Carry Guides
Guides, gear insights, and stories for carrying well.
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Back in 2003, the original Smart Alec made its debut–and it’s been a fan-favorite legacy design ever since. Retired, then brought back, then retired again, over the past few years, many of...
Travel
Recently, our designer, José, embarked on an exciting trip, trading the familiar silhouette of the Seattle skyline for the dazzling and bustling streets of Tokyo, Japan. What started as a birthday getaway...
Packing light is part science, part art—and for many, it takes years of trial, error, and split seams to get it right. But what if you could fast-track your journey to lightweight...
Everyone carries differently. Some people never notice the O-rings. Others build entire ecosystems around them–color-coded Key Straps, Swivel Double Carabiners locked and loaded, Ghost Whale Organizer Pouches, almost obsessive precision. Everyone has...
Meet Mitchell Keo, a Houston, Texas native turned Seattleite, book lover, community builder, drummer, TOM BIHN fan, and Chinatown Book Club founder. What started as a casual idea between friends became a...
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you’ve let the calendar days slip by (like we did!), and need last-minute gift ideas, here are some ways to show appreciation for...
Spring is starting to show its face here in Seattle—buds on the trees, longer light, and a fresh batch of ideas taking root in the factory. Here’s what we’ve been working on,...
About a year ago, we released the Nomad Tote—an 11-liter shoulder bag designed for digital nomads. While it’s received a lot of praise, we’ve also heard critical feedback: not capacious enough to...
We get a lot of reviews here at TOM BIHN. And while we’re busy obsessing over zippers, stitching, and pocket placement, some of you are out here writing comedy gold. Whether you’re...
Whether you’re navigating the ebb and flow of traffic, weaving through the city streets on a bike, walking your daily route, or catching a bus or train with minutes to spare, your...
Bags are more than just practical accessories; they are keepsakes of our memories and experiences–companions in our daily adventures. Every scuff, tear, stain, and forgotten item tucked inside the innermost pocket tells...
At TOM BIHN, we’re no strangers to experimentation and innovation. Our shelves are stacked with fabric samples—some that make their way into bags you carry every day, and others that remain as...
