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Best Accessory Results – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…ing list or EDC setup, but they’re bulky and take ages to dry. Not so with Matador’s NanoDry Towel. Super compact, exceptionally lightweight, and quick-drying, this towel is ideal for stashing in a travel bag or day bag. And with its carry clip case you can easily secure it to bags or other gear externally too, keeping a wet towel away from the rest of your gear and allowing it to air on the go. Its nanofiber material is 2.3 times lighter than mic…
Best New Gear | August 2022
…are suited to everyday adventures as well as mountain-side living. Travel Matador Speed Stash No matter how many pockets your pack has, sometimes convenience and access is key. Matador hopes to solve both of these problems with their newly released Speed Stash – a universal backpack strap attachment that gives you quick acces to your phone, wallet, keys, and other essentials. It works with any pack with a sternum strap and is perfect for travel,…
Minimalist Travel Packing List: One Bag, 16+ Days
…’s Boots Stevens Randolph Engineering Aviator Sunglasses Apple AirPods Pro Matador Lens Base Layer: Discontinued Matador Camera Base Layer Peak Design Travel Tripod Granite Gear Air Bags NiteIze RunOff Pouches Arc’teryx Interstate Jacket: Discontinued (so check out their Beta AR) Western Rise AirLoft Shirt Jacket Darn Tough Socks Smartwool Socks Unbound Merino Socks Unbound Merino Crew Neck T-Shirt Western Rise StrongCore Merino Tee Outlier Ultraf…
Best New Gear: February 2021
…offers extra storage space for small items such as folded notes or a key. Matador Keychain Mask Masks are a part of EDC these days. But sometimes they’re easy to forget when stepping out the door. So Matador created the Keychain Mask. The polyester and spandex blend mask comes with a silicone keychain case that secures to a keychain, ensuring you always have a mask at the ready. Aer Slim Pouch Aer’s signature blend of understated, versatile styli…
Best Cloth Face Masks, Tested 2021
…ming out with a filtered mask called the Kangaroo soon! Best Backup Mask – Matador Keychain Mask What it’s good for: Emergencies, Travel MSRP: $14.99 Why you want it: When you leave the other one at home! Why you might not: Not for everyday. Field Testing: We’ve all been there at least once during this pandemic; you arrive at your destination and realize that you’ve forgotten the vital piece: your mask! As always, the packable wizards at Matador h…
Gift Guide | Gifts for the Adventurer
…or alternatively easily set up the legs to create a convenient side table. Matador Beast28 Ultralight Technical Backpack (US$150) Packable bags often leave a lot to be desired when it comes to functional features, durability, and comfort. But Matador’s Beast28 Ultralight Technical Backpack is different. This cleverly-designed pack features a flexible frame suspension system that moves with you and supports the load. And the removable hip belt and…
Carry Awards IX | Finalists Recap
…ds MPL V2 Mission Workshop Speedwell VX Mountain Hardwear PCT 55L Backpack Matador Beast Ultralight Osprey Talon 22 Hill People Gear Umlindi v2 Mountain Hardwear Snowskiowski Arch Industries Grisetti 30 Best Active Messenger Instagram Images Greenroom136 Metrorunner PRIME Tactical Chrome Buran III Ally Cappelino Kenny Orbitgear r200 Apidura City Messenger Best Waterproof Bag Instagram Images Subtech Pro Bag 45L Yeti Panga Duffel Chrome Urban Ex 2….
