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Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L Backpack

EVERYDAY / BIKE

Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L Backpack Review

by , April 23, 2021

Reviewing the Inside Line Equipment Transit 25L… Back in 2014, I bought my first fixed gear... Read more

7.5

Drive By :: Kelty PK 50 backpack

by , October 20, 2014

Kelty and I have had a long relationship. When I was 18 and heading off to... Read more

6

Drive By :: CamelBak KUDU 12

by , February 20, 2015

As an obsessive mountain biker I am consistently thinking about how to carry better while on... Read more

Fuller Foundry Briefcase

Fuller Foundry Briefcase Review

by , February 17, 2020

There’s something about the Fuller Foundry aesthetic that immediately caught my eye. The first time they... Read more

7.6
Riot Division

Riot Division Fractalization SS 2021 Review

by , June 12, 2021

Based in Kyiv, Ukraine, Riot Division is a brand that has been rocking the techwear world... Read more

The Level Collective Winnats Roll Top

The Level Collective Winnats Roll Top Review

So I’ll let you in on a secret. What first captured my attention about The Level... Read more

7.1
Ojeito Go-kit Backpack

EVERYDAY

Ojeito Go-kit Backpack Review

by , May 12, 2021

What happens when you combine decades of experience from action sports, outdoors, and the sneakers world? The... Read more

7.7

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

Packing List :: Bike Touring

by , January 4, 2017

For Tim Wiggins, cycling is a way of life. From mountain biking to road cycling and... Read more

wanaka-backpack-review

OUTDOORS

WANAKA Adapt Backpack Review: Drive By

by , February 1, 2019

We’d like to give a warm welcome to our new contributor, Jovanni Bello. Renaissance man, adventurer... Read more

7.4

Drive By :: ULTRAOLIVE Pebble Duffel Bag

by , August 21, 2014

  I would not blame you if ULTRAOLIVE is still a new brand on your radar.... Read more

Lorenz Holder

The Perfect Photographer’s Packing List for an Action Sports Adventure

by , October 9, 2018

Award-winning action sports photographer Lorenz Holder doesn’t do things by halves. When his imagination was captured by... Read more

Mammut Flip 22 and Light 30 Review

SNOW

Mammut Flip 22 and Light 30 Review

by , May 21, 2019

The Mammut Flip Removable Airbag 3.0 and Mammut Light Removable Airbag 3.0 are avalanche airbags designed... Read more

8

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
Tactica M100

Tactica M100 Carabiner Multi-tool Review: Drive By

by , July 17, 2018

I’m not really that much of a gadget guy. I’m a minimalist at heart, and I’ve... Read more

6.7
NAGLEV Veloce Kevlar Trail Running Shoe

Is This the Ultimate Trail Running Shoe?

Having grown up in Colorado, I have always loved a good trail shoe. While I no... Read more

Drive By :: MindShift Gear Rotation180º Backpack

We touched on the Rotation180º backpack very briefly in the Week In Review (8 December) but... Read more

Drive By :: Dakine Sherpa Duffel

by , July 22, 2014

I bought my first Dakine backpack when I was in high school more than 12 years... Read more

Drive By :: Simple Wallet 2.0

by , April 28, 2014

As a writer for Carryology, I am always on a quest to find the perfect minimalist... Read more

HEIMPLANET-Transit-Line-Travel-Pack-Video-Review

HEIMPLANET Transit Line Travel Pack: Video Review

by , August 7, 2018

The HEIMPLANET Transit Line Travel Pack is an understated bag designed to move between work and... Read more

Nomadic Research TTL Travel Bag 38L

TRAVEL

Nomadic Research TTL Travel Bag 38L Review

by , October 13, 2023

The Nomadic Research TTL Travel Bag 38L is designed for understated carry with larger loads. See... Read more

8.3

Camera Carry

Atlas Packs Athlete Camera Pack Road Test Review

I have a love hate relationship with camera bags, and I always have. As a photographer,... Read more

9.2
new gear discoveries ep 1

New Gear Discoveries: Ep 1

We’ve teamed up with one of our favorite humans, Bo Ismono, on this new series: New... Read more

Blue EDC

What’s In My Pockets: Blue EDC

by , April 22, 2020

Current EDC setup got you feeling a little blue? There’s nothing depressing about these blue EDC... Read more

Outer Shell Hip Slinger

BIKE

Outer Shell Hip Slinger Review

by , March 25, 2020

It’s everyone’s dream to buy product from a brand that makes their product locally and gives... Read more

Groundtruth RIKR Technical Tote

EVERYDAY

Groundtruth RIKR Technical Tote Review

by , September 28, 2021

The Groundtruth RIKR Technical Tote is an all-in-one tote bag, shoulder bag, and backpack. Adding to... Read more

