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Pack Hacker finds & tests gear for travel and everyday life. We believe the best reviews & guides are created through unbiased real-world testing & usage. VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

contact.

BELLROY TRANSIT WORKPACK REVIEW Bellroy Transit Workpack | The beige leather piece on the Charcoal Canva Weave is a nice contrast. This fabric here is their Charcoal Canva Weave, not to be confused with the black variant, as this one is a lighter shade of grey. BELLROY SLING MINI REVIEW Bellroy Sling Mini | Using the sling outdoors. We’ve given Bellroy’s Sling a bunch of praises for its innovative self-compressing design and sleek design. Though the latter is part and parcel when it comes to Bellroy products, it’s the organization where the Sling felt a bit short. LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme On Belle Isle. We’ll discuss fabric more in a bit, but before we go further we want to point out that there’s a big difference between a synthetic blend (the Warpstreme™) and a cotton blend. PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TIMBUK2 NEVER CHECK BACKPACK DUFFEL REVIEW Timbuk2 Never Check Backpack Duffel Material And Colors. That said, we think it looks almost too sophisticated for one-bag travel—it’ll look a little odd paired with the joggers and sweatshirt you wore on that two-day bus ride and should’ve washed yesterday.

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Pack Hacker finds & tests gear for travel and everyday life. We believe the best reviews & guides are created through unbiased real-world testing & usage. VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

contact.

BELLROY TRANSIT WORKPACK REVIEW Bellroy Transit Workpack | The beige leather piece on the Charcoal Canva Weave is a nice contrast. This fabric here is their Charcoal Canva Weave, not to be confused with the black variant, as this one is a lighter shade of grey. BELLROY SLING MINI REVIEW Bellroy Sling Mini | Using the sling outdoors. We’ve given Bellroy’s Sling a bunch of praises for its innovative self-compressing design and sleek design. Though the latter is part and parcel when it comes to Bellroy products, it’s the organization where the Sling felt a bit short. LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme On Belle Isle. We’ll discuss fabric more in a bit, but before we go further we want to point out that there’s a big difference between a synthetic blend (the Warpstreme™) and a cotton blend. PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TIMBUK2 NEVER CHECK BACKPACK DUFFEL REVIEW Timbuk2 Never Check Backpack Duffel Material And Colors. That said, we think it looks almost too sophisticated for one-bag travel—it’ll look a little odd paired with the joggers and sweatshirt you wore on that two-day bus ride and should’ve washed yesterday. MOMENT MTW TECH ORGANIZER REVIEW Moment MTW Tech Organizer Review. The discreet Moment MTW Tech Organizer features large elastic loops that can be tricky to make the most out of, but good accessibility and spacious pockets make it a more than capable pouch. YETI CROSSROADS 22L BACKPACK REVIEW Full Review. As the smallest of the three backpacks in YETI’s Crossroads line, this 22L backpack is designed to be used on the daily. Whether you’re commuting to work across town or heading to the park for an afternoon picnic with plenty of wine and cheese (we highly recommend this particular activity), you’ve got plenty of internal storage to get you through a day or two of activities. CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TOM BIHN CADET REVIEW Tom Bihn Cadet in Essex, England. In the case of the Tom Bihn Cadet, its modular system only adds to the bag’s already solid design. Its organization works well for basic gear and tech-specific items alike, while its classic look allows you to wear it both casually and

professionally.

AWAY THE INSIDER PACKING CUBES REVIEW Away The Insider Packing Cubes In Bag. Essentially, packing cubes help keep your clothes organized, secure, wrinkle-free (in some cases), and they prevent a jumble of stuff from conglomerating at the bottom of

your pack.

