Waterproof gear is the holy grail of travel, right? The ability to take your precious camera, backpack, shoes, or phone into a howling monsoon or a peaceful canoe trip without a hint of anxiety is practically a superpower. However, there’s a big difference between waterproof and water-resistant gear, it’s important to know the difference, and quality matters. If you’ve ever stuffed y...

When developing a new bag collection, choosing the right manufacturing partner is only part of the decision. Brands also need to decide how their products will be developed. Should you provide your own designs and specifications, or work with a manufacturer that already has product designs available? In bag manufacturing, these two approaches are commonly known as OEM (Original Equipment Manufactu...

For brands targeting business travelers, commuters, students, and urban professionals, an anti-theft laptop backpack can offer more than a place to carry electronic devices. It combines laptop protection, organized storage, convenient access, and practical security features in one everyday product. Developing a custom anti-theft laptop backpack requires more than adding a combination lock or hidde...