Backpacks, Outdoor Gear and EDC | The Best Products to Buy in February 2024

A rugged adventure-ready duffel, fresh styles for bridging your winter and spring wardrobe, and a travel duffel fusing clean urban style and functionality – discover all of these and more as we delve into February’s best new gear.

EDC

Maktar Nukii Personal Data Protector

Want peace of mind that your personal data is extra-secure? Maktar’s Nukii personal data protector is designed to provide secure offline data storage, without the use of any passwords. Instead, it uses a patented NFC unlock feature and also automatically locks when unplugged for added security. Additionally, in case it’s ever lost you can use the remote wipe feature to delete your data remotely. If you’re keen to own one yourself, check out the Maktar Nukii Kickstarter campaign to learn more.

CITIZEN × PORTER GMT World Time Watch

PORTER have teamed up with Japanese watchmaker CITIZEN to create the GMT World Time Watch. Inspired by the concept of travel but suitable for everyday wear too, the watch features Eco Drive technology for charging in daylight. It has a water-resistant urethane band but also comes with a polyester band featuring an on-brand black and orange colorway.

Urban

Filson Womenswear Collection

Filson are well known for their tough and versatile menswear that can straddle the urban/outdoor divide. But Filson has announced that come fall, women will be able to enjoy exclusive Filson pieces courtesy of the brand’s debut womenswear collection. The collection takes inspiration from pioneering outdoor women and 1970s to ’80s Western Resort Town Americana and features 32 styles including outerwear, shirting, and accessories. Filson will be launching six new women’s bag styles, each in black and tan colorways, including the Drawstring Backpack, Compact Duffle Bag, Convertible Field Bag, Small Zipper Tote, Small Open Tote, and XS Field Bag. The collection will be available in August 2024.

Mission Workshop Mason Power Stretch Pro

In their continued pursuit to produce durable and versatile pieces with timeless design, modern construction, and advanced materials, Missions Workshop has just dropped their Mason Power Stretch Pro. Made in New York City and utilizing Polartec Power Stretch Pro fabric, the pullover features exceptional 4-way stretch, abrasion resistance and rapid shape recovery. It’s suitable for various conditions, with its dual-knit construction promoting breathability and moisture-wicking while managing a plush and lightweight feel.

Buck Mason Interloop Sweats Collection

For the Spring/Summer season, the Los Angeles-based essentials brand looked to one of their proprietary fabrics and introduced the Vintage Interloop sweats collection. The material is a soft, breathable, mediumweight, 100% cotton French terry with a semi-brushed back. Each piece in the collection is washed to give it the look of a well-worn item right out of the box. This season includes three styles – a crewneck, quarter zip, and hooded sweatshirt – and each is available in various colors.

A Modern Classic Mac Jacket from Quince

Quince, a San Francisco-based affordable luxury brand, has recently released a modern take on the classic Mac jacket. Their new creation, the Comfort Stretch Trench Coat, features a stretch-cotton fabric that is PFC-free and water-resistant. The coat is lined with lightweight polyester, making it perfect for unpredictable spring weather. The cotton used in the coat has been certified by the Better Cotton Initiative, ensuring sustainable farming practices and reducing water consumption during production. This trench coat is a great option for those looking for a stylish and sustainable piece to add to their wardrobe.

Buck Mason x Japanese Footwear Brand Moonstar

Established in 1873, Moonstar has maintained a legacy of crafting exceptional vulcanized rubber and canvas footwear in Kurume, Japan. The vulcanized rubber can trace itself back to 1839 when Charles Goodyear pioneered the work of combining rubber and sulfur to create an improved material. Now, Buck Mason has teamed up with the Japanese footwear giant for a limited line of Deck Shoes. Combining the classic rubber soles and herringbone twill uppers, the Deck shoe is available in four versatile colors and represents a modern interpretation of a quintessential California icon, not to mention an ideal travel shoe for fair-weather locales.

Roark Spring ’24 Run Collection

Roark’s Spring 24 Run collection is inspired by the pleasant weather and white sand beaches of the Mediterranean. The collection features comfortable and fun designs that are perfect for everyday wear. One of their latest offerings is The Baja daily run short, made from a blend of polyester and spandex for quick drying and flexibility. This versatile short can be used for morning runs or hiking trails and features a waterproof phone pocket, gel pocket, and an antimicrobial liner. The Bless Up trail shirt has four-way stretch, is lightweight, microperforated, and is perfect for a hard workout in the mountains or a casual dinner. Lastly, the Serrano Short is Roark’s most relaxed offering made from lightweight REPREVE recycled polyester with a DWR water-resistant finish. It features two slash pockets, one side zip pocket, and a rear patch pocket with a zipper closure.

