awesome, dudes, thanks for the input.

most days i wear dress slacks and a polo, so most of my gear rides in the briefcase (where light weight ain't bad either).

for the most part, though, i feel dandy just havin' my keychain (micra, little acme whistle, photon light, paracord fob), a decent pocket knife and a pair of shades on me. cell phone rides in the briefcase, but i grab it and take it with if i head out.

ultimately, i think a cool & imaginative noggin' is our best tool.