Stretch and Sheen

Arcade’s new flagship lifestyle belt features innovative first-to-market webbing that combines natural rubber and polypropylene created from repurposed, post-industrial plastic scrap. This gives the webbing an attractive satin finish and just enough stretch to ensure all-day comfort.

Lightweight Customized Comfort

The buckle is intentionally designed with mixed materials to deliver lightweight strength and functionality. While eliminating the weight penalty of a completely metal buckle. The motion features a low profile with a side-release, three-piece design that tapers at the ends. This thoughtful detail that allows the belt to pass easily through belt loops. The micro-adjustable buckle system also lets you dial in your perfect fit, so you really do get custom comfort. And pesky excess webbing isn’t an issue either thanks to an elastic loop that secures the webbing neatly in place.

Easy Care, Easy Style

The Motion Belt is built with longevity in mind–to look and perform like new year after year. But if you feel the need to give it a refresh, it’s machine-washable for easy care, with air drying recommended to keep the belt in its prime.

It’s also available in four attractive colorways including black-black, black-nickel, brown-nickel, and charcoal-gunmetal. Easy to pair with casual and formal outfits alike, this belt will become a wardrobe staple with its sleek performance and understated aesthetic. And with a retail price of $54.95, it offers solid value for money too.

Made to Move

The Arcade Motion Belt builds on over a decade of experience crafting performance stretch belts for the outdoors, delivering durability, functionality, and comfort in a sharp design for urban settings. With its freedom of movement and perfect fit, this isn’t your basic belt. It’s a belt made better, proving that attention to detail and innovative approaches to wardrobe staples will make a difference to your day.

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Brandon Vulaj – Senior Editor

Under $100: Wotancraft Canteener 2L + Divider Set

This was my sleeper hit of the year. While it seems a bit out of left field in today’s world of crossbody slings, it’s a pure Wotancraft product. The team at Wotancraft derive much of their design language from heritage military bags and take their own unique spin on them. The Canteener is exactly that. It’s a wonderful stash-n-go bag with incredibly easy (yet secure) access. While there’s two sizes, I went with the 2L for this selection as you can add the well-designed Divider Set while keeping it under $100, and the size has been really useful for my everyday carry, whether it’s a small compact camera, mirrorless setup, or just a pocket dump and some gloves.

No Budget: ULA Equipment Dragonfly

In the hunt for a true one-bag, utilitarian option that can handle travel, EDC, hiking, and everything in between, there aren’t many bags that check all boxes – but there are a few that always come to mind. My answer this past year has been the ULA Dragonfly 30. While it was released in 2023, it received some notable updates since my initial review, including an updated padded grab handle, a Velcro patch (and a patchless version), several new material options, and even a larger 36L size. I simply can’t recommend this bag enough, and I hope the ULA team considers adding it to their lineup of customizable packs in the near future for even more fine-tuning.

Laurence Fry – Senior Editor

Under $100: Twelve South ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Charger

The Twelve South Butterfly SE is a sleek, versatile charging device that combines form with function, and saves space in your tech kit! This 2-in-1 charger can be used to charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. It’s Qi2 enabled, giving you the fastest wireless speeds available. It comes in 5 different colors so you can showcase your personality, and matches the Apple aesthetic excellently. You can fold it a few different ways to either provide nightstand mode for your watch, or movie mode for your phone. When not in use, it folds flat, slipping effortlessly into your bag for on-the-go convenience. This is just one of those bits of gear that works, and works really well. I can’t imagine I’ll go back to another charging solution any time soon. If you want to upgrade, you can go for the ButterFly Magsafe version, which comes in an aluminium finish and has a 30W travel adapter set included. I’ve gifted this to family members too, its an all-around champ!

No Budget: Billingham Small Hadley Pro Camera Bag

The Billingham Small Hadley Pro is a compact yet robust camera bag that blends functionality with classic style. It took me by surprise this year, I’ve tested a lot of camera bags and they are one of my most used forms of carry. I’ve watched Billingham from afar for many years, but I finally got my hands on some this year, and the Small Hadley Pro in particular has impressed me. Classic styling, durable materials, phenomenal functionality and good value make it hard to ignore. Made from waterproof canvas and leather accents, it offers reliable protection for your gear. It is also home to a fully customizable interior, it can easily fit a mirrorless camera, lenses, and accessories, or you can remove the padded insert and use it as a weatherpoof EDC bag. The signature front flap with brass buckle closures ensures secure storage while allowing quick access, and an optional padded shoulder strap can be added to enhance comfort for all-day wear. This is ideal for photographers who need a reliable, well-built companion without compromising on style. It has quickly become one of my most carried items. It’s understated, yet unapologetically premium.

Taylor Welden – Creative Director

Under $100: Bellroy x Carryology Card Sleeve

I spent over a week trying to choose which item to write about here. Of course I want to include the coolest and most epic product of all time to share with you. But in the end, I took a step back and thought about… what product do I actually use every single day? A silent hero with quiet design that doesn’t normally catch the bright spotlight. I swap my wristwatches out frequently. Apparel too (obviously). Bags even more so. But whether I’m at home running errands around town in Austin or if I’m riding a snowmobile in -20°C in Svalbard… the trusty item that is always with me… my Bellroy x Carryology Card Sleeve Wallet. Sure, sometimes I’ll also bring a passport wallet for international travel, but the Card Sleeve is always in my front right pants pocket (shoutout to front pocket gang). It carries everything I need and then some. The little pull tab for quick access is just *chef’s kiss*. The fact that it’s in my pocket and gets used every day, but like an English butler, it completely disappears into the shadows until it’s needed… this is why I selected this item. It’s far and away my favorite forgettable bit of EDC that I own. 

