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The 6 BEST Bags for Dads š¶
10 Sep 2026
01:07:56
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šļø Welcome to the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, Iām joined by Chad, aka the Bag Dad, to talk about something we havenāt really covered before: backpacks for dads. We dive into how premium EDC and travel backpacks can double as dad bags, from the diaper years all the way to sports tournaments and everyday family adventures.
We talk about the features that suddenly become way more important when youāre a parent, including quick access, one-handed zippers, self-standing designs, water bottle pockets, organization, and most importantly, comfort. Chad also explains why he thinks a great backpack can be a much better long-term investment than a traditional diaper bag.
00:00 - Intro 03:58 - Backpack Parenting 05:31 - Big Announcement 07:01 - Stages 12:52 - Quick Access 15:51 - Diaper Bags 21:00 - Chaos 24:45 - More Gear 28:29 - Value 31:45 - Comfort 34:26 - Top Dad Bags 37:16 - #6 Evergoods 40:45 - #5 ULA 45:09 - #4 Eberlestock 48:59 - #3 Black Ember 52:30 - #2 Evergoods 55:40 - #1 Dad Bag 1:04:58 - Final Thoughts
Affiliate Disclosure: We hope you enjoyed our The 6 BEST Bags for Dads podcast! To support our channel, we use affiliate links in our content. Clicking on these links and making a purchase helps us keep creating great videos (at no extra cost to you!)
Free Gear Disclosure: We often receive free gear for our reviews, but this does not influence our opinions. We always provide honest reviewsāif a product isn't up to par, we'll tell you.
Why are the best bags always SOLD OUT? (NN Podcast)
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šļø Welcome to Episode 25 of the Nomads Nation Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with Laura, founder of Move Supply Chain, to uncover why some of the world's most popular backpacks are constantly out of stock. We dive deep into the realities of supply chain management, from sourcing specialized materials and managing factory relationships to navigating logistics, cash flow, and production delays.
We also discuss how small brands can compete with industry giants, why strong relationships with manufacturers matter more than most people realize, the importance of understanding your product's construction, and practical strategies founders can use to build a more resilient supply chain. Whether you're a backpack enthusiast, product founder, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes before a bag reaches your doorstep, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
Affiliate Disclosure: We hope you enjoyed our Why are the best bags always SOLD OUT video! To support our channel, we use affiliate links in our content. Clicking on these links and making a purchase helps us keep creating great videos (at no extra cost to you!)
Free Gear Disclosure: We often receive free gear for our reviews, but this does not influence our opinions. We always provide honest reviewsāif a product isn't up to par, we'll tell you.
How to Start a Bag Brand
31 Aug 2026
00:45:30
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šļø Welcome to the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, Iām bringing back Lara from Move Supply Chain for a behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to build a backpack brand from scratch.
We dive into the realities of creating a bag, from figuring out your true costs and pricing strategy to sourcing materials, sampling, prototyping, and eventually getting the finished product into customersā hands. We also talk about why building a custom backpack can take much longer than expected and just how many individual components can go into a single bag.
I also share some real numbers and lessons from building my own bag brand, including what our flagship backpack actually costs to make and why the cost of manufacturing is only one piece of the bigger picture.
If you're thinking about starting your own bag brand, building an e-commerce product, or you're simply curious about what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite backpacks, this episode gives you a look at the realities of bringing a bag from idea to market. šš„
00:00 - Building Bags 01:35 - Founder Reality 07:00 - Know Your Costs 10:18 - Pricing Strategy 14:34 - Starting From Scratch 16:42 - Material Sourcing 20:06 - Backpack Economics 24:25 - Profit Margins 29:15 - Pricing Matters 34:19 - Better Prototypes 38:00 - Product vs Profit 40:18 - Build a Brand 44:11 - Final Thoughts
Affiliate Disclosure: We hope you enjoyed our How to Start a Bag Brand video! To support our channel, we use affiliate links in our content. Clicking on these links and making a purchase helps us keep creating great videos (at no extra cost to you!)
Free Gear Disclosure: We often receive free gear for our reviews, but this does not influence our opinions. We always provide honest reviewsāif a product isn't up to par, we'll tell you.
