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Exclusive Release | Glow Rhino x Carryology
…avel marker… so we decided “Cairn” would be the official name. A marker to guide you in the dark. CLEAN, BULLET-LIKE AND BUILT FOR GRIP We ran through several variations of this design, going back and forth on the form to make it perfect. We wanted the design to work as a zipper puller and/or a key fob. It also had to look clean and bullet-like. And most importantly, it had to have just enough texture so you can grab onto it with gloves without it…
Glow Rhino x Carryology | Carry Illumination
…avel marker… so we decided “Cairn” would be the official name. A marker to guide you in the dark. CLEAN, BULLET-LIKE AND BUILT FOR GRIP We ran through several variations of this design, going back and forth on the form to make it perfect. We wanted the design to work as a zipper puller and/or a key fob. It also had to look clean and bullet-like. And most importantly, it had to have just enough texture so you can grab onto it with gloves without it…
Arc’teryx ReBird | Repairs in the Heart of NYC
…ly is the “ReBird” and why open a ReBird Service Center? Our friendly tour guide and ReBird expert, Adam Grossman, explains the true purpose and motivation of this new retail experiment. But first, ReBird. The ReBird program has already been in effect for some time now and it’s integrated into the warranty/repair aspect of Arc’teryx. The brand has one of the best gear warranties out there and the gear is built to a standard which is unrivaled. But…
The Best Beach Bags and Accessories in 2021
…and accessories. Being Carryology, we focus heavily on beach bags in this guide, but with some accessories thrown in to heighten your outdoor experience. While many of these goods excelled on the sandy shores, they’ll also hold you in good stead into the autumn months and beyond! The question is, how did we choose these beach bags and accessories? As always – rather straightforward criteria! Portable – We’re in the business of carry, and we find…
Bellroy Transit Backpack Review
…us, there are also small notes filled with well-thought-out offerings that guide you through the bag before you even pack it. Through these small gestures, you are experiencing Bellroy’s mantra – they want to use this bag to have adventures – both new and old! I’ve been using this bag for around five months now, and I’ll be using it for many more to come. It’s come with me for long weekends away, bachelor parties, and overnight trips. From urban…
Best EDC Flashlights in 2023
…quality, let’s take a look at some EDC flashlights that we recommend. This guide was last updated February 2023 Nitecore NU25 UL I often reach for a headlamp even when working around the house or out in the driveway, when I need both hands free and illumination always directed at my subject. They say the best tool is the one you have on you, and I’ve been guilty of not packing a headlamp on outings because I am worried about the weight. With the N…
New Dads | How to Nail Your ‘Dad Bag’
…bag, and work bag, just to name a few. Wrapping Up There you have it, five awesome packs that would make an excellent dad bag. Of course, this article isn’t an exhaustive list. Yet it serves as a quick way to survey five excellent packs that deserve attention. At the very least, this guide can help you hone in on what you’d personally want in a dad bag to carry around your kid’s stuff, as well as for other activities. Plus, once they’ve grown u…
ORBITGear R231 Bag: Quick Look
…Got your eye on ORBITGear’s R231 Messenger Bag? Take a quick look at the details to see if it’s right for your needs… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzfttXdmjAA Liked this article? You might enjoy these too: Minaal Daily Bag Review The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best Messenger and Shoulder Bags…
Mystery Ranch Terraframe 50 Review
…igher-end packs in the Ranch range that are more load specific such as the Guide Light Frames. Design Looks Not high on the list of hunter priorities but its two-tone pattern breaks up your shape if you are unlucky enough to have the prey behind you. Construction Robust is probably the best way to describe it, much the same as the other Mystery Ranch packs that I’ve unsuccessfully tried to destroy. They are built fit for purpose, even if that mean…
Best Notebooks and Notebook Covers for EDC and Travel
…tebook is made in the USA and has 48 lined pages, with a handy note-taking guide to help keep your notebook in order. Field Notes Pitch Black Memo Book – 3-Pack (US$12.95) Field Notes serves up understated style with their classic Pitch Black Memo Book. This version features 48 pages with dot-graph paper, though it’s available with ruled paper too. The covers are a Field Notes-exclusive black/kraft duplex paper created in collaboration with Michig…
