even months), D3 can concept, prototype and pitch a design in the time most teams take to do their mood board. . There seems to be a healthy level of debate within the Mystery Ranch team over virtually every aspect of their gear. Every fabric, clip and closure gets questioned at some point, with champions for each option trying to convince the others of…
The 5 Best Hydration Running Packs 2018
…ht weight and larger capacity Includes 2L hydration bladder Sleek, durable design Super comfortable Bounce-free design . Cons: Expensive Community Favorite Salomon ADV SKIN 12 SET (US$122.50) The Salomon ADV SKIN 12 SET (a common choice in running circles) features Salomon’s Sensifit construction and MotionFit Trail construction, allowing the pack to wrap comfortably around your body without hindering freedom of movement or irritating your skin….
Top 5: Best Work Backpack 2020
…for many years. It’s a brand that has always kept to classic and timeless design but with a driving intent to layer in modern improvements. Their bags are beautiful in person and are designed to age and form a lovely character over time, with their leather, brass and canvas combination developing fine patinas. In recent years, they’ve flipped their entire bag line to sustainable polyester made from recycled PET bottles – the Charlie 12h’s fabric…
The Best Laptop Backpacks for Professionals
…gives peace of mind on the durability front. Understated and refined, the Troubadour Fabric + Leather Ziptop Rucksack doesn’t need to shout to make a statement. Arc’teryx Nomin 2.0 (US$ 800) The updated Arc’teryx Nomin is undeniably pricey, but equally undeniable is the technical expertise in its design and construction. The pack offers an excellent balance of light weight and durability, in a super clean design that blends easily into a variety…
The 25 Best Briefcases for Men in 2019
…Léon Flam Aviso (~US$395) Inspired by aviso ships, the Aviso Briefcase is designed with trusty reliability in mind. Offering a thoughtful mix of attractive aesthetics and practical design, the Aviso is handcrafted in France with durable heavy canvas and full-grain leather. The two-way zip closure reveals a vibrant red lining for easy visibility of the contents, with interior sleeves and a zipped pocket for organization. Large enough for a 15″ lap…
Best Carry-On Top 10 – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…ds. _________________________________________________________ Triple Aught Design Azimuth Sleek and multifunctional, the Azimuth lends itself to carry-on use as well as day bag duty at your destination. With its lightweight and packable design, the bag is easy to store inside larger luggage until needed. Top and side access helps keep the contents within easy reach, and hydration bladder compatibility makes it a useful companion for outdoor advent…
Carry Innovation :: Interview with Vertepac
…a lot of inspiration from organic structures, street art, concept art, and a bit of Calvin and Hobbes along the way. 😉 And of course the mandatory amount of design blogs like designboom, Core77 and such. Editor’s note: photos provided by Vertepac….