Alpaka's Origin Story (& what makes them different)
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šļø Welcome to Episode 24 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, I sit down with Alpaka co-founders to explore the story behind one of the fastest-growing carry brands in the industry. From launching with a Kickstarter campaign to owning their factory, hardware, and even developing their own fabrics, they break down how Alpaka built a business around controlling its entire supply chain.
We also dive into why they created Maglock hardware, the challenges of manufacturing at scale, the evolution of Axoflux fabrics, and how owning production helps Alpaka move faster than most brands in today's rapidly changing market. If you're interested in backpacks, product design, manufacturing, or building a gear brand, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights. šš„
00:00 - Introduction 03:27 - How Alpaka Started 06:31 - Building the First Backpack 10:00 - Kickstarter Lessons 12:59 - Scaling Beyond Kickstarter 15:23 - Why Own the Supply Chain? 17:42 - The Story Behind MagLockz 20:39 - Owning Their Factory 23:28 - Shipping Strategy Evolution 28:54 - The Future of Retail 31:45 - Creating Axoflux Fabrics 35:20 - What's Next for Alpaka 37:50 - Upcoming Products 38:56 - Final Thoughts
Affiliate Disclosure: We hope you enjoyed our Alpaka podcast video! To support our channel, we use affiliate links in our content. Clicking on these links and making a purchase helps us keep creating great videos (at no extra cost to you!)
Free Gear Disclosure: We often receive free gear for our reviews, but this does not influence our opinions. We always provide honest reviewsāif a product isn't up to par, we'll tell you.
The Warās Impact on the Bag Industry (Playbook for Brands)
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šļø Welcome to Episode 21 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode dives deep into the world of bags, slings, and EDC gear with John from the UnPackād YouTube channelāa true carry nerd. We start by comparing premium and value-focused brands, break down the best slings, small backpacks, and everyday carry essentials, and geek out over design, materials, and usability. Expect insights on why simplicity often wins, and which bags truly stand out for everyday life.
From larger travel backpacks and personal item bags to tech pouches and water bottle holders, we cover all the gear that makes a bag iconic.
Finally, we wrap with our review philosophy, share tips for organizing gear, and tease some exciting upcoming bag drops hitting UnPackād in March. If you love smart gear, obsess over compartments, or just want a fun deep dive into bags and EDC essentials, this episode is packed with nerdy carry goodness. š
00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast 2:27 ā Favorite Travel Backpacks 11:19 ā Features vs Comfort Discussion 17:56 ā Everyday Carry (EDC) Bags Discussion 20:00 ā Early Travel Bag Experiences with Able Carry 25:03 ā āRide or Dieā Bag 32:04 ā Price Comparison & Value vs Competitors 46:02 - Favorite Daily Carry 52:29 - Personal preference on Evergoods vs Tomtoc 54:00 - Best Water Bottle holders 58:07 ā Tech pouches S-tier discussions 1:04:09 - Upcoming Gear Tease
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šļø Welcome to Episode 20 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, Iām joined by Nick from Alpkitāa veteran in the backpack world and a true OG when it comes to thoughtful design and quality manufacturing. We kick things off with the story of how Alpkit started, from four friends with a passion for outdoor adventures to building a versatile brand that covers everything from travel gear to technical outdoor equipment.
We dive deep into the challenges and advantages of making bags in the UK, including training skilled seamstresses, balancing craftsmanship with production efficiency, and why producing locally can actually be a huge business advantage. Then we pivot to one of the most exciting parts of the episodeāthe Trakke story. Nick shares how Alpkit rescued the beloved heritage brand, preserved its iconic designs, and is now paving the way for a new chapter that balances classic aesthetics with lighter, technical gear.
If youāre into carry gear, love understanding the construction behind your bags, or just canāt resist a deep dive into bag history and innovation, this episode is packed with insights you wonāt want to miss. šš„
00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast 01:20 - Alpkit origin story 06:50 - Sewing shortage in UK 16:02 - UK production advantage 22:04 - Trakke closure 28:08 - Made in Scotland 31:11 - Trakke's Future 35:37 - Integrating Alpkit & Trakke
Chase & Bo's Favorite Bags... sort of (NN Podcast EP 18)
25 Apr 2025
01:24:28
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šļø Welcome to Episode 18 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
This episode takes a fun turn into the world of cold plunges, ice baths, and cold showersāwhere growth meets discomfort (and shivering āļø). Aaron gives his take on Chaseās now-viral ice bath video, Bo shares his own frosty plunge experience, and we dive into how cold exposure ties into self-growth, menās groups, and personal development. Yep... weāre going deep.
