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The Best Snowboarding Gear, Tested 2021
…policy. Not only do they work for your extra traction needs, their fold-up design allows them to be used as lifting blocks too. I’m seriously impressed by these, the design, the size, and the ease of use. If you’re an adventurer of any kind, these should live in your car all year round. YETI Camino Carryall Tote Bag This YETI tote is just plain useful in a variety of different ways. It has become a “must bring” item. The ThickSkin shell is close t…
Best New Gear | August 2023
…ter option allowing you to attach the buckle to a bag without sewing. Snow Peak Recycled Titanium Aurora Bottle Snow Peak have introduced their first recycled titanium product in the form of the eye-catching Recycled Titanium Aurora Bottle. The anodized titanium bottle has been designed in collaboration with Nippon Steel and includes a recycled plastic bottle cap as well. The titanium construction means you can avoid unpleasant aftertastes sometim…
Best ‘Buy It For Life’ Gear | Clothes, Backpacks, Boots, Jackets and More
…ble, and handsome boot will keep your feet (and you) happy on the go. Snow Peak x Danner Light II (US$450) Venturing outdoors and want trusty comfort for your hardworking feet? Snow Peak and Danner have you sorted with their collaborative Danner Light II trekking boots. The limited-edition boots are handcrafted in the USA and feature a fire-resistant leather upper, waterproof GORE-TEX liner, and Vibram MEGAGRIP® outsole. Built for a lifetime of ou…
Triple Aught Design shop visit :: San Francisco, CA
…, or maybe not at all. I’ll never tell. As usual, I offer suggestions, bag designer to bag designer… and Dan has already thought of every single one of them, plus 300 variations of that idea. Dan personally tests each of the pack prototypes, loading them up with heavy weights and hiking for miles and miles to ensure proper comfort, fit, and functionality. He mentioned something similar to loading up 30 lbs and hiking 7 miles “just the other day”,…
Top 5: Best EDC 2020
…magnets to keep it locked shut. STRENGTHS Most technical build Innovative design Wins in X-Factor Prometheus Design Werx PB&J Tool The Prometheus Design Werx PB&J Tool sits in a unique position compared to all the other items in your pocket because everything it can do can also be done on a majority of other multi-tools too. But the PB&J Tool carves out its own category as the best pry tool because although other gear can do it, this is a dedicat…
How to Design a Backpack, According to Designers (with Hunter Nordhauser)
…ple.” Every trip resets your brain. Exploration is a mindset. Learn Who to Design For Learn who to design for – especially in a new category or activity. Immerse yourself. Being naive is a kind of superpower. When you’re not weighed down by how it’s ‘supposed to be done,’ you stay open. The work gets sharper when you’re humble enough to admit you don’t know enough yet. Curiosity is the only credential that really matters. Observation turns curiosi…
Best New Gear | August 2021
…yling to the jean scene with their AEM272 Tech Stretch Jean. A five-pocket design that blends performance and style in one. Designed to embrace active use, it features stretch fabric, water and stain repellence, understated reflective detailing, reinforced rear pockets, and a zippered coin/phone pocket. So you can hop from your bike to the office without missing a beat. And for the ladies? A dedicated women’s design courtesy of the AEW270 Tech Str…
The Best Snowboarding and Ski Backpacks of 2023
…snow packs – Helmet holder can be difficult to unhook Mystery Ranch Saddle Peak Pack (US$219) The updated 25L Saddle Peak is aimed at day-long ski touring adventures, with Mystery Ranch’s signature burly functionality well on display. The external reinforcement panel with 840d nylon and a tough Carbonite coating pairs with upgraded 320d NP Phantom Ripstop fabric with a wax coating, helping the pack tackle demanding use while shedding snow and wate…
Design Heads :: master-piece Japan
…like a little mystery to add to the appeal 😉 … Can you tell us about your design team? Who are the characters and what do they specialize in? Currently, our design team has 5 members who are 20-30’s men and women. Each member has a role in design like bags or accessories, but it doesn’t apply always. Are there any key insights that guide your stuff? What do you know that most others haven’t realized? We think it’s important to design what you thi…
Carry Conversations :: Dana Gleason
…ot here – pretty much within an hour after you’re gone. Along the lines of design, how do you design new products? Do you use CAD programs like Rhino? The real core of it is thinking about the need of the user of the bag and what their expectations are going to be. When we are building something for the outdoor market or the lifestyle market, that’s quite a bit more difficult than when we are building for the military or the firefighters because i…