Fuller Foundry Duffel Review
…re looking for general duffel inspiration or durable adventure pieces, our guide on the best duffels and our roundup of rugged adventure duffels are good places to start. Verdict For the price, size and quality of materials, this bag is a steal at $329. The design is smart and optimized for whatever you are doing. The various carry options ensure you can grab and go without any issues. The 45L means you have plenty of space for whatever it is you’…
Maker Series :: Rivendell Mountain Works
…firm edge for drawing lines. The thicker leather can be used as a cutting guide; for prolonged use nothing is better than masonite (tempered) templates but it is difficult to cut accurately unless you happen to have access to a CNC router. “Have simple and easy-to-make marking tools.” Walk us through your creative process… I start with two questions: Is the type of product poorly represented in the market? Can I make the product significantly bet…
6 Stylish and Premium Duffel Bags for Weekend Getaways
…eless style. If you enjoyed this, you might like these too: 8 Rugged and Durable Duffel Bags Built Tough for Adventure The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best Duffel Bags…
Remote Equipment Charlie 25 Review
…ird, you see a sewn in loop splitting the passthrough which can serve as a guide for the water line or a different bladder loop holder. Or a clip for your workout / climbing shoes or whatever you so desire. Each panel contains a daisy chain and accompanying trek loops for your various hiking adventures. For even more organization, the aforementioned Org Kits also come into play. These two pouches are made to be organizational hubs for first aid,…
Best Sustainable Backpacks for EDC
…phisticated pack. Enjoyed this article? Why not check out these too: Green Guide: Your Sustainable Fashion Glossary This Biodegradable Luggage Might Be the Future of Hardcases A heads up: we’re supported by our readers. So when you buy through links from Carryology.com, we may earn a small commission, at no cost to you. This helps support us, and allows us to keep investing in our testing, reviews and editorials. We are also a participant in the A…
Top 5: Best Specialist 2020
…els approachable and easy to use. It’s the small details like the survival guide printed on the bandana that help make this pack a product that’s accessible to everyone. STRENGTHS Clean and clear design Killer access All-in-one survival solution Mystery Ranch Tower 47 The Tower 47 is a new crag pack from Mystery Ranch that’s part of the brand’s first wave of climbing-focused gear. For a flagship range into a new category, Mystery Ranch couldn’t ha…
Best Cloth Face Masks, Tested 2021
…gear roundups, buying guides, and even full feature pieces like this mask guide that we curated at the beginning of the pandemic. But the below are the best cloth face masks we tested, all grouped together, so you can make an informed decision if you’re still looking to find that perfect mask. What to look for when choosing the best cloth face masks – safest, reusable, most comfortable, and breathable. When looking for a new mask, it can be over…
Greater Goods Might Be Our New Favorite Upcycling Brand
…at extent do the materials you are working with affect, limit or otherwise guide your designs? The materials and garments really dictate the final design. It links back to when I focused on woodwork and how each salvaged piece of wood will come with its limitations. However, these limitations were limiting in the best way possible. It created these barriers that I had to work within, an unwritten design brief. Each product I make is totally unique…
Bellroy Weekender Plus Review
…s a travel laundry bag. Small notes filled with well-thought-out offerings guide you through the bag before you even use it. Through these small gestures, you are conversing with the bag. Honestly, it’s an experience that I imagine is traditionally reserved for bags four or five times the price. Now that you’re questioning if I’m having an affair with this bag, let me tell you why I think it is the one weekender to rule them all. The materials fee…
Black Mile Mile One Travel Bag Review
…t in. Thankfully, the bag came with detailed instructions in the included “Guide to Packing Light” binder which is full of helpful packing instructions and serves as the bag’s manual. The first 200 Kickstarter backers will receive this and the rest will be able to check out the content as a PDF. The straps don’t offer much in terms of a range of adjustability or quick adjustments either as you need to undo the carabiner to increase the length of…
Awesome Gifts from Artisan and Maker Brands
