The Civic Half Zip (CHZ22) from Evergoods is a modern classic with just the right amount of organization and capacity executed with precision build quality and excellent materials. view bag
The Global Briefcase from Topo converts from backpack to briefcase with enough external access and style to be one of my personal favorite daily carry bags. view bag
Clean looks, solid materials.
Stowable backpack straps
The Hideout 5-way from Everyman is an excellent tech briefcase. Solid materials handle outdoor spaces and weather well. Plenty of organization. Watch the video for my caveats on this one. view bag
The Conceal Pack from Brown Buffalo is built like a tank with a minimal, sleek silhouette. view bag
Great for short trips and shines as a daily carry brief/messenger due to all the organization, quality materials and thoughtful design. view bag
The Max backpack from Able Carry is a very capable 30L backpack designed for larger daily carry loads and tighter travel loads. view bag
A thoughtfully designed backpack for modern career professionals who want a classy-casual aesthetic, rugged materials and solid organization. view bag
A very capable minimal traveler's bag or large-ish daily carry brief that converts to a backpack or messenger. Simple and solid tech organization, capacity and unique style. Kinda fiddly main compartment interiors. view bag
The Outbreaker Laptop backpack from Tortuga is an excellent minimal travel bag or large-ish daily carry bag. Durable, comfortable, lots of pocketing. view bag
A very solid travel backpack with nice looks, a structured shell, expandable capacity and comfortable straps. view bag
Maximum carry-on size backpack with burly materials, a tight (and long) front pocket, a very protective laptop pocket and a massive main compartment. GoRuck shoulder straps are a personal favorite. view bag
Excellent materials. Two main compartments (middle one is expandable) and a front "grip it and rip it" pocket. Stowable backpack straps. view bag
Lots of capacity, design details and premium feeling materials. Subtle rolltop with a g-hook for the latch. Great handles. view bag
Burly and tactical in design. Solid external access. Customizable segmentation of main compartment with padded hook and loop shelves and side access. 16" laptop fits tightly in protective compartment. view bag
Simple yet Sophisticated
The Easy Companion.
Soft & Durable
Everything but Carry-on
Rivers & Rambles
Expandable. Vandalous.
40 Year Simplicity
Burly. Organized
Everyday Excellence
Casual Playful Pro
Solid Companion
Simple. Minimal. Tight.
Classy. Grounded.
Techy. Organized.
Beefy. Large.
Big & Classy
Consultant Cabana
Boujee Everyday
Burly. Compact.
Simple. Classy.
Rugged. Simple.
Burly. Durable.
Simply Delightful
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