No Budget: Bedouin Barbarossa

No budget? No yellow tape? Sky’s the limit? Of course, I could just opt for the most expensive carry item I could think of… but that’s lazy. I want to share something useful with you here. So I’m going with my most used bag of the past several years. This bag has traveled to dozens of countries on five continents with me and it’s also reliably by my side when I’m doing photoshoots here in Austin as well as just rambling around the city. Of course, it’s the Bedouin Barbarossa. I’ll admit, I’m more of a backpack guy. So when I first received this bag, I didn’t know how well it would fit into my rotation. It’s just not “specialized” for any specific thing. Which is exactly why I end up reaching for it 9 times out of 10. Its ultra simplicity is matched by its ultra utility. It just does everything really well without limiting me to just one specialized “thing”. It excels at playing the role as a camera bag, packable travel bag, shopping bag, EDC gear hauler, and much more. I recently added its cousin (the Bedouin Poacher) to my carry quiver. And while I love it and it definitely has its own place, at the end of the day, the Barbarossa still holds the crown.

Richard Edens – Gear Reporter

Under $100: Allmansright Ultralight Gear Lab Bodega Resupply Bag

The classic THANK YOU grocery bag is one of the most iconic and recognizable forms of carry, especially in New York City. BUT: they’re cheap, they rip, and they’re usual suspects down at the landfill. So what’s the solution? The Bodega Resupply Bag by Allmansright Ultralight Gear Lab.

Essentially, this is just a grocery bag pattern made from Dyneema with a beautifully printed design. It evokes nostalgia, simplicity, and the very root of the idea of what Carryology means to me, it’s fun. Within the carry world, ultralight hiking gear seems to be one of the most fruitful DIY spaces at the moment. Inspired makers can snag some ultragrid from Ripstop by the Roll, a sewing machine and be truly creative with their designs, and build that into a business. It’s alive and exciting to see. 

The Bodega Resupply Bag is a kind of punk rock product, a middle finger to the Birkin. It’s a heritage piece for people who’s heritage isn’t foraging for fungus in the countryside, but getting two-for-one Takis at the corner store. 

Allmansright is a family affair cooking up various ultralight-style products in the Bronx, they celebrate nature, and they want to preserve it; I support that.

No Budget: Trakke Bannoch Pro

If a non-Carryologist asked me what backpack to get, without any context or specifics, just said… “idk a good one, budget doesn’t matter,” I’d say go get a Trakke Bannoch Pro. It’s about as refined and close to perfect as a single bag can get when it comes to versatility. Hike with it, fly with it, bring it into an office or out to a safari; besides carrying a parachute or being ultralight, the Bannoch Pro can pretty much do it all. 

My favorite thing about the Bannoch Pro is the access. While the original was top-loading only, the two side zips on the Pro add a clamshell-style opening and quick access to any area of the main compartment. I stash soft and non-fragile things at the bottom of my backpack to protect cameras from drops, so the access to those without having to dig is a major feature for me.

Top-tier components and an aesthetic that’s never failed makes this product one you can hang on to and rely on over time. The additional bit is you’re supporting a group of dedicated folks, cutting and assembling these pieces right there in Glasgow.

Elina Osborne – Gear Reporter

Under $100: Bellroy Tech Kit

I don’t know how I’ve ever functioned without this product. I guess I’d just relied on whatever case I could manage, but as someone who works with a lot of footage, and owns a lot of hard drives, the Bellroy Tech Kit has been game-changing to my organization skills, especially as I’ve been working and traveling a lot over 2024. Under $100, highly functional, and makes the airport “I-swear-these-are-harddrives-not-bombs” flow a lot smoother.

No Budget: Arc’teryx Beta Lightweight Jacket

It’s the best thing to carry, no matter where you are in life. It’s… the lightweight rain jacket. As Arc’teryx continues to capitalize on the rise that is the Gorpcore fashion movement, I continue to love the functionality of their beautiful silhouettes— on both trail and in the city. As someone who identifies as being “hiker trash,” when I wear this, I am on a low-stress, high-fashion runway, with no one but the trees to bear witness to my water-resilient ways. 

David Samwel – Gear Reporter

Under $100: MOFT Invisible Phone Tripod Wallet

The MOFT Invisible Phone Tripod Wallet is the ultimate minimalist companion for the modern traveler, blending function and form with the precision of a well-crafted carry. At first glance, it’s a sleek MagSafe wallet, holding up to three cards securely. But with a simple flip, it transforms into a surprisingly sturdy tripod for your iPhone, unlocking hands-free content creation, conference calls, and Netflix sessions anywhere.

Engineered from premium vegan leather, the design stays true to MOFT’s ethos—ultralight, impossibly thin, and invisibly efficient. The 3-in-1 form factor adapts seamlessly, offering multiple angles in both portrait and landscape. Whether capturing travel moments or powering through a long-haul flight with on-the-go productivity, this tripod-wallet hybrid earns its spot in your EDC.

MagSafe compatibility ensures a snap-on, snap-off ease, while the magnetic strength holds strong without compromising convenience. It’s not just a wallet or a tripod—it’s an adaptable solution for digital nomads and daily explorers alike. MOFT’s Invisible Phone Tripod Wallet proves that sometimes, the best innovations are the ones you didn’t see coming.

