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EVERGOODS CIVIC Half Zip 22L Review
…feels on my back and that’s generally the “feeling” I like when carrying a bag. I don’t want bags to necessarily feel heavy but I want the load to stay tight together so there aren’t major sways or shifts in weight. The shoulder straps are really beefy and the padding is really consistent and uniform which means there are no hot spots. I wish, for my body shape, the straps curved in a bit more so it would put less pressure on the edge of my armpit…
Beau Industries Parenting Pack R1 Review
…x that works. I’d dig this combination of back panel and strap design on a travel bag! Lastly, we come to one of the major decisions regarding bag purchases, the price. After using this pack for two months, I experienced the pros and cons, felt the material firsthand, and saw how the bag does under stress – I assumed this bag would be selling for $175 or more, but I was wrong. The R1 will retail for $129, including shipping and the two insulated…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…____________________________________ beruf baggage brf CF11 Rush Messenger Bag beruf baggage have designed the Rush Messenger with urban bike commuters in mind who want a bag that moves smoothly between on and off-bike use. The tough, water-resistant Cordura nylon build embraces demanding, all-weather use, while the clean aesthetics look suitably appropriate across a range of work settings. The bag also offers an ambidextrous shoulder strap, a 13″…
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 :: Recap Part II
…k at the Wander Pack. It’s a 40-liter travel backpack that is aimed at one-bag travelers. There’s tons of accessible pocketing, a full line of packing cubes and gadget holders available, and it’s designed in very sharp colorways. Finally there’s the Circuit Sling. While this bag would be a solid messenger bag as is, what really caught our eye was the material this bag is made with. Timbuk2 took reflective material and laid it beneath a coarse nylo…
Best Camera Backpacks for Hiking Adventures
…s let you secure a tripod externally. Mountainsmith x Chris Burkard Tanuck 40L (US$ 229.95) Mountainsmith and Chris Burkard teamed up to create a versatile, durable and functional pack that could adapt to diverse environments and needs. The result is the Tanuck 40L, a rugged and weather-resistant pack that offers front-access storage for your camera gear, a dedicated 17″ laptop compartment and top-loading storage for personal items. The pack is co…
Best Specialist Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…, with classic materials and handcrafted construction ensuring this camera bag is tough enough to roam for years to come. Made with Great American Bison leather, the Roamographer is available in two sizes to suit DSLR gear and mirrorless and rangefinder gear. The bag keeps camera gear protected within a removable padded insert, while external straps can secure bulky items such as a tripod. Plus you don’t need to worry about missing a shot, as a sm…
Week In Review ~ 13 November
…ection introduces four new designs that can do double-duty as everyday and travel getaway bags. The Camera Backpack offers versatile organization to hold a range of gear setups, while the Duffel features separate storage for dirty clothes or shoes. The Rolltop is a 40L pack that provides both top and side access, and the Rucksack provides a host of handy pockets for organizing daily or travel items. The collection features lightweight yet durable…
ITS Tactical Discreet Messenger Bag Review
…enger for 12 weeks as a vacation EDC bag (when exploring Bornholm), camera bag (forest, city), and office bag, and I never had a single issue with it. It held up great, also in light summer rain. After the summer season, it still looks almost brand new, which is a testament to the quality of materials used. It is even more functional if paired with ITS pull-out Zip pouches or the new small Trauma Kit, which are tailor-made to fit inside the pocket…
Bag Collectors :: Greg Davis
…retired after that trip. I believe it made the voyage home in a plastic garbage bag. That’s not a criticism of the pack, but is a testament to its amazing durability and comfort after the intense abuse it suffered. Like letting go of some very well used, high-quality socks that have seen all the trail they can take, and well, just need to go away. “I lived out of one relatively small pack for a month on my honeymoon in Ecuador.” If your house was…
Ortlieb Handlebar-Pack Review
…verengineered 15-liter bag that will hold your tent (one-person), sleeping bag, and more. I tested the bag on some off-road fire roads and on a one-night camp-out, 60-mile mixed surface round trip. Who It Suits This handlebar bag is for those who are looking for an adventure-oriented, bomb-proof, waterproof bag. One that is reliable in its construction, with premium technical materials, and gives the user freedom to be creative with organization….
