Awesome Bags

This six-slot tool roll from Olight is perfect for small EDC flashlights and other pocket tools. It holds closed with an elastic cord and can be hung up thanks to its snap-grommet holes. A waxed canvas exterior resists wear, while its soft velvet fabric protect items inside. It also comes in bundles with Olight’s i3E, IMini 2, Baton 3, and Arkfeld UV flashlights.

This premium leather duffel is the perfect antidote to cheap luggage. Loyal Stricklin makes each bag to order in the USA, using Horween English leather, with handles and a shoulder strap made from Italian leather. Its interior compartment will hold a 3-day-weekend’s worth of clothes, and it should have no problem fitting in the overhead bin of most airplanes.

This crossbody sling bag from maker Jacob Skidan features an asymmetrical design for quick access to the gear inside. Its main compartment holds tools, knives, or a firearm and has a Velcro panel for optional gear holders. Outside, it has a small zippered pocket and cutouts for pens or carabiners. Made from X-PAC VX 21, Cordura, and nylon with a YKK zipper.

This rugged bag from 5.11 Tactical works as a duffel or a backpack. It’s made from hardwearing 1050D nylon with self-healing YKK zippers. It has a large main compartment with a 56L capacity, and outside, you’ll find MOLLE webbing for attaching small bags and other accessories. Available in Kangaroo Brown or Ranger Green.

Do you often find yourself buying a helmet? Jokes aside, these retro helmet bags from Japanese brand Post O’Alls do have more space than most packable bags, with two buttoned front pockets along with the zipped main compartment. We love the iridescent navy and khaki variants, but there’s also a more discreet black.

This mid-size sling bag from WANDRD is wide and deep enough to carry a DSLR or mirrorless camera and its accessories. The weather-resistant bag is also great for your everyday gadgets, and can attach to WANDRD’s laptop case for easy carrying on your back. It’s also available in 3-liter and 9-liter sizes.

Made from a coarse, unbleached canvas, Rough Enough’s compact gear bag is built for durability. It has a large compartment that can hold small tools, accessories, chargers, knives, and more, and a mesh zippered pouch for pens and other items. It measures 9″ x 4.5″ x 2.5″, and comes in army green, black, or camo.

Outdoor Vitals’ aptly named Shadowlight long trail backpack weighs less than 2 lb, including its frame and hip belt, but it carries up to 35 lb. It’s all thanks to the brand’s proprietary ripstop fabric. Its straps, hip belt, and removable back panel were all designed to be as ergonomic as possible. It’s available in either 45L or 60L capacities.

Tanner Goods’ bestselling sling bag now comes in handsome and durable 10 oz. waxed canvas. The second-generation Canyon Crossbody Pack has a 24L capacity, enough to store your point-and-shoot, phone, and other essentials in its four pockets. It has a foam-padded back for comfort and a strap that can be adjusted from 22″ to 48″ in length.

This set of three 12″ tool pouches is great for keeping small tools and parts organized. Each is constructed from a webbed ballistic fabric that’s both strong and see-through. The bags are also water-resistant and puncture-resistant and have a heavy-duty zipper pull and a metal hook for attaching to other bags.

Want a gym bag that doesn’t look like a gym bag? KNKG’s Conquer Backpack is the perfect workout companion, with its removable dividers and zippered pockets for separating items like sneakers, toiletries, headphones, and other accessories. It’s got MOLLE webbing on the front, an attachment for an optional weightlifting belt, and comes in 19-liter and 38-liter sizes.

This waterproof tool bag from Mountaq is designed to carry gear for setting up and maintaining your campsite. It’s designed to hold hammers, stakes, rope, and other accessories. It has a two-compartment main section with four pockets, along with webbing on top for clipping on carabiners. It zips on the diagonal for packing efficiency.

Keep your small pocket tools and everyday accessories organized in this gear pouch from Tactical Geek. It’s made from 500D CORDURA Nylon and has several pockets and elastic straps inside. Outside, you’ll find MOLLE-compatible webbing and a spot for hook-and-loop patches. Measures 6.7″ H x 4.5″ W x 1.5″ D when closed.

Everyday Carry’s latest curated collection includes some great new knives, bags, shoes, and headphones for your loadout. We’re big fans of the massive Mission Workshop Mass Transit duffle and the versatile but cleanly designed CIVIVI Sendy flipper knife with its stylish selection of handles.

This tri-fold pouch is perfect for carrying tools, knives, survival gear, and other everyday items. It’s made from wear-resistant 1000D Nylon and has multiple pockets and elastic bands inside. It holds closed with Velcro, plus it has a Velcro patch area and MOLLE-compatible webbing. Available in black or black camo.

This heavy-duty tote has a large main compartment for hand tools flanked by zippered pockets for accessories. It’s covered with durable 1680D fabric and has a removable leather flap. A padded main handle and detachable shoulder strap provide carrying options, and a hard-shell bottom keeps it stable and protects its contents.

Roark’s substantial Revival backpack carries all your everyday gear and is big enough for a weekend’s worth of clothes. Features include a magnetic roll-top, an externally accessible padded 16″ laptop sleeve, an internal mesh accessory pocket, two zippered exterior pockets, expandable mesh pockets for water bottles, and a hidden passport pocket.

Viperade’s small tool pouch keeps EDC gear organized and ready to use. It’s made from 500D polyester fiber with rounded corners and binding tape on its pockets to prevent fraying. Its angled pockets are ideal for small tools and pens, while its top pocket holds a 3.5″x 5.5″ notebook or a phone. A zipper compartment holds loose items.

Prometheus Design Werx’s duffel bag is ready for the most extreme conditions. It’s made from recycled polyester with welded seams and is IPX7-rated waterproof. It has an inside hanging pocket for small items and outside clip points for daisy-chaining. A buoyancy valve lets you add air to help it float. Available in 45L and 60L versions.

This rugged Cordura Nylon pouch is great for carrying all kinds of small items when you’re enjoying outdoor activities. It can attach to a waist belt or MOLLE-compatible webbing and features a large drawstring main compartment, and side and front pockets. It folds down to less than 20% of its size when not in use.

This versatile utility bag from CountyComm is made from super-strong, water-resistant, and UV-resistant Dyneema. It’s got a large main compartment and two deep exterior pockets, each with YKK double zippers. The handles are made from narrow seatbelt webbing, stitched all the way around for durability. It measures appx. 12″ W x 9″ D x 7.5″ H.

Keep your pocket tools, pens, electronic accessories, and other small items in this roll-up organizer from Lochby. It has a mix of pockets, straps, and slots for all kinds of gear. It measures 8″ x 16″ unrolled and holds closed with an aluminum hook fastener. Made from waxed canvas with a nylon lining.

Whether camping, driving, boating or any other place away from home, you should always have a first aid kit. Rhino Rescue’s MOLLE-compatible IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) packs dozens of critical items to help in medical emergencies. Items include bandages, tape, shears, face and eye shields, a tourniquet, a splint, burn and sting gels, and more.