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BIGxTOP Daysack Review
…ppeal to those who enjoy highly technical-looking packs or techwear vibes. Design Looks You can see the nod to classic hiking packs in the design, though the silhouette is understated enough to blend into urban settings too. I think it’s a thoughtful design that won’t shout ‘I’ve just stepped off the trails’ in the city but also looks at home in more rugged terrain. It’s outdoorsy in a subtle way, giving it the flexibility to move smoothly between…
10 Best Bike Commuter Backpacks, Tested
…d with Nylex, velour or “soft touch” material. Conclusion There’s a lot of design knowledge built into the Apidura City, and it shows throughout the build and use of this pack. It’s a fine commuter, and quality option for $164. And Apidura really do excel as a small brand that caters to their biking community. Ortlieb Atrack BP (US$270) Best Waterproof All-Rounder The Atrack BP is for the bikepacker, bike commuter, and adventure traveler who is lo…
One Under-the-Radar Japanese Brand You Need to Know
…have honed their skills over decades of experience in the industry. “Under design, we have in-house designers and a product sampling team, which allows us more freedom and creativity under the same roof,” adds Obata. Speaking to its prestige, only the CEO, executive directors and a few select designers are involved in the Harvest Label brand, with former right-hand man Koichi Yamaguchi still a key inspiration on the sampling team he once worked al…
EVERGOODS CIVIC Half Zip 22L Review
…n and weight and volume, the bag will tip over, usually forward due to the design and shape of the bottom area.” Speaking of the flap, there are loops sewn in that act as latch points which are perfect for pens or PALS attachments. There are also two attachment points, one on each side of the top carry loop, for small items like carabiners (Heroclip, anyone?). Verdict So, what do we have here? Who is this bag for? To me, EVERGOODS was very purpose…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2014 :: Part 1
…u guys, I want you to know that”. The theme this summer was “International Design”. Speakers from around the world spoke on design in relation to their homeland and included the likes of Jan Loschinski of Tatonka, Hikari Mori the GM of Black Diamond Japan, Joachim Fiedler- the creator of the now ubiquitous Fidlock buckles, Alexei (Lyosha) Tcherepanov of Boreas, and many more! After the last speaker, Tae took to the stage and said something to the…
Exclusive Release | Matador x Carryology EDX Series
…dename Water and water resistance were constantly at the forefront of the design brief and design process. It made sense to have some kind of product name inspired by this. We looked into the depths of an ocean’s worth of mythology from history. Water gods, water creatures, etc. When it comes to water and mythology, there is really only one king… Poseidon, the Greek god of the seas. And equally as iconic as the god himself, is his famously powerf…
Fernando Bonastre Interview & Roztayger.com Giveaway
…aborate on the connection, and how that carries over or is applied to your design process? The design process is mainly dictated by the construction of each piece. The “architecture” of the product has to reconcile aesthetics with functionality. What prompted you to establish your brand in Paris? While you manufacture in your native Spain, was the climate there not conducive to establishing a brand like Bonastre? I’ve been living in Paris for year…
Interview with Kevin Murray of Velomacchi
…pocket on lumbar so you are always ready for any emergency. How does this design help when riding? The pack is designed to operate at two speeds. For in-town commuting or running errands quick access is critical. We use magnetic closures for the front pockets for quick access and closure. We then include a stainless steel round snap to keep the quilted pocket cover secure for traveling at high speeds. Same with the main opening. We have the mag c…
10 EDC Essentials to Pack for Zurich
…watchmaking. But there clearly are similarities between Swedish and Swiss design, which becomes obvious in TID’s watches. The company named after the Swedish word for “time” was founded by members of Stockholm design studio Form Us With Love. I am wearing it because of its simplicity, and because they are super nice guys. Bag: QWSTION And no surprises here, ha. Our prototyping workshop and design studio is in the up-and-coming “Kreis 4” area of Z…
Best New Gear: March 2018
…gh sleeve provides a simple way to secure the bag to rolling luggage. Topo Designs x Danner Daypack Topo Designs and Danner are both brands that focus on helping you get out there. So when they team up, pretty awesome things are sure to follow. Such as their Topo Designs x Danner Daypack, which offers a handsome combination of Horween® leather and 12oz cotton canvas. The black colorway is complemented by pops of red detailing, with a versatile des…
The Company That Zips the Globe | YKK’s Ninety-Year Obsession
…etch blends, technical materials—have evolved faster than zippers. The old design, with its woven borders and stiff seams, feels out of sync with what surrounds it. AiryString catches up. It’s a zipper designed for fabrics that didn’t exist when the zipper was invented. The product is in production now, rolling out to commercial partners throughout 2025. THE SELF-PROPELLED ZIPPER This one sounds like a joke. A zipper that zips itself. But it’s rea…
How to Design a Backpack in 24 Hours—With a Mystery Box Twist!