CODEOFBELL X-POD REVIEW CODEOFBELL X-POD Review. Despite its complex appearance, the CODEOFBELL X-POD is an intuitive and comfortable sling with a “tacticool” look. ARC’TERYX GRANVILLE 16 ZIP BACKPACK REVIEW Arc’teryx Granville 16L Zip Backpack in Detroit. This bag doesn’t have an excess of features but what it does have is a super durable, lightweight, weather-resistant construction and enough space to carry the basics you’re typically carrying in your day-to-day. EVERYWHERE PANT REVIEW (MEN’S SLIM FIT) Full Review. If you’re looking for a new everyday pant that you can wear anywhere and everywhere, the 686 Everywhere Multi Pant is a solid option.. The company’s founder, Michael Akira West, has been bringing his ideas for skiing and snowboarding-suited clothing to life

since 1992.

TOM BIHN BRAIN BAG REVIEW Tom Bihn Brain Bag in Detroit. Fortunately, we can also add the Tom Bihn Brain Bag to this list. At 36L, you can pack this thing out for travel—and we’ve been digging the unique features that it has to offer, like the lash system on the front of the bag (which we’ll get

to later on).

OSPREY DAYLITE SHOULDER SLING Osprey Daylite Sling (Shoulder Sling) Review. The Osprey Daylite Sling is ideal for quick excursions—on the trail or in the city—though it gets uncomfortable to carry on longer treks.

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AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Aer Gym Duffel 3 Review. Organized compartments in the Aer Gym Duffel 3 keep your gym gear and daily essentials separated nicely. If only

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COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. ABLE CARRY MAX BACKPACK REVIEW Able Carry went all-in with the durable materials for the Max backpack, and the build quality is something worth commending. The amount of space and organization is superb. However, the laptop compartment could use a bit more protection through tabs for the laptop and tablet sleeve, the latter being relatively shallow. BELLROY TRANSIT WORKPACK REVIEW Condition: Excellent. Digging the overall look & feel of the bag—it’s well-suited for a “work” setting. Water bottle pockets are a little small when in use, and when filled up, they cut into the main compartment of the bag. Wish the pocket in the laptop compartment had a zipper, similar to the regular Transit Backpack. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

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TOM BIHN LUMINARY 15 REVIEW Tom Bihn Luminary 15 Review. The Tom Bihn Luminary 15 backpack looks small initially, but it’s got some surprising features and capacity. The asymmetrical zippers are throwing us off, though. Check Price at

Tom Bihn.

PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic

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AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Aer Gym Duffel 3 Review. Organized compartments in the Aer Gym Duffel 3 keep your gym gear and daily essentials separated nicely. If only

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COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. ABLE CARRY MAX BACKPACK REVIEW Able Carry went all-in with the durable materials for the Max backpack, and the build quality is something worth commending. The amount of space and organization is superb. However, the laptop compartment could use a bit more protection through tabs for the laptop and tablet sleeve, the latter being relatively shallow. BELLROY TRANSIT WORKPACK REVIEW Condition: Excellent. Digging the overall look & feel of the bag—it’s well-suited for a “work” setting. Water bottle pockets are a little small when in use, and when filled up, they cut into the main compartment of the bag. Wish the pocket in the laptop compartment had a zipper, similar to the regular Transit Backpack. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

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TOM BIHN LUMINARY 15 REVIEW Tom Bihn Luminary 15 Review. The Tom Bihn Luminary 15 backpack looks small initially, but it’s got some surprising features and capacity. The asymmetrical zippers are throwing us off, though. Check Price at

Tom Bihn.

PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic

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MOMENT MTW TECH ORGANIZER REVIEW Moment MTW Tech Organizer Review. The discreet Moment MTW Tech Organizer features large elastic loops that can be tricky to make the most out of, but good accessibility and spacious pockets make it a more than capable pouch. Check Price at Moment. YETI CROSSROADS 22L BACKPACK REVIEW Full Review. As the smallest of the three backpacks in YETI’s Crossroads line, this 22L backpack is designed to be used on the daily. Whether you’re commuting to work across town or heading to the park for an afternoon picnic with plenty of wine and cheese (we highly recommend this particular activity), you’ve got plenty of internal storage to get you through a day or two of activities. NOMATIC NAVIGATOR SLING 1L REVIEW Goes well aesthetically with the rest of the Navigator line by NOMATIC. Not sure of pen pocket’s longevity in durability compared to the more robust mesh pockets on the interior. When flipping the sling around from front to back, the strap keepers can bunch up excess strap. Again—love the hidden pocket functionality. ARC’TERYX GRANVILLE 16 ZIP BACKPACK REVIEW Arc’teryx Granville 16 Zip Backpack Review. The water-resistance of this bag is top-notch. Even in the most intense rain, our gear remained dry. Even the padding on the harness system doesn’t absorb water. This bag is a perfect size for EDC and day hikes but we had trouble finding enough space in this 16L bag for longer weekend trips. LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme In Detroit. Turns out, the lululemon ABC pants are kind of awesome. And by kind of awesome, we mean really, really awesome. The comfort is second to none and we’re digging their aesthetic. We’ve been testing the Warpstreme™ version in a slim fit, but the pants are also available in a “tech-cotton blend MYSTERY RANCH URBAN ASSAULT 21 REVIEW (UA21) Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21 Material and Logo. You won’t find any mysterious-looking bottles of ranch logos on this pack, but you will see the Mystery Ranch wordmark on a patch on the front of the bag. It’s not the most subtle, but hey, Mystery Ranch makes some awesome

packs.

CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TIMBUK2 NEVER CHECK BACKPACK DUFFEL REVIEW Timbuk2 Never Check Backpack Duffel Material And Colors. That said, we think it looks almost too sophisticated for one-bag travel—it’ll look a little odd paired with the joggers and sweatshirt you wore on that two-day bus ride and should’ve washed yesterday. CHROME INDUSTRIES KADET REVIEW Wearing the sling on the front feels alright, but it’s about the largest we’d like to go for a 6’2″ person with a 42″ chest. We’ve been referring to this bag as a cross between a messenger and a sling, which we dig. The additional velcro buckle on the strap seems to be overkill for a bag of this size. Check Price at Chrome

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Pack Hacker finds & tests gear for travel and everyday life. We believe the best reviews & guides are created through unbiased real-world testing & usage. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

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VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it FJALLRAVEN ULVO 23 BACKPACK The zipper on the main compartment can be slow to work. Shoulder straps are a little too close together at the top of the pack. Front pocket opens vertically, which encourages your stuff to fall into a disorganized jumble. Check Price at Amazon Check Price at REI Check Price at Backcountry. LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme In Detroit. Turns out, the lululemon ABC pants are kind of awesome. And by kind of awesome, we mean really, really awesome. The comfort is second to none and we’re digging their aesthetic. We’ve been testing the Warpstreme™ version in a slim fit, but the pants are also available in a “tech-cotton blend PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic PACKTOWL PERSONAL TOWEL REVIEW PackTowl Personal Towel Review. An antimicrobial, microfiber towel—the PackTowl Personal is small enough to fit in your pack, but big enough to bring to the beach and lie out on. CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TIMBUK2 NEVER CHECK BACKPACK DUFFEL REVIEW Timbuk2 Never Check Backpack Duffel Material And Colors. That said, we think it looks almost too sophisticated for one-bag travel—it’ll look a little odd paired with the joggers and sweatshirt you wore on that two-day bus ride and should’ve washed yesterday.

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Pack Hacker finds & tests gear for travel and everyday life. We believe the best reviews & guides are created through unbiased real-world testing & usage. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

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VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it FJALLRAVEN ULVO 23 BACKPACK The zipper on the main compartment can be slow to work. Shoulder straps are a little too close together at the top of the pack. Front pocket opens vertically, which encourages your stuff to fall into a disorganized jumble. Check Price at Amazon Check Price at REI Check Price at Backcountry. LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme In Detroit. Turns out, the lululemon ABC pants are kind of awesome. And by kind of awesome, we mean really, really awesome. The comfort is second to none and we’re digging their aesthetic. We’ve been testing the Warpstreme™ version in a slim fit, but the pants are also available in a “tech-cotton blend PATAGONIA ATOM SLING (8L) REVIEW Patagonia Atom Sling On A Trail. This 8L sling bag is the perfect size to hold the essentials—phone, wallet, snacks, keys, even a jacket—while you’re off seeing the world. So let’s jump right into it. Materials & Aesthetic PACKTOWL PERSONAL TOWEL REVIEW PackTowl Personal Towel Review. An antimicrobial, microfiber towel—the PackTowl Personal is small enough to fit in your pack, but big enough to bring to the beach and lie out on. CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

