Electric pick-up trucks are going to be the next big rage as Cybertruck paves the way for others like the Rivian R1Tor Lordstown Endurance to bring the taste of this new revolution to the eager consumers. The upcoming trend has also aroused California-based Alpha Motor Corporation. Still, they are already looking ahead of time with an electric pick-up truck with an outlandish Overlanding version in the pipeline. Meet the Wolf + Cloudbreak – created in collaboration with HEIMPLANET – as the exciting future of electric mobility for outdoor adventure seekers!
HEIMPLANET is a German camping and adventure gear specialist company that has worked with Alpha Motor Corporation to build a unique version of the Cloudbreak geodesic tent. The expansive tent becomes a part of the vehicle, extending the usable footprint of the electric truck to give the adventurous riders almost double the space to set camp safely. The structure is highly weather-proof and stable, with dual access points to the vehicle – resulting in a safe and functional camping setup. To be precise, it is made out of high tenacity polyester that is resistant to tear. According to HEIMPLANET Co-Founder Stefan Clauss, “We have been searching for the perfect structure that guarantees stability and offers comfortable access. Many structures offer either one or another, but with this geodesic structure, we found the perfect balance.”
Teams in both camps are working dedicatedly to bring the unique outdoor adventure experience to the masses. Alpha Motor’s production offer is grounded in coexistence with nature, with upcycling at the core of the think tank. The MUV here is the perfect example of their belief in the German word “Heimat,” which means a place you can call home – a place that makes you feel safe no matter what. “We are passionate to find sustainable solutions that people can truly appreciate,” said the team as they tease the Wolf + Cloudbreak concept in a special edition Carmel White color inspired by the sandstones of Carmel Beach, California.
Wolf + Cloudbreak is still in the development phase, and it remains to be seen how it fares when the final model is ready. For now, the makers promise a driving range of around 260 miles on a single charge on the dual-motor 4WD. Since it has an electric drivetrain, there is more space under the hood to store adventure gear or other essentials. It can be a haven for four passengers with the expansive tent stuffed in the bed or maybe hauled behind like a trailer. It is safe to assume that the vehicle will have optional solar panel attachments and an extendable tray-like space to store the geodesic tent from the images. The idea seems utterly fascinating, and one which I’m keen on exploring ASAP!
It seems only natural that a company that makes some of the most innovative and resilient outdoor equipment should build a stunningly capable bag that’s meant for any scenario, weather, and country.
Functional, Durable, Sustainable. These are the only three words the guys at Heimplanet use to describe their Transit series of travel bags.
Functional comes from the way Heimplanet plans out its range of bags. Available in a backpack, messenger, and sling-pocket, the Transit series is designed based on the amount of storage you need, and the bags sport layouts that make them easy to use in any given scenario. The travel backpack is ideal for packing heavily for work and play, or a weekend out. With designated compartments that let you segregate electronics from other items, the backpack allows you to draw a line between professional and personal. Additional segregation compartments and easy-to-access zippers let you stash belongings in convenient places, accessing them easily when you need them. If the travel backpack is for a weekend’s worth of packing, the Rolltop Messenger makes the perfect companion for work and business meetings. Its slick design allows you to stash all your work items within it, while the roll-top design lets you cleverly expand its storage, giving you the ability to carry more than what you previously could. Heading to the gym after work? Or just remembered you need to do some shopping? The messenger makes the perfect hybrid sling backpack. The third variety, the sling pocket boils down your carrying needs just to the essentials. Like a waist-pocket but much better looking, the sling-pocket gets strapped diagonally across your chest, and can carry your phone, wallet, and other EDC.
The Durable element is Heimplanet’s proprietary anthracite-colored fabric that they call Dyecoshell. Made from 800D Nylon and 660D Polypropylene, Dyecoshell comes with a ballistic weave and an anti-abrasion coating. The nylon and polypropylene together make the bag incredibly resilient and impervious to splashes, scratches, and any sort of damage your everyday commute or outdoor usage could render to it. An additional anti-abrasion coating makes the bag last longer than it originally would.
Heimplanet’s Transit line is sustainable thanks to the way their Dyecoshell material is manufactured. Designed not only to last long, the Dyecoshell fabric is dope dyed, a process where the color is added to the polymer before it’s turned into a yarn. This method saves water, CO2, and generates less energy than conventional dying methods. The Transit bags even sport a dope dyed inner fabric lining, allowing their bags to use 60% less energy and chemicals as well as produce 65% less carbon dioxide. Since the bags are made to last longer too, Heimplanet’s Transit line will outlive multiple other bags, not just reducing waste, but also making sure you never have to shell out money to buy another bag again. Now that’s definitely sustainable!
