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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…
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…
Wingback EVERYDAY PACK 21L | A Modern Minimalist’s Delight
…ACK 21L is a hark back to simpler times. Now I know I’m English, and this is a bag from an English company, but I promise you it’s more than that. The Wingback Everyday Pack has a certain mellowness to it that is captivating and the elegant minimalist design doesn’t sacrifice practicality or style. Heritage fans will love the marriage of modern design choices with robust timeless materials. It’s the kind of pack that says, “I know what I want, and…
AustriAlpin Headquarters Visit
…who would show us around, met us inside. The interior is very Austrian in design; minimalist, beautiful, clean. Meeting rooms, open air offices, full of cheerful workers warmly introducing themselves. It screamed out “this is a place anyone with a pulse would want to work”, but in a well-mannered, polite tone. “The interior is very Austrian in design; minimalist, beautiful, clean. Meeting rooms, open air offices, full of cheerful workers warmly i…
Road Tests :: Côte&Ciel Isar Twin Touch
…ets and ways of creating flow to fabric. Cote et Ciel looks like it’s been designed by fashion designers. And then they just go in and they insert just enough organization and tech and sort of more traditional product design approaches to make the bags quite usable. Design – Looks and materials So, this is why we’re really excited by this backpack series – the Isar series – which has lots of different fabrics and lots of slight tweaks on format. S…
Best New Gear :: June 2017
…ganization, along with a padded tech sleeve for a 13″ laptop. Triple Aught Design Spectre Carry System Sometimes one bag will get the job done. But at other times you need a system. A system like Triple Aught Design’s versatile Spectre Carry System. The system encompasses a range of pieces that can be used separately or together, making it highly adaptable to a variety of needs. The system includes the Spectre Backpacks in 22L, 34L and 46L options…
Top 5 | Best Active Backpacks
…ally if you’re traveling a lot. A short summer outdoor stroll in the afternoon, when you’re on your way to a customer meeting the next day? Been there, done that! STRENGTHS Lightweight, compact, and really packable design Comfortable and breathable suspension with an elastic frame Quality, uncompromised, full-thickness fabric and weatherproof design Good organization, both inside and outside VOTING CLOSES [FEB 15TH]…
Latest in Travel Gear: 6 Fresh Essentials For Your Packing List
…en and women help you find the perfect pair for your packing list. Porsche Design Roadster Aluminum Trolley (from $1650) While Porsche Design aren’t strangers to the luggage scene, they’ve never made an aluminum suitcase. Until now. The Roadster Aluminum Trolley is a striking new addition to the world of aluminum luggage, and takes inspiration from the Porsche 911 Targa with its aluminum roll bar. The suitcase comes in small, medium, and large opt…
Executive style: the Best Luxury Bags for the Office
…eautiful Tailfeather Kookaburra combines timeless styling with a versatile design that can be carried as a briefcase or over the shoulder using the detachable shoulder strap. Meticulously made with Horween® leather and brass feet, the bag features a self-standing design for easy packing and access to your gear. Complementing the Kookaburra’s eye-catching looks are useful organization options including interior pockets and a 15″ laptop divider. Tro…
Minimum Squared Slim Wallet Elastic :: Drive By
…is no easy feat. It is made with vegetable-tanned goat leather and is CAD designed, precision laser cut, and sewn with a waxed linen thread from France that dates to 1847. They are experimenting with other types of leathers and I understand a version with Horween Chromexcel may be coming soon. “The Slim Wallet Elastic I was sent won a 2016 Red Dot Design Award which is no easy feat.” There is a 6mm elastic band that free-floats, passing through t…
The Art of Vagabonding with VINJABOND
…ment? If I had to narrow it down to just 1 brand, it would be Triple Aught Design. Their designs, build quality and utility is on my level. OK, let’s talk bags. What’s your go-to travel bag? The backpack was the single most difficult item to choose as this is the thing I’ll be “living out of”. After many months of purchases, returns and modifications, I finally settled with the FAST Pack Litespeed from Triple Aught Design. It’s one of the most wel…
Carry Design Competition :: Mesh01
…g carry designers. Mesh01, a cool co-creation site that links thousands of designers to companies has a sweet new carry-related competition in the works. Warning: this is super late notice but Nick from Mesh01 assures me that in the first round of the project they’re just looking for quick ideas. If you are selected for the 2nd round you will be paid to flesh out your idea with feedback from the brand. Sound good? Project: Revolutionary New Pack f…
Road Tests :: TAD OP1 Admin Pouch
…make sure you tag both Carryology and Triple Aught Design – if you don’t tag us we won’t know you’ve entered 😉 The winners will be announced on the 22nd of May. *Facebook handles: Carryology & Triple Aught Design *Twitter handles: @Carryology & @tadgear Good luck!! – PS: Don’t forget to enter to win a a Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC at our Road Test / Giveaway! (contest ends May 22nd)…
November 2024’s Must-Have Gear | From Elegant EDC to Circular Snowsports Apparel
…2 Parker style refills, which are varied and plentiful. Urban Triple Aught Design Outrider Jacket and Watchtower N-1 Deck Coat Triple Aught Design have welcomed back their Outrider Jacket and Watchtower N-1 Deck Coat, just in time for cold and wet winter conditions. The Outrider Jacket is made with British Millerain’s Sahara canvas with a washable Staywax finish, creating a durable and breathable piece that can protect you against the elements whe…
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…
Best Cloth Face Masks, Tested 2021
…eople like YOU. Great materials, multiple wearing options, and understated design. Why you might not: This mask is rather angular; if you are looking for smoother shapes and rounded edges, look elsewhere. It takes a little while to “break in”. Field Testing: Triple Aught Design are over-engineers by nature, and I mean that in the best way. Their products are always thoroughly thought through and show a genuine understanding of the problem they are…
Score Deals on Summer Gear | Get Ready for Your Best Summer Yet!
