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Ready to roll with a tactical piece of carry? The 5.11 Tactical Rush LIMA is a rugged contender that’s ready for some heavy-duty action. With webbing and pockets left, right and center (and then some), this messenger is an organizer’s dream. The padded laptop sleeve is a safe and secure home for your tech, while […]
Mystery Ranch makes some of the toughest and functional bags out there, so you know the Outsider is going to be good. In fact, it’s better than good. The well-padded shoulder strap makes this messenger a pleasure rather than a pain to carry. There’s also a grab handle for extra portability and the option to […]
When you’re on the go and want to travel fast, backpacks are a great option. Choose a rubbish one though and your journey will come to a grinding halt before the adventure’s even begun. The Aviator Travel backpack finds a sweet balance between price and features, offering good value, reliability and flexibility. The stowable shoulder […]
Incase’s EO Travel Backpack is all about urban-friendly styling jamming with practical travel design. Compression straps cinch the load when you’re traveling light, while the expandable main compartment lets you pack a bit extra for longer trips or bringing home holiday mementos. The front panel and external pockets keep small and important items close at […]
The Waypoint 80 (and Wayfarer 70 for ladies) is a lightweight, one fits all, travel trek pack that carries like a comfortable backpack. With 80 liters of capacity and a detachable daypack, this luggage awesome for adventuring around the globe – everything from two-week trekking vacations to year-long odysseys. Plus it’s modular, with a cool […]
Made especially for the avid photographer, Filson’s Photographer’s Backpack gets it right. With equipment in mind, the main compartment is divided into rectangular modules, providing intelligent and secure storage for your camera gear. A hidden top zipper compartment is padded throughout and contains a laptop sleeve, keeping your digital data secure. Whether travelling between cities […]
Spend a lot of time on your bike? Looking for a little Japanese flair but still want Chrome-level bulletproof build quality? Then check out Blue Lug’s Chimney roll top backpack. A minimalist design, quality ingredients, robust shoulder straps, and rockin’ Made-In-Japan tag, this bag will help protect any urban cyclist’s goodies.
This pack is for the cyclists’s cyclist.The Edge 30 is built with bomber materials from the ground up with cycling commuters in mind.
Meet the Sutro Backpack, a reliable laptop-friendly pack. It’s light weight, has a little rugged appeal and lots of thoughtful features that make this bag pretty damn sweet. Oh, and each bag is handcrafted in San Francisco (made to order), and comes with a lifetime guarantee of “no reasonable request denied.” Pretty cool, huh?
Incase has singled out the ICON as the best backpack they’ve ever made. So what makes it awesome? Well it won’t suit everyone but if you’re a gadget lover it will snag your attention, as this is definitely a pack designed with a tech carrier in mind. Designated spaces for a 15-inch MacBook Pro, iPad […]
A good smaller alternative to the Infinity 43L Rolltop backpack, whilst maintaining that cool edge. This is street fashion meets function with a great build. A T-Aero Cushioning System keeps your back comfy and cool and its rolltop locks out the elements. There’s enough pockets for small items but not too many to over clutter. […]
Inspired by TAD customers who were looking for a lightweight and more nimble alternative to their legendary FAST Pack EDC for use in active scenarios when in need of full range of arm motion. And for us, it’s great for 1-3 day travel trips, riding your bike around town on errands or over to the […]
So many crew go crazy for TAD gear and we know why. Their packs are tactical eye candy, super well made and well considered. The FAST Pack EDC is their flagship and designed for getting active; for the movers and the shakers, the living, FAST. It’s form-fitting, light, and tough as nails.You can hit the […]
A designer backpack if there ever was one. From the velvet lined interior to the hidden compartments, this is the bag you want to take with you as you trot around the globe.
When it comes to packs, the Nomin is top shelf, and its price tag agrees. The sleek black form of the Nomin projects sophistication and style whilst its construction is cutting edge. If you’ve got the bank to ship one of these your way, then by all means, go for it, you lucky son of […]
Presenting the Blade series from Arc’teryx, a series of backpacks from 15-30L spearheaded for men’s travel needs. Each pack comes with a generously-sized main compartment and laptop sleeve, with a top-mounted electronics pocket for small devices or chargers. Among various other pockets are a concealed passport/ID pocket and organizational sleeves for your packed gear. Sharp […]
LA-based Killspencer have been a favorite of ours for a while now. Their bags run geometric silhouettes (that suit the office and urban environment), but with details and fabrics suited to outdoor pursuits. Repurposed military fabrics, great internals, and top notch components add to the appeal – and this daypack is no different. Simple. Styled. […]
For those that don’t know, the parent company of The North Face makes more backpacks than any other brand in the world. Think carry brands like Jansport, Eastpak and Eagle Creek, as well as accessories for Vans and Reef and lots of their other brand stable. So, ummm, they know a thing or two about […]
There’s customization and then there’s the Arkiv Field Pack. This pack offers a range of weatherproof accessories that can be attached or removed to alter the pack to your specific needs at any one time. These include a folio organizer, a laptop case, a tool pocket, a utility/cell pocket, a vertical rolltop pocket and a […]
We can’t think of a better Carry On bag to travel the world with. The GR2 fits everything you need, blends in to anywhere you go, and can be customised with modules to most configurations you desire. If you’re a OneBag convert, the GR2 let’s you carry on everything, yet still present in front of […]
For most of us, we’d get a little bored wearing the same clothes everyday. Yet when it comes to carry, we’ll often sport the same bag or wallet for years. Ethnotek lets you change it up simply and quickly. But more than that, it provides a great canvas to showcase fair trade textiles, so you […]
