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Incase Diamond Wire

Incase Icon Diamond Wire Backpack :: Video Review

by , August 23, 2016

Looking for a bag with a host of organization? Chase Reeves delves into more than a... Read more

Road Tests :: Heimplanet Monolith Weekender

by , August 16, 2016

Late last summer, Heimplanet was kind enough to send over their Monolith Weekender bag and Volume+... Read more

6.3

Magpul DAKA Pouch :: Drive By

by , August 5, 2016

Magpul aren’t a brand that comes to mind when you think “Carry”, but they’re certainly trying... Read more

Mountainsmith Day Lumbar Pack :: Drive By

by , July 29, 2016

This review was written by Greg Davis, epic bag collector and outdoorsman.  The classic Mountainsmith Day... Read more

7.3

Gregory Border 25L Backpack :: Drive By

by , July 22, 2016

Gregory is one of the OG’s of the carry scene. But for most people Gregory is... Read more

6.8

Firesign Brand Waterman Messenger :: Video Review

by , July 21, 2016

Sometimes you need to contend with a light drizzle. Other times it’s that sinking feeling of... Read more

6.9

Aer Travel Pack :: Video Review

Are you a fan of one-bag travel? The Aer Travel Pack is designed to help you... Read more

8

LAT_56 Road Warrior Carry-On Suitcase :: Drive By

by , July 12, 2016

The Road Warrior Carry-On Suitcase RW_01 by Scottish-based LAT_56 is built for business travel and other... Read more

7.6

MindShift Gear UltraLight Dual 25L Backpack :: Video Review

by , July 7, 2016

Camera gear can be tricky to carry. Add the challenges of a jungle environment to the... Read more

7.5

Recycled Firefighter The Chief Backpack :: Drive By

by , July 3, 2016

I’m all about textures, which directly links to me loving fabrics. Essentially, bags are just fabrics,... Read more

7.3

Octovo Backpack Review:: Drive By

by , July 1, 2016

As you know from my Octovo wallet (which is still my EDC), I hold Octovo in incredibly... Read more

7.1
Black Ember TL Pack

Road Tests :: Black Ember TL Pack

by , June 24, 2016

The Black Ember TL Pack is a twenty-liter pack that was perfect for a recent trip... Read more

Gregory Denali 75 Backpack :: Drive By Review

by , June 21, 2016

Gregory was kind enough to send over a Denali 75L for my winter escapades. Now that... Read more

8.5

The North Face Access Pack :: Video Review

The North Face Access Pack is one of the most anticipated carry releases in 2016. Does... Read more

8
Topo Designs x Uncrate Rover

Topo Designs x Uncrate Rover Pack :: Video Review

by , June 13, 2016

Chase Reeves dives into the details in his signature fun style as he takes the Topo... Read more

Thule Crossover 56L Rolling Duffel :: Video Review

Heading off on a longer trip? See if the Thule Crossover 56L Rolling Duffel is a... Read more

7.4
Goruck Kids

GORUCK Kid Ruck 8L and 13L :: Drive By

by , May 26, 2016

Kid carry – a world often littered with ‘fun’ but not too functional bags. But there... Read more

8.2
Granite Gear Lutsen

Granite Gear Lutsen 35 Backpack :: Video Review

by , May 24, 2016

Demanding carry loads in an even more demanding carry environment. The adventure film crew from 1iOpen... Read more

7
Velomacchi Review

Velomacchi Speedway Roll-Top Review :: Drive-By

by , May 19, 2016

Standing in line outside the One Motorcycle Show in Portland I saw the beacon: a shiny,... Read more

Mission Workshop R6 HT500 Arkiv Field Backpack :: Video Review

Customizable and ready to roll with a range of modular accessories, the Mission Workshop R6 HT500... Read more

8.4
Tanner Goods Wilderness Rucksack Salt & Pepper Navy

Tanner Goods Wilderness Rucksack :: Video Review

by , April 20, 2016

Our new vlogger and contributor Chase Reeves is into seriously good carry – without getting too... Read more

7.1

Boreas Tsum Trek 55 Backpack :: Drive By Review

by , April 19, 2016

Another motorbike roars past us onto the parched red dirt of the landing strip. The guards... Read more

6.9

Lexdray Whistler Pack :: Video Review

Urban-friendly looks, durable construction and lots of organization…the Lexdray Whistler Pack features all of this and... Read more

7.5
DPx Gear Aculus 3D

Drive By :: DPx Gear Aculus 3D

by , March 16, 2016

When you hear the phrases “hard use folding knife” and “classic gent’s pocket knife,” you probably... Read more

Drive By :: Triple Aught Design Dispatch Bag

by , March 14, 2016

Outdoor enthusiast Trevor Knoll has no shortage of experience putting bags through their paces, so when... Read more

