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Best Work Messenger – Second Annual Carry Awards
For us, a work messenger should look great in an office environment, help you organise some tech and personals, and then be at least OK on a bike commute to the office. Work messengers gets tricky, as lots of the best stuff costs a bomb (if you want to look sharp around expensive suits and board rooms, 500D polyester often doesn’t cut it). If you are dropping a bomb on a work bag, it’s really easy to look like a sucker and buy something a bit cra…
Best Work Messenger Finalists :: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
Best Work Messenger Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards Practical with pleasing aesthetics. Ease of access and versatile carrying options. A dialed work messenger, or shoulder bag or brief (because they fall into this category too) are things of beauty…and not easy to achieve. But our ten finalists hit that sweet spot of work-friendly functionality with a generous splash of style. And because all business and no play is boring, these contender…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Everyday Accessory
…ay. But which one really nails its intended purpose with ease of carry? Choose your top contender below……
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Sling
…asily portable form. Many also offer flexible carry options: sling them across your chest, back, or around your hips; keeping gear easily accessible when you need it and out of the way when you don’t. Of course, like any carry category, sling bags come in a wide range of designs aimed at an equally diverse set of use cases. And you’ll see that reflected in our top 5 finalists for Best Sling. From shredding trails to sleek efficiency on city street…
Best Work Backpack Champion | Carry Awards X
…excellent price points. Demonstrating, yet, again, how to balance quality design and aesthetics to stoke the largest wedge of the populous. If you’re after an everyday pack that can do it all, the City Pack Pro has all that you could need for a day of work and adventure. At 24L, the CPP sits in the sweet spot for a commuter bag, with all the space that you need, without making you look like a turtle. The array of pockets on the CPP aren’t there f…
Best Work Backpack Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…It begins, our Sixth Annual Carry Awards enters the final stages. To kick things off, we’re opening with the ‘new look’ Best Work Backpack. Trained eyes will spot a shift to a more heightened ‘formality’. Finer materials and craftsmanship now in stronger numbers as the trend of executives ditching the briefcase continues, and more premium brands knuckle down on crafting the backpack with not only daily functionality, but a luxury touch. …
Hall of Fame | Carry Awards VII
…n backpacks and bring his ideas to life. So he placed an ad for a backpack designer, fortuitously answered by Wookey Design Studio. They understood Jason’s requirements for military-grade quality and efficient functionality. And following a number of iterations, a workable prototype was created. A prototype that would go on to be carried by thousands, and when paired with the GORUCK Challenge, would propel GORUCK into more than a brand but a movem…
Best New Gear: July 2020
…ou’re quick! Minaal 3.0 Series Minaal puts it best here, “After 5 years of design, re-design, and relentless testing, the Minaal 3.0 series is done cooking.” The new series contains the Carry-on 3.0 Bag and the Daily 3.0 Bag, both available in a 600D Picton™ fabric, made from recycled yarn, is even tougher and attracts less hair and fluff. You’ve got the choice between the handsome Vancouver Grey or the classic Aoraki Black. Can’t decide between t…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Active Backpack
…eliable protection from the elements, whether you’re hitting the water or caught in downpours during hikes or active commutes. Perhaps their goal is to provide maximized comfort and load stability over day-long trips in the backcountry or multi-day treks. Or maybe they excel as cycling companions. Whatever it may be, these packs remain comfortable and carry your essentials with aplomb as you move. Our Best Active Backpack finalists are the very be…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Camera Bag
Camera equipment is some of the most challenging gear to carry. Often heavy but fragile, it requires a camera bag to provide protection from shocks and the elements, supreme access to your kit when you need it most, and comfortable carry in the field for long stretches. Our Best Camera Bag finalists put the focus on ticking all these requirements. But which finalist really sets an example, going above and beyond to elevate the category? Pick your…
Best Travel Clothing Champion | Carry Awards X
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And we’re sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Western Rise Evolution Chino Western Rise have proven time and again that they…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Work Backpack
…What separates an average work backpack from a great one? A carefully honed combination of form and function. They need the aesthetic touch for the formal world of ‘work’, set alongside access and organization for the gear they need to carry. Add in comfortable carry, protection from inclement weather, and a little versatility for play or travel needs, and you’re onto something pretty special….