Never before have our lives been more fluid. Every day we wander between the worlds of TRAVEL, WORK and PLAY. HEIMPLANET wanted bags that make these transitions effortless. That’s why they built the TRANSIT LINE – a series that combines functionality, durability and sustainability. Probably the last bags you’ll ever need.
Their TRAVEL PACK is the perfect companion for a multi-day break from your daily life, a mixed weekend of work and play or any other adventure you’ll find in between – And it’s carry-on ready for all airlines, they guarantee that!
FRONT AND TOP POCKET
The exterior offers two large zipper pockets for smaller items. One at the top and another one that opens through a vertical zipper – hidden underneath a flap on the right.
CLAMSHELL OPENING AND INTERNAL DIVIDER WITH 3D LAY-FLAT POCKETS
The TRAVEL PACK can be opened completely when laid down flat thanks to its clamshell opening. That’s the perfect way to pack your gear nicely without stuffing it in. The dedicated large front compartment is the right place for all your bulky stuff. The internal divider (accessible through the rear zipper) makes it easy to keep the front organized and separates the main volume of the pack. It also offers two unique 3D lay-flat pockets which collapse when not in use but offer a serious amount of volume if needed.
ERGONOMIC SHOULDER STRAPS AND BACK PADDING
The harness system of the TRAVEL PACK is made of dual density EVA foam and all next-to-skin areas are covered by a smooth Cordura polyester stretch fabric that’s durable, yet also soft to the touch and won’t ruin your clothing.
QUICK ACCESS ZIPPER
A long u-shaped zipper allows you to get whatever you need out of the front compartment quickly. Perfect to reach for your jacket or dopp kit while on the road.
The ROLL TOP MESSENGER BAG is a hybrid of a subtle work briefcase and a modern messenger bag. It comes with an adjustable, removable and interchangeable courier strap which offers everything from a tight fit to a more casual one.
PADDED AND FLEECED LAPTOP COMPARTMENT
The fleece covered laptop compartment also offers an EVA foam padding on the inside and outside. The position of the compartment – facing away from the wearer – allows the ROLL TOP MESSENGER BAG to wrap around your body the way you’re used to from high-quality bike messenger bags. As a hidden gem you will find our signature pattern quilted in the fleece of the laptop compartment.
COURIER STRAP
The COURIER STRAP offers all carry options you need. You can wear it over your right or left shoulder, loose or tight…. – the position of the dual density EVA padding is highly flexible and right where you need it, when you need it. Through our custom aluminum hardware and our unique Hypalon attachment points the included sternum strap can be attached on both sides of the COURIER STRAP and it really pins the bag down to your back if required.
MAGNETIC ROLL TOP CLOSURE
One advantage of the roll top closure is the weather resistance it offers but it also brings the right adjustability to make the Messenger Bag always look perfectly packed. The aluminum G-hook closure is simple in its appearance yet super easy to operate and still leaves extra room to put your rain jacket on top. The folding mechanism uses magnets to align the edges nicely for easy closing.
When it’s just about your very essentials the SLING POCKET is the right choice. Featuring the same materials as its bigger brothers the SLING POCKET is by your side all day – keeping your hands free.
MAIN COMPARTMENT & ORGANIZATION
The main compartment offers plenty of internal organization to prevent it from becoming a black hole. We all know even the smallest things can get messed up… we’ve got you covered.
FRONT POCKET
To protect your glasses or phone from scratches we added a flat front pocket which is fleece lined on both sides.
By Cat DiStasio
People often go camping to escape the modern world, but a little technology can make a good vacation even better. The tents of the future set up in a snap, protect campers from lightning strikes and incorporate solar panels so you ca...
I’m a huge fan of outdoor activities, but for someone who’s really bad at pitching tents, the thought of having to do so just takes the fun out of the whole thing. Well, almost all the fun, that is. If you’re like me in any way when it comes to pitching tents, then you’ll be happy to hear about the Hemiplanet Cave.
It sounds pretty complicated for a tent, and once you see it, you’ll probably agree that the tent itself is a complex one. But putting up this confusing-looking thing is easier than you think: just hook it up to an air pump, turn the pump on, and voila: You’ve got a fully-functional tent in minutes!
The tent is comprised of inflatable TPU bladders and features a geodesic dome-like structure. It’s pretty roomy, too, as it can seat six and fit three sleeping adults. Because of it’s multi-chambered structure, the entire Cave won’t come a-tumbling down if ever one of the bladders is punctured. How’s that for security?
The Hemiplanet Cave can be purchased online for €499 (~$625 USD.)
By Cat DiStasio
People often go camping to escape the modern world, but a little technology can make a good vacation even better. The tents of the future set up in a snap, protect campers from lightning strikes and incorporate solar panels so you ca...
