Get a Great Bag!
I’ve tried out bags from all of these companies. None of them are paying to be on this page, and most will never even know that they are. I just want to tell you about great bags and companies!
Alpaka
“Sleek” and “technical” are the adjectives for this brand. Constantly evolving designs with an eye towards sustainability.
Out of the Woods
Bags and coolers made from PAPER. It’s a washable paper that feels a bit like leather, wears a bit like leather, but is better for the planet.
Bellroy
An Australian company “based all over the world” that came out of the Carryology blog. Certified B Corp.
Peak Design
Techy bags with a focus on travel and photography. Cool materials and tons of pockets and organization.
Cotopaxi
Really interesting bag designs with a focus on sustainability. Looking for a loud bag? Random colors? This might be your thing.
Rickshaw Bagworks
Great backpacks, messengers, and slings as well as great pen cases all made in San Francisco, California.
Evergoods
Designed in Montana and made in Vietnam. Bags for outdoors and out around town.
Tom Bihn
Very functional and versitile backpacks, slings, and other things made in Seattle, Washington.
Trakke
Recently revived Scottish company with all bags made in the UK, and usually from UK-made materials. Lots of waxed canvas.