Scouted: July 2026’s Most Interesting Carry

From footwear that hops across everyday, outdoor, and travel settings to a pen with a secret survival feature and an everyday pack that conquers work and workouts alike, these were some of July’s most interesting new releases. Check them out below.

EDC

Hamilton x Christopher Nolan “The Odyssey” Khaki Field Auto Timepiece

For lovers of myths and movies, the Hamilton x Christopher Nolan “The Odyssey” Khaki Field Auto Timepiece may be the perfect addition to update your EDC setup. Hamilton collaborated with Nolan to create the watch inspired by Nolan’s newly released film, with nods to the story throughout the design including a 42mm bronze case with dial patterns inspired by Odysseus’s helmet, hands shaped like swords, and a titanium case back engraved with Odysseus’s helmet and Christopher Nolan’s signature. Additional features include Hamilton’s caliber H-10 automatic movement and 100-meter water resistance. The collaboration is limited to 2,112 timepieces, referencing the significance of the number 12 in Greek mythology, and comes in a black and bronze case that also includes an Athena pin and a plaque engraved with Nolan’s signature.

C2H4 x G-Shock GA-2100 “The Space Age Edition” Watch

If Space Age aesthetics are your style of choice, dished up with a ready-for-whatever-comes construction, the GA-2100 “The Space Age Edition” Watch is definitely one to check out. The watch is the second collaboration between C2H4 and G-Shock, delivering a retro‑futurist style with its translucent resin bezel and band and vapor deposition dial. A fun, discreet feature is the LAX Theme Building showcased on the case back, while the shock-resistant construction is ready for everyday and adventure wear alike, with 200-meter water resistance for added versatility.

Urban

QWSTION + AKLA Plastic-Free Cap Edition 2

Swiss carry brand QWSTION have long held sustainability as a key focus in their designs. And their collaboration with Zurich-based cap maker AKLA reinforces this – but with a planet-friendly option for your head. The QWSTION + AKLA Plastic-Free Cap Edition 2 marks the second drop of their collaborative, plastic-free caps, all designed with circularity in mind. The drop is limited to just 10 unique hats, all made by hand with various material combinations. Available in one size but adjustable to suit different wearers, the hats are made in Zürich by Andràs of AKLA. Crafted with BioLight organic cotton 210-gram lightweight waxed poplin and 100% certified organic cotton, the hats provide UV protection and water repellency and are designed to naturally decompose at the end of their product life.

Mission Workshop Stahl Utility Short

Finding an all-in-one short for everyday, travel, and outdoor wear can be challenging. But Mission Workshop’s Stahl Utility Short has proved a popular option for a multifunctional pair you can wear across diverse settings. So much so that Mission Workshop has introduced the short in three additional fabric options. The Stahl LT is made with a US-made fabric that’s 35% lighter than the original Stahl shorts while still offering four-way stretch, water repellency, and quick-drying functionality. The Stahl Grid is crafted with an advanced stretch-woven ripstop nylon that offers a versatile blend of lightweight durability and stretch. Finally, the Stahl SR provides a limited-edition version crafted with a durable stretch cotton woven made by Textil Santanderina in Spain. Tough but comfortable with a soft handfeel, the fabric features a custom camo print specifically created for Mission Workshop. Each version of the short is made in New York City and offers six pockets to organize your small essentials.

Vollebak Ultralight Cap

Vollebak’s Ultralight Cap is designed to keep you cool when things are heating up thanks to a highly considered combination of features and a core-spun construction with material developed by Schoeller. Each yarn has an elastane filament in the center, wrapped in a sheath of high-tenacity recycled polyamide. This delivers a dependable combination of two-way stretch, durability, and abrasion resistance, while the ecorepel®Bio plant-based finish provides water and dirt repellency for wetter excursions. Take a closer look at the surface and you’ll see a crepelike texture that allows the material to sit slightly off your skin, creating air pockets so heat and moisture can escape. The understated design also features a bungee cord at the back to adjust the fit, plus an interior sweatband. And all coming in at just 56 grams, making this a great hot-weather hat for everyday and travel use.

