Category: Travel Bags

  • Ekster Launches The GRID Backpack

    Every Great Adventure Starts With Packing a Bag Introducing the new modular Ekster GRID Backpack: Built for life on and off the grid After a whirlwind success in launching their first hi-tech wallet on the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter – raising over $350k within 40 days and $1M in the first year – Ekster, the next-generation…

  • North St. Bags Launches the Vancouver Daypack

    North St. Bags is excited to launch the Vancouver Daypack, a super sleek, lightweight backpack for your everyday carry needs. The 13-liter pack’s main compartment has plenty of room for your work, commute, or day-tripping essentials. It features a built-in laptop sleeve with an anti-gravity cushion seam at the bottom, a zippered stash pocket with…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Thule

    Thule showed their durable RoundTrip Road Bike Travel Case (with an integrated bike stand), their eco-conscious Thule Aion luggage collection, their Rail hydration packs, and the versatile Courier bike trailer. RT Road Bike Case On the tail of the new RT MTB Case launch earlier this year, Thule launched the new RT Road Case at…

  • Sea Otter 2022 – Orucase Axiom Bike Travel Case

    Orucase is one of those companies that makes bike cases that fit within the gray area of airline regulations for size limits; otherwise, you’ll pay high oversize fees on some airlines (Note: Golf bags never experienced that issue?). Recently most airlines have relaxed their size limitations, so Orucase saw an opportunity to create a durable…

  • Osprey Zealot Rock Climbing Packs, Mutant Nimsdai Mountaineering Pack, and Transporter WP, and Arcane WP Waterproof Duffels

    Osprey has some innovative and exciting new gear for Fall 2022. The Zealot Rock Climbing Packs & Accessories series, the Mutant Nimsdai 90 mountaineering pack, and Transporter WP & Arcane WP Waterproof Duffels. Osprey Zealot Rock Climbing Packs and Accessories Osprey is introducing packs and accessories for gym and crag climbers that offer durability and…

  • Gregory Packs – Fall 2020 Highlights

    Targhee FastTrack Pack Backcountry skiers can now load and unload their skis without removing their pack using Gregory’s FastTrack system; design earns Gregory a Gold ISPO Award. The new Targhee FastTrack (FT) from Gregory features game-changing technology that makes it easier and faster to get skis on and off the pack in the backcountry. Inspired…

  • Osprey Introduces the Transporter Panel Loader Pack

    COVID-19 has more people looking for solo transportation options like biking and skateboarding, and durable, comfortable, and functional packs are essential for getting around!   Osprey just released its new Transporter Panel Loader featuring their AirScape mesh-covered ridged foam backpanel, durable, nylon TPU-coated fabric, and zippered panel-load access to the main compartment. Available in solid colors as well as a new camo print…

  • Nite Ize Unveils 2020 Products

    Some new 2020 products from Nite Ize include RunOff Waterproof Travel Pouches in small and medium sizes, Cinch-A-Lot Mini Stretch Strap, DoohicKey + Key Tool, HideOut XL Magnetic Key Box, bigger Mobile Holsters for today’s larger phones, and neutral Coyote and Black color options for the GearLine Organizational System. RunOff Waterproof Travel Pouches Provide Touchscreen Capability…

  • Kammok Unveils All-Weather Adventure Burro Pack Lineup

    Austin based Kammok, best known for their hammock systems, which include hammocks, rain tarps, tents, bug netting, and insulated quilts, has announced a Kickstarter campaign for their functional all-weather Burro Pack lineup. The line includes the Burro Hip Pack, the Burro Zip 18, the Burro Roll 26, and the Burro Duffel 30. During the Kammok Burro Packs…

  • First Look – Gregory Packs Quadro Pro Hardcase Roller

    The Gregory Packs Quadro Pro is designed with a durable polycarbonate shell, functional handles, zippered compartments, 4-wheel mobility, and their ActiveShield organization.   Built using a “bombproof” polycarbonate shell, the Quadro Pro combines absolute gear protection with Gregory’s expert-level design. An ActiveShield compartment – unique to Gregory’s adventure travel line – separates dirty gear from clean…

  • The MTB Lab Best of 2018 – Packs, Shoes, Sunglasses, and Grips

    Some of our Best of 2018 miscellaneous gear we tested include the superb and high functional Platypus Duthie AM Hydration Pack, the Mountainsmith Cycle Cube organizational bag for carrying all your cycling gear, the Pearl Izumi X-ALP Elevate mountain bike shoe with Boa closure and great hike-a-bike characteristics, the Smith Optics Attack Max sunglasses with huge field of…

  • Pre Sea Otter Topeak 2018 Preview

      With the Sea Otter Festival coming up next month, Topeak is about to release some of their new 2018 products. The trick Mountain TT Twin Turbo hand pump and the JoeBlow Twin Turbo floor pump, utilize their TTwin Turbo technology, which allows the user to pull to compress air, and then push to inflate for…

  • The MTB Lab Best of 2017 – Packs, Water Filters, Shoes and Belts

    Some of our Best of 2017 items we tested include the organizational friendly Osprey SnowKit Duffel Bag, the light, and comfortable CamelBak Chase Bike Vest hydration pack, the small, and highly functional MSR TrailShot water filter, the superb Pearl Izumi X-Project P.R.O. Mountain bike shoes and finally the stretchy Yaak B-19 belt with its carbon fiber buckle. Osprey…

  • Interbike 2016 – Topeak

    For 2017 Topeak has a bunch of new products, including the innovative dual chambered Joe Blow Twin Turbo floor pump, the Bikepacking bag series (top, frame, saddle and handlebar bags) and new additions to the Ninja lineup, including the Ninja CO2+, Ninja CO2, the Ninja Pouch+ and Ninja Pouch. JoeBlow Twin Turbo The JoeBlow lineup…

  • Bopworx Bicycle Protection System

    The Bopworx Bicycle Protection system was born from the need to protect your valuable bike investment from damage during transportation and storage. Their product suite consists of the Fork Guard, the Bop Bumper, the Double Bumper and the Rear Derailleur Guard, all of which function as high-tech versions of foam, padding, bubble wrap, pipe insulation, and other…