Of course, it wouldn't be a Nomads Nation episode without some serious bag talk. We break down our picks for the best sling bags, small backpacks, EDC essentials, and even make a case for the most underrated carry of all: the tote bag.
If you're into gear, growth, and a little bit of chill (literally and figuratively), this one's packed with good vibes, solid takes, and plenty of nerdy carry goodness. š§ š¼
00:00 -Ā Intro 02:28 - Aaron's opinion on Chase's ice bath video 05:26 - Aaron's Dry January 06:19 - Bo's cold plunge experience 07:17 - Chase's cold shower experience 09:54 - Overlap between carry community and self-growth 13:41 - Men's groups and personal development 19:11 - Best Slings discussion 31:05 - Best Small Backpacks discussion 40:00 - Best EDC backpack discussion 59:46 - Best Tote bag discussion
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š Connect with gear-heads on the NN SubredditĀ ā”ļø https://www.reddit.com/r/Nomads_Nation/
š¤Ā Buy/sell used bags on the NN MarketplaceĀ ā”ļø https://marketplace.nomadsnation.com/
EPIC Convo with Toshi Sling Creators (NN Podcast EP 17)
09 Apr 2025
00:52:11
š„ Check out the bag I made šš¼ https://go.nomadsnation.com/fyro-t22
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00:00 - Intro to Rework Gear and the Toshi Sling 00:20 Meet the Co-founders of Rework Gear 01:39 Immigration Story: From Singapore to the US 02:47 - The Story Behind Rework Gear: From Corporate Aversion to Bag Design 04:05 - Launching the Reset System on Kickstarter 06:09 - Journey into Bag Industry 07:26 - Jia's Initial Thoughts on Starting a Bag Company 09:14 - Kickstarter Realities and the Transition to E-commerce 11:49 - Singapore as a Carry Capital 14:33 - Bag Scene in the Bay Area 16:56 - Inspiration Behind the Rework Toshi Sling 18:30 - Development & Prototyping Process 21:38 - Balancing Design, Materials and Price 24:55 - Marketing Strategies: Facebook Ads and Reviewers 27:44 - Expansion and Compression Design of the Toshi Sling 30:36 - Most challenging thing aside from the product development 33:17 - Cash Flow and Business Planning 35:03 - It's not easy to run a bag company 36:56 - Future Plans for Rework: New Products and Series 40:00 - Customer Support and Brand Connection 42:01 - Female Perspective in the Carry Community 46:55 - Aaron's Journey to Hong Kong and Entrepreneurship
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š Connect with gear-heads on the NN SubredditĀ ā”ļø https://www.reddit.com/r/Nomads_Nation/
š¤Ā Buy/sell used bags on the NN MarketplaceĀ ā”ļø https://marketplace.nomadsnation.com/
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Danny Packs REVEALS his favorite bags of all time... (NN Podcast EP 16)
24 Mar 2025
01:07:42
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šļø Welcome to Episode 16 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, Iām joined by Danny from Danny Packs ā a fellow bag nerd, content creator, and all-around travel junkie whoās been tearing up the globe with his latest adventures (think salsa dancing in Seoul, suitcase wisdom, and some seriously spicy bag takes). šŗš We dive deep into the world of bags, packs, and everything in between, with plenty of laughs, hot takes, and travel stories along the way.
We kick things off with an exciting Rushfaster collab, then dive into the best sling bags of the year, our favorite small backpacks, and a solid discussion on EDC bags. We also cover travel backpacks that wonāt break your back, the top personal item bags for flights, and ask some spicy questions: which is the most underrated travel bag out there? Are duffels smart or straight-up stupid for travel? And we break down one of the most unique travel bags weāve ever seenāgenius or total gimmick?