Behind the Scenes of The Arc’teryx Brand
…he Arc’teryx ‘brand’ enter your design decisions? How different would your designs be if you were designing for yourself rather than for Arc’teryx? The brand’s high performance and high quality expectations drive design decisions here. Our purest design motivations and inspiration come from personal mandate but those must be filtered so we end up with commercially viable, mass producible gear with wide appeal. Designing for myself is different wit…
The Best ‘Made in the USA’ Backpack Brands of 2022
…om; huckberry.com GR1, $335: goruck.com GR2, $395: goruck.com Triple Aught Design Triple Aught Design build gear to help people live more adventurously. It’s reliable and adaptable gear that will get you through the task at hand, whether that’s scaling a summit or commuting to work. Based in Dogpatch, San Francisco, the brand has been one of constant progression. Experimenting with technical fabrics, modularity and expansion, their packs are some…
Arc’teryx Reddit AMA
…——————————————————————————- 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 grew up in the hills around Wellington, New Zealand, before moving to Australia and studying Industrial Design at Swinburne University. Aft…
Stocking Stuffers: Best 50 Gifts Under $50
…encil cases can sometimes make it hard to access items inside. But Bellroy designed their Pencil Case with a thoughtful fold-out design, creating easy access to individual items. Pull loops on either end make it easy to open and close, while the versatile design lends itself to stationery, small tech items, and a variety of EDC essentials too. Rumpl Beer Blanket Six-Pack (US$39) Cold brews are inviting. Cold hands? Not so much. Rumpl has a solutio…
Interview with Francli
…h graduates of Falmouth University where we studied Performance Sportswear Design and Fashion Design respectively. In Falmouth we clicked on a shared love of Cornish beaches and terrible puns – most of our time away from the studio was spent scrambling around the local coastlines, shooting air rifles and building fires. We also connected on our obsession with Scandinavian design values, Japanese aesthetic theory and the rich history of military an…
The Evolution of the Elements :: Bellroy Interview
…hard to find ways to test our ideas quickly before even a full product is designed. We try to avoid designing the perfect product. Rather more hacking, testing ideas and combining them in cohesive ways. Exploration instead of invention. “What if we could do that and this and that? Would that work?” The prototyping, hacking, cutting, gluing directly on something physical and going back to the drafting table when necessary, and then back to the obj…
Week In Review ~ 1 June
…so you can keep your tech protected while minimizing your carry, plus the design facilitates airflow to prevent your device from overheating. Available in black and natural colorways, the handmade Peak incorporates South African Merino wool felt and Norwegian vegetable-tanned leather and accommodates the MacBook Air 13″ and MacBook 13″ Retina Display. Lexdray changes up the look for summer Summer is often a time that inspires people to change up…
Best New Gear | February 2022
…ll-received industry-wide. People sat up and took notice, people like Snow Peak. Last year, they released a collaboration blanket that combined Snow Peak’s legendary Takibi fire-resistant fibers with Rumpl’s lightweight recycled insulation. This is the perfect piece for firepits and camping, and is worth keeping in the car too! With a useful carrying case (including aluminum buckles) it’s time to step up your blanket game! Hyperlite Mountain Gear…
Best New Gear | March 2022
…ched earlier this month. Building on the success of the original LifeStraw design, the Peak Collection features six models, offering durability and versatility in lightweight compact carrying options. The Personal Water Filter Straw, Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System (in both 650 ml and 1L sizes), 3L and 8L Gravity Water Filter System, and the 8L Gravity Water Filter + Water Storage Bag. Most of the collection is available in two colo…
19 Best Keychain Flashlights for Everyday Carry (EDC)
…water-resistant rating and comes with an included reversible pocket clip. Peak Eiger Keychain Flashlight (from US$49.95) If you like a little customizability in your flashlights, check out the Peak Eiger Keychain Flashlight, which offers a range of options to tailor it to your preferences. The Cree XPG white LED comes in three white tint output options including Cool White, Neutral White, and High CRI. You also have a choice of body styles and bo…
Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy from July 2024
