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Thought the DodoCase was cool? Check out the new DoDoBag by Rickshaw ($80). Its designed features a rugged cordura nylon construction, quick adjust shoulder strap, side D-rings, pen holder, Velcro flap closure and a dedicated padded pocket under the flap for the DodoCase. [source]

Made of crinkled fabric with canvas trim, the Jack Spade Tyvek Overall Messenger ($73) is ideal for everyday use trekking across campus or across town. Features include a spacious main compartment, top flap with hook and loop closure, adjustable cross body strap, and a lined interior with front and back zipped pockets.

You'll be sure to get some looks of envy while sporting the Temple Medicine Bag ($592). Made from WWII re-purposed field duffel bags, the Medicine Bag features saddle leather upper, shoulder strap and trim, solid brass hardware and the company's signature ID badge. The interior is lined with natural canvas and is made with a closed cell foam padded 15-inch laptop sleeve and two paperback-sized internal pockets.

Apolis Activism offers a tote you won't be ashamed to carry. The Apolis Activism Field Tote ($196) features a 100% Ugandan cotton canvas construction, single front pocket, snap closure, and inside pockets. To handle the rigors of daily use, this field tote is reinforced with nylon riveted carrying handles, riveted side gusset and reinforced base.

The Waxed Canvas Tote Bag by Chester Wallace ($165) has cool written all over it. This rugged tote is perfect for an all-day or weekend trip with its roomy interior and tough construction. It has a waterproof base, two interior pockets, a convenient exterior pocket on the front and back, fixed length black nylon handles and an adjustable shoulder strap.

Equipped with a machine washable zip-out fleece blanket with water-resistant bottom including corner rock and security, the Monkey Bed Esplanade Bag ($135) is the ultimate, convenient outdoor event companion. Additional features include padded ballistic nylon construction, padded sleeves for two water or wine bottle, vertical front pocket with key fab and a neoprene pocket with enough room for a 3-quart size take-out or a 17-inch laptop.

Mnmur Upcycling Design couldn't resist making messenger bags out of salvaged materials. Handcrafted and designed in Italy, the cool new M1 Messengers ($170) are made from 100% recycled parts, including bike tubes, seatbelts and PVC.

The Oceanist Large Messenger ($375) will keep your organized in style. Fine Italian leather accents add elegance to the sturdy waxwear canvas construction while the turn-lock metal closures keep your goods safe and secure. Additionally, the Oceanist is lined with smooth Italian cotton and equipped with reinforced handles and straps.

Save the planet in style with Feuerwear's Walter Messenger ($125). Handcrafted from recycled firehose, the eco-friendly Walter features a large compartment and zippered interior and exterior organizational pockets for all your gear. Each Feuer piece comes with an adjustable, recycled seatbelt shoulder strap, key finder hook and weather-resistant, synthetic rubber lining. [source]

When you need a large pack for roomy enough for an outdoor trip or an event, the Old No. 7 Pack from Frost River ($276) is a great choice. A great alternative to a duffel or messenger, this water-resistant waxed canvas pack features an adjustable padded leather back strap, tumpline to help distribute the weight, brass buckle closures and leather cinch straps and a handy axe pocket.