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Triple Aught Design
Triple Aught Design
The bags made by Triple Aught Design look like they mean business and are always ready no matter what you decide to throw at them. Tough and reliable, these bags will see you through your mission, whether it's an epic day hike or a commute to work.
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EVERYDAY
A Beginner’s Guide to Tactical EDC Backpacks and MOLLE
What makes a Tactical EDC Backpack…”Tactical”? You’ve heard the term before; tactical backpack. It’s hard to... 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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$20,000 IN GEAR AND ADVENTURES
Massive Giveaway: Triple Aught Design Mission Capable
Mission capable. A military term used to describe equipment and teams that are ready to perform... Read more
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EVERYDAY
7 Expensive Backpacks Actually Worth Their Price Tag
The more expensive something is, the better quality it is, right? Well, not always. There are... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: February 2019
Waterproof innovation to take your pouch game to the next level? Head-turning luxurious travel carry? Decluttered... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: January 2019
The start of a new year and the carry world has hit the ground running, dishing... Read more
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2018 IN REVIEW
The Most Popular Bags and Backpacks of 2018
With a new year upon us, we’re eagerly anticipating the carry gear on the horizon. But... Read more
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STAFF PICKS
Staff Picks: The Bags On Our Wish Lists
We’re lucky enough to get our hands on a wide variety of great gear. But some... Read more
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Triple Aught Design Axiom X25 Pack
This is a bag built for before, during and after-work hours, with a design that expands from... 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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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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DREAM PRIZE PACK
Sixth Annual Carry Awards: Ultimate Carry Giveaway!
Our Sixth Annual Carry Awards have celebrated and honored the best carry gear around. But we’ve... Read more
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EVERYDAY / OUTDOOR
Digging: TAD’s FAST Pack Scout Special Edition from the Foundry
I’ll admit it, I’m sipping a nice ice-cold tall glass of Triple Aught Design Kool-Aid and... Read more
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AND THE WINNER IS…
Best Everyday Bag – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Black Ember Citadel Minimal Backpack When Black Ember first showed up on the scene,... Read more
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AND THE WINNER IS…
Best Active Backpack – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Triple Aught Design Spectre Carry System Triple Aught Design build gear to help you... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: May 2018
Durability, adaptability and organization are key features across the best new gear of May. From customized... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
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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CARRY AWARDS
Best Accessory Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Accessories tend to lean more towards the smaller side of carry items. But don’t let their... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Bagging the top spot in our Best Everyday Bag category is not easy. These are our... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS
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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CARRY AWARDS
Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
From the ski slopes to trail running, and multi-day treks to urban adventures, getting active outdoors... Read more
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CARRY 101
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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EDC
Alternatives: Packs like the GORUCK GR1?
The GORUCK GR1 is without doubt one of the most frequently talked about packs in the... Read more
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TRAVEL
The Best Packable Daypacks for Travel 2018
There are plenty of great luggage options to get your gear from plane, train or bus... Read more
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CARRY 101
Blend In: Our Favorite Backpack Camo Patterns
The use of camo patterns began in France during World War One, when the French army began... 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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EVERYDAY
The Best Modular Backpacks
If there’s been a trend in the past few years, it’s been modular design in carry. But... Read more
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Gifts for the Tactical Guy
Scouting out an ideal present for the tactical guy on your gift-giving list can be a... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: September 2017
From lightweight travel bags to slim and minimalist EDC, the past month has seen a host... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The Best Backpacks for Everyday City Commuting
Updated on 15 July 2018 When you’re clocking serious hours in transit, locking down the best... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The 8 Best All-Black EDC Backpacks Out Right Now!
A great EDC backpack is a thing of beauty. But what makes it great? Obviously it... Read more
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SPONSORED
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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OUTDOOR
Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Review :: Drive By
Fresh off a ‘Highly Commended’ recognition in our 2017 Carry Awards, I was excited to put... Read more
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TRAVEL
Why Choose Merino Wool for Travel?
For years, travel clothing has been a second thought. Travelers packed for the weather or events... Read more
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Best New Gear :: June 2017
We like to keep things fresh at Carry HQ. And sometimes that means changing things up... Read more
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Triple Aught Design’s Destination : Dune (Part 2)
Day 2 (continued). … And we’re off. To the mountain. About an hour’s worth of rocky... Read more
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The Ultimate Carry Awards Giveaway
The champions of our Fifth Annual Carry Awards have enjoyed well deserved acknowledgement and honor. But... Read more
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Triple Aught Design’s Destination : Dune (Part 1)
The lowest elevation in the continental US. The highest elevation in the continental US. A violent... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Triple Aught Design Axiom X25 There’s been steady rumblings emanating from Triple Aught this... Read more
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Best Active Messenger Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Peak Design Everyday Sling This is a two-fer for Peak Design – boy what... Read more
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Best Carry-On Top 10 – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
A carry-on bag can make or break a trip. But our Best Carry-On Top 10 are... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Top 10 – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Practical, stylish, durable, and adaptable. A tough ask for any bag. But our Best Work Backpack... Read more
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Best Accessory Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Our Best Accessory Finalists are useful carry companions that fulfil a range of needs such as organization or protection... Read more
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Best Carry-On Finalists (Pool B) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Check out our Carry-On final contenders in Pool B below. Ease of movement with portability options. Suitable... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Finalists (Pool B) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
With so much awesome competition in this category we’ve split it into two groups, with Pool B below.... 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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The Carry Awards :: The Perfect Pack Presents…
The Perfect Pack Facebook community is the Internet’s home for diehard pack fans and collectors. This group is... Read more
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The Best Backpacks for Everyday Carry
Choosing an EDC backpack deserves careful consideration. After all, it’s going to be your daily companion... Read more
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The Best Backpacks for One-Bag Travel
Updated on September 2018 Travel varies for all of us. Some of us dart back and... Read more
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