We Built the Perfect EDC Backpack (w/ Nitpacker)

Subscribe to ‪@nitpacker‬ If you want to get notified when the newest bags and travel gear drops, be sure to sign up to the NNewsletter 👉 https://nomadsnation.com/newsletter/ 🎙️ Welcome to Episode 22 of the Nomads Nation Podcast! In this episode, we dive into EDC gear, backpack design, and travel-ready setups with Wolf, a true carry enthusiast and YouTuber. Wolf shares his personal insights on opening styles, dream bag builds, and the exact features that make a bag stand out—from self-standing foundations and internal linings to handles, harness systems, and tech compartments. We explore his favorite brands, including Able Carry, Aer City Pack Pro 2, Evergoods, and more, while highlighting what makes each bag unique in comfort, usability, and design. Wolf also shares tips for pairing everyday carry with suitcase travel, and teases upcoming bag reviews and endgame testing through the Nomads Nation bag council. If you love thoughtful bag design, obsess over comfort, or just want a nerdy deep dive into EDC essentials, this episode is packed with expert opinions and practical advice. 🎒 00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast 4:52 – Opening Styles for Everyday Carry 10:14 – Favorite Bag Materials 17:21 – Self-Standing Bags: Why It Matters 31:03 – Internal lining preferences: Pioneer, Carrie Cubo, Boundary Supply 38:02 – Quick access pockets: side vs top-down preferences 46:36 – Tech protection: laptop and tablet compartment highlights 54:37 – Ideal Bag Handles & Comfort 58:10 – One-Bag vs Suitcase Travel 1:00:11 – Episode Wrap-Up ********** 🌐 Sign up to the NNewsletter ➡️ https://nomadsnation.com/newsletter/ 😊 Connect with gear-heads on the NN Subreddit ➡️ / nomads_nation 🤝 Buy/sell used bags on the NN Marketplace ➡️ https://marketplace.nomadsnation.com/