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5 Minutes with Forceprotector Gear
…viding unparalleled customer services; qualities not commonly found in our industry. Overseas manufacturers have changed the perception of “true quality” (which is constructed with the best materials and craftsmanship) and have transformed the industry to accept cheaply made products in order to rationalize cost savings. Though there has been a very small resurgence in the interest of American-made products, the consumer still needs to understand…
Drive By :: CamelBak KUDU 12
…racing that I enjoy most, enduro. Enduro racing is a serious mountain bike-industry buzzword right now. The market is rife with “enduro specific” wheels, bikes, helmets, shoes and yes, bags. Pay no attention to the haters who say it’s all a fad though because there is a real reason for this trend being set. Some of the cause for its popularity is how accessible it is. You don’t need to be stunningly fit to have fun, nor do you need to be Evel Knie…
Best Specialist :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…lled in their respective fields – and some have even turned their specific industry on its head, rocking revolutionary designs that are a breath of fresh air in a stale sea of sameness. Now it’s time to single out who particularly shines in their chosen sphere of specialist carry. You have two votes to use as you will… Allocate your 1st choice with 2 points And your 2nd choice just with the 1 point. – Black Diamond Jetforce Avalanche airbag backpa…
Hall of Fame :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…an iconic pack, THE iconic pack. This pack kickstarted the British outdoor industry as we know it today, and was the first pack that was widely available in colour – until then, most packs were made with army surplus fabrics left over from the war. Images sourced from PTC* – Arc’teryx Arro 22 With only minor tweaks since the mid 2000’s, this backpack continues to look fresh and relevant. Sleek and compact with solid construction, the pack is ready…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Carry Hall of Fame Results
…ses, CamelBak have changed the way we hydrate forever. They’ve launched an industry, created an awesome carry brand, and helped millions keep their concentration on their chosen pursuit. – Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads…
From Rough Diamond to Polished Design :: Black Diamond JetForce Interview (Part 1)
…eries of avalanche airbag packs blew onto the scene and revolutionized the industry. So when we got the chance to learn first-hand about these packs from Black Diamond, it was an opportunity we weren’t going to miss. Black Diamond’s Pete Gompert [Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Lead], Derick Noffsinger [Industrial Design/UI design], Nick Rueff [Project Manager/QA Manager] and Jon Coppi [QA] shared their insights on the process that went into cr…
Struktur Event design conference 2015 & Giveaway Competition
Struktur Event is a creative conference for the active outdoor design industry – and we love it. It’s not a trade show and it’s not a fashion show. Instead it’s a space to discover and discuss various factors that influence design, from user experience to the science behind particular materials. Here people can share and discover fresh and innovative ideas within the outdoor design industry, all with the idea of pushing it forward in new and crea…
How to Keep Your Critical Gear Dry While Outdoors
…only 1 to 2 pounds per square inch, which translates (for consistency with industry conventions) into a range of 700mm to 1,400mm. In other words, standard weight silnylon, on average, is less than 15% as water resistant as even the lightest of the conventional coated nylons. If you own a silnylon gear sack, you can perform a simple experiment to get a sense of its poor water resistance. First, make sure that the seams are sealed with a product su…
Design Heads :: master-piece Japan
Over two decades in the carry industry, master-piece has firmly cemented its reputation as one of the most iconic and well-respected bag brands to come out of Japan. Having built up a loyal fan base through products that boast superior craftsmanship, functional design and fashion-friendly aesthetics, master-piece is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon. We were stoked at the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes perspective from the de…
5 Minutes with Linjer
…pay for status and exclusivity. 10x and 20x markups are not uncommon in an industry where 4-5x is the norm. But a lot of people want to buy for design and quality rather than for a feeling of exclusivity. And they don’t want to overpay for it. Those are the people who we are serving. “Well-made leather products shouldn’t have to cost a fortune.” We’re trying to upend the traditional luxury model by selling products with the finest materials and cr…
5 Key Elements :: Designing The Finisterre Waterproof Duffle
