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GORUCK x Carryology | Kaidan V2.0
…ield panels… meant for patches. For a travel collection, we wanted subdued designs for these morale panels. But, what would they be? First, I personally whipped up some design concepts; a ramen bowl and some airplanes. Meh, this wasn’t it. Let’s hire some professionals. Back to the inspiration, the thing that guides the process. In this case, Kaidan. Now, the artist? Who better to create the artwork than a comic book artist? There are two differen…
The Brown Buffalo Conceal Backpack V3 26L Review
…Conceal Backpack V3. This latest version of an already celebrated bag was designed to be the perfect urban everyday carry backpack and the fact that it took first place in the Best Everyday Bag category in the 2019 Carry Awards indicates they may have done just that. Who It Suits The Conceal Backpack V3 26L (which for the purposes of brevity I refer to as the “CB” going forward) is a fantastic urban EDC backpack that is a great choice for anyone…
GORUCK x Carryology | The Lore of Kaidan
…ield panels… meant for patches. For a travel collection, we wanted subdued designs for these morale panels. But, what would they be? First, I personally whipped up some design concepts; a ramen bowl and some airplanes. Meh, this wasn’t it. Let’s hire some professionals. Back to the inspiration, the thing that guides the process. In this case, Kaidan. Now, the artist? Who better to create the artwork than a comic book artist? There are two differen…
Top 6 | Best Everyday Backpack
…ugh Bright red-lined interior for contrast Organization master Really well-designed bottle pockets Remote Equipment Charlie 25 Who It Suits: The user who is primarily focused on outdoor adventuring and the features for active pursuits… but also likes to carry some tech! Remote Equipment might not have decades of years behind their brand, but owner/founder Philip does. And he infuses his experience into all of the designs they create; Alpha 31, Bra…
Christmas Gift Guide 2022 | EDC Specialist
…uch 2L. A clamshell opening for the CAP1 and a wide-opening, self-standing design for the CAP2 makes accessing your daily bits and pieces a breeze. You’ll find a choice of useful pockets across both designs, along with inbuilt 3D patterning volume for ease of storage. And with their tough builds, there’s no reason these pouches can’t withstand travel duty too. Fisher Astronaut Space Pen (US$79) The Fisher Space Pen is an EDC icon in its own right…
The Best Laptop Backpacks for Professionals
…gives peace of mind on the durability front. Understated and refined, the Troubadour Fabric + Leather Ziptop Rucksack doesn’t need to shout to make a statement. Arc’teryx Nomin 2.0 (US$ 800) The updated Arc’teryx Nomin is undeniably pricey, but equally undeniable is the technical expertise in its design and construction. The pack offers an excellent balance of light weight and durability, in a super clean design that blends easily into a variety…
Best Work Messenger Finalists
…expressive. Living up to its name, this bag is simple to use, efficient in design and versatile enough to adapt to a range of carry needs. _________________________________________________________ Building Block Weekday We were a bit late in finding Building Block, but we’ve been loving the process of discovery. Combining a fashion feel with a minimalist, almost architectural approach, they’re building stunningly simple leather carry goods that ar…
Week In Review ~ 8 February
…in all these environments. Taking design inspiration from SUVs, the SUB is designed to handle a variety of carry needs and situations. It can alternate between duffle and backpack mode, with water-resistant construction and separate sections for EDC items, shoes and a laptop. If you’re keen to hook one for yourself, stay in the loop with availability updates from Keep Pursuing. Camera carry in a daypack disguise Having your camera on hand means yo…
Week In Review ~ 16 February
…nails army bags on which it is based. Shift your approach to camera carry It’s handy to think of MindShift Gear’s rotation180° Panorama as a smaller and lighter version of the rotation180° Professional (currently a finalist in our Specialist Carry Awards category). The backpack has a total volume of 22 liters (compared to big brother’s 29.63 liters) and is a good alternative if you’re digging the design of the rotation180° Professional but want a…
The Carry Awards :: Best Work Messenger 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. Modern Industry Faraday If we had a Rookie award, Modern Industry would have tak…
Carry Awards VII: Best Travel Luggage Finalists
…Travel is a multifaceted beast. From city streets and urban hotels, to rugged mountain camps and round-the-world adventures. And with such variation, you need check-in travel luggage tailored to the job at hand. But wherever you’re headed, there are definitely common criteria you should look for in luggage….
Best Active Messenger Results :: Carry Awards IV
…It’s not often we get such a clear winner, but with the Peak Design Everyday Messenger this was unanimous. From the reader votes to the panel, the Everyday Messenger innovates in impressive and compelling ways, whether you’re carrying camera gear or general EDC….
