A Look Back at the Gear We Discovered This Week

Savor it with your Saturday morning coffee, or use it to fend off the existential panic of Sunday night — that part’s up to you.

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We publish our weekly roundup of gear news for you to enjoy over the weekend. Savor it with your Saturday morning coffee, or use it to fend off the existential panic of Sunday night — that part’s up to you. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at [email protected].

MONDAY, AUGUST 13

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A Backpack to Make Meal Prepping Easier Than Ever

The Sixpack Expedition Backpack is made for meal preppers who adhere to strict diets and need to bring prepared meals with them on-the-go.

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DSPTCH’s New Sling Bags Can Solve Your Biggest EDC Problem

You’ve got the big stuff under control — and these small, cool and functional bags are here to wrangle all the little stuff.

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A Range Rover With a BMW V12 Is the Type Of Excess You Need in Your Life

This Range Rover brings the two mindsets of living large and off-road capabilities together in its own unique way.

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Worn & Wound’s New Watch Collaboration Features a Different Kind of Two-Tone Case

An accessibly priced military-style watch with an automatic movement and a unique case.

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We Can’t Wait to Wear These Gym Sneakers All the Time

With the founders hailing from HYPEBEAST and Adidas, these kicks are sure to be comfortable and cool.

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Ikea Wants You to “Hack” Its New Furniture Line

LYSKRAFT is a new Ikea collection that’s intentionally DIY-capable.

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This Minimalist Wallet Is All You Need in Your Pocket

The new GRID Wallet Forged Carbon also features RFID theft protection.


TUESDAY, AUGUST 14

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The Super Light Casual Sneaker That Can Do It All

Meet the versatile Birch Canvas TRVL LITE Low Sneaker from TOMS that’s a casual footwear must-have.

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The ‘Ferrari’ from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day off’ Is up for Grabs

If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up.

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Like Retro Outdoor Gear? Look to Japan (and This Backpack)

As a whole, Japan has been more receptive to retro outdoor lifestyle gear. Natal Design is one example of a brand that’s doing it right.

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This Is How Honda Plans To Fight Ducati

It looks like Honda is bringing an all-new show-stopper to EICMA this year in the form a wholly revised 2019 Honda CBR1000RR.

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These Trippy Tees Are Made from Organic Cotton

Available in five colors.

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Here’s a Sneak Peek of Oru Kayak’s First Foldable Tandem Boat

It’s like a bicycle built for two, but it’s a kayak.


WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15

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This Iconic Knife Gets A Simple, Yet Beautiful Upgrade

The Chris Reeve Sebenza 21 is back with a new collaboration.

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The World’s Top 10 Best-Selling Cars in 2018

It’s not easy earning the title of Best Selling Car in the World.

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You Can Buy the Same Glassware Used at One of Tokyo’s Most Legendary Cocktail Bars

This hand-made, hand-etched glassware is used at one of the best bars in the world – and you can buy it online.

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This Is the Most Advanced Soundbar That Samsung Has Ever Made

This Samsung and Harman Kardon collaboration is a 7.1.4 system that supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X surround sound technologies.

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This Vintage Skyline Is a Racecar Built for the Road, and It Could be Yours

Who needs a 911 or BMW when you have a JDM legend?

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These Accessible GMT Watches Are Very Cool and Very Blue

Ming’s new GMT watches celebrate one year since the brand’s founding.


THURSDAY, AUGUST 16

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Hybrid Trunks That Do Well at the Beach or Around Town

Hybrid trunks are a key summer staple, and Katin’s version offers a hint of retro inspiration with all the technical features you need.

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Combat Screen-Time Fatigue With This Wearable Eye Massager

The Vortix Eye Massager v2.0 deals with the side effects of constant screen time by alleviating eye fatigue and soothing eye muscles.

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The New Timex/Todd Snyder Beekman Celebrates Racing Heritage

The newest collaboration between two storied brands combines modern features with a racing-inspired dial.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre’s New Reverso Is Two Watches in One

A watch with two dials and a tourbillon is watchmaking flexing at its very best.

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This New Smart Fitness Machine Will Change How You Lift Weights

Time to clear space — you’re going to want one of these for your home.

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The Most Famous Task Lamp Ever Made Just Got More User-Friendly

Anglepoise’s mini version of its mini version is ideal for tiny desks.

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Want Custom Bikepacking Gear? This Is the Brand to Know

Rockgeist was founded in 2014 in North Carolina, and is bringing its gear expertise to the growing world of bikepacking.

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The G-Shock GA710B-1A2 is Feature-Packed and Extremely Affordable

Available in a black finish with metallic blue accents, this new G-Shock combines ruggedness and utility.

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In a World Plagued With Dull Car Colors, Volkswagen Is Offering 40 Different Hues

For $2,500, you can get a hot hatch in pretty much any color you could want.


FRIDAY, AUGUST 17

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Tracksmith’s New Running Sunglasses Combine Performance and Aesthetics

The Charles sunglasses are the complete running package.

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This May Be the Prettiest EDC Flashlight We’ve Ever Seen

Sometimes, the best things really do come in small packages.

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Everything You Need to Know About J.Crew’s New Jeans

Premium Japanese denim, a touch of stretch, and eight fresh new washes.

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This Elegant, Leather Wireless Charger Is Also a Valet Tray

It’s made of premium pebble-grain Italian leather and high-grade aluminum alloy.

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