I'm actually pretty stoked for this.
Stolen from Jon's blog:
The Douchebag
Finally! A new year and a new project is released!
I have done a lot of things and been a part of many projects over the years, but I have only been completely satisifed with very few of them, this is however one that I feel amazing about, so i hope you guys agree! Check it out and pre order at www.mydouchebag.com if you like what you see!
The Douchebag is the result of collaboration between skiers, designers, engineers and a technical university.
First, 150 skiers contributed with their thoughts on what the Douchebag should be able to do. Among them was pro skier Jon Olsson who travels more than 300 days a year with his skis. This process gave us a clear understanding that we had to develop new technologies in order to meet the demand from the modern skier. The Douchebag development team then began the development process in cooperation with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and the internationally awarded industrial designer Per Finne (who by the way is a ski bum too). While the product was taking shape, we continually involved the skiers to ensure that all aspects of the product were taken into consideration. The result is a patent pending technology that makes all of the desired features possible. We love the final result, and hope this product will be just as useful for you, as it is for us.
US PATENT PENDING #61/527,332
Specifications:
- Maximum volume: 120 liters
- Minimum storage size: 15 liters
- Weight: 3.2kg
- Fits 2 pairs of skis
- Outside and inside garment: Polyester 600D
- ABS protection ribs
- Zinc-Alloy buckle
- 9.2mm PP Wheels
- EPE padding
- Silk logo printing
- Strong 12.6mm nylon zipper
- Polyethylene back-protection plate
- PP Protection Spine
THE MOST STORAGE-EFFICIENT SKI BAG
- 100% foldable
- 90% compressible
- Easy storage
Technical description:
The patent pending length adjustment system is completely foldable, making the Douchebag the most storage efficient ski bag when not in use.
Background:
Wouldn’t it be great if your ski bag didn’t take up your entire shed or all of the floor space in your apartment when traveling? Our goal was to develop a compression system that allows the Douchebag to be rolled into a small unit while not in use. This turned out to be one of our favorite Douchebag features.
THE MOST PROTECTIVE TRAVEL BAG FOR YOUR SKIS
- 270° rib protection
- 25 ABS Ribs
- Proven technology
Technical description:
The patent pending Rib Cage is composed of a foldable, three-stage rib structure that is implemented in the bottom and sidewalls of the bag. A total of 25 separate ABS ribs, in combination with carefully selected, durable materials, make the Douchebag the most protective ski bag on the market, and ensure that all of your gear arrives in one piece.
Background:
How could we make a lightweight bag that provides better protection for your gear? The only option was to create a new technical solution. We started by looking at a 100% proven “technology” for inspiration – the human ribs, which protect your vital organs. The result was the creation of a patent pending rib cage for your gear. Smart huh?
AVOIDING EXPENSIVE OVERWEIGHT CHARGES
- 3.2kg (7 lbs)
- Smart protection
- More freedom
Technical description:
The patent pending Rib Cage construction makes the Douchebag a lightweight solution that saves you from expensive overweight charges when traveling by plane. With 25 ABS ribs, traditional padding is no longer needed, thereby saving valuable weight and allowing you to bring more gear.
Background:
The need for a lightweight ski bag became painfully clear when Scandinavian Airlines suddenly changed their free baggage weight allowances from 20kg to 12kg in 2011. Flying with a ski bag was now nearly impossible without paying expensive overweight charges. That was before the Douchebag came around. Now, you can transport even more gear without reaching the weight limitations for ski gear.
A PERFECT FIT FOR EVERY SKI
- Max length 210cm
- Min length 24cm
- Always rigid
Technical description:
Our patent pending length adjustment system is composed of two top connection rails, two bottom connection rails and our secure lock buckle. The bag can be adjusted to whatever size skis you are traveling with, while always providing a rigid structure for comfortable transportation and prevent the bag from being dragged on the ground. The bag fits two pairs of skis.
Background:
Banana shaped skis (rocker) are a good innovation. However, banana shaped ski bags are a hassle that cause uncomfortable transportation and unnecessary damage to the bag. When developing the Douchebag, this was the first problem we decided to solve. The result is the patent pending length adjustment system!
THE MOST COMFORTABLE WAY TO TRANSPORT YOUR GEAR
- Hands free
- Tow n´Go
- Versatile
Technical description:
The Shoulder Carrying System is an adjustable strap that can be attached between the front handle and the side of the bag. The system enables easier transportation by allowing you to tow the bag behind you while freeing your hands for whatever else you need them for. Perfect for heavy bags or long walks.
Background:
A fully packed ski bag is heavy and can be a hassle to carry. Small wheels and bad carrying systems are so last year. That’s why we made one that’s way better.
Well I guess that was it from us, if you like it you know where to order it! If you dont, well then we cant help you!
I hope everyone had a great start to the new year! I am stoked for 2012 and I hope it will be as fantastic as 2011!
/JON