No Budget: Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT

The Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT is all purpose-driven design, designed in collaboration with the French Navy’s Marine Nationale. Its 42mm titanium case feels featherlight yet rock-solid on the wrist, built for underwater missions to everyday adventures alike. The “FXD” moniker points to fixed lugs—no spring bars here—ensuring the pass-through strap stays anchored during the toughest adventures.

The GMT functionality offers a clever nod to those who juggle time zones, letting you keep track of home base while immersed in global wanderlust. An easy-to-read matte dial and bold indices deliver clarity at a glance, even in low-light conditions.

At its core, this is a watch built for purposeful carry: reliable, versatile, and ready to clock countless miles on your wrist. If you’re hunting for a do-it-all wrist companion that marries precision with style, the Pelagos FXD GMT is a steady partner—no matter how far off the grid you roam.

JT White – Gear Reporter

Under $100: Ventumgear Burrito

In both categories, I had a very difficult time narrowing down my choices so I went with a tie! For under $100, my first choice was the Ventumgear Burrito sling/pouch. More than any other pouch this year I found myself grabbing this one. An interesting blend of technical materials and solid European construction, the Burrito really is a great product considering its price. The organization is perfect for a pouch of this size and going from pouch to sling mode is a breeze! 

No Budget: Unflowed Mitaka Bag

Let’s be honest, it’s very rare that any backpack these days dares to be different. When I first tried the Mitaka Bag from Unflowed I was really impressed with the unique blend of avant-garde design and useful features. The bag itself is handmade in Korea (one-man band!) by a passionate owner who loves what he’s making and takes great pride in his product. It’s made of high-end materials and is beautiful in its simplicity. A beautiful product to both use and look at, it was my sleeper hit of 2024. 

Cravar Urbanpack

Cravar is a brand not many of you may be aware of but I was truly blown away by their Urbanpack. An Indonesian company that works primarily in leather, Cravar has been making bags for more than a decade and it shows. The Urbanpack blends old-school aesthetics and materials with new-school features such as a lovely harness system and clamshell opening main compartment. The bag is built masterfully and only seems to get prettier and prettier with each new day of use. 

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Made to Move

The collection includes the Ramverk Pro Sling 20L, the Hugger Backpack 25L, and the Ramverk Pro Carry-on. The sling features a bike symbol, nodding to its commute-friendly design. The backpack has a mountain symbol, signaling its outdoor adventure-focused design. And for venturing further afield, the suitcase includes a plane symbol, saluting its intended use for air travel and exploring.

The Hugger silhouette takes inspiration from Polestar’s “Snow” colorway, featuring a white PU leather exterior with ripstop shoulder straps and red zipper pulls. The lining features Polestar’s star logo heat-embossed in a monogram pattern.

The Ramverk Pro Sling offers a bold inversion of the Hugger colorway, with a red ripstop fabric exterior, white zipper pulls, and collaborative graphics on the shoulder pad.

The Ramverk Pro Carry-on exudes understated style with its sleek black exterior, paired with a travel-friendly white interior for easy visibility of the contents, and finished with a pop of color courtesy of red zipper pulls. Details such as a top exterior Polestar logo that seamlessly aligns when the case is closed adds a subtle salute to the car company’s precision engineering.

With their minimalist silhouettes, bold colorways, and functional designs, these collaborative pieces offer a considered balance of practicality and style, helping you enjoy the journey more, whether you’re crossing continents or your local neighborhood.

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Circularity Edition

For those unfamiliar, Forecast is our annual softgoods industry snapshot. Throughout the year, we keep an eye on new releases and developments, from outdoor events to product design forums and runways. It’s a blend of research, observation, and intuition that we piece together to get a good understanding of what’s happening now and to map what’s coming next.

As well as being our fifth year collaborating with Carryology, 2025 also marks the halfway point in what’s often called the ‘climate decade’—a time to step up and embrace sustainable practices. For us in the carry world, that means getting circular, which is why this year’s Forecast is a circularity special. We’re highlighting those who are already doing new and exciting things to build a circular system, showcasing the benefits of breaking away from the take-make-waste approach we’ve always known.

Circularity can seem like a big idea to tackle—reimagining our entire approach to design and production, creating systems where resources are kept in use for as long as possible, and waste is designed out from the start. But for designers and brands, it can also be about finding simple ways to make a positive impact at every stage of a product’s life cycle. It might be as straightforward as Melbourne-based Into Carry, who craft durable products using materials diverted from waste streams. Arc’teryx’s ReBird program tackles the end of a product’s life through upcycling, reselling, and repairing—keeping products in use longer. Then there’s Freitag’s Mono Material Backpack, which has been billed as the world’s first truly circular bag, designed entirely from a single material to make recycling at the end of its life straightforward and efficient. 

If you’re keen to dive deeper, our full 40-page Forecast 2025 is ready for you to download—for free. Inside, you’ll get a full rundown on all of the above and more. Beyond circularity, we cover all the details shaping the carry world—from the styles we’re seeing to new materials. As well as trims and colors setting the vibe for 2025 and beyond. We’ve also spotlighted brands that are worth paying attention to. Whether you’re hunting for inspiration or just curious about what’s next, there’s tons to explore. We’d love for you to check it out, spread the word, and join the conversation.

[Download The Forecast 2025]

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Note, this article will be updated daily. So you can score the hottest deals.

