Backpacks

If Yeti’s Panga Duffel bag is too big for your needs, keep an eye out for the company’s newly announced Panga Backpack 28. It has the same waterproof body but in a more compact backpack form. It comes with removable chest and waist straps.

Keep your belongings organized and separated with this smartly-designed travel pack. It offers specific compartments for your your hanging garments, a big laptop, dirty clothes, and much more. Save $19 now in The Awesomer Shop.

If you’re always traveling with different amounts or types of gear, you need a truly versatile backpack. Rolltop bags keep your stuff dry, offer easy access, and expandable space. Our friends at Everyday Carry picked eight great packs that take advantage of a rolltop design.

adidas teamed up with renowned Japanese bag maker Porter-Yoshida & Co. to create a three-way briefcase, a two-way boston bag and a variant of the Campus shoes. The Campus’ upper is made of leather and textile with Porter branding. Drops 5/3/18.

Nike’s slick backpack features a trapezoidal silhouette that makes it look like it dropped in from the prop department of a sci-fi movie. It’s got front webbing for clipping on items, a large top-loading compartment, side zip sections, and a padded 15″ laptop sleeve.

Mission Workshop’s weatherproof rolltop pack offers a huge 22-liter main compartment which can be expanded or collapsed. It’s got room for clothes, and pockets for a laptop, iPad, phone, power chargers, keys, sunglasses, and a water bottle, and comes with a lifetime warranty.

BetterBack’s Super Straps is a pair of backpack add-ons that attach to your bag’s straps. When you pull them tight, they distribute the weight away from your neck and shoulders and closer to your spine, making it seem almost half as heavy.

Tronnovate’s Swift is a backpack with a unique zigzag zipper system. The arrangement of the zipper’s chain lets you open only the top or bottom half of the bag. It also makes it easy to open the bag fully. The Swift is also lightweight and water-resistant.

Aer’s Work is a collection of minimalist bags designed to keep gadgets and other daily essentials protected from the elements. From the cable kit to the large backpack, the bags have a simple all-black water-resistant finish and thoughtfully-designed interior pockets.

The Nomad is a 20L backpack with a built-in hammock. It uses an intuitive system of straps and Velcro patches to guide you in unfolding and folding the hammock back with the rest of the bag. It’s made of Cordura 1000 nylon and nylon mesh.

A rugged soft cooler. The Trooper LT 30 has 2″ wide padded carrying straps that let you haul it as a shoulder bag or as a backpack. Its exterior is resistant to puncturing, water, chemicals and UV light. It also has a pair of mounts for accessories such as the included bottle opener.

The latest in the Danish rain gear maker’s line of waterproof bags. The Scout Bag bears Rain’s trademark minimalist design and matte waterproof fabric. It has a laptop compartment, adjustable straps, and a handle with snap buttons. Available in four colors.

Subtech Sports’ 45-liter Pro Drybag is still lightweight, waterproof, airtight and floats on water thanks to its detachable airbag. But it now has detachable straps, waist belt and sternum straps. There’s also a 100-liter variant, and a waterproof tote bag with no airbag.

The Speed Backpack gets its name from its wealth of magnetically-sealed pockets that can be accessed while you’re carrying the bag. That includes its laptop compartment. It also has self-adjusting straps and is water-resistant. Available in nylon or leather.

A versatile place to keep and transport hand tools, the DEWALT DGL523 has 57 pockets for storing everything from drivers to wrenches to tape measures, plus an adjustable LED lamp which can light up the backpack or task area when working in the dark.

There are tons of great items that we recommend for your daily load out, but we have to give an extra special shout out to Everyday Carry’s latest list – which celebrates gear made by companies owned or operated by the brave men and women who defend our great nation.

Like all of Mission Workshop’s backpacks, the Rhake has a two-layer weatherproof construction that keeps your gear and gadgets safe. I has lots of easily accessible pockets, including the exterior side pocket that fits up to 17″ laptops.

Stephen Kenn’s Remanufactured Collection are bags made from the canvas of military bags from the ’50s and ’60s. The fabric was cut into squares then sewn back together to create unique bags. The backpack duffle measures 23″x 10.5″x 10.5″.

Herschel Supply Co. emblazoned the logo and slogan of skateboard truck maker Independent on some of its most popular products, including the Packable Duffle Bag and the Packable Daypack. Available in three colorways, and perfect for skateboard fanatics.

A modern, minimal commuter backpack made from a breathable, lightweight cotton. Its inside pouch is padded, and holds laptops up to 15″, and has a an easy-access slash zipper pocket outside. Save 61% off the original price in The Awesomer Shop.

Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack is freakin’ expensive. But it seems like it has a great feature for every dollar on its price tag. From adjustable and removable dividers, waterproof side-loading zippers and one-hand adjustable straps, this bag has it all.

Fitly is a small backpack meant to carry a runner’s essential items. It has two pockets in front and two more on its strap. The strap locks the items inside in place so they won’t bounce around. Its back is made of a moisture-wicking and odor-repellent fabric.

Outdoor gear store REI is currently testing an online store for slightly used items that were returned by its customers. REI Used Gear offers significant discounts on a wide variety of outdoor items, including tents, bags, jackets and shoes.

We dig the clean, minimal look of Bellroy’s slimline pack, which features a tube-like construction, assembled from two fabric panels. It has a 16-liter capacity, and includes a padded laptop sleeve and soft, lined pockets for small items.

A compact, urban backpack that doubles as a briefcase tote. It’s got an expandable main compartment with padded section for up to a 15″ laptop, small compartments for accessories, and is made from water resistant, sustainable fabric with a watertight zipper.