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Patagonia
Patagonia
Patagonia is all about the outdoors, from creating gear that helps people get out and about in it, to protecting it through supporting environmental initiatives and minimising their own environmental impact. Carry pieces in the Patagonia lineup include backpacks, duffels, messengers and rolling luggage that accommodate both urban and active outdoor use.
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How to Pack Light for a Week: Tips, Lists, and Bags
The best packing advice I’ve ever received was from a Colombian astronomer I met while backpacking... Read more
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The Best Messenger Bags for Tech, Travel, and EDC (2023)
Backpacks are considered the carry comfort kings. Duffels are the gear haulers. But when it comes... Read more
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The Best Snowboarding and Ski Backpacks of 2023
Updated on March 7th 2023 The snow’s fallen, the conditions are just right, and the slopes... Read more
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The Best Gym Bags for Every Type of Exerciser in 2022
Historically, gym bags have been horrible, generic and saggy excuses for carry – but there’s been... Read more
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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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These are the Brands, Retailers and Publishers Standing Against Racism
Here at Carryology, we have many goals that we set for ourselves. And one of those... Read more
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Best New Gear: August 2019
Burly recycled bags, compact EDC pens, and trek-friendly travel packs are just a few of the... Read more
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Best New Gear: April 2019
April welcomed in a wealth of enticing new offerings to suit travelers, EDC enthusiasts and outdoor... Read more
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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Waterproof Backpacks of 2019
You’ve been drenched in a hiking downpour and finally make camp, only to discover your sleeping... Read more
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How & What to Put in your Minimalist Travel Capsule Wardrobe
I’ve probably written the digital equivalent of a novel on packing. But even armed with a... Read more
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8 Rugged and Durable Duffel Bags Built Tough for Adventure
As the workhorses of the carry world, duffel bags are designed for grab-and-go gear hauling. And... Read more
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The Best Backpacks for One-Bag Travel
Originally published in March 2017. Updated on September 2018. Travel varies for all of us. Some... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: Recap Part I
Denver welcomed Outdoor Retailer Summer Market for the first time this year, with open arms, and... Read more
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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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Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Outlier Slim Dungarees Staples are important for travel wardrobes. Pieces you can turn to... Read more
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Brand of the Year – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Recognizing a champion in the industry for more than the standard of their releases, this award... Read more
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Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Best Travel Clothing is a new Carry Awards category, but it makes sense to include it.... Read more
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8 Rugged and Durable Travel Essentials
From cars to planes, and boats to trains. Urban excursions to outdoor expeditions. No matter where... Read more
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Best New Gear: March 2018
Convertible bags, durable camera protection, sleek urban tech carry and practical trail packs are just some... Read more
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The 30 Best Dopp Kits for Traveling
You’ve got the tickets sorted. Accommodation booked. Packing pretty much done. There’s just one final piece... Read more
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The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best Duffel Bags
Duffel bags are commonly thought of as the workhorses of the carry world. Durable, versatile gear... Read more
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15 Essential Gifts for the Outdoorsman
Got a loved one who loves the outdoors? Whether they’re an experienced adventurer or just starting... Read more
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15 Essential Gifts for the Traveler
With the holiday season approaching it’s a prime time to enjoy some downtime away from home.... Read more
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15 Fall Essentials for Weekend Getaways
To kick off this month’s #getoutthere theme – a month-long of diggin’ in on gettin’ out... Read more
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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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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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Our Favorite Bags Made from CORDURA
CORDURA® fabrics are synonymous with durability and reliability – ideal traits when you want to build bags... Read more
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The Best Backpack Deals from REI
REI are one of the world’s best carry retailers. And when they clear out stock and start... Read more
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Best Carry-On Finalists (Pool A) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Whether you want the freedom to roam with just one bag or a companion to complement... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017 Recap
If you’re an outdoor brand, Outdoor Retailer is the one trade show you don’t want to... Read more
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Patagonia Lightweight Travel Tote Pack
Need a lightweight, versatile bag that’s easy to store when not in use? The Patagonia Lightweight... Read more
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Patagonia Stormfront Backpack
Can’t afford to get your gear wet? The Patagonia Stormfront Pack ensures that even if you... Read more
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The Ultimate Camping Gift Guide
Need gift ideas for a special someone who loves camping and the outdoors? Get inspired and... Read more
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Waterproof vs Water Resistant. What Do I Need?
There are few things more frustrating than arriving somewhere and realizing your gear is soaked through.... Read more
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Packing List :: 7-Day Thru-Hike of the John Muir Trail
A few weeks ago I started off from Whitney portal trailhead, just outside of Lone Pine... Read more
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Packing List :: Outdoor Photojournalist
I’m happiest on the road in the gritty, far-off corners of the world. I see my... Read more
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The Basics :: What’s with the Weld?
Welded bags and hydration reservoirs work hard to keep water either out or in – but... Read more
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Best Carry-On Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
A great piece of carry-on should tick off important flight checks – compact but still spacious... Read more
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The Carry Awards :: Wirecutter Selects…
The Wirecutter is a guide to the best gear for your life. They spend hundreds of hours each... Read more
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Packing list :: Winter Camping
Camping can be tough. There’s the physical strain of hiking, sleeping on the ground, dealing with... Read more
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Patagonia Black Hole 60L
Deserted mountains, crowded city streets, boats, planes, trains…it’s just another day with new adventures for the... Read more
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Packing List :: Adventure Film Crew
Traveling to some of the remotest places on earth is exhilarating, grueling and ultimately unforgettable. Rolling... Read more
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Bag Collectors :: Greg Davis
Greg Davis can be considered somewhat of an accidental bag collector. Like many carry collections, his... Read more
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A Buyer’s Guide to The Best Gear Bags
Need to haul gear? Look no further than our Buyer’s Guide to the Best Gear Bags.... Read more
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Packing List :: Chris Burkard, Travel Photographer
Chris Burkard travels the world seeking out adventure. With a backpack and gear bags full of... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015 :: Recap Part I
Bursting from downtown Salt Lake City, Utah another rendition of Outdoor Retailer has hit. As usual,... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer :: Winter Market Recap
Once again, and this time five members strong, Carryology converged upon Outdoor Retailer to unearth the... Read more
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Patagonia Ascensionist 35L
Patagonia’s Ascensionist pack is both lightweight and versatile, coming in various sizes from 25L to 45L.... Read more
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Patagonia Ascensionist 25L
Patagonia’s Ascensionist pack is both lightweight and versatile, coming in various sizes from 25L to 45L.... Read more
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Specialist Carry :: Rock Climber
We caught up with Patagonia rock climbing ambassador Jasmin Caton to find out more about the... Read more
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The Second Annual Carry Awards :: Roundup
The Second Annual Carry Awards are signed, sealed and delivered. Finalists were announced, then whittled away... Read more
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The Carry Awards :: Best Active Backpack Results
Not only did this pack receive almost twice the votes of the next most popular, it... Read more
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Best Active Backpack Finalists – Second Annual Carry Awards
When we say the word 'active' we're not talking about big, lumbering hiking backpacks that you... Read more
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