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Exclusive Release | Matador x Carryology EDX Series
…omfortable. Carefully considered organization with minimalist aesthetics. Matador x Carryology EDX Series, Trident Collection. RELEASE TIME AND DATE Drops 9am MT, June 23rd. Matador® x Carryology EDX™ Backpack Volume: 22 liters Weight: 15oz (425.2g) Dimensions: 7.75 x 10.75 x 17.875in (19.6 x 27.3 x 45.4cm) Materials – Waterproof Dimension Polyant® X-Pac® VX07 – Number 5 YKK® PU coated sealing zippers – HydraGuard® weather resistant seam binding…
Exclusive First Look: Matador Beast28 Ultralight Technical Backpack
…ck to blacks or earthy tones. This fits the bill perfectly. Not only that, Matador have updated their branding from the original. Gone is the square piece of fabric. Now the word ‘Matador’ in an elegant script adorns the top corner of the bag, supported by a small vertical size descriptor (this bag comes in both 18L and 28L versions). It is decidedly minimalist, and I like that immensely. The Beast is also very shapely, and no, not like a minotau…
Matador x Carryology | Travel with the Trident
…esign? Insanely water resistant? Easy. We phoned up our close pals over at Matador and asked if they’d be interested. We had been wanting to do a collaboration with these folks for years now and they had reached out about the possibility a while back. But neither Matador or Carryology wanted to do a collaboration project for the sake of doing it. We agreed to wait to do something awesome when it made sense. And this project was it! Packable withou…
Matador x Carryology | Advancing to EDX Lite
…al bonus, each backpack comes with an exclusive mini-comic designed by the Matador team, adding a fun surprise for users. Features List Matador® x Carryology EDX™ Lite Backpack 22-liter capacity Custom Dimension Polyant® X-Pac® technical fabrics, made in the USA UHMWPE ripstop grid material is cut-resistant and provides infallible rip-stop performance High-viz blaze orange interior HydraGuard® weatherproof seam-binding and non-wicking thread Wate…
Exclusive Release | Matador x Carryology EDX Lite
…al bonus, each backpack comes with an exclusive mini-comic designed by the Matador team, adding a fun surprise for users. Features List Matador® x Carryology EDX™ Lite Backpack 22-liter capacity Custom Dimension Polyant® X-Pac® technical fabrics, made in the USA UHMWPE ripstop grid material is cut-resistant and provides infallible rip-stop performance High-viz blaze orange interior HydraGuard® weatherproof seam-binding and non-wicking thread Wate…
Matador GlobeRider45 Review
…is to 32 oz with the right bottle. Additional Features As you can see, the Matador GlobeRider45 has plenty of storage options and capacity, but what makes it stand out as a great travel pack? It’s the features that the Matador team packed into this bag. First is the clever way the hip belt and shoulder straps are stored. On each side, a beefy zipper runs down the side. Unzip this, and you’ll get access to space by the back panel. Look for the chev…
The Matador SEG42 is a Best in Class One Bag Travel Pack
…ase of the packable water bottle last year and now the SEG42. The SEG42 is Matador’s entry into the one bag travel pack category. Dissecting the name, you can surmise it’s a segmented 42-liter pack. The volume puts it on the higher end of a one bag pack, but comes nowhere near the capacity reserved for large duffels or multi-week hiking packs. In fact, the ~40L size is quite common for this type of bag. So if the size is typical, what makes the SE…
Huckberry Buying Guide | Win Two First-class Tickets to Anywhere on Earth
…or daisy chains let you quickly retrieve the cube or secure it to luggage. Matador Camera Base Layer (US$75) Want to capture awesome travel photos but worried about your camera? Fear not with Matador’s waterproof Camera Base Layer. The camera bag features a dry bag liner to protect your camera from the elements, along with padded protection against bumps and scrapes. And for added convenience, a magnetic latch provides fast one-handed access so yo…
Matador Hydrolite Hydration Backpack Review: Drive By
…You can wake us up any time of night for a carry piece that is lightweight, waterproof and packable. And Matador happens to make a whole range of stuff with those qualities. We’ve mentioned them a few times before and when we got the chance to try out the Matador Hydrolite, there was no hesitation for the Carryology team….
