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The Best Clothes for a Men’s Travel Capsule Wardrobe
…X Duckworth Woolly Liked this article? You might like these too: How & What to Put in your Minimalist Travel Capsule Wardrobe The Best Men’s Travel Shirts and Jackets for One-Bag Travelers The Best Travel Shoes for Every Type of Traveler Right Now 9 Amazing Travel Pants for Long Flights and Beyond…
2 Years with the Arc’teryx Veilance Nomin 1.0
…bottom of the bag—once you unclip the snap and flip the pocket out of the bag, access is fast and organized. The bag’s touch-points are perfect. The webbing for the handles is silky smooth, and everything feels incredibly solid. Having the option to carry it by a side handle is really nice. Turns out there are still boardrooms where it’s not okay to wear a backpack. One big surprise for me is how the bag is up for anything. Being bombproof, low p…
Packing 101: How to Pack for a Backpacking Trip
…cro. If you’re going to be out for a long time, I’d take a trash compactor bag as a bag liner. If you’re only out for a few days and the weather looks clear, you’ll probably be fine. Trash compactor bags only weigh a few grams and are worth the weight to reward ratio. Obviously, it gives me a waterproof liner for critical items like my sleeping bag, but it also gives me another item to sit on, collect trash, wash clothes, gather water, etc. The pr…
The Jungle Line | A Lightweight Adventure Through the Malay Peninsula
…ile reducing as much friction as possible. So I have this hypothetical one-bag travel setup. I often say you should be able to travel and sustain yourself with only a 20-liter pack. Bear in mind I live in the warmth of the tropics and good food can be found everywhere, and resupply is never too far away. The Mystery Ranch Coulee 20, as the name implies, is a 20-liter lightweight travel pack that became available in 2023. Weighing only 1.2kg, it fe…
12 Streetwear Sling Bags Perfect for EDC
…nt craftsmanship and everyday functionality with their Counter Shade Waist Bag. The nylon bag can be worn as a sling or around the waist and keeps your gear neat and tidy with three front pockets in addition to the main compartment. Liked this article? You might enjoy these too: A Beginner’s Guide to EDC Sling Bags The Best Sling Bags for Everyday Carry 2018T Blend In: Our Favorite Backpack Camo Patterns 8 Best Small Japanese Brands You Should Kno…
DECKED x Uncharted Supply Co. D-Bag Emergency Kit Review
…raps, so you can carry this bag as a backpack if needed. So What Is the D-Bag? The D-Bag is a weather-resistant, military-grade, hybrid hard/soft bag. This means that the top and bottom of the bag are thermoformed EVA foam. The foam is heated and shaped to create the sturdy shape needed to protect your gear. The foam is coated in ballistic nylon so it can take a beating and survive. The soft sides of the D-Bag are TPU-coated nylon, which was desi…
BOND Travel Gear Travel Wallet
…hat wallet is likely to spend a lot of time relegated to the recesses of a travel bag or drawer until that next trip comes calling. Wouldn’t it be better if you could get more out of that travel wallet? An organizer you could turn to not just for your trips, but everyday use too? Well, you can with the BOND Travel Gear Travel Wallet. All-in-one for adventure and about town The BOND Travel Gear Travel Wallet is a great travel companion, ensuring yo…
Bedouin Foundry Delireis SE Review
…and it performs in multiple disguises time and again. It’s nice to have a travel bag that, well, doesn’t look like a travel bag. Sure, it doesn’t have every bell and whistle from the carry world, but it doesn’t need them. I wouldn’t say I’m a minimalist yet, but I can bring the Delireis to perform the job of three other bags! Sometimes, you just want to rely on a bag to do a job, and to do it well. I’m enamoured with the Delireis SE’s can-do atti…
Our Team’s Favorite Bags Under $100
…sit nicely just inside lightweight. The result is an unpack-at-destination bag that works as a daily explorer, travel companion, emergency car pack and is totally essential during those occasional scenarios. Fjällräven Räven 20 | Brandon Vulaj Choosing an affordable backpack shouldn’t have to come with compromise, and Fjällräven doesn’t compromise on anything. From their hard-use outdoor gear to their ever-classic Kånken, Fjällräven does everythin…
Best New Gear: March 2019
…oring small items. WP Standard Leon Duffle Bag Can’t get enough of leather travel bags? They don’t come much better-looking than the WP Standard Leon Duffle Bag. Made with full-grain vegetable-tanned leather, this suave piece can’t help but catch the eye. It comes with an ID tag and adjustable shoulder strap and is designed to accommodate carry-on use. FROG. PRO x ADEFT BLACKOUT P/01 Military meets techwear with this tough, versatile bag that stas…