Best New Gear | January 2022
…n! UPDATE: Large sizes are now sold out but Medium’s are still available. Matador Droplet Stuff Sack Matador are the kings and queens of all things packable. In our opinion, they are underrated in the carry realm! Today, they’ve launched another useful addition to your EDC – a water-resistant stuff sack. Made from 20d Nylon Ripstop (with a PU coating), this keychain carry stuff sack is perfect for impromptu adventures, unexpected grocery stops, a…
Our Team’s Favorite Bags Under $100
…own Greenland wax, wait a season or two, and Indiana Jones will envy you! Matador Freefly16 Packable Backpack | James Jeffrey For me the sub $100 price point is an area for complementing your main carry systems. The best complements are those that can be essential occasionally, so an item that you may or may not totally 100% absolutely need. I often like the idea of ultralight daypacks but rarely find them satisfying. They can be too focused on r…
Best New Gear | July 2022
…e features and the last feature means you’re ready for the beach or river. Matador Flatpak™ Dry Bags While water-resistant does the job most of the time, sometimes you just can’t afford for gear to get wet. Enter Matador and their Flatpak™ Dry Bags. Available in 2L and 8L sizes, these roll-top bags have an IPX7 waterproof rating and provide trusty storage for electronics, base layers, food, and more. Both bags feature a flat bottom, enabling them…
Christmas Gift Guide 2022 | Traveler
…winners and some personal favorites while on the road over the last year. Matador Travel Accessories (from US$7.99-$35.99) Matador are experts at creating thoughtfully designed travel accessories that are genuinely useful and easy to pack. There are a wide variety of pieces to choose from including packable towels, toiletry cases, waterproof canisters, compressible toiletry bottles, and more. All built tough for many years of trusty travel use, s…
Iceland R&D Expedition | Our Creative Director’s Favorite Gear
…Canon RF 28-70mm F2.0 L USM Lens Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L USM Lens Peak Design Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Peak Design Leash Camera Strap Matador Camera Base Layer Matador Lens Base Layer…
Best New Gear | November 2022
…eat bottle option for excursions where packing light is a priority. Travel Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tubes Compact toiletries are a key component for many packing lists. And Matador offers a nifty alternative to regular-sized toothpaste tubes with their Refillable Toothpaste Tubes. Rather than having to buy single-use (and often expensive for what you’re getting) travel-friendly toothpaste tubes, these refillable options are easily filled with…
Best 2020 Black Friday Deals, Updated Daily
…up impressive discounts of up to 70% off plus daily deals at Topo Designs. Matador Scoop discounts of up to 40% off from the folks at Matador. Ally Capellino Fancy 50% off at Ally Capellino? You’ve got it. Incase Incase are offering big savings of up to 70% off. Lems Step right up for 25% off on Lems products (excluding Waterproof and Mid Leather Boulder Boots). Prometheus Lights Prometheus Lights are offering 20% off a variety of products using t…
Christmas Gift Guide 2022 I Gifts Under $50
…secret Santa role, we’ve pulled together some of the Best Gifts Under $50. Matador FlatPak Toiletry Bottle Matador are the wizards behind all good travel accessories, and this travel toiletry bottle isn’t like anything you’ve used before. The FlatPak style means you save space in an instant, while the the waterproof construction stops any spillages. TSA approved, these can come with you regardless of if you’re one bagging it on an overnight trip a…
Top 5 | Best Packable Bag
…as a worthy benchmark for this category? Choose your top contender below… Matador Beast28 Specs Liters: 28 Weight: 24oz/680g Material: Interior – 210D Robic® Nylon / Exterior 100D Robic® Nylon Price: $150 USD Who It Suits The Beast28 is a feature-packed, ultra-lightweight, packable backpack for more technical use. Could you use it as a daypack? Sure. But it’s better to take on long hikes where saving weight is useful. The Lowdown This 28L bag pa…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Travel Accessory
…ent flavor transfer – Perforated flexible strap for easy grab and carrying Matador Speed Stash Who It Suits Fans of organization and workflow optimization would find the Speed Stash an ideal traveling companion. If you pre-plan your TSA security walkthrough and believe every item should have a home, this is the product you’ve been looking for. The Lowdown Matador has a unique talent for creating items that we all find invaluable in our travels but…
Best New Gear | June 2023
…with a water-resistant zipper. It even comes with an ice pack too! Travel Matador ReFraction Series The latest collection from Matador includes a duffel, sling, and backpack designed to go anywhere and everywhere with you. Optimized for both style and functionality, these sleek weatherproof bags pack down for travel and are offered in three colorways (Black, Slate Blue, and Arctic White). The duffel holds 25 liters while weighing just 7.0 oz. It…
10 Amazing Minimal Travel Essentials, Tested
…ared for any scenario. I hope you find some of them useful (and packable)! Matador Freefly16 Packable Backpack (US$80) Many packable backpacks offer a bare minimum of features but Matador’s Freefly16 Packable Backpack is different. You get a host of useful features while still enjoying a lightweight and highly compressible form. The 16L pack is made with weatherproof materials, sealing YKK® zippers, and sealed interior seams to keep the elements a…