The Carry Awards :: Best Check-In Luggage
…e The North Face’s Base Camp duffel has been one of the most copied duffel designs of the last generation, we’re hoping the ‘Erawan’ becomes that for the future generation. This simplified, more carryable layout stays up above your bum, freeing you to actually haul it the way the shoulder straps promise you can. The hidden gear loops, the shoe section, and the tubbed base all add extra bits of neat to the design. The ‘Erawan’ genuinely feels like…
The Carry Awards – Best Check In
…crowds and concrete without supporting the load vertically. However their design has generally been plagued by small wheels and weight issues. The Salsa Air reduces lining and hardware weight, while leaving the polycarbonate shell strong enough to resist most knocks. So you get a 3-odd kilogram case that can haul gear without creating excess luggage fees. Styling looks, ‘just enough’ design, and some really well considered details (like the inset…
Carry Awards VII: Best Accessory Finalists
Accessories may sometimes come across as sidekicks to larger EDC or travel pieces. But they’re often the little superheroes behind the scenes. Successfully tackling organization challenges. Protecting your gear from the elements. Making your travels easier in myriad ways. And much more. Our Best Accessory finalists cater to a variety of needs, all doing a top-notch job in their own right. But which one shines just that little bit brighter? Cast y…
Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Active 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. Aarn Liquid Agility New Zealand based Aarn have been quietly creating revolution…
Best Active Messenger Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…Built tough to go the distance – be it on foot or by bike – these messengers are ready for action. Versatile in form and function, our Best Active Messenger finalists are designed for comfort on the move and quick, easy access to your gear. Outdoor hikes, the daily commute, globetrotting and more…these bags are always up for the journey. Log your vote at the bottom of the page!…
Best Active Backpack Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…When the going gets tough, these packs don’t quit. Built for demanding use, our Best Active Backpack Finalists are designed to be durable, versatile and comfortable. From outdoor adventuring, to weekend getaways and the daily commute, these reliable haulers don’t care how far the journey is, just as long as you’re on one. Log your vote at the bottom of the page!…
The Carry Awards – Best Work Messenger
Best Work Messenger – Bedouin Barbary “Luxe yet hardcore. Trad yet innovative. The Barbary somehow has it all” Bedouin somehow manage both a luxury feel and a hardcore vibe. They get traditional fabrics to feel fresh and innovative. They get that whole British thing of looking interesting and quirky in a way that you really want to get to know. And the Barbary is a prime example of this Bedouin charisma. A classic messenger format is created with…
The Carry Awards – Best Work Backpack
Best Work Backpack – Mission Workshop Arkiv Field Pack “A supremely flexible system that doesn’t intimidate or confuse – Mission Workshop innovate yet again” A category that ran a very close race, in the end it was the Mission Workshop Field pack that just pipped the Goruck GR1 for Best Work Backpack. While both are awesomely versatile bags, the MW Field Pack system just offers an extra level of customisability for your work tech. The Arkiv syste…
Best Work Backpack Results :: Carry Awards IV
…The votes have been counted, samples played with, and our team of specialists locked in and released from heated debate, for us to arise with one winner. The very best work backpack of the last year is……
Best Active Backpack Results :: Carry Awards IV
…Weight is almost never an advantage in an active backpack. But to get durability and features in your pack design, a weight compromise is somewhat inevitable. Hyperlite Mountain Gear is one of the pioneering brands trying to break this paradigm…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – Carry Awards
…essenger in the way you want, and to look the way you’d like. It’s a solid design, made even better through its customizability. — Chrome Citizen Elements LTD The Chrome Citizen Elements LTD has taken the classic format and added fabric interest for a fresh look. For a classic format messenger, it’s hard to go past the proportions and details of the Citizen. — Acronym 3A-5TSR Acronym work closely with Bagjack, so this is almost a collaborative ent…
Best Active Messenger Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…A great active messenger is readily accessible when you need it, low-key and securely out of the way when you don’t, and built to endure in fair and rough conditions alike. But when push comes to shove, one of our Best Active Messenger Finalists will surge to the top, standing tall with its carefully honed form and function. Who will you choose?…
Best EDC Results :: Carry Awards IV
…Some multi-tools are designed to cover almost any DIY or emergency situation, which is great but often means compromises in bulk and weight. But not everybody wants or needs such a tool, which is where the Gerber Shard comes in….
Best Work Shoulder Bag Finalists – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…A good work shoulder bag or briefcase doesn’t make you choose between form and function. And the pieces below certainly don’t. Smart aesthetics, useful organization, quality builds and a little adaptability for good measure make these solid candidates for work environments. But which one will receive the ultimate promotion to Best Work Shoulder Bag? Choose your top pick in this second (and final) round of voting….
Best Travel Clothing – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…. 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. Patagonia Micro Puff® Back in the day you may have had to haul around a heavy j…
Best EDC – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…de 6061 aluminum feels durable as all heck, whilst a clean and streamlined design allows for use with both left and right hands. Beautiful in its minimalism, the Elko will be there when you need it and won’t weigh you down when you don’t. We applaud you, James Brand! ________________________________________________________ Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a…
Brand of the Year – The Sixth Annual Carry Awards
…Recognizing a champion in the industry for more than the standard of their releases, this award goes to the brands pushing beyond product and profit – the brands who genuinely engage, educate and inspire. …