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Everyday Carry
Sep 27, 2016

Flying: How to build a TSA-Friendly EDC Kit

We wanted to put together a TSA-Friendly EDC Kit that you could take with you in a backpack, purse or...

Everyday Carry
Sep 4, 2016

How to pick the best pocket notebook for your EDC

We are firm believers in the benefits of carrying a pocket notebook as part of your EDC, but picking one...

Everyday Carry
Aug 19, 2016

10 Best pieces of EDC gear under $10

Your EDC doesn't have to be expensive. Actually, many folks practice everyday carry and don't even know it, picking up...

Everyday Carry
Aug 16, 2016

Carrying cash as part of your EDC: How to carry it and where to hide it (Part 3 of 3)

The final installment of our 3-part series, Carrying cash as part of your EDC, we look at ways to carry...

Everyday Carry
Jul 22, 2016

Leatherman Wingman vs Sidekick EDC multitool comparison

When Leatherman came out with the Wingman, they also introduced the Sidekick. These "sister" multitools offer Leatherman quality at an...

Everyday Carry
Jul 8, 2016

The three tiers of everyday carry (EDC)

What is EDC? It just means everyday carry, right? Well, we wanted to add some more definition around what everyday...

Everyday Carry
Jun 28, 2016

How to pick the best fire starter

It's always a good idea to have at least two ways to start a fire with you at all times....

Everyday Carry

Carrying cash as part of your EDC: How much to carry (Part 2 of 3)

Second in our 3-part series, Carrying cash as part of your EDC, we look at how much to carry in...

Everyday Carry
Jun 4, 2016

Carrying cash as part of your EDC: Six reasons why you should (Part 1 of 3)

Having redundancy is a key part of everyday carry (EDC). Payment methods (cash, credit and debit) are no exception. First...

Everyday Carry
May 23, 2016

The lost art of memorizing phone numbers

Quick. Can you remember your home phone number you had when you were 10 years old? If you were born...