What Dopp Kit Should You Choose? | Buyers Guide
…ming essentials will stay within tidy, easy reach throughout your travels. Matador FlatPak Waterproof Toiletry Case (US$30) Matador have built a reputation for creating clever travel accessories that blend thoughtful features and technical construction. Case in point, the FlatPak Waterproof Toiletry Case. A good option for smaller setups, the 2L case provides a combination of waterproof 30D Cordura® ripstop nylon, welded construction, and a rollto…
Holiday Gift Guide | The Traveler
…se top-notch travel gifts are well worth adding to your next packing list. Matador FlatPak Toiletry Bottles (US$38) and Toiletry Case (US$30) Matador rethinks what a toiletry bottle can be with the FlatPak™. Designed for minimalist and ultralight travel, it weighs just 11.5 grams, with a 3oz (90ml) volume. Made with welded Cordura® with a proprietary coating, the waterproof design accommodates a variety of liquids, gels and pastes, from shampoo to…
Best New Gear: November 2020
…etchy for comfort, and with a moisture-wicking lining? What’s not to love? Matador Beast Ultralight Series Matador delivers an impressive blend of travel-friendly packability and outdoor-ready functionality in their Beast series of ultralight packs. The series features the Beast18 and Beast28, built to tackle demanding use with weatherproof and durable Robic® nylon. A flexible frame suspension system enables all-day active comfort, support and tor…
Best Carry-On Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…lled luggage to take on carry duties when the opportunity presents itself. Matador SEG42 The more organization you add in a bag, the more cluttered it tends to become. But Matador have come up with a clever take on carry-on that offers clean, minimalist aesthetics while delivering lots of flexible organization. Designed with one-bag travel in mind, the 42L bag features a segmented design with multiple pockets that are externally accessible. The po…
Stocking Stuffers: Best 50 Gifts Under $50
…zation helping homeless individuals and families towards self-sufficiency. Matador Pocket Blanket 2.0 (US$30) Blankets are great for parking your butt pretty much anywhere, though they can be bulky to carry. Not so with Matador’s Pocket Blanket 2.0. This compact blanket packs down small enough to fit in a pocket and uses a water-repellent, puncture-resistant material. The revamped design also includes corner stakes and sand pockets to help secure…
Best New Gear: June 2018
…and incorporates a slightly thinner but stiffer foam to cut down on bulk. Matador FlatPak Series When you want to travel in minimalist, ultralight style, toiletry bottles can thwart your carefully considered packing list. But Matador has a nifty alternative to bulky plastic storage with their FlatPak Series. The series features an innovative Toiletry Bottle and Soap Bar Case, both made with welded Cordura® that enables the containers to compress…
Buyers Guide: Autumn Adventure Kit 2020
…hirt on colder days. A full range of colors allow you to pick your poison. Matador Trio (Blanket, Bottle, Bag) The team at Matador are innovators supreme when it comes to all things packable. It was only natural that we found three excellent products that would fit our adventure kit. The On-Grid Packable Backpack is a 16L daypack that collapses into its own quick-access pocket (and then into our main bag!). It has a surprising amount of features i…
The ‘Get Outside’ Gift Guide
…sily portable method of making contaminated water sources safe to drink… . Matador Pocket Blanket ($29.98) . Water repellent, puncture resistant, large enough to accommodate two or more people, yet compact enough to fit in your pocket. Meet the Pocket Blanket from Matador, a pint-sized package that can be easily carried and unfolded for picnics, soaking up the sun or taking in the views during your outdoor trips. . Great for: a seating surface tha…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 :: Recap Part II
…ubmersible beast of a bag that’s available in 50, 75 and 100-liter sizes.” Matador Matador was impossible to miss thanks to a large gong frequently being gonged in their booth. Adding to their line of super-packable bags is a 28-liter backpack with hydration bladder. The bag is affectionately known as The Beast and packs down smaller than a Nalgene bottle. Cordura Somewhere nestled in the back of the Salt Palace Convention Center is the Cordura bo…
Best New Gear :: August 2017
…partment, along with a padded laptop sleeve to keep tech safe on the move. Matador Hydrolite Hydration, filtration and packability in one bag? The Matador Hydrolite is set to streamline the way you carry with its innovative design that features a HydraPak 2-liter hydration bladder and integrated Sawyer MINI water filter. The bag also offers a waterproof 8L main compartment and a quick-access shoulder strap pocket. For ultimate travel flexibility,…
15 Fall Essentials for Weekend Getaways
…00 lumens, and re-configurable interfaces to suit changing lighting needs. Matador Beast Packable Backpack (US$ 89.99) Water resistant and highly packable, the Matador Beast is great for storing in a larger bag or vehicle for use as a daypack during your weekend trips. The pack offers 28L of storage space, with attachment points to secure additional gear externally as required. Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool (US$ 99.95) Multi-tools offer a lot of func…