Sustainability is a hot topic at the moment: and for good reason. From the shocking footage of plastic pollution on the latest series of Blue Planet to targets, we’re all becoming much more aware of our impact on the environment, and as lovers of the countryside ourselves, we couldn’t agree more. At Outdoor and Country, we encourage our customers to buy well, investing in the best gear which will last for years to come. With this in mind, we’re shining the light on one of our most eco-friendly, sustainable brands, Millican.
Hailing from the beautifully picturesque Lake District, this uniquely British brand creates bags and rucksacks to an exceptional standard using ethical and sustainable practices. The Millican Maverick Collection is a range of high quality bags which are robust and ready for action. With years of practical know-how when it comes to a life lived outdoors, plus inspiration from legendary explorer Millican Dalton, Millican know a thing or two about creating bags that will withstand all of your adventures along the road less travelled.
The Millican motto is ‘Use Less, Be more’, so in order to produce as little waste as possible, the Maverick collection bags are made from a few simple panels and minimal seams to offer exceptional performance and style. Every aspect of the bags has a functional purpose – from reflectors for when you’re in low light, to the clip to allow a bike light to be attached, there’s a reason behind every design. The Maverick bags are crafted without a scrap of plastic in sight; every bag features hardy aluminium clasps and closures so you can be sure that every purchase is kind to the environment.
Millican work hard to close the gap in the buying and manufacturing process, therefore these colourful bags are crafted from a range of innovative d materials; their Bionic Canvas is an exclusive fabric crafted from recycled polyester and organic cotton which is impregnated with a C6 DWR (durable water resistant) coating to ensure complete weatherproofing when you’re out and about. The bags are also lined with recycled polyester, with laptop sleeves featuring a 100% waterproof lining to keep your gadgets safe and secure.
If you want to find out more about the Maverick collection, you can see the full Millican Maverick Range here.