These Rugged Leather Boots Were Literally Made to Survive an Apocalypse

Nicks and Rose Anvil revived their apocalypse-proof footwear. Plus, culinary-inspired workwear, an Apple Watch for your dog and more.

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Nicks x Rose Anvil ND3

Nicks Handmade Boots and Rose Anvil have revived their apocalypse-proof collaboration leather boots! According to the brand, these are the “most indestructible, tactile, hiking and adventure” boots ever made. Their long list of features includes a 360 Stitchdown construction, Vibram Sierra outsole, Munson-inspired ThurmanNW last and much more. As always, they’re also incredibly customizable, so you can ensure your pair is perfect for your needs, whether heading off the grid or into a battle with zombies.
Wyze Bulb CamWyze

Wyze Bulb Cam

The Wyze Bulb Cam is a motion-activated smart light fixture for your porch or patio. It’s unique because it has an attached smart security camera that draws power from the light — compatible with any E26 bulb (sold separately) — so there’s no wires, batteries or complicated setup process. It costs $50, but you’ll it’s want to buy it bundled with Wyze’s Accessory Bulbs ($17/ea) to have a fully working lighting and security system.
a man and woman un denim chef's gearWrangler

Wrangler x Made In Kitchen Apparel and Knife Collection

Wrangler and Made In have created a collection of western-style kitchen apparel, accompanied by three knives that will cover all of your culinary cutting needs. The collection includes a denim chef’s jacket that is a retrofitted Type II jacket, a denim apron with Wrangler’s signature jean pockets, a chambray chef’s shirt and a t-shirt. The knife set consists of special edition versions of Made In’s chef’s knife, utility knife and paring knife. The knives can be purchased as a set for $369 or individually.
Fi Series 3+Fi

Fi Series 3+

Fi’s third-generation GPS smart collar is more like an Apple Watch for your dog rather than a dog collar. Like its predecessors, the Series 3+ can track your dog’s location and monitor its health and habits, such as steps and sleep. However, this newest version has a couple of key advantages. It’s integrated with AI features for more advanced habit tracking, such as licking, barking, and scratching, and can therefore serve as an early indicator of any potential warning signs. It’s also Fi’s first dog collar that fully supports the Apple Watch, so you can check your dog’s location and activity right from your wrist. Pricing is based on a subscription — it starts at $14/month.
how to survive against the odds bookHarperCollins Publishers

How to Survive Against the Odds

Longtime GP contributor Sean Evans served as the ghostwriter behind this epic tome, which is based on the hit Wondery podcast Against the Odds. As Evans tells us: “The book combines tales of real-life survival in crazy scenarios alongside medical experts breaking down the physiological elements happening within our bodies when we’re fighting for our lives.” Lost in the jungle? Caught up in an avalanche? Tangling with a shark? Each chapter provides not only inspiration but hard-won wisdom that could save your life.