You’ve likely read a lot about how the workplace is going mobile in the modern era. But the sad fact is most of us spend an inordinate amount of time traveling to work. The average American spends nearly an hour commuting each and every work day — which, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, is the longest average commute on record. Add all that time up, and it winds up being a significant chunk of the week — probably longer than the average American spend exercising.
Since the commute is an inevitable part of our lives, why not use this holiday season to brighten it up for your friends and family? Here are some helpful gifts that can make someone’s monotonous trip to and from the office a little more comfortable, stylish, or (dare we say it) even fun.
The Topo Designs x Gear Patrol Backpack Tote
Price: $139
From: store.gearpatrol.com
The Topo Designs x Gear Patrol Backpack Tote provides the same kind of versatility and utility for urban dwelling that technical packs offer for off-the-grid adventures. With a sleek silhouette constructed from 1000D Cordura and X-Pac, and four distinct ways to carry, the Backpack Tote is a great gift for city dwellers, subway commuters and people on the go.
