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Best Accessory Finalists : Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…Small but mighty, our Best Accessory Finalists work in conjunction with other carry items to help you get the most out of a specific setup. From work and travel, to gym trips, leisurely days out and general day-to-day, these pieces fulfil a range of carry needs with style and versatility….
Best Accessory Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…day-to-day or travel carry needs are met with minimal fuss. Our Best Accessory finalists successfully fulfil a range of needs with well-considered designs, but which one offers a particularly dialed-in performance?…
Best EDC Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…Best EDC is an exceptionally broad award category, spanning wallets, multitools, flashlights and beyond. However, one thing is common amongst our finalists. They all help you achieve daily tasks through designs that are functional, easy to carry, and keep bulk and weight to a minimum. But which one shines just a little brighter than the rest, with a fit-for-purpose design that merits everyday carry?…
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 Travel Clothing Champion | Carry Awards X
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And we’re sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Western Rise Evolution Chino Western Rise have proven time and again that they…
Best Check-In Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
Check-in luggage can (literally) make or break your journey. Our Best Check-In finalists however are solid travel companions you can rely on to get your gear where it needs to go. From adventure duffles that will boldly venture into the unknown, to elegantly understated spinners that look suave when you need to suit up, these check-in pieces are on the last leg of the awards journey but it’s up to you which one reaches the winner’s podium first….
Best Work Backpack Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…It begins, our Sixth Annual Carry Awards enters the final stages. To kick things off, we’re opening with the ‘new look’ Best Work Backpack. Trained eyes will spot a shift to a more heightened ‘formality’. Finer materials and craftsmanship now in stronger numbers as the trend of executives ditching the briefcase continues, and more premium brands knuckle down on crafting the backpack with not only daily functionality, but a luxury touch. …
Best New Gear: July 2020
…ou’re quick! Minaal 3.0 Series Minaal puts it best here, “After 5 years of design, re-design, and relentless testing, the Minaal 3.0 series is done cooking.” The new series contains the Carry-on 3.0 Bag and the Daily 3.0 Bag, both available in a 600D Picton™ fabric, made from recycled yarn, is even tougher and attracts less hair and fluff. You’ve got the choice between the handsome Vancouver Grey or the classic Aoraki Black. Can’t decide between t…
The Tenth Annual Carry Awards | 1st Round Voting
…Our Tenth Annual Carry Awards are here! A celebration of the industry’s finest, across 14 categories. Shining a spotlight on exceptional pieces that are stellar representatives of their respective categories….
Best Travel Clothing Champion | Carry Awards IX
…. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not to be overlooked. And we’re sure they’ll be back, to take it one notch higher, next year. Alchemy Equipment AEM272 Tech Stretch Jean Jeans aren’t traditionally that comf…
The Ninth Annual Carry Awards | 1st Round Voting
Our Ninth Annual Carry Awards are here! The time where we all gather together to celebrate the best the industry has to offer, across 14 categories. Giving truly great gear the accolades it deserves. Of course, when it comes to highlighting that gear, you guys, our awesome readers are always on point. Endorsing pieces from big names and smaller players alike. So we’re looking to your knowledge and expertise again this year to shine a spotlight on…
The Eighth Annual Carry Awards: 1st Round Voting
…Our Eighth Annual Carry Awards are here! The time where we all gather together to celebrate the best the industry has to offer, across 14 catagories. Giving truly great gear the accolades it merits….
Hall of Fame | Carry Awards VII
…n backpacks and bring his ideas to life. So he placed an ad for a backpack designer, fortuitously answered by Wookey Design Studio. They understood Jason’s requirements for military-grade quality and efficient functionality. And following a number of iterations, a workable prototype was created. A prototype that would go on to be carried by thousands, and when paired with the GORUCK Challenge, would propel GORUCK into more than a brand but a movem…
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…
Best Work Messenger Finalists :: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
Best Work Messenger Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards Practical with pleasing aesthetics. Ease of access and versatile carrying options. A dialed work messenger, or shoulder bag or brief (because they fall into this category too) are things of beauty…and not easy to achieve. But our ten finalists hit that sweet spot of work-friendly functionality with a generous splash of style. And because all business and no play is boring, these contender…
Staff Picks: The Bags On Our Wish Lists
…close to exciting me about a bag as the Access Pack has. Bo Ismono Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 I’m currently interested in the TAD Axiom 24. I would love to check out how far I would be able to take it in terms of customizing it with all the panels, pouches and mods. I’d maybe even go so far as to see how many modules you could fit into it. Nolan Isozaki Arc’teryx Voltair 30 It would probably be the Arc’teryx Voltair 30! I’m planning on pushing…
Best New Gear: January 2019
…bility in mind, these are adaptable additions to your carry quiver. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Scout Special Edition A project released through TAD’s Foundry, this special edition of the FAST Pack Scout is crafted with Dimension-Polyant X50. A combination of 500D Cordura nylon bonded to X-Pac ripstop polyester, the Multicam Tropic fabric provides solid protection from the elements and hard-wearing abrasion resistance. The 15L pack weighs in at…
Best New Gear: October 2018
…pp kit, card holder, totes and crossbody bags, all made in the USA. Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack Love TAD’s Axiom 18 but need more space? Well, they’ve been paying attention to customer feedback and deliver a dialed-in solution with the Axiom 24 Pack. Designed as a low-profile pack that will replace the Axiom X25, the bag is well suited to one-to-three day trips. Made with a weatherproof VX-21 ripstop shell, the pack offers a clamshell main c…
10-Year Anniversary Giveaway!
