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Stay Warm: The Best Winter Jackets for Men 2021
…here are two hook and loop Velcro patches where you can attach insignia or morale patches to personalize your Patriot. Two fleece-lined Napolean pockets and a large fleece-lined kangaroo pocket enhance the exterior. I found these to be great for keeping vitals close by and your hands extra warm in moments of stillness. Internally, you have a striking heritage liner that completes a wonderfully executed jacket. ThruDark’s heritage is clear. Their p…
A Beginner’s Guide to Tactical EDC Backpacks and MOLLE
…rts. Additionally, do you like Velcro patches? These are generally called “morale patches”. Inspired from actual armed forces with a civilian spin on them. Some people think they’re cool and funny. Some think they’re tacticool. There are hundreds of manufacturers of fun and serious patches to adorn your pack. Depending on which vibe you’re going for, look for a panel or strip of female/loop Velcro on the exterior of the pack. Some brands even offe…
Best New Gear: July 2018
…ation. Made with 1000D Cordura Nylon, the pack includes a removable Velcro morale patch and comes in an exclusive Dusky Green colorway. Equipped with Mystery Ranch’s 3-Zip design for ready access throughout the bag, this versatile and hardy pack will see you through countless carry missions in urban and outdoor environments alike. Uncharted Supply Co. Seventy2 Survival System In an emergency you don’t have time to gather essential supplies. So Unc…
Matsuda x Carryology: The Fall and Rise of 2020
…2020 struck us all. And now we strike back… with a space blaster. Introducing… the Matsuda x Carryology “FALL and RISE” Artist Series morale patch set…
GORUCK x Carryology GRXC2 Samurai | Exclusive Release
…oth. 500D on inner shoulder straps and back panel. Custom Auxikko geometric pattern printed on hi-vis red 500D Cordura nylon. YKK zippers with glove-friendly Japanese braided silk rope zipper pullers. Samurai artwork designed by Jiro Yaguchi of Onizuka Tattoo in Los Angeles. Morale patch handmade by Tatsuhito Imamura-san of Kyoto Armor in Japan. Backed by GORUCK’s Scars Lifetime Guarantee. 21L Dimensions: 11.5″W x 18″H x 5.5″D 21L Weight: 2.9 LBS…
Adventure at Home | Best Accessories for Socializing in the Pandemic Era
…s little cooler really packs a punch. You can customize with your favorite morale patch on the 2×3″ Velcro too, along with more customization potential thanks to the MOLLE webbing! YETI have a range of useful accessories if you want to level up, including bottle openers and waterproof pouches. Handles on the top and side, along with a padded shoulder strap make it easy to transport. This has been incredibly useful for the afternoon trips. Whether…
Buying Guide | The Best Fall Clothes and Accessories from Huckberry, Tested.
…and it comes with a limited edition Huckberry “See you out there!” leather morale patch. Available October 25th. 1733 Sidepack The three way carry 1733 Sidepack was made to come on adventures with you. Made from VX07 X-PAC, and complemented by YKK® AquaGuard zippers this nifty little pack can take all kinds of abuse! Weather over your shoulder, around your waist, or in your hand–this 7L sling can carry all that you need for an afternoon out. I’ve…
First Tactical Specialist 1-Day Backpack :: Drive By
…s you can rep the bag any way you want, spicing it up with your own unique morale patch flavor. Personally, I love adding reflective strips onto bags for no actual reason. The Specialist rocks it. “The Specialist is definitely comfortable to carry. The shoulder straps will separate far enough for the widest of shoulders, and are nice and taut for those with a smaller frame.” It’s well built, fairly priced and looks pretty damn slick. The Not So Go…
The Mysterious and Elusive Mystery Ranch Scape Artist
…Velcro field up on the top storage zippered access brain for tossing on a morale patch. And lastly, it has that iconic and beautiful Mystery Ranch woven black and orange label (even if it is off-center, which tweaks with my design OCD). I had been searching for my own Scape Artist for quite some time. Sure, I found a few here and there, with months in between each “successful find” during my searching. But I was in no financial place to drop $750…
LOCTOTE Flak Sack II | The Ultimate Portable Carry Safe
…sistant and heavy-duty. Leather elevates the overall look in the form of a patch, sternum clasp, and corner accents. This is anything but your normal drawstring bag. It also comes in its own canvas slip bag, which is a nice touch for storage. Security LOCTOTE® are famed for their ingenious security measures, and the Flak Sack II is full of them. Aside from the FLAKnit™ fabric, there is a reinforced locking strap that pairs with a beefy brass comb…
Best New Gear | July 2023
