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Hall of Fame – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…own for some outdoor action…it’s cool with either. Although it’s had a few design updates along the way, it’s remained essentially the same beast throughout its history spanning over three decades. And that, coupled with its never-waning popularity, really says something about its timeless, functional design. Proud owners keep coming back to it, again and again, because it simply works and doesn’t give up. Much respect, The North Face. This is a p…
The Sixth Annual Carry Awards: Have Your Say!
…The Sixth Annual Carry Awards have arrived! We’re set to honor the world’s best carry, raising it on a podium of recognition for pushing the boundaries in innovation, taking functionality to the next level, and offering up styling that makes us take a second look (and a third…). And we’re looking to you, our knowledgeable readers, to help us single out the best of the best over 2017/2018….
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Work Backpack Results
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads in the upmost respect and kudos. If this were a dias, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And I’m sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Teranishi Venture The Venture backpack is beautifully understated and versatile…
Hall of Fame | Carry Awards VIII
Our Eighth Annual Carry Awards welcomes the world’s most iconic school bag into the Hall of Fame… JanSport SuperBreak The mythology of the Superbreak begins with a bookstore in the University of Washington, and a small mountaineering brand called JanSport selling their ‘Ski and Hike’ backpack at the sports store across the way. On a wet rainy day, the owner of the bookstore called a young Skip Yowell, JanSport’s founder, as students spilled out o…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Packable Bag
Our Best Packable Bag category is a new addition to our Carry Awards this year. High-fiving everyday and travel-friendly pieces that are perfect for stashing in luggage or a vehicle or carrying about town, this category is all about lightweight bags that pack away compactly until you need them. Our top 5 finalists vary in design and intended use settings but they all celebrate carefully considered compact carry, whether you’re heading up a mounta…
Brand of the Year | Carry Awards X
…and in-house waterproof and air pressure testing – they continue to fully design, engineer, and prototype every product in-house, from scratch – persistently breaking new ground in doing so. From their Speed Stash HDPE stiffener bars to their Beast Series spring steel bar stock hoop frame and ‘segmentation’ architecture displayed in the SEG42, they’re always pushing the needle, for better, more useful design. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuUx…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Check-In Results
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads in the upmost respect and kudos. If this were a dias, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And I’m sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle With its pared-back profile that significantly reduces…
Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
Best Travel Clothing is a new Carry Awards category, but it makes sense to include it. After all, the more versatile a piece of travel clothing is, the less you need to pack. And keeping carry weight down is one of the key ways to get the most out of ‘one bag’ traveling. Hauling less means greater freedom to go further and experience more. Our category finalists below all offer travel-friendly features such as water and stain resistance, moisture…
Best New Gear | February 2023
…ant, and has an elongated shaped hem for untucked applications. WaterField Designs Limited Edition Collection While WaterField Designs has a core line of products, they also like to get playful and experimental. And this is where their Limited Editon collection comes in. It’s a space for the brand to experiment with current styles, try new things, or bring back beloved styles for limited production runs. The collection includes various categories…
Peak Design Field Pouch V2 | First Look and Giveaway
…award in 2016. And while we love it, it’s great to see them evolving their designs for the better. The Peak Design Field Pouch V2 takes great design cues from their impressive bags, and improves the internal organization, making the pouch more versatile and useful in my short time with it. The included strap makes this a backup sling. And while not how I chose to carry the pouch, it is a worthwhile addition. Once you add in the minimal impact this…
Hall of Fame Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…There’s a lot of sameness and similarity in the carry world, and to push beyond it takes time and perseverance. But the effort is worth it when true innovation is created. Our Hall of Fame this year is reserved for the game-changers who broke the mould and declared “Let’s do it differently” – and our finalists are all worthy of lasting recognition for changing carry for the better. Log your vote at the bottom of the page!…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Work Backpack
…What separates an average work backpack from a great one? A carefully honed combination of form and function. They need the aesthetic touch for the formal world of ‘work’, set alongside access and organization for the gear they need to carry. Add in comfortable carry, protection from inclement weather, and a little versatility for play or travel needs, and you’re onto something pretty special….
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Work Backpack
…aterials – Comfortable harness – Chic style Db Freya Backpack Who It Suits Designed with women in mind, the Freya backpack is a stylish, reliable, and comfortable backpack for those who mix work and play. Lightweight, robust, and adventure ready, this bag will take you anywhere. The Lowdown Db Journey are all about adventure. Every single one of their products are aimed at travel and how to do it better. From the roll up snowboard/ski carriers, to…
Hall of Fame Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…With our Hall of Fame Finalists we salute the supporting cast. The materials, hardware, components and construction techniques that facilitated new possibilities in the carry world. Each of our finalists displays innovation in their respective fields, with designs and developments that have significantly increased carry functionality and versatility….
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Everyday Accessory
…ay. But which one really nails its intended purpose with ease of carry? Choose your top contender below……
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Sling
…asily portable form. Many also offer flexible carry options: sling them across your chest, back, or around your hips; keeping gear easily accessible when you need it and out of the way when you don’t. Of course, like any carry category, sling bags come in a wide range of designs aimed at an equally diverse set of use cases. And you’ll see that reflected in our top 5 finalists for Best Sling. From shredding trails to sleek efficiency on city street…
Best EDC Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…From illumination to DIY and key carry, our Best EDC Finalists excel at fulfiling a variety of day-to-day tasks while remaining easily portable. Designed for everyday use, these pieces add great functionality to your carry setup without weighing you down….
