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The EVERGOODS CPL24 offers a considered balance of urban-friendly style and functionality for active or more laid-back use, whether you’re cycling to work or strolling to the local coffee shop. But its versatile design lets it smoothly transition into travel or outdoor environments too. The clamshell-style main compartment allows for convenient access and packing, while […]
Elegant, practical and adaptable, the Bellroy Shift Backpack embraces changing needs and environments with ease. Designed to shift between multiple settings, the pack works equally well during a bike commute, office meeting, gym trip or outdoor trail adventure. The backpack is made with durable, eye-catching and water-resistant Venture-weave polyester. The unique slide hook closure provides […]
The Sanction is a compact, weatherproof rucksack for carrying daily or weekend essentials. Built in the USA and backed by a lifetime guarantee, the pack provides a choice of organization pockets and space for a 15″ laptop. This is a super awesome pack for both on and off the bike.
GORUCK bring their signature toughness to hydration here. Sized to hold a 3L hydration bladder in a separate compartment next to your back, the Bullet Ruck offers a streamlined fit. Put everything else in the main compartment and go. It doubles as a small daypack too, but you’ll have to leave your laptop behind.
Glaswegians are a feisty but friendly lot – much like the Wee Lug Mk2 from Glasgow-based Trakke. This 17-liter messenger is built tough with hard-wearing waxed cotton canvas and a rugged AustriAlpin Cobra buckle. It’s ready for action on the bike, at work or exploring new environments during your downtime, while the eye-catching aesthetics will […]
Need to haul a serious load? Then you need a bag that doesn’t mess around – and the Mule is that bag. A four-point suspension system, ambidextrous shoulder strap and removable stabilizer strap keep the bag steady when you’re on the go. With a 32-liter volume and a mix of pockets to stash smaller EDC […]
Baby brother to the Shed and Rummy messengers from Mission Workshop – but you know what they say about dynamite and small packages. The 21-liter Monty packs a lot of punch, with rock solid construction and high resistance to the elements. There’s no shortage of handy features in this messenger, from quick-access and internal pockets […]
Meet the chief load hauler in Mission Workshop’s series of Classic rolltop messenger bags. With its 35-liter volume, the Shed is a great option when you need to carry that little bit (or a lot) extra. Constructed to keep your gear safe from the elements, the Shed can be used either as a roll-top or […]
Constructed with 1000D Cordura, AustriAlpin Cobra buckles and an 18 oz. vinyl truck tarp, you can rest assured that this badass bag is built to last. The Vicious will leave you – and onlookers – in no doubt that it means business. If you love keeping your gear organized, just lift the flap and have […]
You want a messenger that’s built tough, with an edge to it that states in no uncertain terms it’s not your run-of-the-mill bag. Meet the Recon from Defy. Available in M35 military truck tarp or waxed canvas, the Recon is a solid operator, with top-quality AustriAlpin buckles and a mix of interior and exterior pockets […]
Chrome’s iconic Citizen messenger is a familiar face in the bike world and likely to stay that way for years to come. Weatherproof construction and a host of nifty features make this a trusty sidekick for the work commute and enjoying your downtime. Reflective detailing helps keep you safe on the road, while the stabilizer […]
Loved by cyclists – and for that matter, pretty much anyone who appreciates a thoughtfully-designed and well-constructed bag – the Rummy is a great choice if you’re after a versatile and reliable messenger. Excellent protection against the elements gives you piece of mind when the rain threatens, while its 27 liters lets you comfortably pack […]
The Digital Super Pro combines all the benefits of a great bike messenger bag with considered details for the digital age. Internally there’s a padded section for your laptop, while the pouch on the shoulder strap is a handy quick-access place for stashing your phone. External side and front pockets, a stabilizer strap, reflective detailing […]
If you’re looking for a versatile, functional bag you can’t go wrong with Timbuk2’s Classic Messenger which is…well, a classic. Organization is sorted with exterior front zippered pockets and interior mesh and slip pockets, while the waterproof TPU lining and flap corners that fold inwards for weatherproofing means your gear will stay dry even if […]
The Arrowjack straddles the line of sleek street style and office-friendly design. Carefully made by hand with a hard-wearing Cordura construction, the bag handles the daily grind with ease. It fits a 17-inch laptop with an expandable interior volume if you need more space. Exterior and internal pockets ensure your small items don’t do a […]
Technical but understated, the NXL messenger is a bag that caters to the active and office crowd alike. This top of the range messenger comes in a choice of fabric options and is pimped with rad Fidlock magnetic buckles. A range of nifty features are built into the freestanding form, from detachable interior pockets and […]
What’s that you say? You don’t need to carry the kitchen sink, just a few essentials for your day-to-day dealings? Well then, step right up and meet the Zero. This compact messenger will hold your laptop, office tools, a jacket or that late night shop at the corner store just fine. A choice of pockets […]
This pack is for the cyclists’s cyclist.The Edge 30 is built with bomber materials from the ground up with cycling commuters in mind.