Best Travel Clothing – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…eps you prepped to deal with summer storms thanks to their Zeta SL Jacket. Designed for summer hiking, its packable design makes it a solid addition to your travel packing list too. It weighs just 310g (10.9 oz) and is made with GORE-TEX featuring Paclite® Plus product technology for a waterproof, breathable and comfortable design. WaterTight™ zippers and taped seams enhance the waterproof construction, with a dialed-in fit and further weather pro…
Carry Awards VII: Best EDC Finalists
…For many carry enthusiasts, EDC holds a particular charm. After all, it’s the gear that keeps you prepared. And our Best EDC finalists span a broad spectrum, from flashlights to pens, multi-tools and more. All committed to serving your EDC needs in compact forms. But which one is most worthy of your daily carry, perfectly nailing that balance of aesthetics and functionality? You decide….
The Eighth Annual Carry Awards: 1st Round Voting
…Our Eighth Annual Carry Awards are here! The time where we all gather together to celebrate the best the industry has to offer, across 14 catagories. Giving truly great gear the accolades it merits….
Carry Awards VII: Best Specialist Finalists
…When you need to fulfil a specific carry need, sometimes only a specialist will suffice. And that’s what our Best Specialist finalists are designed to do. All primarily hone in on nailing one specific carry requirement, such as helping protect you in an avalanche or battling forest fires or keeping fragile gear safe against impacts. Each finalist excels in its own right. But which one deserves the category crown? Choose your top pick below….
What’s In My Bug-Out Bag: 2020 Update
…r. Other options are the Arc’teryx LEAF series, Mystery Ranch 3DAP, Triple Aught Design Fast Pack EDC, GORUCK GR3, Hill People Gear UTE, and the Granite Gear Leopard; there are a ton of options out there. Some considerations that were highlighted are strong zips, comfortable yet robust shoulder straps, external latch points, water resistance, and capacity. There’s also something to be said about having a sturdy duffel at the ready that you can qu…
Staff Picks: The Bags On Our Wish Lists
…close to exciting me about a bag as the Access Pack has. Bo Ismono Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 I’m currently interested in the TAD Axiom 24. I would love to check out how far I would be able to take it in terms of customizing it with all the panels, pouches and mods. I’d maybe even go so far as to see how many modules you could fit into it. Nolan Isozaki Arc’teryx Voltair 30 It would probably be the Arc’teryx Voltair 30! I’m planning on pushing…
Best New Gear: January 2019
…bility in mind, these are adaptable additions to your carry quiver. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout Special Edition A project released through TAD’s Foundry, this special edition of the FAST Pack Scout is crafted with Dimension-Polyant X50. A combination of 500D Cordura nylon bonded to X-Pac ripstop polyester, the Multicam Tropic fabric provides solid protection from the elements and hard-wearing abrasion resistance. The 15L pack weighs in at…
Best New Gear: October 2018
…pp kit, card holder, totes and crossbody bags, all made in the USA. Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack Love TAD’s Axiom 18 but need more space? Well, they’ve been paying attention to customer feedback and deliver a dialed-in solution with the Axiom 24 Pack. Designed as a low-profile pack that will replace the Axiom X25, the bag is well suited to one-to-three day trips. Made with a weatherproof VX-21 ripstop shell, the pack offers a clamshell main c…
Black Friday Deals 2021, Updated Daily
…ff outlet gear during their sale using the code TWENTY at checkout. Triple Aught Design Fans of TAD can now score up to 50% off select products during their Black Friday sale. Mission Workshop Keen for a MW deal? They’ve got you covered with 20% off your order plus 20% off a future order and a free bag of Bicycle Coffee while supplies last. Use the code THX21 at checkout. UrbanCred UrbanCred are offering up to 50% off plus 20% sitewide using UCVIP…
10-Year Anniversary Giveaway!
