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Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Sling
…that hang from our shoulders, hips, or both. Some meet the needs of mountain bikers or runners, while others are at home in the city or even the backcountry. Slings and other hip packs come in a wide range of designs aimed at an equally diverse set of use cases. You’ll see that reflected in our top 5 finalists for Best Sling, but only one can score the category crown. Vote for your top choice below!…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Work Backpack
A great work backpack puts in the hard graft on both the style and functionality fronts. Work-friendly aesthetics are key and should fit the pack’s intended use environment, whether that’s the board room or somewhere a little less formal. Good organization and easy access to your gear are crucial features too, since these will influence your ability to work effectively throughout the day. Durability, comfort, and weather resistance play important…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Active Messenger Bag
The messenger has always been the answer to the shoulder bag when getting active. It’s a format that began on the backs of couriers, worn snug to the back and perfect for carving the streets, then moved to the general populace and never left. But the category is changing with the times, with more offerings loading in rich-feature sets, ultralight fabrics, and variable carrying options. Our Best Active Messenger bag finalists this year, represent…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Work Shoulder Bag
Shoulder bags, briefcases and totes are the traditional work companions. But to really succeed on the job, a good work bag will go the extra mile. Offering up appropriate organization to enhance workflow with ready access to necessary tools. Aesthetics that look the part, whether that’s a more casual style for informal work settings or sharp, slick style for executive-level boardrooms. Sufficient durability and protection from the elements so tha…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Sling Bag
…id sling will deliver across multiple fronts to keep your essentials secure yet close at hand. This year we’re welcoming a strong list of Best Sling Bag finalists. All carefully designed to keep you agile, and your gear organized and accessible. But which finalist really shines? Pick your top choice below….
Carry Awards VIII: Best Specialist
…While some bags offer versatility, others are designed with a specific purpose in mind. Specialist pieces that excel in nailing a particular need or use case, such as keeping you hydrated during races through the mountains, chilling your brews for long stretches of time, or helping you survive in emergencies….
Carry Awards VIII: Best Travel Luggage
…s too. And of course convenient access and organization so you can easily get to the items you need during the journey and not end up with a jumbled mess for the rest of your gear. Our Best Travel Luggage finalists are designed to thrive in a diverse range of environments, each doing a great job for their intended purpose. But which one delivers the ultimate first-class performance that merits the category crown? Decide below….
Best EDC – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…de 6061 aluminum feels durable as all heck, whilst a clean and streamlined design allows for use with both left and right hands. Beautiful in its minimalism, the Elko will be there when you need it and won’t weigh you down when you don’t. We applaud you, James Brand! ________________________________________________________ Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a…
Brand of the Year – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…lfies (who doesn’t love llamas, right?), crafting challenges and more. All designed to help push people out of their comfort zones and engage with the outdoors, the community and beyond, raising money for charities along the way. Cotopaxi is also solid on the digital front with their blog Aventuras. Here you’ll find a great mix of food, outdoor and travel guides and tips, as well as human interest and impact stories, design insights, and adventure…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Travel Clothing
Versatility is key when assembling a great travel wardrobe. You want pieces that can adapt, while staying comfortable, offering up useful travel features such as stain resistance, packability and odor resistance. And a finely honed wardrobe will keep your packing weight down, so you can travel more freely. Our Best Travel Clothing finalists of 2020 offer all of the above, but which piece is your ultimate travel companion? Pick your top contender…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Active Backpacks
This might have been my biggest challenge so far at Carryology… to start with 10 awesome nominees and bring it down to the Top 5 Best Active Backpacks for final review. Simply because all 10 are great packs, and each of them is unique in its specific way. Lightweight, packable, heavy-duty, winter specialized, crossover, climbing, etc. So after a couple of weeks in the field with all 10 of them, I ended up with these 5 finalists below. And by the…
Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…. 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. Patagonia Micro Puff® Back in the day you may have had to haul around a heavy j…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Camera Bags
…No two photo shoots are exactly the same. Different locations and different gear requirements necessitate camera bags that are fit for purpose, while offering flexibility and peace of mind. Whether you’re after an outdoor adventure companion or an understated option for urban photography, these top 5 best camera bags are worthy of your consideration. Discover how each finalist excels in its own way and cast your vote for your category champion. …
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Travel Clothing
The key feature for travel clothing is versatility. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or automobile, which may be more likely these days – a good solid piece of clothing will work for multiple occasions, environments, and wherever your travels may take you. The goal is always to be able to pack light without taking up precious cargo space. As a bonus clothing should be comfortable, durable, and of course fit your style. I tested out a few…
Best Work Messenger Finalists
