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Chrome Industries
Chrome Industries
One of the OG bike messenger brands, Chrome make masculine-looking messengers, backpacks, and an expanding line of apparel and accessories. The bags are reasonably burly, and signature details like their seat-belt buckle strap add personality.
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The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2022
The sling scene has been heating up over the past few years. But are sling bags... Read more
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100% CERTIFIED
The Best ‘Made in the USA’ Backpack Brands of 2022
There are great American brands making awesome carry gear. And on the flip side, there are... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The Best Messenger Bags for Tech, Travel, and EDC (2022)
Backpacks are considered the carry comfort kings. Duffels are the gear haulers. But when it comes... Read more
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EVERYDAY
8 Laptop Backpacks for the Budget-Conscious Commuter
Straight up, we’ll let you in on a little secret. You don’t have to spend a... Read more
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CARRY 101
Buyer’s Guide: the Best Custom Backpack and Bag Makers
For the carry enthusiast, a good bag is a thing of beauty. But whisper the word... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
New Gear Discoveries: Ep 1
We’ve teamed up with one of our favorite humans, Bo Ismono, on this new series: New... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: December 2018
December has delivered a bumper crop of covet-worthy carry to pore longingly over. So kick back,... Read more
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BIKE
The Best Cycling Backpacks for Daily Commuting
Cycling to work offers a range of benefits, from providing a great way to fit exercise... Read more
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INDUSTRY
Carry Jobs
With the year drawing to a close and a new one on the horizon, you might... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: October 2018
From campus carry to carabiners, and Bananatex to boardroom suaveness, October has dished up some tasty... Read more
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COLLEGE / CAMPUS
The Best ‘Back to School’ Backpacks for Everyday Carry 2018
When it’s time to get back to school, a good backpack is an important addition to... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: July 2018
Furoshiki-inspired carry, rugged dry duffels and adaptable travel backpacks step into the spotlight as we check... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
Best Specialist Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Our Best Specialist Finalists feature honed designs that meet particular needs, from skate to ski packs.... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
Best Carry-On Bag Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
From last-minute getaways to epic multi-week adventures, and buzzing urban streets to the quiet of wilder... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
A great active messenger is readily accessible when you need it, low-key and securely out of... Read more
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GIVEAWAY
Win Chrome Industries’ Niko Camera Bags!
Urban settings can be just as hard on your gear as the outdoors. Enduring a range... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: December 2017
From office tool organization to kitchen knife carry, December welcomed a host of intriguing and covet-worthy... Read more
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Gifts for the Bike Commuter
Finding an awesome gift for a bike commuter can sometimes feel like an uphill slog. But... Read more
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EVERYDAY
Sportique Presents: Best Everyday Backpacks under $150
It’s easy to be tempted by backpacks boasting expensive fabrics, a host of features that you’ll... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: October 2017
From tech protection to all-in-one EDC, October has welcomed a host of great new gear onto... Read more
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BUILT TO LAST
The 10 Best Durable ‘Buy it for Life’ Bag Brands
Cheaply made and designed for obsolescence. Unfortunately far too many products fall into these categories. Sure,... Read more
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DEALS
Our Favorite Labor Day Sales of 2017
When you find a carry piece you love, it’s an awesome feeling. Know what’s even better?... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The Best ‘Back to School’ Backpacks for Everyday Carry 2017
When you’re heading back to school, having a solid pack at your back can really help... Read more
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Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Convenient access to gear, comfort on the go, useful organization, and reliable durability. Our Best Active... Read more
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Black Friday Deals
Maybe you’re enthusiastic. Maybe you’re a bit obsessed. However you view carry, Black Friday is one... Read more
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Best Waterproof Backpacks
Protection from the elements is an important consideration when choosing a bag. After all, who wants... Read more
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Sportique Presents :: Best Backpacks Under $150
It’s easy to get caught up in the buzz of backpacks costing several hundred dollars, packing... Read more
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Bag Collectors :: JP Guilbert
Our Bag Collectors series celebrates those individuals who take their appreciation of bags to the next... Read more
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Third Annual Carry Awards :: Reader’s Choice Awards
You thought the Third Annual Carry Awards were over? Well we’ve got a surprise in store... Read more
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Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Active Messenger Results
1st Place Arc’teryx Lunara 17 The Active Messenger category has traditionally been dominated by bike messenger... Read more
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Hall of Fame :: Third Annual Carry Awards
Many bags come and go, easily forgotten in the barrage of newcomers. A select few are... Read more
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Deals to Bag on Black Friday
It’s a dark day when you realize you missed out on snagging that sweet piece of... Read more
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Road Tests :: Chrome Welded Rucksack
A rucksack with welded seams that uses "the same technology as Coast Guard boats" ... Read more
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