…it up as a rolltop or flap-down pack depending on your preferences. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed TAD’s FAST Pack Litespeed is all about maximizing versatility while staying agile with your gear in tow. Customizable for a diverse range of loads, the pack blends a bomber build with multiple organization options, wide-opening access, and a comfy suspension system for day-long outdoor adventures or simply roaming in the city. EVERGOODS CPL2…
TAD Azimuth Backpack V2 Review
…e on absolutely every trip I’ve been on in the past five years; the Triple Aught Design Azimuth Backpack. That’s not an exaggeration. From all corners of the United States and Canada, to the Italian Dolomites and the shores of Northern Spain. The original Azimuth Backpack, released in 2017, has been a staple carry for me due to its equally excellent packability and utility. However, it was unavailable for many years after its initial release, leav…
Minimalist Travel Packing List: One Bag, 16+ Days
…Core Merino Tee Outlier Ultrafine T-Shirt Western Rise AT Slim Pant Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Pant DUER All-Weather Denim Outlier Slim Dungarees ExOfficio Give-N-Go Boxer Brief Western Rise Merino Cashmere Beanie Bellroy Apex Passport Cover Apple iPad Pro 11″ ARTICLES TO READ: Waterproof vs Water Resistant, explained 23 Reasons Why You Should Try ‘One Bag’ Travel The Best Clothes for a Men’s Capsule Wardrobe for Travel BAGS IN BACKGROUND: P…
Best New Gear: April 2020
…Protecting your hands is important when you’re out amongst it. But Triple Aught Design have taken gloves to a new level! Teaming up with Patrol Incident Gear (PIG) on Foundry project these gloves are honed for rugged adventures, first responder needs, and military personnel alike. The PIG Full Dexterity Tactical (FDT) Delta+ Glove TAD Edition features PIG’s new Delta+ glove design upgraded with a single layer leather palm for robust use. The glov…
Our Favorite X-Pac Backpacks Right Now
…organization and Velcro linings to tailor gear to your daily setup. Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack (US$360) A Carry Award and community favorite in its many iterations, the TAD Axiom is a pack of supreme build and organization. And their revamped Axiom 24 features 13 updates for 2020, improving access to gear and adaptability throughout the pack. The refined organization is complemented by a comfortable, well padded harness, and a sleek silhoue…
Week In Review ~ 8 November
…AD takes the FAST Pack EDC to the next level The FAST Pack EDC from Triple Aught Design is a pack well-loved for its rugged versatility – but it’s set to garner a lot more appreciation thanks to a complete redesign based on extensive customer feedback. The new version features a number of updates such as improved suspension so it rides higher on your back, improved comfort with redesigned shoulder straps and load lifters, and spacer mesh that boos…
ITW Nexus / AustriAlpin GhillieTex Cobra Buckle
…tary-spec plastic hardware on the market (you’ll see their stuff on Triple Aught Design, Mystery Ranch, etc), they kept hearing requests from their customers for a cheaper Cobra buckle. Among other desired improvements on this nearly flawless hardware bit, ITW has some of the most cutting edge manufacturing, polymer product design and development expertise in the world. They just needed to lean a bit on AustriAlphin’s existing load bearing hardwar…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Active Backpack
Top 5 | Best Active Backpack Active backpacks – without any doubt, my favorite Carry Award category. To compete here, each pack must be a champ on many levels: comfort, durability, used technologies, organization (inside and outside), and more. In this category, you’ll find cross-functional packs and very specialized sport-specific packs featuring cutting-edge technologies of the backpacking world. Each of these packs is different, but each is un…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Travel Accessory
…s its intended purpose with ease of carry? Choose your top contender below……