Bellroy vs Crafted Goods

EVERYDAY

Bellroy Totepack vs Crafted Goods Mr Groove: Video Review

The Bellroy Duo Totepack and Crafted Goods Mr. Groove are both great tote bags. But they... Read more

EVERYDAY CARRY

Bellroy Market Tote | The Accessory You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you’re a Carryologist, then there’s a good chance that you own some pretty unique bags.... Read more

Chrome Hightower

Chrome Industries Hightower Transit Backpack: Video Review

by , December 7, 2017

The Chrome Industries Hightower is a backpack designed to function well in urban settings, with low-key... Read more

7.7
Trakke Lecht

Trakke Lecht Backpack: Video Review

by , January 19, 2018

The Trakke Lecht is a multifunctional backpack designed to handle the demands of outdoor adventures but... Read more

7.2
Thule-Upslope-35L-Review---hero

Thule Upslope 35L Review

by , July 3, 2019

With a storied history in ski racks and vehicular gear carry, Thule has created one of... Read more

7.6
Aer Flight Pack

Aer Flight Pack: Video Review

by , September 22, 2017

The Aer Flight Pack is a carry-on backpack with three-way portability and the flexibility to double... Read more

7.6
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

Timbuk2 Wander Pack

Timbuk2 Wander Pack: Video Review

by , March 26, 2018

Always on the hunt for great one-bag travel options, Pack Hacker turns its focus to the... Read more

6.6
Elvis-&-Kresse-Weekender-Review

EVERYDAY / TRAVEL

Elvis & Kresse Weekender Review :: Drive By

by , October 16, 2017

The smell is the first thing you notice when you open up an Elvis & Kresse... Read more

7.8
Angry Lane Rider Daypack

Quick Look: Angry Lane Rider Daypack

by , February 17, 2021

The Angry Lane Rider Daypack is a collaborative pack that teams a multifunctional motorcycle/EDC backpack with... Read more

Bellroy Shift Backpack

Bellroy Shift Backpack: Quick Look

An office backpack that looks good with a suit and can step out beyond the 9-5... Read more

TECH

Apple iPad Pro | Is This the Perfect Mobile Studio for Travel and Adventure?

We’ve spent the last 8 months using Apple’s iPad Pro as a laptop replacement. We’ve taken... Read more

Bluesmart Black Edition Carry-On Case :: Video Review

by , January 11, 2017

The Bluesmart Black Edition is a carry-on case that packs a variety of smart travel features... Read more

6.2
BioLite HeadLamp 200

OUTDOORS

BioLite HeadLamp 200 Review

by , February 13, 2020

When you think BioLite, usually stoves and charging equipment spring to mind. But make no mistake,... Read more

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
Sennheiser-PXC-550-Review

Sennheiser PXC 550 Noise Cancelling Headphones: Review

by , November 8, 2017

Kris Schroeder is a musician – among other things – and founding member of long-standing Australian band... Read more

Harvest Label Flyer’s 70XX Backpack

Harvest Label Flyer’s 70XX Backpack Review

by , July 23, 2021

Brands and their designers often take inspiration from the past with the goal to build something... Read more

7.7
Tortuga-Backpacks-Setout-Review---Maximum-Carry-On

Tortuga Setout Travel Backpack: Video Review

by , February 8, 2018

The Tortuga Setout Travel Backpack aims to keep your urban adventures on track with a functional,... Read more

7.4
Agency Aspect Hybrid Crossbody and Hybrid Messenger

EVERYDAY

Agency Aspect Hybrid Crossbody and Hybrid Messenger Review

A year in testing. Multiple continents. Unforgiving winter weather. Balmy summer sun. On foot. Two wheels.... Read more

8.2
Pacsafe Venturesafe X40

Pacsafe Venturesafe X40 PLUS Anti-theft Backpack: Video Review

by , April 30, 2018

Looking for a travel backpack with added safety features for peace of mind? Dig into the... Read more

Radius Outfitters Gear Box 3500

OUTDOORS

Radius Outfitters Gear Box 3500 Review 

by , September 15, 2022

I stumbled upon Radius Outfitters a few months. On first inspection, this case struck me as... Read more

7.9
Moment x Strohl Mountain Light 45

PHOTOGRAPHY

Moment x Strohl Mountain Light 45

by , June 18, 2021

“Simplify, then add lightness.” – Colin Chapman Moment is a brand that we have been featuring... Read more

8

EVERYDAY / OUTDOORS

Third Block Gear Advanced Field Sling Review

by , January 31, 2020

We’d like to welcome new contributor, Jon Custis. Jon is a retired infantryman, currently serving diplomat,... Read more