GORUCK

From 4 November to 2 December 2024 GORUCK are offering up to 50% off on selected travel gear and footwear. Score deals on pieces ranging from travel bags such as the GR1 and GR2, to accessories such as the Field Pocket and Wire Dopp and footwear including Ballistic Trainers, Rough Runners, and more.  

Black Diamond Outlet Sale

From 4 November to 25 December Black Diamond are offering 40% to 60% off outlet items featuring past-season gear and apparel.

Allbirds

Allbirds are currently offering up to 50% off select styles for men and women.

Carl Friedrik

Carl Friedrik will be offering 30% off their entire collection from 29 November to 2 December 2024.

Outerknown

You can sign up for early access to Outerknown’s Black Friday deals.

Huckberry

You can access Huckberry’s epic sales right now, where hundreds of items from a wide variety of brands are currently discounted. Grab deals on Relwen, Flint and Tinder, Proof, Filson, Taylor Stitch, and many more.

Patagonia

Patagonia currently have a variety of web specials available for men, women, and children from spring 2024 or earlier at discounted prices.

Snow Peak

Snow Peak is offering 50% discounts on a range of apparel options for men and women.  

11/25 – 12/7: 20% off Takibi Collection

Taylor Stitch

Score up to 50% off Last Call items from Taylor Stitch.

Topo Designs

Topo Designs dishes up a variety of deals on bags and apparel, available now.

Osprey

Bag savings on backpacks, child carriers, hats, and more during Osprey’s sale.

Bleu de Chauffe

Bleu de Chauffe has created special limited-edition releases just for the Black Friday 2024 period. The range includes some of their most iconic models in unusual colors and textures, with great savings to be had too. 

Full Windsor

Full Windsor are currently offering 40% off sitewide during their Black Friday sale, using the code BLACKFRIDAY24 at checkout.

Lume Cube

Lume Cube are offering up to 50% off select gear during their current deals.

Bellroy

Sign up for exclusive deals and first access to Bellroy’s Black Friday sale.

Popov Leather

Popov Leather are dishing up discounts of 40% off a host of gear, from belts and keychains to bags, valet trays, toiletry kits, wallets, and more.

Front Runner

Get up to 50% off select gear from Front Runner during their Black Friday deals.

Triple F.A.T. Goose

Score up to 40% during the Triple F.A.T. Goose Black Friday sale.

Dango Products

Dango Products are offering great discounts across a range of wallets and accessories during their Black Friday sale.

Olight

Running from November 15, 2024, at 8:00 PM EST – December 3, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST.

Arkfeld Ultra – Designed with next-level precision and crafted for both performance and versatility, originally priced at $119.99, now at $89.99 (25% off).

Arkfeld Pro—Regularly $99.99, it is now available at $74.99 (25% off). This special edition blends elegance and power for outdoor adventures and collectors alike.

Additional Holiday Deals and Offers:
Up to 50% Off – Save on other popular models, including high-powered and everyday-use flashlights.
Custom Laser Engraving – Our C2M service allows personalization for 8 of our leading models, including the Arkfeld Ultra and Oclip Pro.

Exclusive Holiday Extras – Orders including a Sphere light come with a limited-edition sticker set, while new customers enjoy free shipping on their first order.

Special Giveaway – Returning customers can claim our Friendship 2025 gift or a 5-meter app-controlled light strip for home decor.

Alchemy Equipment

Alchemy Equipment are offering discounts of up to 50% off sitewide during their Black Friday sale.

Solo Stove

Solo Stove’s pre-Black Friday sale is offering a range of deals on various products.

Helly Hansen

Score savings of up to 50% off across a variety of Helly Hansen gear for men, women, and children, from ski jackets and pants to fleeces, tees, hoodies, and more.

Timbuk2

Get 30% off select styles when you sign up to receive Timbuk2’s Early Access VIP discount code, valid through to 21 November 2024.

Western Rise

Score up to 40% off across pants, tees, shirts, jackets, and more during Western Rise’s Black Friday sale.

DUER

Save up to 50% off select styles for Black Friay (Dates: Nov 25 – Dec 1)

Cyber Monday Exclusive: Up to 50% off Winter Denim – for one day only! Plus, up to 50% off select styles. (Date: Dec 2)

Fjallraven

In-store: Adventure bundle – consumers can get an exclusive promo when purchasing trousers, jacket/parka, and a pack together

In-store sales will be held from 11/29 to 12/2, with a blanket sale of 30% off all products, Kanken included. If you’re looking to give the adventurer in your life a full kit, by purchasing a trouser, pack, and jacket set, you will receive an additional 10% off, for a total of 40% off gear.

30% off all Fjallraven from Black Friday through Cyber Monday

Cotopaxi

25% off current season items at cotopaxi.com (11/22 – 12/2)

Gift With Purchase, Cubos packing cubes (11/30-12/2)

Ininji

Injinji’s Annual Sale runs between Wednesday, November 27 and Monday, December 2.
Select styles are up to 50% off.
There is no code needed for the discount to apply.

Atoms

20% off sitewide on what one publication calls “the most thoughtfully designed sneakers ever.”

Percival

Score up to 40% off select items.

RADMOR Golf

30% off sitewide on RADMOR golf items

Bagsmart

Up to 50% selected styles

Pelican

Pelican has quite the extensive Black Friday / Cyber Monday setup going on this year. From November 22 to 28, you can save 15% off Coolers, Small & Medium Protector & Storm Cases, and Vault Long Cases.

