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Outer Shell Hip Slinger Review
…combined forces and merged into Outer Shell. I have a few early handlebar bags and tool bags from them that I absolutely LOVE. But for this review I’m going to be focusing on their Hip Slinger. Now for cycling these babies are a necessity if you’re doing a longer ride and 1. You don’t have any more room in your bike bags, or 2. Don’t have bike bags 3.Camera/gear needs on trail I typically don’t like to carry anything on my back (even jersey pocke…
Best Active Shoulder Bag Champion | Carry Awards IX
…xt year. Apidura City Messenger Apidura have extensive experience creating bags for bikepacking. The kind of bags that will take a beating, laugh at the elements, and keep on going strong while securely hauling your gear across the far-flung reaches of the planet. But why couldn’t that expertise be useful in an urban setting too? Turns out, it’s incredibly useful. Tough, lightweight, and waterproof, the Apidura City Messenger is built to handle wh…
Ally Capellino Fin Waxed Cotton Backpack Review
…outfit. Students, office workers, and urban explorers may appreciate this bag. Who It Doesn’t I think it’s safe to say that this bag isn’t meant for rugged outdoor activity. Moreover, if you need features like complete weather resistance, rock scraping abrasion resistance, or water-resistant zippers, this bag is likely not for you. I’d even venture to say that you may want to avoid this for travel; not that it won’t work, but there are likely bet…
Traveling Across Australia with Horizn Studios Model M Cabin Bag
…t legs all up). Negotiating customs gates, whether snaking with anxious co-travellers or not, is typically an arduous task, and having a bag that can smooth out that process ought to be considered an ally. The Model M proved a solid companion in this setting, the front compartment easily accessible for reaching toiletries and laptop at each security inspection, and just as effortless to put away again. “The pockets and compartments are beyond smar…
Road Tests :: Osprey Momentum 26
…r office. Not suited to Non-commuters: While anyone could clearly use this bag as a day to day bag, the main draw is obviously the commuter specific features it boasts. The three-compartment design results in smaller main compartments and really would be annoying for anyone who needed the volume for a large jacket or other sizable equipment. With no hydration pouch support, this also would not be an ideal bag for hiking or trail-running. Any niggl…
Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part II
…horseshoe zip. Thule New from Thule for S17 is a huge range of luggage and travel bags, as well as two really solid technical packs. The luggage line, called the Subterra series, is all about making your life easier while on the road. They do this in a couple of ways. Thule’s smaller bags address transitions in traveling with packing inserts that you can remove once you arrive wherever you’re going. Their 34L roll-top for example comes with a near…
Road Tests :: Samsonite Pro DLX3 Spinner
…aximum weight rules. Having been unable to bring it on board as a carry-on bag, that has not been much of a problem, but still… The second thing is the suits compartment. The bag comes with a suit hanger and a suit pack, part nylon, part mesh, that can be attached to a hook in the suit part of the bag. All really nicely done and carry-geek-worthy. However, I carried a suit and shirts several times and they always came out wrinkled. The suit pack i…
Best Travel Clothing Champion 2020
…ving off that ‘travel pant’ vibe, and you have an excellent staple for one-bag travel. The Diversion Pant is exceptionally versatile, comfortable and tough enough for life on the go. A superb effort, Western Rise! ________________________________________________________ Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding qual…
Road Tests :: Burton F-Stop Pack
…ad? This bag is designed for snowboarders and I get that, but snowboarders travel a lot. The last thing you want to do as a traveling snowboarder/photographer is have yet another bag for your laptop when you already have an extra one for your boards etc. The laptop is an essential piece of equipment for a photographer and to exclude this is plain shortsightedness. To give Burton credit though, some of their other packs in their “Photography Series…
The Hunt Continues :: Brooks Islington Rucksack
…buckles all the time? Do you like copious amounts of back sweat? Get this bag ASAP. Who It Doesn’t If you plan on using this bag for running errands on a bike and need frequent access to the items you pack, I would look elsewhere for a bag. The Good Brooks did not fail in delivering on appearance and quality. The Islington itself is a damn handsome bit of carry. Well built with beautiful and quality materials. The main body material is a treated…
Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe Anti-Theft Briefcase Review
…ice (like a hair dryer) lets you remove scratches from the surface of your bag. The result, a bag that has found the fountain of youth and refuses to age. I would like to have reported that I’ve tried it but the honest answer is that the canvas is so durable that despite my best attempts, I haven’t been able to scratch the damn thing! All of these things make you feel comfortable carrying this bag. But a few other details help take it to the top….
