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Backpacks
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A Beginner’s Guide to Tactical EDC Backpacks and MOLLE
What makes a Tactical EDC Backpack…”Tactical”? You’ve heard the term before; tactical backpack. It’s hard to... Read more
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The Best Camera Backpacks Buyer’s Guide 2019
Camera backpacks need to tick a lot of boxes: they have to provide comfortable carrying, along... Read more
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ON TWO WHEELS
The 9 Best Motorcycle Backpacks to Buy in 2024
You’re skipping four wheels for two. Public transport for the thrill of the throttle and that... 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 Laptop Backpacks for Professionals
Updated on 15 July 2018 More and more, the backpack is being chosen as the office... Read more
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Backpack Shapes & Functions
Backpack Shapes & Functions You people watch right? Everyone does, and it’s an enjoyable activity. Sitting... Read more
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Road Tests :: Arc’teryx Khard 30
One of our favorite backpacks yet, the Arc'teryx Khard is a tactical backpack that does great... Read more
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External Frame Backpacks – Applying the Old Ways to the New Journeys (Part 3)
In Part 3 of “External Frame Backpacks – Applying the Old Ways to the New Journeys”,... Read more
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Our Favorite Japanese Backpacks Right Now
We’re a little obsessed with Japanese design, and especially their backpacks. But there’s a good reason.... Read more
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The Best Urban Daypacks and Backpacks
The street fashion or ‘urban’ game can be hard to navigate. More often than not, there’s... Read more
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Best Carry-On Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Highly considered and built to embrace wherever your next trip takes you, our Best Carry-On Bag... Read more
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5 Best, Expert-Tested Bike Commuter Backpacks to Buy in 2023
Looking for a bike commuter backpack? Delve into five solid cycling options… Growing up in Boulder,... Read more
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Best Everyday Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
With its sleek style, durable build, multifunctional versatility, and awesome value for money, our Best Everyday... Read more
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Road Tests :: TAD FAST Pack Litespeed Backpack
Triple Aught Design’s (TAD) FAST Pack Litespeed (FPL) is my favorite backpack in my vast personal... Read more
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10 Best Bike Commuter Backpacks, Tested
What makes for the best bike commuter backpack? What makes it different than any regular pack?... Read more
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Road Tests :: 5.11 Tactical RUSH 24 Backpack
We've been amping to get our hands on a 5.11 Tactical for a while now, just... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Champion | Carry Awards X
With its great organization, convenient access, durable build, and sleek looks, our Best Work Backpack champion... Read more
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Road Tests :: Tom Bihn Synapse 25
We put the Tom Bihn Synapse 25 to the test to find out if it can... Read more
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Drive By :: TAD FAST Pack Litespeed (Exclusive 1st Look) + Giveaway!
Drum roll, please. Here it is, folks. The brand new redesigned Triple Aught Design FAST Pack... Read more
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Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20L Review :: Drive By
You’ve heard all the stats – nearly $5M raised and over 17,000 backers made the Everyday... Read more
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Road Tests :: Côte&Ciel Isar Rucksack (SXSW ’13 edition)
"That is one fancy backpack." I heard this statement, verbatim, at least a dozen or... Read more
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Buyer’s Guide :: Best Heritage Backpacks
Heritage is a trend that has been sweeping across the carry world in recent years. Everywhere... Read more
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Road Tests :: CamelBak Tri-Zip
Finally, Ando gets around to sharing the dirt on his favorite active travel pack – the... Read more
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Road Tests :: Heimplanet Monolith Daypack
Heimplanet is an innovative tent company making a move into carry.... Read more
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Buyer’s Guide :: Best All-Rounder Backpacks
The world of carry is built on the foundation of reality – fabrics, threads, buckles, straps,... Read more
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Road Tests :: Mission Workshop VX Fitzroy Rucksack
We love Mission Workshop. From innovative formats to trick new hardware details, they're one of the... Read more
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2 Years with the Arc’teryx Veilance Nomin 1.0
I’ve spent nearly two years with an Arc’teryx Veilance Nomin, and I’m finally ready to review... Read more
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Backpack vs. Briefcase
In October, the Wall Street Journal delivered an article that had the carry community talking: The Backpacks Are... Read more
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Kletterwerks Flip Review :: Road Tests
Dana Gleason (founder and CEO of Mystery Ranch) is one of the names which immediately spring... Read more
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Buyer’s Guide: the Best Custom Backpack and Bag Makers
For the carry enthusiast, a good bag is a thing of beauty. But whisper the word... Read more
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Road Tests :: Mission Workshop VX / R8 Arkiv Field Pack
Three testers, multiple configurations, and lots of travel. We finally report on how Mission Workshop's top-of-the-line... Read more
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Best Everyday Bag Champion | Carry Awards IX
One bag for all your day-to-day needs? Challenge accepted with our Best Everyday Bag 2021, which... Read more
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Best Packable Bag Champion | Carry Awards X
Want a packable bag that doesn’t skimp on features? With its sleek aesthetics, useful organization, and... Read more
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Road Tests :: Mission Workshop Vandal Backpack
Road Tested | Mission Workshop Vandal | Part 2 Mid test summary So I’ve been using... Read more
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Our Favorite X-Pac Backpacks Right Now
Once you’ve carried a backpack made from X-Pac, it’s hard not to get addicted. From the... Read more
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Best Camera Backpacks for Hiking Adventures
Heading on a hiking adventure with your camera gear? A camera backpack needs to find that... Read more
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The Most Popular Bags and Backpacks of 2018
With a new year upon us, we’re eagerly anticipating the carry gear on the horizon. But... Read more
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Third Annual Carry Awards :: Best Work Backpack Results
1st Place Haglöfs RYGGSÄCK N:o 1 In any great product experience, there is as much story... Read more
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Road Tests :: Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC (Giveaway)
Intro This is not a road test. Oh no sir. It would have been a... Read more
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Road Tests :: SLICKS Suit25 Backpack
A purpose built backpack for the cycling commuter For as much as we may try to... Read more
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Osprey Daylite Expandable Travel Pack 26+6 Review
Osprey has been around for a long time and is hugely respected by carry enthusiasts and... Read more
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Best Active Backpack Champion | Carry Awards X
Made for the mountains, our Best Active Backpack champion delivers a deft balance of light weight... Read more
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Our Team’s Favorite Bags Under $100
The carry world is full of expensive bags. But that doesn’t mean you need to splurge... Read more
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Best Work Backpack Results :: Carry Awards IV
The votes have been counted, samples played with, and our team of specialists locked in and... Read more
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CARRY AWARDS IX
Best Work Backpack Champion | Carry Awards IX
Work-friendly style, intuitive access and organization, and comfy commute-ready carry? Our Best Work Backpack 2021 puts... Read more
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7 Expensive Backpacks Actually Worth Their Price Tag
The more expensive something is, the better quality it is, right? Well, not always. There are... Read more
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