Commuter Technologies Shirt Shuttle

Very straightforward idea this from Commuter Technologies, and nice with it. Don't fancy cycling in your shirt, but need one for work? Can't afford a big stack of new ones at the office for a fresh shirt every day, like those greedy bankers undoubtedly do? Then try a Shirt Shuttle. It's a protective travel case for your shirt, so it'll stay nicely folded in your bag. It's easy to use and does the job perfectly.

The Shirt Shuttle comes in two parts: a durable, water-resistant outer shell, with a chunky yellow zip; and an inner plate, with rounded edges and a fold-down hanger. Commuter Technologies' eureka moment, so to speak, is that fabrics do not get creased if they're folded around curved edges. So, in the Shirt Shuttle, you place your shirt face down on a flat surface, insert the top lip of the inner plate under the collar, then fold your shirt over the rounded edges. Sides, then sleeves, then bottom. Next, fold the hanger down to secure it, and place it in the outer case, which opens flat, and is shaped to keep the collar protected. It also has foam pads that gently secure the shirt so it doesn't move and crease in transport.

The whole process is easy, and, though there are instructions on the box, you're unlikely to forget once you've done it. I could explain more, but a) it's simple and b) it's much easier if you watch the video. 

Shirt Shuttle Demonstration from Commuter Technologies on Vimeo.

When you get where you're going, simply unzip, and hang it up. Bada bing. And, of course, it's transport agnostic. The Shirt Shuttle cares not a jot if you're travelling by bike, train or plane. While I was testing it, it stood up to the rough and tumble of cycling, and also made it through airport security unscathed. On first appearances, it seemed slightly bulky, but it's around A4 in size, so it'll fit in most bags. It's also pretty lightweight, and well made.

There's not much more to say. It's not super-cheap, but it's from a small British company and it does its job well, so I reckon it's worth the money. It's a simple idea that solves a real problem that commuters have. If you think it's the sort of thing you'll find useful, you probably will.

Verdict

If you need to cart a shirt around with you when cycling, you'll find this jolly useful.