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Gear Bags & Duffels
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TRAVEL
WaterField Designs X-Air Duffel Review
The WaterField Designs X-Air Duffel is the first release in the brand’s X-Air Collection. A series... Read more
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Brands You Should Know | Loyal Stricklin
In our world dominated by high tech laminates, welded constructions, and various other modern design philosophies,... Read more
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EVERYDAY CARRY
Filson Small Rugged Twill Duffle Bag Review
It’s the winter of 1897 in the remote Yukon wilderness. Droves of prospectors brave treacherous mountain... Read more
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CURATED SPONSOR
MEC Solves Your Gear Hauling Needs
Here at Carryology we love to wax-poetic about one-bag-travel. Though, let’s be honest, we know that’s... Read more
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Orucase Janus Duffel 50 Review
Oru: おる to fold; to bend; to make. Orucase is owned and operated by passionate athletes... Read more
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Best Luggage Champion | Carry Awards X
Our Best Luggage champion delivers a first-class travel experience with its blend of functional performance, luxury,... Read more
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The Best Gym Bags for Every Type of Exerciser in 2022
Historically, gym bags have been horrible, generic and saggy excuses for carry – but there’s been... Read more
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Prometheus Design Werx | All Terrain Bags Review
When the Prometheus Design Werx founder asked me if I’d like to test drive the completely... Read more
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Black Ember Launches Their Dex Duffle Range on Kickstarter
Black Ember are a name synonymous with quality and innovation within the Carry community. Hailing from... Read more
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The Best Weekender and Duffel Bags for Every Traveler 2022
Duffel bags and weekenders were often the starting point for many of us in our quest... Read more
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Pakt Anywhere Travel Bag Collection Review
Pakt has just launched their fourth crowdfunding campaign, showcasing their newest lineup of travel gear: the... Read more
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Bellroy Weekender Plus Review
Our friends at Bellroy made their mark reimagining wallets, then moved to refining their product line,... Read more
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6 Stylish and Premium Duffel Bags for Weekend Getaways
With restrictions on travel starting to ease, opportunities are opening up to enjoy a little rest... Read more
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Fuller Foundry Duffel Review
The first thing I noticed about the Fuller Foundry Duffel when I opened up the box... Read more
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OUTDOORS
Colfax Design Works TOAD Review
SoCal-based Colfax Design Works might be a new name to you. But we suggest you keep... Read more
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Osprey Transporter Wheeled Duffel 120L: Video Review
The Osprey Transporter Wheeled Duffel 120L is a gear bag designed to be adventureproof while hauling large loads.... Read more
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8 Rugged and Durable Duffel Bags Built Tough for Adventure
As the workhorses of the carry world, duffel bags are designed for grab-and-go gear hauling. And... Read more
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From Work to Workout: the Best Gym Bags with Shoe Compartments
Busy lifestyles often necessitate fitting in workouts right before, during or after work. But carrying separate... Read more
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Eddie Bauer Expedition Pro Rolling Duffel: Drive By
Over the last few years ‘adventure’ and ‘travel’ duffels have been having a moment. They’re convenient,... Read more
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The 6 Best Weekender Bags for Men Right Now
Packing for a short urban getaway? Heading on an overnight business trip? Keen to set off... Read more
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National Geographic X Eagle Creek All Purpose Duffel 60L: Video Review
Eagle Creek and National Geographic teamed up to create a burly, adaptable collection aimed at adventure... Read more
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The Ultimate Guide to the World’s Best Duffel Bags
Duffel bags are commonly thought of as the workhorses of the carry world. Durable, versatile gear... Read more
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OUTDOORS
YETI Panga Duffel: Drive By
When I got my hands on YETI’s new (and first) piece of carry, the Panga, I... Read more
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Mystery Ranch Mission Duffel 55 Review: Drive By
I’m a backpack guy, no doubt about it. But from time to time, when I’m out... Read more
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EVERYDAY / WEEKENDER
Tanner Goods Nomad Duffle Review: Drive By
