edc - Everyday carry

EDC (EVERYDAY CARRY) + PERSONAL ITEMS

If you’re an EDC nerd - like I am - you’re aware that there are three zones of EDC: primary, secondary and tertiary. Primary is EDC I keep on my person, secondary is within a few feet (+/-) and tertiary relates to distinct use conditions (travel, Jeep, site visits, to name a few). My primary is listed here:

1. Braun Watch - I replaced the band with a rubberized one.

2. Bellroy Wallet - the magnetic closure is fidget-friendly

3. Northwall Multitool / Key - Box opener, prying tool, screwdriver. I use this frequently, it’s tiny and TSA compliant.

4. Coast PX15R Flashlight - Fits the tactical vibe of the bag and it’s rechargeable. High power, focuses between flood and spot, + clip.

5. Kuru Toga .5mm Mechanical Pencil + Lead

6. Tombow Click Eraser - for precision erasing

7. Apple AirTag - cheap insurance to keep track of your bags + valuables.

8. Vintage H. Chapin & Son #12 Boxwood Folding Ruler

9. Bellroy Pencil Case - More details on everything in my sketching kit here.

10. Derwent Color Pencils

11. iPhone 13 mini + MagSafe Leather Case

12. Baby Banter by Civivi (pictured below) - reversible pocket clip, this is a fun little flipper that works for most everyday uses. A 2.75” blade means you can legally carry it almost anywhere.

Mentioned, not pictured:

• TRACE Sketchbook + BLANK Sketchbook - created by 30X40 Design Workshop, LLC

• Pocket-sized Architect’s Scale

• Tech Pouch - smart design to keep your accessories organized. There are many knock-offs, the PD one is the best I’ve tested.

• Solar Battery Bank - huge capacity (10 charges for iPhone, 3.6 for iPad Pro), 4 inputs, 3 outputs, + flashlight

• Face Wipes - Put on a fresh face for your next meeting with these.

Travel edc

I’m a sucker for beautifully designed, rugged storage. I picked up these Yeti LoadOut GoBoxes on sale and always keep my eye out for more. They have divided storage inside, a zippered ‘pack-attic’ and a removable caddy tray. They hold an incredible amount of gear, they’re waterproof and can be used for mobile seating, even a step stool. The yellow Pelican case carries all my first aid gear and the rack storage tray + cargo net is from Hooke Road (their logo isn’t as nice as Yeti’s so I stickered over it). We do take the Jeep off-road and over-sand so having our gear secured and emergency medical gear along is important.

To see the Yeti LoadOut Box in use, watch the video below and learn more in this blog post.