7.9

Drive By :: Alpha One Niner Recon Nine EVADE

by , March 8, 2016

Every now and then a bag pops up that grabs your interest. Not necessarily for the... Read more

7.6
Bergans review

Road Tests :: Bergans Trollhetta 75

by , March 1, 2016

“So, Bergans, did they choose that name to look like Berghaus?” my hiking buddy asks. It’s the... Read more

8
ice pack

Road Tests :: Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2400 Ice Pack

by , February 25, 2016

Unsure of whether I was entering a dream or waking up from one, I found myself... Read more

7.5

Video Review :: Lexdray Dubai Travel Case

by , February 17, 2016

Rummaging around in your bag for small carry-on items is time-consuming and frustrating. Add a tight... Read more

Road Tests :: Moshi Urbana Mini Slim Handbag

A stylish and lightweight design that looks good inside and out of work environments, plenty of... Read more

6.8

Road Tests :: Teranishi Venture

Japanese-born Teppei Teranishi, the namesake of Teranishi Studio, spent his formative years rocking out, wielding the... Read more

8.2
Arc'teryx Khamski

Video Review :: Arc’teryx Khamski 38

by , February 1, 2016

When the backcountry beckons, you need a suitable pack for the terrain. The Arc’teryx Khamski 38... Read more

8

Drive By :: Octovo Purist Wallet

by , January 29, 2016

As readers of my reviews will know, I am a bit obsessed with minimalist wallets. My... Read more

7.8
Thule Versant

Drive By :: Thule Versant 70L

by , January 27, 2016

High above the waters of Lake Superior I navigate a winding trail that skirts worryingly near... Read more

6.8

Drive By :: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Messenger Bag

by , January 22, 2016

Lightweight. Check.  Durable. Check. Your prototypical (bike) messenger bag. Check. Meet the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Messenger... Read more

6.6
Slicks Header

Video Review :: SLICKS Travel System

by , January 20, 2016

The SLICKS Travel System has lofty ambitions – a carry-on backpack that can serve as your... Read more

Slicks Travel System

Road Tests :: SLICKS Travel System

by , January 20, 2016

A little bit of versatility in a bag goes a long way. The SLICKS Travel System... Read more

7.7

Drive By :: Osprey Spin 32

by , January 15, 2016

A feature-rich backpack with an original closure mechanism, aimed at the urban cyclist. That would be... Read more

7.6
Heimplanet Daypack

Road Tests :: Heimplanet Monolith Daypack

by , January 14, 2016

Heimplanet is an innovative tent company making a move into carry.... Read more

7.3

Drive By :: 15″ Incase ICON Sleeve

by , January 5, 2016

I’ve relied on my desktop for far too long. The urge to have a laptop was... Read more

Drive By :: Topo Designs Mountain Pack

by , January 2, 2016

Topo Designs from Colorado USA is a product of the locally made movement our world is... Read more

7.6

Drive By :: Colfax Design Works Recon Pack and Modules

by , December 23, 2015

Made in the USA, this backpack will become the pride of anyone looking for a versatile... Read more

7

Video Review :: OutThere USA AS-3 and 45-L Backpacks

by , December 22, 2015

The OutThere USA AS-3 and 45-L Backpack are aimed at the outdoor adventurer, the explorer who... Read more

7

Road Tests :: Outlier Ultrahigh Backpack

by , December 21, 2015

The Outlier Ultrahigh Backpack is a different bag for us. It really grew on us and... Read more

7.7
Mission Workshop Rambler

Mission Workshop Rambler :: Video Review

by , December 14, 2015

We’d like to send out a big Carryology welcome to our newest contributor, humanitarian aid worker... Read more

8.2
GORUCK GR0

GORUCK GR0 :: Video Review

by , December 2, 2015

We’d like to send out a warm welcome to our newest contributor, commercial film editor and... Read more

8.7

Drive By :: ro bags Indigo G Surplus

by , November 27, 2015

Ro Bags is a New York/Hong Kong outfit that balances East Village vibes with clean, modern... Read more

6.7

Drive By :: ONA Nylon Camps Bay Backpack

by , November 25, 2015

Guest post from photographer and food lover Marty Maras… I’m a firm believer that the simpler... Read more

7

Drive By :: This Is Ground Mod Laptop 2

by , November 24, 2015

This Is Ground’s Mod Laptop 2 aims to deliver a sleek and simple solution to your... Read more

6.8

Drive By :: Samsonite Pro-DLX 4

Italian by birth and based in Kazakhstan, Luca Pettini is no stranger to traveling, particularly for... Read more

