A Look Back at the Gear We Discovered This Week
Savor our weekly roundup of gear news with your Saturday morning coffee, or use it to fend off the existential panic of Sunday night — it’s up to you.
Published November 3, 2018
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Updated June 1, 2021
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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 — it’s up to you. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at [email protected] .
Monday, October 29
Ford May Be Planning a High-Performance Four-Door Mustang
At a closed-door meeting, attending dealers were allegedly told a four-door Mustang is on the way.
This Smartphone Has an In-Screen Fingerprint Reader
It’s got most of the latest high-end hardware specs you’d expect, but starting at just $549, you’re getting them at a really good deal.
22 Years of Customer Feedback Makes This Winter Gear Great
Backcountry announces its first proprietary line of technical ski gear, based on decades of experience selling stuff made by other brands.
John Elliott’s New Down Coat Is the Most Stylish Way to Stay Warm This Winter
One of the most covetable jackets of the season.
These Top-Tier Japanese Sunglasses Are Hard to Find Stateside
Featuring titanium and Carl Zeiss CR-39 lenses.
If You Grew Up With PlayStation, It’s Now Your Turn to Get a Classic
The PlayStation Classic is a miniature version of the original PlayStation console.
Tuesday, October 30
Why the Sweatpants in The Row’s New Menswear Collection Cost $790
Not for the light-walleted or faint of heart.
The New MacBook Air Looks Like the Perfect Laptop for Most Apple Fans
Apple has finally reimagined the aging MacBook Air with a Retina Display, Touch ID, faster internals and a form factor that’s 10% thinner.
Apple Releases First New Mac Mini in 4 Years — and It’s a Powerhouse
The last time Apple updated the Mac Mini was slightly over four years ago. So this new release has been a long time coming for Mac power users who need more than a laptop can…
The New iPad Pro Is Sexier, Brighter, More Powerful and Has Face ID
They have smaller bodies, bigger screens and also ditch the Lightning port in favor of USB-C.
Curious About Wharncliffe Pocket Knives? This is the One to Get
Ka-Bar is best known for its military knives, but the company’s latest was designed with a shape specifically for everyday use.
Wednesday, October 31
United By Blue’s New Sustainable Puffer Is Made From Bison Fur
You might just forget what the cold feels like with this new insulated jacket.
Audio-Technica’s Super Popular Studio Headphones Are Now Wireless
The ATH-M50xBT are wireless versions of Audio-Technica’s ATH-M50x studio headphones. They’re available today for $199.
Need a Last-Minute Halloween Costume? Head to Suitsupply
The brand’s latest release looks like it was pulled from the set of the 1931 film ‘Dracula.’
Patagonia’s Former CEO Made a Car Seat and It’s Pretty Sick
A former Patagonia CEO teamed up with some other material-minded industrialists and came out with a super light, super safe car seat.
Don’t Miss Out on These Limited-Edition Sneakers From Vans
Featuring an embossed black suede upper.
The New Fleece from Outdoor Voices is All We Want to Wear Right Now
It’s cozy, made of recycled wool and will keep you #DoingThings for longer.
You’ll Want to Wear Huckberry’s New Boots Every Day
Huckberry’s latest private label brand, Rhodes, is comprised of sharp casual boots engineered to be worn every day.
Thursday, November 1
This Is the Perfect Affordable Wireless Hi-Fi System
KEF has introduced the LSX, a stereo speaker system that’s essentially just a smaller, cheaper and more colorful version of the company’s elite LS50 Wireless speaker system.
These Might Be the Perfect Headphones for Long-Distance Runners
14 hours of battery life and a personal audio experience. These are the Jaybird Tarah Pro wireless headphones.
Reebok’s New Sustainable Sneakers Are 100% Vegan
These animal-friendly kicks are sleek and USDA certified.
One of America’s Best Roasters Just Made it Easier to Drink its Coffee
Verve has led the American specialty coffee movement from early days. Now, its released a canned coffee that promises the freshness and quality to its lofty standards.
Lodge Released a Two-Piece Set of Cast-Iron Cookware That’s Tailored for the Outdoors
About a month ago, Lodge quietly released a pretty handy set of cast-iron cookware that’s tailored for campfires.
This Might Be the Most Practical Bike Helmet for Commuters
It weighs less than a pound and fits right in your briefcase.
These Are the Most Travel-Friendly Bags We’ve Ever Seen
A fully-waterproof backpack that’ll fit in the palm of your hand? Yeah, we’ll take that.
An Ex-Government Land Rover is All the Defender You’ll Ever Need
There’s no doubt about it: overlanding is an expensive (read: addictive) hobby, but getting a rig already perfectly set up can save you time and money.
Friday, November 2
Brew Watch Co’s Retrograph is a Wearable Espresso Shot Timer
Some of the coolest watches take design inspiration from unusual places — the Brew Watch Co. Retrograph is a case in point.
These Cashmere-Lined Winter Boots Are Designed to Walk on Ice
Made from water-resistant and stain-resistant calf suede.
Mk II
The MkII Cruxible is an Updated Take on a Classic Military Watch
MkII, makers of beautiful, contemporary versions of vintage military watches, has updated the American A-11 for modern wear.
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