But the savings don’t end there. Check the site regularly for more sales through the final week of savings December 11-16.

5.11 Tactical

Apply coupon code ABR2GIFT to save 15% on select outerwear, socks, knives, gloves, flashlights, and more from now until 31 December 2024. 

REI

Save up to 30% from 15 November through 25 November. Plus, REI Co-op Members save 20% on one full-priced item and an extra 20% on one REI Outlet item.  Use coupon code WINTER24.

Save up to 60% on REI Outlet’s Winter Sale Collection, from 19 November through 21 November. You can stack your 20% Outlet member coupon on top of this.

REI Co-op Members get 20% off one Re/Supply item from 15 November to 25 November with coupon code USED20 at time of purchase. 

Mission Workshop

From 22 November to 2 December, buy now and get a 20% off coupon sent after purchase for future purchases.

Prometheus Lights

Score up to 40% off select flashlights and gear during the Prometheus Lights holiday sale.

Incase

Enjoy up to 65% off sitewide on backpacks, organizers, laptop sleeves, hardshells, phone cases, and other gear from 21 November through 2 December 2024.

Tanner Goods

Tanner Goods are offering a Last Call sale across a variety of gear including backpacks, wallets, belts and more.

Topo Designs

Topo Designs are offering a range of deals from 28 November to 3 December:

• Free Shipping & Gift with purchase $150+: Global Beanie
• Up to 40% off Rover Collection
• Up to 50% off Everyday Carry Bags
• 30% off Mountain Bags (excluding Hydro Sling)
• 25% off Global Travel (Individual Units)
• 30% off Kits (all)
• Up to 40% off Outerwear and Fleece
• 50-70% off Past Season Inventory
• 25% off select Dirt Collection items

Stuart & Lau

Enjoy 20% off sitewide on all orders throughout November with the code BF2024. 

ThruDark

Score up to 40% off on men’s and women’s pieces during ThruDark’s Black Friday sale until 2 December 2024.

Tortuga

Tortuga are offering a range of deals from 29 November through 3 December:

• Pro + Packing Cubes ($350): Save 20%. Buy the backpack and get a free set of cubes.
• Lite + Compression Packing Cube ($230): Save 20%. Get the whole bundle for less than the price of the backpack.
• Additional discounts on all Last Call products
  
  

BioLite

Save up to 40% during the holiday sale.

Luno

Based in Bend, Oregon, Luno is the first brand dedicated to creating a better car-camping experience and offers a full ecosystem to make camping experiences more comfortable and outdoor adventures more accessible.

BFCM Sale: 11/22nd – 12/6, 15-30% Off Sitewide

Whitespace

Performance snow company by Shaun White. BFCM Sale: 11/29 – 12/2, 20% Off Everything

Stellar Equipment

A Swedish mountain sports brand founded in 2015 by a group of passionate skiers. Stellar crafts premium, technical apparel for high-alpine environments, created to function as a system. No seasonal collections, just a commitment to timeless design and uncompromising performance.

BFCM Promotion: Stellar gives 20% of the revenue to an environmental company instead of giving discounts. Customers can vote for what company they want Stellar to donate the money to, in the past years the votes have always landed on World Wildlife Fund

Outdoor Research

Lots of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals from 11/15 to 12/2 including sales on outerwear, different percentage discounts, random drawings to win cash, etc. Check the site often.

Skida

Skida has a lot of promotions planned for Black Friday / Cyber Monday so check back on the site often. For starters, they are offering 30% off Balaclavas.

Shady Rays

Shady Rays will be offering up to 60% off best-selling sunglass styles from Thursday, 11/21 to Thursday, 12/5. Stay tuned for surprise doorbuster deals launching daily from Thanksgiving (11/28) to Cyber Monday (12/2).

Arms of Andes

There will be Arms of Andes deals on the website that will range from 10-50% off, running now until the end of December or while products last. 

Tactile Turn

From now through the end of Monday, 12/2, save 15% off Tactile Turn’s entire catalog (except the Buccaneer) including Titanium Damascus upgrades, custom clip engravings, and lingering Shop Series or Limited Releases. The discount is automatically applied at checkout, with no code required.

Unbound Merino

Unbound Merino are offering up to 40% off during their Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale, from 24 November to 3 December, with no code required.

Gerber Gear

Save up to 50% off select items at Gerber Gear during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale, now through 12/4/24. Some key products on sale include the Prybrid Utility Clip, Dual-Force, Armbar Trade, and more.

Chrome Industries

Enjoy 30% off almost everything and up to 50% off in early Black Friday deals from now until 4 December.

Triple Aught Design

Score up to 50% off select items from now through 29 November.

Trakke

Scoop up to 35% off from now until 2 December.

Urth

Get up to 40% off camera bags and accessories.

MAKR

Enjoy 25% off sitewide, with no code required.

DUER

Score up to 50% off during DUER’s Black Friday sale from now until 2 December.

VALLON

Scoop 25% off sitewide.

Lems Shoes

From now until 2 December save up to 22% off most items and 10% off new Fall ’24 styles and non-Lems gear.

Filson

Filson is offering 40% off select men’s and women’s styles and accessories from now through early December.

NOMATIC

NOMATIC are offering up to 40% off during their Black Friday sale.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Save 15% sitewide excluding third-party gear from now until 2 December.

A heads up: Bellroy and Carryology share the same founders. You can read about our origin story here.