…nes that have remained with us are the ones that were built for the marine industry. There’s something really pleasing about the simplicity of these kind of bags, yet we found there was room for improvement. Fabrics, components, and construction being the main issues. Also from an environmental point of view we knew we could do better. We put together a list of what was needed. Tough, fully waterproof, ability to carry in hand and on the back, rem…
5 Key Elements :: Designing the Arc’teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag
Arc’teryx is one of the most respected names in the outdoor industry, with a reputation for advancing design and always searching for better. So when they announced the new Arc’teryx Voltair Avalanche Airbag, the industry sat up and took note. While Arc’teryx Senior Hardgoods Designer Peter Hill handled the design of the pack itself, the mechanics of the airbag system were steered to success by the experienced hand of Gordon Rose, Senior Industri…
Packing List :: Outdoor Photojournalist
…ell stories. Working as a freelance photographer and writer in the outdoor industry, while on assignment in the past year I’ve learned how to throw spears at coconuts in French Polynesia, dodge saltwater crocodiles in Cuba, navigate uninvited sharks in Samoa, and eat all manner of unidentifiable food. Based in southwestern Montana, I can usually be found trying to juggle a fly rod, a notebook, and a camera. My work chiefly involves the fly-fishing…
The James Brand :: Studio Visit
…way more knives than I actually need. The James Brand is a newcomer to an industry that is filled with giants like CRKT and Kershaw (both of which are based in Portland), as well as plenty of small shops and independent makers. What makes three guys with backgrounds completely unrelated to the knife industry think they could pull off making a product people would actually want to know? It took a while to find the shop, but Ryan came down and gave…
Triple Aught Design’s Destination : Dune (Part 2)
…to ask who is riding out here. I’m told these are wild burros. The mining industry relied heavily on donkeys for carrying heavy loads and then when the industry died, rather than haul out all the equipment and the donkeys…they simply left it all behind. They went home, heads hanging low, hats in hands, dreams left behind in the dark barren mines. As Jeff Goldblum notably said “life, uh…finds a way.” The wild burros adapted and found their water s…
Hall of Fame Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…roach to weatherproofing carry gear. Not only is the WaterTight™ zipper an industry game changer, but its development history is great inspiration for not giving up on an idea you’re passionate about, no matter how long it may take. Much respect, Arc’teryx! ________________________________________________________ Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Comm…
The CamelBak Pursuit Series :: A New Experience
…l gear and instruction provided by the brands. It’s a win/win. The outdoor industry is booming. Or perhaps it’s more accurately described as trending. Swoon-worthy Instagram photos and epic Facebook videos have done a lot in the last few years to drive people to the outdoors more than ever before. Yet for every one of these newly-hooked outdoorsmen and women taking sunrise selfies on top of a mountain, there’s two who have no actual clue how to pa…
5 Reasons To Wait for Thule’s New Hardside Luggage
…re delivering some of the most durable polycarbonate hardside cases in the industry. Its impressive 8-wheel system glides with ease and over any surface The collection features an 8-wheel system that includes a combination of oversized rear wheels and smaller front wheels. The larger rear wheels move easily over rough terrain such as cobblestone streets, high pile carpet and curbs or steps, while having smaller wheels in the front of the case maxi…
Brand of the Year – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Recognizing a champion in the industry for more than the standard of their releases, this award goes to the brands pushing beyond product and profit – the brands who genuinely engage, educate and inspire. But what do these three key criteria for Brand of the Year really mean? Let’s break it down: Engage Do they present in public forums? Dive into 1-on-1 conversations? Ask questions of us, playful and meaningful? Connect with events and content? C…
CIVIC: Bringing Merino Basics to the World
…trip, and we hold our product to a standard commensurate with the outdoor industry. That said, we’re obsessed with materials. We spend a disproportionate amount of time looking over fabric swatches, buttons, snaps, zippers, thread and more fabric swatches. Having found inspiration in an industry connected to the outdoors as well as a natural material, we fully understand the impact we have around the globe. One of our core tenets is to use any an…
Join our Exclusive Community and Marketplace Today!