7.3

Drive By :: Granite Gear Virga 26

by , November 18, 2015

The Granite Gear Virga 26 is certainly not the first of its kind.  It’s an ultralight... Read more

7

Drive By :: YNOT Viken Duffel

by , November 12, 2015

In case the previous reviews weren’t obvious, I’m a bit obsessed with duffels. I love the... Read more

7.6

Drive By :: Côte&Ciel Rhine Flat Backpack

by , November 11, 2015

Joe Bowers makes stuff. Cool stuff like human-sized Chicken Walkers and 3D-printed sneakers to name a few.... Read more

7

Drive By :: Porter Tanker Daypack

by , November 9, 2015

It’s been a long time coming, but we finally got our hands on a Porter Tanker... Read more

7.2

Drive By :: Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle 75

by , November 6, 2015

Despite the full wetsuit the waters of Lake Michigan, chilled by the briskness of the October... Read more

8

Review: GORUCK Bullet 10L

by , October 30, 2015

The following is kindly republished with permission from Pack Config. GORUCK is not really a brand... Read more

8.4

Journey through West Berlin, starring the Cravar Alpha 15/Rust

by , October 28, 2015

“Tomorrow may be hell,” said author Neil Gaiman, “but today was a good writing day, and... Read more

7.4

Drive By :: Seventy Eight Percent Jurgen

by , October 22, 2015

Stephanie Sacco, Customer Stoke Manager and Super Mum, reviews the Seventy Eight Percent Jurgen… I am... Read more

6.9

Drive By :: Mystery Ranch Sweet Pea

by , October 16, 2015

Designer, Alex Knorr, takes the Sweet Pea on an epic adventure… Sometimes you plan a trip... Read more

9.1
Douglas Davidson

Drive By :: Burton Wheelie Board Case

by , October 14, 2015

When it comes to snowboard bags the choices are limited.  Only a few brands have dedicated... Read more

8

Drive By :: Quechua BNY All Mountain 32L

by , October 12, 2015

The Quechua BNY All Mountain 32L is a very affordable mountain pack for side-country jaunts. It... Read more

6

Drive By :: Millican Smith the Roll Pack 25L

by , October 9, 2015

James Jeffrey reviews the Millican Smith the Roll Pack… Millican, the change of pace kings based... Read more

7.4

Drive By :: Pacsafe Intasafe Z600 Anti-theft Weekender

by , September 29, 2015

The Pacsafe Intasafe Z600 anti-theft weekender duffel is a lightweight, casual weekender with practical pocketing and... Read more

7.2

Drive By :: Toffee Lincoln Briefcase

by , September 22, 2015

Briefcases are seeing a renaissance of late, becoming the carry of choice for the professional urban... Read more

6.6

Drive By :: Osprey Radial 26

by , September 15, 2015

For the following Drive By we roped in Richard Bolus: Bellroy Special Ops, linguist and polite... Read more

7.6

Road Tests :: Peak Design Everyday Messenger

by , September 9, 2015

Three-quarters of the way through, and it’s already clear that 2015 is a flagship year for... Read more

8.4

Drive By :: REI Trail 40

by , September 1, 2015

If you have never heard of REI (Recreational Equipment Incorporated) you’ve probably been living a bit... Read more

7.7

Drive By :: Teddyfish 9/TF

by , September 1, 2015

Teddyfish have been around since 2010 and their goal is to make original, robust and simple... Read more

5.6

Drive By :: Seventy Eight Percent Katz

by , August 27, 2015

Everyone has a story about seeing someone and being immediately taken by them. Maybe it was... Read more

7.8

Drive By :: Seagull Bags NightShift V2

by , August 18, 2015

Pete Barfoot, marine biologist and surfer, lugs the little-known Seagull Bags NightShift V2 up the coast... Read more

7.4

Drive By :: Bellroy Carry Out

by , August 7, 2015

The two-in-one. An often attempted feat in the world of carry, but rarely pulled off. The... Read more

Drive By :: Lexdray Vienna Pack

Meet Luke Daniels, our new contributor…that’s not his real name. I’m ex-military with operational experience in... Read more

7.7

Drive By :: Timbuk2 Command TSA-Friendly Laptop Backpack

by , July 29, 2015

The Timbuk2 Command TSA-Friendly Laptop Backpack is a well priced, mid-sized carry-on backpack that suits a... Read more

7.6

Road Tests :: Alchemy Equipment AEL002 30L Daypack

by , July 9, 2015

Putting the Alchemy Equipment AEL002 30L Daypack is Jimmy Gleeson, designer, traveler, watermelon enthusiast. Months ago,... Read more

7.6

The Hunt Continues :: Brooks Islington Rucksack

by , July 7, 2015

The hunt for the perfect bike bag continues for Ariel Wickham Earnhardt… Handsome, sophisticated, durable, timeless…Brooks saddles are the... Read more

