> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://makoism.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2021 EDC - URL: https://makoism.com/2021-edc/ - Published: 2021-07-29T22:44:27.000Z - Updated: 2025-03-01T16:42:55.000Z - Description: The annual "clean up my cable bag" exercise - Author: Steve Makofsky - Tags: makoism, #newsletter-makoism, #substack Every year I do a write-up on “[things I like](https://makoism.com/mako-things-i-like-2020/)” which has a look at apps that I use on a day to day basis, my general workflow on processing email and work items, and most importantly - my **Everyday Carry (EDC)**. It's been about a year since I have gone through it, and finally got around to making some refinements - notably going with USB-C for all of my charging needs across all devices. The goal was to be able to charge **any** device, get smaller and more durable cables, and make the whole package incredibly light. I’m pretty happy with what I ended up with: ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/61/8f/618f2076-e6a0-40dc-8037-06080661dee7/content/images/public/images/3b0e44fe-e040-411d-b4c2-e5190bb81023_1024x768.jpeg) 2021 EDC Essentials Here’s the shopping list: - [Nite Ize S-Biner Dual Carabiner](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HN6CW4) — to clip on water-proof pill containers ([this one](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DVXT3XD) and [this one](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MY9JQKK)) to bring heart medication everywhere. Unfortunately needed these days. - [1ft Anker USB-C to Lightning](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XYX3WNY) — charge the phone or AirPod Pro’s - [3ft Fasgear USB-C to USB-C Cable 100W Power Delivery, Right Angle](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FY1S99B/) — charge the iPad Pro, M1 MacBook Air or anything else USB-C - [6” USB Type-C to Micro-B 2.0 Short Charger Cable](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LONQ7R6) — for some oddball devices - [Satechi USB-C Wireless Charging Dock](https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HP862ZM/A/satechi-usb-c-watch-airpods-charger) — charge the Apple Watch or AirPods (Pro) - [Leather cable straps](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075WNS98W) — because they are functional and look cool. - [Anker Nano II 65W GaN II PPS Fast Charger Adapter](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08T5QN2TR/) — this is a **killer** USB-C charger that's fast, can easily charge a laptop, iPad, etc and is the only charger you'll need. - [EverRatchet Keychain Tool](https://www.amazon.com/Gear-Infusion-EverRatchet-Ratcheting-Keychain/dp/B07FCRH3D6) \- one of the best flat multi-tool thats a Phillips and flathead screwdriver, bottle opener, box opener, 7 wrenches, and more in a compact 20g footprint. - [Lumintop 110 Lumens Cree XP-G2](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DJ3FPJU) — I never realized how useful it was to carry a small flashlight everywhere, and I use this way more than I ever expected. Small, bright, it’s a no brainer for the daily bag. - [AirTag](https://www.apple.com/airtag/) \- because I may lose the EDC? - [Fisher Bullet-Pen](https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-400B-Space-Bullet-Pen/dp/B000WGD13U) — small, awesome for writing, and you just never know when you need one. [Read a review here to see why this is the best pen](https://www.penaddict.com/blog/2014/2/19/fisher-space-pen-bullet-review). Not shown that's also with me: - [Tom Bihn Ballistic Organizer](https://www.tombihn.com/products/mesh-organizer-pouch?variant=16620957063) — what I carry all this in (in my bag); however it looks like the Ballistic is out of stock, with production starting soon. - [KardiaMobile 6L](https://www.alivecor.com/kardiamobile6l) — one of the unfortunate realities for me these days, I need to carry an EKG reader with me. While the AppleWatch is great for a simple and quick 1-lead EKG, this amazing gum-stick sized device can do a medical grade 6-lead EKG that’s easily sharable with my doctors. - [AirPods Pro](https://www.apple.com/airpods-pro/) — essential for 2021. - [InCase Airpods Pro Case](https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HP0A2ZM/A/incase-airpods-pro-case-with-woolenex-black?fnode=3d8f3c1d4dcf55f805bfbdf4691b3c94a996457258e4fa8b5346bc108590cad003bbdb70441ebb67cc48bf3ee90423e2bfa5a9bdaca784bbb5ccec17b21b98f5bb2a7c34ea12f0583c10d530eca159e0e92d63b714bc96da89bd4cc867d494e3) — really like the Woolenex case over the rubber ones that pick up all sorts of pocket lint. Works great with wireless charging as well. - [Lochby Pocket Journal](https://www.lochby.com/collections/frontpage/products/pocket-journal) — amazing quality ultra portable field journal case. Also added this [paracord keychain lanyard](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L8K1HSX). - [Field Notes Dot Grid Pitch Black](https://fieldnotesbrand.com/products/pitch-black-notebook) — Dot Grid notebooks are superior, and Field Notes makes the best ones which fit beautifully in the Lochby. - [Pete’s Pirate Life](https://petespiratelife.com/) — Challenge Coin — yo ho yo ho.