Leader Bag Co :: Baby Business
…g the gear that goes along with it. We also have a ton of respect for good design and meticulous process. Good design looks good – and makes you look good – for life, not just this season. Great design ages well, and grows with you. Your brand is still only a year old, but what’s been the biggest challenge you’ve faced so far? As a team of four, we all bring different strengths to the table, but at the same time, we all have strong opinions about…
Cult Bags :: The Revival of the Jensen
…n was able to put it in production, which was no small task, but he didn’t design it. He did design the barbell leathers and I’ve always thought that was the most significant contribution he made. It’s really cool to see that now copied a little bit. People are mostly just looking at the superficial work and borrowing ideas. What’s your personal contribution to the Rivendell brand? I would say putting a high priority on keeping the US-made aspect,…
Best New Gear | September 2022
…carry if you want to pair it with wheeled luggage. Photography WaterField Designs Cargo Camera Bag WaterField Designs just introduced their new camera bag, available in your choice of full-grain leather and ballistic nylon or waxed canvas. Designed for mirrorless and DSLR camera setups, the bag is the result of feedback from over 1,000 photographers. It features easy access via an ultra-wide opening, intuitive organization with built-in, adjustab…
The Best Travel Shoes for Every Type of Traveler Right Now
…urable TPU sole. This barefoot shoe packs easily in a foldable form and is designed to allow toes to spread for comfort and freedom of movement. Vivobarefoot Primus Lite (US$130) The Primus Lite comes in men’s and women’s sizes and is made with recycled PET mesh for light weight, breathability and comfort. The shoe also features a thin yet tough TPU outsole and a stitchless, durable design that complements the natural shape of the foot for maximiz…
The Best Men’s Cotton T-Shirts Under $100
…hose who prioritize comfort while still looking great. The tee’s versatile design allows you to pair it effortlessly with shorts, light denim, or chinos for a casual, sun-kissed style. Whether you’re spending a day by the beach or running errands in the city, this t-shirt will keep you feeling cool and comfortable. Faherty’s attention to detail in both the design and the choice of colors ensures that you’ll look effortlessly stylish, no matter the…
Prometheus Design Werx | All Terrain Bags Review
…en, preferably when you clean your gear after an expedition. Materials and Design PHOTO_13 The whole series is made of fully laminated 1000D and 600D RPET (recycled polyester fibers) with high-frequency welded seams. Critical areas (like carry handles) are first sewn for strength and then sealed with an extra layer of 600D RPET by frequency welding – so yeah, it’s tough stuff. The main zippers are almost oversized scuba-diving style, fully waterti…
Bellroy X Carryology | Forging the Chimera
…t Cover. So these were a critical addition to us. Not only did the Bellroy design team love it, but together we completely redesigned the pockets and back panel with an hourglass silhouette. This provides easier access to the pockets as well as additional volume to the pockets, allowing you to carry larger items without stealing a bunch of your interior volume. Lastly, the pockets are lined with PU-coated ripstop to create an additional water bar…
Best EDC Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…to open. But the Orbitkey Ring saves your fingernails with its hassle-free design that opens with a simple pinch, pull and rotation. The Orbitkey Ring allows for quick and easy attachment or removal of items and is designed to accommodate most keys and accessories. _________________________________________________________ KeySmart Pro KeySmart provides a great way to carry keys tidily and without annoying clinking on the go. But the KeySmart Pro w…
Colfax Design Works TOAD Review
…ns you can shove large and bulky items in here with ease. Being in the bag design game myself for a dozen years or so now, it’s a mind-boggling feat to me that such a small brand can manufacture these bags in the USA. Particularly because of how they manufacture these “military inspired technical travel goods” with high-end materials and expensive (and hard to find) methods of manufacturing within the borders of the US. I’ll say, materials-wise, t…
From Concept to Production :: The Story of the Tortuga Daypack
…isten to this interview for more on finding and working with an industrial designer. Our designer works from the brief to sketch out a few initial concepts. Each concept is a different construction, look, and combination of features. “Before we sketch anything, we outline the product’s mission and requirements. We meticulously map the competitive landscape to avoid duplicating what’s already on the market.” From the initial concepts, we choose one…
Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy from April 2024
…lyester webbing, and a durable yet lightweight high-density plastic buckle designed to withstand even the most enthusiastic outdoor adventures. The belt is designed for convenience, being machine-washable while the metal-free buckle means no delays through airport security. Path-24 Modular Compass The Path-24 Modular Compass helps you find your way wherever the next outdoor adventure leads, featuring a compact and highly portable design with inter…