Best Travel Accessory Champion | Carry Awards X
…e sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Prometheus Design Werx ATP Pouches Need trusty waterproof organization for small adventure essentials? PDW has your back with their ATP pouches. Available in three sizes, the waterproof pouches are made with tough 600D recycled RPET. Each pouch features PDW’s MCA (MOLLE Compatible Array) which can be used with PDW’s HAL1 straps or your own attachment setup. The two smaller pouches hav…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Active Backpack
…eliable protection from the elements, whether you’re hitting the water or caught in downpours during hikes or active commutes. Perhaps their goal is to provide maximized comfort and load stability over day-long trips in the backcountry or multi-day treks. Or maybe they excel as cycling companions. Whatever it may be, these packs remain comfortable and carry your essentials with aplomb as you move. Our Best Active Backpack finalists are the very be…
Carry Awards VIII: Best Camera Bag
Camera equipment is some of the most challenging gear to carry. Often heavy but fragile, it requires a camera bag to provide protection from shocks and the elements, supreme access to your kit when you need it most, and comfortable carry in the field for long stretches. Our Best Camera Bag finalists put the focus on ticking all these requirements. But which finalist really sets an example, going above and beyond to elevate the category? Pick your…
Carry Awards VII: Best Specialist Finalists
…When you need to fulfil a specific carry need, sometimes only a specialist will suffice. And that’s what our Best Specialist finalists are designed to do. All primarily hone in on nailing one specific carry requirement, such as helping protect you in an avalanche or battling forest fires or keeping fragile gear safe against impacts. Each finalist excels in its own right. But which one deserves the category crown? Choose your top pick below….
Best EDC Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…EDC – or everyday carry – are the items we carry on a daily basis. Sometimes they’re purely functional; other times we may be drawn by form. But our EDC Finalists find a balance between both, fusing practical design features with intriguing aesthetics that makes them true contenders….
Carry Awards VII: Best EDC Finalists
…For many carry enthusiasts, EDC holds a particular charm. After all, it’s the gear that keeps you prepared. And our Best EDC finalists span a broad spectrum, from flashlights to pens, multi-tools and more. All committed to serving your EDC needs in compact forms. But which one is most worthy of your daily carry, perfectly nailing that balance of aesthetics and functionality? You decide….
Best Specialist Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…25 is an excellent example of Arc’teryx’s ability to nail fit-for-purpose design. The completely waterproof pack forms part of Arc’teryx’s LEAF (Law Enforcement and Armed Forces) line, and is intended for Maritime Special Operations use. Honed to serve as a waterproof assault pack, the DryPack 25 features an oral inflation valve for neutral buoyancy underwater or positive buoyancy on the surface to suit the user’s needs. The pack allows for custo…
Carry Awards Final Nominations
…Hey guys, Below is the final list of bags, etc we’ve rounded up for the Carry Awards. Can you go thru and vote on who think deserves to be finalist for each category. Need top 5 for each category except Hall Of Fame. Pick your single winner there. Any questions, hit me up. Oh and don’t share this link it’s private for you guys only….
The Carry Awards
…hile all of this enjoying is going on, we’re tallying up the votes for the Carry Awards. Seeing that Santa’s elves are out of work, we’ve got them counting all the votes you guys put in. The elves have told us they think the count will be done in the first week of the New Year, so hold tight until then. Or don’t. By that we mean go enjoy the holidays, enjoy eating, enjoy the sun, have some fun and just relax. If you really want to know who won may…
Best Work Messenger – Second Annual Carry Awards
For us, a work messenger should look great in an office environment, help you organise some tech and personals, and then be at least OK on a bike commute to the office. Work messengers gets tricky, as lots of the best stuff costs a bomb (if you want to look sharp around expensive suits and board rooms, 500D polyester often doesn’t cut it). If you are dropping a bomb on a work bag, it’s really easy to look like a sucker and buy something a bit cra…
The Carry Awards :: Best Work Backpack
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honour, we bow our heads in the upmost respect and kudos. If this were a dias, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And I’m sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Modern Industry Drive Rolltop We were slightly surprised by the number of votes…
Best Work Messenger Finalists – Carry Awards
Our second Carry Awards shortlist is for Work Messengers. These are the single shoulder solutions for hauling your office life about. They generally take either a traditional satchel or briefcase format and add comfort, or take a bike messenger format and add pockets for your tech. Either way, they should look styling and restrained. Once again, we’re opening this shortlist up to voting, so if your previous nomination didn’t make the cut, you hav…
Best Work Shoulder Bag – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…the boardroom, airport lounge and during the daily commute. The Suffren is designed for minimalist carry setups, and keeps those essentials well organized with space for a 13″ laptop, documents, work tools and EDC items. This is a beautiful piece, incredibly well crafted, and thoughtfully tailored for elegant carrying. Bravo, Ateliers Auguste! ________________________________________________________ Highly Commended These are the pieces that just…