Awesome Bags

Opposethis‘ minimally-styled backpack has a sleek V-shape design that makes both the contents at the top and the bottom easier to reach. It has a dedicated laptop compartment that fits up to 15″ laptops and is made of waterproof nylon. There’s also a 13″ version.

Bag and luggage maker Away offers gift sets that come in a miniature carry-on. There’s a grooming gift set, a beauty set, an essentials set, and just the carry-on itself. The carry-on comes in a variety of colors and materials, but we think the aluminum one is the best.

Ghost Outdoors‘ flexible, insulated bag can keep drinks and other items cold for up to 48 hours. It holds up to 18 cans or 14 bottles. It’s made of waterproof tarpaulin and has a padded insulated core, a weatherproof front pocket, and a bottle opener.

If you’re going to outfit yourself with some new gear, why not show your support for those who risked their lives for our country, safety, and freedom? Everyday Carry shares with us five great items which are sold by U.S. veteran-owned companies.

Standley’s LeanBag is the world’s first backpack that you can lean on. It has an aluminum frame that provides ample support for your back, and a rollout sitting pad to protect your butt from dirt. It’s dirt- and water-resistant and has lots of compartments to organize your belongings.

Bagsmart’s Xpedition backpack uses modules that attach to an X-shaped frame using Fidlock magnetic snaps. This not only keeps your items compartmentalized, it also distributes weight evenly, reducing strain when carrying the bag. You can choose from three module sets.

Filmmaker Spike Jonze collaborated with The North Face’s Japan-only sub-brand Purple Label to make two wonderful bags – a shuttle roller and The North Face’s classic 3Way Bag. Both bags are made of Italian wool and come in two plaid color schemes.

A simply gorgeous open-top backpack with a structured look and easy access to everyday items. It’s got plentiful storage and with an internal laptop pocket and mesh accessory pocket. It looks best in full-grain leather, but it’s also available in nylon/leather or Cordura.

Uncrate Supply is selling these unassuming tote bags that are actually made from repurposed NASA parachutes. The material is incredibly strong yet light. The bags are large enough to carry laptops or groceries. Available in green or white.

Roka built the Transition Pack to be the ultimate everyday backpack. It has three zippered interior compartments separated by removable Velcro walls, a dedicated laptop sleeve, and a wet/dry bag. It fully unzips flat for easy access to its interior.

Vans and NASA commemorate the space agency’s 60 years of exploration with the Space Voyager collection. Largely inspired by space suits, the collection features shoes, jackets, a hoodie, t-shirts and bags adorned with NASA’s logo and patches. Drops 11/2/18.

Bond Travel Gear’s Escapade Pouch makes for a great EDC bag or packing cube. It’s made of 1000D ballistic nylon, has double stitched zippers and stress points, uses weatherproof zippers and has silicone-backed elastic straps to secure your belongings.

You could toss all your grooming essentials loose in your suitcase, but that would make you a caveman. Keep your toiletries, razor, toothbrush, nail kit, combs, and other small items neat and organized in one of Everyday Carry’s dopp kit picks for 2018.

This is Ground’s upcoming leather bag is a stylish way to pamper your audio gear in transit. It has ample space for portable speakers, a pocket and loops for cables and adapters, and a headphone holder, all done in the company’s signature Italian leather.

Looking for a bag to carry all of the gear, gadgets, and other loot you’ve collected? Everyday Carry has you set with a collection of five great bags for loadouts big and small. Be sure to check out their reader’s top five bag picks for 2018 too!

Big Agnes’ Stagecoach rolling duffel is designed for adventurers and frequent travelers. It’s waterproof and resistant to punctures, slashes and abrasion. It can also be carried as a backpack or a shoulder bag. It also comes with a packable day pack.

You spent thousands on your camera gear, so why tote it around in an ugly nylon pack? Vi Vante’s premium leather camera bags feature the kind of quilting that you might find on the seats of six-figure luxury car, while offering the protection your equipment deserves.

While the weight of a suitcase made from wood makes it a bit impractical, we still love the look of this beautiful piece of luggage that Ollari’s created from bent pieces of 8mm thick plywood. It always amazes us the kind of things you can do with just wood, glue, and some skill.

Nauset Goods’ backpack is an all-in-one adventure kit that’s designed for folks who don’t want to carry a bunch of camping gear. The waterproof bag comes with four chairs, two tables, two blankets, and two hammocks, all packable and can fit inside the bag.

A truly special gift for bartenders. This roll offers holders for a variety of bar tools, including space for two cocktail shakers. Siberian crafter Dragunov handmakes each of their leather pieces and finishes them with beeswax. (Tools not included)

Loctote improves on its one-of-a-kind anti-theft drawstring backpack. The Flak Sack II features an improved fabric that has the highest rating for slash, tear and abrasion resistance. Its locking strap is steel-reinforced, and its straps are also resistant to cutting as well.

Lightning Packs’ Hoverglide Backpacks separate the bag from the straps – and thus your body – with an elastic coupling. This allows the bag to stay suspended as you move, reducing the impact force and stress on your joints. Available in four models.

This carry-on combines the airport friendliness of a roller bag with the everyday utility of a backpack. Its straps stow away when not in use, and its wheels have a fabric cover to protect your clothes when wearing it as a pack. Has a quick access padded laptop compartment too.