A Look Back at the New Gear We Discovered This Week
A week’s worth of product news, reviews and buying guides, all in one place.
Published March 10, 2018
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Updated June 1, 2021
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Good morning, and welcome to the latest edition of This Week in Gear — your single-shot serving of an entire week’s worth of the best new gear pulled from our weekday editions of Today in Gear. Bookmark it to peruse over a cup of coffee or before you soak up the last of your weekend freedom, then start your Monday completely up to speed. Here’s to another fantastic week.
Monday, March 5th
Mahindra Roxor
This Jeep-based off-roader from a stalwart Indian manufacturer is available in the US, but you can’t take it on the street.
Technica Forge Hiking Boot
Every piece of the Forge is designed for customization, most notably so the upper, which is available in both synthetic ripstop and Nubuk leather.
CRKT Snap Lock Knife
Instead of the traditional upward swing, the Snap Lock uses a unique 180-degree outward motion to fold in and out of a minimal skeletonized handle.
2019 GMC Sierra Denali
The Sierra Denali, the “most premium Sierra ever,” according to GMC, is for the badass who can appreciate some open pore wood paneling while traveling to pressing business in Wine Country.
Joshua + Vela C Pouch
Vegetable-tanned leather and a Riri zipper.
2019 Mercedes-AMG C43
Just announced at the Geneva International Motor Show, that, the Mercedes-AMG C43 get updated looks but it’s also set for a small power bump as well.
Tuesday, March 6th
2018 Range Rover SV Coupe
Range Rover has brought back the two-door version of its full-sized SUV.
Dyson Cyclone V10 Vacuum
Dyson’s new vacuum is lighter and more powerful than any of their previous models — and it’s cordless.
Paul Reed Smith John Mayer Silver Sky Electric Guitar
This strat-inspired guitar features custom pickups and modern updates for playability.
Bladerunners Systems Minuteman Pocket Knife
When Bladerunners Systems (BRS) was founded, it dedicated itself to producing the best balisong knives available; now it’s tackling the folder.
Mophie Qi-Certified Wireless Charging Case for iPhone X
The case is expected to add 1,720 mAH to your iPhone X, or roughly nine hours of use.
Brooks Neuro 3 Running Shoe
Brooks Running launched its newest shoe, the Neuro 3, and it looks a bit like Frankenstein — here’s what you need to know.
Steve McQueen’s Persol 714s
Just expect to pay handsomely.
2019 AMG-Mercedes GT 4-Door Coupe
Just announced at the Geneva International Motor Show, that, the Mercedes-AMG C43 get updated looks but it’s also set for a small power bump as well.
Civil Noord Collection
If you’re as tired as we are of buying a couch, selling the couch 12 months later, then buying another couch, here’s a brand for you.
Agnieszka Doroszewicz BMW 8 Series
Why they don’t just show the actual M8 Gran Coupe, is beyond me, but if it looks anything like the show car, I don’t care.
Wednesday, March 7th
Orient Triton Dive Watch
Your new summer beater has arrived.
Twelve South BookArc Mod for MacBook Pro
It elevates the MacBook Pro off the desk and is also pretty great for housing your laptop when it’s in “closed-display” mode.
Riese & Muller 2018 E-Bikes
Riese & Müller’s new collection of e-bikes employs the Bosch PowerTube 500 to keep designs clean and free of bulk.
Rapha Cargo Bib Short
It’s perfect for gravel riding, adventure, century rides and all-day jaunts.
Toyota GR Supra Racing Concept
For the first time, ever, Toyota finally, publically confirmed the existence of the next Supra.
Sobro Smart Side Table
Wireless charging table, beer fridge, touch-panel control, Bluetooth speakers, LED lighting, USB outlets…
Umbra Kitchen Giardino Herb Garden
Literally just put water in the thing and let it do the rest — because you’ve committed enough plant abuse as is.
Thursday, March 8th
Danner X Topo Capsule Collection
Your new summer beater has arrived.
Leica M 246 Stealth Edition
Black, Black, Black, Black, and some Knurled Brass
Boker Plus Kihon Stainless Tanto/
Tanto pocket knives employ a blade similar to the short swords used by Samurai in feudal Japan. Boker Plus’ new folding tanto, the Kihon Stainless Tanto, is a beautiful and modern rendition in pocket knife…
Hamilton Khaki Pilot Automatic
Hamilton has a long history of making pilot’s watches and it shows in this new timepiece.
Intense Sniper XC Trail
The Intense Sniper is the most exciting mountain bike released so far this year.
Samsung 2018 QLED TVs
If the TV is wall mounted, you can take a photo of it and the surrounding wall, and the display will imitate the pattern of the wall.
McIntosh MT2 Precision Turntable
The belt-driven turntable is capable of playing both 33.3 and 45 rpm records.
Budnitz Bicycle Alpha
Budnitz Bicycles’ made-to-order bikes often come with a price tag of $5,000 or more, but not this one.
Garmin Tactix Charlie GPS Watch
With a battery life of 20-hours, this watch will help you navigate any challenge.
Friday, March 9th
Junghans Max Bill Soft Gold
The German watchmaker subtly adds gold to its iconic Bauhaus design.
Pacsafe Dry Portable Safe
Pacsafe’s 15-liter Dry Portable Safe is knife-proof, scan-proof and waterproof.
NikeLab Gyakusou Spring 18 Collection
The latest collection from NikeLab pulls inspiration from international run clubs to perform in all conditions.
Booker’s Kathleen’s Batch Bourbon
Booker’s first release of the year has notes of leather and honey. Oh yeah, it’s also 128 proof.
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