News, reviews and articles about bags (laptop bags, messenger bags, shoulder bags, backpacks, pouches and more).
Even when you don’t need to carry a full gear bag, you still need some basic necessities for your day:  wallet, keys, phone, and a backup battery, if you’re a power user.  Of course, you’ll probably need a small bag to carry these things in, since women’s clothing still doesn’t have useful pockets.  The Everpurse […]
Charge your iPhone in style with this Everpurse Kate Spade crossbody Read More
I admit it. I’m a Topo Designs fan boy. They always brings unique & interesting color combinations to the party, and the Spring lineup is no exception. You’ve got two new Rover Pack color combos in turquoise/clay (shown above) and an olive/khaki combo. They’re also adding a khaki/turquoise color combo to their dopp kit and
New 2018 spring colors from Topo Designs to add some fresh style to your carry! Read More
Oberon Design is a USA-based company that designs and creates beautiful, useful leather accessories and bags.  The Gadgeteer has reviewed many of their products over the years, and we’ve been selected to put another of their bags to the test.  I was happy to be selected to review the Sonoma Tote when Oberon Design sent
Oberon Design Sonoma Tote review Read More
A MacBook is a great computer for a mobile warrior, but wouldn’t you rather work on a more powerful computer with a 27-inch screen vs. a MacBook with only a 15″ display? You can leave your laptop at home and carry your iMac to work with the Lavolta iMac carrying case. The Lavolta carrying case
Take your iMac to Starbucks with this handy shoulder bag Read More
The new Sonoma Tote from Oberon Design is beautifully designed and US bench-crafted, as we expect from Oberon Design. Â The bag is made of black leather with tooled leather panels on the front and back of the bag. Â The image seen here is the Oak Leaf design in the middle; other choices for the tooled
Oberon Design’s Sonoma Tote carries your gear and does some good, too Read More
Some days you can carry light, and other days you need everything plus the kitchen sink. Â For days when you need everything, the O.G. and O.M.G. bags from Lo & Sons can carry your heavy loads and still look stylish. Â The dome-shaped bags can serve as a travel bag, a commuter bag, or a trip-to-the-gym-after-work
The O.G. and O.M.G. bags – for when you need an everything EDC bag Read More
The Douchebags Carryall 65L duffle bag is an unfortunately named, versatile, cavernous bag that is solidly built. It is a little over-engineered and has some small design defects that make it difficult to justify the $199 price tag, but its durability and multitude of handles redeem it slightly. What is it? The Douchebags Carryall is
Douchebags Carryall 65L duffle bag review Read More
A recent trip to the local wine store has opened my eyes to the many possibilities for smuggling alcoholic beverages with you in a variety of purse styles.  Apparently, now the seemingly health-conscious can also smuggle in their potables (potent or not) in this yoga mat-like Sling Beverage Cooler.  The sling measures 28″ long x 3.25″
Forget yoga. Get your workout by toting around some beverages! Read More
The Gadgeteer will turn 21 years old this summer and that means that we’ve reviewed a LOT of products over the last 2 decades. One of our favorite products to review are bags, and we’ve sure reviewed a lot of them. A few weeks ago I was asked if I might like to review the
I have developed a real affinity for leather products. When they are well made, they are sure to last a lifetime. When Buckle & Seam offered their Messenger Bag – Sierra 15″ for review, I was eager to give it a try. I found that it is an attractive bag and has a variety of
Buckle & Seam Sierra 15″ Messenger Bag review Read More
The Zinnia Convertible bag converts from a backpack to a crossbody bag, but what doesn’t change is its ability to hold everything you need to carry for your day.  The Zinnia is made of rich, mahogany-colored leather, lined with a wool-blend fabric imported from England, and accented with forged steel hardware and hand-pounded copper rivets.  It’s
This Intrepid Bag Co. bag holds your entire EDC kit – including an iPad Pro or laptop Read More
Waterfield has recently announced its Atlas Executive Athletic Holdall, a bag designed to be an all-in-one everyday transporter. It is meant to be both a briefcase and athletic bag, enabling you to seamlessly go from gym to office and back again. It has a padded laptop compartment and organizational pockets for all your EDC needs plus separate compartments to
Waterfield announces its new Atlas Executive Athletic Holdall Read More
A few years ago, I reviewed a cute little clutch case for the iPad mini from Duchess Case. Â The case looked like a clutch handbag instead of a utilitarian bag, so it was ideal for the woman who wanted something more fashionable than the standard tablet case. Â I was checking out the Duchess Case website
Carry your laptop in style with the backpack from Duchess Case Read More
The bags we use to carry our daily gear are chosen based on a variety of criteria. Large messenger bags work great when you have a lot of bulky items, smaller bags are better when all you need to carry is a wallet and a phone. And then there are medium sized bags like the
Peak Design Everyday Sling 5L bag review Read More
Earlier this year, I reviewed the Waterfield Maverick Laptop Messenger Bag and loved it for its leather which gets better looking as it’s used and abused. Waterfield’s new Air Porter carry-on bag serves a different function and wasn’t made to compete with the Maverick—but it sorta can. The Air Porter may be made to be
Waterfield Air Porter carry-on bag review Read More
A long time ago, I told you about a wet-shaving travel kit I had assembled for my husband.  Since then, I replaced the original leather razor case with the beautiful, sturdy, and safe WaterField Razor Case, which still looks great and performs wonderfully.  What doesn’t look so great now is the faux leather bag I
WaterField’s Duo Dopp Kit is exactly what the traveler needs for toiletries Read More
A few months ago I had the pleasure of going to the Moleskine 2017 Fall & Winter Preview in New York City. They unveiled new products such as planners, bags, notebooks and more. I had a nice time taking in the awesome views of the New York City skyline while viewing some lovely new products.
Moleskine Fall & Winter Event in New York City Read More
At least I hope the Peak Design Everyday Sling 5L will make downsizing fun because they sent me one to try and I’m going to put it to the test next week by leaving my full-sized Timbuk2 messenger at home while I use the 5L in its place. This is PD’s smallest bag which has been
Peak Design’s Everyday Sling 5L bag makes downsizing fun Read More
I’ve used Healthy Back Bags from Ameribag for years.  I even reviewed a shiny red vinyl HBBevo bag a couple of years ago that I still like and use.  This new Urban Traveler Healthy Back Bag shares some design features with my old bag.  It still has the main zipper against your back to prevent
This Ameribag protects your back and your identify Read More
When looking for the right bag, I am as captured by form as I am by function, sometimes to the point of making concessions on function when I find a real head-turning item. This is exactly the state I find myself in after using the Hardside Leather Carry On from Saddleback Leather Company.Â
Saddleback Leather Company Hardside Carry On bag review Read More