…colorways, it’s handmade in Scotland and also includes a removable Trakke patch. Mission Workshop Ocho Looking to beat the heat with a multifunctional short? Mission Workshop has restocked their fastest-selling short ever, the Ocho boardshort. Made in the USA, it takes inspiration from 1960s lifeguard shorts and pairs it with a modern Tweave 518C textile. The American-made, mil-spec fabric provides four-way stretch, water repellency, and dries qu…
CGEP Claim Form
…CONGRATULATIONS! Want to learn about the Carryology Global Expedition Project? Click here read all about the project’s origins and to view the CGEP Database! Please enter your information below so that you and your patch claim can be added to the CGEP Database: CGEP Patch Code: Date Claimed: Claimed By: Email Address: Photo Of Claim (10MB Limit): Δ…
Best Commuter Gear for Cyclists in 2021
…to carry every day while helping you stay prepared. It includes six round patches, one oval patch, one emery paper, and one tube of CFC-free cement to repair a variety of punctures. CamelBak Podium 24oz Bike Bottle (US$11) Secure yet accessible hydration is important on shorter and longer commutes alike. CamelBak’s Podium Bike Bottle is designed to fit within a range of water bottle cages and offers an easily squeezable design with a high flow, s…
Mountain Standard 28L Mountain Utility Pack :: Drive By
…ng on the compression and the shoulder straps. The full-grain leather logo patch is discreet and tasteful. Hypalon zipper pulls and pinch points for opening and closing round out the smaller details. “Attention to detail. Mountain Standard included elastic retainer bands for excess webbing on the compression and the shoulder straps. The full-grain leather logo patch is discreet and tasteful.” The value. It’s really, really good value. With all the…
5 Best, Expert-Tested Bike Commuter Backpacks to Buy in 2022
…e are very few contact points is nice so that you do not have a huge sweat patch on your back when you take the pack off. This bike commuter backpack was probably my second favorite when it comes to airflow. As far as the pack’s overall carry, it does sit nicely while on the back with a full load. There is no waist strap on this bike backpack. For the normal ride with my regular carry, I never had issues with the pack flopping around. But I never…
The Best Weekender and Duffel Bags for Every Traveler 2022
…, and a few other choice locations throughout the bag such as the monogram patch and key snap. You’ll find a UCAN zipper (complete with leather zipper pulls) to the cavernous main compartment and there are interior and exterior zippered pockets for your organization, which pair well with the rugged outdoor style Tecovas are gunning for. The bag is also compressible on either end of the main zipper, so if you find yourself not using the full capaci…
The Best Winter Hardshell Jackets, Tested 2021
…se since Patrick has always been known as a designer of the coolest Velcro patches in the industry. However, the Defiant was meant to be an adventure technical hoodie so the no-patch approach was a good choice in my opinion – less bulk, dries faster. It has a two-way main zipper (great!) plus the neck area is covered with a soft and brushed chin guard. And last but not least, the sleeves… long enough, with adjustable cuffs (Hypalon tabs) and an in…
Prometheus Design Werx | All Terrain Bags Review
…all bags have full-size Velcro panels on them, which are good not only for patch junkies (like me) but more importantly for easy personalizing and identification. This could be useful when similar bags are used by several people. And I can imagine this when kayaking or rafting with friends. PHOTO_6 And What About The Pouches? If you need to protect some of your smaller equipment against aquatic conditions, the ATP pouches are the way to go. Imagin…
Dan Matsuda: a New World of EDC
…t is challenging, but there’s something about the tangible nature of these patches that really makes them feel personal and fun to look at. At the moment I’ve only released two embroidered patches on my own. They’re intended as a three-part series, to which the third is currently in production. There could have easily been more than three, but the list of influences was getting out of hand so I had to audit my choices. The first release ‘Oni’ is a…
The Best Shorts for Men for Summer 2022, Tested
…hat is a cotton and nylon blend–a good mix of comfort and strength. A rear patch pocket (with snap) and two slash pockets on the front keep all of your essentials close at hand. The 7″ inseam is great for being active, and the contoured waistband prevents chafing. These are a stylish pair of high-performance shorts. Wellen Hybrid Cruiser Short Price: US$47 on Sale! Carryology Credential: Stylish swimmers that look like a bespoke chino. Huckberry’s…
Alpha One Niner x Carryology: Stealth Cobra Prepares to Strike
