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EVERYDAY CARRY
EVERGOODS CIVIC Half Zip | Meet Your Everyday Carry, Elevated
EVERGOODS is always looking for ways to make their gear better. And recently they’ve turned their... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Arc’teryx Just Dropped the Alpha SL 30—Here’s What You Need to Know
I’ve been a big fan of Alpha FL series packs for years, so when Arc’teryx announced... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Collect Paris Sling Collection Review
Benjamin Hamilton, the founder of Collect Paris, first developed a passion for carry during hiking trips... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Kitanica Scorpion Review
Lumbar packs are not my usual choice, but certainly, they have their place in my carry... Read more
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TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Best Camera Bags for Travel | Photography Bags & Backpacks
Welcome to our guide on finding the best camera bags for travel! Whether you’re jetting off... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Exo Mtn Gear K4 Review
It’s been three years since my Exo Mountain Gear K3 pack review was published at Carryology.... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Peak Design Outdoor Backpack 25L Review
Explore the Peak Design Outdoor Backpack 25L in our latest review, where we put this versatile... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Wingback EVERYDAY PACK 21L | A Modern Minimalist’s Delight
When it comes to backpacks, the Wingback EVERYDAY PACK 21L is like the family member who... Read more
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EVERYDAY
Restrap Travel Range Review
Humble beginnings can lead to great things with sufficient dedication and commitment to quality gear. Such... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Triple Aught Design Axiom S2 WX Pack
Triple Aught Design are Carry Award winners and fan favourites in the backpack world, however, I... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Hill People Gear Ute Light Review
Hill People Gear packs are famous for being very comfortable under heavy loads and super tough... Read more
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Osprey Aoede Briefpack and Aoede Crossbody Bag Review
Founded in 1974, Osprey has been on the carry scene for almost half a century –... Read more
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ON TWO WHEELS
The 9 Best Motorcycle Backpacks to Buy in 2024
You’re skipping four wheels for two. Public transport for the thrill of the throttle and that... Read more
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GIVEAWAY
Émigré | Modern Professional Travel Gear, Elevated (+Giveaway)
We’ve been fans of Émigré since their inception. A brand born from the founders of Crafted Goods,... 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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OUTDOORS
Kuiu Karluk 1850 Review
In a world where excellence often involves laser-focus, it’s common to see entire companies dedicated to... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Trakke Bairn Pro Review
Trakke have made a name for themselves over the past decade for their small batch Scottish-made... Read more
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5 Best, Expert-Tested Bike Commuter Backpacks to Buy in 2023
Looking for a bike commuter backpack? Delve into five solid cycling options… Growing up in Boulder,... Read more
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First Look: Shimoda Urban Explore
Shimoda are back with their newest camera bag, the Shimoda Urban Explore Camera Backpack. A streamlined,... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
ITS Tactical Discreet Messenger Bag Review
I prefer a backpack in everyday life, but sometimes a good messenger bag is handy –... Read more
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Brands You Should Know | Loyal Stricklin
In our world dominated by high tech laminates, welded constructions, and various other modern design philosophies,... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
The Ultimate Dyneema Backpack | Rofmia Daypack V2 Review
Japanese brand, Rofmia are known for their ultra-clean designs, craftsmanship, and effortless function. Gear reporter, JT... Read more
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BUYING GUIDE
The Best Backpacks For Back-to-School In 2023
When you’re hitting campus a great backpack is essential. So carry reporter, Richard Edens, has hand-selected... Read more
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Colfax Design Works T.O.A.D. 13L Dry Lumbar Fast Pack Review
Dive into the details as we put the Colfax Design Works T.O.A.D. 13L Dry Lumbar Fast... Read more
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The 7 Best Camera Sling Bags to Buy
With the increase of smaller mirrorless cameras, more companies have chosen to add a camera sling... Read more
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PHOTOGRAPHY
WOTANCRAFT Pilot Travel Camera Backpack V2 Review
WOTANCRAFT are back again with another excellent redesign of an old favourite. Let’s dig into the... Read more
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CURATED SPONSOR
Modern Styling with Oak & Rove’s Alto Briefcase
In the world of contemporary fashion, the perfect briefcase is the interplay of aesthetics and utility.... Read more
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MEC SERRATUS Pace UL 40 Review
I’ve never been obsessed with truly ultralight gear, but I can see the benefits of keeping... Read more
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3 Korean Brands You Should Know
South Korea has some of the most awesome (and under the radar) carry on the planet.... Read more
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Crumpler Bike Bags Review
If you’ve spent any time on college campuses, public transit, or heck, the continent of Australia... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Bellroy Venture Collection | New Additions
Dave Samwel checks out four new additions to Bellroy’s Venture Collection: the Venture Ready Backpack, Venture... Read more
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CURATED SPONSOR
Exclusive First Look | Camelbak Adventure Travel Packs (A.T.P.™)
Earlier this year, our friends at Camelbak reached out and invited us to visit their home... Read more
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ORBITGear R104-ADV MK23 “GLOBEMASTER” Review
ORBITGear is an Indonesian soft goods company making technical packs and apparel. What caught my eye... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Carry-On Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Highly considered and built to embrace wherever your next trip takes you, our Best Carry-On Bag... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Everyday Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
With its sleek style, durable build, multifunctional versatility, and awesome value for money, our Best Everyday... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Work Shoulder Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
With its elegantly timeless style, premium materials, and adaptable organization, our Best Work Shoulder Bag champion... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Work Backpack Champion | Carry Awards X
With its great organization, convenient access, durable build, and sleek looks, our Best Work Backpack champion... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Packable Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Want a packable bag that doesn’t skimp on features? With its sleek aesthetics, useful organization, and... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Camera Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Photo-worthy vintage styling with hard-wearing construction and wide-opening access to your gear? Our Best Camera Bag... Read more
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Best Active Backpack Champion | Carry Awards X
Made for the mountains, our Best Active Backpack champion delivers a deft balance of light weight... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS X
Best Sling Champion | Carry Awards X
Packing in impressive utility and durability, our Best Sling champion easily adapts to a multitude of... Read more
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Best Messenger Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Need a messenger bag that’s ready for action wherever the day leads? Whether hauling your work... Read more
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CUSTOM
Freitag Spins Up A Unique Way To Design Your Own Bag
Sustainability is something of a trend in softgoods, albeit a worthy one. From fabrics made from... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Aer Day Sling 3 Review
There’s been a trend swinging up for a while now. Slings are becoming a staple for... Read more
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TRAVEL
Aer Travel Pack 3 Review
As 2022 wound down, for many of us, opportunities to travel arose with much greater frequency... Read more
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