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Helinox [New]TERG Daypack 3way and Helinox [New]TERG Daypack Anotherday

Helinox have made a name for themselves creating innovative outdoor adventure equipment. Their TERG line takes that experience and applies it to functional pieces for everyday use. Pieces like the Helinox [New]TERG Daypack 3way, which as the name suggests can be carried in three ways – across the shoulder, as a backpack, or by hand. The 25L bag opens wide for great access to your gear, meaning you don’t have to rummage to get to specific items. Like the Daypack 3way, the Helinox [New]TERG Daypack Anotherday also opens wide for excellent access. The 21L capacity works well for handling day-to-day essentials or an overnight trip, and the stylish silhouette will draw admiring glances wherever you roam.

GORUCK GR3

Love your GORUCK but wish there was something a little larger for travel use? There soon will be with the upcoming GORUCK GR3 backpack, a 45L bag suited to maximum carry-on use. The pack includes a removable padded hipbelt to keep you comfortable on the go, along with bottom MOLLE webbing, side compression straps, interior organization and a dedicated laptop compartment. The pack’s expected release date is November/December 2017, but pre-order now and you’ll save $100. Plus you’ll get the chance to customize the bag with options that won’t be available after the release date. Opt for side carry handles, front MOLLE webbing, and/or an attachable GR3 Tough Bag to suit your needs. In addition you’ll also score a free sternum strap and GR3 leather patch.

Bellroy Pencil Case and Bellroy x MAAP All-Conditions Phone Pocket

Bellroy are all about keeping the little things organized in sleek and durable style, and their two new releases help you do just that. The Bellroy Pencil Case is a stylish and versatile case that’s equally adept at keeping pens and pencils, cables and small work tools, or even toiletries in order. The thoughtful design folds out into a tray for quick and convenient access, with pull loops on either end for easy portability and opening. For more active environments the Bellroy x MAAP All-Conditions Phone Pocket has you covered. The weatherproof leather and YKK AquaGuard Zip protect your pocket essentials against the elements, dirt, sweat and grime, while the soft microfiber lining keeps your phone safe and sound. And with interior pockets for a key, cash and cards you can get to items in a jiffy. A choice of two colorways and two sizes lets you pick the option best suited to your needs and tastes. Plus with its slim and elegant design, it’s easy to slip into a cycling jersey pocket and looks good wherever you use it.

This Is Ground Voyager 2 Weekender

Want to stay organized while looking good on your travels? The Voyager 2 Weekender from This Is Ground hits the mark with its suave aesthetics and useful pockets. Crafted from vegetable-tanned leather, this chic carry offers an easy-access front pocket with interior organization for travel and EDC essentials. Further pockets are available inside the main compartment, including a 15″ laptop compartment, along with sufficient space for clothing and other travel gear for a five-day trip. A zipper lets you expand the bag to squeeze in a little extra when needed, and the back pocket can also be unzipped to form a luggage passthrough sleeve. For further flexibility, the bag can be purchased with an optional power source to keep your tech devices charged up on the move.

KeySmart Pro with Tile Smart Location

KeySmart turned bulky pockets into ordered key carry with its sleek and compact design. Now that good design is even more functional through KeySmart Pro with Tile. The KeySmart Pro still delivers organized key carry and reduces bulk in your pocket, but is also paired with Tile for location tracking. You can use your phone to track lost keys through the free Tile app, as well as ring the keys to help locate them faster and more easily. In addition, KeySmart Pro can also be used to ring your phone if you misplace it, even if your phone is on silent. And for even more functionality, the design incorporates an LED light so you can enjoy handy illumination while cutting down on EDC items.

Scrubba Stealth Pack

It’s hard not to get dirty or sweaty when you’re traveling. And it can also be hard to find a convenient place to wash your clothes during your explorations. But the Scrubba Stealth Pack is your very own portable washing machine. Just fill it with your dirty clothes, water and cleaning liquid, seal the bag and use the interior washboard to give clothes a good scrub. In addition, the weatherproof pack can also protect dry clothes and travel gear against the elements, and even doubles as a portable camp shower. As an added bonus, it can be compressed down into a compact form for easy storage inside your luggage, ready to serve as a daypack at your destination.

Trakke Camo Fingal

Small but mighty, Trakke’s Fingal backpack is a durable, low-key, and compact bag for everyday use. But now its stealthy style is elevated even further, ready to blend into a variety of daily carry environments with a limited woodland camo edition. Crafted with digitally printed waxed cotton twill, the bag offers a 13L capacity for the essentials, with space for a 13″ laptop inside and an exterior quick-access pocket to keep frequently used items within easy reach.

Timbuk2 Blink Pack, Wander Pack and Quest Rolling Duffel

Sometimes the unexpected opportunities, the overnight stays and the last-minute getaways can deliver some of the best travel experiences. And having carry you can grab and go with makes it a lot easier to embrace those moments. Carry like the pieces in Timbuk’s new Travel Collection. Set for a Fall 2017 release, the collection features convenient and versatile bags such as the Quest Rolling Duffel, Wander Pack and Blink Pack. The Quest Rolling Duffel (available in 48L and 66L sizes) can be carried by hand or wheeled, with a wide opening for easy access and multiple pockets to keep your gear tidy. The 40L Wander Pack and 24L Blink Pack keep your tech safe with padded laptop compartments, while also offering a choice of pockets and wide-opening main compartments for hassle-free packing and access.