TIMBUK2 NEVER CHECK BACKPACK DUFFEL REVIEW Timbuk2 Never Check Backpack Duffel Material And Colors. That said, we think it looks almost too sophisticated for one-bag travel—it’ll look a little odd paired with the joggers and sweatshirt you wore on that two-day bus ride and should’ve washed yesterday. AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off the Travel Collection Aer with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. The Aer Gym Duffel 3 has your back from work to the gym to a help-me-lose-my-quarantine-weight

support group.

AER SLIM PACK REVIEW Aer Slim Pack in Detroit. Enter the Aer Slim Pack. It’s a minimal bag with plenty of compartmentalization for your everyday essentials. It’s the smallest backpack in Aer’s Work Collection, and the only new one (the others are updated versions of previous Aer packs). We’ll be focusing on the Slim Pack specifically in this review, but if you’re looking for something bigger, check out BEST SLING BAG: HOW TO PICK IN 2021 Pacsafe Venturesafe X Anti-Theft Sling Pack — For the Prepared. Patagonia Atom Sling — For the Outdoor Adventurer. Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L (V2) — For the Photographer. Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa — For the Minimalist. Remember, there’s no ONE sling bag to rule them all, there’s just the best sling bag for YOU. CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

OSPREY FAIRVIEW 40 REVIEW (TRAVEL PACK) At maximum dimensions, this bag is 21” (54cm) in length, 14” (35cm) in width and 9” (23cm) in depth. This is a pack that looks better full—when it’s half empty it just doesn’t hold its shape well, although the compressions straps do help with this a bit. Osprey Fairview 40 Dimensions. The main material on this bag is ‘210D Nylon MYSTERY RANCH RIP RUCK 24 REVIEW At the time of this review, the Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 is available in four colorways—Cherry, Foliage, Wood, and Black. The Black colorway we’ve been testing, along with the minimal branding helps this pack retain a slick, serious vibe. Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 Material. All colorways of this pack are made with durable 330D Robic

fabric.

EVERYWHERE PANT REVIEW (MEN’S SLIM FIT) Full Review. If you’re looking for a new everyday pant that you can wear anywhere and everywhere, the 686 Everywhere Multi Pant is a solid option.. The company’s founder, Michael Akira West, has been bringing his ideas for skiing and snowboarding-suited clothing to life

since 1992.

THE TRAVEL COLLECTION WITH WOOL & PRINCE As for the fabric, it’s made with a 75% Merino wool, 21% nylon, 4% spandex blend. Just like with the other garments in the Travel Collection, the Merino wool brings all those magical Merino wool properties while the nylon boosts durability, and the spandex adds stretchiness. Wool & Prince x Pack Hacker Travel Neck Tube

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PEAK DESIGN EVERYDAY BACKPACK ZIP 15L V2 REVIEW Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but overall we have (mostly) nice things to say about the simple, urban aesthetic of the Everyday Backpack Zip. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L (V2) Zipper Pulls & Logo Accent. At the time of this review, the pack is available in four sleek colorways: Black, Ash, Midnight, and Bone. OSPREY DAYLITE SHOULDER SLING Osprey Daylite Sling (Shoulder Sling) Review. The Osprey Daylite Sling is ideal for quick excursions—on the trail or in the city—though it gets uncomfortable to carry on longer treks. VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

contact.

COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it BEST SLING BAG: HOW TO PICK IN 2021 Pacsafe Venturesafe X Anti-Theft Sling Pack — For the Prepared. Patagonia Atom Sling — For the Outdoor Adventurer. Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L (V2) — For the Photographer. Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa — For the Minimalist. Remember, there’s no ONE sling bag to rule them all, there’s just the best sling bag for YOU. AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Aer Gym Duffel 3 Review. Organized compartments in the Aer Gym Duffel 3 keep your gym gear and daily essentials separated nicely. If only

the quick

MYSTERY RANCH RIP RUCK 24 REVIEW At the time of this review, the Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 is available in four colorways—Cherry, Foliage, Wood, and Black. The Black colorway we’ve been testing, along with the minimal branding helps this pack retain a slick, serious vibe. Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 Material. All colorways of this pack are made with durable 330D Robic

fabric.

CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

THE TRAVEL COLLECTION WITH WOOL & PRINCE As for the fabric, it’s made with a 75% Merino wool, 21% nylon, 4% spandex blend. Just like with the other garments in the Travel Collection, the Merino wool brings all those magical Merino wool properties while the nylon boosts durability, and the spandex adds stretchiness. Wool & Prince x Pack Hacker Travel Neck Tube

Stretchiness.

AWAY THE INSIDER PACKING CUBES REVIEW Away The Insider Packing Cubes In Bag. Essentially, packing cubes help keep your clothes organized, secure, wrinkle-free (in some cases), and they prevent a jumble of stuff from conglomerating at the bottom of

your pack.

PEAK DESIGN EVERYDAY BACKPACK ZIP 15L V2 REVIEW Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but overall we have (mostly) nice things to say about the simple, urban aesthetic of the Everyday Backpack Zip. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L (V2) Zipper Pulls & Logo Accent. At the time of this review, the pack is available in four sleek colorways: Black, Ash, Midnight, and Bone. VANS ULTRARANGE EXO REVIEW Vans UltraRange EXO Stripe. The upper of the UltraRange EXO is made with nylon. While Vans doesn’t offer a ton of information about the specific materials they use, we’ve found the upper to be durable and breathable—and because it’s breathable, this fabric acts as a first defense against odor. HEROCLIP MEDIUM HANGER REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off Heroclip with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. We’ve all been there—mentally cringing as we lower our bag to the floor of an airport bar—trying not to notice how the floor shines with who-knows-what beneath the lights or hear that horrible shucking sound it makes when our bag finally makes

contact.

COTOPAXI ALLPA 42L TRAVEL PACK REVIEW Cotopaxi Allpa 42L Solo. The Utah-based brand designed this pack to be carry-on compatible, “ultra hardy,” and have more space for longer trips compared to its 35L and 28L versions.. A couple of members from our team have been testing the Allpa 42L for the last month in Michigan, Minnesota, and Kentucky—so we’ve had plenty of time to get a feel for this backpack and how it BEST SLING BAG: HOW TO PICK IN 2021 Pacsafe Venturesafe X Anti-Theft Sling Pack — For the Prepared. Patagonia Atom Sling — For the Outdoor Adventurer. Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L (V2) — For the Photographer. Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa — For the Minimalist. Remember, there’s no ONE sling bag to rule them all, there’s just the best sling bag for YOU. AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Aer Gym Duffel 3 Review. Organized compartments in the Aer Gym Duffel 3 keep your gym gear and daily essentials separated nicely. If only

the quick

MYSTERY RANCH RIP RUCK 24 REVIEW At the time of this review, the Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 is available in four colorways—Cherry, Foliage, Wood, and Black. The Black colorway we’ve been testing, along with the minimal branding helps this pack retain a slick, serious vibe. Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24 Material. All colorways of this pack are made with durable 330D Robic

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CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

THE TRAVEL COLLECTION WITH WOOL & PRINCE As for the fabric, it’s made with a 75% Merino wool, 21% nylon, 4% spandex blend. Just like with the other garments in the Travel Collection, the Merino wool brings all those magical Merino wool properties while the nylon boosts durability, and the spandex adds stretchiness. Wool & Prince x Pack Hacker Travel Neck Tube

Stretchiness.

AWAY THE INSIDER PACKING CUBES REVIEW Away The Insider Packing Cubes In Bag. Essentially, packing cubes help keep your clothes organized, secure, wrinkle-free (in some cases), and they prevent a jumble of stuff from conglomerating at the bottom of

your pack.