…expressive. Living up to its name, this bag is simple to use, efficient in design and versatile enough to adapt to a range of carry needs. _________________________________________________________ Building Block Weekday We were a bit late in finding Building Block, but we’ve been loving the process of discovery. Combining a fashion feel with a minimalist, almost architectural approach, they’re building stunningly simple leather carry goods that ar…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Shoulder Bag
Top 5 | Best Shoulder Bag A great shoulder bag provides effortless grab-and-go portability, while keeping your gear organized and easily accessible throughout the day. And if it offers versatile style that adapts to a range of settings, even better. Enter our top 5 finalists for Best Shoulder Bag. These pieces transition smoothly from work to play, offering a variety of features that make them stand out as worthy companions for the daily commute,…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Active Messenger
Top 5 | Best Active Messenger On the go throughout the day but still want convenient access to your gear? An active messenger can be your best friend, keeping items tidy and accessible when you need them but secure and out of the way when it’s time to get going. Our Best Active Messenger finalists all offer effective comfort, access, and organization, with distinct features that make them well suited to a range of active needs, whether you’re zip…
Week In Review ~ 26 January
…arge zoom lens and four medium-sized lenses, in addition to a separate space for a 10-inch tablet, pockets for small accessories and exterior tripod carrying capabilities. Have your say and honor those who are worthy Have you heard the news? If you haven’t, where have you been?? The second annual Carry Awards are now running, woop! Seriously folks, this is something to get excited about, your chance to honor the brands and designers who don’t make…
EVERGOODS x Carryology | The Griffin Reawakens
…ntly punches above its weight, turning out products that have won multiple Carry Awards and gained a loyal global following. Their designs don’t chase trends; they build for the long haul, with each product carefully iterated, tested, and refined. When we collaborate with EVERGOODS, we’re working with the best. Whether it’s reimagining iconic designs or developing new gear from the ground up, they approach every project with the same level of inte…
Carryology x Bellroy | The Chimera Rises
…same Bellroy ripstop Baida nylon used on the Chimera Backpack. But as JJ (Design Director over at Bellroy) puts it, for this project it was all about multiple small upgrades and improvements, “Cascading upward into a finished design”. After trying several different fabrics, structure and body started becoming one of the primary focuses in the process. Normally it’s critical, but it became even more apparent here. It had to be tough, abrasion resi…
Instinct Pro Camera Sling Bag Review
…ng for your buck Those who seek the peace of mind of a lifetime warranty Design Looks The Instinct Pro Camera Sling is a simple, symmetrical bag that is easy on the eyes. There are no flashy logos or insane design elements. It is minimal and stealthy. A bag that Batman would probably carry. Construction The outside of my unit is black VX21 fabric that is light, durable, and extremely abrasion and water-resistant. I had no issues with stitching o…
The Best Packable Daypacks for Travel 2018
…in luggage when not in use, and weighs 1.1 lbs (around 500 grams). Triple Aught Design Azimuth Pack (US$ 120) Lightweight and multifunctional, the Azimuth is a durable 19L pack coming in at 0.8 lbs (around 360 grams). The bag is versatile enough to handle urban and outdoor pursuits and is made in the USA with weather-resistant VX-21 ripstop and VX-07 fabric. A choice of top and side access lets you easily get to your gear, with an internal pocket…
14 May Week in Review: Versatile Work Bags, Travel Packs, and Expedition Duffels
…or the road less traveled Weatherproof, durable, and versatile, the Triple Aught Design Axis Expedition Duffel embraces life on the go. Made in the USA, the duffel comes in three sizes: 50L, 75L and 100L. The bag also offers three carry modes including removable padded shoulder straps that can be used in backpack or cross-body mode, or as carry handles. Also adding to the functional design are reinforced grab handles at the front and back, along w…
Week In Review ~ 13 March
…. See the duffel in action here. Carry-on that flys under the radar Triple Aught Design have earned legions of fans through their rugged and versatile backpacks. But sometimes a tactical backpack just doesn’t suit a particular carry situation. Sometimes you need something sleek and understated that still provides lots of practical features. So TAD created the Meridian Transport Case. Suitable for carry-on use, the bag features three clamshell-styl…
Drive By :: Alpha One Niner Recon Nine EVADE
…as it’s not the mainstream shoulder strap setup. If you’ve seen the Triple Aught Design packs, this is extremely similar. They’re designed to fit a wider range of body types, and it does that job well. “This bag definitely suits the commuter (and someone into the tactical vibe), someone looking to carry a laptop, organize their gear, and have a place for everything.” I’m a fairly big guy myself at 6’3. I spoke with Helm about the shoulder strap le…
Outdoor Retailer Show Wrap-Up
…yology Road Test…s! Three new gear reviews coming your way… Mike at Triple Aught Design generously hooked me up with their Fast Pack EDC (in black), some accessory pouches, and patches. After reading great things about TAD’s gear and drooling at their images for some time now, I can’t wait to finally see one of these amazing packs in person when it arrives via post. Jamie at the CamelBak booth provided me with a serious military tough H.A.W.G. bac…
Mission Workshop Rhake VX Review
…nown for making technical and modular packs for everyday carry. The Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 backpack also carries a similar technical aesthetic to the Rhake while being a more traditional option. Verdict The Mission Workshop Rhake VX is a phenomenal display of craftsmanship. It has exceptional weatherproofing, remarkable external access and organization, and outstanding ergonomics. Despite being built to last a lifetime, I can see myself movi…
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…
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…
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