All About Hemp

Welcome to our hemp blog where we post all the new 8000kicks product launches and news. Here you can also find in-depth articles about our favorite fiber and its properties.

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Person wearing a white t-shirt and beige trousers standing in front of a black wooden door with stone columns, carrying a beige and black roll-top hemp backpack with tan straps and an external zip pocket.
How to Find a Lightweight Travel Backpack Under 600g

Discover how to choose a lightweight travel backpack under 600g without sacrificing durability, weather protection or everyday functionality while travelling.

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Two pairs of 8000Kicks Shifter shoes in white and black on a wooden deck outdoors.
7 Reasons the Shifter Feels Different

Discover the seven features that make the Shifter different, from its wide toe box and breathable hemp knit to its lightweight feel, hands-free design and modern silhouette.

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Person wearing a large black roll-top backpack while walking along a rocky riverside trail surrounded by nature and cliffs.
How to Choose the Right Backpack Size for Carry-On Only Travel

Learn how to choose the right backpack size for carry-on-only travel and avoid baggage fees while maximizing space and flexibility.

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Person sitting on a wooden park bench wearing beige wide toe sneakers with elastic laces, paired with light blue jeans, in a tree-lined outdoor setting.
The Shifter Is Live on Kickstarter

The Shifter is now live on Kickstarter. Discover our widest, lightest and most comfortable hemp shoe, and join thousands of backers supporting campaign number seven.

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How to Choose a Weatherproof Travel Backpack with a Hidden Anti-Theft Pocket

Learn how to choose a weatherproof travel backpack with hidden anti-theft storage, durable hemp materials and smart organization for safer, stress-free everyday travel.

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Your Go-To Backpack for Frequent Flights

Discover a lightweight, weather-repellent hemp backpack designed for frequent flyers, with expandable storage, smart organization and carry-on-friendly dimensions for every journey.

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Close-up of the 8000Kicks Shifter shoes with adjustable elastic laces and a breathable hemp knit upper, held outdoors on a sandy trail.
Why It Took Nearly Two Years to Build the Shifter

Follow the Shifter's journey from its first idea to Kickstarter launch, and discover how two years of design, testing and community feedback shaped every detail.

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A Travel Backpack That Doesn't Look Like Hiking Gear

Looking for a travel backpack that feels at home in the city? Discover a minimalist hemp backpack designed for travel, work and everyday adventures.

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