We’re living in a digital age, but we still have lots of physical things we need to carry around. The first bag was probably invented by a caveperson, but here in 2018 we’re still cranking out new, innovative bag types. Here’s the best of what we saw this year in bag design:
Adam Savage released his NASA-inspired, made-from-recycled-materials EDC Two bag, a lower-cost version of his toolbox-inspired EDC One.
For an actual toolbox-in-a-bag, check out Klein Tools’ super-handy Tradesman Pro Tool Master Backpack.
Peak Design continued to demonstrate their mastery of bag design, creating the well-thought-out Travel Line and packing system.
We also got a great behind-the-scenes look at what goes into both the design and final production of a Peak Design bag.
Speaking of behind-the-scenes, this year we got to interview Lina Westin, the designer of IAMRUNBOX’s Spin Bag.
If you need to carry a lot of stuff and prefer rectilinear bags, Nomatic’s versatile 30-Liter Travel Bag provides a lot of functionality and storage space within a clean, minimalist exterior design.
We also saw some innovation in the design of how bags are meant to be carried. A set of ergonomic and retrofittable SuperStraps came onto the market to make any backpack easier to carry.
The HoverGlide Floating Backpack’s design cleverly manipulates physics to stay level in space while you run, conserving energy.
Another clever design is the WoodOX Sling, which vastly improves the ergonomics of carrying tricky-to-transport firewood.
Though not technically a bag, Pelican Cases are known for their legendary durability and protection for hauling sensitive and delicate items. We got to see how they manufacture their indestructible products.
How about a bag that both transports and dispenses booze? The PortoVino Crossbody Bag features a hidden tap, letting you tipple on the go.
Lastly, we encountered this brilliant design for a no-strap backpack.
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