Today in Gear: 5 Products You Need to Know

Call it a personal bias, but there’s nothing quite like restocking and refreshing your wardrobe. To be clear, this doesn’t simply mean buying a new pair of jeans or copping a new T-shirt — the pursuit of a better, up-to-date closet includes any kind of gear you wear for any type of occasion. New running sneakers to shave minutes off your latest mile time? Count it. A refined set of rain gear for your next hiking trip? We know that it’s just as important as buying a new office-ready dress shirt or sweater for your next night out. Take a look at some of the new apparel drops we’re excited about (on top of some other key gear).

Hoka adds a carbon fiber plate to create the new spring-loaded Bondi X.

Hoka

Hoka’s chunky-soled running shoes have amassed a cult following for their focus on support and maximalist cushion. The new Bondi X model incorporates a carbon fiber plate, injecting a burst of speed without compromising Hoka’s marshmallow-like support — perfect for long-distance running sessions.

Todd Snyder heads “Upta Camp” with L.L. Bean on a collection that dives into the archives.

Todd Snyder

Todd Snyder is no stranger to tapping into the legacy of American labels, collaborating with Champion on several collections of modern-meets-vintage sweats. Snyder’s work with L.L. Bean for Fall/Winter 2021 resurfaces several key pieces from the Maine outfitter, including the Baxter State Parka, the Ranger Shirt and The Cruiser Boot.

Ikea crafts line of gamer-focused furniture and accessories with ASUS Republic of Gamers.

Ikea

Ikea already has the market cornered on stylish, simple and affordable furniture for everyday life. Its new collection, created in concert with ASUS Republic of Gamers focuses on addressing the needs of gamers specifically, incorporating everything from ergonomic gaming desks to unique lighting setups. While some options are out now, the full collection will hit Ikea stores this October.

Veilance’s first-ever women’s offering means you and your partner can gear up in style.

Veilance

Veilance — part of the broader Arc’teryx brand family — stands as one of the premiere gorpcore brands on the market, filtering Arc’teryx’s legacy as a top-class outfitter through a fashion-focused lens. While Veilance previously only catered to the men’s market, a newly revealed women’s offering opens the brand up to an even bigger audience.

Simple, sleek and sure to get the job done: Meet We Knife Co.’s Primoris

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We Knife Co. is consistently dropping new equipment, and the Primoris stands as an example of the brand’s versatility. While the knife looks relatively minimal, this is intentional. The simplified design makes the Primoris grip-agnostic and easy to handle regardless of how you carry it. All in all, working with the 3.47-inch drop point blade is as easy as… well, slicing a hot knife through butter.

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