N.V.I.S. Backpanel Technology
The second generation N.V.I.S ventilated backpanel is featured on CamelBak’s high end mountain bike and hike collections, and features independent articulating vent pods for better fit and stability while keeping the user cool.
View of the backpanel pods
Detail view
Image of final product.
Image of final product.
Sketchbook samples
Backpack Categories
Collection images of the recreational pack categories which were redesigned every other year, with colorway changes applied each season. I provided the design of the silhouettes, graphic patterns, and hardware. Spec packages were sent to suppliers in the Philippines, Vietnam, and China which I would visit two to four times a year for development purposes.
Sketches and images of the CamelBak Mountain Bike Hydration collection.
Sketches and images of the CamelBak Alpine collection.
Sketches and images of the CamelBak MultiSport collection.
Sketches and images of the CamelBak Winter Women’s collection.
Sketches and images of the CamelBak Stand-Up Paddle collection.
The Gambler - Sidecountry Winter Pack
Addressing the increasing popularity of off-piste and lift-accessed backcountry skiing and snowboarding, the Gambler was designed to hold a shovel, probe, tools, and 2L of water in a slim and minimal, yet lift-friendly silhouette.
The Don - Freeride MTB Pack
This pack features dedicated full-face helmet carry, a bike park pass holder, yolk-style harness, and aggressive styling.
Research
As part of my role, I would travel to international trade shows and retail hubs to research trends, undergo field testing and help identify new opportunities.
To provide design direction for the rest of the team, I created a series of design language guides.
Seasonal color trend research.
Impact Protection Backpack
Design and Innovation Award - Gold 2015 - ENDURO Mountain Bike Magazine
I led development on CamelBak’s first generation integrated spine protective backpack for downhill and enduro mountain biking, named the K.U.D.U. after the African antelope (I also named it). I traveled to Austria to work directly with Komperdell in developing the CE Level-2 spine protective insert, and provided design direction for the backpack component.
Travel Bag and Sports Duffel sketches
Product Testing
Conducting product testing on Mt. Shasta in California.
Mt. Shasta summit with members of the design, product, and marketing teams.