Urban Life With CHROME

A day in the life with Chrome.

Cyclists dashing through the streets of Tokyo and surviving the tough everyday life of urban living. CHROME, a Portland-based brand with its roots in bags for messengers, is a dependable presence that stands by their bicycling lifestyle and provides strong support. For example, the "KNURLED WELDED" series is surprisingly lightweight, sturdy, and completely waterproof for rainy days, combining excellent functionality and design. In this issue, we will introduce the appeal of these bags in the form of a photo story along with the daily life of OYG, a rapper who is also a genuine bicyclist.

Photo_Shinichiro Shiraishi
Styling_Shuhei Yoshida
Hair_Kentaro Katsu
Model_OYG
Text_Yuho Nomura
Edit_Jun Nakada

STYLE 1

AFTERNOON CHILL at OFFICE TOWN

(Chrome) Urban ex daypack ¥17,000+TAX, (Anatomica) coat ¥120,000+TAX (Anatomica Tokyo), (Ombre Nino) pants ¥16,000+TAX, (Ombre Nino x Cams and Gos) cap ¥9T9,000+TAX (both E.S. Co.,Ltd.), (Nike Sportswear) sneakers ¥14,000+TAX, (Nike Sportswear) shoes ¥14,000+TAX. Nike Sportswear sneakers ¥14,000+TAX (NIKE Customer Service)

Businessmen are busy coming and going in the city's office districts. Even in such a symbolic area of Tokyo, there are streets with relatively little traffic. For OYG, a messenger in Tokyo for more than 10 years, this area is like a garden. Dashing along the spacious roadway without worrying about cars or passersby, he is like a bird flying freely in the sky with no traffic rules. Normally, I would dress like a bicyclist with an emphasis on functionality, but on a day like this, I feel like wearing a more mature style with a bit of traditional flair. The "Chrome" bag is like a companion that will always be there for me. It will also give you a chance to enjoy the familiar scenery from a different perspective.

STYLE 2

NIGHT RAIN at CITY PARK

(Chrome) Urban ex rolltop 28 ¥16,000+tax, (Stay Hungry) jacket ¥46,000+tax, hat ¥12,000+tax (Reshop), (Descente Pose x Edifice) shirt ¥18,000+tax ( (EDIFICE SHINJUKU), [Anatomica] cut and sewn ¥9,000+TAX (Anatomica Tokyo), [US ARMY] nylon pants ¥5,500+TAX (Damaged Dawn Second), [Nike Sportswear] sneakers ¥17,000+TAX (NIKE (NIKE Customer Service)

Even if you check the weather forecast in advance, unpredictable bad weather often strikes. However, even if it suddenly rains on a night after work, urban bicyclists are unfazed. Wearing their usual full-body protective, hydrogen-repellent gear, and carrying a completely waterproof bag made by Chrome, they have nothing to fear. Surviving life in the city sometimes requires such a tough survival spirit. And the situation of a rainy night in Tokyo suits the style of rapper OYG well.

STYLE 3

MORNING EXPOLE at INDUSTRIAL AREA

(Chrome) Urban ex rolltop 18 ¥14,000+TAX, (Ombre Niño x Corona) jacket ¥45,000+TAX, pants ¥32,000+TAX (both E.S Co.,Ltd.), (Fruit of the Loom) parka ¥ 4,000+TAX (Damaged Dawn Second), sneakers ¥10,000+TAX (Reebok adidas Group Customer Service Center)

For OYG, who usually leads a nighttime lifestyle, the time of day when the morning glow remains is a special time that brings a fresh sensation. On days when I unintentionally wake up early or on my way home after a night shift. Wandering aimlessly without a specific destination in mind can lead to discoveries that are usually unnoticed and inspire us to express ourselves in a variety of ways. The roll-top in "chrome," which is a staple in the usual sporty setup style, creates a relaxed atmosphere without being overbearing.

URBAN EX DAYPACK

Stylish design is an essential element in choosing a bag for city dwellers. If this is the case, the first thing we would like to recommend is this "Urban EX DAYPACK. Its square form and minimalist appearance give it an air of sophistication. Of course, the bag is not only well-designed, but also fully functional. For example, the water-resistant watertight zip, the wide zipper top, and the easy access to the front pocket for storing small items such as wallet, keys, and cell phone are perfect. The interior of the bag, which is not only for city use but also for business use, is also fully functional, including an impact-resistant storage pocket. This is a model with a high level of comfort among the many models in the [chrome] lineup.

URBAN EX ROLLTOP 28

The roll-top backpack is the mainstream bag used by urban bicyclists these days. The "Urban Ex Rolltop 28" is a standard model that matches the trend of the times. However, this season's new model differs from previous models in that it has a compartment design that does not allow water to enter at all, so it can be used safely even on rainy days. In addition, the shoulder harness has been improved with an adjustable function, making it more comfortable to carry regardless of your size or height. And, despite its large 28L capacity, it is also highly lightweight thanks to the brand's original KNURLED WELDED construction. It is a bag equipped with all the features you are looking for in a bag. Available in olive and black.

URBAN EX ROLLTOP 18

The URBAN EX ROLLTOP 18 is a smaller model of the previously introduced URBAN EX ROLLTOP 28. It still retains its waterproof compartment as well as the improved shoulder harness that enables size adjustment according to body size and height. In addition, there is an interior pocket with excellent robustness to protect the stored items from any impact. The unique appeal of this bag is its convenient size, which can be said to be more suitable for town use. It is not too big, not too small, and its moderate capacity makes it the perfect bag for city dwellers. This bag is also available in two colors, olive and black.

CHROME TOKYO HUB

Address: T-Frame Harajuku 1F, 6-11-1 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Phone: 03-6427-4231
Hours: Weekdays, weekends, and holidays 11:00 - 20:00 (irregular holidays)
www.chromeindustries.jp

Damage Dawn Second
Phone: 03-6434-0287

EDIFICE Shinjuku
Phone: 03-5366-5481

reshop
Phone: 03-5413-4714

NIKE Customer Service
Phone: 0120-6453-77

Anatomica Tokyo
Phone: 03-5823-6186

E.S Co.
Phone: 03-6310-9587

Reebok adidas Group Customer Service
Phone: 0570-033-033