As I learn more about plastic and the hazard it presents to the environment, I’ve been making a conscious effort to use less and less of it every day. I decline straws in restaurants and I honestly cannot remember the last time I bought water or any beverage in a plastic bottle. (Why can’t spring water come in aluminum or paper like soda or many protein drinks?)
Anybody who rides a bike can use an extra compartment for things like lock and chain keys, a phone, a tire repair kit, a bag of weed… The big challenge is finding one that balances looks, durability and price. Brooklyn Bicycle Co. just introduced one that does just that.
One of the keys to the perfect weekend getaway is the perfect bag. My friends at Owen & Fred have a very smart collection of duffel bags that fit the bill, coming in several color and material combinations to accommodate any taste.
A few weeks ago, I wrote a piece here about Owen & Fred’s Kickstarter campaign for a new line of bags they wanted to… well… kickstart.
I happen to be in the market for a duffel bag, and it looks like a just found one... Brooklyn locals Owen & Fred are launching a smart new collection of bags on Kickstarter. All the bags are under $100…
I love my Dopp kit. It's a durable, gray, waxed canvas bag made by Wm. J. Mills Sailmakers in Greenport, NY. I acquired this indestructible bag from Brooklyn's own Owen & Fred, purveyors of smart, handsome, well-made and affordable accessories…
Having just done some air travel over the holidays, bags are on my mind. More specifically, smarter bags. At the airport security checkpoint and on the plane, I observed much clumsy fumbling with carry-on bags, particularly with inexperienced or unprepared…