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The Most Popular Bags and Backpacks of 2018
…ide seamlessly between environments and changing carry needs. Aer Day Pack Aer have established themselves as a go-to brand for functional and stylish urban carry. Their Day Pack pairs practicality with minimalist aesthetics, so you get that clean style without cutting day-to-day usability. Winner of our Best Work Backpack award, the Day Pack demonstrates Aer’s commitment to honing their design expertise while staying true to their core values. Th…
Best Carry-On Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…most obvious partners at first. But dig down and it makes a lot of sense. Aer and nine hours both appreciate that urban travel often requires compact, thoughtfully designed carry that delivers a blend of style, access and adaptability. And so the Aer x nine hours Capsule Pack was born. Forming part of the brands’ Capsule Collection collaboration, the pack takes inspiration from nine hours’ philosophy of simplicity done well. The streamlined silho…
Best Carry-On Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
…organized on the go. And if it looks good while doing so, even better. The Aer Travel Pack scores on all these points, delivering a versatile piece that makes traveling smoother and more enjoyable. The clamshell-style opening provides ready access to gear throughout the main compartment, so you don’t have to undo your careful packing to reach that specific item burrowed in the bottom of the pack. The pack also features a separate ventilated shoe c…
Best New Gear: September 2018
…ably at home in both urban and outdoor settings. Aer x Oshman’s City Sling Aer’s distinctive urban style and functionality gets a Japanese twist with the release of the Aer x Oshman’s City Sling. The sling is available in gray water-resistant 900D eco-dyed polyester and black water-resistant 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon. Simple, sleek and designed for your small essentials, the bag features a front pocket, interior pockets and concealed rear pock…
Best Work Backpack Finalists :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…with all the pockets and zones that make work life easy. – Aer Duffel Pack Aer mix a gym and work bag to great effect. This SF Kickstarter startup have created a zoned form that genuinely handles work and play needs, without looking forced or out of place at either. It’s understated, sleek, and its first run sold out. Nice one, Aer! – Alchemy Equipment 30L Daypack Alchemy Equipment is the brainchild of the former creative director and co-owner of…
Best New Gear: September 2019
…l essentials easily accessible. Aer Travel Pack 2 Small If you’re a fan of Aer’s well-considered Travel Pack 2 but want something a little smaller, you’re in luck. With the Travel Pack 2 Small, Aer have shrunk the size but still pack in big brother’s great functionality. The pack offers 28L of space (compared to the 33L Travel Pack 2) and a more compact size, handy for travelers with smaller frames or if you simply want to carry less. The clamshel…
One-Bag Travel: What to Pack for Austria
…FC phone payments, which was great. Packing List Carry: Knack Pack Large Aer Day Sling 2 Arcido Aro Packable Daypack The large Knack Pack proved to be a stellar choice for my use case. Its light weight and size kept me from needing to check it in when Austrian Airlines’ draconian weight restrictions forced my wife to check in her Eagle Creek roller. Additionally, the expandable luggage compartment, along with its EDC features, fits everything in…
10-Year Anniversary Giveaway!
…k or play that will keep on performing years down the line. Aer Fit Pack 2 Aer’s original Fit Pack scored a slam dunk in 2016 as our Best Work Backpack. Then they went and made it even better with the Aer Fit Pack 2. An excellent option for maintaining the work/gym divide in your carry, this sleek pack provides separate storage for your work supplies and workout gear. All in a durable, water-resistant build that looks suitably smart in work settin…
15 Essential Gifts for the Traveler
…e providing suitable organization and comfort for roaming with essentials. Aer Travel Kit (US$45) Aer’s Travel Kit keeps toiletries easily organized and accessible thanks to a range of pockets and a hanging hook. The kit features a water-resistant lining for easy cleaning and a durable 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior. Everlane ReNew Traveler Tote (US$88) Everyday tote. Traveling day bag. Minimalist weekender. Everlane’s ReNew Traveler Tote…
How Carry Brands are Helping Combat the Coronavirus
…to the production, procurement and distribution of several types of masks. Aer Aer have stepped up to donate 100% of profits from online purchases made between April 1 and April 7 to Feeding America’s COVID-19 Response Fund. American Giant American Giant have stopped production of their own products to retool their North Carolina facilities and retrain staff to make HHS-certified medical masks. The masks will be distributed to frontline medical pe…
