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TRAVEL
8 Rugged and Durable Travel Essentials
From cars to planes, and boats to trains. Urban excursions to outdoor expeditions. No matter where... 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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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: January 2018
2018 got off to a cracking start with a sweet range of new carry, from multi-tools... Read more
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TRAVEL
The Best Packable Daypacks for Travel 2018
There are plenty of great luggage options to get your gear from plane, train or bus... Read more
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CARRY 101
Blend In: Our Favorite Backpack Camo Patterns
The use of camo patterns began in France during World War One, when the French army began... Read more
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EVERYDAY / WEEKENDER
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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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
15 Essential Everyday Carry Gifts
Everyday carry gifts need to tick a lot of boxes to be worthy of a place... 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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NEW RELEASES
Best New Gear: October 2017
From tech protection to all-in-one EDC, October has welcomed a host of great new gear onto... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The 25 Best Messenger Bags for Modern Professionals
Backpacks may be king when it comes to carry comfort, but messengers (or shoulder bags) take... 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
The Best Backpacks for Everyday City Commuting
Updated on 15 July 2018 When you’re clocking serious hours in transit, locking down the best... Read more
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EVERYDAY
Our Favorite Japanese Backpacks :: Part 1
When it comes to urban carry, Japan has it nailed. It’s been a beacon of inspiration... 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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OUTDOOR
The Best Backpacks for a 1 to 3 Day Hike
Almost all hikers and backpackers would agree that the most important piece of gear for any... Read more
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EVERYDAY
The Best ‘Back to School’ Backpacks for Everyday Carry 2017
When you’re heading back to school, having a solid pack at your back can really help... Read more
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SPONSORED
Our Favorite Bags Made from CORDURA
CORDURA® fabrics are synonymous with durability and reliability – ideal traits when you want to build bags... Read more
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OUTDOOR
Mystery Ranch Stein 62 Backpack Review :: Road Test
When we first saw the Mystery Ranch Stein 62 at OR Summer Market in 2016, we knew we needed to... Read more
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OUTDOOR
Outdoor Retailer Carry Awards :: Summer Market 2017
Every year, Carryology hands out three awards at Outdoor Retailer. Each year, we change the actual... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 :: Recap Part II
As OR 2017 rolled on, the Carryology crew pressed ever deeper into the depths of the... Read more
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Hall of Fame Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Arc’teryx WaterTight™ Zipper Today you can find sleek weatherproof zippers across a number of bags.... Read more
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Best Check-In Results – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
1st Place Samsonite Stryde Glider Long Journey While wheeled luggage can do a lot to reduce... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Top 10 – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Practical, stylish, durable, and adaptable. A tough ask for any bag. But our Best Work Backpack... Read more
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Hall of Fame Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
With our Hall of Fame Finalists we salute the supporting cast. The materials, hardware, components and... Read more
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Best Check-In Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Business or pleasure. Outdoor adventures or taxi-to-hotel trips. Our Best Check-In Finalists cater to a range of... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Finalists (Pool A) – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
A balance of practicality and style. Suitable organization for your needs. Durable construction that can handle... Read more
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Best Active Backpack Finalists – The Fifth Annual Carry Awards
Hitting the slopes, hauling gear on the daily commute, navigating winding outdoor trails…when it’s time to... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 2 April
A rugged bodyguard for your MacBook, tactical stealth for everyday carry missions, and pocket carry with... 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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Week In Review ~ 26 February
Low-key Swiss versatility, slim carry for tech essentials, and easy access to emergency supplies. Discover more... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 5 February
Versatile travel bags for life on the go, decluttering with thoughtful key carry, and outdoor backpacks... Read more
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Top 10 Back To Study Bags
Having a study bag fail you is a hard lesson to learn. If you want to... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 13 November
Classy and multifunctional carry for your notebook, a thoughtful camera bag collab from a renowned photographer,... Read more
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MYSTERY RANCH Presents :: Taming the Load
Mystery Ranch are masters of load carriage – it’s at the heart of their design philosophy.... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 2016 :: Recap Part II
Day 2 began like all great days in history, with coffee. Promptly after enjoying some of... Read more
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Fourth Annual Carry Awards :: Reader’s Choice Awards
Our carry-savvy readers know more than a thing or two about what makes good carry. And... Read more
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Best Check-In Results :: Carry Awards IV
Luggage should make traveling as easy as possible. The Osprey Shuttle is packed with travel-friendly features,... Read more
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Gifts for the EDCer
A disciple of everyday carry puts extraordinary thought into what nestles in one’s pockets, their careful selections linchpinned by... Read more
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Gifts for the Tactical Dude
The Tactical Dude is a certain breed. A mountain man. A Badass. He most likely sports... Read more
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Bag Collectors :: Greg Davis
Greg Davis can be considered somewhat of an accidental bag collector. Like many carry collections, his... Read more
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Outdoor Retailer Summer 2015 :: Recap Part II
In Part I of our Outdoor Retailer recap, you heard from some great brands including Boreas,... Read more
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Week In Review ~ 10 May
Two different takes on a minimalist wallet, urban-friendly totes and new offerings from Mystery Ranch and... Read more
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The Third Annual Carry Awards :: Roundup
The competition has been fierce…the votes cast thick and fast…and the top achievers highly deserving of... Read more
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Buyer’s Guide: Best Travel Backpacks
Celebrating the release of our beta Buyer’s Guide we’re dishing up the categories in sweet, easily... Read more