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BUYERS GUIDE
10 Best Travel Daypacks for Travel: Lightweight, Durable, and Ready for Any Journey
When you’re on the ground galavanting around Europe, once the stress of getting to your destination... Read more
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Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy in February 2024
A rugged adventure-ready duffel, fresh styles for bridging your winter and spring wardrobe, and a travel... Read more
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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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CARRY 101
The Best New Fabric Technologies from OR
Will Watters is the co-founder and creative director of Western Rise, a Colorado-based brand making some... Read more
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19 October Week in Review: Hybrid Bags, Vibrant Colorways, and Woolly Collabs
Yes, another weekend is halfway over but don’t be sad. There’s too much awesome stuff going... Read more
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Best New Gear: June 2020
A lunch box bringing modularity to your meals, a versatile catch-all to keep all your EDC... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
WaterField Mason EDC Pouch Review
If you’re looking for carry that has a heritage shell but modern guts, look no further... Read more
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YETI Bring Their Legendary Toughness to a New Line of Travel Bags and Luggage
Austin natives YETI are known for their indestructible products and have become the leading name in... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
June 2025’s Must-Have Gear | From Summer-Ready Apparel to Scoping Out Wildlife
June welcomed a fresh range of new pieces that are ideal for rising temperatures and outdoor... Read more
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Mission Workshop shop visit :: San Francisco, CA
At Carryology, we’re fans of many different brands who specialize in the art and utility of... Read more
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Best New Gear: December 2019
Before we kick off into 2020, let’s run a last look at the best new releases... Read more
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Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy in March 2024
A sleek collection for carrying your tech, GORE-TEX outerwear that takes you from urban streets to... Read more
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5 Minutes With Monofold
Imagine with one fold you could change the look and functionality of your bag. Brandon Hong... Read more
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Blooming Genius :: Bloon Springtime
There’s a lot of sameness and similarity in the carry world…but every now and then you... Read more
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GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Gifts for the Outdoorsy People in Your Life
If you feel most alive hiking to epic vistas, chopping firewood, or savoring the untamed outdoors,... Read more
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Best Shirt Jackets For Men in 2023
Shirt Jackets, or Shackets, are one of the most underrated and useful parts of a traveler’s... Read more
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14 May Week in Review: Versatile Work Bags, Travel Packs, and Expedition Duffels
A one-bag solution for adventure travel, an expedition-ready duffel, and work bags that transition from the... Read more
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Our 6 Favorite Bags from IWA 2019
IWA OutdoorClassics is without a doubt the biggest outdoor and shooting sports show in Europe, held... Read more
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A Conversation with GORUCK Founder Jason McCarthy
When it comes to cult carry brands, GORUCK is right up there at the top of... Read more
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December 15 Week in Review: Luxury Bags, Minimalist Wallets, and Tech-Ready Packs
We hope you’re having a wonderful weekend and starting to feel the holiday cheer but how... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 :: Recap Part II
As OR 2017 rolled on, the Carryology crew pressed ever deeper into the depths of the... Read more
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Best Gym and Workout Clothes for Women
Working out means different things to different people. For some, it’s heading out on a run... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 :: Recap Part I
It was a bittersweet moment as I flew into the valley, knowing this would be the... Read more
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NOMATIC and Peter McKinnon Team Up for V2 of their Photography Collection
Our Carry Awards always search high and low for the best innovation, the best function, and... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2013 Report (2 of 2)
Part 2 of our coverage at Outdoor Retailer up in Salt Lake City last week.... Read more
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28 June Week in Review: Stylish Leather Goods and Versatile Travel Packs
Compact and classy leather carry, a pack that won’t hold you back during your travels, and... Read more
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CURATED SPONSOR
Black Ember Unveils Grip Sling for Urban Adventurers
Black Ember are long time favourites of ours at Carry HQ, and also of our readers.... Read more
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YOUTUBE
YETI Ranchero Backpack Review: A New Age for YETI
The YETI Ranchero Backpack is more than just a bag—it’s a mission-ready hauler “built for the... Read more
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The Crumpler Brand
After how nice their first video turned out, we got Astrid & Sirio to go check... Read more
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Indonesian Craft :: Riding with Rafheoo (Part 1)
In the first of three articles, Frank Sedlar delves into the materials and handiwork that goes... Read more
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The Best Beach Bags and Accessories in 2021
When you go to the beach, it’s supposed to be a fun, relaxing time. However, the... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
November 2024’s Must-Have Gear | From Elegant EDC to Circular Snowsports Apparel
An adaptive backpack first created for Paralympic athletes, sustainable snowsports apparel, and sleek titanium EDC were... Read more
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23 March Week in Review: Haerfest’s Collection E, MONO Daypack, and DIY Leather Tips
Welcome to the weekend and the Week In Review, the perfect opportunity to sit back, relax... Read more
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Best New Gear | September 2022
Cozy merino staples just in time for autumn, effortless keyring carry, and solid protection for your... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
October 2024’s Must-Have Gear | From Minimal EDC Backpacks to Travel Collections
Weatherproof travel-ready messengers, toasty insulation for cooler days, and stylishly functional timepieces were just some of... Read more
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Best New Gear :: August 2017
August has welcomed a host of highlights in the carry world, from business luxe to packable... Read more
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SPACE
Mission to Mars | Designing Backpacks for NASA
Growing up in the green suburban streets of Reston, Virginia, Mark Falvai, co-founder of Mission Workshop,... Read more
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Top 10 Back To Study Bags
Having a study bag fail you is a hard lesson to learn. If you want to... Read more
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Best New Gear | January 2022
Stay warm and stylish while on the move with a lightweight but warm shirt jacket, pair... Read more
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NEW RELEASE
First Look | Wotancraft Waist Pack 3.5L
One of our favorite modern-heritage brands is back with an updated Waist Pack / Sling Pouch... Read more
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Western Rise Upgrades Travel Line with Evolution 2.0
One of the most common questions in our community is something along the lines of, “What’s... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 5 October
QWSTION ups the organization, Pelican takes to the skies and a protective pack leaps into the... Read more
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The James Brand :: Studio Visit
What do you get when you start a company with design built into the foundation, instead... Read more
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Checking Out :: Mixed Works
A quick look at Mixed Works. New guys on the block to the carry world. ... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
February 2025’s Must-Have Gear | From Minimalist EDC to Suave Travel Staples
A minimalist wallet to clean up your pockets, coffee-inspired carry from Tokyo streets to outdoor trails,... Read more
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