Best EDC Champion | Carry Awards X
…ve on you when it’s actually needed. And with its compact, pocket-friendly design, tough and meticulous build, and highly considered functionality, the Prometheus Design Werx SPD CAS OTF is a knife you’ll reach for day in and day out. Effortless to add to your daily setup, the SPD CAS OTF (Special Projects Division California Special Out The Front) is lightweight and includes a titanium pocket clip to keep it out of the way but close at hand. As t…
From Rough Diamond to Polished Design :: Black Diamond JetForce Interview (Part 2)
…ut in the same time. Derick: Agreed, we sit at a unique crossroads between design and engineering at BD. A perfect example of this was when we designed the metal waist-belt buckle for these packs. I had drawings out to Pete in the morning and we literally had prototypes made downstairs by the end of the day, ready to throw on our Instron Machine. We were able to fail quickly to make sure we could find out exactly where we wanted to be. Being able…
Hinterher Shop Visit
…s in. Two more staffers work the back-end, and a one-day-a-week industrial designer helps refine, polish and perfect Peter’s designs. Assembling the trailer is almost as simple as setting one up. “It’s like playing Lego,” says Peter. “You take these parts, those ones, those ones – all these things are made with one screw, so you need only one tool. And then, everything’s finished within…(querying David)… Vielen brauchst dir? – Zehn minuten fur ein…
Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…es. _________________________________________________________ Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack Designed as a middle ground between the Axiom 18 and Axiom X25, the Axiom 24 works well as both an everyday pack and for short trips spanning one to three days. Its sleek profile stays under the radar, adapting to a range of environments, while its rugged USA-made build features a VX-21 ripstop shell that tackles the elements and demanding use head-on….
15 Compact All-Black EDC Essentials
…lroy’s Key Cover restores carry calm to your pockets with its slim, bifold design that stores keys tidily and clink-free. The cover features a magnetic closure for easy access, and allows keys to hinge out for use. In addition to cutting down your carry bulk, this nifty design also helps protect other pocket contents against key scrapes and scratches. Bellroy Card Sleeve (US$ 54.95) Sleek and slim, the Card Sleeve looks equally suave in work setti…
Mystery Ranch x Carryology: The Dragon Awakens
…by some of the best sewers on US soil, I enter the belly of the beast… the design room. This is where it all happens. Here, D3 (Dana Gleason’s son, also named Dana) and Alex Rich (one of the pack designers at The Ranch) are both waiting for me at a worktable stacked with a pile of prototypes and Scape Artists. One particular pack catches my eye. Prior to knowing we would be using the Scape Artist for a collab jumping-off point, Alex had designed a…
Best Foldable, Packable and Portable Adventure Gear (+Accessories) for Summer
…fibre if your sunglasses or phone get splashed. Once you add in an awesome design from artist Ty Williams and Bandits Bandanas that supports the waterways, how can you say no to one!? HOKA One One Hopara Sandal This sandal was designed for exploration. From HOKA One One’s sky collection, this provides supreme comfort, great traction, and endless possibilities. Not only is this capable of getting you to the best launch spots due to its hiking DNA,…
Our 8 Favorite Kickstarters Right Now
…f copper, stainless steel and brass, it comes with a Fisher Space cartridge and a pen sleeve. Setting it up for writing involves a simple manual slide to remove the cartridge, then switch the cartridge round and reinsert it to write. The design holds the cartridge securely in place while you write but allows the cartridge to be smoothly removed when required. Elegantly minimalist and durable, the anti-roll design will hold up to a lifetime of use…
Best New Gear | February 2023
…ant, and has an elongated shaped hem for untucked applications. WaterField Designs Limited Edition Collection While WaterField Designs has a core line of products, they also like to get playful and experimental. And this is where their Limited Editon collection comes in. It’s a space for the brand to experiment with current styles, try new things, or bring back beloved styles for limited production runs. The collection includes various categories…
24 Comfortable Men’s Travel Shoes (that Actually Look Good)
…t feeling of walking on air? Well, you really get it with these shoes. The design features DMX cushioning that moves air from the heel to the forefoot and back again as you walk, providing all-day comfort. The design adapts to city or trail use, with an understated leather and textile upper and grippy rubber outsole. adidas Fluidflow 2.0 (US$80) The adidas Fluidflow 2.0 does double duty as a running and day-to-day shoe. The knit textile upper aids…
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