Today in Gear: August 16, 2017

American-made felt pennants, a Fiat camper van, a commuter backpack collection and much more.

Published August 16, 2017

Updated August 24, 2022

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Today’s Gear

What’s New, Now

True Americana Home Decor

Oxford Pennant Custom Pennants and Banners: Handcrafted felt pennants and champion banners, made for discerning adults. (Not dormitory-bound college kids.)

Learn More: Here

Now You Can Sling Your Camp Hammock Anywhere

ENO Nomad Hammock Stand: Because you can’t always find two perfect trees.

Buy Now: $250

Related: The Perfect Adventure Hammock

Premium Dress Shoes at Non-Premium Prices

Beckett Simonon Valencia Oxford: Each whole-cut shoe is handcrafted by a master artisan in Portugal from a single piece of full-grain Argentine leather. Preorder now for $100 off the list price and free U.S. shipping. — Caitlyn Shaw, Social Media Coordinator

Buy Now: $199

Go Ahead and Wear This Fitness Smartwatch with Your Suit

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Suunto Spartan Trainer Wrist HR: All the high-performance fitness tracking and smartwatch functions you’d expect from a Suunto, in slick, luxe colorways.

Buy Now: $279+

Olive Green Is the New Black

DSPTCH Moss Colorway Collection: A capable and stylish addition to your commuter arsenal.

Buy Now: $62+

An Italian-Made Rolling Home

Fiat Ducato 4×4 Expedition Camper: Fiat is making a big splash in the crowded public pool that is #vanlife.

Learn More: Here

Gear Patrol Field Guide: American Craft Beer

From the Gear Patrol Store: Introducing your favorite new printed thing. What ever happened to the humble field guide — that thumb-able, spiral-bound companion we kept nearby as a quick go-to resource for our latest obsession? Ah yes, Google. We’re not here to refute the speed of a search engine, but damn if we don’t love a great thing to hold and reference. That said, we’re pleased to introduce you to our latest creation, Gear Patrol Field Guides.

Buy Now: $9

Deals of Note

Great Products, Great Prices

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How to save on Hydro Flask bundles, Adidas activewear and a Café Du Cycliste jersey.

Read the Story: Here

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