No such thing as too many pockets just because you have them doesn’t mean you have to use them but when you need them, oh boy, it’s great that they’re there
To each their own, but I prefer a bit more on the minimalist side. I like the challenge of cutting down the my bare essentials (and having a lighter pack bc of it)
What is it with you and pockets? As for me, I like to organize my gear. I appreciate having options. My advice is if you don't want all of the features, only use the extra pockets when needed. It certainly doesn't hurt to have options.
Thanks for the review, NN. I came away from the review more impressed by the pouch than I was by the photos. Your efforts are appreciated! Now if we can just get those internal materials on their travel bags...
Got the X-Pac version for the larger tech items in my suitcase, as opposed to the carry-on backpack items. It fits an old Monster Outlets to Go 3 USB power strip, foreign plug adapters, Anker USB-A charger, Anker USB-C charger, etc.
I have an older Aer Tech pouch that I love a lot. I can not remember which one it is, I think it is the slim one. I also have the peak design one which I find way too big. This one might one might be a good one in the middle. The peak design has way too many pockets this one is between.
I swear. The bigger and more complex these tech pouches get… the more I try to FIND stuff to fill it with! These things are making me live less minimally for sure! Did I really need that Ti mini tape measure or 2nd bolt action pen?!? Well, I do have a nice slot for it so…
Can you please please please release the in-depth walkthrough of your backpack soon? I wanna check that video out to make my decision for the Kickstarter!
however this is a great review as well as the alternative recommendations. I would like to recommend another one Taskin Electronic Organizer/Tech Accessories Pouch/Cable Organizer
This seems like a super nice tech pouch that I would want. However my current tech pouch that I jsut got off of Amazon primarily carries all my charging cables. Would you recommend this pouch for cable management as well or is there a better pouch for this?
Great video! I’ve been going back and forth between this tech kit and my Evergoods CAP2.. love the materials and feel of this Aer pouch, but how can you beat the standing desk caddy effect of the CAP2?! Tough to beat that one when out and about with the mobile office EDC 😮
Another excellent and informative review Aaron I have the Aer Tech Pouch 2, the Aer SlmnPouch and the ALPAKA Tech Case Max, all In X PAC! You are costing me a fortune!😂
Is the moleskin notebook size A5? Trying to find a good desk caddy or sling that can fit this. Also, which desk caddy is your favorite at the moment? CAP2, Vertex, Cable Kit 3, etc?
I don't think it can. CAP2 was my go-to but I got annoyed of how heavy/bulky it is so I switched back to the Bellroy Desk Caddy and I'm loving it. It cannot fit my A5 notebook either, so I downgraded to a B7 notebook and it's great - perfect fit for all my needs and much lighter and less bulky. CAP2 still amazing tho
Too many pockets isn't really a thing unless they're origami style and you're forced to use them, I reckon... the CK3 doesn't seem to do that, looks like you could just not use them if you don't want to, but there's the option if you do. Full disclosure I'm about to get one of these to complement my TomToc tech pouch so I'm _definitely_ biased.😄😄
@@Nomads.Nation Fair. Depends on the gear for me, for a tech pouch I deffo like having options. My CK3 (+ a Slim Pouch too) arrives Thursday, if I don’t report back it’ll be because I got lost in the maze of pockets 😂😂
@@Nomads.Nation Love this thing, it's a different setup from my Tomtoc Tech Pouch with a similar capacity, so they complement each other nicely. I can also color code the black Aer and the blue Tomtoc. And the Slim Pouch will be perfect for when I need less stuff or to bring additional gear. Very happy with the purchase, this is going to work out very nicely!
New subscriber here. I am enjoying your videos, but I would love to see you review some of the tough gear brands such as Vanquest, Maxpedition, Vertx etc....
Too big , too many pockets it’s more convenient to use 2 smaller dedicated pouches . This why I ditched my peak design tech pouch : too many pockets and bulky And aer pullers are dangling
Which are you using then? I’m considering either the CAP2 or Vertex to fit an A5 notebook and dedicated pen spot to just keep at a desk and put it my backpack or other sling.
Both are great options but they are big and bulky. I just switched back to the Bellroy Desk Caddy and I love it BUT it can’t fit my A5 notebook so I leave that in the tech compartment in my bag. Then k switched to a B7 notebook for inside the desk caddy. Loving the setup
OKAY… soooo yeah…. Ended up going with the Step22 Tenkile - from the Nomads Nation marketplace. Had my eye on it for a while! Deciding factor was that it’s geared toward photographers with some extra special features like memory card and battery management plus I can turn it into a shoulder bag if I want and it also works as a desk caddy. Super stoked!
