The SEG42 is a revolutionary new architecture of travel pack designed for one-bag travel. Sam, one of the product designers behind the pack, walks us through all of the behind the scenes details: from ideation...

There’s a reason the FlatPak Soap Bar Case was named “Best Gear of the Year” by Popular Mechanics, and won “Best Accessory” during the annual Carryology Carry Awards. Our customers have described it as “space...

‘Tis the season for searching high and low for gifts that are unique, useful, and thoughtful. If you have a traveler on your list, look no further than right here. We’ve rounded up 6 gifts...

As a consumer shopping for a new piece of outdoor gear, fabric terminology can be a bit confusing. The old “apples to oranges” analogy often applies when comparing backpacks made by different companies, of varying...

With all the options on the market these days, sometimes it feels like you need a PhD in Gear just to find the right backpack for your needs. We asked our Product Designer, Sam, to...

We first heard of the Trashy Girls Collective when they posted a photo of a recent beach cleanup using Matador Hip Packs to free up their hands while they picked up trash. We were so...

I’ve been a Matador fan and ambassador living in San Diego for 4 years. When Matador asked me what I’ve been up to lately, I was stoked to tell them about my newly launched company...

A diversity of waves, fragrant curries and smiling faces, Sri Lanka is the surf destination of your dreams. From November to April, the South Coast offers consistent waves for all levels. From May, summer brings...

Traveling to Sayulita has been on the top of my list for a while now, so when I recently had the opportunity to join some friends for a trip, I was quick to jump on...