March’s Top New Gear Picks | Upgrade Your Carry Setup

Ultralight carry expertise takes to the running trails, sustainable packable travel carry soars high, and big names in the outdoor industry set their sights on shifting colorway standards. Delve in and discover the best new gear that stood out this month.

EDC

Shinola Runwell Detrola

Spring is the perfect time to jump into a refreshed feel on the accessories front, and Shinola offers some striking options with their Runwell Detrola. Signifying the most colorful Detrola series to date, the fan-favorite watch gets a vibrant update with bold colorways and playful Art Dial releases, with twelve colored indexes representing the twelve hours. Inspired by color theory and modern art, the watch doesn’t forget practicality either, with a TR90 resin case with a stainless steel core, quick-release rubber strap, sapphire crystal, and Argonite 705 Quartz movement. Built in Detroit, the watch comes in three new Aqua Green, Deep Olive, and Blue colorways to suit your personal style.

BillyKirk x The Grateful Dead

BillyKirk brings on the bears with their playfully stylish The Grateful Dead collaboration. Designed with support from Warner Music Artist Services and Rhino Records, the collaboration builds on a previous release with new designs, colorways, and custom hardware. The pieces feature the iconic dancing (technically marching) bears logo associated with the band (a nod to their sound engineer, Owsley “Bear” Stanley) and range from valet trays to card cases, passport cases, key fobs, a slipmat, and more. Made in the USA with vegetable-tanned, full-grain leather, these pieces deftly blend functional durability and a salute to letting the good times roll.

Urban

Outlier Mercy/co Highzip Hoodie

With spring on our doorsteps but the possibility of chill winter weather still in the air, Outlier created the Mercy/co Highzip Hoodie as a comfy grab-and-go staple to handle changing conditions. It’s crafted with a midweight 100% cotton terryback sweatshirt fleece that’s been mercerized to burn off the cotton’s fuzziness. This creates more breathability along with a more structured feel. The hoodie has two handwarmer pockets and an extended zipper to provide extra cover at the neck, so you’re good to go when spring excursions still feel a little crisp and you want the feel of a heavyweight hoodie but with breathability for warming days.

Db Prototype Y

Db like to think outside the box – though this time, they’re going inside out. The Prototype Y offers a fun take on their Hugger Backpack, created to reveal the inner workings of the pack by turning each detail inside out. All the internal organization has been relocated externally, while also showcasing panels, stitching, and logos in a limited-edition release.

Mission Workshop Manifest Messenger

Burly build quality, clean style, and practical performance make Mission Workshop’s new Manifest Messenger a solid companion for work commutes and downtime carry alike. The messenger combines a tough X-Pac X51 shell with an X-Pac VX21 lining, offering long-lasting durability, protection from the elements, and structure. Various interior and external pockets are on hand to store tech, EDC, and other small items, while the quick-adjust strap system features custom hardware and a removable stabilizer strap. And with Fidlock V-Buckles on the front flap, you can enjoy one-handed access on the go.

MAAP ALUULA Tech Bag Collection

Cycling can put a lot of demands on your carry gear, from unpredictable weather to wear and tear over long periods of use. But the MAAP ALUULA Tech Bag Collection is built to handle life on a bike, whether you’re commuting or training. The collection features the Tech Tote, Tech Musette, and Tech Pouch. The bags are made with ALUULA Graflyte^™ fabric and ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), providing an excellent blend of toughness, light weight, and water resistance. Slim profiles keep things streamlined while you’re moving fast, with the different styles offering storage for bike repair essentials, daily gear, and more depending on your needs.

Chrome Industries x No-Comply Limited Edition Bag and Skate Deck

Got a feel for wheels? Whether you roll with a bike or a skateboard, the new collaboration between Chrome Industries and Austin-based No-Comply Skateshop is one to check out. The limited-edition Chrome x No-Comply Citizen 24L Skate Messenger builds on the heritage bike messenger design with integrated skateboard carry, delivering a tough, weather-resistant build, a green seatbelt buckle, and a padded laptop sleeve for functional daily use. And for active adventures, the collab drops the Chrome x No-Comply Skate Deck, available in a limited run and featuring a 7-ply North American maple deck with a medium concave popsicle shape, pressed in Texas.

Goldwin x Spiber Brewed Protein Jackets

Jackets crafted from beer? Not quite, but the manufacturing process to create Spiber’s Brewed Protein fiber does resemble the brewing process for alcoholic drinks. It uses a fermentation process with microorganisms and plant-derived sugars like glucose and sucrose as the main raw materials. The technology allows material properties to be designed at the molecular level, allowing them to be tailored to different uses while also supporting circular manufacturing. Goldwin has harnessed this material category in two new jackets including the Brewed Protein 3L Jacket and Brewed Protein Act Field Jacket. Both jackets are made with a blend of Brewed Protein fiber and nylon. The front seam line on the Brewed Protein 3L Jacket features a design inspired by the Goldwin logo, while the Brewed Protein Act Field Jacket has a full zip closure, a stand-up collar, and a 3D pattern for easy movement.

