May 2023 Gear Recap
A pretty quiet month in terms of bag and watch news. However, there were awesome EDC Gear launches. I've started to get back into making Youtube videos. Read more to find out what I've been up to.
Gear News, Releases & Announcements
Bags
Alpaka Elements Travel Backpack - Love the sleek look of this 35L travel backpack. It’s got all of the usual features for travel such as luggage pass-through, AirTag pocket and lockable zippers.
Alpaka Bravo Waist Pack - The design of the Bravo Waist Pack looks very similar to Go Sling Mini. The 4L size seems too bulky to carry around the waist and I’d probably use it as a sling instead.
Alpaka Go Sling - The bigger brother of the Go Sling Mini is finally here! The new update seems alright but I prefer the silhouette and design of the Bravo Waist Pack more.
Peak Design x Logitech Everyday Backpack Zip - An unusual new partnership between Peak Design and Logitech. From the photos, it looks like a revamped PD Everyday Backpack Zip with dedicated pockets for Logitech Peripherals.
Hyperlite Elevate 22 - A new ultralight 22L backpack made from Dyneema that weighs around 500 grams. Looks like a solid option for day hiking!
Watches
Yema Superman 500 DATO - Love this vintage styling and the 39mm size of this diver. The white dial variant is my favourite!
Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple GMT - This Flieger is soo beautiful and I love the dial design. It comes in a titanium case with a DLC coating on a Cordura-like strap. Sadly this one is a limited edition and only 100pcs are available.
RZE Aspirare - My friends at RZE are launching another new collection. This new titanium dive watch now offers a customisable bracelet and bezel. When I caught up with Travis last month, I had the opportunity to see the prototype of the limited edition meteorite dial and it’s so beautiful in person!
Other Gear
Olight OPen Glow - I’ve had this pen for a few months now and this might be the ultimate EDC pen! It’s got a pen clip led light, pen tip light, and green laser and comes with its own charging dock!
Mystery Ranch at Rushfaster - Mystery Ranch bags are now available at Rushfaster. I can’t wait to grab my very first Mystery Ranch pack from my friends at Rushfaster!
GiantMouse x Carryology Riv Auxikko- The geometric pattern on the handle is so beautiful! This Voxnaes design is 🔥
Foursevens x Carrylology Preon P1 Onibibi - Another awesome Carryology collab this month. This titanium triple A flashlight has a Nichia LED with high CRI. I’m a huge fan of the Asanoha pattern engraved on the body.
Things I’ve been working on recently
Marathon Steel Navigator
I finally got back into making Youtube videos. My friends at Marathon were super kind and sent me their latest Steel Navigator ahead of the launch. In this video, we're looking at the new upgrades compared to the original Navigator.
Tachibana Co. Origami Crane Pendant 🔥
Just dropped the Origami Crane Pendant over on Tachibana. It’s currently available for pre-order
Check out the new Origami Pendant→
Client Work
This month I've continued to create more video content for my friends at Ridge and Dango 🙌
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