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The Carry Award – Hall of Fame
…t little stabilising strap so widely copied has helped create an entirely new category of bags, bringing stability to shoulder bags that never previously had it. When you add this influence to all the other innovations from Pat McGibbon’s humble brand , you start to see PAC Designs a little like the Xerox PARC of the carry world. Professional messengers still run with her Pro Series Messengers as their daily workhorse, and almost every other messe…
Alchemy Equipment X Carryology: from City to Mountain and Beyond
…remarkable piece. A piece, with the help from Alchemy’s founder and super designer, Campbell Junor, and a trio of longtime users, we’d go in on, and push to a new level. A pack we’d rename the AEL 222. Feedback loops and free for all’ing at Carry HQ After our design process began in meetings at OR (with Special Projects Lead, Taylor Welden), we set out in search of real life feedback. Insights from those who’d carried the 002 on the daily. Jimm…
The Most Popular Travel Gear of 2018
…on panel and considered pocket layouts keep your gear neat on the go. Peak Design Tech Pouch Pouches are great for storing smaller items within easy reach. But many lack organization to keep the contents tidy. The Peak Design Tech Pouch is different. Inspired by origami, it provides a variety of pockets to store items separately and ensure quick and easy access on the go. Exterior handles and a wide opening also make it convenient to hold and get…
Week In Review ~ 19 January
…Wheel, designed by Vitamins for Maddak Inc., has been shortlisted for the Design Museum’s Design of the Year Award 2013. It looks like a stylish means of making wheelchair storage and carry a lot more convenient. Nexiom’s packing the power The problem with using gadgets whilst on the move is that often there’s no handy power source nearby to recharge them when the battery goes flat. So how about carrying your own power source along with your gadg…
First Look: Mystery Ranch x Huckberry 2DAP
…design has become a favorite of many, both in civilian and military life. Designed in Bozeman, MT, their products are problem solvers designed to make the mission at hand easier with thoughtful touches, great materials, and an ironclad guarantee. We even teamed up with them to create the Carryology Assault, and it’s easy to see why it sold out twice over in record time. Even further out west in San Francisco are the impressive folks, our good fri…
Readership Deal :: 20% off Huckberry
…to be seen with. Some of our favorite brands are represented, such as Topo Designs, GORUCK, Mission Workshop, Boreas and Inside Line Equipment. And plenty of the models (AKA the usual suspects) we continue to talk about. Topo’s Daypack for instance. The legendary GR1. The recent Carry Awards nominee ILE’s Apex Day Pack. And Mission Workshop’s Sanction. They hold them all – we’re kinda working from the same carry-riddled brain, ha! Your smaller car…
Best Work Backpack Finalists
…lap version, the Treekeeper keeps up the Tailfeather tradition of timeless design without stuffyness or conservatism. Great proportions, excellent materials, and enough pocketing and personality to make you smile. There’s no fuss with the Treepcreeper; just a functional and easy-to-use backpack that goes the distance for your daily commute and still brings the style for relaxing with an after-work drink. A hard-wearing partnership of canvas and to…
Hey, the Awards are on!