5.7

Drive By :: Recycled Firefighter The Sergeant

by , June 30, 2015

Rising from the ashes of its previous career comes the battle-hardened Recycled Firefighter Sergeant. But can... Read more

Boreas Muir Woods 30 :: From Bogota to Big Jungle

by , June 24, 2015

Stepping onto the tarmac in Cali, Colombia I’m immediately greeted by the heady South American atmosphere;... Read more

7.3

Road Tests :: Côte&Ciel Isar Twin Touch

by , June 19, 2015

Intro The Côte&Ciel Isar Twin Touch is a bag that gets us really excited for the... Read more

7.8

Drive By :: Titaner Flashlight

by , June 18, 2015

When it comes to pocketable gear, titanium construction is one of the hallmarks of the higher... Read more

Drive By :: QWSTION Overnighter (Special Edition)

When QWSTION announced their first foray into leather with their Black Leather Special Edition Overnighter and... Read more

7.4

Drive By :: Lexdray Mont Blanc Pack

by , June 9, 2015

Alex Drayer is back again with another feature-filled bag; this time it’s the Lexdray Mont Blanc,... Read more

7.6

Drive By :: BO Gear Spare Camel

by , June 1, 2015

Self-confessed ‘backpack nerd’, Andrew W, drops in for a guest post… I need a decent backpack.... Read more

8

Drive By :: Outlier Ultrahigh Duffle

by , May 26, 2015

Taking the reins in our latest Drive By is our new contributor. Jeremy is the co-owner... Read more

7.5

Drive By :: Rimowa Salsa Deluxe Cabin Multiwheel

by , May 25, 2015

For anyone looking at wheeled luggage, Rimowa should be on your list. For some the price... Read more

7.5

Drive By :: Timbuk2 Prospect Laptop Backpack

by , May 22, 2015

Timbuk2 was founded in the heart of San Francisco by a bike messenger named Rob Honeycutt. ... Read more

7.7

Drive By :: Samsonite Lite-Locked 68L Spinner

by , May 19, 2015

Taking the wheel in our latest Drive By is Lina Calabria, finance manager, altruist and mother... Read more

7.6

Drive By :: Esperos Weekend Warrior

by , May 15, 2015

When Esperos Bags popped up on my radar I was intrigued. It was one of the... Read more

6

Drive By :: JBird Collective Techpack

by , May 12, 2015

Josh Rogers gets behind the wheel for our latest Drive By featuring the JBird Collective Techpack.... Read more

6.9

Drive By :: Direct Action Dragon Egg

by , May 5, 2015

For our latest Drive By featuring the Dragon Egg from Direct Action, Pete Barfoot was the... Read more

5.7

Drive By :: Amōs Oscar Travel Bag

by , May 1, 2015

It’s growing harder and harder in the ever-competitive carry landscape to stand out. That’s why when... Read more

7.4
Aer Duffel

Drive By :: Aer Duffle Pack

by , April 27, 2015

Because fitting in a workout on top of a work day (or day at University in... Read more

7

Road Tests :: Haglöfs RYGGSÄCK N:o 1

by , April 24, 2015

Backpacks were the foundation of Wiktor Haglöf’s business. One of the first packs he created was... Read more

8.2

Fly By :: Victorinox Lexicon 22 Dual-Caster

by , April 17, 2015

Welcome to the second part of our awesome Fly By series in partnership with Cathay Pacific... Read more

Drive By :: DUN Billfold

by , April 16, 2015

Wallets are both personal and prolific. They’re everywhere – they were The Thing on Kickstarter a... Read more

Road Test :: J. Panther Luggage Co. RollTote

by , April 14, 2015

J. Panther has a great brand feel, interesting aesthetic, and lovely materials. The RollTote is an... Read more

Drive By :: ETWAS Standard #2

by , April 11, 2015

Will Lisak founded ETWAS in 2009 on the idea that buying luxury objects shouldn’t require supporting... Read more

6.4

Drive By :: STM Sequel Small Laptop Shoulder Bag

by , April 8, 2015

It was a shock to me, but some people don’t want their bags to be bespoke... Read more

6.4

Drive By :: Ethnotek Setia

by , April 2, 2015

Introducing a new guest reviewer… Tegan Ang is an office manager; she organizes stuff like a... Read more

7.2

Drive By :: EVOC Guide Team 30L

by , March 31, 2015

I’ve been looking at and admiring EVOC as a brand for a while now. With their... Read more

Drive By :: Henty Wingman Backpack

by , March 24, 2015

Introducing new contributor, Nick Houlihan. One of the many shirt-donning, two-wheelers braving the morning crush and... Read more

6.9
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