…il locations across the world and online in Canada. New Lighting from Snow Peak For Summer 2024, Snow Peak, the Japanese camping brand with decades of heritage, has introduced two new lighting options and an existing fan-favorite update. First up, introducing Celes – a low-profile, multifunctional LED light. The lower portion illuminates your gathering space while the upper shines towards the ceiling. Most lighting is directional, but the Celes is…
Design Heads :: Interview with Barrett Willet (REI)
…esigning for yourself rather than for REI? Not that much. I love efficient designs and designs that help enhance the experience. I fold that philosophy into my designs because I think it’s appreciated by everyone. How similar are the designers in your team? Do you guys shoot for consistency or diversity? We’re a pretty diverse group, and I think that makes us stronger. Each of us brings something a little different to the conversation. What motiva…
Best Jackets for Summer Outdoor Adventures
…zippers, thin 1.6mm seam tape, full lamination… it’s a really good mix of design and technology. Design and Features Well, what’s the big deal? You’ve been using the Beta LT for years, right? Wrong! This is a completely new Beta LT. It’s not a refreshment, it’s a new jacket with new features. The new tricot backer technology feels a bit like the C-KNIT™ backer (from the Zeta LT, discontinued) but it’s thinner, so it transfers sweat even better to…
The Evolution of Carry :: Interview with CO.ALITION
…he idea? Casey: We knew long ago, while fully immersed in the outdoor pack design, that we wanted to design urban packs; we just weren’t sure how it fit into the MHM scheme of things. We had a bunch of ideas for what we wanted to do as far as the functionality and aesthetic of the bag went, but it wasn’t until we were on a business trip in Japan that something clicked. We have done a lot of traveling since we started MHM and one day we were on a b…
Oppermann London :: A New Move
…re removing from the collection. Design failure? This story is not fashion design related but it’s a funny design failure. Some summers ago, twiddling our thumbs in the Swedish countryside, Niklas and I attempted to build a flying drone. We thought that it couldn’t be that hard. So we built one. And it took off! But within seconds, and after a big crash, our drone was in smithereens. When the day comes, and I have enough time for these boyish proj…
Building Elite Camera Bags: An Interview with Ian Millar
…being able to fuel up without breaking your stride is a key element to our design theory. Our design leads to more energy to focus on creating images. With that said, I think one key aspect that makes us different than others is the fact that I am extremely hands-on with every aspect of the brand. I’m testing the bags regularly, but I am also in the factory tweaking them. I am familiar with every detail of the design but also the production side a…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC2 | The Samurai Rises
…lor, vibrant red. And then… we had the fabric printed with our own custom-designed Carryology geometric pattern called auxikko. Our design is directly inspired by the Japanese geometric pattern kikko, which is the word for samurai armor plates as well as the word for the pattern of a tortoise shell, both being visually similar to one another. Custom auxikko-printed high-vis samurai-red Cordura 500D nylon liner, done. SMOOTH AS SILK GORUCK’s zippe…
Human Interface: a Guide to Backpack Harness Innovation
…tions remain the same. We continue to walk along our path in the pursuit of survival and exploration, carrying what we need for a successful journey. Many thanks to Jayson Yagi for the above article. Jayson is an industrial designer and pack designer, with former clients including Igloo, Speck, and ReadyRig. He also served as Senior Product Developer at JanSport. Currently, Jayson is a Product Designer at Ruggable. Check out his website here….
Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy from June 2024
…hoice of colors and lengths accommodate personal preferences. Triple Aught Design Cortex Glove Designed to embrace a variety of uses and settings, the Cortex Glove combines durability, comfort, and sleek aesthetics in one. Made in collaboration with Philleywood, each pair is handcrafted in California using abrasion-resistant and flexible Keratan goatskin on the palm side with a distinct “etched diamond” surface. Camo printed goatskin features on t…
Exclusive Release | Trakke x Carryology Muir Project III
…th to fit. Morale Patches Morale patches add a fun touch. Given the pack’s design, we agreed that a Velcro patch panel was a natural fit. We even expanded the size to the standard 3″x2″ patch. Instead of using the limited tartan pieces, we chose a meaningful design. Crafted in-house at Trakke, the rear topographical map depicts the exact location of Muir’s cabin in Yosemite National Park. Our patch features a bold and iconic “MUIR” with three vert…
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