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3 Affordable Backpacks Worthy of Your Daily Carry
…this is a solid choice that will repay your investment for years to come. Aer Day Pack (US$ 125) With its minimalist aesthetics the Aer Day Pack looks good in professional and informal settings alike. But there’s much more than just appealing looks here. The structured body creates a self-standing design for convenient access, with multiple pockets to keep your gear well organized. The pack is divided into two compartments, a main compartment for…
Sixth Annual Carry Awards: Ultimate Carry Giveaway!
…so you can spend more time enjoying your travels and less time rummaging. Aer Day Pack Practical in design and pared back in form, Aer’s Day Pack is the kind of work partner you can rely on for years to come. Useful interior organization takes care of tech, work tools and EDC while the clean silhouette looks good in both formal and casual settings. Plus our Best Work Backpack winner has the flexibility to step beyond the 9-5 grind, which is alway…
Best New Gear: August 2018
…y any road, gravel or mountain bike. The range features three options. The AeroPack Carbon and AeroPack Alloy feature an integrated, all-in-one bag and rack. The AeroPack Trunk on the other hand is a bag-only option that fits Tailfin’s T1 rack. Each option in the range features the same rolltop waterproof bag, easily adaptable to a variety of loads. Lightweight, stable and secure, the range lets you easily attach or remove bike carry in seconds so…
Professional Style: The 5 Best Gym Bags to Take to Work
…cessible when you need them. Discover the 5 best gym bags to take to work… Aer Gym Duffel 2 (US$170) From their inception Aer has stepped up as a go-to choice for conquering the urban work/play divide. And they’re always keen to make their gear even better. The Gym Duffel 2 offers a considered revamp on the original, with more space, improved ventilation and enhanced organization. Useful gym features include dedicated ventilated shoe storage and a…
What Is a Sling Bag? How the ‘Fanny Pack’ Became Popular Again
…dy across the back or chest, around the waist, on the shoulder or by hand. Aer Day Sling 2 The Aer Day Sling 2 combines sleek street style with durable functionality for small carry setups. The main compartment has a tablet pocket (that fits a 7.9″ device) and additional pockets for smaller items. Additionally, a hidden back pocket keeps your valuables out of sight. Lightweight and compact, the sling offers a 4.5L volume and comes in a choice of c…
Our Favorite Organization Pouches for EDC Right Now
…applies here too (and with all of BOND’s items until the end of the year). Aer Cable Kit (US$45) If you love sleek, urban efficiency then Aer’s Cable Kit should definitely be on your radar. Designed to protect EDC tech essentials and accessories, the Cable Kit offers two compartments and multiple pockets to keep items tidy and easily accessible. Padded, water-resistant and durable, this pouch will hold up well to everyday use. And with its underst…
Carry Guide: Find the Best Travel Backpack for You
…erstated design for outdoor exploring, urban streets and work environments Aer Travel Pack 2 (US$230) Aer’s Travel Pack 2 packs in plenty of tricks to keep your travels smooth. Its durable build and versatile aesthetics suit work or play environments. And you can cinch it down to suit smaller day-to-day loads. The lay-flat main compartment enables easy packing and access, while the front organization compartment steps up to keep smaller items in c…
The 9 Best Motorcycle Backpacks to Buy in 2024
…) x 150(D) mm (18.5(H) x 11.0(W) x 5.9(D) ins.) – Highly weather-resistant Aer Duffel Pack 3 (US$179) While not created as a dedicated motorcycle backpack, the sleek and functional design of Aer’s Duffel Pack 3 allows it to adapt to two wheels. The pack is tough and durable, with a water-resistant and ergonomic design that helps keep the load stable while protecting your gear from the elements. A sternum strap and padded, breathable back panel hel…
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…
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…
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 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…
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 Eas…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Best New Gear | August 2021
…monstrating that fashion and function don’t need to be mutually exclusive. Aer City Collection Made for city explorations, Aer’s new City Collection offers an excellent blend of urban-friendly aesthetics, quality durable construction for the daily grind, and well-considered organization to ensure all your gear is easily accessible whenever you need it. The collection features the stylish 14L City Pack, compact enough for easy daily carry but still…
Top 5 | Best Work Backpack
…stories. STRENGTHS Heirloom quality Stylish and sleek Blend of traditions Aer City Pack X-Pac San Francisco-based Aer are known for their stylish and elegant carry solutions, and the City Pack is one of their more recognizable silhouettes. Now enhanced with VX42 X-Pac, it’s even easier to love this fan favorite. The X-Pac, paired with YKK® AquaGuard® zippers and Duraflex® hardware, means that you’re getting a pack ready to tackle the elements on…
The Most Popular Gear of 2022
…convenient maneuverability with spinner wheels and multiple carry handles. Aer City Sling 2 Looking for a compact carry option that won’t let you down? Aer’s City Sling 2 is an impressive contender. This nifty carry companion does a great job of organizing your essentials on the go, keeping them secure yet close at hand as required. You can carry it cross-body, around the waist, or by hand, and even store the strap so it can double as a storage po…





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