…it up as a rolltop or flap-down pack depending on your preferences. Triple Aught Design FAST Pack Litespeed TAD’s FAST Pack Litespeed is all about maximizing versatility while staying agile with your gear in tow. Customizable for a diverse range of loads, the pack blends a bomber build with multiple organization options, wide-opening access, and a comfy suspension system for day-long outdoor adventures or simply roaming in the city. EVERGOODS CPL2…
Best New Gear: April 2020
…Protecting your hands is important when you’re out amongst it. But Triple Aught Design have taken gloves to a new level! Teaming up with Patrol Incident Gear (PIG) on Foundry project these gloves are honed for rugged adventures, first responder needs, and military personnel alike. The PIG Full Dexterity Tactical (FDT) Delta+ Glove TAD Edition features PIG’s new Delta+ glove design upgraded with a single layer leather palm for robust use. The glov…
Our Favorite X-Pac Backpacks Right Now
…organization and Velcro linings to tailor gear to your daily setup. Triple Aught Design Axiom 24 Pack (US$360) A Carry Award and community favorite in its many iterations, the TAD Axiom is a pack of supreme 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 silhoue…
ITW Nexus / AustriAlpin GhillieTex Cobra Buckle
…tary-spec plastic hardware on the market (you’ll see their stuff on Triple Aught Design, Mystery Ranch, etc), they kept hearing requests from their customers for a cheaper Cobra buckle. Among other desired improvements on this nearly flawless hardware bit, ITW has some of the most cutting edge manufacturing, polymer product design and development expertise in the world. They just needed to lean a bit on AustriAlphin’s existing load bearing hardwar…
What’s In My Bug-Out Bag: 2020 Update
…r. Other options are the Arc’teryx LEAF series, Mystery Ranch 3DAP, Triple Aught Design Fast Pack EDC, GORUCK GR3, Hill People Gear UTE, and the Granite Gear Leopard; there are a ton of options out there. Some considerations that were highlighted are strong zips, comfortable yet robust shoulder straps, external latch points, water resistance, and capacity. There’s also something to be said about having a sturdy duffel at the ready that you can qu…
Minimalist Travel Packing List: One Bag, 16+ Days
…Core Merino Tee Outlier Ultrafine T-Shirt Western Rise AT Slim Pant Triple Aught Design Intercept PD Pant DUER All-Weather Denim Outlier Slim Dungarees ExOfficio Give-N-Go Boxer Brief Western Rise Merino Cashmere Beanie Bellroy Apex Passport Cover Apple iPad Pro 11″ ARTICLES TO READ: Waterproof vs Water Resistant, explained 23 Reasons Why You Should Try ‘One Bag’ Travel The Best Clothes for a Men’s Capsule Wardrobe for Travel BAGS IN BACKGROUND: P…
Black Friday Deals 2021, Updated Daily
…ff outlet gear during their sale using the code TWENTY at checkout. Triple Aught Design Fans of TAD can now score up to 50% off select products during their Black Friday sale. Mission Workshop Keen for a MW deal? They’ve got you covered with 20% off your order plus 20% off a future order and a free bag of Bicycle Coffee while supplies last. Use the code THX21 at checkout. UrbanCred UrbanCred are offering up to 50% off plus 20% sitewide using UCVIP…
TAD Azimuth Backpack V2 Review
…e on absolutely every trip I’ve been on in the past five years; the Triple Aught Design Azimuth Backpack. That’s not an exaggeration. From all corners of the United States and Canada, to the Italian Dolomites and the shores of Northern Spain. The original Azimuth Backpack, released in 2017, has been a staple carry for me due to its equally excellent packability and utility. However, it was unavailable for many years after its initial release, leav…
Week In Review ~ 8 November
…AD takes the FAST Pack EDC to the next level The FAST Pack EDC from Triple Aught Design is a pack well-loved for its rugged versatility – but it’s set to garner a lot more appreciation thanks to a complete redesign based on extensive customer feedback. The new version features a number of updates such as improved suspension so it rides higher on your back, improved comfort with redesigned shoulder straps and load lifters, and spacer mesh that boos…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Travel Accessory
…erves as a base station but also charges up the TAU when parked Prometheus Design Werx ATP Pouches Who It Suits If you’re an adventurer at heart who loves to stay organised, these pouches are for you. Made from recycled materials, fully waterproof, and available in three sizes, these pouches can step up your organisation game while keeping all your goodies safe! The Lowdown Prometheus Design Werx are all about getting you outside. They are focuse…
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Travel Accessory
…s its intended purpose with ease of carry? Choose your top contender below……
Carry Awards X Top 5 | Best Active Backpack
Top 5 | Best Active Backpack Active backpacks – without any doubt, my favorite Carry Award category. To compete here, each pack must be a champ on many levels: comfort, durability, used technologies, organization (inside and outside), and more. In this category, you’ll find cross-functional packs and very specialized sport-specific packs featuring cutting-edge technologies of the backpacking world. Each of these packs is different, but each is un…