…ey, this is totally awesome, but I’ll vote later,” then proceeded to Google cat memes instead, and forgot all about the awesomeness of these awards, then this is for you! The Second Annual Carry Awards are on. They’re super important, maybe even more important than hysterical cat memes. So close all memes now! And click here to vote. …
Week In Review ~ 31 January
…expensive timepieces safe and sound, plus a new tactical pouch from Triple Aught Design. Learn more in our Week In Review… – Staying dry in seas and storms A water-resistant bag will happily take care of a little rain here and there. If however boat trips and water-based activities are the norm, you need a bag that goes beyond basic water protection. The Drift Dry USA range of bags don’t mess around when it comes to protecting your gear from a sol…
Week In Review ~ 22 January
City-ready security from Pacsafe, a stealthy drop from Triple Aught Design, and new releases on the horizon from Timbuk2. Discover more in our Week In Review… – Security meets city style When you’re on the go, worrying about the security of your gear will only slow you down. Pacsafe’s Vibe Collection delivers secure carry on the move, with urban-friendly aesthetics that look right at home on city streets, and understated safety features that don’…
Road Tests :: DEFY BAGS Recon Messenger
…ing for checked bags. So, I wear a large comfortable backpack (like Triple Aught Design’s FastPack EDC which I’m testing currently, or the BLACKHAWK Phoenix Patrol which I previously tested). I hardly notice the backpack is there because I choose backpacks with comfortable suspension, and I practice packing uber-minimally. Big backpack on my back, Recon on my shoulder to quickly access my carry on gear. And just enough items in the Recon so the we…
Time With A New Subsurface Legend: The Sangin Instruments Neptune
…tioned earlier. The Sangin Instruments Neptune retails for $695 and can be purchased through their website. The writer was gifted a Neptune from Sangin Instruments, not for the purpose of this article. This article was written by Phil Adams: Marketing virtuoso at Triple Aught Design, adventure connoisseur, and gear enthusiast. He’s devoted to inspiring others to live an adventure-driven lifestyle with captivating stories through imagery and writ…
Packing List: My One-Week Work Trip
…ight be helpful. š My Carry-On of Choice Of course I rode with this year’s Carry Awards winner: the Alchemy Equipment AEL008 Carry On. I won’t go into too much detail, because we have an in-depth review on the way, but the AEL008 was epic. A sleek, functional bit of kit with, for me, the perfect array of pocketing. It also offered 3-way carry options. A pleasure to travel with and a standout among the generic travel fodder that squeaked and lurche…
From Concept to Production :: The Story of the Tortuga Daypack
…isten to this interview for more on finding and working with an industrial designer. Our designer works from the brief to sketch out a few initial concepts. Each concept is a different construction, look, and combination of features. “Before we sketch anything, we outline the product’s mission and requirements. We meticulously map the competitive landscape to avoid duplicating what’s already on the market.” From the initial concepts, we choose one…
Alpha One Niner x Carryology: Stealth Cobra Prepares to Strike
…st, then repeat. There’s a famous quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupery about design: “A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” Stealth Sides Next, we talked water bottle pockets. It’s something that is really controversial here among our readers, community members, and Carryology team members. Some need them. Some don’t. For the record, I’ve officially personall…
How to Prepare and Pack for a Solo Adventure
…Ability to organize internals to a moderate degree. I opted for the Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed Special Edition (perks of employment). The Litespeed SE is 22L of internal capacity, the ability to be highly organized utilizing Control Panels and Pouches, easy mounting of quick-access gear externally, and made from high abrasion and water-resistant VX42 sailcloth material. Not to mention, I field tested the pack on a different caving adv…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best All-Rounder Backpacks
…ll-rounder shows its credentials when work, school or travel calls. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed (2.0) TAD’s uber-popular FAST Pack Litespeed was given an update last year, making a great pack even better (see key changes in our drive by). There’s a lot of scope for tailoring this bag to changing carry needs, and while the tactical vibe won’t gel with a suit, your inner Rambo will rejoice equally at the prospect of traipsing through a r…
Imminent Threat Solutions Discreet Messenger: Drive By
…rapidly growing category in my eyes. Able Archer Co.’s Satchel, and Triple Aught Design’s Parallax and Dispatch are the first that come to mind. There are dozens of gentlemen’s shoulder bags from brands like Filson and others, while on the opposite end of the spectrum are brands like Mission Workshop, but neither of those address the potential for weapons carry or are designed for the “tactical” customer. Verdict It’s a really good option for thos…
Best New Gear | August 2022
…you’re looking to add top-notch Japanese carry to your collection. Triple Aught Design Waxed Canvas FAST Pack Litespeed You love waxed canvas. You’re a big fan of TAD’s FAST Pack Litespeed. And a custom touch to your gear makes your carry senses tingle. Well, now you can enjoy all of this courtesy of TAD’s Armory Build FAST Pack Litespeed. Offering a customized take on a highly versatile pack, TAD is giving you the chance to build your bag the wa…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best Travel Backpacks Part 2