Ahhh, the classics. Like a VW Beetle, Ferris Bueller, or those white IKEA high chairs you see in every cafe around the world, the Kånken has grown up with more people than Elmo. It’s blocky, it has lots of handles, and the straps are pretty basic. But there’s something so primal about the Kånken that […]
Ahhh, the classics. Like a VW Beetle, Ferris Bueller, or those white IKEA high chairs you see in every cafe around the world, the Kånken has grown up with more people than Elmo. It’s blocky, it has lots of handles, and the straps are pretty basic. But there’s something so primal about the Kånken that […]
This daypack is American made with American made materials and the construction. While effective, it’s not highly sophisticated in construction. The sloping bottom gives the bag a difference from an aesthetic standpoint, and it’s quite sleek and ‘neat’. The straps may be a little too close for anyone that is of a bigger build, but […]
Cycling commuters have it hard. From rain and road scum, to sweat and strain; pushing those pedals is no easy task. This first backpack from SLICKS aims to hide your morning toils and let you look dapper and composed when you step out of your cubicle and in front of your boss. The backpack was […]
With a flair of streamlined functionality, Cilo Gear has developed the Commuter II, a remodelling of their previous backpack’s design. The new result features a 30-L capacity between the main compartment and two side-mounted mesh pockets, useful for storing detachable gear and quick-access items. This backpack features reflective lining that helps you stick out on […]
This is a great everyday bag for the day-to-day commuters, business and school crew; it doesn’t feel too boring or square-ish and floats between the realms of casual and corporate like a nice fitted blazer would – and this pack took home the Carry Award for Best Carry-On, so you know it’s rad for tarmac-related […]
The Tom Bihn Brain Bag is designed for travel, everyday carry and whatever else you want to throw at it. It can carry up to 40 plus pounds of books without wearing out your shoulders. The bag seamlessly expands everything you need like Hermione Granger’s never-ending purse. This is one of those investment pieces that […]
The little bro of The Vandal, The Rambler is a littler bag with a lot to offer. You see, the pack can expand to double its size, so there’s plenty of space for additional storage if required. It not only looks the biz but has quality structure and a good waist strap (removable) and is […]
It looks great in most environments and will keep your contents dry. The Arkiv Field packs come in lots of configurations, to which you can add lots of modules, giving you LOTS of options. Our favorite though is the R6, letting you add side pockets and a flat front pocket. Beware though, the modules soon […]
This pack took home our Best Work Backpack award two years back, and for good reason – it’s crazy versatile and customizable. The Field Pack is part of a modular backpack approach utilising Mission Workshop’s proprietary Arkiv attachment system. In simpler words, you can bolt on all sorts of sleeves and pockets to a few […]
This is one wild looking backpack and something that needs a whole lot of chutzpah to pull off. If you’re not burrowing your face into fashion glossies, frequenting catwalks or lounging in VIP rooms, then maybe this is too much for you. But it’s not all just about good looks (like catwalks and VIPs), there’s […]
A design out of a French fashion house rather than a bag workshop, the Twin Isar always gets heads turning with its free flowing looks and interesting variations on access. This pack won our Best Work Backpack award and is a favorite in the office. If you think of yourself as a bit of a […]
T-Level are like a Korean Mission Workshop, making bags inspired by life on a bike. The Challenger is one of their more featured packs, so you get volume, pockets and a generously ventilated harness. But like most messenger bags, the pack is more about a cavernous main volume than separated spaces and sophisticated sections. It’s […]
This is modern streetwear with nods to heritage. It has nice proportions that work well and there’s some interesting shaping. It suits university students; it suits young adults looking for something with a bit of street sense to it. Just don’t expect it to be passed down to your grandkids because it does lean a […]
With a shape inspired by the super photogenic Visvim 20L pack, the Boulder takes a big EDC brush to this silhouette, adding a tonne of pockets and parts. The pack arrives in a nice fleece lined bag, and almost all the parts and components are a pretty high spec (hence the slightly scary price tag […]
The Cordova is a minimalist, modern, urban backpack loaded with high tech fabric and great comfort all around. It has a very understated design and presence, but make no mistake, this is a serious bag and an excellent addition to anyone’s bag collection. It suits urban and suburban commuters, is great with organization for a […]
Your school backpack grown up, while Topo Daypack has a simple two compartment design, the craftsmanship and materials are top notch. A fun mix of functionality and a style that’s very approachable. We can’t help but feel a vibe of Japanese influence and when I asked them about it, they admitted that they’re fans of […]
Topo’s classic. An ideal travel companion, workmate or pack mule for the daily hike in the hills, giving strong nods to days gone by. Solid hardware and construction, good organisation for small tools and tech. There’s a reason why this is Topo’s flagship.
This pack has been on every one of our contributors’ wish lists – expensive but so damn sexy. Bringing a touch of luxe to your EDC, it’ll have your friends drooling and will have you organized and fitting in anywhere. Smart in the office and suave around town, the KILLSPENCER Special Ops Backpack 3.0 is made […]
The smaller brother of the GR1 you were always waiting for. Supertough, well organized, supertough and badass looks. Did we mention supertough? This is for smaller loads and smaller people. If you’re kinda short or a lady and want a bombproof bag that moves between work and play, then definitely check this out.
Sometimes it feels like the whole world is getting on the GORUCK wagon. Blending a conservative aesthetic that fits in a work space, with a military spec that can John Rambo through war zones, the GR1 is a super-versatile workhorse. It ain’t cheap, but it will definitely last. It looks just as good with a […]
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