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Boreas Gear Polaris

The Polaris weighs just 5.6oz (159g) and packs down into its own integrated stuff pocket, making it a convenient bag to store inside larger luggage and use as a day bag at your destination.

Scrubba XL Travel Towel

The Scrubba XL Travel Towel can be rolled into a compact and lightweight form for easy portability. But unroll it and you’ve got a suitably large towel for use after a bath or shower, or a day at the beach. Additionally, wet clothes can be rolled in the towel to partially dry them. This microfiber towel is also fast-drying, making it handy for life on the move.

DxO ONE

Being able to photograph your travel adventures is a great way to capture trip memories. But carrying a bulky, heavy camera curbs your ability to travel fast and light. The DxO ONE plugs into an iPhone which becomes the camera’s viewfinder, allowing you to take professional-quality photographs with a device that’s small enough to slip inside your pocket.

Ricoh Theta SC

Put a different spin on your travel snaps with the Ricoh Theta SC, a lightweight and easily portable camera that enables you to capture 360° images and videos.

Bellroy Passport Sleeve

Bellroy still make the best wallets for travel. Their passport sleeve is a fine example. A bunch of our contributors use this and swear by it.

Outdoor Research Ultralight Z-Compression Sack

The Ultralight Z-Compression Sack compresses travel gear to help you make the most of available packing space. Available in 8L and 12L options, the sack compresses gear with an innovative and simple single-pull motion.

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Duffle Bag

Coming in at 2.82 oz (80g) and offering 40L of storage space, this is a versatile ultralight bag for a variety of travel needs. Use it as a carry-on bag or store it in your luggage in the accompanying stuff sack for use at your destination.

Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader

Books are heavy. The Kindle Paperwhite e-reader is not. Enjoy access to numerous books without the associated carrying weight. Great for passing the time in airports, or simply catching up on some reading while relaxing during your trip. Plus its glare-free screen allows you to comfortably read in bright sunlight.

Aeris Travel Pillow Set

Catching a few winks can be difficult when you’re traveling. However, this travel pillow set will help you drift off on planes, trains, buses, or wherever else the journey calls you to lay your head. The set includes a ventilated memory foam travel pillow, carry bag, earplugs, and a sleep mask.

Roost Laptop Stand

The Roost Laptop Stand features a collapsible design and comes with a carry sleeve for easy portability. The stand is height-adjustable, fits most laptop makes and models, and helps to provide an ergonomic position for laptop use.

KnowRoaming Global SIM Sticker

Staying connected can be tricky when you’re traveling overseas, not to mention expensive if you get hit with pricey roaming fees. The KnowRoaming Global SIM Sticker attaches to your phone’s SIM card, and lets you save up to 85% on international voice and data roaming in over 200 countries.

Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones

These Bluetooth headphones are wireless, meaning you don’t need to worry about obtrusive or twisted cables. Even better, they’re noise-cancelling too, so you can slip them on and zone out in noisy spaces or while kicking back on holiday.

RAVPower Dual USB Power Bank

With its large 16750mAh capacity, this power bank will keep your devices juiced on the go when you can’t access a mains supply. Dual USB ports enable two devices to charge simultaneously, and as an added bonus the power bank also features an integrated flashlight.

Outerknown Traveler Chino

Having versatile clothing that you can dress up or down as required helps you pack less. Clothing like the Outerknown Traveler Chino, which is made from organic cotton twill with a soft hand feel. The front pocket features a coin catch, while a hidden zippered pocket is handy for stashing the likes of a passport.

Aesop Intrepid Gent Men’s Essentials Kit

Traveling can be hard on the body. To help you look and feel your best and stay refreshed on the go, this toiletry kit includes Fabulous Face Cleanser, Moroccan Neroli Post-Shave Lotion and Coriander Seed Body Cleanser.

VOCIER CP38 Luggage Set

When you’re traveling for business, looking sharp is important. The VOCIER CP38 luggage set helps you do just that, keeping up to two suits wrinkle-free in an elegant carry-on case. Also included in the set is a stylish dopp kit that can be stored within a dedicated slot in the case.

The Escapist 2016

Need some travel inspiration? How about an intriguing read during your journey? The Escapist, Monocle’s sister publication, is a travel-themed journal that delves into 10 lesser known cities around the world, essays, reports, and more.

Away Carry-On

The Away Carry-On is a sleek spinner that suits business and leisure travel. A durable and scratch-resistant shell holds up to travel abuse, convenient interior organization keeps your gear tidy, and integrated USB charging lets you avoid competing for crowded airport charging points.

Outlier Doublefine Merino Hoodie

A stylishly tailored fit, high neck zip to keep the cold out, as well as an extended back are all good reasons to add this hoodie to your travel gear. Combine these with its moisture-wicking and odor-resistant merino wool construction, and you’ve got a great piece of gear for roaming.

