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Stubble and Company Roll Top 20L Backpack Review: A Smooth Operator That Makes Roll-Tops Easy to Love

Is this bag going to change my mind about roll-top backpacks? I’ve always loved the water resistance they bring, but the difficulty with access to my gear can be frustrating. With that in mind, let’s meet the Stubble and Company Roll Top 20L Backpack! It’s an eco-friendly daypack with urban style that makes some interesting design choices to balance that waterproofing against accessibility. It’s also crazy comfortable to carry. Is this the roll top backpack that wins me over? Let’s read more to find out!

News & Features

The Brown Buffalo Conceal Pack 21L Review: A versatile, Durable Workhorse That’s Ready for Any Mission!

The Brown Buffalo has a well-earned reputation for building tough, supremely functional bags. I fell in love with their Conceal Waistpack as my go-to bag for minimalist EDC last year, and now I’m testing their flagship product. Meet the legendary Brown Buffalo Conceal Pack 21L, an award-winning pack with a storied history in the carry community for its versatility and robustness. From impeccable construction to dialed-in usability, this bag stands on business as a multitasking beast that will flow seamlessly from work to travel to more rugged adventures. Is it the perfect park for you? Let’s learn more!

Reviews

UAG Civilian 20L Backpack Review: Flexible, Stylish Midsize Bag with Some Great Features

Urban Armor Gear (UAG) was founded in Orange County, California in 2012 and offers a line of cases and accessories for smart phones, tablets, laptops, ear buds, smart watches and VR gear. Their product line also includes chargers, cables and power banks and various other everyday carry items, but today we review a product from their line of bags and sleeves, the UAG Civilian 20L Backpack.

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Peak Design Everyday Backpack Review: Durable, Sustainable, and Stylish in Coyote X-Pac Fabric

Let me tell you something clearly: the Peak Design Everyday Backpack is my favorite backpack ever. It has been my daily commuting backpack for years, and it’s only gotten better in my eyes thanks to the new Coyote X-Pac fabric option. This version features X-Pac VX-21 Ocean Edition fabric, a high-performance material originally designed as sailcloth, now reimagined with a 100% recycled twist—it is crafted entirely from reclaimed fishing nets.

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xBriefcase Review: An Exceptional 16″ Laptop Bag with Professional Style and Organization to Spare

I usually carry a backpack, but sometimes a briefcase is a better option, as they often have more organization and look more professional. The xBriefcase from the makers of the xSuit is perhaps the finest example of a modern briefcase that I found. Thoughtfully designed, it offers a plethora of features. Let’s take a closer look.

Reviews, Gear Bits, Travel

Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L Review: This Bag Is the Peak of Minimalistic Travel Excellence

When it comes to backpacks, the Peak Design Travel Backpack 30L stands tall as a shining example of form properly meeting function. I’ve had the privilege of testing a few backpacks in my day, and I can confidently say that this backpack has earned its place at the top of the pack for travelers.

News & Features

Purchasing the WaterField Miles Laptop Backpack Would Be an Investment in Quality and Durability

If you want the convenience of a backpack that can carry your laptop and tablet but don’t want to sacrifice style, take a closer look at the new WaterField Miles Laptop Backpack. The Miles Laptop Backpack has two padded compartments, so you can carry a 16″ laptop and a smaller laptop or tablet.

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WaterField Pro Executive Backpack Review: A Well-Organized and Professional Backpack That’s Perfect for Commuters, Road Warriors, and Remote Workers

If you are one of the many who now has to work remotely, or if you regularly commute and need a bag that can hold it all and then some, you’ve come to the right review. Finding a well-made backpack that looks professional, has intelligently designed compartments, and that’s comfortable to carry when fully loaded is no easy feat; the WaterField Pro Executive Backpack handles it with élan.

Events, News & Features

Lenovo Offers New ThinkVision Monitors and Accessories to Round Out Your Work Setup in Style

Whether you’re planning on upgrading your computing power with some new Lenovo devices, or you just need to refresh some of your accessories and peripherals, Lenovo has a slew of new monitors, mice, and other accessories designed to make your 2022 start with a bang!

