A look back at our best reviews in 2017.
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365 days is a lot of time to seek out stories on adventure, gear, and everything in between. Here’s a look back at the best reviews our writers tackled over the course of 2017 — from headphones to espresso makers to SUVs and beyond.
Meet the Mazda Miata’s All-New Evil Twin: the RF
The Miata occupies a rare spot of honest, guileless fun; its new roof makes it meaner.
Photo by Kayla Ramsey for Gear PatrolReview: Seiko Brings Back a Cult Favorite, in Blue
An edgy case and a color scheme straight out of the early ’90s makes it perfect as both a collectible and a summer beater.
Lincoln Navigator Review: After 20 Years, the All-New SUV Is On Top of Its Game
Simply put, the Navigator does the “big luxury SUV” thing far, far better.
I Used the New 10.5-Inch iPad Pro for a Month Instead of a MacBook. Here’s What I Learned
Can the new 10.5-inch iPad Pro finally cannibalize your laptop? I switched cold turkey to find out.
Bose QuietComfort 35 II Review: The Most Comfortable Noise-Canceling Headphones. Period
Bose’s new QC35 II headphones are similar to last year’s QC35, with a few added perks.
Meet Hasselblad’s Compact Beauty, the X1D
50 megapixels of power in the palm of your hand.
This Is the Best Running Watch Ever Made
Our friends in Finland nailed this one.
Outdoor Research’s Active Insulation is a Skiier’s Best Friend
As warm as a puffer when you need it and breathable when you’re on the move, Outdoor Research’s active insulation is your best companion on the slopes.
The Steam Wand Is the Best Thing About Breville’s New Cafe-Quality Espresso Machine
According to a real coffee professional, Breville’s latest coffee machines really do brew professional-quality coffee.
This $235 Electric Knife Sharpener Made My Shamefully Dull Knife Cut Like New
For those wary of whetstones, Work Sharp Culinary presents a solution.
The Best Products of 2017
A look back at the year in gear. From superlative whiskey to sustianable denim, these were the best products released in 2017. Explore the Series