6.9
Booq Cobra Brief

Drive By :: Booq Cobra Brief

Meet our new contributor, Michael Webb:  self confessed IT geek, office professional, and all-round worldly dude... Read more

7.3
Outlier Paper Nylon Tote Bag

Outlier Paper Nylon Tote: Drive By

by , December 12, 2017

Update: March 2018 Outlier has updated Experiment 033 – The Paper Nylon Tote with Experiment 073... Read more

7.9
Fuller Foundry Duffel

Fuller Foundry Duffel Review

by , April 8, 2020

The first thing I noticed about the Fuller Foundry Duffel when I opened up the box... Read more

7.8
PGYTECH OneMo Camera Backpack

What’s In My Camera Bag: PGYTECH OneMo Camera Backpack

by , August 4, 2020

From customizable organization to quick access and expandable volume, the PGYTECH OneMo Camera Backpack has more... Read more

douchebag-snow-roller

The Douchebag Snow Roller :: Video Review

by , September 20, 2016

Viv Smith is the Executive Producer at 1iOpen Productions. Her work as an adventure filmmaker takes... Read more

8

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

7.9
Datum Trecknos Roll Top Pack

Datum Trecknos Roll Top Pack: Video Review

by , January 18, 2018

The Datum Trecknos Roll Top Pack is a hybrid urban outdoor backpack designed to adapt to... Read more

6.9
Hawkesmill Marlborough Camera Bag

Hawkesmill Marlborough Camera Bag :: Drive By

by , September 20, 2017

Photographer and food lover Marty Maras, tests and reviews… Hawkesmill offer a variety of luxuriously crafted camera bags... Read more

7.6
Crumpler Bike Bags

Crumpler Bike Bags Review

by , August 12, 2023

If you’ve spent any time on college campuses, public transit, or heck, the continent of Australia... Read more

Tamrac G32 Backpack :: Video Review

by , November 1, 2016

The Tamrac G32 backpack is designed to offer versatile access, flexible carry options and a configurable... Read more

7.1
Cotopaxi Roca Duffel

GEAR HAULING

Cotopaxi Roca Duffel Review: Drive By

by , November 9, 2017

Cotopaxi’s Roca Duffel takes its name from the Quechua word for ‘rock.’ It’s a fitting title... Read more

6.4
ITR One Backpack

ITR One Backpack: Quick Look

A photography bag, travel bag, work bag, gym bag and more. All with just one bag?... Read more

Black Ember WPRT

Black Ember WPRT Backpack: Quick Look

by , December 2, 2018

Black Ember rolls out their first rolltop backpack with the Black Ember WPRT. Built to be... Read more

Drive By | Blk Pine Workshop Daypack

by , April 18, 2011

Drive By | Blk Pine Daypack Road testing a bag can take a long time to... Read more

7.3
onfadd-apron-review

STREETWEAR

ONFAdd Versatile Apron Review

by , October 31, 2019

On the heels of their “Best Specialist Bag” Carry Award, ONFAdd reached out to me with... Read more

7.2
Hold fast Roamographer

HoldFast Gear Roamographer Review :: Drive By

by , December 2, 2016

He was a sturdy unit, his fingers like bratwursts, eyes, bagged like a racoon. It was... Read more

7.9

OUTDOOR

Stio CFS Duffel :: Drive By

by , August 15, 2017

Sleek in a way that would turn heads on a catwalk. Decked out with bonafide Grade... Read more

7.3
How bags are made ep 01

CARRY 101

How Bags are Made: Episode 1 “Design & Sampling”

by , October 24, 2019

Ever wondered how bags are manufactured on a large scale? Ridgebake invited Bo Ismono to venture... Read more

Thule AllTrail Backpack Hiking

Thule AllTrail 45L Backpack: Drive By

by , February 15, 2018

With the outdoors more popular than ever, people are trying more and more activities. Along with... Read more

6.9

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

Road Tests :: BOgear – Chunky Toad

by , November 16, 2012

Brisbane Outdoor Gear has become a strong part of the Brisbane cycling community and by extension,... Read more

Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor: Drive By

by , January 25, 2018

Sierra Designs teamed up with Andrew Skurka, National Geographic’s 2007 Adventurer of the Year and professional... Read more

7.6

Camera Carry

Wotancraft Commander Review

Sometimes, there are products that elude our grasp. Grails, unicorns, must-haves. Whatever they’re labeled, they hold... Read more

8.4
Tucker Bloom North To South Messenger

Drive By :: Tucker & Bloom North to South Messenger

by , November 25, 2014

If I asked you to name the bag company that is family owned, has been in... Read more

6.2

Road Tests :: Ethnotek Messenger

by , May 2, 2012

We have already had a peek at some of the gear that Ethnotek produces. Previously we... Read more

