Peak Design’s Modular Camera Straps

A camera sling and hand strap with quick connecting links for swapping straps on the move

As any photographer that’s been around the block before will attest, few things are as irritating as equipment getting in the way of a shot, whether it’s restrictive straps or just poorly designed attachment points that take too much time to adjust. San Francisco’s Peak Design aims to tackle the issue with their soon-to-be-shipped Kickstarter-funded products. Touting two straps with a modular connecting system, Peak …

STM’s Drifter Laptop Backpack

This design from the Australian company offers dual sleeves for tablet and computer, detachable raincover and more

Unsatisfied with the limited options for laptop bags, Ethan Nyholm ended up wrapping his computer in bubble wrap and tucking it into a sports backpack for his daily commute through the scenic Bondi area of Sydney, Australia. Later, he co-founded STM bags to build bags that fully protected electronics while suiting his on-the-go lifestyle. Recently testing out the Drifter Laptop Backpack we found it to …

Test Drive: 2015 BMW M3 and M4

We now understand why many auto journalists rate this car the best in its class

Now I get it. Many auto journalists I’ve chatted with over the years have raved about the BMW M3, several even calling it their all-time favorite sports sedan. I’ve always been a fan of the brand and the distinctive drive-feel of its products, but until recently I’ve never experienced an M on its home turf—the race track. Now I get it. On a rainy day …