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Outdoor Styles Becoming More Polarized. MONTHLY JOURNAL May. 2022 vol.2
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Outdoor styles are becoming increasingly polarized.
MONTHLY JOURNAL May. 2022 vol.2

The outdoor boom of the past few years has reached the highest point in Japan's outdoor history to date. In the process, more and more people have learned the basics of the outdoors and acquired knowledge of gear. And now, outdoor styles are polarizing. Either you can enjoy the outdoors in luxury and without inconvenience, or you can enjoy the inconveniences of the outdoors and blend in with nature. This month's Monthly Journal explores these two styles, and Vol. 2 is about enjoying the outdoors in a minimalist way.

  • Photo_Utoo Takuma
  • Text_Keisuke Kimura
  • Edit_Yuka Koga

Behold a motorcycle with camping specifications.

Mr. Tomomura actually showed us his bike-packed car. For tips on loading, please check it out.

One of Tomomura's favorite cars is made by FAIRDALE, a frame manufacturer in Texas, U.S.A.

Tomomura-san's bicycle is also equipped with a variety of features, isn't it?

Tomomura:Most of these are also velcro, so they are easy to put on and take off. Incidentally, regarding the placement of luggage, it is correct to put large, lightweight items on the front rack and small, heavy items on the back side. . If you put heavy items on the front, it will be difficult to balance them.

It's really slim. . You said you packed a tent, a tarp, and enough stuff for one night.

Tomomura:. yes, it is. . Such compact gear selection is fun, but it is also fun. Also, for me, my bicycle is also for riding around town, so the bag I carry behind me can be used as a shoulder bag if I remove it. It's like a bike pack and a bag for around town.

Tomomura:This cargo bed can also be used as a little table if you take it to the campsite. It's also a bicycle and gear.

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