Best New Gear: April 2019
…he go. Aer Travel Duffel Minimalist style meets considered practicality in Aer’s new Travel Duffel. The clamshell design allows for simple packing and access to gear in the main compartment, while exterior quick-access storage keeps items such as a 15″ laptop, water bottle, tickets, passport, phone, and other smaller travel essentials at the ready. The duffel includes compression straps which can accommodate bulkier items such as an outer layer. A…
Arcido Oxna Backpack Review
…s the bag’s unique shape. Additionally, a toiletry kit (Sea to Summit), my Aer Day Sling II, and some of my diabetes supplies. The main compartment also comes with two cinch-down straps, which is a nice touch. Lastly, the Oxna’s domed lid allows you to pack a little extra as it’s zipped up. The tech compartment, too, is thoughtfully designed. The laptop sleeve, which can hold up to a 15-inch laptop, is elevated off the ground – this should be a re…
Best New Gear: March 2020
…ou conquer a diverse range of urban carry needs when the going gets tough. Aer Work Collection Aer are experts at nailing that careful balance of minimalist form and practical functionality. But they won’t let good things lie if they can make them even better. Case in point, their revamped Work Collection. The line integrates user feedback to make the bags even better carry companions for a variety of loads and environments. You’ll find updates su…
Best New Gear: February 2020
…a variety of carry environments and requirements throughout your travels. Aer x nine hours Capsule Collection What do a San Francisco-based carry brand and a Japanese capsule hotel have in common? The understanding that city travel requires a reliable, compact foundation done well. And that’s what Aer and nine hours have created with the Capsule Collection. Inspired by nine hours’ dedication to doing the simple basics right, the collection featur…
The Best Travel Backpacks, According to our Community
…o fit under the seat so no need to fight for overhead space”, Kevin Ankin. Aer Travel Pack Aer’s Travel Pack dishes up a great blend of clean style, hard-wearing durability, lay-flat access to the main compartment for fuss-free packing, as well as plenty of pockets for storing those smaller, easily misplaced essentials. And if you want to get in on the action, the updated Travel Pack 2 serves up even better functionality with improved shoulder str…
What’s In My Bag Collection: Geoff Chu
…et new bags and sell bags. At the moment I have 32 but with a few repeats. Aer Tech Pack Aer Fit Pack ALPAKA Shift Pack ARES Backpack Cotopaxi Luzon 18 (two of them) Craft Cadence (prototype) CYCOP DayPac (prototype) CYCOP DayPac (released version) Dakine Heli Pro II Deuter ACT Lite 50+10 DSPTCH Bookpack DSPTCH Daypack Duer Freedom 9 (prototype) Evecase EVERGOODS CPL24 EVERGOODS CTB40 Granite Gear Habanero 28 Kenneth Cole Reaction – Relatively E…
Best Sling Bag – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…e. VOTING CLOSED _________________________________________________________ Aer Day Sling 2 Aer are all about fusing urban minimalism and functionality. And the Day Sling 2 expertly delivers both. The understated aesthetics are well complemented by a tough, water-resistant build featuring 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon. A harmonious mix of low-key style and durability that blends easily into a variety of everyday and travel environments. The organiz…
Best Accessory Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…cessary tension. _________________________________________________________ Aer Go Pack A packable daypack that offers urban-ready functionality, understated style and useful organization? Aer’s Go Pack ticks all the boxes, demonstrating that packable carry doesn’t have to sacrifice enticing form and function. The pack is made from lightweight, water-resistant 300D Cordura ripstop and features a quick-access front pocket secured with a Fidlock magn…
Best Carry-On Bag Finalists – The Seventh Annual Carry Awards
…What guarantee. _________________________________________________________ Aer Travel Pack 2 Aer dishes up a variety of upgrades to their award-winning Travel Pack, a tough and low-key carry-on backpack that moves easily between work trips and weekend getaways. Updates include a luggage passthrough sleeve, lockable zippers, redesigned shoulder straps for improved comfort, a quick-access laptop pocket and improved organization panel. And the pack i…
8 Stylish Laptop Backpacks under $250
…red shoulder straps and improved back padding to keep you comfy on the go. Aer Flight Pack 2 (US$160) Can’t decide between a backpack, shoulder bag or briefcase? Why choose when you can get all three courtesy of the Aer Flight Pack 2. This thoughtfully designed bag includes stowable backpack straps, a removable shoulder strap, padded top and side handles, as well as a luggage passthrough sleeve. The front organization compartment provides plenty o…