Outlier Futureworks Pant

Technical meets timeless style with the Outlier Futureworks pant. Designed to be lightweight, breathable and strong, this pant is suitable for hot and humid climates but looks good year-round for work or play. The fabric is water resistant and incorporates stretch for better freedom of movement.

Arc’teryx Blade 28 Backpack

Designed for overnight travel, the Blade 28 keeps tech, clothing and other travel items neat and tidy in a range of compartments and pockets. The clamshell-style opening provides easy packing and access, while top and side grab handles help to maneuver the pack in tight spaces or over short distances.

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Luggage

For the business man… Arc’teryx Blade 28

For adventures…  Osprey Farpoint 55

For airport to hotel… Alchemy Equipment AEL008

From 1st class to resort… Samsonite Lite-Cube

Daypacks

Boreas Gear Taurus

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Day Pack

Apparel

Outlier Ultrafine Merino T-Shirt

Duckworth Vapor Tee New color-ways of moisture-wicking vapor tees. Well tailored. Can be dressed up or down.

Outlier C/O Pivot Shirt

Alchemy Equipment AEM076 Cotton/Hemp Knit SS T-Shirt

Alchemy Equipment AEM031 3XDRY Tech Cotton Shacket

Alchemy Equipment AEM028 Stretch Wool Blend Chino

Outlier New Way Longs

Huckberry x Apolis Transition Short Water-resistant shorts.

Outlier Slim Dungarees

DISH & DU/ER No Sweat Pant

Patagonia Men’s Nano Puff Jacket

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The carry accessories category is our most wide-sweeping and arguably our most dynamic. Accessory ranges from tech sleeves to toiletry bags, travel wallets to packing aids, and basically includes any piece of smaller carry that’s contributed to your carry coming up trumps.

We look forward to seeing how you vote!

You have two votes to use as you will…

Allocate your 1st choice with 2 points

And your 2nd choice just with the 1 point. 

Note: any votes made over the allotted limit will be wiped from the voting tally. 

Topo Designs Dopp Kit

Anatomy of a good dopp: Triangles work well, as they give you great visibility in use and prevent the cheeky little bugger from toppling off the sink and onto the sodden bathroom floor. A bit of personality also helps, in the same way as nice underwear reveals your care for the details. Affordable is a nice bonus, as it is just a toiletries bag. And I’d say Topo definitely puts it all together with this bright little standout. 

Eagle Creek Specter Packing Cubes

Not the most organized person? Forever clawing through your carry-on for those spare socks you hastily shoved in there? Meet one of the most comprehensive packing cube ranges on the market – the Specter. It’s crazy lightweight, fun to use, and helps you get better organised. Oh, and for a water-resistant equivalent, make sure you also check out Exped’s Zip Packs.

Bellroy Passport Sleeve

While our contributors were not allowed to vote for any product they themselves were involved with, there were plenty of other votes for the Bellroy Passport Sleeve. This is a clean and simple leather sleeve for your passport and some key cards. The integrated pen, the delightful pull-tab action, and the fact that this is just leather and thread make this a very refined way to skip around the world.

Triple Aught OP1 Pouch

This pouch is great for tucking away EDC and even survival items (if you’re a little Rambo-ish on the weekend). It can be carried on your backpack, vest or as a drop-in pouch for any day pack or overnight bag and gets bonus points for flexibility. It has a nifty fully clam shell design that helps the pouch settle easily when placed on non-flat surfaces like rocks or unlevelled ground, and heavy duty elastic webbing keeps the interior safe and secure. It’s real nice, even if you don’t wear camouflage.

Munroe Mega Dangler

Made with stonewashed 6-4 Titanium, the Munroe Dangler Series, named after its craftsman, Deryk Munroe, is an essential tool for any EDC fanatic. Why? It’s a combined key hanger clip with a pocket tool that not only removes the necessity to add any additional bulk or weight to your pocket, but sports a screwdriver, cutting edge and bottle opener to boot. FYI Munroe is best known for their exceptional knives, so that’s another reason to be nice.

Scrubba Wash Bag

Some of the precious time that one-bag travel saves you in airport waiting, later gets consumed in washing those 2 pairs of undergarments you brought on your 3-month jaunt. Rather than bumbling around in a bathroom sink or hotel tub, you can now wash anywhere (even on the rickety old bus trip if you so desire). But be prepared to get a few strange looks when you’re sloshing this thing around on the 412 Express.

Barrett Alley Revelation Wallet

This husband and wife duo produce some of the finest uber-premium-quality handmade wallets in the US. They’re front-pocket-carry thin wallets are “functional artworks” if you will, with focus and attention to detail. When our very own, Taylor Welden, visited their workshop and sat in awe as they meticulously worked their magic with needle and thread, he crowned it a “silent performance.” And we dig artisans who go about their work like artists…maybe more of us should follow suit.

One Point One Pen Case

This is just another really beautiful object, with a poetic motion to open and close. It utilises material properties well, meaning there is no extra structural elements needed and would make a classy addition to any oak desk or oval office. The only draw back: you’ll have to hunt down some really damn good looking pens to live in it.

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