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ENJOY ‘PEAK’ SALES WITH TRANSCONTINENTA UK
Last time we met the familiar faces heading up the brand new UK arm of Netherlands-based tech distributor Transcontinenta. Now, in advance of its showcase at The Photography Show, we focus on one of its leading product lines from Peak Design
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erely months old, the UK office of Netherlands-based distributor Transcontinenta is fast picking up traction – and, with it, big name brands to distribute to the photo trade. At the end of 2019 we learnt it had already deals in place to distribute Tamron lenses, Boya microphones, Angelbird SD storage, Hyber USB hubs, Zhiyun gimbals and stabilisers for smartphones and cameras of all varieties, alongside the Transcontinenta-owned Cullman tripods, bags and flashgun brand. Now a new name can be added to that list in Peak Design, USbased manufacturer of camera bags, everyday travel bags and accessories, including a brand new travel tripod. From February 1st, it has switched to Transcontinenta UK as its official distributor for the UK and Ireland. “We are looking forward to representing the Peak Design brand and supporting growth within your business,” says Transcontinenta UK’s Interim Managing Director Simon Coleman, adding that he is able to immediately supply the trade with stock of the items we’re highlighting here. For those not already in the know, Peak Design originated in San Francisco in 2011, has 34 full time employees and over 100 products to offer the trade. While the usability of its products is very important, so too is their sustainability. Most bags made over the past two years feature 100% recycled nylon and polyester shells, while it is also sourcing suppliers of recycled aluminium. It further claims to offset all the carbon it emits (and has ever emitted), as of 2018 declaring itself fully carbon neutral.
BAGS OF IDEAS TO MAKE A SALE For this feature, we’re focusing on just a few Peak Design ‘hero’ products you will want to order in from Transcontinenta UK, for starters. Take Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack. There are two options here – the regular Everyday Backpack, adaptable to accommodate ever-changing gear – plus a second version in the Everyday Backpack Zip, which is described as simpler, both in terms of its look and its functionality. The Everyday Backpack is built around access, organisation, expansion and protection, is available in a choice of colours – Black, Ash, Charcoal or Midnight (blue) – and in either 20L or 30L sizes. ‘MagLatch’ hardware provides internal expansion of up to 3L on the 20L bag, or 8L on the 30L variety. The 20L version can fit up to a
Small revolution: Peak Design’s compact Travel Tripod folds down to a width comparable to a bottle of water
15-inch laptop thanks to an adjustable height laptop sleeve, with side pockets accommodating water bottles and tripods. The packs are customisable too, via three easy to configure ‘FlexiFold’ internal dividers, as well as being durable and weatherproof. Comfort and flexibility is bestowed via vented and quick drying
We are looking forward to representing the Peak Design brand and supporting growth within your business…” Transcontinenta UK’s Interim MD Simon Coleman
We are family: Shown below is the entire line up of 20L and 30L Everyday Backpacks
mesh back padding, while shoulder straps pivot at axial points to maximise comfort with all body types. We also get a quick connecting, stow-able sternum strap and three padded grab handles for upright or briefcase style hand carry. The simplified ‘Zip’ version features a wrap-around zipper, yet fewer internal dividers to stow photo gear, no internal expansion options and a smaller external carry capacity. Available in 15L or 20L options, the ‘Zip’ can stow a 13-inch laptop, while the larger size can accommodate a 15-inch laptop. We still get external side pockets for water bottles and tripods and exterior weather proofing however, as well as the same breathable mesh materials and carry
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