Outlier Ultrahigh Dufflepack :: Drive By
…on make it ill-suited for the great outdoors. Likewise, while it’s a great bag for travelling, long-term travellers and people who have trouble zipping up their bulging luggage will struggle with the Dufflepack. “While the Dufflepack is a strong and durable bag, its access points and suspension make it ill-suited for the great outdoors.” If you’re someone looking to carry a laptop on your back, the Dufflepack isn’t your bag. And let’s get the elep…
Osprey Radial Backpack Review
…to it. Let’s dig into some specific aspects that they’ve nailed with this bag: Flexibility How do you make a bag that can meet the ever-changing day-to-day needs of someone who can’t just “toss things in the back of the car” when their needs change at a moment’s notice? One day a commuter may need to bring their standard load. The next day they may need an extra change of clothes, a set of gym gear, rain clothes, or extra layers for warmth. That…
Road Tests :: Bagaboo Workhorse
…al and two drop pockets either side. The reason I say “great for a working bag” is that bag couriers need to be quick, and the less places there are for a package/binder/brief/envelope to get caught on the main compartment the better. The liner is a good colour also to help make any items in there stand out (pet hate: black interiors). Beyond the daily rounds, this bag got up to a little adventure in my time using it, in which I traveled to Far No…
Best New Gear: October 2019
…r is a featherweight and functional jacket perfect for the outdoors or one bag travel. It’s got five pockets for storing your phone, wallet, gloves, and more. Plus it’s kinda magic and self-healing thanks to its HiloTech Self-Healing Material which uses the friction and heat produced by kneading your fingers on the material to repair small punctures in seconds. PHOENX Sustainable Luggage Another Kickstarter luggage brand trying to disrupt the mark…
Road Tests :: Mission Workshop VX Sanction Rucksack
…s. It is possible to carry one large item (for example I put my SLR camera bag in the bag), but good luck putting anything in the front compartments if you do so. Not suited to Athletes or Active People Do not use this as a gym bag or to carry big bulky gear. This bag is not ideal to carry your tennis racket or soccer ball. It simply won’t work. It’s a flat rectangular design with little room for expansion. Really this applies to anyone who has la…
Best Sling Bag – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…__________________________________________________ Trakke Banana Crossbody Bag The updated Banana Crossbody Bag serves up Trakke’s distinct modern-heritage styling in an ergonomic, practical bag for carrying essentials around town or on your travels. Handmade with dry-finish waxed canvas and weatherproof zips, it’s built to last through years of adventures while keeping gear safe and sound from the elements. The Banana Crossbody Bag features a wid…
Arcido Oxna Backpack Review
…htful security features meld to produce a pack that is a joy to use in one-bag travel. Additionally, those with a lot of gear in their EDC and gym-goers looking for a sophisticated, professional, and comfortable bag should give it a look. As a basic gear hauler, it may be overkill – but damn, you’ll look and feel good. Plus, you’ll have a purpose-built piece for short travel and getaways. Who It Doesn’t Those who tend to pack a lot or require…
Filson Small Rugged Twill Duffle Bag Review
…veryone’s budget. Specifications · Name: Small Rugged Twill Duffle Bag · Brand: Filson · Format: Duffel bag · Height x Width x Length: 10″ H x 11″ W x 18″ L · Capacity: 33 liters · Weight: 2 lbs 9 oz · Hardware / Materials: Brass, canvas, and leather · Price: $495 The Good At 33L, the Filson Small Rugged Twill Duffle feels like the Goldilocks size for this type of bag. Its compact pro…
Road Tests :: Chrome Welded Rucksack
…o needs to carry items with much dimension. This would not make a good gym bag or equipment bag. It’s also not for anyone who wants some luxury or comfort in their bags. I would not want to carry this bag on a long hike or even all day exploring Manhattan in the summer. This bag would not make a great office bag. Conclusion The Rucksack has solid construction, with metal hardware in numerous places. It sports sonic welded seams, a waterproof exter…
NOMATIC and Peter McKinnon Team Up for V2 of their Photography Collection
…ir cube pack, this is a versatile piece of kit that fits into the original travel bag. However, it also functions magnificently on its own. I must confess, I am not a huge user of slings for my camera gear. On the whole, I tend to like having something more functional. And I often find that while slings are compact and easy to move with, from a shooting point of view they can leave a lot to be desired. Well, ignore everything I just said, because…
