Today in Gear: October 20, 2014

TETHR
Maybe some of you design apps. Certainly all of you use apps. For the former, here’s TETHR — a complete resource for app designers that includes $80 worth of templates, components and design elements you need to create the next SnapChat. And the best part: it’s free. Free

The Floyd Shelf
Two vise clips and creative freedom: the Floyd Shelf can turn any flat surface into a dependable shelf. The two clamps come in three finishes (white, black, red) and can work with materials up to 1 5/8 inches thick, and its vertical lip acts as a natural bookend. $85

TravisMathew Glass Ping Pong Table
Make no mistake, this isn’t some run-of-the-mill foldable pong table that can be wheeled into a vacant corner. The surface is 300 pounds of pristinely polished glass; it’s not going anywhere quick. Each handmade table comes with two custom paddles, a wine bucket and 100 TM ping pong balls to rally with. Want something unique? Get this. travismathew.com

Patagonia Gunnison Gorge Wading Pants
Finally, wading pants that will allow all the passing trout to admire your waist. Made with Patagonia’s four-layer “H2No” fabric (say it aloud), Gunnison Gorge Wading Pants are lightweight and breathable, with Single Seam Construction that allows for better mobility than your average waders; just because you’re in the woods doesn’t mean you have to walk like a bear. $299

Google Nexus 9
Are you ready? HTC and Google’s latest tablet, the Nexus 9, is up for preorder. It’s the first Android device to run the latest Android OS, Android 5.0 Lollipop, and a gorgeous 8.9-inch display. Three models are available: a 16GB and 32GB wi-fi-only model ($399 and $479, respectively), and a $599 LTE model. $399+

Scarr Firewood Log Carrier
City slickers drawn to the wild will want to do everything with style. Scarr’s Firewood Log Carrier allows them to stop just short of carrying firewood with a tote bag. Its thick body, made with brown pull-up leather is fortified with gray 100 percent merino felt reinforcements and a combination of natural oils. Wouldn’t look too out of place carrying a yoga mat, either. $145

The Bicycle Wheel, Reinvented
With the highly anticipated Copenhagen Wheel, from MIT-born Superpedestrian seeks to improve urban biking. In an increasingly crowded e-bike market, it might be the most successful attempt so far. Read this story

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