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GORUCK X Carryology | From GR1 To Guerrilla X
…n any color, just as long as it’s black.” Napkin Sketches and Budweisers In 2021, Jason and I are still friends, and that conversation and those emails sent back and forth was just the beginning for GORUCK. In the years that followed, GORUCK would become one of the greatest carry brands on the planet. And some of those early sketches would help shape what we now know as the icon of all rucksacks, the original GR1. When I visited Jason and his tea…
Carry Awards Top 5 | Best Waterproof Bags
…While water-resistant bags will be sufficient for most carry needs, sometimes you simply can’t afford for gear to get wet. And this is where our Best Waterproof Bag finalists shine. These bags can take a drenching and then some, while remaining burly enough to embrace outdoor adventures at every turn. From super-rugged duffels to multifunctional packs, discover the top 5 best waterproof bags in 2021 and vote for your ultimate winner below… …
Best Everyday Bag Champion | Carry Awards IX
…or all your day-to-day needs? Challenge accepted with our Best Everyday Bag 2021, which offers a refined, multifunctional design for work, play, and beyond… 1st Place EVERGOODS CPL24 V2 & CPL28 V2 Our Best Everyday Bag award is our most competitive category. It’s a bag that needs to perform across multiple uses and environments, keeping up with changing day-to-day needs. It just so happens that the folks at EVERGOODS are crossover carry experts an…
Best EDC Flashlights in 2023
…s setting of 100 lumens, with a 45-hour runtime on the lowest setting of one lumen. This article was originally published on 20 July 2021 and updated on 6 February 2023….
Best Mountain Bike Accessories 2022, Tested
…Telos TR2 by Sea to Summit. When we first saw this tent at Outdoor Retailer 2021 we were incredibly impressed. Super lightweight, roomy, and easy to put up and take down. This is what we were looking for in an everyday tent, for backpacking, or otherwise. Now, you may ask why you need a lightweight tent for camping out at the trailhead. For me, I almost always prefer a tent I can backpack with, as the trailhead very often requires some travel to g…
ORBITGear R101 ADV-VX Review
…rrying around this backpack which feels like having armor on your back. The 2021 models are compatible with an accessory removable waist belt. But I’ve never found a real reason to attach this except for trying it for the sake of this review. I tend to wear my packs pretty high on my shoulders, meaning the waist belt would fasten on my stomach. But I believe that for shorter people (note: I’m 175cm tall) it could be a useful addition. Alternatives…
Prometheus Design Werx Stratus Down Hoodie Review
…the backcountry and mountains, when I was testing packs for the Carryology 2021 Awards… and not one or two but all ten of them to be exact (yes, ten!). Consider these ten packs – all sizes and weights between 18L and 55L, so I can tell a thing or two about the Stratus’s durability too now. So far it’s held up great, without any issue regarding fabric or stitching. Not a single hole or tear, except for some dirt here and there and some light marks…
EVERGOODS CIVIC Access Pouch 2L: Quick Look
…A great pouch can declutter your backpack and speed up your work flow. And EVERGOODS CIVIC Access Pouch 2L (CAP2L) is one great pouch. Let’s dive in… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4USjm7ZDmU0 Enjoyed this article? Why not check out these too: The Best Tech Pouches and Organizers to EDC 2021 Peak Design Tech Pouch Review How To Stay Organized: Pouches and Packing Cubes…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Champion | Carry Awards IX
One bag for work, travel, and play? Our Best Work Shoulder Bag 2021 boldly steps up to meet the challenge… 1st Place Mission Workshop Drift Tote Mission Workshop have a reputation for bomber builds and slick urban styling. Bring these together in a highly versatile tote design and you’ve got one heck of a workhorse. The Drift Tote’s magic is its ability to be many different things to many different people. Work bag for the daily commute? Sure thi…
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