The Material Review
Issue 073: The Patagonia Black Hole Duffel, Sid's Guide to ATL, Taylor Sheridan’s World, Pretty Objects Vs Merely Functional Ones, RM Williams, Spotlight On: Suede and Engineered Garments x Red Wing.
Stories worth reading. Stop indexing the internet.
Why the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Is Still the Best Adventure Travel Bag
“Our resident gear expert reflects on why, 21 years after launch, the legendary Black Hole Duffel remains an unbeatable option for hauling outdoor gear” [Field Mag]
Sid Mashburn’s Guide to Atlanta
“The menswear designer shares his favorite spots in his home city” [Air Mail]
It’s Taylor Sheridan’s World. We’re Just Watching It
“The Yellowstone auteur is printing money with his sprawling TV universe — a place where America is great again, work is glorified, and a lone, brave man saves the day” [Rolling Stone]
Do “Pretty” Objects Work Better Than Merely Functional Ones? A Marital Debate
“When it comes to home goods, I prefer utility over form. My wife feels otherwise.” [Dwell]
The J. Peterman Edition
“On cinematic universes, Seinfeld, and physical catalogs.” [WITI]
RM Williams: An interview with Paul Grosmann
A shortlist of things we’ve got our eye on.
Small Talk Studio Curve Hem Dress Shirt
RTIC 22 QT Ultra-Light Wheeled Cooler
Anker Nano Travel Adapter
Blundstone Clog
Filson Scout Backpack
Suede
Crockett & Jones Salcombe 2
Sabah Alto Boot
Billy Made for Friends Ruff Out Tan Suede Belt
Valstar Paul Padded Suede Jacket
Ezra Arthur Brooklyn Nubuck Suede Tote
Engineered Garments x Red Wing
The Black Hole is essential for angling travels.
Re: The Black Hole Duffel: I think the Best American Duffel might be a better bag given the internal/external pockets and the use of seatbelt webbing (and they’ve been around longer). The BHD duffel does use water resistant fabric, which can be a plus. Still a great bag, and widely copied.
The BAD is still made in America.