If you're into bags, travel stories, and hot takes on gear, this oneās for you. š§³ Letās get into it! š
00:00 - Intro 03:04 - Rushfaster Collab 04:26 - Salsa, Seoul & Suitcases: Dannyās Travel AdventuresĀ 06:06 - Best Sling Bags of the Year 12:53 - Small Backpack Recommendations 21:06 - Best EDC Bags Discussion 26:06 - Travel Backpacks That Wonāt Break Your Back 27:56 - Best Personal Item Backpacks 32:09 - Is This the Most Underrated Travel Bag?Ā 42:14 - The Duffel Dilemma: Smart or Stupid for Travel?Ā 43:26 - Genius or Gimmick? The Most Unique Travel Bag Yet
How the bag world has changed in the last 15 years (w/ Co-Founder of Tortuga Backpacks)
07 Mar 2025
00:56:56
00:00 - Intro 00:28 - Meet Fred Perrotta, Co-Founder of Tortuga 2:01 - Tortuga in 2010Ā 5:32 - The Rise of Backpacks on Kickstarter 9:01 - The First Tortuga Prototype 10:28 - Why Tortuga Moved Manufacturing to Vietnam 11:10 - Backpacks Made in China vs. Backpacks made in Vietnam 17:01 - How Backpack Fabrics Have Evolved Over 15 Years 22:23 - Being innovative vs risksĀ 26:03 - Why Tortuga Only Focuses on Travel Bags 39:06 - How Airline Restrictions Are Changing Bag Designs 40:30 - The Water Bottle Pocket Controversy 43:08 - The Emotional Connection to Travel Bags 48:04 - The Role of YouTube Reviews in the Backpack Industry 51:59 - Is It Harder to Run a Bag Brand in 2024?
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šļø Welcome to Episode 15 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, I chat with Fred Perrotta, co-founder of Tortuga, about everything from travel bags to making backpacks to how the industry is changing. We get into how Kickstarter helped launch backpack brands, why people get so attached to their bags, and yesāthe great water bottle pocket debate (itās a real thing, trust me).
Fred also shares why Tortuga only focuses on travel bags instead of everyday carry, why they moved manufacturing to Vietnam, how airline rules shape bag designs, and whether running a backpack brand in 2025 is tougher than ever.
If youāre a bag nerd, travel junkie, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode is for you! š
Bellroy, bags, & warranties (w/ Bellroy founder Andy Fallshaw)
23 Dec 2024
00:57:53
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Welcome to Episode 14 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I chat with Bellroy founder Andy Fallshaw about all things bags and warranties. We chat about the challenges surrounding warranties, and what Bellroy is doing to improve their own warranty and customer support.
00:36 - The carry community 2:46 - New Bellroy bags 6:20 - Traveling lite 10:30 - Bellroy's ambitious year 13:29 - Different EDC for different locations 17:09 - Bellroy's new warranty 29:08 - Innovation vs playing it safe 31:45 - Evergoods 32:29 - Fine print in warranties 36:55 - GORUCK & Osprey warranties 40:30 - Bellroy repair center? 42:11 - Overseas repairs 43:03 - Bellroy customer support 46:20 - Brand reputations 49:15 - Why 6 years? 54:30 - Upcoming Bellroy bags
The TRUTH about bag development & factories (NN Podcast EP 13)
22 Sep 2024
01:22:11
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Welcome to Episode 13 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today myself and my guest, Luke Reynolds the founder of BagMe,Ā come at you live from Vietnam where we talk all about the behind the scenes of developing and manufacturing bags!
Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
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Why are there NO bag stores??
27 Aug 2024
00:49:28
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Welcome to Episode 12 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with the Ubrancred founder Edward Wang. In the episode we talk all about bag stores, why there aren't more of them, and what can be done about that...
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00:00 - Intro 01:14 - What is Urbancred? 4:42 - How bag retail works 7:27 - How to start a bag retail store 10:13 - Online vs physical store 15:38 - More bag retail stores? 19:03 - Biggest bag markets 23:40 - Best cities for bag stores 30:06 - Why Huckberry is amazing 36:19 - How to pick a retail location 38:42 - More bag events? 41:15 - Losing sales 45:20 - Carry Competition?
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Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
Epic Travel Hacks w/ JB Outside & Klint from the Perfect Bag
11 Aug 2024
01:16:07
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Welcome to Episode 11 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with Klint from The Perfect Bag and JB Outside to discuss our BEST travel hacks. In the episode we discuss...
