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ILE x Shogun Shido Release Artist Series
Collaborations are an opportunity to ramp up the X factor. A chance to fuse solid foundations... Read more
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Huckberry Welcomes Porter-Yoshida
If you’ve been reading Carryology for a while, you’ll know we’re big fans of both Porter-Yoshida... Read more
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Best New Gear | February 2023
From pocket knives and thru-hiking packs to recycled phone cases and stealthy totes, February has been... Read more
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9 Awesome Designers to Follow on Instagram
As gear enthusiasts, it’s natural to focus on the end products themselves. But have you ever... Read more
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9 Little-Known Brands That Should Be On Your Radar
Discovering a new brand that you weren’t aware of is a gift that keeps on giving.... Read more
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The Most Popular Gear of 2022
From epic organizers to awesome collabs, 2022 was quite the year for gear. But what pieces... Read more
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Best New Gear | September 2022
Cozy merino staples just in time for autumn, effortless keyring carry, and solid protection for your... Read more
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Best New Gear | July 2022
Understated travel luxury, adaptable apparel for everyday and travel wear, and waterproof storage for smaller essentials... Read more
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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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Best New Gear | April 2022
Climate-conscious drinkware, an anti-theft urban sling, a luxurious work briefcase, and plastic-free outdoor carry are just... Read more
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Western Rise Upgrades Travel Line with Evolution 2.0
One of the most common questions in our community is something along the lines of, “What’s... Read more
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Best New Gear | March 2022
From safe hydration wherever you are, to highly versatile travel clothing and fresh spring style, March... Read more
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Hall of Fame | Carry Awards IX
Our Ninth Annual Carry Awards welcomes the best bang-for-your-buck hauler the world has ever seen into... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS IX
Brand of the Year | Carry Awards IX
In previous Carry Awards, we’ve awarded Brand of the Year to bigger brands – brands with... Read more
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Best New Gear | February 2022
Ultralight Dyneema for the trails and beyond, limited-edition experiments from a multitool icon, and a touch... Read more
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Best New Gear | January 2022
Stay warm and stylish while on the move with a lightweight but warm shirt jacket, pair... Read more
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Most Popular Gear of 2021
As we launch into 2022 with new carry on the horizon, it’s important to salute the... Read more
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Best New Gear | December 2021
Cozy winter wardrobe staples, modular EDC essentials, and eye-catching slings stepped up to shine in December.... Read more
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Best New Gear | September 2021
Looking for stylish and functional protection for your phone? A completely waterproof sling for aquatic adventures?... Read more
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The Pro Guide to Dyneema® | the Modern-Day Miracle Material
Thank heavens for chemists! Let’s be honest, for most of us, the topic of synthetic fiber... Read more
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Best New Gear: January 2021
2021 has come out the starting gates strong with a solid offering of gear for urban,... Read more
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Best New Gear: December 2020
The carry world waved goodbye to 2020 with a fitting tribute, dishing up an impressive collection... Read more
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Looking for the Best Backpacks in Paris?
From a digital dream come true, to a Paris pop-up, Keus is the answer many EU-based... Read more
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LOCTOTE Mobility Collection
The LOCTOTE Mobility Collection merges stylish aesthetics with practical anti-theft features… In the last eleven years,... Read more
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Best New Gear: November 2020
From sustainably made urban carry, to snow-ready ski packs, we’ve got November’s best new gear releases,... Read more
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Best New Gear: October 2020
October brings change. For everyone in the Northern Hemisphere, temperatures drop, there is a crispness in... Read more
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First Look: Black Ember SHADOW Collection
Black Ember makes some of the most technically advanced everyday and travel bags on earth. I... Read more
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Filson x Ducks Unlimited Capsule Review
Filson are synonymous with most types of outdoor adventure. Famed for creating the hardy, functional, and... Read more
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First Look: Snow Peak Portland HQ
“There is nothing grand about openings in 2020” – Matt Liddle, Snow Peak’s USA Chief Operating... Read more
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Best New Gear: September 2020
September was a BIG month. We saw killer collabs from the likes of Topo Designs joining... Read more
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Hall of Fame | Carry Awards VIII
Our Eighth Annual Carry Awards welcomes the world’s most iconic school bag into the Hall of Fame…... Read more
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A Decade of Trakke: Alec Farmer Interview
My friend Alec Farmer (founder of Trakke) and I were chatting and catching up on a... Read more
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Best New Gear: June 2020
A lunch box bringing modularity to your meals, a versatile catch-all to keep all your EDC... Read more
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Green Guide: How To Make Better Choices
In this fourth and final installment of the Carryology Green Guide, we wrap up what it... Read more
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Extended Forms: Let’s Build a Brand, Together
Ever wanted to help build a brand? To have direct dialogue with the designer and your... Read more
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8 Black-Owned Brands That Should Be on Your Radar
In this month’s ‘Brands You Need to Know’ series, there was no question which community we... Read more
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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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Best New Gear: May 2020
A wave of new Japanese releases, a carry icon gets pimped, and an all-weather Merino jacket... Read more
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Deal Radar: The Best Memorial Day Sales
Across America people will be remembering and honoring military personnel on Memorial Day, which this year... Read more
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The Best Cloth Face Masks From Carry Brands
When the going gets tough, the carry community binds together. And that’s what we’ve seen in... Read more
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Best New Gear: April 2020
Looking for a unique Dyneema daypack? Seeking out streetwear vibes? Or a travel collection with real... Read more
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Green Guide: Your Sustainable Fashion Glossary
Ever since the world’s scientists rang the alarm on the consumption of fashion and gear being... Read more
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How Carry Brands are Helping Combat the Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in severe shortages of personal protection equipment (PPE) for the medical... Read more
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Deal Radar: Western Rise, Peak Design, Lexdray and More
Got cabin fever? Keen to support your favorite brands during challenging financial times? Well, why not... Read more
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Best New Gear: March 2020
There’s no denying we’re living in challenging times currently. But arguably more than ever it’s good... Read more
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SUSTAINABILITY
This Biodegradable Luggage Might Be the Future of Hardcases
There’s an undeniable appeal to travel. But travel also has an undeniable environmental impact. So PROJECTKIN... Read more
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Best New Gear: February 2020
From packs inspired by capsule hotels, to weatherproof EDC haulers for the daily grind, February has... Read more
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Best New Gear: January 2020
A new decade is upon us, and what a start with January’s new offerings. Convertible carry,... Read more
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Is This Fiber The Future of Sustainable Bags?
