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Just in time for New Year’s resolutions, fitness app Strava has introduced direct messaging to its platform. Strava, which is home to more than 100M athletes, hopes the new capability will spurn users to more easily share motivation and connect in-person for training. The feature includes both one-on-one and group messaging, and enables users to select who can and cannot send them messages. Direct messaging is available now for Strava users worldwide.

Today we’re taking a look at a top-notch cigar sampler, a transparent gadget with a singular purpose and a new boozy beverage perfect for holiday gatherings. This is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news from Gear Patrol Studios. Send your most pressing product questions to [email protected].

A Jolly Cigora Sampler for Your Cigar-Lover

Cigora

Cigar-lover’s hub Cigora has wrapped all its expertise up with a bow this holiday season, resulting in a top-notch five-cigar sampler fit for the smoke savant or merely cigar-curious person in your life. The set includes go-to staples from long-standing makers like Cohiba and Alec Bradley, as well as hits from specialty brands like HVC, Cavalier Geneve and Southern Draw. Together, this sampler provides a diverse tour of tastes and origins in a package perfectly suited for your loved one’s stocking. Plus, right now it’s a smokin’ deal: $20 off, plus free shipping on every order all the time at Cigora.

A Limited-Edition Timepiece Inspired by Italian Sailing

Panerai

In celebration of the 37th America’s Cup in 2024, Panerai is honoring its official sponsorship of the Italian sailing team with a limited-edition watch. Just 37 units of the new Luminor Marina Carbotech Luna Rossa ($16,200) will be made available, exclusively on the brand’s website. Each watch features an automatic mechanical movement with a three-day power reserve, 300-meter water resistant and a 44mm featherweight carbotech case. With a clean blue face and a classic marine blue and red stripe strap, this beautiful and functional piece promises to be an essential collectors piece for fans of the Italian America’s Cup team.

Reclaim Writing with this Y2K-Inspired Device

Freewrite

Whether you’re a published author, a budding journalist or a passionate creative, you’ll want to add the Freewrite Traveler Ghost to your kit. This nifty portable device features a full-size keyboard and E Ink Display to allow writers to draft without distractions. Put simply, it’s a mini laptop just for writing. This new ghostly colorway of the popular Traveler product features a see-through case, revealing the device’s inner workings and giving what is an otherwise modern piece of tech a distinctly retro feel. The Ghost edition is available now for $599.

A Ski Jacket for the True Senders

Obermeyer

Aspen brand Obermeyer is raising the bar for ski layers with its Highlands Shell ($549) just in time for ski season. This high performance shell is made with HydroBlock® Elite fabric that is waterproof and breathable, as well as Toray® Dermizax™ for stretch and flexibility. Other features include a helmet-compatible hood, interior wind guard, upper-arm pass-pocket, removable powder skirt and zippered vents for warmer days. Pair it with the Highlands Bib to complete the look and ensure you stay dry while shredding all winter long.

Guy Fieri’s Newest Boozy Business

Two Roads Brewing Company

The unofficial King of Bleached and Gelled hair is adding a new kind of “spiked” to his repertoire with the announcement of Flavortown Spiked. The line of premium malt beverages is inspired by Fieri’s favorite drink recipes in a shareable format, starting with a flavorful Spiked Fruit Punch made with real cranberry and orange juices. This new line comes to life in partnership with award-winning Two Roads Brewing Co and will be available anywhere Two Roads beverages are sold starting, at $12 for a 6-pack.

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