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WaterField Tuck Backpack Is a Stylish 16″ Laptop Bag with Military Vibes

WaterField is starting 2022 by introducing their newest backpack, the WaterField Tuck Backpack, a streamlined, updated version of a European military rucksack. With its unique look, flexible side panels that expand and contract depending on that day’s carry, it’s a great new WaterField offering. At $299, it’s not inexpensive, but as we’ve always said, WaterField bags are an investment that will last for years.

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Heading Back into the Office? You Need the WaterField Double-Take iPad + MacBook Sleeve!

For over a year, my office has been here at home. Now, though, I’m preparing to return to the office part-time in the next few weeks. Many days that means carrying MacBook and an iPad. Since each serves a different purpose, thankfully, the new WaterField Double-Take iPad + MacBook Sleeve is the perfect solution!

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First Impressions of the Tom Bihn Guide’s Edition Paragon Backpack

Tom Bihn makes some of the best backpacks on the market. I’ve recently covered their Synik 30, which I was thoroughly impressed with, so when I was offered the chance to check out the new Tom Bihn Guide’s Edition Paragon Backpack, I was eager to do so.

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Head Back-to-School with Our Big Lenovo Giveaway

Need a little something to perk up your back to school experience? We’ve got you! Lenovo has sent us a huge box of giveaway items that are looking for new homes, and we can’t wait to share them with you! Entry is easy, and if you are one of our lucky winners, one of these prizes will soon be in your hands.

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Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack V2 Review: A Fantastic Update to an Already Perfect Bag

You might remember my review of Peak Design’s Everyday Backpack from 2018, in which I called it “The one bag to rule them all.” In 2019, somehow, Peak Design found a way to improve on an almost perfect backpack with their second version of the Everyday Backpack. Available in 20L and 30L sizes, you can get yours starting at $259.95.

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Keysmart Urban Portfolio Briefcase: The Ultra-Organized Slim Hard Shell Briefcase

When I saw that Keysmart had expanded its portfolio to include laptop bags, I was intrigued. And while it might seem like an unusual move for a company that made its name by offering a modern take on the traditional key ring, once I got one of their Keysmart Urban Portfolio Briefcases for review, it made perfect sense.

Editorials, Events

The Gear That Is Helping Us Survive CES 2020

We’re here at CES 2020 doing everything we can to bring Gear Diary readers updates on all the exciting new and improved products we’re seeing. But it takes more than just being armed with a phone and a computer to survive the week. Here’s how we’re staying awake, staying healthy, and staying connected!

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Waterfield Mezzo Laptop Backpack Brings Old World Style to Modern Technology

WaterField does a fantastic job with their products and I am always amazed at the number of new offerings they release each year. As if on cue, they started the year with a brand new product — the Mezzo Laptop Backpack — and a great deal for those who jump in early. It looks great, and I’m seriously tempted!

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My Initial Thoughts on the Tom Bihn Synik 30 Bag

Being someone who’s never truly found the perfect bag, I always find myself looking for a bag that doesn’t think too much of itself, one that will fit into every situation. I’ve had people throw out various names of overpriced backpacks that either have little to no storage, very little organization or put so much of an emphasis on being stylish that they end up being ugly.

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The Solo Elite Backpack Is My New Everyday Carry and Gym Bag; Here’s Why You Need It

Prior to using the Solo Elite Backpack, I was lugging around AER’s Gym Duffle 2 Bag. And while it is a pretty nice bag aesthetically, the majority of the time I don’t need that much bag. If you’re looking for a more manageable bag that will suit all of your needs, here’s why you should consider Solo’s Elite Backpack.

Crowdfunding, Reviews

Stealth Labs Speaker Backpack Review: Guaranteed to Be the Coolest Backpack at School

A few weeks ago, Tejas wrote about the Stealth Labs Speaker Backpack that’s currently on Indiegogo. At the time, I thought a backpack with a built-in speaker could be an interesting idea, but only if it were executed properly. After being sent a pre-release model to try out, I’ve decided that this backpack, for what it is, is nearly perfect.

Crowdfunding, News & Features

Stealth Labs Puts a Backpack on Top of Your Speakers

Consolidation has always been all the rage in the tech industry. Why carry many things when you carry one that does it all? In this vein, Stealth Labs is launching a speaker backpack that they claim doesn’t compromise on either the backpack or the speaker part of the equation.