Chrome Industries x TILIT 29L Chef Pack

Knives are some of the most important possessions chefs carry on a regular basis. So why not treat them with the respect they deserve in a tailored carry setup? Following on from their collaboration last year, the Chrome x TILIT Chef Kadet Knife Sling, Chrome Industries and TILIT have joined forces again to create the limited-edition Chrome x TILIT 29L Chef Pack. A versatile option for chefs who need more carry space, the roll-top Chef Backpack comes with both a removable knife roll for chef knives and tools and a removable 25L tote when a little extra capacity is needed. The pack also has an interior padded 15″ laptop sleeve, a clear front pocket for quick-access items, and a zippered water bottle pocket, making this a multifunctional pack for commutes and kitchens alike.

IKEA KOMPISHÄNG Collection

From student life to city renting, moving accommodation with your household furnishings can be tough. But the design-savvy folks at IKEA have come up with a thoughtful collection built to withstand multiple moves while still offering a homely feel. The KOMPISHÄNG Collection features a variety of pieces including a desk that can be assembled in two clicks with no tools needed, stackable stools that can create a shelf tower, a wheeled shopping bag that can double as a moving box, and a wardrobe organizer that can be carried as a bag. IKEA conducted research with adults aged 20-28 living in London, taking inspiration from their needs, wants, and how they actually lived to create a collection that is portable, durable, and suitable for small spaces, without sacrificing aesthetics that make a place feel like home. The collection is set to launch in August 2026.

YETI Palo Everyday Backpack

YETI’s Palo Backpack steps forward as a dependable workhorse for the campus, commutes, and workout sessions. Built with a lightweight but weather- and abrasion-resistant nylon, the pack combines carry comfort with the kind of durability needed for daily use. The RipZip main compartment makes it easy to access and see contents at a glance, with interior mesh pockets at the ready to store workout clothing and equipment. Additionally, there’s a dedicated external rear laptop compartment for tech, notebooks, and folders on the 26L and 32L pack sizes, while the smallest 20L size provides tech storage in the main compartment. The 32L size also has a storage section for shoes. Across all sizes, a compression-molded back panel and padded straps offer all-day carry comfort, while two exterior water bottle pockets keep hydration handy. And as a convenient bonus, the pack is also self-standing for easier access throughout the day.

Crumpler Konbu Range

Konbu is the kind of textile that’s instantly recognizable, with a distinct texture and aesthetic crafted using 100% recycled nylon. Taking its name from a type of seaweed, this Japanese-made fabric features front and center across Crumpler’s new Konbu Range. The collection includes six of the brand’s most popular pieces, ranging from shoulder bags to zippered wallets and a backpack, with trusty YKK zippers and durable aircraft-grade aluminum buckles complementing the Konbu fabric. Practical organization and city-friendly styling round out the range, making it easy to slot these pieces into everyday and travel use.

Parsel Systems East West Clutch System

Parsel Systems offers an ultra-minimalist approach to clutch bags with the East West Clutch System. The design combines a lightweight EVA clutch with aircraft-grade aluminum hardware (fun fact: Che Wei at CW&T designed the hardware). In addition to hand carry, an adjustable engineered knit fabric strap provides a shoulder carry option, with a TPU pad for comfort. Super clean and available in multiple colorways, this clutch stands out on the style front while moving between work and downtime settings.

Decathlon x Saison Collection

Decathlon have teamed up with Saison, a Marseille-based concept store, on a honed collaboration that celebrates sport, streetwear, and the coastal city of Marseille itself. The collection spans multiple pieces ranging from sneakers, t-shirts, trousers, and an oversized jacket to sunglasses, a camping chair, and more, with colorways that nod to the coastal setting of Marseille as well as Decathlon’s branding. An additional draw is the collection’s affordable pricing, making these accessible pieces that can be worn across various settings for both active and downtime pursuits.