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I like the new footage used when asking to use your links, it shows the whole new team! Really like the update
Just added on this video - thanks so much for the feedback! I ❤️ our team :)
No such thing as too many pockets just because you have them doesn’t mean you have to use them but when you need them, oh boy, it’s great that they’re there
To each their own, but I prefer a bit more on the minimalist side. I like the challenge of cutting down the my bare essentials (and having a lighter pack bc of it)
@@Nomads.Nation Meanwhile me here looking for stuff to add to my edc so I can justify the aer slim buy 🤣🤣🤣 edc really is to each their own lol
What is it with you and pockets? As for me, I like to organize my gear. I appreciate having options.
My advice is if you don't want all of the features, only use the extra pockets when needed. It certainly doesn't hurt to have options.
Read the comments in this video - I’m not alone. Some of us just prefer less pockets
Thanks for the review, NN. I came away from the review more impressed by the pouch than I was by the photos. Your efforts are appreciated! Now if we can just get those internal materials on their travel bags...
Seriously haha, I’m sure will be happening soon…
Got the X-Pac version for the larger tech items in my suitcase, as opposed to the carry-on backpack items. It fits an old Monster Outlets to Go 3 USB power strip, foreign plug adapters, Anker USB-A charger, Anker USB-C charger, etc.
Nice!
Ty for the review. I like the orange colored interior of the x-pac version, it looks better.
Thanks for your comment!
Why didn’t you compare it to the peak designs tech pouch? I think you reviewed it a couple of years ago
Good comparison! Very similar pouches, but I’d prefer this one due to being slightly less bulkier
Started watching this video in hopes he would compare it to Peaks… The Peak Tech Pouch is like the gold standard.
I have an older Aer Tech pouch that I love a lot. I can not remember which one it is, I think it is the slim one. I also have the peak design one which I find way too big. This one might one might be a good one in the middle. The peak design has way too many pockets this one is between.
agreed
Looking forward to the Tech Sling 3 review, especially in comparison to your favorite :)
Just finished editing it - will be live in a week or so!
I swear. The bigger and more complex these tech pouches get… the more I try to FIND stuff to fill it with! These things are making me live less minimally for sure!
Did I really need that Ti mini tape measure or 2nd bolt action pen?!? Well, I do have a nice slot for it so…
The struggle is real lol
Can you please please please release the in-depth walkthrough of your backpack soon? I wanna check that video out to make my decision for the Kickstarter!
editing now! Will be live the day of the Kickstarter launch :)
@@Nomads.Nation woooo!
however this is a great review as well as the alternative recommendations. I would like to recommend another one
Taskin Electronic Organizer/Tech Accessories Pouch/Cable Organizer
I’ll check it out, cheers
Is it just me or does it remind me of the Alpaka tech case? Apart from Alpaka being able to wear it as a sling…
To be honest, most tech cases are pretty similar
Cowabunga.! Now try checking out the May-Go 3.o Sling.
Will do!
Do those Sony Headphones fit in without folding the earcups?
no
This seems like a super nice tech pouch that I would want. However my current tech pouch that I jsut got off of Amazon primarily carries all my charging cables. Would you recommend this pouch for cable management as well or is there a better pouch for this?
It’s a great cable management pouch. Also check out the Side by Side Power Packer
where do you get your shirt? LOOKS GOOD MY BOY!
Cuts shirts, always. They don’t handle stains very well, but holy moly do they look/feel great
Great video! I’ve been going back and forth between this tech kit and my Evergoods CAP2.. love the materials and feel of this Aer pouch, but how can you beat the standing desk caddy effect of the CAP2?! Tough to beat that one when out and about with the mobile office EDC 😮
Plus the Bellroy Desk Caddy. I just switched from the CAP 2 back to it and wow… so light and minimalist
Oh man, now I may have to hit Amazon for a Bellroy purchase! I do also like the Aer pro kit, bit of a standing effect happening.
@@gng108 💪
Another excellent and informative review Aaron I have the Aer Tech Pouch 2, the Aer SlmnPouch and the ALPAKA Tech Case Max, all
In X PAC! You are costing me a fortune!😂
You should make some of that money back by selling a few on the NN Marketplace!
Is the moleskin notebook size A5? Trying to find a good desk caddy or sling that can fit this.
