Lately, I’ve been leaning more and more into a sling-based EDC. As a techy husband and father of two, I constantly find myself needing more space than my pockets can hold, but not always wanting to bring an entire backpack. A cross-body sling (or fanny pack, as it was once called) has become the perfect middle ground. It forces you to be intentional about what you carry, while still giving you more flexibility than a standard pocket setup. I wanted to share some of my favorite and most standout tech accessories that I bring with me on most days—whether I’m bouncing between meetings, running errands, traveling, or just getting work done wherever I happen to be. This is my ideal everyday carry cross-body sling.
Be sure to check out our EDC video, where I mention more than just the items in this article.
Of course, we have to start with the sling itself. Over the past few months, I’ve used a dozen different slings, from small leather ones to larger folding ones to nylon ones, and everything in between. The UAG sling is a perfect middle ground of size, capacity, weight, and materials. It is rated to hold up to 1 liter, which keeps things minimal but surprisingly is able to store more than you think. Here are the key specs:
1-liter capacity
Durable, water-resistant nylon construction
Adjustable strap with secure buckle
Dual zippered compartments
Hidden AirTag pocket and built-in key clip
What I really like is how practical it feels day to day. It sits cross-body comfortably, doesn’t flop around when walking, and has just enough structure to protect everything without feeling too stiff. The main pocket is lined with microfiber to help protect items like your iPhone. While the other compartment has multiple pockets for different-sized and shaped items.
The UAG Sling is sold on Amazon for $49. It does not try to be more than it is, and you can tell it is extremely well built.
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