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Inside Line Equipment Travel Pack Review
…after release Carryology shortlisted it as one of the best carry-on bags of 2020. I was excited to use this bag for nearly two months in both urban and rural environments as my gear hauler, travel companion and even a “carrier” for other bags I had to ship internationally. Allow me to walk you through my experience. SPECIFICATIONS Name: Travel Pack Brand: Inside Line Equipment Format: travel backpack Measurement: 12 x 8 x 21 inches (27.9 x 15.2 x…
Mobile By Peak Design: Bringing Stability to a Dynamic Tool
…y you want, without it feeling like half a solution. Mobile by Peak Design is on Kickstarter and runs to December 7, 2020….
Gerber Launch the US-Made Gerber Reserve
…As the global community continues to navigate a challenging situation, and 2020 has caused us to reflect on our priorities, Gerber has followed suit by going back to their roots and releasing a small boutique collection of USA-made knives known as Gerber Reserve. This exclusive collection is “built on the pillars of quality, affordability, and local ingenuity.” We were fortunate to get a sneak peek of these new tools. Gerber Reserve Terracraft Th…
Ancoats Bag Company The Tote Review
…that rare case. There is an ongoing inside joke in the carry community that 2020 is a year of the tote (2019 was a year of the sling) and it’s hard to argue with the versatility of this form factor. Less formal than a briefcase, more appropriate than a backpack in a workplace, and a very unisex and versatile carry solution that has been appearing in the product lines of many established brands and manufacturers. I had the pleasure of testing The T…
Black Ember’s Tech-Kit Sling Delivers a Big Hit in a Small Package
…2018 Carry Award’s “Best Everyday Bag” and now currently a finalist in the 2020 Carry Awards “Best Carry On”. It seems they’re not yet content with their current successful lineup… and have expanded yet again. But this time, their line expanding comes in the form of… compacting. Like the rest of their super modular products, the brand new TKS (Tech-Kit Sling) can do a lot while maintaining a subtle, simple, and clean exterior. The TKS starts out…
Green Guide: The Life Cycle of a Backpack
…subject of this story is a backpack produced exclusively for players at the 2020 Australian Open. Backpacks currently represent around 10% of all bags sold and this one’s fairly typical. It’s also a bag that I helped create, so it wasn’t hard getting a peek behind the curtain. What makes up a backpack? When trying to get your head around how a bag is made there are two issues that combine to create a headache. Firstly, most bags tend to be made…
Best Travel Clothing – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…down, so you can travel more freely. Our Best Travel Clothing finalists of 2020 offer all of these, but which piece is your ultimate travel companion? Pick your top contender below. DUER Weightless Denim Denim isn’t known for its breathability. But DUER wants to change that. The brand’s founders have expertise in jeans and performance fabric and have spent years developing innovative fabrics for fashionable yet functional clothing. Their L2X Weig…
Extended Forms: Let’s Build a Brand, Together
…ple buy a Tortuga when they plan a trip. Nobody was planning trips in March 2020. To save the business and the team, we were furloughed. When the news came, I frantically canceled every account and automatic payment, then searched for job ads. No one was hiring – go figure. I knew what I had to do: I needed to start my own brand. Again. And this time on my own. Well… kinda, because I’m going to bring you all along for the ride. We’re going to bu…
Deal Radar: The Best Memorial Day Sales
…onoring military personnel on Memorial Day, which this year falls on 25 May 2020. A salute to loved ones and hard-working, dedicated individuals. It’s also a chance to pick up deals across a range of gear as brands offer up big savings in the run-up to the day. The ideal time to get a gift for someone special as a “Hey, I think you’re pretty swell”. Or maybe even a little treat for yourself. So we’ve scouted out some of the best Memorial Day deals…
Moment Launch Impressive New Camera Sling
…d in adding the bag to your carry quiver, the Moment Rugged Camera Sling is available to pre-order now, with shipping expected around 1 to 5 June 2020. And starting at $89.99 USD, it’s one heck of a good deal!…
The Matador SEG42 is a Best in Class One Bag Travel Pack
…mal one bag pack that has built-in packing cubes and different carry options, you should check out the SEG42. It releases May 21, 2020 and is priced at $189.99….
Our Favorite X-Pac Backpacks Right Now
…build and organization. And their revamped Axiom 24 features 13 updates for 2020, improving access to gear and adaptability throughout the pack. The refined organization is complemented by a comfortable, well padded harness, and a sleek silhouette that looks covert and clean wherever you carry it. And Wander X-Pac 30L Backpack (US$360) Japanese brand And Wander’s X-Pac 30L Backpack blends outdoor inspiration with urban street style in a pack that’…
The Gravel Travel System Gives You a 3-in-1 Experience
…ystem may be just what you’re after. To find out more check out their Kickstarter campaign which runs until 23 April 2020….
Mission Workshop x Carryology | Exclusive Release
…ook a blueprint schematic of NASA’s Atlas V-541 rocket that went to Mars in 2020, then modified the drawing so it could be used as the suspension height adjustment marker. Then it was lasered onto the aluminum stays. A nice little detail hidden away for the user to enjoy. EXTERIOR EXPANSION These packs wouldn’t be complete without matching accessory pouches. Just like the packs developed for NASA, Mission Workshop added on their patented Arkiv At…