Best New Gear: January 2021
…in the USA through 3D-printing followed by sanding and finishing by hand. Travel WANDRD Tech Pouches & Toiletry Bags WANDRD is on a roll lately, coming hot off their camera strap release. This time, the team from Utah are dropping tech pouches and toiletry bags, reinforcing quality goods to help you with your daily carry, weekend trips, and extended stays. WANDRD also designed a Carry Strap that attaches to both the Tech Pouch and Toiletry Bag, a…
The Best Snowboarding Gear, Tested 2021
…skis too!), it works just as well on groomers. The Best Snowboard Wheelie Bag – Burton Wheelie Locker Board Bag Beast. That would be the first word to describe this 600D and 1200D TPE reinforced wheelie bag. It is the Cadillac of snowboard bags that surprised me with how useful it is. After all, it’s just a wheelie bag, right? The name locker is so apt here because it actually fits all of your snowboarding gear. This bag has room for three decks,…
Drive By :: QWSTION Weekender
…ou have to arrange them differently in order for your pair to fit into the bag. If traveling for more than one or two days most of us like to take a spare pair of shoes; it’s a shame you cannot do it easily when loaded with a laptop. “Unfortunately there is no space for a bottle of water or any kind of food, something I would have appreciated.” Something else worth noting is that the material lacks rigidity. Personally I would have preferred a mor…
Drive By :: Lexdray Mont Blanc Pack
…rfect for the type of traveler who might otherwise use a large backpacking bag. The type of traveler who does not have a checked bag, but instead carries enough for 3-5 days inside their carry-on pack. This would also be great for someone exploring a city, but with a base to return to, such as a hotel or hostel. Who It Doesn’t Despite what Lexdray says, this bag is absolutely not for hiking or backpacking. At 4.5 pounds it is fairly heavy. As some…
The Mountainsmith x Chris Burkard :: Collab Talk
…reusable bags that I keep in my car, nothing special. What’s your go-to travel bag not for camera gear? I love bags that are versatile, anything that can serve multiple purposes and is easy to use is ideal. I recently got this bag from Eagle Creek that I love. It’s basically a backpack on wheels that acts as a carry-on for any additional gear. Makes it really nice for traveling through airports and similar situations. What single photography mo…
Best New Gear: February 2019
…rformance is your jam, then this line is hardgraft [ON DEMAND] 1st Edition Travel Bag Striking style. Premium Italian craftsmanship. And robust functionality. Leave it to hardgraft to deliver all three in a luxurious travel bag that will have you looking for any excuse to hit the road. The holdall is handcrafted with Italian vegetable-tanned leather and premium wool felt to create a piece that exudes elegance while turning heads. It opens wide for…
Best New Gear: October 2017
…he-go lifestyle. Chrome Industries Treadwell Travel Collection Looking for travel bags that combine tough functionality with low-key aesthetics for business or leisure use? Meet the Treadwell Travel Collection, constructed with a hard-wearing 1680D ballistic nylon to endure demanding travel use. The collection features the Juno Travel Tote, Vega Transit Brief, Hightower Transit Backpack and Kilo Dopp Kit. With multiple pockets to organize your tec…
Our Favorite Men’s Travel Clothing Right Now
…ure-wicking, temperature regulating and machine-washable, it’s a solid one-bag travel option that slips just as well into a larger travel wardrobe too. Olivers Convoy Tee (US$78) The Olivers Convoy Tee is an adaptable piece that can hit the city streets or the hiking trails as duty calls. Made from 18.5-micron 100% Merino wool, the t-shirt is odor resistant, water repellent and helps regulate your temperature. Served up in a relaxed, comfortable f…
Triple Aught Design Parallax Messenger Review :: Drive By
…’s Parallax Messenger is an exceptionally durable and tactically beautiful bag. It’s a great bag for carrying lots of gear with enough pocketing to easily hold even your smallest EDC. Add to this an understated style that looks sharp in any setting. There are a few gripes I had with how this bag carried, but to be fair they are mostly biking specific or when the bag is worn as a messenger. All in all, the Parallax Messenger is an exciting and vers…
Drive By :: Joshu+Vela Medium Boat Tote
…ign cues all over the Boat Tote. There’s definitely a nautical hint to the bag (not surprising given the bag’s name), which might be the source of the timelessness, but it’s not overt or intense. Joshu+Vela did a nice job piecing together a bag that will likely be en vogue for a long time coming. “Another thing I like about the Boat Tote is that the canvas is really sturdy – more than other canvas bags I’ve owned. It doesn’t become an awkward shap…
