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10 Trending Essentials from March

Authored by:
Bernard Capulong
10 Trending Essentials from March

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Every day, readers like you proudly share their daily carries to the site. When you see something awesome in an EDC photo and click on it, you’re also letting other EDCers know you find that gear interesting. The most popular gear that get the most views and clicks climb their way to the top of the product feed on the right hand side of the homepage for the community to know what’s trending.

I’ll be covering 10 essentials that topped the list from March. I should mention that this list is not an exact top 10 ranking from the data. I’ve left out the usual suspects and gear that’s no longer available. With that said, the gear highlighted here is definitely worth the look. Did any of your EDC make the list? Let’s get into it…


Fortius Arms Keybiner

As seen in: Jose's Video Producer EDC 

Used by over 30 EDCers

This key organizer/carabiner hybrid is no stranger to the trending gear list, jumping up a few ranks to take March’s #1 spot. It keeps your keys silent and reduces bulk with its skeletonized, integrated carabiner. It also comes in a wide variety of colors and finishes, making it easy to match some of the most common EDC aesthetics.

Buy ($35)


Rite in the Rain Tactical Clicker Pen

As seen in: American Made from Sam, an EMT & Firefighter

Used by 11 EDCers

This pen managed to snag the #3 spot on the list, which may come as a surprise. At first glance, it’s a very unassuming pen as far as EDC options go. But that might be the basis of its appeal—it’s a simple, form-follows-function pen with the all-conditions writing performance Rite in the Rain’s known for.

Buy on Amazon


Leatherman Raptor

As seen in: Colin’s EMT EDC

Used by 36 EDCers

This shears-based multi-tool ranked #4. It’s a staple piece of kit for many first responders and medics in the field. Even if you’re not a firefighter or EMT, you might find these trauma shears a good fit for your emergency kit.

Buy on Amazon


Flyshark Pocket Wireless Keyboard

As seen in: Digital Consultant EDC from Chris Chan

Coming in at #5 is a wireless keyboard that actually fits in your pocket. It’s ultra-thin and foldable, making it an ideal mobile office essential for digital nomads and on-the-go professionals. Pair it with your phone or tablet and get things done.

Buy on Amazon


DxO ONE

As seen in: Wanderer/photographer EDC from Etienne, art director

March’s #6 is another iPhone-compatible gadget. It’s a high performance digital camera that maintains its tiny footprint by plugging into your iPhone to use for its viewfinder and controls. It’s a big step up from your phone’s camera if you’re looking to take your fire grams to the next level.

Buy on Amazon


NutSac Man-Bag, Dammit

As seen in: Ray Saltrelli’s Software Dev/Gamer EDC

Used by 2 EDCers

This one goes out to all of us with a bit more than our pockets alone can carry (and the confidence to rock a small bag. It’s 2016, don’t sweat it). Its name isn’t even the best part about this bag—it’s made in the USA from heavy-duty waxed canvas for a durable, functional, and casual EDC.

Buy on Amazon


Invicta Force Collection Left-handed Watch

As seen in: Chrispian’s Greyscale Carry

This watch from Invicta puts a ton of time-keeping information on your wrist. Right away, you might notice its crown and buttons sit on the left side of the case, making it a good option for southpaws or righties looking for a comfortable watch. Its 46mm case gives the subdials and tachymeter feature enough room for easy legibility too.

Buy on Amazon


Spyderco Tenacious

As seen in: Zac’s Revised EDC

Used by 150 EDCers

150+ EDCers in our community alone can’t be wrong when it comes to this knife for daily duty. It’s a crowd favorite for veterans and beginners alike, thanks to its accessible price and ease of use. With its useful blade shape, easy opening thumb hole, grippy and durable G10 handles, simple liner lock, and highly configurable pocket clip, it’s solid all around.

Buy on Amazon


Nitecore Tube

As seen in: Mason’s Spring Break Carry

Used by over 85 EDCers

The Tube is quickly finding its way onto more and more keychains, for good reason. Its innovative design and features turned our expectation of what a keychain light could be on its head. It’s super compact, light weight, USB rechargeable, with a variable output up to 45 lumens… all for less than 15 bucks.

Buy on Amazon


OneTigris Compact EDC Pouch

As seen in: Edward’s EDC Pouch

Plenty of us use tactical gear pouches for storing and organizing our gear. It’s a nice grab-and-go solution for gear you might not need in your pocket, but instead for specialty items for different situations (like a first aid kit). This one rounds out our list most likely because it’s a change of pace from the more common Maxpedition organizers we see submitted. Instead of opening up like a book, this pouch has top-loading, quick-access pockets to stash your essentials.

Buy on Amazon

Curious to see how these trends change over time? Check out our monthly roundups from the archive for even more excellent gear.

Bernard Capulong

Founder and Editor-in-Chief


About the Author
Bernard Capulong is an everyday carry (EDC) gear expert, entrepreneur, all-around nerd, and the founder and editor-in-chief of EverydayCarry.com—the largest online community for EDC gear enthusiasts. Since founding Everyday Carry in 2009, he’s built over a decade of experience in the industry, reviewing and highlighting brands and products, including pocket knives, flashlights, wallets, watches, bags, pens, and much more.

Bernard is known for bringing everyday carry out of obscurity and into the mainstream, having been published or featured in various publications such as GQ, TIME Magazine, The New York Times, VICE, HYPEBEAST, Outside, and many others. He has also played a part in curating, designing, and developing digital and physical products, resulting in successful crowdfunding projects or limited edition collaboration products with established softgoods brands. He stays on the pulse of the EDC industry by attending trade shows, participating in online interest communities, and actively engaging with fellow gear enthusiasts on social media.

In addition to being the editor-in-chief and main social media personality for EverydayCarry.com, Bernard is an avid gearhead and collector in general. His personal collections span technical bags, fountain pens, digital cameras, retro gaming hardware, personal hi-fi audio gear, and mechanical wristwatches, to name a few. Bernard Capulong is a prominent figure and trusted authority in the everyday carry industry with a career dedicated to helping people discover this hobby and stay prepared with quality gear.

Discussion (6 total)

Colin B ·
I love the photo you guys used to show off the raptors! They look amazing on that vest.
Darwin ·
The Invicta Left-handed watch looks pretty nice. The all black color of the case, the dial, and the strap with 46mm case diameter makes it look very sporty. It’s also not so often to see a left-handed watch. Nice pick.
Andy Richards ·
Great read... as per usual.
Decided to pick up a Nitecore Tube based on your article!
Mason Delpino ·
You won't regret it! 45 lumens packs a punch with this little guy. I keep mine on my keychain and use it all the time!
Steve Pilipenko ·
I recently purchased the OneTigris pouch and love it! Fits my electronics perfectly and I don't have to go digging for my ear buds at the bottom of my main carrybag ....
Dave ·
I love my Leatherman Raptor! That in combo with my Leatherman Crunch and we 3 are unstoppable!

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