…nch laptop, while the front pocket fits a 13-inch laptop or tablet. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC If you’re happy to roll with a tactical vibe to your carry, TAD’s FAST Pack EDC offers flexibility for carrying a variety of gear. The external webbing and removable Transporter Tail are a handy combo for attaching oddly-shaped items or extra gear to the pack. There’s a range of exterior zipped pockets including side and top pockets, a hydration b…
Our Favorite Full-Zip Hoodies for Any Situation
…eeves and waist have a bit more length to them to keep you covered. Triple Aught Design Apex SP Price: $225 Carryology Credential: Stylish and hyper-functional Best For: Anything. This is your everyday hoodie, elevated If you’re not sure what you’re planning on using your hoodie for, or want something a bit more jack-of-all-trades, the Triple Aught Design Apex may be your go-to. The Apex is a modernized take on the classic, black, zip hoodie; just…
Best New Gear: December 2019
…of top-loading and side zipper access for added convenience. Urban Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack (Gen II) TAD’s Axiom 24 Pack gets a redesign for even better functionality with an updated GEN II version. The new design features 13 updates including a redesigned admin compartment and pockets for more flexible organization. You’ll find multiple attachment points to suit changing gear setups, as well as dual zippered back panel compartments for…
The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best Duffel Bags
…l styling that looks right at home on campus. Best Packable Duffel: Triple Aught Design Azimuth Packable Duffel (US$ 130) Whether you’re traveling or hauling groceries on the way home, sometimes you just need to be able to pack extra. And this is where the TAD Azimuth Packable Duffel comes to the rescue. Lightweight and compact enough to fit inside your luggage or day bag until needed, the 33L duffel features top and side handles as well as a remo…
Our Favorite Bags Made from CORDURA
…ht if needed or easily bring small essentials into a tent at night. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed Triple Aught Design’s FAST Pack Litespeed adapts to a host of urban and outdoor uses, with plenty of attachment points for customized carry setups. The pack opens wide for easy packing and access to gear, with two interior pockets and an exterior top pocket for further organization. Comfortable to wear and built to take a beating, the bag is…
Heroclip X Carryology Seigaiha Stealth ā And a New Wave of Essentials
…every essential category, voted by our team, hand-picked and taken to the design table and reimagined. CE releases are still limited edition, but are designed to live in the world for longer. So we’ve bumped up our production numbers so they last for more than just a few minutes. And CE releases are for everyone, no matter what your station. Each release coming in at under $150 or less, so every Carryologist can collect and upgrade their setups,…
Exclusive Release | EVERGOODS x Carryology Phoenix Chapter 2
…d so many boxes of perfection. It was EVERGOODS’ most feature-rich pack. A design triumph in utility and comfort and versatility. Why so much love for the CTB35? First off, we had all been eagerly waiting for EVERGOODS to update their legendary discontinued CTB40 backpack. While that pack was great, we knew the evolution of the EVERGOODS design process, materials, and details had progressed leaps and bounds. We were hungry for its replacement. An…
RUX: This is Not Your Average Gear Box
…ing in personal pursuits, as well as their professional partnerships. They designed this hybrid product from the ground up to maximize function, from the fold-up capabilities to the ‘design for disassembly’ mantra that RUX Life holds dear to their process. Every part can be replaced individually as opposed to ‘wasted’ when one causes an issue. Personally, I think that is an admirable approach and one that I hope more and more outdoor companies beg…
Drive By :: Modern Industry Drive Rolltop Backpack
…made such an impact on us, that they were double finalists in our the 2014 Carry Awards, winning “Highly Commended” for Best Work Backpack and Best Work Messenger (Faraday Tote Pack). “Live uncompromised, with rebelliously good gear”. Their team, made up of a small tight knit group of friends, must drink a lot of that delicious SF coffee, as they handle nearly every single aspect of their business in-house, including; web design, shipping, manufac…
5 Minutes w/ Silas Grant
…le exhibition space meets a 19th century East London opium den, and do our design and prototyping out the back. We will make it a real experience to visit. New designs, we are just launching the Delireis, our latest backpack, it’s a really tight little pack, nice and simple with clean functionality but a unique look. We also have the Barbarossa, a super padded shoulder bag. We are prototyping some specialist function bags at the moment and a leath…
EVERGOODS x Carryology Phoenix Collection | Chapter 2
…d so many boxes of perfection. It was EVERGOODS’ most feature-rich pack. A design triumph in utility and comfort and versatility. Why so much love for the CTB35? First off, we had all been eagerly waiting for EVERGOODS to update their legendary discontinued CTB40 backpack. While that pack was great, we knew the evolution of the EVERGOODS design process, materials, and details had progressed leaps and bounds. We were hungry for its replacement. An…
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