…ing skills, and a ticking clock. Can he crack the code to an epic backpack design—or will time run out before the magic happens? Hit play to see the design process in action (and psst… stick around ‘til the end for a special surprise!). https://youtu.be/p3200x1tLik Big thanks to Fidlock for supplying this episode’s mystery box! Check out their industry-leading magnetic buckles and components here. And a shoutout to Ripstop by the Roll for providin…
Design Talk | 2025 Trend Forecast
…tems where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, and waste is designed out from the start. But for designers and brands, it can also be about finding simple ways to make a positive impact at every stage of a product’s life cycle. It might be as straightforward as Melbourne-based Into Carry, who craft durable products using materials diverted from waste streams. Arc’teryx’s ReBird program tackles the end of a product’s life through upc…
The Best Mechanical Pencils to EDC in 2021
…ber 9 are cut into the body of the pencil, ensuring a clean and consistent design. There are six standard designs, separated into three pairs. Users can choose between a plain, grooved, or knurled grip with high and low taper or continuous or interrupted patterns for the latter. All bodies are 144mm long and measure 8mm across the hexagonal flats and 7.7mm across the grip. The pencil is offered in aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and titanium. An…
Velomacchi Speedway Roll-Top Review :: Drive-By
…en so many clever (fighting the use of “brilliant…”) solutions to the same design problems that carry designers wrench on day after day.” What I didn’t expect, though, were their fascinating insights on how they built their company, and as an independent designer with my own fledgling brand, I was just as interested in that as I was the bag. Stay tuned for a follow-up article; Kevin’s distilled experience from 18 years in the industry designing fo…
Looptworks :: Moving Towards A Circular Economy
…aterial? What’s your process? It is a little of both. What we do turns the design process on its head. As we are working on design, we are investigating the materials to make the product. Sometimes we find other materials that spark other ideas for additional products. The important points are that we are not just making products to make them, they have to matter regardless of what they are made from. How do you track down these opportunities? Do…
Unicorn/Dragon Patch Design Story and Symbolism
One patch design is light. One patch design is dark. One patch is inspired by the West. One patch is inspired by the East. An equal opposite balance. Yin and Yang. When the two patches are displayed next to each other, as intended, they visually interact. The characters and beasts are riding towards each other, towards battle, or maybe towards peace. Or maybe both at the same time. Or maybe on different timelines. On the Carryology Assault (AKA “…
Design Talk | 2022 Trend Forecast
…nd forecast. But the Covid effect hasn’t only brought about a shift in new designs. It’s also highlighted the intrinsic value of the objects around us. For many, it’s spurred on a demand for shopping locally and added more luster to buying locally-made products. And for a small but growing number of people, it’s prompted them to go one step further to start making their own gear. While still niche, designers such as Reese Cooper are now starting t…
Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L Backpack Review
…ess those folks looking for easy bottle access won’t enjoy this particular design choice. Design The Inside Line Equipment Transit looks like a 2021 upgrade of a simple roll-top backpack. Cylindrical body, big front pocket with AquaGuard zipper, two deep hidden external pockets to carry water bottles. Made out of X-Pac with an internal liner, the pack is pretty much waterproof yet remains lightweight. The construction feels bombproof like every IL…
Brands You Should Know | Wingback
…n with full-grain, vegetable-tanned Italian leather, the Pen Slip has been designed for the Wingback range but can accommodate a variety of pens and pencils. It fits up to 5 pens/pencils and a Wingback Designer’s Plate and can be personalized with your choice of fastener, thread, and exterior inscription. Cash Wallet (US$96) The Cash Wallet brings a premium look and feel to your pocket carry setup, with its elegant construction and practical desig…
GORUCK X Carryology | From GR1 To Guerrilla X