First Look: EVERGOODS CHZ26 and CAP2L
…tting damaged. This also provides some extra rigidity and structure to the bag. Want a hug? The brand’s bags are known for their comfortable, ergonomic harness system. The EVERGOODS CHZ26 offers you a hug every time you put it on. No load lifters or multiple adjustments needed here, it conforms to your back with ease. That is aided by shoulder straps from Zotefoams, so you can get the attention you’ve been missing during lockdown. Loneliness aside…
Carrying a Camera Without a Bag
…elp you easily identify and store your gear. NEPPT Camera Bag Insert Case Got a favorite bag you’d love to carry your camera gear in but it doesn’t offer protection for your precious cargo? This case bridges the gap between go-to bag and camera bag. The padded liner provides shock and scratch protection and the padded divider can be adjusted or removed depending on the contents. Simply load the case up, place it inside your bag of choice and you’r…
Stocking Stuffers: Best 50 Gifts Under $50
…with this Roark Revival Grizzly Unstructured Snapback. Easy to stash in a travel bag, the unstructured design features ripstop cotton, an Alaska-inspired patch, and an adjustable snapback for a customized fit. Black Diamond Spot 350 Headlamp (US$39.95) Black Diamond’s Spot 350 Headlamp lets you light up your surroundings while keeping your hands free. It offers a maximum of 350 lumens and a choice of settings to suit different environments. Plus…
Week In Review ~ 28 August
…tion options in their carry. A bag packed full of features for nomads Some travel bags can leave you wanting when it comes to functional features. The NOMATIC Travel Bag isn’t one of them. Packing in more than 20 travel-friendly features, the NOMATIC is designed to be a versatile travel companion for trips ranging from three to seven days. The bag converts quickly between backpack and duffel carry modes, and includes an RFID safe pocket, padded po…
The Best Briefcases for Dapper Professionals
…s you want the suave style of a briefcase but the capacity of an overnight bag. Meet the Palissy. This beautifully understated bag has the stylish looks and functionality of a briefcase, with pockets for your work tools and a padded laptop compartment. However, there’s enough space for a change of clothes too, making this a great option for overnight business trips or just hitting the gym after work.. . Mismo Wessel If you’ve got a passion for the…
Best Travel Clothing Champion | Carry Awards IX
…this a comfortable jacket for active use, while its clean aesthetics fit into casual urban pursuits as well. And packability? No problem at all; simply stuff it into its own pocket to store in a bag or luggage. Sustainable, space-saving, and with smart travel features, the Nano-Air Hoody is an excellent pick for your next travel adventure. Kudos, Patagonia! –…
Top 5: Best Travel Clothing 2020
…e that’s not only honed for hiking, camping, and adventuring, but also one-bag travel. Enter the Dryzzle FUTURELIGHT™ Jacket. It’s super versatile, and different to most of its outdoor competitors because it comes with real fashion-forward refinement. There’s subtle branding, which almost calls for a second look (great for dressing it up and not looking too outdoorsy when you’re out for a nice meal), a stormflap that cleanly covers the center fro…
Unbound Merino x Carryology Meili Travel T-Shirt
…arry less. Way less. Radically less. Carry less, but better. Carry less, travel more. For me, I regularly travel with just two Unbound Merino t-shirts while traveling internationally for weeks on end, rotating between the two. Yes, weeks. Yes, two shirts. As of publishing this article, I am currently on a 26-day work trip to three different countries and I have… two shirts. You can only wear one shirt at a time, so why would anyone lug around 1…
Best New Gear | April 2021
…-key design transitions smoothly from weekdays to weekends and back again. Travel Aer Travel Sling 2 With travel starting to open back up, it’s time to start planning for journeys near and far. And one of the most important considerations is a companion to keep your travel essentials secure yet easily accessible, whether you’re in the airport lounge or hitting the streets for some sightseeing. The Aer Travel Sling 2 steps up as a solid travel budd…
Exclusive Release | Unbound Merino x Carryology Meili Travel T-Shirt
