Handy for the outdoors. Items built for function and strength

With its long hours of daylight, summer is the ideal season for spending time outside.
Many of you probably enjoy the outdoors through
travel, camping, and days at the beach.
What comes in handy in these outdoor scenes are
sturdy items with solid durability.






Things to gather for the outdoors
1. A large-capacity bag with water-repellent finish
2. A vacuum flask with excellent insulation
3. A comfortable cotton garment
4. A handy bag-in-bag




Getting caught in sudden rain,  
or getting splashed by water at the beach.  
Precisely because the outdoors can bring unexpected encounters with water,
it's reassuring when your main bag is water resistant.  

That said, among the bags you own,
few are likely fully waterproof.
Bags with waterproof treatment—achieved by
coating the fabric itself, or by
bonding a film to the inside so water can't pass through—
turn out to be surprisingly limited in number.

Something you can use every day, and that also helps in the outdoors.
Our recommendation is a bag with a water-repellent finish.
Water-repellent finishing makes use of the surface tension of the material to repel water. 
If you pour water onto something with this finish, 
you'll see the water bead up and roll right off. 
Of course, since it's not completely waterproof, 
repeated use or prolonged soaking in water 
will eventually let water seep inside,
but if it holds up well against brief exposure to water and also resists dirt,
it will give you peace of mind even in the extraordinary setting of the outdoors.

The STAND UP 2WAY TOTE by STANDARD SUPPLY 
has enough capacity for about one night's worth of luggage, 
and its convenient 2WAY design lets you carry it by hand or over the shoulder. 
It's made from 64 cloth (rokuyon cloth), a combination of vividly colored cotton and lightweight nylon,
finished with a water-repellent treatment. 

The Overnighter by QWSTION is also 
a water-repellent bag that works well outdoors. 
It can be used three ways—by hand, over the shoulder, or as a backpack— 
and another highlight is its many pockets, on the sides, in front, and inside. 
Since it keeps out rain and dirt and holds a generous amount of luggage, 
it also comes in handy for everyday use. 


■Care instructions

While the water-repellent effect isn't permanent,
applying a waterproofing spray will help maintain it.
As you continue to use the bag, be sure to apply waterproofing spray from time to time.
Also, if the bag ever becomes completely soaked,
wipe away the moisture as soon as possible, remove the bag's contents, and
let the whole thing dry out.

Vacuum flasks are well known for keeping things hot or cold, but do you know how they work?
A vacuum flask has a double-layered interior,
and the vacuum space created between the layers
allows the contents to keep their temperature for a long time.

STANLEY, made by the Aladdin company known for its lamps,
is another
vacuum flask known for its long-lasting heat- and cold-retention.
Its interior uses a bottle made of durable 18-8 stainless steel.
It's also built with enough durability to survive being dropped
from a height of 12,000 meters without breaking.

The Classic Bottle, a basic water-bottle shape, 
comes in a handy 0.47L size and a 1L size with a handle.
The wide mouth is large enough to fit ice cubes, 
and it keeps contents cold for over 60 hours (over 120 hours for the 1L size).

There's also a Food Jar, besides the drink bottles,
ideal for keeping warm foods like soup.
Its pour spout is made wide, about 7cm in diameter,
making it useful for camping and picnics.
Like the Classic Bottle, its bumpy surface texture, known as hammertone,
suits the outdoors perfectly.

■Notes on use
Please note that insulation and cold-retention performance vary depending on the conditions of use.
Also, to maintain hygiene, be sure to
wash and dry it as soon as possible after use.
While this product offers excellent heat and cold retention,
please take extra care when managing food during the summer months.

In the sweaty summer months, it's handy to have a comfortable,
tough T-shirt that you can wash without worry.
Also, for active outdoor scenes,
a simple, well-fitting piece without excess decoration
will really come in handy.

The Goodwear
Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt is made from
a heavyweight fabric for a T-shirt, at 7.2 ounces.
It pairs easily with jeans or shorts,
and it's handy to have several on hand for the outdoors.

Made with fine American cotton,
its tightly woven, clearly sturdy fabric
reflects the care taken to ensure it won't lose its shape easily.

Another piece we'd recommend from ZUTTO's original clothing line is
the Rib Tank Top, made of cotton.
With its extremely high water absorbency, this piece feels comfortable
because it won't cling to your body even when you sweat.

In the summer heat, you might think layering an inner piece like a tank top
would only make you hotter, but
An inner layer that fits snugly against the skin absorbs sweat immediately,
which has the effect of lowering skin temperature.
To help support effective body temperature regulation,
we recommend an inner layer that fits your body well and has good moisture absorption.

■How to Care for It

Since Goodwear T-shirts are durable,
feel free to machine wash them and dry them in the sun.
For darker-colored items, we recommend washing them separately from other laundry the first time.
For rib tank tops, to prevent twisting or snagging during washing,
we recommend placing them in a laundry net.
Also, please reshape the garment before hanging it to dry.

When you're carrying a lot of luggage, small items tend to get buried inside your bag.
And once you've reached your destination, if you'd like to travel light
with a smaller bag,
we recommend a bag-in-bag
that can be used for storage as well as carried on its own.

When it comes to small items that tend to scatter around inside a bag,
cosmetics and phone chargers or cords probably come to mind.
The dopp kit from Joshu+Vela (Josh Vela) is
a pouch made specifically to hold items like these.
Made from durable 18-ounce fabric,
it has ample gusseting, so it holds more small items than you'd expect.
Its slim shape doesn't take up much space inside your main bag,
and the cowhide handle makes it easy to take things in and out.

This is the FANNY PACK from STANDARD SUPPLY (Standard Supply).
The BLUE-GREY colorway is a ZUTTO exclusive.
This compact FANNY PACK is perfect for holding valuables
in outdoor settings.
It's sized to fit a wallet and phone, and it even has a key hook inside.
Thanks to its no-frills design, it's a body bag you can keep inside your main bag
and use whenever you want to move around lightly.

■Precautions for Use
Please note that darker-colored products may experience color transfer or fading
due to friction or exposure to water.
If the item becomes soiled, dampen a cloth with water, wring it out firmly,
and gently dab at the stain to remove it.

What did you think of these items that come in handy for outdoor activities?
Items with excellent function and durability give you the peace of mind
of knowing that as long as you have them, you'll be all set.
Also, since most of these products can be used for everyday purposes as well,
we recommend incorporating them into your regular outfits, too.
To make the most of your fun times,
please put safety first, and have a wonderful summer.