NEMO Vantage 26L Endless Promise® Daypack

The NEMO Vantage 26L Endless Promise® Daypack packs sustainability and multifunctionality into one versatile bag that can move easily from urban commutes to trail excursions on your downtime. Built to be completely recyclable, the pack features innovative water-resistant and tough materials and when it eventually reaches the end of its life, it can be sent back to NEMO for recycling. Multiple compartments and pockets keep gear well organized and you can also opt for the 20L or 30L sizes for different carry needs.

Émigré Active Backpack

One backpack for work, the gym, and travel? The Émigré Active Backpack is a suave choice, offering dual compartments and multiple pockets to organize tech, clothing, quick-access EDC or travel essentials, and more. The pack includes a waterproof interior pocket for gym shoes or laundry, while the clean aesthetics adapt well to a variety of work and travel environments.

Tracksmith Harbor Vest

Warmth doesn’t have to mean excessive weight. Case in point, Tracksmith’s Harbor Vest. The insulated, weather-resistant vest features PrimaLoft® Gold insulation and keeps you warm at your core without restricting freedom of movement. Versatile for casual everyday wear and more active pursuits alike, the relaxed fit allows for layering and a selection of pockets provide storage for small essentials while you’re on the go.

EVERGOODS CPL16

Love the streamlined efficiency of the CPL24 but wish it was just a little smaller? EVERGOODS delivers with the new CPL16. A multifunctional workhorse for the everyday commute, gym trips, overnight excursions, and more, the CPL16 offers dedicated storage for tech, an easy-access clamshell-style main compartment, and quick-access pockets. Sharing all the same features as its big brother, the CPL16 is a great option for those with smaller frames or who need to carry smaller loads.

Travel

Ortlieb Duffle RC

No matter where your next adventure leads, Ortlieb’s Duffle RC is built to endure the scrapes and scruffs of travel with ease. Sustainably built in Germany, the bag has an IP64 dust/splash-proof rating and roll-top closure for protection from the elements. The padded and removable straps can be used as backpack straps, allowing you to haul your gear by hand or on your back for longer distances. And with external attachment points you can secure additional gear to the bag or use them to secure the bag to a vehicle or boat.

Mission Workshop Mass Transit

Mission Workshop’s Mass Transit fuses sleek urban style and weatherproof durability, making it a savvy pick for work and leisure trips alike. The 33.6L bag offers 25% more capacity than Mission Workshop’s standard Transit Duffle and is made with a burly VX21 X-Pac exterior, complemented by weatherproof YKK AquaGuard zippers. The Mass Transit features stowable grab handles and a removable shoulder strap but can also be paired with an optional backpack harness. Additionally, an assortment of quick-access and interior pockets keep gear tidy and accessible on the go, including an exterior zippered laptop pocket.

NEMO Double Haul™ Convertible Duffel and Tote

Loads and carry preferences often change from one trip to the next but NEMO’s Double Haul keeps up every step of the way. The convertible design combines a duffel and tote, alternating between the two to suit different needs. The bag is made with bluesign® approved 420D recycled nylon and works equally well for gear-heavy weekend adventures, trips to the beach, and more. Available in four sizes and offering three carry options (tote, shoulder, and backpack mode), this hauler easily accommodates a variety of loads and trips.

Photography

KILLSPENCER CW Morgan Bag

KILLSPENCER has teamed up with filmmaker Van Neistat to revive a limited-edition camera bag designed for professional DSLR photographers on the go in urban and more rugged settings alike. Inspired by a tool box but created for carrying camera gear, the CW Morgan Bag is a multi-piece kit that includes a removable Bucket and Knick-Knack Bag to organize items. Handmade in Los Angeles with a blend of raw natural canvas and a leather base, it also includes an interior 13″ laptop compartment and a removable shoulder strap.

Billingham x Red Dot Cameras Hadley Small

British bag brand Billingham have partnered with Red Dot Cameras on a limited-edition version of their popular Hadley Small Camera Bag. The Billingham Hadley Small in Sage FibreNyte with Camo Front is available exclusively from Red Dot Cameras in London, either in-store or online for international shipping. Made in England, the bag fits a small to medium-sized DSLR and two to three small-to-medium lenses. 

deuter Jaypack 34+

deuter’s Jaypack 34+ is a sleek and functional camera backpack that accommodates larger photography setups in the main compartment, along with personal items in a separate top compartment (with zipper access to the main compartment if required). Rear panel access lets you get to gear in the main compartment, while the front exterior pocket provides storage for a laptop, tablet, and small accessories. The pack includes a removable padded hipbelt and gear straps to secure items externally, such as a tripod or outer layer.

GRAMS28 172 Camera Sling

The GRAMS28 172 Camera Sling delivers a luxurious carry experience for smaller camera setups, whether you’re photographing formal events or enjoying a casual weekend shoot. The padded interior accommodates a full-size camera and lens, with a front pocket providing additional storage for accessories. Made with full-grain Italian leather, the sling looks equally suave in professional and casual settings and doubles as an everyday sling when not required for photography gear.

Our Best New Gear guides are written by David Vo and Catherine Baecker-Khoury.