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EVERYDAY CARRY
Taylor Stitch x GORUCK Hard Road Loadout Collection
GORUCK have never been ones to embrace the easy way. Rather, they believe in the physical... Read more
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HEALTH
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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DEALS
Best Black Friday Deals in 2022
Scoring great gear is awesome. Scoring it at a significant discount? Even better. Black Friday is... Read more
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HIKING
Best Boots for Rucking? GORUCK Jedburgh Boots Review
Gear reporter, Dave Samwel, legs it with GORUCK’s Jedburgh Boots. Adaptive, lightweight and designed for hard-use... Read more
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EVERYDAY
A Beginner’s Guide to Tactical EDC Backpacks and MOLLE
What makes a Tactical EDC Backpack…”Tactical”? You’ve heard the term before; tactical backpack. It’s hard to... Read more
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100% CERTIFIED
The Best ‘Made in the USA’ Backpack Brands of 2022
There are great American brands making awesome carry gear. And on the flip side, there are... Read more
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NEW RELEASE
GORUCK and Huckberry Combine to Release the GR2 Slick
At Carry HQ – we are privy to a lot of fun information – sometimes it’s... Read more
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DROP!
Exclusive Release | GORUCK x Carryology GR1 Guerrilla X
GORUCK x Carryology GR1 “Guerilla X” A relationship that began over a decade ago. A dream... Read more
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CARRY COLLAB XV
GORUCK X Carryology | From GR1 To Guerrilla X
It’s Sunday, June 15th, 2008. Austin, Texas. I’m sitting in the hotel bar at the Holiday... Read more
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EVERYDAY / TRAVEL
GORUCK GR3 Review
GORUCK is a brand that demands attention. You have to shout their name whenever you say... Read more
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COMMUNITY
These are the Brands, Retailers and Publishers Standing Against Racism
Here at Carryology, we have many goals that we set for ourselves. And one of those... Read more
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OUTDOORS / EVERYDAY
GORUCK x Huckberry GR1 Slick Review
Ever heard the motto “less is more”? Well, the 21L GR1 Slick could be a definition of that.... Read more
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WIN ALL OF THIS!
Carry Awards VII: Giveaway of Champions!
Our Seventh Annual Carry Awards are all done and dusted for another year, with over a... Read more
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CARRY COMMUNITY
The Best Travel Backpacks, According to our Community
Our Carryology Classified community are a switched-on when it comes the very best travel gear. So... Read more
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CARRY NEWS
What You Need to Know About GORUCK’s Move Offshore
It’s been a long, sometimes rocky road for GORUCK to get to where they are today.... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS 7
Hall of Fame | Carry Awards VII
Our Seventh Annual Carry Awards welcomes an iconic backpack into the Hall of Fame… GORUCK GR1... Read more
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OUTDOORS
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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TRAVEL
Carry Guide: Find the Best Travel Backpack for You
So here’s the thing. There’s no ultimate best travel backpack to suit everyone at any time,... Read more
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2018 IN REVIEW
The Most Popular Bags and Backpacks of 2018
With a new year upon us, we’re eagerly anticipating the carry gear on the horizon. But... Read more
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BAG MODS
GORUCK GR2 VARIANT: YOMP-ENGINE No1
Equally passionate about outdoor pursuits and gear hacking, Neil Stevens has delved deep into the world... Read more
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INDUSTRY
Carry Jobs
With the year drawing to a close and a new one on the horizon, you might... Read more
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CARRYOLOGY CLASSIFIED
A Conversation with GORUCK Founder Jason McCarthy
When it comes to cult carry brands, GORUCK is right up there at the top of... Read more
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COLLEGE / CAMPUS
The Best ‘Back to School’ Backpacks for Everyday Carry 2018
When it’s time to get back to school, a good backpack is an important addition to... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: March 2018
Convertible bags, durable camera protection, sleek urban tech carry and practical trail packs are just some... Read more
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CARRY 101
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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PHOTOGRAPHY
All The Gear You Need to Be a Traveling Photographer
Many thanks to Pierre-Arnaud Chouvy for allowing us to republish his article below, providing detailed insight... Read more
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EDC
Alternatives: Packs like the GORUCK GR1?
The GORUCK GR1 is without doubt one of the most frequently talked about packs in the... Read more
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EDC
YOMP NOTES: GORUCK GR1 Rucksack EDC
Blacksmithing, snowboarding, mountain biking, digital design, trekking and gear. Neil Stevens is a man with diverse... Read more
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DEALS!
The Best Black Friday Deals of 2017
Looking to bag a bargain on your next carry piece? Black Friday deals are a prime... Read more
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Gifts for the Athlete
Looking for hard-working gifts that will help the athletes on your gift list push harder and... Read more
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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Gifts for the Tactical Guy
Scouting out an ideal present for the tactical guy on your gift-giving list can be a... Read more
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RUCKING
Packing List: The GORUCK Tough Event
GORUCK make some of the toughest carry gear around. But they also offer grueling events, ideal... Read more
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BUILT TO LAST
The 10 Best Durable ‘Buy it for Life’ Bag Brands
Cheaply made and designed for obsolescence. Unfortunately far too many products fall into these categories. Sure,... Read more
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EVERYDAY
Workout Essentials: What to Pack for the Gym
When you want to train hard, quality gear will back you up to help you get... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The 8 Best All-Black EDC Backpacks Out Right Now!
A great EDC backpack is a thing of beauty. But what makes it great? Obviously it... Read more
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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear :: July 2017
A diverse mix of great gear has stepped onto the carry stage recently, ready for some... Read more
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Get Organized: 14 Accessories to Help Tidy Your EDC Bag
Bags vary. A lot. Some provide pockets and organizer panels for everything; others keep it clean and simple... Read more
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The Best Backpacks for Everyday Carry
Choosing an EDC backpack deserves careful consideration. After all, it’s going to be your daily companion... Read more
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The Best Backpacks for One-Bag Travel
Updated on September 2018 Travel varies for all of us. Some of us dart back and... Read more
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Bo’s Favorite Bags
For a bag to make it onto your favorites list, it needs to be pretty special.... Read more
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The ‘Packs On Our Wishlist?’ Gift Guide
We live and breathe carry. It’s kinda our thing. And when something stands out, we get... Read more
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Black Friday Deals (2016)
Maybe you’re enthusiastic. Maybe you’re a bit obsessed. However you view carry, Black Friday is one... Read more
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GORUCK Presents… Tips to Building a Bomber Pack
While no bag is indestructible, a bomber or ‘bombproof’ pack comes close. Routinely built with mil-spec materials, construction... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 28 August
Topo Designs goes fishing, GORUCK updates a popular little powerhouse, and Ethnotek brings traditional textiles to... Read more
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