News, reviews and articles about bags (laptop bags, messenger bags, shoulder bags, backpacks, pouches and more).
REVIEW – Sling bags are all the rage these days, and it seems like every company that offers soft goods is producing a sling bag or three. Some of these products are small and simple, others are large and multi-featured. The Man Bag Co. recently released their The City Sling V2 “for guys who carry […]
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If you hate carrying a bag on your shoulder every time you go shopping, traveling, etc. you might be interested in the TerraOmni Vest which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s take a look. What is it? The TerraOmni Vest is a wearable gear organizer/bag with tons of pockets that is
TerraOmni Vest review – A wearable gear bag? Read More
REVIEW – Aer got their start by crowdfunding a combination gym/office bag and as they approach a 10 year anniversary next year, they now have quite an exhaustive collection of bags and travel essentials. I still have their first generation Travel Pack and after all this time it’s barely showing any wear. So a chance
Aer Travel Weekender review – Have duffle, will travel Read More
REVIEW – Even though I’m female, I don’t regularly carry a purse/bag when I go out of the house. I usually put my wallet in my pocket along with my car fob and my phone. Although that works, it’s not exactly comfortable. And if I need to carry something else, forget it. So, I have
Bellroy Lite Sling Mini review – I love this minimalist bag! Read More
REVIEW – For the last 10 years, my goto carry-on bag was a free overnighter that I got from work. It’s about as cheap as luggage can be and still function. When the opportunity to review the Roam medium duffel came up, the timing was perfect – a busy summer travel season and a current
Roam Medium Duffel review – Custom luggage that’s a pleasure to use Read More
REVIEW – The first toiletry travel bag I ever had was from the early 1980s. It was a vinyl zip up bag that came with my Remington shaver. It eventually cracked and dissolved from years of use and exposure to DEET bug repellent. I’m not quite as adventurous now but the WaterField Travel Toiletry Bag
WaterField Travel Toiletry Bag review – Tip top tiny tote Read More
REVIEW – Is it a sling bag? A small messenger? Whatever you call it, the Grams28 154 City Pack wants to be your new best friend for day trips, coffee shop hangs, and even a small carry-on when you need a bit more than your pockets can handle. How does it perform as an EDC
Grams28 154 City Pack review – An upscale EDC sling bag with excellent usability! Read More
REVIEW – There are lots of organizations out there that want to change the world for the better. GOT BAG supports ocean clean-up efforts, reaping the haul of plastic removed from the ocean and turning it into useful products. Today, we’re going to look at a product that aims to do just that by repurposing
REVIEW – I’ve come to realize that I may never find my perfect backpack, but that search pales in comparison to the search for a work worthy tote that can carry a laptop. I think we’ve been looking for one for my wife for her entire career. Troubadour Goods recently offered up their Featherweight Tote
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REVIEW – My husband has accumulated many things he needs to bring in his everyday travels. Shorts or pants pockets can no longer hold what he needs on a daily basis. He has been looking for a good lightweight, small bag to carry his two wallets (yea, don’t get me started!), reading glasses, a large
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REVIEW – When I travel, I already have a couple good suitcases to carry what I need. Sometimes, however, they are too much space—think overnight trip—and at other times they are not quite enough, like when I travel to a conference for the week. For times like these, a good duffle bag is exactly what
Troubadour Embark Duffle Bag review – when ordinary is not good enough Read More
REVIEW – A good tech organizer keeps your EDC kit from descending into tangled madness. It just so happens that Mujjo makes a Tech Case that fits the bill, keeping your doodads and whatnots well ordered and organized. Just how good is it? To the review! What is it? The Mujjo Tech Case is a
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I consider myself a minimalist, so I don’t need to carry a huge bag filled with a bunch of things I don’t need or won’t use on my short adventures. In 2021, I reviewed the bolstr Small Carry and AUX Pocket bags (pouches?) and have continued to use the AUX Pocket when
bolstr AUX Sling review – a minimalist EDC 3-in-1 bag Read More
REVIEW – Looking for a leather bag on a budget? I’m testing the Anuent 13″ Leather Messenger Bag. This little guy is just the right size for essential tech, has a bunch of character, and costs less than 60 bucks! It looks like a bargain… but does it stand up to testing? To the review!
Anuent 13″ Leather Messenger Bag review – A scrappy little bag for your essential gear! Read More
REVIEW – I’ve noticed that when I go camping with our Scout troop, I usually shove my lunch into any nearby paper or plastic bag I can find. I never remember to use a small cooler. Now I get to try out a soft-sided lunch bag without a load of branding, which is exactly my
Tacticism 12L Lunch Bag review – Stay cool, look cool Read More
REVIEW – Headed over to a friend’s house and want to bring a few cold drinks along? Oh, you’re thinking of riding your bicycle there or maybe even walking? That takes the typical cooler out of play. What if I told you that there’s a solution that’s bike and/or hike-friendly and doesn’t take up much
REVIEW – If you are unfamiliar with Waterfield Designs (aka SFBags) then you should know that they make some of the best bags and gear, hands down. I still have laptop sleeves from 10+ years ago that have held up beautifully. This time, I got my hands on their new lovely Essential Duffel, which I’ve
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REVIEW – We all have preferences when it comes to carrying our gadgets around. I migrated from briefcase to backpack some years ago as they became more “business acceptable,” but there are times when the briefcase format is a more suitable choice. Why not both? Anuent’s Leather briefcase suits both configurations well, and, made of
Anuent Leather Convertible Briefcase Backpack review – Luscious leather luxury luggage Read More
REVIEW – Look at me, taking in some culture at the art museum! It just so happens that I’m rocking the perfect companion for this trip in my Oda Go Pack. It’s a bag that’s just big enough for carrying your essentials. No pockets required! To the review! What is it? The Oda Go Pack
ODA Go Pack shoulder bag review – A great way to carry your EDC Read More
NEWS – Sling bags are in. Check out the CIVIC Access Sling 2L or CAS2, the latest sling bag from EVERGOODS, makers of crossover backpacks and accessories. While the CAS2 bears a resemblance to its larger sibling, the Mountain Hip Pack 3.5L, the CAS2 is a slimmer, more low profile sling for your small EDC
EVERGOODS CAS2 is a slim sling bag with lots of organization for your EDC gear Read More