PEAK DESIGN EVERYDAY BACKPACK ZIP 15L V2 REVIEW Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but overall we have (mostly) nice things to say about the simple, urban aesthetic of the Everyday Backpack Zip. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L (V2) Zipper Pulls & Logo Accent. At the time of this review, the pack is available in four sleek colorways: Black, Ash, Midnight, and Bone. AER GYM DUFFEL 3 REVIEW Full Review. Get up to 10% off the Travel Collection Aer with our Deals Vault • Join Pack Hacker Pro. The Aer Gym Duffel 3 has your back from work to the gym to a help-me-lose-my-quarantine-weight

support group.

AER SLIM PACK REVIEW Aer Slim Pack in Detroit. Enter the Aer Slim Pack. It’s a minimal bag with plenty of compartmentalization for your everyday essentials. It’s the smallest backpack in Aer’s Work Collection, and the only new one (the others are updated versions of previous Aer packs). We’ll be focusing on the Slim Pack specifically in this review, but if you’re looking for something bigger, check out BEST SLING BAG: HOW TO PICK IN 2021 We’ve Tested a Lot of Slings – which one will prove to be the best sling bag? There is a massive variety of sling bag styles out there, including tactical slings (for outdoor sportsman stuff), high-fashion slings (think Gucci), and backpack slings (spacious enough for a laptop).While we’ll touch on those, we’re mainly going to focus on sling bags for travel in this guide. BEST DUFFLE BAG: HOW TO PICK IN 2021 How to Choose the Best Duffle Bag for Travel and Beyond. Ahh, the modest duffle bag. Evoking images of business folks walking down cobblestone streets discussing literature and debating the ideal level of tannins in wineOr, maybe, gym rats, military personal, or rugged outdoor enthusiasts. CHROME INDUSTRIES VEGA 2.0 TRANSIT BRIEF REVIEW Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief Review. The Chrome Industries Vega 2.0 Transit Brief has outstanding versatility courtesy of a stowaway harness system, but using it in backpack mode might scatter

your stuff inside.

THE TRAVEL COLLECTION WITH WOOL & PRINCE As for the fabric, it’s made with a 75% Merino wool, 21% nylon, 4% spandex blend. Just like with the other garments in the Travel Collection, the Merino wool brings all those magical Merino wool properties while the nylon boosts durability, and the spandex adds stretchiness. Wool & Prince x Pack Hacker Travel Neck Tube

Stretchiness.

LULULEMON ABC PANT (SLIM WARPSTREME) REVIEW lululemon ABC Pant Slim Warpstreme In Detroit. Turns out, the lululemon ABC pants are kind of awesome. And by kind of awesome, we mean really, really awesome. The comfort is second to none and we’re digging their aesthetic. We’ve been testing the Warpstreme™ version in a slim fit, but the pants are also available in a “tech-cotton blend PEAK DESIGN EVERYDAY BACKPACK ZIP 15L V2 REVIEW Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but overall we have (mostly) nice things to say about the simple, urban aesthetic of the Everyday Backpack Zip. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip 15L (V2) Zipper Pulls & Logo Accent. At the time of this review, the pack is available in four sleek colorways: Black, Ash, Midnight, and Bone. EVERGOODS CIVIC HALF ZIP 22L (CHZ22) REVIEW EVERGOODS Civic Half Zip 22 Exterior Material. The pack’s shell is made of 500d high tenacity nylon 6,6 with air-textured yarn and a water-repellent coating. In other words, it’s some pretty tough stuff. Nylon 6,6 isn’t your regular ole nylon—this guy has an extra 6 on the end to denote its second 6-carbon monomer, making the

fabric

OSPREY DAYLITE SHOULDER SLING Osprey Daylite Sling (Shoulder Sling) Review. The Osprey Daylite Sling is ideal for quick excursions—on the trail or in the city—though it gets uncomfortable to carry on longer treks.

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