Carrymove

The premise behind Carrymove is familiar to anyone who owns one bag that is too big for the commute and another that is too small for a weekend away. According to the maker, Carrymove is meant to remove that split by switching from a work mode to a travel mode, aimed at digital nomads, busy professionals and frequent travelers.

Capacity that changes with the trip

The core feature is what the maker calls a Triple Capacity System (30L–39L). In its compact 30L form, the bag is intended for daily carry: a laptop up to 17 inches, stationery and a phone. Opening a zipper expands it to 39L, which the maker describes as a 50% increase, intended for a two-night, three-day trip or a short business trip with room for a light outer layer and spare clothing.

Organization and access

The maker says the bag has more than 25 smart pockets. A quick-access zone near the shoulder strap is meant for a phone, transit pass and wallet, while an internal "Tech Hub" provides individual slots for items such as a Switch, power bank, charging cables and earphones. A clothing compartment uses dividers to keep shirts and trousers apart from shoes or swimwear, and a hidden water bottle pocket on the side folds inward when not in use and holds a bottle with elastic material when it is.

Instead of a top-loading design, Carrymove opens 180 degrees clamshell-style, like a suitcase, so the full contents can be seen at once.

Materials, carry and protection

• 2520D durable fabric with water-repellent properties, per the maker
• YKK lockable zippers
• Three carry styles: backpack, urban sling and handbag
• A reinforced base that lets the bag stand upright on its own
• A luggage pass-through on the back for mounting on a suitcase handle
• A laptop vault with a suspended padded cradle that holds laptops up to 17 inches off the bottom of the bag
• A laptop vault the maker says complies with TSA-approved specifications

On that last point, the source notes that the TSA-compliant design may in some cases save travelers from removing their laptop at security, but that this depends on individual airport rules.