Best New Gear | March 2022
…, they are capable of absorbing up to 2.3 times their own weight in water. Matador added five inches to the Shower Towel, for an even better drying experience. New to Matador is their new Waterproof Pill Canister – an ultralight and durable case designed to keep pills and supplements dry and organized during travel. The case is food-safe and dishwasher-safe and offers an airtight and waterproof solution for transporting up to a week’s worth of med…
10 Awesome Travel Essentials for One Bag Travel
…g this a useful piece to have in your carry arsenal beyond travel use too. Matador GlobeRider45 Travel Backpack (US$350) For ultimate hands-free travel freedom, a backpack is the way to go. And Matador’s GlobeRider45 Travel Backpack provides a trusty blend of functional design, durability, and low-key aesthetics to accommodate a wide variety of settings and loads. The 45L pack features a weatherproof 420D Bluesign® nylon UHMWPE reinforced ripstop…
The Jungle Line | A Lightweight Adventure Through the Malay Peninsula
…h Face Base Camp. But this trip was one bag only, so I decided to bring my Matador Transit30 2.0 packable duffel. It took me a while to find the right packable duffel. It needed to be both small and light when folded, fit a 20L pack, and also feature a zip and closure that could be secured using a wire TSA lock, which could also be used to secure the pack to the luggage rack. The Matador Transit30 2.0 fulfils these requirements while also eliminat…
Ultimate Travel Gear List That Will Change the Way You Travel
…r favorite paste before heading on your trip. While you’re at it, grab the Matador Toothbrush Caps. They provide a food-safe silicone barrier between your toothbrush head and whatever else is in your dopp kit. The Matador FlatPak Soap Bar Case is the way to go if you bring bars of soap on your travels. I’ve tried hard plastic cases – too big, and zip lock bags – too slimy. The excellent soap holder from Matador uses magic material that is somehow…
Brand of the Year | Carry Awards X
…opinion, very few are as complete a brand as Boulder, Colorado’s Matador. Matador Founded in 2014 by Chris Clearman with the vision to combine outdoor-industry expertise and the pursuit of travel, Matador has burgeoned into a brand that is much loved, smart, and agile. They know who they are and what they do best, and they bring a consistency and cohesion to their ever-growing line, and a unrelenting dedication to innovation and the evolution of…
Best New Gear | February 2023
…k panel and straps. The straps are also stowable for use as a checked bag. Matador GlobeRider45 Travel Backpack Matador are experts in and have commanded the travel market with their growling line of packable bags, upgraded dopp kit products, and accessories. Now they’ve recently launched their first-ever generalist traveler backpack. The GlobeRider45 is engineered to be the ultimate backpack for travelers, while staying carry-on compliant for mos…
Best New Gear | May 2021
…panel camera access and adjustable volume to tailor it to changing loads. Matador Camera Base Layer Sometimes all you need is a camera without the unnecessary weight of a bulky bag. And this is where Matador’s Camera Base Layer comes in. Lightweight and waterproof, it protects compact DSLR and mirrorless cameras from the elements while keeping them readily accessible through a magnetic closure. There’s also a small accessory pocket to store camer…
Top 5 | Best Active Backpacks
…8 Most of the packable packs are quite sloppy, thin, and unstructured. The Matador Beast18 is exactly the opposite – made of durable 210D nylon with waterproof coating, plus YKK zippers. Now imagine a packable pack with… a frame! An elastic frame of course, but it holds the pack’s shape and structure, which massively increases carry comfort and ease of packing. Speaking of its shape – it’s an attractive-looking little beast: tall, slim, alpine sty…
Best New Gear | August 2021
…’re easy to store in luggage, a car, or even a jacket pocket until needed. Matador Freefly Packable Duffle and Freefly16 Packable Backpack Don’t need 100% waterproof storage but still desire protection from the elements and travel-friendly packability? Matador’s Freefly Packable Duffle and Freefly16 Packable Backpack could be just the kind of travel buddies you’re after. Both are made with ultralight UHMWPE-reinforced Robic® nylon with a UTS coati…
New Dads | How to Nail Your ‘Dad Bag’
…ining Bibs Pacifiers x 2 Topo Designs Accessory Pouch (Small) – Containing Matador Mini Pocket Blanket, Matador NanoDry Trek Towel, Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag Dispenser, and Spare Gallon Zip-Lock Bag. Matador is renowned for their excellent and highly packable gear. The blanket and towel are last resort items or for use by my wife and me; still, they shouldn’t be used often, so a tiny footprint is appreciated. Clorox Wipes Pampers Sensitive…
Best New Gear: January 2020
…use plastic zip ties or fussing around with string, rope and bungee cords? Matador have two handy solutions to make attaching items together much easier. Matador Re-Ties™ are reusable rubber zip ties that can be used to secure items together or attach items to bags. The Matador Better Tether is a 6-foot (2m) nylon strap that can be tightened or loosened on either end, allowing you to attach a variety of items together for carrying in both urban an…
Best Accessory Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…al carry option. _________________________________________________________ Matador Transit30 2.0 Packable bags can leave a lot to be desired. But the Matador Transit30 2.0 duffel delivers a functional, weatherproof carry companion that weighs just 5oz. The duffel is made with weatherproof 30D Cordura ripstop nylon, sealed seams and water-resistant zippers. And it stores down compactly in a detachable rolltop storage bag, so you can stash it conven…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: Carry Awards
…have been surprised to have written that last bit, but seriously check out Matador’s newest gear. Cheers to the entire Matador crew, we’re excited to see what’s next. Best Innovation This award was the easiest one for us – The North Face with their new Dyno Carry line. Not one but four packs from 75 liters to 20ish liters, that are all built with the same adjustable frame (which can be adjusted with one hand, while being worn) and a suspension tha…
Apple iPad Pro | Is This the Perfect Mobile Studio for Travel and Adventure?