…hen it comes to design, the legend, Dan Matsuda. Dan has a long history of designing products and patches for Triple Aught Design and now for himself. We worked with him on a collaboration pair of patches last year. Essentially, anything this gent works on is magic. So we asked him to bring the ‘Guerrilla X’ to life. The mysterious intergalactic star-jumping warrior. Dan dreamed deep into the cosmos and presented the artwork: it was an instant “Y…
Our Favourite Wheeled Bags
…his kind of size. – Rip Curl – Search Vault Positive: Probably its compact design. As much as it looks a little smaller than other market bags in the same price range, it carries a fair share of stuff. It has durable look and material, small top quick access pocket, and a bottom one for you last minute pair of shoes. Negative: The simple design and compact approach could have resulted in a lighter weight. The top compartment is a touch small. – Gr…
13 Great Morale Patches for Everyday Carry (EDC)
…rfect patch for anyone who likes a spooky spin on their sweet treats, this design comes from one-man brand Seventh.Ink, created by designer and artist Matthew Johnson. It measures approximately 3.83″ tall x 3″ wide with a heat-transfer backing. And if red is more your jam, you’re covered there too. Seventh.Ink Xanion (Sorcerer) Doom Skull Patch (US$10) Part of the Fragmented Souls series from Seventh.Ink, this Xanion (Sorcerer) Doom Skull Patch br…
Bartaile C12 Bag :: Drive By
…nd you’re not going to fit bulky sports equipment. But then, the bag isn’t designed for such things. “This is one classy-looking pack. The design is elegant and uncluttered, making it versatile enough to suit a variety of environments.” The C12 bag features an understated combination of water-repellent coated canvas and Nappa leather. I got caught in heavy rain for about half an hour with the pack and it did keep the water at bay. However, the zip…
Made in the USA Gift Guide
…’s magnetic architecture for easy one-handed access to all the tools. And speaking of tools, you get 21 of them, all in a lightweight, compact, and easily portable design. Makr Tri-Glide Belt (US$140) Makr teamed up with C’H’C’M’ Shop to create this sleek, tough belt made in the USA. It features mil-spec webbing, metal hardware, and a laser etched Hypalon-like base and tension stop. Further features include a hand-painted Horween Shell Cordovan ke…
Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Review :: Drive By
…ecognition in our 2017 Carry Awards, I was excited to put the Triple Aught Design (TAD) Parallax Messenger through its paces. It’s a solid marriage between TAD’s tactically inspired style and some classic bike messenger undertones. Over the past few months I’ve had the Parallax Messenger on my back/at my side/over my shoulder (it’s versatile) throughout the city. This is how it carries. Who It Suits The Parallax Messenger is for someone needing a…
Restrap Travel Range Review
…panels and plenty of pockets for bits and bobs, you won’t find them here. Design Looks These bags share a relatively pared-back design language, with clean exteriors stripped of unnecessary elements. There’s a sense that each part of the bag is there for a reason, lending to the clutter-free vibe. Each bag comes in a choice of classic black or white, contrasted with a high-vis orange lining. While not unattractive, there’s a definite function-ove…
12 Camo Backpacks and Bags with Serious Street Style
…to hand, including storage for a laptop. Rivendell Mountain Works x Natal Design Larkspur (~US$385) Fancy a slick camo take on a carry classic? There’s plenty to love with this Larkspur collaboration between Japanese brand Natal Design and Rivendell Mountain Works. The US-made pack features a rugged 1000D nylon in duck camo, with a back frame pad for improved structure and comfort. Interior and exterior pockets also enhance the functionality, alo…
Our Favorite EDC Pocket Essentials Right Now
…t-friendly multi-tool that will put a smile on your face with its charming design and solid durability. Designed by custom knifemaker Jesper Voxnaes, it’s machined from solid 1/4″ copper and combines a bottle opener and emergency impact tool in one. The James Brand Chapter (US$295) With its timeless styling, durable build, and functional design, the Chapter is a pocket knife you can use pretty much anywhere. The frame lock design features minimal…
Global Exploration Summit Packing List
…inless steel A5 size packable bottle Team Hat from the Observer Collection designed by war photographer and designer Robert Spangle Hollyland Lark M1 wireless lavalier mic (Tx and Rx) for my interviews, with its neat carrying case My GLEX Pass My reMarkable2 paper tablet with its Keyboard. My Claustrum wallet to carry my business cards. I will most definitely also use its included coin case when traveling abroad. An amazing and small titanium flas…
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