Outdoor

Pelican 50 First Aid Kit

Think protective cases and it’s highly likely Pelican’s name will crop up. The first Pelican case stems all the way back to 1976, built in a garage by the brand’s founder, Dave Parker. The brand has gone on to craft a host of solutions for demanding users who require waterproof, dustproof, and crushproof gear storage. And now Pelican is saluting that extensive history with a limited-edition 50th anniversary reissue of the Original Pelican First Aid Kit, featuring the classic Protector 1120 case, commemorative badging, and vintage design details inspired by the original. Crafted in the USA with just 500 units available, the case is waterproof, dustproof, and crushproof, with an automatic pressure equalization valve. The kit includes over 80 pieces ranging from bandages to burn treatment, a CPR barrier, emergency medications, and more.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Pemi 15 Running Vest

Hyperlite Mountain Gear are known for their ultralight hiking backpacks. And now that expertise has been turned towards moving fast on running trails with the Pemi 15 Running Vest. Crafted with ALUULA 97 and Thermo-welding technology, it’s designed to offer a honed balance of light weight, durability, and weather protection. The vest harness provides a close fit to the body to keep the center of gravity close and minimize load bouncing. The hybrid vest provides roll-top and side zipper access to the main compartment, quick-access pockets on the harness for flasks, snacks, and small essentials, as well as hydration bladder storage on the back panel, with hose routing through the vest harness for tidy storage while running.

Haglöfs x Polartec Standard Issue Black^™

The most used colorway in the outdoor industry? Black. Yet countless versions across the industry are developed and dyed separately, creating an unnecessarily complex and negatively impactful system. During a material review, Haglöfs and Polartec identified over 20 visually similar black variations in Polartec’s technical fleece series, each requiring a separate dye process, production volumes, and resources. So Haglöfs and Polartec teamed up to create Standard Issue Black^™, a pre-dyed black standard that significantly reduces water use in production by more than 50% and uses at least 20% less energy compared to traditional piece-dyed black fabrics. Resources are used much more efficiently and the environmental footprint related to fabric dyeing and color development is greatly reduced. The initiative is showcased through the Black Capsule, a limited collection created from leftover existing Polartec fabrics in multiple black variations, highlighting the current fragmented approach to black fabrics. Standard Issue Black^™ is open to the entire industry and will be produced for the first time in the Haglöfs FW26 season.

Snow Peak x KEEN Hyperport H2

One shoe that takes you from dry land to wet adventures and laidback urban explorations to outdoor trails? The Snow Peak x KEEN Hyperport H2 is designed to do just that. The multifunctional design straddles multiple environments thanks to a washable polyester webbing upper with a quick-dry lining and grippy outsole with multi-directional lugs for traction on dry and wet surfaces alike. Additional features include quick-cinch bungee lacing, a shock-absorbing foam insole with arch support, a rubber toe bumper, and inbuilt odor control.

Db Weigh Darker Collection

Inspired by ski touring but versatile enough to take on a range of carry needs and environments, the Db Weigh Darker collection neatly balances durability with light weight and multifunctional performance. Built on the foundations of the Weigh Lighter collection but now with an understated Weigh Darker colorway, the collection is crafted with ALUULA Graflyte^™ material and includes a 25L backpack, 10L sling, 32L helmet bag, and 70L split duffel. Field tested in the high Arctic of Svalbard, this collection is built to perform in demanding outdoor conditions while delivering flexible urban/outdoor performance.

Snow Peak Field Barista Kettle in Black

There’s nothing quite like a warming brew to get your day off to a good start or to wind down at night when you’re camping. Of course, some added style in your setup doesn’t go amiss, either. And Snow Peak have introduced a limited-edition take on their Field Barista Kettle in a sleek matte black colorway. Built with stainless steel, brass, and natural wood, the design is inspired by professional barista equipment but also includes a removable handle for easy storage when not in use.

Travel

Pelican 4-Wheel Aegis Hybrid Duffel Carry-On

Pelican combines durability and adventure-ready versatility in their 4-Wheel Aegis Hybrid Duffel Carry-On. Building on the original Aegis Hybrid Duffel, it pairs Hinomoto 360° spinner wheels with soft duffel flexibility, so you can enjoy lightweight protection and easy maneuverability on your travels. The luggage comes in 22″ carry-on (expandable) and 30″ check-in sizes in Black and Charcoal colorways and is crafted with weather-resistant 500D Cordura fabric and Pelican Shield Protection courtesy of an EVA-molded front shell and polycarbonate base. Dual compartments, breathable interior mesh pockets, and quick-access external pockets keep gear organized, while multiple grab handles enhance portability and maneuverability in tight spaces. Additionally, the MOLLE-compatible modular system enables customizable organization to adapt to changing travel needs.

Peak Design 2026 Travel Line

Peak Design have spent over a decade delivering innovative, stylish solutions for everything from camera carry to everyday bags and travel gear. Now, they’re back where it all started with a new Kickstarter campaign showcasing their 2026 travel line. Four new bags, each designed to deliver travel-friendly features in clean, versatile style. The Travel Backpack 2-In-1 takes care of both the journey and the destination, offering a base backpack paired with a removable daypack. Combined, the system offers 40L of storage, or alternatively 34L for the base pack and 16L for the daypack if used separately. For a dedicated daypack, check out the Travel Backpack 20L, offering a clamshell opening for easy packing and access, plus 3L of expansion when you need to squeeze in a little extra. For a shoulder bag option, the Travel Weekender steps up with a sleek exterior and thoughtful organization, featuring a wide opening, interior divider, and choice of pockets for organizing tech and smaller items. For the compact essentials, the Travel Crossbody Sling is ready for action, with origami-inspired organization and a slim profile for comfortable on-the-go carry.

Ucon Acrobatics Air Series

A lightweight, airy feel with travel-ready durability and packability? Ucon Acrobatics ticks all the boxes in their new Air series of travel bags, crafted with a 30x30D ripstop that’s lightweight, compressible, and quiet to the touch, without sacrificing durability or water repellency. Plus, it’s made from recycled textiles, too, ensuring fashion waste is put to good use. The collection offers a variety of fully packable styles such as the Tristan Backpack and Leander Bag that pack down into their own pockets for handy storage in larger luggage or versatile flexibility as everyday bags.