Gregory Mountain Products Terros Collection

One pack that takes you from trail to town? Gregory Mountain Products created the Terros collection to meet this need, taking you from city pavements to travel adventures or outdoor hikes without skipping a beat. The collection offers 20L, 25L, and 28L options, built with 100% recycled exterior fabrics that can handle a day on the trails, with a ventilated padded back panel and contoured padded shoulder straps for carry comfort. The 20L and 28L sizes feature front bungee storage that’s handy for stashing an outer layer, while the 25L size has a zippered organizer pocket on the front. The 25L and 28L options also offer side compression straps and externally accessible laptop storage, while the 20L pack has an internal padded laptop sleeve. Plus, with price tags that won’t break the bank, they offer an appealing blend of versatile functionality and value for money.

Outdoor

Merrell x P.A.M. Hydro Next Gen Moc and Cham Storm GORE-TEX

Taking inspiration from amphibian life, Merrell and Australian lifestyle brand P.A.M. (Perks And Mini) have collaborated on two footwear pieces designed to move between natural and more urban environments. The Hydro Next Gen Moc combines an EVA foam upper with a FloatMax^™ foam midsole and shock-absorbing rubber outsole and is built using BLOOM® performance foam crafted from algae biomass. The cutouts provide a striking aesthetic while boosting breathability, making this a practical water shoe that still brings eye-catching style to urban streets. On the sneaker front is the collaborative Cham Storm GORE-TEX®, combining trail-ready functionality with city-ready aesthetics. The sneaker features a textile and TPU upper paired with a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane, FloatMax^™ foam midsole, and rubber outsole. A toggle lace closure system also allows for easy wear and a tailored fit, whether you’re taking on outdoor trails or hitting pavements.

Nitecore NWL30 3-in-1 Outdoor Work Light

Gear that can perform multiple functions can help you find that sweet spot between space-saving portability and outdoor practicality. And Nitecore offers a worthy contender for your next outdoor adventure with their NWL30 3-in-1 Outdoor Work Light. The light provides up to 3000 lumens of illumination, with a maximum throw of 120 meters. Additionally, it functions as a power bank with a maximum output of 20W. And when it comes to keeping bugs at bay, the work light also accommodates up to two mosquito repellent mats, so you can enjoy pest-free time outdoors.

Gadget On TitanSnap Modular Tool Deck

Multitool cards usually favor a jack-of-all-trades approach, providing a range of tools that will cover some needs in some settings. But Gadget On have taken a different approach with the TitanSnap Modular Tool Deck. The tool deck consists of five titanium tool cards each tailored to a different use scenario including Daily, Tech, Rescue, Outdoor, and Fishing cards. Each card provides tools honed for a specific setting or requirement, so you can easily swap them in and out of your carry setup depending on changing needs. Alternatively, their magnetic design also allows them to stack together, so you can carry multiple card combinations (or all five) to suit your needs and preferences.

Outdoor Element pen-metheus

The humble pen features across countless carry setups. But what if you could have one with a secret survival feature built in? The Outdoor Element pen-metheus offers just that. The ballpoint pen moves smoothly from everyday to outdoor use, taking down trail notes, sketching maps, and capturing campsite musings with ease. However, hidden inside is a replaceable ferro rod, combined with fire tinder in the cap, so you’re all ready to start a fire when the need arises. Easy to carry and multifunctional, this camp-friendly writing companion offers some welcome added preparedness wherever the next adventure leads, in a playfully portable design that looks equally at home in everyday settings.

