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Get yourself a batbelt.. heh.. most things have a pretty low batman factor these days, apple has come a long way with the new ipod and nano. Get yourself a razr phone, etc etc. That removes most of it.

There's my favorite Tilley VOMP (vest of many pockets) that isn't too much of a fashion crime, but you're not going to look very good in the club with it on. The fact you're on here asking that question means that probably isn't relevant.

http://www.tilley.com/detail.asp?catId=13&gender=m &extractBy=CategoryId&id=9&productNo=TE51

Now, I'm surprised that this hasn't come up:

What you are probably looking for is combat webbing. When you find a nice jacket you like, you can have webbing sewn in - talk to a tailor about it, don't attempt yourself. The function of the combat webbing is to distribute the load from the jacket, onto your shoulders - like a gun holster - allowing the jacket to flow freely.

http://www.army-surplus.ca/produits_details.php?pi d=234&cid=7&cat_main=2

You just need the "frame" part of the webbing. Even to give a skilled tailor an idea of what you're looking for.

If you're not against the "purse" look, check out the timbuk2 metro bag. After all.. it is 2005, right guys? Nothing wrong with a purse. It is very practical... :)

http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/catalog/categories.t2?c ategoryId=11

Finally, when I have to lug my computer, I got a tool pouch - it looks like an oversized pencil case - at home depot for $5. I stuff gadgets in there and fire it in with my notebook. Works very well.

Hope that helps. When in doubt, ask a female if you look stupid. Perferably one NOT trying to sell you things.. hehe

For small collections of things: The Roadwired Pod
Bigger items: Roadwired Podzilla
Laptop joins the party? Tom Bihn Brain Bag

Or just wear all your gear in a Tilley VOMP

I've used all of the above and they are well made and functional.

I'm not sure if 100% cotton will survive that long. I've had good experience with Tilley Endurables which are a cotton/polyester blend. (The zipper packed it in after years on one pair. They replaced it free according to their guarantee.) Pricey, but they last. I prefer the shorts, which usually have more pockets.

I'm not sure if 100% cotton will survive that long. I've had good experience with Tilley Endurables which are a cotton/polyester blend. (The zipper packed it in after years on one pair. They replaced it free according to their guarantee.) Pricey, but they last. I prefer the shorts, which usually have more pockets.

Yeah another plug, but I really like their stuff -- and they'll outlast several pairs of Dockers.

Yeah another plug, but I really like their stuff -- and they'll outlast several pairs of Dockers.

I find that Dockers don't last too long. If I might recommend: Tilley Endurables Their washing instructions are "Give 'em hell!", and they don't need ironing.

I'm giving them a plug because I had a pair of pants that the zipper failed on after a few years. I figured what the hell, and took the pants back to get the zipper fixed. And they did it -- free of charge! (I guess they really do mean "Guaranteed for life".)

The shorts have enough capacity to handle a six-pack. (To hell with all those gadgets!) And there's a secret pocket too. They cost a bit more, but will last waay longer than Dockers under geek washing conditions. Besides, they have this neat stone head outside their Toronto store, can't go wrong! The Big Head

Early on in college, I got diabetes, which I ended up treating with an H-Tron Plus insulin pump, from Disetronic. After trying a few different schemes for securing it to my person, I decided to park it on my belt.

Shortly thereafter I switched to a different blood glucose meter, which I discovered had a belt loop on its pouch. This made carrying it around much easier and more reliable. Sometime in here I found I needed my Leatherman more often than I happened to have it around. On the belt it goes.

The Palm and its belt case came shortly thereafter, rounding out the utility belt. It's served me well, but I'm not a student any more, and it's starting to get a bit awkward. (Yes, I probably ought to have realized this sooner.)

I'm hoping to consolidate, using a Visor and a FreeStyle Tracker for the meter (coolest device ever), but I'm also looking at a wireless telephone . . . maybe I should just give up and get a nice vest instead. Hmm.

Oh--yes, going through airport security is a royal pain.

I think one of the problems a lot of people have with suits is that they've only worn one or two suits for graduation and interviews. These were probably three times or more expensive than their casual wear even if they bought the cheapest suit available and they didn't even think about buying the next more expensive suit.

You can find more comfortable suits if you are willing to pay a bit more. Suits don't even have to be dry clean only. My Tilley jacket is comfortable, has ten working pockets, and the cleaning instruction tag says "Give it hell!"