Backpack

An EDC convertible laptop bag from Tom Bihn? Meet the Cambiata! Preorders open on July 20!

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NEWS – I love the flexibility of a good convertible bag, but many of the designs I see present usability compromises as you switch between carrying modes. The new Cambiata by Tom Bihn looks it might fix that! Tom Bihn calls it a convertible tote/backpack, but it looks more like a vertical messenger to me. […]

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The new Grandfather Backpack Case from Saddleback Leather is something I’ve never seen before…

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NEWS – Saddleback Leather is always doing interesting things with new leather designs including takes on classic leather forms like Gladstone-style bags. Their recent releases have played with variations on hard-sided cases… which brings us to the brand new Grandfather Backpack Case released this week. The Grandfather Backpack Case is a hard-sided briefcase — box

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You’ll never misplace your umbrella when you’re wearing it on your back

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NEWS – Don’t you just hate it when it starts raining and you don’t have an umbrella? You’ll never get drenched again if you have an EZ FUNSHELL Backpack Umbrella. This backpack is designed to hold your everyday gear and then when it rains, you can pop out the built-in umbrella. The 5-layer umbrella protects

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BackTap puts 3 gallons of cold drinks on your back

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NEWS – Backpacks aren’t just for laptops and books, they can be for booze too! Check out the BruMate BackTap which features an easy to clean removable stainless steel insulated insert and built-in tap for easy drink pouring. The BackTap has the capacity for 3 gallons of liquid, 14 slim cans, 12 regular sized cans,

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Lander Traveler 35L Backpack review – Perfect for one bag travel adventures

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REVIEW – I’ll be honest up front here.  I’d been eyeing Lander’s packs since I missed being a backer on their successfully funded Kickstarter campaign back in 2018.  Their packs just had a great look and appeared to be loaded with solid functionality.  I couldn’t accept Julie’s offer to review a Lander pack fast enough. 

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Tom Bihn Techonaut 45 backpack review – you get what you pay for

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REVIEW – As I prepare to enter my middle-age years, I have done a lot of reflecting lately. One of the trends I have noticed the older I get is to gravitate towards paying more for quality rather than always buying the cheapest functional version of something I need. Case-in-point: I probably used and wore

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Zinmark backpack review – a bag with a split personality

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REVIEW – The Zinmark Backpack has a sneaky secret. It starts as a sleek, low-profile bag for your office essentials. That’s only part of the story though. When needed, the bag transforms into a fully-featured gear hauler. Let’s explore, shall we? To the review! What is it? It’s a laptop backpack designed for school work

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Able Carry Daily Backpack 20L X-Pac and accessories review

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REVIEW – Bags and packs have become staples in our EDC (Everyday Carry) gear, and although I have a handful of favorites, I’m always on the lookout to try out a new one.  Able Carry has some great-looking backpacks and accessories in their product offering, so I was very interested to give them a hands-on

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MyShittyBackpack GoApe Multi-pocket Cotton/Hemp Backpack review – Crappy name but nice backpack

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REVIEW – Now I know what you’re thinking… “What’s up with that brand name?” But the GoApe Multi-pocket Backpack from MyShittyBackpack isn’t even close to being as bad as the name would suggest. What is it? The GoApe Cotton/Hemp Backpack is a medium-sized multi-pocket bag recommended for everyday carry, day trips, short hikes or beach

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Booē Waterproof DayPack backpack review

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REVIEW – Summertime is here, and with it, trips to traditionally wet and sandy places. But, as Gadgeteers, can we really enjoy the beach, lakeside, or pool without our gadgets? What about the severe reaction to water and sand that electronics are susceptible to? Won’t someone think of the gadgets!?!?! Booē (pronounced like the water

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