Right now, the point where form and function and fashion meet can be boiled down to one standard, Army-issue word: camo. You can find the newest iterations of everyone's favorite chameleonesque material on pants and pocket squares and belts and briefs, so it's no surprise it finally made its way onto the exterior of ... continue reading
We don't like to do it, but often we sacrifice style for function and cost. Instead of the Restoration Hardware desk we want, we settle for a snap together Ikea model and are left dreaming of the one out of our league. When we come across something that we actually love that is affordable, functional and stylish ... continue reading
For a no-frills flask that's perfect to toss in your bag when you're out camping or exploring, turn to Stanley. The classic brand has been crafting solid, well-made food and drink gear since 1913. Their latest flask is the first in the Adventure Series which is aimed at being both essential and rugged. With more grip ... continue reading
Social networking is fantastic, but it has one critical downfall. It's not privacy. It's not the smorgasbord of choices and the regurgitated content. It's not even the video of the half in the bag karaoke performance of "Don't Stop Believin'" that you and ten of your closest college buddies made the mistake of recording. ... continue reading
Inspiration can hit you at any time whether you're with or without your camera. Unless you're a tourist who fills up an SD card with shots of you and the Eiffel Tower—all slightly askew, poorly lit and some missing half your face—you'll need to be ready when that inspiration comes. By loading your gear into the ... continue reading
We're just going to put this out there - Mission Workshop is the Apple of the bag world. It doesn't matter how many messengers, iPhones, rucksacks or iPads you already have, you're always going to want the latest and greatest. The VX Messenger Bags from Mission Workshop's Advanced Project Series are the new hotness ... continue reading
We never thought the day would come that we would be able to tell you guys about a bandolier that was still relevant in the 21st Century. Originally issued between the 16th and 18th Century, the bandolier is, stereotypically, used for carrying ammunition and/or grenades. With the advent of modern magazines (barring ... continue reading
It's a well known fact that the only thing better than just drinking is drinking in public because it's just the right amount of naughty. Technically you could get arrested, but that's half the fun. (On that note, according to the lawyers we're obligated to say "Cool Material does not condone or recommend public consumption.") ... continue reading
While the ability to carry a sack of potatoes, bag of groceries and twelve pack of beer on your back (check the video) is certainly impressive, it isn't always necessary or practical. Mission Workshop took their time tested formula (militant cyclists + functional design * waterproof fabrics + military spec) and created ... continue reading
There are but a few companies that consistently deliver products we don't just think about buying - we actually do. Everyone's favorite tech fruit company is definitely on the list, but so is Fossil, mainly because of their bags. The latest collection, Terrain, features bags made of leather and canvas that set themselves ... continue reading
How much stuff do you have on your person when you leave your domicile on a daily basis? iPad? Smartphone? Moleskine or two? Maybe even a laptop? Even if you're David Copperfield there's no way you can get all that stuff from point a to point b without the assistance of some sort of bag. Forget the separate messenger ... continue reading
Taking one item and turning it into another, more useful item probably isn't anything new to you. It's how plumbing hose and a funnel became a beer bong. How macaroni pieces and Elmer's glue became art. Scrap plywood and 2x4 became a bike shelf. Now, it's how a vintage, worn-in US military duffel bag became another, ... continue reading
Bags, bags, bags and more bags. Messengers, backpacks, rucksacks and briefcases are all already covered. The only thing left that still needs to be added to the stable is a tote. Honestly, up until this Fossil Carrier Utility Bag, we couldn't really get behind tote bags. There are quite a few we really like, but even ... continue reading
The cat is kind of out of the bag when it comes to tablet computers. It's more of a pain to carry around than just your phone. You can't be as productive with it as you can be with a laptop because it doesn't have a physical keyboard. But honestly, we've grown so attached to our iPads that we'd probably be more likely ... continue reading
Backpacks. Rucksacks. Over-the-shoulder stuff holder. It might not be large enough to hold a boulder, but this Whillas & Gunn Nullabor Rucksack can fit many medium to large size rocks in its cinch closure, leather strapped main compartment. Quick reach around for access to the 9" zipper pocket on the outer left. ... continue reading
Every man needs a bag. Make no mistake, we're not talking about a man bag. We're talking about a manly means of transporting an amount of stuff larger than what fits in your pockets from point a to point b. This can be the day's hunt, beers, a change of clothes, work, gym clothes or myriad other things. Jack Bauer ... continue reading
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