WINTER 2015
the
mount from
hale vest
offers
timberland a
practical
approach
layering, with
to
resistant canvas with
made
abrasion and
cordura® lined
flannel.
topo de s ig n s and
salomon
teamed the
up
pro shoe, to
on
instinct set
release
spring made
‘ 15,
with
trannon culinary
premium materials cordura® and
redefined
travel,
like nylon
knife
bags
how
featuring
with
1,000- d e n i e r
horween
leather.
has
chefs
classic
durable cordura®
fabric.
“For over 45 years, CORDURA® brand has set the standard for
The tried-and-true nature of its range of fabrics, including CORDURA® Denim, CORDURA® Combat Wool and CORDURA®
what durable fabrics should be.
Canvas, lends itself seamlessly to the contemporary urban commuter that cycles, skates or rides motorbikes, offering a truly holistic approach to living the CORDURA® lifestyle. Apparel, outerwear,
Equal parts fashion and function,
footwear and accessories can look aesthetically pleasing while maintaining those industrial-strength attributes CORDURA® is
they have created a portfolio of
known for possessing, regardless of what mother nature throws our way. So, in the true Philadelphia spirit of riding our bikes when we want with whom we want, we say, “Back off, Jack Frost. We are on
stylish, versatile and apparel-
an Italian Market mission to cook up some belly-warming beef and acorn stew with our favorite local crew.”
focused fabrics that have been embraced by some of today’s most contemporary workwear
head
to
and outdoor brands, including
thisisrange.com for and
our
beef
acorn
stew
recipe!
Levi’s, Timberland, Topo Designs, Dickies and Chrome.”
There was once a time when messenger bags were primarily
by suburban high school ravers and urban fashionistas
worn by, you guessed it, bike messengers. However, when
alike. Manhattan Portage packs were worn like a badge
Manhattan Portage founder John Peters decided to design
of honor by in-the-know New Yorkers, the iconic red
a new version of the commuter-friendly pack in the early
label of the city skyline proudly emblazoned on every bag.
1980s, he changed the game, making a bag that was not only more functional for core cyclists on the go, but could
While there have been plenty of imitators, no one has
also be carried by straphangers, students and stylists from
been able to legitimately replicate the spirit or authenticity
Harlem to Lower East Side.
that makes Manhattan Portage so unique. Repping some serious street cred, they have held it down for over 30
To make a cycling-friendly bag that was “New York Tough,”
years with their exceptional construction and use of
Peters replaced the unreliable canvas and nylon historically
premium materials. As they look towards the future, while
used for messenger bags with CORDURA® fabric, adding
taking direction from the past, Manhattan Portage has
delrin buckles and reflective stripes to create a more
successfully transitioned from underground cult status
lightweight, durable and visible bag. This revamp of what
to mainstream pop culture, cementing their standing
was once a functional tool for delivery cyclists became all
as the go-to brand for functional packs and timeless
the rage with the general public during the ‘90s, adopted
bags, both in NYC and around the world.
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alex
gomes