And hey, we’re reader-supported too, so if you find something that sparks your interest and click through and purchase via our affiliate links, sometimes we’ll get a little kickback from the brands or retailers. It helps us to make more content and build this channel. Although, we’ll just point out, some brands don’t have affiliate options, and that’s cool with us too. If the carry is awesome, we recommend it!

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Wingback Journeyman Pen

For many, a trusty pen is a key component of a functional EDC setup. And if you can have something that’s beautiful and built to last, even better. Wingback have created just such a pen with the Journeyman. Designed and crafted in England, the Journeyman Pen builds on Wingback’s original mechanical pen but makes it even better. The pen accommodates any G2 ink cartridge and also comes with a Schmidt EasyFLOW 9000m refill. The length has been increased by 10mm to enhance user comfort and the pen features a machined clip with a subtle Wingback logo. The bolt-action twist mechanism is quick and easy to use, with diamond knurling on the barrel for added convenience.

Material-wise the pen comes in brass, stainless steel, and black steel options, each offering a durable and refined aesthetic for work or personal use. But then Wingback gets a little playful, allowing you to customize your pen on the component level. Mix and match materials across the barrel, crown, and clip to create a distinct aesthetic. The pen comes standard with a cork pen rest but to elevate your setup you can pair it with an optional metal pen rest also available in brass, stainless steel, or black steel. The pen rest doubles as a cable tidy too, helping your work area stay tidy to keep the productivity and creative juices flowing. And for an added personal touch you can even get a personalized inscription on the clip and metal pen rest to make it truly yours.

Clever Supply Co Sidekick Pro

Carrying your camera every day isn’t always easy but Clever Supply Co wanted to find a way to ensure you didn’t leave it behind. Already experienced in creating camera straps and camera bags, they wanted a simplified option ideal for grab-and-go use with your essential kit. So they created the Sidekick Pro, a compact 2L sling designed to carry your day-to-day camera kit. The bag can be worn as a sling or stashed inside your everyday or travel bag, ensuring you can easily take your camera wherever the day leads.

The Sidekick Pro is designed to work with a multitude of compact mirrorless kits and features a padded cube insert and a choice of pockets for storing accessories or EDC items. Additionally, the cube insert can be removed if you need extra space for larger setups. Built to endure everyday use in changing weather conditions, the bag is available in tan waxed canvas and black Cordura options, with weatherproof YKK zippers for added protection. Designed to embrace spontaneous urban outings, stay nimble on outdoor adventures, and carry gear discreetly, the Clever Supply Co Sidekick Pro neatly spans the divide between no camera and larger, bulkier setups, ensuring you’re always ready when epic shots present themselves.

FARA Future-Proof Bags

FARA may be a new brand but its founders have an impressive design pedigree behind them, having originally founded Wookey Backpacks and Wookey Design Studio almost three decades ago. FARA has a significantly different focus, however, launching with its debut messenger and sling bags created for everyday and travel use. Pairing clean urban style with thoughtful features and comfortable carry, the bags include the FARA RĀVEN Messenger in 12L and 16L sizes, as well as the smaller VALR Sling in 3L and 4L sizes.

The FARA RĀVEN Messenger takes its name from a word meaning ‘to wander’ in Old Norse, and is built accordingly. The burly weatherproof construction features a waterproof Carbonate coating and stands up to rugged use, with 360-degree foam padding offering protection for your gear and also providing structure to the bag. The messenger includes magnetic buckle access and a variety of useful quick-access and interior pockets to organize gear. Inside you’ll find collapsible water bottle pockets that can also accommodate camera lenses, as well as two sleeves to store a laptop and tablet. A padded, ventilated back panel helps keep you cool and comfy on the go and the grab handle also serves as a luggage pass-through. And of particular note is the shoulder strap, taking inspiration from backpack carry with a high-density foam exoskeleton supporting the lower-density soft foam on the underside. The strap is ambidextrous and also includes a custom adjustable buckle for ease of use.

Named after the Old Norse word for ‘falcon’, the VALR Sling swoops in for smaller setups. Offering weatherproof construction and a nifty magnetic flap closure for secure but fast access, the sling has a variety of pockets including a microfleece pocket that’s handy for glasses and a hidden AirTag pocket. The sling also benefits from an ambidextrous strap and a padded, ventilated back panel. And for added travel convenience, the sling can attach to the messenger for all-in-one carry.

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As a youth, Falvai recalls his escapades with his father, scouring the aisles of the local department store for rocket kits and building them in his backyard. They were the kind they don’t make anymore: tall cardboard cylinders with gunpowder inside and batteries, engines, and fuses. Each launch was a mesmerizing spectacle as they pierced the heavens, leaving only wisps of smoke behind. 

In retrospect, he muses during our virtual call, he’s always been a self-professed “rocket nerd.”

So in 2016, when his inbox pinged with a new message from an engineer named Mike Miller from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), he leaned unusually far back in his seat. 

NASA was preparing for Mars Landing and they needed special packs to carry their equipment for their mission. They’d tried off-the-shelf solutions but nothing came close to their exacting standards. And so their research had brought them to Mark and Mission Workshop – and they believed Mark was the right person to help. 

The project would be challenging. It was called BASALT. And scientists and engineers were teamed up to simulate Mars exploration in volcanic terrains. They’d set up a communication system similar to what they’d need for Mars missions – this involved the astronauts carrying heavy GPS devices weighing 50 pounds – allowing crew members in the field to talk to those in a control center on Earth. 