CAMERA CARRY

WaterField Cargo Camera Bag Review

Waterfield is a company that I’ve admired from afar and I know that they are favourites... Read more

8.1
Jerrybag SHIELD

What’s In My Travel Bag: Jerrybag SHIELD Backpack Review

by , January 15, 2019

Inspired by jerry cans, the Jerrybag SHIELD Backpack combines the lightweight impact protection of polycarbonate with... Read more

Ally Capellino Fin Waxed Cotton Backpack

EVERYDAY

Ally Capellino Fin Waxed Cotton Backpack Review

by , January 14, 2022

The fashion industry is infamous for its prioritization of style over substance, but bag brand Ally... Read more

7.6
Bo Ismono's Extended EDC

Bo Ismono’s Extended EDC

by , October 25, 2017

Some things you have to carry on a daily basis. But there’s often a few non-essentials... Read more

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
hinterher-header

Hinterher Hmini Trailer Review :: Road Tests

by , November 18, 2016

Continuing on from his visit to Hinterher’s HQ, Berlin Muse puts the Hinterher Hmini trailer to... Read more

8.2

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

NEW RELEASE

Exclusive First Look | EVERGOODS PLC20

Jack and Kevin are at it again. And we’ve got the exclusive first look at their... Read more

Kitanica Scorpion

OUTDOORS

Kitanica Scorpion Review

by , March 19, 2025

Lumbar packs are not my usual choice, but certainly, they have their place in my carry... Read more

8.2
DSPTCH Travel Pack

DSPTCH Travel Pack: Video Review

by , March 26, 2018

The DSPTCH Travel Pack is designed to blend clean aesthetics with functional organization and access. Solid... Read more

7.7
Mike Libecki

PROFILES

Mike Libecki: Climbing More than Mountains

In September, four friends stood atop a 3000ft tower of granite in remote and unexplored Greenland,... Read more

Like a Custom Briefcase? Sartolane Drive By Review

by , June 9, 2017

Aaahh…the leather briefcase. The iconic item for every self-respecting businessman. We here at Carryology love timeless... Read more

7.5
Aer Pro Collection

EVERYDAY CARRY

Aer Pro Collection | Quick Look Review

by , May 4, 2023

JT White dives into a quick look review of the new Aer Pro Collection – a... Read more

QWSTION BioLight Collection: Sustainability Without Sacrifice

by , August 17, 2020

Ten years after their founding, the Zurich-based carry brand QWSTION achieved an important milestone in their... Read more

8.1

Quick Review | Nau Fluent Stash

by , February 7, 2011

Quick Review | Nau Fluent Stash Why it caught my eye There’s no way around it,... Read more

Chrome Macheto Review

Chrome Industries Macheto Travel Pack: Video Review

by , February 20, 2018

We’re always on the hunt for great one-bag travel options, and tagging along on the journey... Read more

7

Drive By :: Hanchor Chalk Bags

by , July 4, 2014

It’s great to see a company spending so much time improving one of the most fundamental... Read more

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
The James Brand Elko

The James Brand Elko: Video Review

The James Brand Elko is a minimalist and multifunctional pocket knife designed to fit easily into... Read more

Dewar’s x Billykirk No. 497 Messenger Bag: Drive By

by , November 17, 2017

Dewar’s Whiskey, in 2016 as much of a recognizable name for whiskey if there was one.... Read more

7.8
Ashley-Hill-Profile

PROFILE

Ashley Hill: Meet Royalty, Float on Air, Repeat

Few bikepackers brave the Top of the World Highway – a 60-mile stretch of steep and... Read more

Velomacchi Roll-Top Backpack

Velomacchi Roll-Top Backpack :: Video Review

by , August 23, 2017

Looking for carry stability at high speed? The Velomacchi Roll-Top Backpack aims to deliver, with an abrasion-resistant... Read more

7.2
Mission Workshop Radian

Mission Workshop Radian Travel Pack: Video Review

by , October 19, 2018

Pack Hacker takes the Mission Workshop Radian for a spin to determine how this rugged backpack... Read more

Drive By :: Aecraft Peak (Giveaway)

by , August 13, 2014

Aecraft, the kinda-new kids on the block, produce quality laptop and iPad sleeves. They’ve been around... Read more

PolarPro Boreal 50L Backpack

OUTDOORS / PHOTOGRAPHY

PolarPro Boreal 50L Backpack Review

Most people in the photography world know PolarPro for their filters. But recently, they have been... Read more

7.8
Carryology Meetup Hamburg

COMMUNITY

Carryology Collective: Meetup in Hamburg

On 29 February 2020 carry fans descended on the Heimplanet store to delve into all things... Read more

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