…t inspires them or any insights they might have for getting into the carry industry yourself? Carryology Classified will be hosting a variety of Live Q&As with brand heads, makers, designers, adventurers and more, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask those carry questions you’ve always wanted to know the answers to. Swap, sell and buy This is a big one, folks! It’s long been requested that a space could be set up for our community to buy, sell…
You Need to Know about the Nite Ize TRU-Zip. Period.
…Nite Ize’s TRU-Zip is the best innovation I’ve found in the entire outdoor industry in at least the past 5 years. Yep, that’s a seriously bold statement. And I stand behind it. In fact, if we gave out Carryology awards at OR winter shows this would have won the “Best Carry Innovation” award… AND the “Best In Show” award. No joke. Look, just to clarify, I do love YKK zippers. I’ve probably used the equivalent length of their zippers on products I’v…
Showstoppers: The Best Gear from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019
Outdoor Retailer is North America’s biggest outdoor industry tradeshow. A place where big names and up-and-comers alike showcase their best new offerings. And you can be sure Carryology wasn’t going to miss it. Summer Market 2019 delivered a host of top-notch gear but some offerings in particular stood out. Discover some of the best carry-related gear from OR that really captured our attention… Osprey Archeon and Arcane Collections For the first…
Best EDC 2019
…erman have been in the multi-tool business for 35 years and are one of the industry’s most prominent and respected names. Their Free series builds on the brand’s extensive expertise, taking multifunctional EDC to the next level. Five years in the making, the Free series utilizes magnetic architecture to allow tools to open smoothly and effortlessly. And with all of the tools located externally, you get easier and quicker access. The series is made…
How to Choose a Well-Designed Backpack, According to Designers
…tgoods design of bags, packs, and travel gear for some major brands in the industry… My best advice… Yes, listen to OutKast.“I’mma show you how to wild out like Jack Tripper. Let me be bambino on your snipples. YKK on yo’ zipper, lick you like a lizard when I’m slizzerd”. That quick 4-word verse snuck in there from Mr. Big Boi can make all the difference between choosing a great bag and one that falls apart on you at the worst time possible. For e…
Our Beginners Guide to the Best Used Gear on the Planet
…rowing quickly and fast, with individuals, small indie companies and large industry players alike all getting in on the resale and secondhand action. More and more people are looking for the best used gear as an alternative to new. And there are plenty of reasons why it makes sense to make the switch… Why buy, swap and sell secondhand gear? Money savings There are a variety of benefits to buying, swapping and selling secondhand gear. But probably…
Origin Story: Reflecting On Our First Decade
…the mainstream. We wanted to shine a light on the best innovations in the industry in the hope of pushing the needle, just a little bit, every year. Around this annual drumbeat, we were interviewing heroes, attending our first OR, sharing Japanese carry culture, making friends, and praising Big Blues. We were exploring the fringes of carry, the cutting-edge ingredients of carry, whilst also telling stories about the foundation pieces that helped…
Best New Gear: December 2019
…good Ti pens to killer collabs and a new wonder fabric set to shake up the industry. Let’s dive in! Outdoor Klättermusen Ull Blot Special Edition Klättermusen want to help people enjoy the outdoors as sustainably as possible. And to do that they’ve created the Ull Blot Special Edition Backpack. A limited edition of their 30L mountaineering pack, this lightweight bag is crafted from undyed, recycled Polyamide with Kevlar® reinforcements. Designed f…
The Best Cloth Face Masks From Carry Brands
…icago’s front line responders, so your purchase will do a little good too. Industry of All Nations Community Face Mask – Pack of Three (US$24) Industry of All Nations are offering sustainably made face masks, available in packs of three. The washable and reusable Community Face Mask is made from a triple-layered, upcycled cotton fabric and has tie straps to secure it in place. Kiriko Face Mask (US$25) Kiriko offer an eye-catching take on face mask…
The Eighth Annual Carry Awards: 1st Round Voting
…are here! The time where we all gather together to celebrate the best the industry has to offer, across 14 categories. Giving truly great gear the accolades it merits. Of course, when it comes to highlighting that gear, you guys, our awesome readers are always on point. Endorsing pieces from big names and smaller players alike. So we’re looking to your knowledge and expertise again this year to shine a spotlight on the best and most innovative ne…
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