In this video we will be comparing the Patagonia Refugio and North Face Recon. Both a decent amount of space, a solid build quality, plenty of organization and comfortable harness systems, but there are some slight differences that might make one better than the other depending on your needs.

Review of the Aer Flight Pack 3 which improves upon the previous version in almost every way. The bag includes the same great build quality and organizational layout, and now has an improved harness system and laptop sleeve.

​In this video we will be taking a look at the brand new Aer Travel Collection. The previous version of the travel collection included some of my favorite travel bags of all time and each of them have received a number of interesting updates and features. The collection includes the Travel Pack 3, Travel Pack 3 small, Flight Pack 3, Travel Kit 2, Day Sling, and Day Sling Max. In this video we will be focusing on the Travel Packs and I will be releasing in depth videos for other items in the collection over the next few weeks.

Review of the Trakke Hoy Backpack which is a durable edc and minimal travel bag that offers a simple layout, an impressive amount of space, and a timeless heritage aesthetic.

Review of the 5.11 LV18 Backpack which is an excellent and feature packed edc / ccw pack that offers a great build quality, tons of organizational options, a comfortable harness system and a gray man aesthetic that will allow it to blend into any environment.

Review of the Tom Bihn Synapse 19 which is a legendary compact edc backpack that offers Tom Bihn’s signature build quality and excellent organizational layout in a size that will work well for a more minimal carry or smaller frame.

Review of the Boundary Supply Rennen Recycled Daypack which offers a simple layout and modern aesthetic that incorporates the build quality and modular organization that we have seen in previous bags from the company.

Review of the Thule Stravan Backpack which is another solid offering from Thule that provides a solid build quality, useful organizational layout, a clamshell style opening that provides plenty of space, and a fairly subdued aesthetic that will work well in any environment.

In this video we will be comparing The North Face Borealis (2021) and the North Face Recon. Both a decent amount of space, a solid build quality, plenty of organization and comfortable harness systems, but there are some slight differences that might make one better than the other depending on your needs.

Review of the Goruck x Carryology Kaidan Capsule Collection which is meant to be an ideal setup for minimalist travel. The collection includes the Goruck GR2 34L as the main travel bag, a 15 bullet ruck as a packable and capable daily bag once arriving at your destination, and the GR2 field pocket to be used as a tech organizer or Dopp kit. Each of these items is capable on their own, but as part of the collaboration with Carryology they have received some interesting upgrades to make them even more versatile. The price tag isn’t for the faint of heart and it may be hard to purchase these after the initial drop, but there is a lot to like here!