A sleek and stylish rolltop ideal for the urban biker, the Pickwick from Brooks is designed to provide an aesthetically and functionally outstanding pack. 24L of water resistant storage space is contained in this beautiful rolltop, crafted in Italy. Hidden in the back of the bag, two secret compartments allow a discreet valuables storage option, […]
A heritage bag that suits cyclists and fashionistas alike – does such a creature exist? Well, yes, actually. The sleek and stylish Dalston Knapsack’s waxed canvas finish is waterproof to standard and looks exquisite on daytrips through the city. The 12L capacity includes three interior pockets, a 13” laptop compartment and two exterior pockets. A […]
For $165, we file this one in the “Great Deal” category. This 16-liter pack is lightweight, supremely organized and is fitted with an innovative CE certified back protection system designed to pad the user from spinal impacts. This is great for snow play and mountain biking and has a build quality that’ll keep this colorful […]
A good smaller alternative to the Infinity 43L Rolltop backpack, whilst maintaining that cool edge. This is street fashion meets function with a great build. A T-Aero Cushioning System keeps your back comfy and cool and its rolltop locks out the elements. There’s enough pockets for small items but not too many to over clutter. […]
GORUCK bring their signature toughness to hydration here. Sized to hold a 3L hydration bladder in a separate compartment next to your back, the Bullet Ruck offers a streamlined fit. Put everything else in the main compartment and go. It doubles as a small daypack too, but you’ll have to leave your laptop behind.
There’s customization and then there’s the Arkiv Field Pack. This pack offers a range of weatherproof accessories that can be attached or removed to alter the pack to your specific needs at any one time. These include a folio organizer, a laptop case, a tool pocket, a utility/cell pocket, a vertical rolltop pocket and a […]
For most of us, we’d get a little bored wearing the same clothes everyday. Yet when it comes to carry, we’ll often sport the same bag or wallet for years. Ethnotek lets you change it up simply and quickly. But more than that, it provides a great canvas to showcase fair trade textiles, so you […]
With a flair of streamlined functionality, Cilo Gear has developed the Commuter II, a remodelling of their previous backpack’s design. The new result features a 30-L capacity between the main compartment and two side-mounted mesh pockets, useful for storing detachable gear and quick-access items. This backpack features reflective lining that helps you stick out on […]
We’ve been shouting ‘Bedouin!’ from the rooftops for a while now. And for good reason: they blend beautiful materials and elite craftsmanship and throw in symbols of surrealism, orientalism, fantastical geometry and momento mori into their lining for good measure. And the Delireis is a fine example. Constructed from waterproof 14 ounce silk wax waxed […]
The first bag out of the gate from the “new” Timbuk2, the Especial Tres is beefy, stands up to tough weather – made for the demanding bike messenger/commuter.
Designed in collaboration with San Francisco’s Mission Cycling Club, the Raider Pack frees you to get in a pre-work ride without weighing you down. A lightweight rip-stop fabric encloses the pack, which is large enough to fit: a dedicated shoe section, toiletries pack and separate shirt section with backing board to stop your clothes creasing […]
Designed to go anywhere in all conditions the ACRE Supply Hydration 14L is completely waterproof but doesn’t forget your hydration needs. It’s compatible with hydration reservoirs up to 3 liters. A heavy-duty Nylon mesh tool roll also augments this pack’s versatility. Sturdy and comfortable with the ability to adjust to many different body types while […]
Designed to go anywhere in all conditions the ACRE Supply Hydration 10L is completely waterproof but doesn’t forget your hydration needs. It’s compatible with hydration reservoirs up to 3 liters. A heavy-duty Nylon mesh tool roll also augments this pack’s versatility. Sturdy and comfortable with the ability to adjust to many different body types while […]
The little bro of The Vandal, The Rambler is a littler bag with a lot to offer. You see, the pack can expand to double its size, so there’s plenty of space for additional storage if required. It not only looks the biz but has quality structure and a good waist strap (removable) and is […]
One of the smaller offerings from the Mission Workshop stable but still with all the looks and killer build. Made with a 1000 denier VX Cordura ripstop shell backed with a PET waterproof membrane, this 20L gem will keep the weather out, whilst keeping your gear snug. Designed for the bike, this pack can double […]
If you loved The Sanction like so many of us do, but wanted something bigger without the rolltop function, The Fitzroy is your go to pack. Depending on how much you intend to carry it may be a little big for some – it’s got over the double the literage that the Sanction has but […]
It looks great in most environments and will keep your contents dry. The Arkiv Field packs come in lots of configurations, to which you can add lots of modules, giving you LOTS of options. Our favorite though is the R6, letting you add side pockets and a flat front pocket. Beware though, the modules soon […]
This is a really innovative pack made for urban environments and two-wheeled adventure. There are loads of original ideas in it, that get jaded old bag fiends like ourselves frothing. And dang this can grow! The pack has massive expansion abilities and can double its size. The build quality is high, looking as good in […]
This pack took home our Best Work Backpack award two years back, and for good reason – it’s crazy versatile and customizable. The Field Pack is part of a modular backpack approach utilising Mission Workshop’s proprietary Arkiv attachment system. In simpler words, you can bolt on all sorts of sleeves and pockets to a few […]
T-Level are like a Korean Mission Workshop, making bags inspired by life on a bike. The Challenger is one of their more featured packs, so you get volume, pockets and a generously ventilated harness. But like most messenger bags, the pack is more about a cavernous main volume than separated spaces and sophisticated sections. It’s […]
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