Best Accessory Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…t can be carried in a bag or clipped to the exterior for on-the-go access. Aer Travel Kit Space in travel accommodation can sometimes be tight. But Aer keeps your travel essentials easily accessible in their Travel Kit courtesy of a hanging design with a full clamshell opening. The kit offers a variety of pockets and elastic loops to organize toiletries or other travel items, with a handy water-resistant lining. The exterior is a rugged 1680D Cord…
Deal Radar: The Best Memorial Day Sales
…yourself. So we’ve scouted out some of the best Memorial Day deals below… Aer Aer are offering 20% off sitewide by using the code SUMMER20. The deal ends 25 May. Backcountry Backcountry are offering a variety of discounts on quality brands such as The North Face, Black Diamond and more. Huckberry Pick up a sweet deal on a range of gear such as carry, apparel, footwear and more across Huckberry’s Memorial Day deals. REI REI are offering up to a wh…
What Dopp Kit Should You Choose? | Buyers Guide
…ap, hanging hook, and exterior storage for items such as a wet toothbrush. Aer Dopp Kit 3 (US$49) Aer’s Dopp Kit 3 offers a nifty standing design and multiple pockets for convenient access to toiletry items, along with a durable bluesign® approved 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior and water-resistant antimicrobial interior liner. Available in a choice of colorways, the 1.8L kit suits smaller setups well and also offers a back carry handle th…
Best Work Backpack Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…a 15″ laptop sleeve, two interior pockets and two exterior side pockets. Haerfest Apollo Backpack Clean professionalism for the office, sleek style for the gym, and pairs-with-anything elegance for a night out? Look to the Haerfest Apollo Backpack to meet all these needs and more. Founded by two brothers, the New York City brand created this pack as an elegant and versatile companion for a variety of work and play settings. It provides an externa…
Best Work Shoulder Bag Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…e for your tech, space for documents, and storage for quick-access items. Haerfest Apollo Briefcase A bag that can keep up in the energetic bustle of New York City? While looking sharp enough for the boardroom and dishing up lots of organization so you stay on top of your game? No problem for the Haerfest Apollo Briefcase. The New York City brand have created a bag that seamlessly merges chic, professional style with well-considered exterior and…
Top 5: Best Sling Bag 2020
…under the $100 mark. STRENGTHS Most innovative Super versatile Great value Aer City Sling The Aer City Sling is extremely compact and durable. Constructed with water-resistant 1680D Cordura Ballistic Nylon, YKK zippers, and Duraflex plastic hardware, this sling can withstand the elements and practically any abuse that comes its way. Its portability shines weighing less than one pound and it’s only 12.5 inches by 4.5 inches. Organization is minim…
Best 2020 Black Friday Deals, Updated Daily
…ith the code THANKYOU2020 (along with free shipping on orders over $100). Aer Score yourself 20% off sitewide at Aer with the code SAVE20 at checkout. Olivers Apparel Olivers Apparel are offering 20% off all orders through 30 November. WANDRD WANDRD are dishing up discounts of up to 30% off. NOMATIC Score yourself up to 50% off at NOMATIC. Luminox Grab a cool 40% off at Luminox with the code BLACKFRIDAY40. Garmin Plenty of deals are to be had dur…
Best New Gear: December 2020
…e with urban and outdoor influences as a nod to the spirit of exploration. Aer X-Pac Collection Aer are known for their deft blend of urban-friendly style and well-considered functional design. Now some of their most popular styles get a sleek performance update, decked out in tough and weatherproof X-Pac for sleek style that doesn’t shirk on dependable practicality. Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Bellroy serves up a sophisticated take on the commuter…
Best New Gear: February 2021
…that secures to a keychain, ensuring you always have a mask at the ready. Aer Slim Pouch Aer’s signature blend of understated, versatile styling, tough construction, and functional design makes them one of our favorite brands around. And their new Slim Pouch cements their quality reputation even further. Great for storing your daily or travel essentials, the pouch offers multiple pockets, a wide opening for easy access, and a grab loop for hangin…
Best New Gear | May 2021
…r closet for the most lightweight, bombproof, do-it-all carrying solution. Aer x Ministry of Supply Lunar Pack Inspired by the PLSS (Primary Life Support System) of a NASA space suit. Designed to efficiently carry gear across far-flung destinations and daily commutes alike. And with that all-important comfort that you’ll turn to year after year. The Aer x Ministry of Supply Lunar Pack had an intriguing brief to say the least. And this limited-edit…