…g one MacBook Pro, two iPad Pros, or five iPhone 15 Pros. And with a prism design taking inspiration from Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon”, you can inject a little fun into your charging setup too. Heimplanet Transit Line Daypack – 24L (US$167) Sleek and sustainable, Heimplanet’s Transit Line Daypack is made with their proprietary DYECOSHELL fabric that uses a dope-dyeing process to significantly reduce the use of water, chemicals, CO2, and en…
LifeLabs Innovate with their WarmLife and CoolLife Clothing Collections
…MegaWarm Jacket Their flagship product, the MegaWarm jacket is a behemoth designed to keep you warm on the coldest of days. It is a design focused on function, that just happens to look excellent. While it is undoubtedly a big jacket, and should be reserved for brutal days, the technology is magnificent and effective. I’ve had the pleasure of testing hundreds of jackets here at Carryology, so I’d like to think I know a thing or two about them. Th…
Best Work Backpacks on a Budget
…s pack is a steal and well worth considering for your daily work bag. Topo Designs Daypack Classic (US$99) One of Topo Designs’ first silhouettes, the Daypack Classic has stood the test of time with its versatile and functional design that moves easily between work days and downtime excursions. The pack is made with a 1000D recycled nylon exterior paired with an easily cleanable coated 210D recycled nylon lining. Externally accessible laptop stora…
Prometheus Design Werx Ti-Signal Whistle Review
…tting yourself into a situation where you think you’d need one. Prometheus Design Werx has just released their version of the signal whistle, machined from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet in their Mk2 Pineapple pattern, which you can find on some of their other tools if you want to get matchy. This means that you’ll be able to easily maintain your grip in any weather conditions and the corrosion-proof, lightweight titanium will last, as long as you’r…
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…
Best Check-In Finalists : Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…ral treks and city pavements alike thanks to a hybrid backpack/trolley bag design. The adaptive wheel-set design enables a smooth and quick transition between the different carry modes, while Kathmandu’s C3 Adapt harness provides carry comfort on the move and can be covered to keep things tidy for check-in. _________________________________________________________ Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler 90L A well-featured duffel for around $100 that sneaks in j…
Exclusive Release | Carryology Community Challenge Coin
…pocket for over 6+ months without any visible wearing of the laser etched design elements whatsoever. In fact, it has begun to take a mild polish from living in there and rubbing against our last titanium challenge coin… almost enhancing the laser design detailing. However you choose to rock your coin, make sure to keep it on you as part of your EDC in case you are to get coin challenged out on your travels. And hey, who doesn’t like a free drink…
OR Show 2012 Pt II
…line of bags. Inspired from the 60s, 70 and 80s, these bags feature modern design elements such as pen and computer pockets. — Mile High Mountaineering. This photo was taken on “the streets” of the show. The company didn’t have a booth, but the bags look great, if not groundbreaking. I am sure we’ll see more of this company in the future. — Mystery Ranch: Dana Gleason’s venerable Mystery Ranch is releasing the Blackjack for this season- an avalanc…
Week In Review ~ 9 June
…main compartment. If the name is anything to go by, you should reach that peak in record time. — Hot picks: Backpack guide for summer Staying on the theme of backpacks, if the pull of the outdoors has you firmly in its grasp, this handy buyer’s guide to backpacks may be just the sort of advice you’re searching for. Whether you’re planning a day hike, a hell-for-leather charge down the side of a rather steep incline with nothing but two wheels ben…
Carry Trainspotting at SXSW ’13
…of a Gregory Pack (not sure if he meant it was made by Gregory or a copied design/pattern). Wish I could’ve captured more detail. My favorite backpack I spotted during all of SXSW 2013. Worn by a Japanese dude traveling with some bands. He said he purchased the pack as is and that it was based off of a Gregory Pack (not sure if he meant it was made by Gregory or a copied design/pattern). Wish I could’ve captured more detail. I usually don’t use a…
Week In Review ~ 16 March
…fall in the latter category. Designed as urban travel packs, they feature designated pockets and sections for tech gear and waterproof interior linings. In addition, an assortment of cases and pouches can be connected to the waterproof exterior of the packs via magnetic coupling hardware. To discover more check out the Kickstarter campaign. Combining fantasy and functionality There are a few factors that brands often highlight – quality, style, f…
Specialist Carry :: Freeskier (Olympic Special)
…nd, what does that icy environment demand from your gear? What’s important design-wise? It depends on what’s in our bags. But when in training, and on our way to the slopes, we don’t like to have cold boots or have our water frozen. Thermal equipment helps us out. A lot of wear and tear occurs when travelling around the globe. It’s important that our gear gets maintained and that our travel gear is protective. Are there any features from other car…
Struktur Event (Portland, OR) Recap
…ome introduction from Michelle and Sam, followed by quality speaker after speaker. The speakers ranged from outdoor gear designers, brand founders, design directors, creative directors, entrepreneurs, inventors, innovators, brand anthropologists, softgoods factory owners, crowdsource funding gurus, fashion designers, radio producers, published authors, and more. Progressive Reduction: “How do we make it less?” So many brands were represented (eith…
Berlin Muse :: Whipping Post in the South of France
…leys, lit by romantic amber wall lamp, and one night we wandered up to the peak of the promenade by the Vieille Ville hill, necking litre bottles of Kronenberg, laying eyes on the glow-white promenade lamps marking the shoreline, trailing off tinier and tinier into the distance in an arc of tiny congealing luminous pearls. I hadn’t expected too much from Nice; given its proximity to ritzy Cannes and Monaco, I suspected it might be a little ‘high e…
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