Also, which desk caddy is your favorite at the moment? CAP2, Vertex, Cable Kit 3, etc?
I don't think it can. CAP2 was my go-to but I got annoyed of how heavy/bulky it is so I switched back to the Bellroy Desk Caddy and I'm loving it. It cannot fit my A5 notebook either, so I downgraded to a B7 notebook and it's great - perfect fit for all my needs and much lighter and less bulky. CAP2 still amazing tho
Does the new version come in xpac and the high vis interior??? Or was that only the previous version ?
I believe it does
No peak design tech pouch as an alternative recommendation? Surprising
Could have, it’s just not one of my personal faves anymore, so bulky
@@Nomads.Nation it s big but can carry a lot though.
@@Fasacorp132 for sure!
Great review! Have you considered doing a comparison with the newly-released Peak Design small tech pouch?
thanks! have not but will consider :)
Too many pockets isn't really a thing unless they're origami style and you're forced to use them, I reckon... the CK3 doesn't seem to do that, looks like you could just not use them if you don't want to, but there's the option if you do. Full disclosure I'm about to get one of these to complement my TomToc tech pouch so I'm _definitely_ biased.😄😄
Judging by the comments there def seems to be a divide between people who want more pockets and people who want less - love the debate!
@@Nomads.Nation Fair. Depends on the gear for me, for a tech pouch I deffo like having options. My CK3 (+ a Slim Pouch too) arrives Thursday, if I don’t report back it’ll be because I got lost in the maze of pockets 😂😂
@@elanthys good luck!
@@Nomads.Nation Love this thing, it's a different setup from my Tomtoc Tech Pouch with a similar capacity, so they complement each other nicely. I can also color code the black Aer and the blue Tomtoc. And the Slim Pouch will be perfect for when I need less stuff or to bring additional gear. Very happy with the purchase, this is going to work out very nicely!
@@elanthys awesome to hear!!
Would have been perfect if they added straps on this
backpack straps?
@@Nomads.Nation sling straps
Looks like a clone of the peak design tech pouch
Clone is a strong word - a lot of these tech pouches are pretty similar
New subscriber here. I am enjoying your videos, but I would love to see you review some of the tough gear brands such as Vanquest, Maxpedition, Vertx etc....
welcome!! I've never gotten requests for any of those brands before but will def take a look into them, cheers 💪
Didn't know phones still have audio jacks... What phone are you rockin?
iPhone 13
SRSLY????? COULDN'T THEY'VE LAUNCHED IT TWO DAYS AGO????? I've just bought the slim for my tech kit😭😭😭😭 mood
I personally prefer the slim pouch - this has too many pockets for me
Wow, actually "lovin" AERs interior 🧐
They made some great changes to their lining for sure
So in your opinion what do you think is the best tech pouch?
Best? No idea. My faves though are the Bellroy Desk Caddy and the Modern Dayfarer Tech Pouch
Too big , too many pockets it’s more convenient to use 2 smaller dedicated pouches . This why I ditched my peak design tech pouch : too many pockets and bulky
And aer pullers are dangling
Which are you using then? I’m considering either the CAP2 or Vertex to fit an A5 notebook and dedicated pen spot to just keep at a desk and put it my backpack or other sling.
Both are great options but they are big and bulky. I just switched back to the Bellroy Desk Caddy and I love it BUT it can’t fit my A5 notebook so I leave that in the tech compartment in my bag. Then k switched to a B7 notebook for inside the desk caddy. Loving the setup
@@Nomads.Nation that’s a great idea! Hmm now I’m rethinking my options 🤔
@@mr_red13 its working great for me... for now, til I get bored or buy something new that doesn't fit in the pouch and want to switch again lol
Welp… I think this MAY be the tech pouch for me.
It’s a beast
OKAY… soooo yeah…. Ended up going with the Step22 Tenkile - from the Nomads Nation marketplace. Had my eye on it for a while! Deciding factor was that it’s geared toward photographers with some extra special features like memory card and battery management plus I can turn it into a shoulder bag if I want and it also works as a desk caddy. Super stoked!
@@jwbphotography nice dude!
2:25 There is nothing “subtle” about that aer branding
Agree to disagree
that’s probably the most discrete they can be without it hindering them from a marketing perspective lol what
Too much organization!!! Bellroy desk caddy better
For my needs, I completely agree.
Do you think Bose QuietComforts will fit in the EG CAP2?
no idea, I'd recommend asking EG customer support. Please let us know what they say!