The simulations would occur in three different volcanic terrains: Idaho, Hawaii, and Iceland. These terrains were intentionally rugged and mimicked Mars’s surface. It would be rocky, uneven ground where you might have to drop to your knees or swing a hammer just to get around, while lugging seriously heavy loads. The packs they’d tested before were heavy and had been torn to threads by jagged rock or melted by the acid rain found in the volcanic areas. There were also other challenges like access to their gear such as spare batteries and tablets. Protecting their comms devices from the outer space elements, high wind, rain, and extreme cold and heat. The differing heights and body shapes of their astronauts. And how to tell each specialist astronaut apart when on the Mars surface, so their comms lead could help manage the data collection in real time.

Mark tells me he underestimated the challenge and the intensity of working with NASA at the time, but he couldn’t say no; it was too damn interesting to pass up. 

Before he knew it, he was traveling to the Ames Research Center, located in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley. After passing through the many-tiered levels of security, he was chaperoned by a team of scientists and engineers and led to a meeting room full of equipment and wires and blueprints splayed across desks. He was shown the tools they’d use and the communications apparatus. He’d brought a first prototype based on their initial calls and whiteboard sketches, and they’d test it first in their Roverscape, a rocky outdoor area the size of two football fields, sitting in a trailer behind a big glass window to observe the test and gather their first design notes on changes and improvements.

“Development came right down to the wire”, Mark says. Each pack took 10 days to make and had to be handmade, to make sure that every stitch was perfect, and so he sewed into the night, finally shipping the eight packs needed to Idaho as NASA had just embarked on their plane flight. 

The backpack would be called the BASALT EVIB (EV = extravehicular and IB = Informatics Backpack) and Mission Workshop rolled along to the testing terrain, to chronicle and document the tests.

Mark had finely tuned the EVIB and it performed extremely well. It was a triumph of problem-and-solution design, and here’s how it shaped up…

Gear and Load

The softshell backpacks of the EVIB were tailored to accommodate the communications apparatus, including the GPS antennae, and were bolstered by an internal frame, added straps, reinforced double bartacking, COBRA buckles, and load lifters. Special attention was given to securely mounting the shoulder camera, antennae, and managing cable routing, ensuring convenient access to batteries. The communications batteries also got very hot, so Mark designed cooling ports for even airflow, an extraction point for the exhaust, and a shaped top-flap to cover the GPS and protect it from the elements, while allowing the antenna to poke out of the back for clear signals. 

Easy Access, Airflow and Setup

At the base of the pack, Mark added easy access via a base opening for the GPS apparatus, making it easier to slip the bag over the apparatus (instead of trying to place it in from the top). It also allowed easier access to the battery pack at the base so they could change the batteries out without taking everything apart. 

Teams of Varying Size

There was a “one size fits all” requirement for these backpacks, to minimize the daily changes between crews and to keep within the project budget. The issue was that each and every astronaut was different: some women in the team were 5’2” and some of the guys were 6’4”, over 10 inches difference. So Mark designed an all-new adjustable harness that moved on rails and interchangeable waist belts. 

As Little Weight As Possible (But Super Strong)

Standard fabrics like Cordura had failed – they were too heavy and melted in the acid rain. So Mark looked to UHMWPEs for a solution and landed on the newest technological innovation at the time: Challenge Sailcloth’s Ultra. It provided water, acid rain, and high abrasion resistance and cut the weight in half. The white color also helped reduce heating effects from the Sun. 

Unbreakable 

Plastic hardware wasn’t an option. When you’re spending hundreds of millions of dollars and traveling 300 million miles your equipment can’t fail. So AustriAlpin hardware was used in every possible way, ladder locks, slide buckles, and more. The base of the pack was triple-wrapped in fabric, and the frame was aeroplane-grade aluminium alloy.

Color-coding Teams

There were three teams on the mission, each with a different expertise and job. Mark told me, “ They kind of triangulate. So the ground team relays information from the mothership to the communications lead on the surface, and he or she relays that information to the team in the valley. And so that comms lead needs to know who’s who, and be able to understand this from quite a distance.” So he employed Mission Workshop’s ARKIV System and added colored pouches, allowing for a Red Team and Blue Team, for example. He also made sure the pouches had long toggles, so a gloved hand could access them easily, when they were collecting soil and rock samples. 

After Idaho, there was Hawaii and Iceland. Mark and Mission Workshop received footage of astronauts disappearing into volcanic terrain with their EVIBs strapped to their backs, and Mark continued to make small improvements. 

Mark tells me they’ve only recently been given clearance to share this story. Working with NASA, although a lifelong dream come true, also comes with secrecy and protecting the special innovations you make. 

He’s excited to talk about it now. And when I ask him about his favorite moment he gives a surprising answer. “It was making the cover of Astrobiology Journal. You know, because it was something really serious, and taken seriously by this whole world of the science community. It wasn’t the cover of a skateboard magazine or a fashion magazine, you know. It felt like the ultimate street cred,” he laughs. 

He also tells me the EVIBs he designed are being used on another mission. There are moon bases to be built and construction work to be performed on the moon, so the EVIBs can be tailored to that scenario too. But that won’t be an issue, I suspect. Not for a self-professed ‘rocket nerd’ like Mark. 