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Metro Pack Review
…with packing the 30L of the Metro Pack is really the Achilles Heel of the bag. 30L of anything is a lot to carry in a bag that weighs 8.6 oz. Hyperlite says that the Metro Pack can carry up to 20 lbs. In my experience carrying much of anything other than a jacket starts to degrade the experience of using the Metro Pack because there’s simply no padding on the shoulder straps, or suspension on the back of the bag. Verdict So after a few months of…
Remote Equipment Bravo 18 Review
…ote Equipment’s new Bravo 18 bag. Although if we’re being honest, the word bag in the previous sentence should really be denoted as “bag.” Because the Bravo 18 felt spiritually connected to the SDR Traveller D3, in that it morphed and changed as you needed it to. If I could describe this bag in one word, it would be either adaptable or simple. It’s a weird bag, but in the best possible way. Who It Suits The commuter who doesn’t overpack, runs erra…
Pakt Travel Backpack Review
…it simply handles it and keeps a pretty low profile, unlike a traditional travel bag (like an Osprey) – on-body, it has the silhouette and feel of your typical EDC pack. But the true genius is in the design and details. I think this is where I fell in love with the Pakt Travel Backpack. It’s just so damn functional. The flexibility to adjust to what you need and how you want to carry it cannot be overlooked. Combine that with the fact that the ba…
Best Everyday Bag Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…&Ciel’s trademark fashion-tilted functionality in a tough, water-resistant bag that can take you from work commutes to travel day trips and back again. Made with MemoryTech fabric for sleek style and lightweight protection from the elements, the pack includes a waist belt and sternum strap for comfort and stability, with dedicated space for a laptop and handy quick-access pockets. _________________________________________________________ rofmia Sh…
Outlier Paper Nylon Tote: Drive By
…own. If anything, the AustriAlpin buckles are the only noisy part of this bag. I mean, look at this bag. It’s the coolest tote I’ve ever seen. Two AustriAlpin slide buckles adorn this bag. They’re very sharp, hefty-looking chunks of metal that go well with the bag. I imagine there are some bag aficionados jumping around somewhere knowing that Outlier and AustriAlpin have crossed paths. The buckles are very quick and easy to adjust, though probabl…
Drive By :: Kelty PK 50 backpack
…o store your rain coat. The way they are designed — to hug the rest of the bag’s contents — is the best whole bag compression system I’ve used to date. Most bags have a couple of side compression straps which leave a bit to be desired. The highlight of the pack is the 15L front flap that’s designed to carry your clothes and a few small items. By making it detachable it’s very convenient to bring your clothes with you into the tent or to leave it b…
Drive By :: Côte&Ciel Bowler Bag (Giveaway)
…out to dinner and want to use it as a handbag. However, it’s not a fashion bag; it’s still a work bag. So if you’re just trying to dress up for the night, this bag probably carries a bit too much. But in terms of a versatile work bag, it’s great. Who it doesn’t suit The bag doesn’t suit highly active people who want to ride hard on a bike really fast. You can ride a bike with it if you’re reasonably upright but it doesn’t have stabilizing straps l…
NYA-EVO FJORD 60-C Review
…an everyday camera bag, it’s best to look elsewhere. Even compressed this bag is a lot of bag to carry around for just the everyday or day trip photographer. If all you need to carry is one camera, a few lenses, and a tripod, I would find something a little smaller. The Good The overall build of this bag is amazing. Everything is very sturdy and as I experienced, you can put this bag through the wringer and it will hold up. This bag has some grea…
Pakt Anywhere Travel Bag Collection Review
…campaign, showcasing their newest lineup of travel gear: the Pakt Anywhere Travel Bag Collection. With bags ranging from 5L to 120L, and with a lot of ways to carry and combine them, this new collection lets you customize your setup to fit your travel needs. With the pandemic, the way we travel has changed. The team at Pakt took that into consideration as they built their new collection that stays versatile regardless of what your travel looks li…
Top 5: Best Active Messenger Bags 2020
…Peak Design and without a doubt, they continue to make exceedingly clever bags in the daily carry, photography, and travel spaces. So it should come as no surprise that the Everyday Messenger V2 is just brimming with delightful features. As an update to their Everyday line, the V2 is still designed around the same basic premise of being a daily carry / photo-focused bag and in that, it excels. From the first time you open the bag with their very…