Trakke Wee Lug Cobra Review
…ighest safety for mountain climbers. But I am glad these made their way to bags. Is it overkill to put on a messenger bag? Most definitely. Is there cooler hardware you could use instead? Nope. Even Fidlock magnetic buckles (that are more convenient in day-to-day use thanks to magnets) bite the dust compared to Cobras. My Wee Lug came with a whopping four Cobra buckles – three 25mm versions (two on front buckles and one for securing the stabilizat…
Octovo Backpack Review:: Drive By
…difference in details and quality of materials between these and Octovo’s bag. A bag on par with the latter is another SF brand, Rickshaw with their Sutro Backpack ($129). It’s simple, elegant and a bit more on the technical side. Bonus points for being made in SF too. “Having been caught in multiple rainstorms and dealing with the daily grind for over a month, I can safely say that the construction and quality of the materials shine through.“ Ve…
Best New Gear: March 2018
…Multicam colorway, available across the GR1, GR2, Echo, Rucker 2.0 and Kit Bag. The bags are built with durable 1000D Cordura and are a solid choice if you want stealthy style that packs a practical punch. Away Carry-On With Pocket and Aluminum Edition Having quick access to essentials is key during your travels. And Away takes care of this with a new addition to their Carry-On, an integrated nylon front pocket that keeps your tech and travel esse…
Best Waterproof Backpacks
…erproof your backpack should be will depend on your needs. Water-resistant bags If a bag is water-resistant, it should handle a short and light shower or splash from a passing car just fine. Leave it in the rain or snow too long though and water will get in sooner or later. If you commute for instance by car, bus or train (or even a short bike ride), or can access shelter fairly quickly if a downpour threatens, a water-resistant bag will likely ge…
Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for the Traveler
…ndles both elements in a considered and versatile design. The weatherproof 30L bag is made with sealed seams, 30D Cordura ripstop nylon with a siliconized coating, and water-resistant zippers. It weighs just 5 oz (142 grams) and packs up into a compact form with an included rolltop storage bag. JOBY GorillaPod 3K Kit (US$54) Photos and videos are a great way to capture travel memories. But getting that ideal angle isn’t always easy. The JOBY Goril…
Topo Designs Travel Bag 40L: Video Review
…One bag to carry a week’s worth of vacation gear? The challenge was set for the Topo Designs Travel Bag 40L. But how did it fare? Find out in the review below… Looking for a smaller pack? Check out the 30L version here…
Drive By :: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Messenger Bag
…messenger bag and didn’t look to solve a problem (other than weight). The designs were very run-of-the-mill and the bag just never worked as I hoped it would. Others to Consider Timbuk2’s Classic Messenger started it all and is as good today as it’s always been. Better yet, you can customize one just to your liking. You can’t talk bike messenger bags and not mention Chrome. Their styling, details and approach really grasp what the urban messenger…
The 10 Best Durable ‘Buy it for Life’ Bag Brands
…rand offers a lifetime guarantee, they’re referring to the lifetime of the bag, not yours! That being said, some bags are just that tough to become heirloom pieces that will be enjoyed by multiple generations. So with that in mind, we’ve rounded up 10 ‘Buy it for Life’ bag brands that are well deserving of the title… GORUCK “I received the repaired GR1 exactly a week after GORUCK received it which was a very impressive turnaround. Hidden inside th…
Road Tests :: QWSTION Media Pack
…upright. During the month I had a gig in Sydney, so I decided to take the bag with me and travelled on a domestic flight from Melbourne to Sydney. As the current domestic cabin weight restrictions in Australia are so strict, I tried to pack as light as possible, given that I had to play a two-hour set. I packed the backpack with 27 records, my iPhone, keys and wallet and the bag weighed in at 10.5 kg. I was stressing out a little as Jetstar Airli…
Keeping Your Critical Gear Dry (Part 4)
…feway store brand, which is 2½ mils thick and currently costs $3.79 for 10 bags. Hefty brand bags are similar in size and weight. Trash compactor bags can sometimes be difficult to find in retail stores, however, so it may be necessary to purchase them online from sources such as Bell Parts or Gillroy’s. As an alternative, clear poly bags of almost any size can be ordered from suppliers such as Associated Bag, Universal Plastic, or Hillas Packagin…