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00:00 - Intro 01:35 - JBās travel life 4:04 - Klintās travel life 05:10 - Aaronās travel life 05:47 - JB the pilot 08:46 - Airline loyalty/points/miles 16:47 - US vs International flights 23:58 - One bag traveling 28:24 - Luggage travel 31:08 - Travel shoes 36:18 - Klintās fav travel bags 42:24 - JDās fav travel bags 46:45 - 1.5 bag travel 49:10 - Thoughts on sling bags 58:23 - Making contentĀ 56:55 - New content 1:01:00 - Fyro updates 1:05:03 - NN Marketplace 1:08:38 - Youtube growth
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Looking for awesome deals on top-notch gear?
Check out the Nomads Nation Marketplace! A secure hub where bag enthusiasts can buy, sell, and connect. Discover amazing deals and join the community today š https://district.net/nomads
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Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
Epic EDC Hacks w/ Ron Kwok (NN Podcast EP 10)
05 Aug 2024
01:17:24
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Welcome to Episode 9 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with EDC-expert Ron Kwok to talk all things carry.Ā
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00:00 - Intro 02:43 - Living with purpose 05:49 - Overcoming perfectionism 08:10 - Why EDC? 12:08 - Ron's knife pitch 17:25 - How location affects EDC 22:56 - EDC & weather 30:33 - The magic of slings 41:56 - Knife recommendationsĀ 45:30 - Fav pouches 49:00 - Fav slings 55:21 - Fav EDC backpacks 1:04:22 - Fav travel bags & travel talk 1:16:25 - Ron's plans
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Looking for awesome deals on top-notch gear?
Check out the Nomads Nation Marketplace! A secure hub where bag enthusiasts can buy, sell, and connect. Discover amazing deals and join the community today š https://district.net/nomads
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Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
HOT TAKES with Danny Packs (NN Podcast EP 9)
28 Jul 2024
01:05:41
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Welcome to Episode 8 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with Danny Packs where we look at hot topics in the carry community and decide if they are overrated, underrated, or perfectly rated.
Check out the Nomads Nation Marketplace! A secure hub where bag enthusiasts can buy, sell, and connect. Discover amazing deals and join the community today š https://district.net/nomads
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Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
Aer vs Bellroy DEBATE with Chase & Bo
15 Apr 2024
01:18:49
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Welcome to Episode 8 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with Bo Ismono & Chase Reeves for an in-depth DEBATE of Aer vs Bellroy...
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00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Trivia time! 8:01 - Aer's FIRST product? 9:34 - More popular? 12:33 - Aer impressions 18:45 - Bellroy impressions 26:11 - Worst Bellroy products 32:09 - Worst Aer products 34:18 - Getting older 40:11 - Favorite Bellroy bags 47:59 - Favorite Aer bags 51:53 - Who makes more comfy bags? 54:00 - Who makes better looking bags? 57:15 - Which brand wins? 1:01:33 - What did we learn? 1:10:03 - Is the market oversaturated? 1:13:16 - Materialism vs happiness
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Looking for awesome deals on top-notch gear?
Check out the Nomads Nation Marketplace! A secure hub where bag enthusiasts can buy, sell, and connect. Discover amazing deals and join the community today š https://district.net/nomads
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Affiliate Disclosure - We hope you enjoyed our podcast episode!
Here at Nomads Nationā¢, we thrive to create the best travel content on the web! To do that we create EPIC videos that take a lot of time and money, so we monetize our videos with affiliate links. This means that if you click on one of our links and make a purchase, we make a small commission - at no extra cost to you!