…ur Senior Editor, Laurence Fry, a talented graphic designer, to design the patch to adorn the pack’s exterior Velcro field. Originally, we tried a few attempts at making the design via embroidered fabric. It looked nice, but it needed more. So we opted for our very first molded patch with a geometric cobra with orange eyes and orange fangs, in a striking position to face the viewer. Of course, like all of A19’s standard Evade backpacks, this colla…
Fly Prepared: Travel-Friendly EDC Gear
…ket for a water bottle. It also has a 4″ x 4″ loop panel for your favorite morale patches. You can use this tote for virtually anything. I keep it at the bottom of my S.H.A.D.O. in case I pick up gifts or something at the Duty Free shops. It is insanely strong and I also use one in my hiking pack to carry firewood. While I don’t consider myself an environmentalist, I try to do my part to minimize what I use that’s disposable and this fits the bill…
Greenroom136 Rainmaker Review
…for). As for the other features, I opted for a Velcro strip to show off my morale patches and PALS webbing to attach pouches externally. There’s an epic corduroy-lined laptop compartment that’s spacious and fits my 16″ MacBook Pro. It feels delightful and it’s super easy to get my laptop in and out. Additionally, there’s this hidden pocket on the back panel that’s perfect for a passport or important items that you don’t want easily accessible from…
Most Popular Gear of 2021
…fabric, high-vis interiors, leather grab handles, and not one but two epic morale patches, and you get an all-in-one collection offering the freedom of one-bag travel with the flexibility to adapt to the journey and the destination alike. Pelican Cargo Cases When you’re exploring the rugged outdoors on four wheels, you need equally rugged storage to keep gear secure and protected. And when it comes to rugged protection, Pelican are hard to beat. C…
First Look | Clever Supply Release Their First Bag – The Camera Sling
…dividers, but it’s also a feature that can accommodate your collection of morale patches and ranger eyes if you so wish! The dividers themselves are equally well made as the rest of the bag (I’ve not found a single stitch or thread out of place), which is a pleasant surprise as it can be the area that some neglect. They are constructed from the same canvas you’ll find throughout the bag, although these are not waxed. With velcro folds on the side…
Prometheus Design Werx S.H.A.D.O. Pack 24L Review
…tional external features are dual ice axe loops, a hook and loop panel for morale patches, a single column of mountaineering daisy chain, a D-ring, vertical lash webbing, MCA on the bottom for lashing additional items and four low-profile grab handles (one on each side of the pack) and shock cord. As I said before, there is a lot going on with the S.H.A.D.O. but if you can’t find an area to attach something, you lack vision, my friend. To hydratio…
Carry History :: The WWII Jerrycan
…xt to one of the poorly-built flimsies. Maybe that counts for some kind of morale boost? Probably not. The Jerrycan was such a superior product that Allied Forces eventually recognised the incredible design and then reverse engineered the canister for their own use, successfully producing countless units to aid in their wartime efforts. Though WWII has long since passed, the Jerrycan is still used (and even produced by the tens of thousands) today…
Beginner’s Guide | Gear to Stay Safe Outside
…water sterilization, and a possible signal for help, but it also improves morale, which can be vital in real survival situations. If you’re carrying a knife, you might just need to add a ferro rod to your pack which doesn’t cost much and doesn’t take up space. I carry a bit of a DIY fire kit and the Firebiner from Outdoor Element which weighs practically nothing. You could also opt for a small tin of waterproof matches, or your favorite classic Z…
Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 Review
…zation will appreciate the generous Velcro panel on the top flap to attach morale patches. Who It Doesn’t If not having an external water bottle pocket is a deal-breaker, the Rip Ruck 24 is not the best option. However, to mitigate the lack of a water bottle pocket you can utilize external attachment points thanks to multiple rows of daisy chain. The 24L version might look small on folks with a larger frame (like myself). Also, the hump on the lum…
Best Puffy Down Jackets of 2022
…lly lightweight. Velcro patches on both arms allow you to display multiple morale patches with ease, and there is a stowaway stretch hood in the collar. Six zippered pockets, two on the chest, two lower body, and two internally give you plenty of storage and are all adorned with beefy cotton zipper pulls that are easy to use with or without gloves. 750 fill power hydrophobic down is plenty to keep you warm, ThruDark estimates down to -10ºC (14ºF) …
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