As we get off the call, Mark and I play a round of what ifs, imagining what a NASA-inspired pack might look like in the everyday world. It was a fun idea, and so we get our teams together and threw some more ideas around… started to shoot for the stars…

And the rest, they say, is history… 

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Formerly known as Project 85, for its 85g per square meter weight, UX10 represents a fusion of durability, weather proofing, and ultra-lightweight construction. Its composition consists of a 100% Ultra-PE 100D woven face, aramid x-ply reinforcement, and a PET film backing. The result is a textile that stands firm against abrasions, tears, and inclement weather conditions without compromising on weight, and we think it looks really cool to top it all off.

What distinguishes UX10 from the crowd is its remarkable balance between toughness and weight, and the woven nature makes it, generally, a better pack material. Traditional heavy-duty fabrics often sacrifice agility for durability. As a comparison, VX21 is almost three times heavier, with the same abrasion resistance rating; 500 cycles. Even more impressively, UX10’s tear strength is three times as strong as VX21. UX10 embodies the ethos of high performance without any of the bulk. Its lightweight nature ensures that adventurers can embark on their journeys, unencumbered, while still relying on their gear.

Inside Line Equipment, renowned for crafting gear that meets the rigors of urban commuting and every day carry, has seamlessly integrated UX10 into their latest collection. From duffle bags to backpacks, each piece showcases the unique look and stellar performance of UX10.

I can’t really overstate the aesthetic appeal of UX10, at least for my own tastes. Consumers like you and I want gear that’s going to perform at the top of its game while looking good doing it, and UX10 delivers. The sleek, minimalist exteriors of ILE bags complement the urban landscape, making a statement without sacrificing utility.

The introduction of UX10 marks a watershed moment for both Dimension-Polyant and partners like Inside Line Equipment. Woven Ultra-PE laminates have taken center stage as of late, and Dimension-Polyant has taken a no-compromise approach to their delivery.

The UX10 collection from Inside Line Equipment continues to expand tomorrow, on March 14th, for its second release with the Radius, Arid Duffle 32L, Micro Messenger, and Load Cell – Cable. You can read more about their first release over at ILE.

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If you’re new to the Forecast, the digital report is our annual snapshot that aims to shed light on what the carry world will look like in 2024 and beyond. For us, it’s a chance to pause and make sense of all that caught our attention from across the year. We explore how everything from pop culture to innovations by big brands or new releases from local artisans might converge or diverge in the coming year. It’s not about prescribing what should happen but plotting where things are heading. For us, it’s about doing our small part to keep designers and brands in tune with future needs and wants, and hopefully avoiding wasted effort and energy. Given today’s climate, being mindful of how we expend energy has never been more important.

So what are we seeing on the cards in 2024? One thing that keeps surprising us is all the positivity in response to the heavy times. Despite all the scary seismic shifts taking place like climate change or AI, there’s an undercurrent of fun and optimism that’s popping up in all sorts of unusual ways. Ranging from the craziness of Marshall Columbia to the futuristic utopia of the Moncler Art of Genius event, designers are putting out good vibes. It’s as if optimism has become its own form of resistance or future-proofing.

Another noteworthy theme that’s running through 2024 is the continued rise of conscious design. Design that isn’t just about aesthetics or function but carries ethical, transparent, and broader societal considerations. Take for example the emergence of brutalist design in the carry world, from brands such as GR10K which takes authenticity to a new level. Or the pushback against greenwashing in the new EU through their new transparency labeling. It’s possible that the design world is reaching a new level of maturity. The “Soft Life” trend, focusing on better quality sleep and general well-being, is a case in point, showing how brands are placing more importance on healthy or mindful values.

This quick rundown is just the tip of the iceberg. For those who want to delve deeper, our comprehensive 40-page 2024 Forecast is available for free download from today here. Inside, you’ll find an in-depth analysis of these themes, as well as coverage of the details we see shaping design in the coming year.  We’d love you to take the time to check it out, share it, and let us know what you think. If you have any insights or questions, you can find us at contact@softservestudio.com.

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Huckberry x 1733 Side Pack 7L – Exclusive

First up is the Huckberry x 1733 Side Pack 7L, a Carry Award-winning sling with enough pop and personality to turn anyone’s head while delivering solid utility and construction. The bag is made with Ecopak EPX400, a high-performance lightweight fabric from Challenge Sailcloth that’s strong, has great abrasion, and is excellent for when wet weather strikes.

Whether you carry it by hand, over your shoulder, or as a waist bag, you’ll find plenty of uses for this multifunctional piece. And with an assortment of organizer pockets, daisy chain webbing, and handy quick-access removable shock cord, your gear will stay neat and tidy whether you’re hitting the trails, the airport lounge, or your local cafe. The exclusive colorway is only available at Huckberry and is a versatile choice for outdoor adventures, day-to-day use, and travel settings too.

Huckberry x 1733 Zip Tote 28L – Exclusive

When you need extra carrying capacity and trusty protection against the elements, the Huckberry x 1733 Zip Tote has your back. Made with the same burly, weather-resistant Ecopak EPX400 as the Side Pack, this hard-working trooper will haul everything from groceries to beach gear, fishing essentials, and supplies for a last-minute weekend getaway. The rigid material creates a self-standing design that stays open for easy packing and access, while the padded, double-layer Cordura base provides added durability for outdoor and travel use.

A small zippered exterior pocket stores small valuables at the ready, while daisy chain webbing and D-rings provide even more options for additional quick-access carry. Grab handles and snap-together shoulder straps give you flexible portability too, making it easy to grab on the go, toss in a vehicle, or shoulder the load as you pursue your next great adventure.

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