Sustainability is a pillar of Bergans’ business model. From repairing and reselling used gear, to renting... Read more
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Best New Gear: December 2019
Before we kick off into 2020, let’s run a last look at the best new releases... Read more
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Best New Gear: November 2019
Fresh everyday packs, great new options for smaller carry setups, and our fifth Carryology collab all... Read more
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One of World’s Best Everyday Collections Just Got Better
Few brands have lit up the carry scene the way Peak Design has in recent years.... Read more
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Best New Gear: October 2019
From technical apparel to sweetly styled travel bags to EDC collabs and Japanese streetwear. October had... Read more
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Peak Design And BioLite Founders Launch Climate Neutral
Whether you’re creating products or providing services, there’s an unavoidable carbon footprint. And while awareness of... Read more
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Best New Gear: September 2019
Ultralight mountaineering gear, phone protection, and versatile carry-on bags are just some of the enticing new... Read more
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14 Scandinavian Brands You Should Know
When you think of Scandinavia, commonly known brands tend to crop up. The likes of Fjällräven... Read more
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Best New Gear: August 2019
Burly recycled bags, compact EDC pens, and trek-friendly travel packs are just a few of the... Read more
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SPONSORED
The Best Gear Retailer You’ve Never Heard Of
Altitude Sports, quite possibly one of the best outdoor retail powerhouses that you may have never... 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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Best New Gear: July 2019
July rounds off with a flourish as a host of new carry drops across the globe.... Read more
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Expanding on a Carry Icon: the Arc’teryx Arro Collection
We interviewed Ryan Hetzel, lead designer at Arc’teryx, about redesigning one of the most iconic packs... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019: Carry Awards
Ever year, a small group of Carryologists spend two full days roaming the main convention floor... Read more
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Showstoppers: The Best Gear from Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019
Outdoor Retailer is North America’s biggest outdoor industry tradeshow. A place where big names and up-and-comers... Read more
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Best New Gear: May 2019
Everyday and travel-ready technical clothing? Ruggedly sleek suitcases to pack them in? And pocket-sized everyday tools... Read more
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SPONSORED
Stuart and Lau’s Briefcases Just Got Better
Let’s be honest. A lot of briefcases can be a little, well, lacklustre. Sure, they’ll carry... Read more
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5 Reasons Why You Need to Check out Trakke’s New Collection
Great design keeps pushing forward, aiming to improve on what’s come before. Not only by changing... Read more
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Best New Gear: March 2019
Waterproof bags for outdoor adventures, luxurious leather that will turn heads in the boardroom and about... Read more
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Our 6 Favorite Bags from IWA 2019
IWA OutdoorClassics is without a doubt the biggest outdoor and shooting sports show in Europe, held... Read more
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Staff Picks: Gear We’re Loving Right Now
We’re lucky that we get to experience so much gear in our day-to-day lives. And when... Read more
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Outlier: the Constant State of Experimentation
I walk up to a nondescript warehouse in Brooklyn. A blank facade. No sign of Outlier... Read more
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Best New Gear: February 2019
Waterproof innovation to take your pouch game to the next level? Head-turning luxurious travel carry? Decluttered... Read more
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Our 8 Favorite Kickstarters Right Now
Kickstarter is crammed full of great projects. But it’s also full of pretty poor ones. And... Read more
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10 UK Brands You Should Know
Britain certainly has its share of illustrious brands in the luxury carry scene. Think the likes... Read more
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Best New Gear: January 2019
The start of a new year and the carry world has hit the ground running, dishing... Read more
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Discovering New Gear with Cairn
When the Cairn Obsidian Box arrived at my doorstep I was unsure of what to expect... Read more
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Best New Gear: December 2018
December has delivered a bumper crop of covet-worthy carry to pore longingly over. So kick back,... Read more
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5 Asian Brands You Should Know
From cutting-edge street style to exceptional craftsmanship, Asia is home to a number of excellent brands... Read more
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Best New Gear: November 2018
A travel duffel that ups your organization game, a slick EDC pen, and snow packs for... Read more
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The Genius of Arc’teryx | Inside ARC’One
Maybe I’m just lightheaded from already having snowshoed to the top of a frozen British Columbian... Read more
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Best New Gear: October 2018
From campus carry to carabiners, and Bananatex to boardroom suaveness, October has dished up some tasty... Read more
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