…arry less. Way less. Radically less. Carry less, but better. Carry less, travel more. For me, I regularly travel with just two Unbound Merino t-shirts while traveling internationally for weeks on end, rotating between the two. Yes, weeks. Yes, two shirts. As of publishing this article, I am currently on a 26-day work trip to three different countries and I have… two shirts. You can only wear one shirt at a time, so why would anyone lug around 1…
Bellroy Travel Wallet :: The Wallet We Always Recommend
…ways getting asked about travel wallets, and we always recommend Bellroy’s Travel Wallet… Our Travel Wallet aims to rid the world of the dreaded ‘man purse’. With features ranging from a designated passport sleeve to a means of enabling tickets and boarding passes to fold without creasing, this wallet keeps important travel documents close and secure while remaining slim and stylish. Designed for the journey Ever rummaged frantically through your…
Market Totes
…ing events. The local Ever store packs every purchase in a reusable cotton bag! Dandux Coal Bag This is the classic All-American tote and while it’s not made specifically for hauling your milk and eggs, it’s rugged, affordable, and will last you a lifetime. If you do enough searching you’ll find some variations (homages) but the quinessential tote still boils down to the Dandux. [We’d link you directly to the C.R. Daniels website where you can buy…
The Level Collective Winnats Roll Top Review
…daypack use or expand it for larger loads. Imagine an all-in-one carry-on bag, day bag for urban settings, and hiking pack. Then stop imagining because this pack ticks all the boxes. Does it excel in all these niches the way specialist pieces would? Of course not, and it wouldn’t be fair to expect it to. But if you’re looking for a jack-of-all-trades, this is a good option. I’ve stuffed it in overhead baggage compartments. I’ve used it multiple t…
Buyer’s Guide :: Best Work Messengers (Part 1)
…options make this a strong contender for people who are after a higher-end bag that will see them through work, travel and leisure situations for years to come. Côte&Ciel Spree Messenger Côte&Ciel brings a freshness to the carry world and the Spree messenger is no exception. Chic aesthetics merge with well-thought-out practical features in a variety of fabrics and colorways. Two concealed front pockets are handy for your small valuables, while the…
Week In Review ~ 20 March
…for carry versatility the Downstream Rolltop Bag can be used as a shoulder bag or waist bag and includes a waterproof main compartment which is handy for water-based activities. Don’t sweat the small things Rock climbing can be grueling, and when the going gets tough you need to be able to rely on your gear. It’s easy to overlook, but the small and humble chalk bag is an important piece of kit that deserves attention – and that’s exactly what Taiw…
Stio CFS Duffel :: Drive By
…nd, there is very little structure to the CFS Duffel. Nobody likes a lumpy bag. Stio mentions this bag comes with a removable plastic floor but this was missing from the sample I reviewed. “The handles are just not big enough to comfortably carry this bag at your side.” And finally, and I’m just nitpicking here, the CFS Duffel is water resistant, not waterproof. I only mention this because the bag was mistaken more than once for a drybag, given th…
From Satchel to Grave
…pick up your bag. That’s why I’ve spent most of my life worrying about the bag I’m carrying and the bag I’ll be carrying next. It started in high school. I was seventeen. It was 2005 and The OC was all the rage. Seth Cohen had given nerdy kids everywhere something to aspire to and I’d noticed that they, the students in The OC, carried satchels. I, being a precocious bundle of insecurity, decided they were What College Students Used. And there was…
Drive By :: T-Level Dos backpack
…d a bunch of interesting pocketing. Others to consider So, we’re into this bag. Of course, there are other bags that you could look at. This is a lot cheaper than Lexdray, for instance, which is a similar kind of street vibe, with a nod to heritage but not lost in it. Visvim is another brand in this space that’s more high-end streetwear, but again Visvim is $700, whereas this is a lot less at $125. We’re digging this more than something like a Her…
Into Carry Cafe Racer Review
…ife is often about looks, so we should touch on aesthetics. Recently, more bags have gone for the classic school-bag-style look and we think the Cafe Racer nails it (especially with a medium pouch). If you’re into the hip, slightly future-retro vibe, this is a fantastic choice. Features Into Carry centers their system around a base unit (consisting of either a tote bag or the Cafe Racer) and then varies with smaller, specialized pouches that can b…