Böker Naturensöhne MK II NXT

Ever fancied a SAK-style multitool with a more outdoorsy look and feel than the traditional smooth red pop? The Böker Naturensöhne MK II NXT could be just what you’re after. The multitool is a collaboration between Böker and Naturensöhne, a German outdoor and bushcraft YouTube channel. The multitool offers a variety of features including a 12C27 steel drop point blade, a wood saw, mini combination pliers, a reamer/awl, plus tweezers and a toothpick. Additionally, a more unusual offering in an outdoor-focused tool is the glass breaker at the end of the handle. Speaking of the handle, G10 scales in forest green provide enhanced grip, while the tip-down pocket clip provides easy portability.

norda 055 Trail Running Shoes

Last year norda released the lightest trail shoe they’ve ever made. But it wasn’t without its drawbacks, such as an unstructured heel collar that many runners weren’t big fans of. However, the new norda 055 aims to address these drawbacks with features such as a more structured and supportive seamless knit collar that moves with you while keeping debris out, plus a higher Arnitel foam stack for a better feel underfoot. You still benefit from an open mesh Bio-Dyneema® and recycled upper that delivers lightweight strength, breathability, and water drainage for demanding trail environments. Vibram® Litebase® technology helps keep sole weight down and conserves energy, while Vibram® Megagrip Elite® rubber provides trusty grip on wet and dry surfaces alike. If you’re after a versatile shoe for trail running, hiking, and travel, this could be a great option for your needs.

Tracksmith Eliot Ryder

Tracksmith had a particular goal in mind when creating the Eliot Ryder: provide maximum cushioning performance while keeping a clean aesthetic, so you can stack up the miles without sacrificing comfort. How did they do it? By giving the shoe the biggest drop-in midsole on the running market. The Eliot Ryder incorporates 25mm of Supercritical ATPU foam underfoot, providing over 85% energy return. A net-mesh outsole and thoughtful construction ensure an optimal balance of durability, traction, and light weight, with a US men’s 9 or women’s 11 weighing in around 9.5 oz.

Travel

Titaner Voyager

Titanium is valued for its lightweight strength and sleek aesthetic, making it a popular choice for elevating EDC setups. But what if you could enjoy those features in a travel setting? The Titaner Voyager aims to offer just that, with a waterproof and zipperless shell built with grade 1 titanium. The carry-on suitcase can also be paired with an optional waterproof gear vault to protect valuable and fragile gear such as photography equipment, electronics, and documents. To combat obsolescence, each major component of the suitcase is user-replaceable, including the spinner wheels and interior dividers, while the corners feature spider-web reinforcement to distribute impact across the entire shell and enhance long-term durability.

Carl Friedrik Washbags

Carl Friedrik are known for their luxuriously practical luggage. But now they’re turning their attention to the smaller travel companions that accompany you on every trip with their new Washbags. The Small Washbag and Large Washbag are part of the Sonder collection and feature suave full-grain leather construction, an interior magnetic closure pocket, and a carry handle that also doubles as a hanging loop. The Small Washbag provides a single zipped exterior pocket, while the Large Washbag has two exterior zipped pockets. For a more technical but still refined feel, look to the Technical Washbag. Part of the Move collection, the Technical Washbag is crafted with a coarse-woven nylon canvas exterior that conceals stains, a wipeable interior lining, and vachetta leather detailing, with a zipped exterior pocket for quick-access items.

Photography

WANDRD Magnetic Camera Strap System

You need confidence-inspiring straps when carrying expensive and fragile camera gear. So the folks at WANDRD spent over two years designing their Magnetic Camera Strap System that provides fast but secure attachment for a variety of setups. The patent-pending Magnetic CoreLock^™ is the star of the show here, featuring a magnet that pulls a Torus Link^™ into place, self-centering the design and securing in place single-handedly. Both buttons on the Magnetic CoreLock^™ have to be pressed together to release the Torus Link^™, so your camera stays secure on the go. Plus, there’s also an inbuilt anti-bump tension lock for added peace of mind. The system includes a 30mm camera strap, 15mm camera strap for lighter setups, and a wrist strap, giving you flexible options for carrying your camera gear. But what if you already have a strap you love? No problem; WANDRD also have a DIY kit that lets you convert it into a Magnetic CoreLock^™ setup. If this sounds ideal for your needs, you can currently score the system for 25% off via WANDRD’s Kickstarter campaign.