Using our links for purchases is the best way to support the channel so we can keep making amazing videos.Ā
If you arenāt going to make a purchase, but still want to show us some love - then smash that subscribe button!Ā
Thanks for the love!Ā :)
Bellroy's designers TELL ALL
09 Apr 2024
01:09:29
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Welcome to Episode 7 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with Bo Ismono, James Jeffrey and Davin Hanna for an in-depth discussion on Bellroy
00:00 - Intro 00:31 - JJ background 03:59 - Davin background 8:23 - Fav Bellroy product 11:30 - The Bellroy process 17:17 - Designing for different countries 24:00 - Bellroy's design system 28:15 - Why multiple factories 30:13 - Mainstream vs Carry Community 40:08 - Designing admin compartments 44:39 - Designing for organization 48:14 - Bellroy fabrics 51:48 - Finding new fabrics 53:16 - Retiring products 55:14 - Waxed canvas bag?? 1:00:07 - Why no luggage pass throughs? 1:00:25 - Next Bellroy x Carryology collab! 1:02:06 - New categories? 1:08:47 - Conclusion
We give you our HOT TAKES in the bag world
08 Apr 2024
01:03:02
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Welcome to Episode 6 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! Today I sit down with Bo Ismono for an in-depth discussion on HOT TAKES we have about the bag industry.Ā
00:00 - Introduction and Hot Takes 03:50 - Made in America 12:04 - Bellroy is boring 17:52 - Warranties are BS 24:16 - Carryology collabs are scams 30:36 - Bo's coffee hack 32:00 - Uninspired collabs 37:20 - Controversial collabs 44:11 - Pack Hacker collab? 51:30 - Bo's dream collab 56:56 - Waxed canvas vs. XPAC
These bag features are NON NEGOTIABLE
03 Apr 2024
01:13:02
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In NN Podcast EP5, I sit down with Bo and Avishay for an in-depth discussion on the things that are NON NEGOTIABLE for us with bags.Ā
In the episode we chat about...
00:00 - Introduction and Non-Negotiables for Bags 14:00 - Features for Tech Pouches 19:00 - Aaron's Must-Have Features for Tech Pouches 32:00 - Must-Haves for EDC Bags 40:00 - Sling Bag Must-Haves 54:00 - Bo's Sling Bag Must-Haves 56:00 - AV's Sling Bag Must-Haves 01:00:00 - Aaron's Sling Bag Must-Haves 01:14:00 - Dealing with airline restrictions and personal items 01:18:00 - Benefits of 180-degree clamshell opening
Bag trends and PREDICTIONS for 2024
04 Mar 2024
01:15:12
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In NN Podcast EP4, I sit down with Bo Ismono and Gregory Li from Suburban for an in-depth discussion on the trends in the bag world.
In the episode we debate...
00:00 - Intro 10:07 - Trivia time! 14:47 - Are bags getting bigger? 25:43 - Vertical sling revolution 34:36 - Trending fabrics 37:01 - Eco-friendly BS? 41:19 - The rise of waxed canvas 52:40 - Brands on the up 01:03:46 - Brands in trouble 01:18:43 - Final thoughts
GORUCK vs Evergoods
28 Feb 2024
01:08:49
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Welcome to Episode 3 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
Today I sit down with Bo Ismono and Danny Packs for an in-depth debate of GORUCK vs Evergoods.
00:00 - Intro 04:02 - Trivia time! 12:40 - GORUCK pros and cons 19:40 - Evergoods pros and cons 31:30 - Favorite GORUCK Bag 33:44 - Are collabs overrated? 48:40 - Durability of the Bags 55:12 - Which brand has a better look? 01:02:00 - Favorite bag overall 1:08 - Motorbiking trips
Able Carry Max DEBATE
14 Feb 2024
01:10:38
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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
Today I sit down with Bo Ismono and Roland Kay Smith from Rushfaster for an in-depth discussion on the Able Carry Max.
In the episode we discuss...
00:00 - Intro 03:05 - Able Carry as a Brand 06:27 - Experience with the Max 11:57 - Honest Opinions 18:30 - Favorite Features 26:27 - Crucial Weaknesses 33:14 - Pockets & Water Bottle Holder 49:00 - Final Rating 01:05:00 - Alternative bags
Evergoods PLC20 DEBATE
03 Feb 2024
00:58:28
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Welcome to Episode 1 of the Nomads Nation Podcast!
In this episode, I sit down with Bo Ismono and Roland Kay Smith from Rushfaster for an in-depth discussion on the Evergoods PLC20.
In the episode we debate...
00:00 - Intro 1:02 - Who has the coolest PLC20 color? 2:51 - RIP Aaron's man-bun 8:40 - How comfortable is the PLC20? 9:52 - Evergoods internal materials 12:10 - Evergoods vs Black Ember 15:41 - Evergoods' impressive growth 24:52 - No water bottle pocket? 26:38 - Bo's embarrassing Dubai story 36:30 - Rate the bag's materials 41:58 - Rate the bag's aesthetic 46:15 - Rate the bag's functionality 53:36 - The brilliance of Tom Bihn bags