…gifts that will stand out, you’ll find them in our artisan and maker gift guide… Bexar Goods Co. Gorilla Keeper (US$32) Carry your keys and other keychain essentials in undisputed style with the Gorilla Keeper. Crafted in Texas, this sturdy keychain blends great looks with a burly build for years of trusty use. It features a spring-loaded clip, quality USA-sourced leather, and solid copper rivets. RUKI-KRYKI Classic Wallet With Suede Effect (arou…
The Best Winter Clothes and Accessories for Men in 2021
…the savior! Both the Fjällräven G1000 Pocket Sweater and Filson Crew Neck Guide Sweater have been workhorses for me and kept me on task without fear of damaged goods. Fjällräven’s lightweight pocket sweater is easy to slip on, with merino wool that is knit in a smooth-to-the-touch weave. This is complemented by a chest pocket, reinforced elbow patches, and a corozo button closure all made from their resilient G-1000 eco fabric. I found this went…
Our Favorite Japanese Bags Right Now
…ou’re curious about how to get your hands on Japanese carry, check out our guide to buying from Japan. Enjoy! hobo Quilted Polyester Tote Bag Small (~US$95) hobo’s signature blend of utility and urban style is well displayed in their Quilted Polyester Tote Bag. Ideal for stashing in a larger backpack, luggage, or when you simply need to carry smaller loads, it’s made from polyester ripstop. Plus it packs down small inside its own pocket for space-…
The Best Men’s Travel Pants for One-Bag Travelers
…industry darlings and favorites. So, I won’t say this is a definitive best guide, but just a starting point where you might launch your apparel research for your next adventure. What makes for a great pair of travel pants? Versatility. The focus is to have these pants be your sole or secondary pair of pants on a trip. To me, that means it should be able to hit the trails for a morning hike but also look passable at a nice dinner in the evenings. W…
The Basics of Building an Awesome First Aid Kit
…ner in the back panel of my pack) and still have room for a field medicine guide, Mylar blanket, small candle, headlamp, and writing tools. As a bonus, when it isn’t serving me as a first aid kit, it works amazingly well as a navigation kit for my handheld, topo, compass, headlamp, flashlight, and other administrative tools that I may need in the backcountry. List of items Protection: Trauma or nitrile gloves: for your and the patient’s protection…
Carry Giveaway :: Wainwright x Millican Pack
…as passed his love of the fells onto a worldwide audience with his popular guidebooks. He documented 214 fells (known as the Wainwrights) in his seven-volume A Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells. “Bagging” Wainwrights is a popular challenge amongst fellwalkers, with some even managing to complete all 214. The Prize To honor Wainwright in suitable fashion, Lake District-based Millican have partnered with diverse makers from across the UK to crea…
BEXAR Goods shop visit :: San Antonio, TX
…ack to San Antonio from Colorado from his previous gig as a mountaineering guide, to get serious about BEXAR Goods. Now he mans the 1950’s industrial-grade sewing machine for the creation of the products as lead designer and lead craftsman, shoots all the videos for the BGC, and fills out his role with taking on graphic design and web design. They all pull their own weight, as a synergistic force they design the products and oversee the creative a…
Specialist Carry :: Freeskier (Olympic Special)
…s you live by? I think that “Transformational management” is a good way to guide people. Make them understand that the thing you ask them to do will benefit them in the future. Either for the short term goal, or the harder one, the long term goal. How many freeskiing athletes did you take to Sochi? One girl, four boys/men for slopestyle and one guy for halfpipe. The maximum a country is allowed to bring is four of each gender and the quota is earn…
What Makes a Genius Pack?
…ent and highly beneficial to the end user. Are there any key insights that guide your stuff? What do you know that most others haven’t realized? Everyone who travels knows there are areas of improvement to the entire experience. We dissected and focused into making the gear that will help eliminate the common nuisances present with the current products on the market, so what drove us to establish the brand and what drives us today is this huge opp…
Specialist Carry: Ice Climber
…comes to the public and ice climbing? That it has to be miserable. When I guide people ice climbing they stay warm, have a lot of fun and get to experience a unique world in a reasonably safe and comfortable environment. When you’re trekking up the mountains in search of perfect ice what gear do you lug and why? The list always depends on the climb and conditions. Just like travelling there is no one perfect list, but a collection of ideas and…