Tanner’s Nomad Duffle is a rugged and durable bag that is suave enough to be carried... Read more
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GEAR HAULING
Cotopaxi Roca Duffel Review: Drive By
Cotopaxi’s Roca Duffel takes its name from the Quechua word for ‘rock.’ It’s a fitting title... Read more
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Arc’teryx V-Series Rolling Duffel V110 Review: Drive By
We’ve been wheeling the Arc’teryx Rolling Duffel V110 behind us for several months now. From surf... Read more
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Mission Workshop Helmsman Duffle :: Drive By
I have to start off by saying that I’m a Mission Workshop homer. I love what... Read more
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OUTDOOR
Stio CFS Duffel :: Drive By
Sleek in a way that would turn heads on a catwalk. Decked out with bonafide Grade... Read more
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ONA Hamilton Rolling Camera Bag and Duffle :: Review
Will Hartl is a freelance photographer whose photography experience extends across a range of countries and niches. Get... Read more
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Kickstarter Highlight :: WANDRD HEXAD Duffel Bags
Crowdfunding is fast becoming the world’s go-to platform for new releases. But do you ever find... Read more
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Pacsafe Duffelsafe AT120 Anti-Theft Wheeled Adventure Duffel :: Video Review
To test an adventure duffel, you really need to take it on adventures. No problem for... Read more
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SDR Traveller D3 Traveller Duffel :: Drive By
Before we dig into the bag, let’s first take a step back and give you a... Read more
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Outlier Ultrahigh Dufflepack :: Drive By
The Outlier Ultrahigh Dufflepack. Honestly, on first glance, I nearly mistook this bag as a prototype... Read more
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Aer Gym Duffel :: Video Review
Many gym bags are immediately recognizable for what they are – bags to haul your gear to and... Read more
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HoldFast Gear Roamographer Review :: Drive By
He was a sturdy unit, his fingers like bratwursts, eyes, bagged like a racoon. It was... Read more
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Huckberry Presents :: Best US-Made Duffels
Huckberry know US-Made; it’s kinda their thing. And they get away on more weekends and haul... Read more
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Carry Giveaway :: Tanner Goods Cargo Carryall
Stuff. A wily and ever-changing beast. Your best buddy one moment, and a pain in the…... Read more
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Blue Claw Co. Bronson Weekender Giveaway
There are certain bags that exude a sense of class, others that give off a distinct... Read more
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Drive By :: YNOT Viken Duffel
In case the previous reviews weren’t obvious, I’m a bit obsessed with duffels. I love the... Read more
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Drive By :: Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle 75
Despite the full wetsuit the waters of Lake Michigan, chilled by the briskness of the October... Read more
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Buyer’s Guide :: Best Weekender Duffels
Whether you’re heading off on a spur-of-the-moment weekend getaway, seeking adventure round every bend with a... Read more
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Drive By :: Burton Wheelie Board Case
When it comes to snowboard bags the choices are limited. Only a few brands have dedicated... Read more
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A Buyer’s Guide to The Best Gear Bags
Need to haul gear? Look no further than our Buyer’s Guide to the Best Gear Bags.... Read more
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Drive By :: Pacsafe Intasafe Z600 Anti-theft Weekender
The Pacsafe Intasafe Z600 anti-theft weekender duffel is a lightweight, casual weekender with practical pocketing and... Read more
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Packing List :: Chris Burkard, Travel Photographer
Chris Burkard travels the world seeking out adventure. With a backpack and gear bags full of... Read more
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5 Key Elements :: Designing The Finisterre Waterproof Duffle
Finisterre have built up a solid rep for their gear aimed at cold water surfers, owing... Read more
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Drive By :: Esperos Weekend Warrior
When Esperos Bags popped up on my radar I was intrigued. It was one of the... Read more
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Carry Evolution :: The Shrine
Under his consultancy, studioFAR, Fernando Robert, has designed soft goods for some of the best: Chrome Bags, Aether Apparel,... Read more
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Berlin Muse :: Whipping Post in the South of France
It had been a month since the Berlin arrival when the travel bug hit. What better... Read more
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