I’ve got a wild, borderline abusive relationship with Leica. On the one hand, I worship them for their genius in design and their relentless pursuit of optical perfection. But on the other, I c...
The Rollei 35—a pint-sized 35mm film camera with ergonomics that could drive a man to drink but a lens so sharp it could cut glass. No bells, no whistles—just raw, fully manual control and zo...
After getting my hands on both the Alpha 31 and Bravo 18, I felt compelled—no, driven—to complete the trilogy and dive into the Charlie 25. Now, if the Bravo is the scrappy younger sibling, t...
Last week, I tossed you a quick review of the Alpha 31—arguably the most versatile bag of the last decade. Today, I’m back with another offering from Remote Equipment: the Bravo 18. Now, on p...
Apparently, I’m on a tear, reviewing bags like a man possessed. A few weeks ago, I put out the call, and now UPS is practically a fixture at the studio, delivering a steady stream of contenders...
If you know anything about Dan Matsuda, you know the man doesn’t just make products; he conjures them—raw, unfiltered art disguised as everyday objects. Every piece he births into this world ...
To be honest, cam straps don’t usually make the cut in my chaotic dance of ratchet straps and bungee cords. They sit somewhere in the murky middle ground, neither here nor there, and that’s a...
After last week’s exposé on sub-25L backpacks, a few brave souls dared to inquire about the pack I strap to my own spine. And while the AER packs (and their ilk) might dance seductively in the...
A user came to me with a question—what’s the best EDC pack with around 25 liters of capacity? While he’s got no beef with GoRuck, he craves something with a bit more organization. This one�...
I usually steer clear of the consumerist bacchanalia that is Prime Day, but this year the gods of necessity demanded tribute. My quest led me to the holy grail of modern travel: a reliable charge...