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Bobby Berk, who rose to fame as part of Netflix’s Queer Eye Fab Five, has announced he’ll be leaving the popular show after Season eight, which airs next month. Berk served as the show’s interior-design expert and received praise from viewers for his ability to create stylish home designs on seemingly impossible timelines. Despite his exit, the show goes on — Netflix has renewed the series for a ninth season and we expect to see much more from Burke as he begins a solo career.

Today we’re taking a look at a sizzling kit for the home chef, an exercise collection that is coming soon and an unexpected shoe collaboration. 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].

Enjoy a Hot Pot At Home

Kitsby

Kitsby is known for its sweet baking kits, but a new partnership is proof that the brand can do savory just as well. The Ultimate Hot Pot Kit, a collaboration with YouTuber Mike Chen, has everything you need to make restaurant-quality hot pots at home: a stainless-steel pot, 11 ingredients, seven sauces, two soup bases and two soup enhancers. The best part? It’s on sale now for $130.

An Affordable (and Functional) Dive Watch

Timex

Proving you don’t have to break the bank to sport a dive watch on your next adventure, Timex has released the new Tiburon Automatic for just $349. This nautical-inspired watch features a shock- and corrosion-resistant stainless-steel case (44mm) with ceramic lunette and a screw-down crown and case back to ensure up to 200m of water resistance. The watch’s synthetic rubber strap provides a comfortable, waterproof fit.

A Swedish Approach to Daily Movement

IKEA

A distinct departure from the bulky, dark-colored exercise equipment you’d see in the gym, Ikea’s Dajlien collection is made with subtle colors and features to seamlessly fit into your home and, thus, inspire more daily movement. The collection includes weights, step-up boards and exercise mats, as well as some lifestyle pieces for rest and recovery. The full suite of products will become available next January.

Eames and New Balance Go Out with a Bang

Reebok

Premium furniture designer Eames and athletic company Reebok have been collaborating since 2021, and the duo saved its best for collab for last. The final collection includes redesigns of three classic Reebok shoes: the Instapump Fury 96 ($200), Beatnik Sandal ($130), and Classic Nylon ($130). The latter is the star of the show, prominently sporting the Eames logo and featuring a custom footbed and interior that showcase the Eames design legacy.

These Glasses Float to the Top

Woodys Eyewear

Eyewear brand Woodys is celebrating its 10-year anniversary by relaunching two of its most iconic styles — Bee and Panos — and introducing a brand-new silhouette. The Icon X sunglasses ($250), made with premium Italian acetate, feature bold color pops and cut-outs which add exactly the right amount of pizzazz to any outfit.

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