…my product as true to the original design as possible. I.E. Not bulky. The Matador Laptop Baselayer is all that I want from a tablet sleeve and more. Lightweight, protective, waterproof, with simple organisation. While I never intend to submerge my electronics, this can handle some serious weather/situations. IPX6 rated, this’ll keep your goods dry, and the mesh pocket on front is the perfect size for a charger, a couple of cables, and a backup SS…
Best Travel Accessory Champion | Carry Awards X
…e Matador Speed Stash This year’s Best Travel Accessory winner goes to the Matador Speed Stash. Created by the Colorado-based team that has brought us some of the most innovative, feature-rich, and packable travel packs and accessories, the Speed Stash is another prized arrow in their quiver. It’s a versatile backpack strap attachment that offers quick access to small accessories and essentials such as your phone, passport, and snacks. It can secu…
Best Packable Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
…Packable bags aren’t traditionally known for great outdoor performance but Matador changes that with the Beast28. Created as a technical pack for outdoor use, the Beast28 features an ultralight flexible frame that moves easily with your body while allowing the bag to pack down small when not in use. And the outdoor-friendly features don’t stop there. The water-resistant pack has a removable hip belt and sternum strap for comfortable carry, gear lo…
Best New Gear | October 2022
…same sized tins, for an easy build-your-own option. Matador Beast28 Helium Matador took their award-winning light-framed pack, the Beast, and shaved some noticeable weight off it for their Helium edition. Constructed from 70-denier UHMWPE reinforced ripstop Nylon, the Beast has a strength-to-weight ratio many times greater than steel. The Helium holds on to the unique flexible frame suspension while allowing the user to pack down and stow the back…
Best New Gear | September 2022
…e with a satin or stonewash finished blade. Volcom x Matador Collaboration Matador and Volcom have teamed up once again, this time with a Bark Camo collaboration. The new series uses Volcom’s Bark Camo colorway on three signature Matador products. The Freerain 22 is an ultralight, waterproof, packable backpack ready to take on all conditions. Next is the Freerain Packable Hip Pack, a 2L cross-body sling and hip pack that provides quick access and…
Best New Gear: May 2019
…ravels as well as your day-to-day excursions. Matador Ocean Pocket Blanket Matador’s Pocket Blanket delivers great packability in a design that remains functional, with useful features such as inbuilt corner stakes, weighted corners and sand pockets, as well as water and puncture resistance. And now they’ve teamed up with Hawaiian artist Sarah Caudle to create the limited edition Ocean Pocket Blanket. For each blanket sold Matador will remove 1 po…
Best Accessory For Travel EDC 2019
…and take up more than their fare share of space in your toiletry kit. But Matador rethinks what a toiletry bottle can be with the FlatPak™. A savvy partner for a more minimalist or ultralight approach to travel, the bottle features a compressible design that shrinks as you use up the contents. It’s also lightweight at only 11.5 grams, and suits carry-on requirements with its 3oz (90ml) volume. The FlatPak™ Toiletry Bottle features a welded Cordur…
Best New Gear: July 2018
…cks leave a lot to be desired when it comes to comfort and durability. But Matador’s Beast Packable Backpack proves this doesn’t have to be the case. Durable, water-resistant, lightweight and packable down to the size of a football, the backpack is also hydration bladder compatible and features breathable shoulder straps, a hip belt and sternum strap for carry comfort. And now you can get it in a sleek exclusive black colorway courtesy of Matador’…
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