An elegantly monochromatic grey everyday carry kit of high-end grail pieces. Crafted to be precise workhorse instruments with subdued style. An everyday carry kit is a constantly evolving, ever-changing set of gear that should be customized to the person’s preferences and situational needs. *Courtesy of John Cain (Vinjatek) Click here to read the article on […]
Nomad
Loadout Room photo of the day: Urban Survival Micro Kit
The SERE Pouch 1 by Triple Aught Design with my own urban survival micro equipment kit. Featuring the EDC Card by Cha O Ha Designs and various brandless and custom tools. Review coming soon. Courtesy of John Cain (Vinjatek)
Diamond Brand Gear’s New American-Made Belay Bag: Quick Look
New for Spring ’18, Diamond Brand is introducing a new fully customizable and American-crafted Belay Bag for the modern adventurer. Inspired by the brand’s original daypack launched in the ‘80s, the updated Belay Bag uses upcycled materials and features interchangeable straps and front pockets large enough to store a 32 oz. growler – perfect for a day […]
Loadout Room photo of the day: Vagabond Loadout Carry System
My “life kit” as a vagabond evolves and upgrades the longer I travel and the more I live a life nomadic – this is my latest loadout carry system. These 2 bags contain the entirety of my immediate possessions. That is, everything I need to not just survive, but to thrive as a completely location independent and erratically mobile man. […]
Overseas Travel: Having an escape and evasion mindset
I recently had the opportunity to travel to Nuremberg, Germany on business. That flight consisted of flying through Atlanta International Airport, Paris France International Airport and then over to Nuremberg. On the return trip, I traveled through Amersterdam. With that said I had to traverse through multiple security checkpoints and Customs. Knowing this ahead of time allowed me to plan for what I would be packing in my bags. It’s vitally important to do your homework before traveling to […]
Gossamer Gear: Type II 26 Summit Pack
This lightweight summit pack is versatile enough to take to school, the gym, and up your favorite peak. When I was younger and working for the first time, I took my first paycheck and went to REI. I walked in and the only thing I felt like I could afford was one of the Flash […]
Gobi Gear SegSac Traveler | Minimalist Packing
For those that like to travel light and far, there are often certain limitations that prevent them from doing so efficiently. One limitation is the weight of the bag used to carry their personal belongings, and the other is the disorganization that is usually seen when carrying a variety of items. The Gobi Gear SecSac […]
Goal Zero | Solar Power for Off-the-Grid Travel
The Loadout Room’s professional dirtbag and world traveler, Leo Jenkins, lays down his solar power setup for traveling from Alaska to Argentina. All with one major priority – keeping his beer ice-cold.
Vertx EDC Transit Sling Pack: A great daily commuter bag for digital nomads
“Digital nomads are a type of people who use telecommunications technologies to earn a living and, more generally, conduct their life in a nomadic manner. Such workers often work remotely from foreign countries, coffee shops, public libraries, co-working spaces, or recreational vehicles.” – Wikipedia One thing I’ve learned over the years is that there is no ‘one bag fits all’ when it comes […]
Waterfield Designs: Gear for the nomadic lifestyle
I’ve always got my eyes out for products that allow me to commute and travel with my gear in a more organized, streamlined and minimalist manner. With more and more people living a more nomadic lifestyle, entrepreneurs or those working from home and commuting around town, this type of product becomes more of a necessity. One of […]