Super lightweight but durable, highly breathable, extremely packable, and ready to explore a variety of settings, our Best Travel Clothing champion goes wherever your travels lead you and embraces adventure every step of the way… 1st Place Mission Workshop Signal LT Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be bitin ..read more

Want a packable bag that doesn’t skimp on features? With its sleek aesthetics, useful organization, and comfy carry, our Best Packable Bag champion offers a great carry experience without unnecessary bulk… 1st Place Aer Go Pack 2 Aer SF does it again. Delivering a bag that is functional and sleek. With a clever selection of pocketing the organization of the Go Pack 2 is outstanding. While this bag is packable, you can still fit a 16″ MacBook Pro inside with a decent amount of other gear. When you are done, fold this thing up and toss it in a drawer or suitcase. It is the perfect companion ..read more

Tough carry solutions for tackling mountain bike trails, adventurous apparel for exploring on two feet or two wheels, a savvy camera hand strap, and suave pieces for your daily commute were just some of the diverse pieces that stepped up to shine in May. Discover all of this and more as we check out the month’s best new gear… EDC Dango Titanium Mini Pen Love Dango’s Mini Pen but wish it came in titanium? Well, your wish has been granted with the Dango Titanium Mini Pen. The titanium twist on this stylish and functional EDC pen is made in the USA using CNC machined grade 2 titanium and a stain ..read more

Our Best Luggage champion delivers a first-class travel experience with its blend of functional performance, luxury, and refined style… 1st Place Carl Friedrik x Scuderia AlphaTauri Carry-on Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the ho ..read more

Photo-worthy vintage styling with hard-wearing construction and wide-opening access to your gear? Our Best Camera Bag champion delivers it all… 1st Place Wotancraft Scout Highly Commended These are the pieces that just missed out, and in most cases, by the smallest of margins. To them, we award a High Commendation. The below were of outstanding quality, displaying fine craftsmanship and design flair. With honor, we bow our heads in the utmost respect and kudos. If this were a dais, they’d be biting their teeth into silver medals, while their flags were hoisted into the horizon – a feat not t ..read more

Made for the mountains, our Best Active Backpack champion delivers a deft balance of light weight and durability, paired with great carry comfort and all the features you need for a day of active exploration… 1st Place Mountain Hardwear Scrambler 25 The Best Active Backpack category this year was a really tough competition, with all the nominees being stunning packs, to say the least. But there could be only one winner, and we have a great one. The Scrambler 25 delivers in all areas: overall quality and usability, ultralight materials, and well-thought-out design. And it’s a hard-performing mo ..read more

With its clean and classy design, premium build quality, and multifunctional use for EDC and outdoor settings alike, our Best EDC champion is definitely a cut above the rest… 1st Place GiantMouse ACE Sonoma V2 Edged tools are a foundation of a good EDC kit for a responsible person. A knife was also one of the first tools of humankind, and it totally changed the destiny of our civilization. GiantMouse Knives is a bit like what Mountain Hardwear is in the backpack world – not a mainstream mass manufacturer available on every corner around the globe, but rather a high-performance product for con ..read more

Packing in impressive utility and durability, our Best Sling champion easily adapts to a multitude of loads in a variety of settings… 1st Place 1733 Side Pack 3.5L Nobody here at Carryology was surprised at this win. 1733 and their iconic Side Pack have been hyper-popular, and the latest, smaller 3.5L variant hits all of the same notes in a more compact package. The Side Pack 3.5L is utilitarian to the max, at home on the bike, on the trails, or in the city. The amount of utility packed into such a small bag is impressive. The compression straps keep it tight and close to your body, while sec ..read more

Huckberry is one of the best places on the internet for all things carry related, and in particular when it comes to adventure. Over the last few years, their collaborations and limited editions have become one of their defining characteristics. At Carry HQ we’re always excited to hear about them. This year, they’ve entered a new realm with Italian watchmaker Unimatic. We got our hands on the Huckberry x Unimatic Earthform collection. Now I must confess, I am an Unimatic fan. For the past 6 years, I’ve owned one of their excellent U1 models, and I love it for its minimalist design, clean aest ..read more

Gear reporter, Dave Samwel, dives into one of our favorite French brands – Bleu De Chauffe . Handmade in France and individually signed by each artisan, Bleu De Chauffe’s luxury leather and canvas goods are world-class and nail that sweet heritage vibe. So if you’re looking for refined and classy carry for daily, work or travel, we can highly recommend! Featured bags: Forlarn Belt Bag Bazar Tote Zeppo Business Bag Misha Laptop Sleeve Woody Backpack Hobo Travel Bag The post Bleu De Chauffe | A French Brand You Need to Know appeared first on Carryology - Exploring better ways to carry ..read more