I was standing at a stoplight the last time I saw my friend. He rolled up fast, locking his breaks, and almost mowing me down as he skid his bike into the crosswalk. As was the custom of bike messengers in those days (and likely now), he paid no attention to me or any of […]
Daypacks
The Granite Gear Kahiltna 29 Daypack
Sometimes, looking at backpacks is a little like looking at toothbrushes: you’ve got your handle and your bristles/you’ve got your straps and your pockets. At times, it seems the only thing distinguishing one from the next are the color blocks and logos. Sure there are other elements that come into play, but at the end […]
Thule 25L MacBook Crossover Backpack
A backpack designed for laptops, the Thule 25L MacBook Crossover was one I was excited about. Its being built by Thule* the makers of all of those beautifully engineered bike, truck, and roof racks, it was sure to be a nicely thought out piece. And for the most part, I was right. The construction is […]