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Last Chance: Win a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15200

Introduced in the 1950s as a smaller alternative to the Rolex Datejust, the 34mm Rolex Date remains nearly indistinguishable from its iconic counterpart in looks and functionality. With an automatic movement and water-resistant case, it’s a handsome everyday watch with the quickest date display that Rolex has ever offered.

We’ve teamed up with a few great brands to give you a chance to win a stainless steel 34mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15200 in excellent preowned condition. Don’t miss your chance to snag this classic timepiece and kick off the New Year in style.

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February 25, 2022 / Comments Off

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Share Your Opinion with Us for a Chance to Win

Whether you’re planning to upgrade your home office setup or beginning the hunt for a vintage luxury watch, we want to hear from you.

Each year, our team polls Gear Patrol’s readership to inform our slate of content and partnerships for the year. Completing the survey will take just a few minutes of your time, and as a thank-you for participating, twelve lucky participants will walk away with one of three prize packages picked by our team.

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Gear Patrol x Topo Designs Backpack Tote
$100 Visa Gift Card
One-Year Subscription to Gear Patrol Magazine

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$50 Visa Gift Card
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February 22, 2022 / Comments Off

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The John Mayer x Hodinkee x G-Shock Is Why We Love an Approachable Collab

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This week we’re discussing the future of smart home tech, and a tech standard called Matter that will allegedly unite all our disparate smart home devices under one virtual roof. Then, luxury textile and clothing maker Loro Piana and many other similar brands are leaning into a new trend: tracking the production of wool goods all the way back to the sheep whose haircut provided the raw materials. Lastly, John Mayer and Casio teamed up on another G-Shock watch collaboration. It’s already sold out, but we’ll talk about our thoughts on the design, and thoughts on collabs like this. And we finish up with a quick lightning round of our favorite new gear from the past week.

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04:50 – Matter and the promise of a unified Smart Home

22:10 – Loro Piana customers can track its wool origins

34:49 – John Mayer x Hodinkee x Casio G-Shock = a very desirable, approachable collab

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December 17, 2021 / Comments Off

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Win Over $1,000 in USA-Made Gear

Temperatures are dropping, and you need gear that’s fit for the season. We teamed up with a few of our favorite made-in-USA brands to give two lucky winners a chance to win the ultimate winter haul.

Enter below for your chance to take home handcrafted leather goods and cozy bedding from American Provenance, Authenticity50, Billykirk and Rancourt & Co, along with a subscription to Gear Patrol Magazine.

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$300 Gift Card to Authenticity50
$150 Gift Card to American Provenance
$300 Gift Card to Rancourt & Co
Billykirk No. 521 Brown Leather Tool Bag ($275)
Gear Patrol Magazine Subscription Bundle ($99)
- Total Value: $1,124

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Authenticity50 Heritage Blanket ($169)
$50 Gift Card to American Provenance
$150 Gift Card to Rancourt & Co
Gear Patrol Magazine One-Year Subscription ($39)
Billykirk No. 520 Dark Tan Leather Bottle Tote ($105)
- Total Value: $513

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Terms: No purchase necessary. Enter from December 7, 2021-December 14, 2021 for your chance to win. Sweepstakes is open to residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are lawful U.S. residents, and are 18 years of age or older, as of the start date of the sweepstakes. Void where prohibited by law. Sponsor: Authenticity50. See official rules for details and Sponsor’s privacy policy.

December 8, 2021 / Comments Off

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Today in Gear: Stay Up-to-Date on Today’s News and Releases

La Aurora

Sometimes you just come across a really outrageous piece and you simply have to spotlight it. Surfaced by Tropical Watch, the shop — helmed by collector and curator Jacek Kozubek — has got its hands on a 1955 Rolex Big Crown Submariner. With a faded bezel, golden lume markings and well-loved 3, 6, 9 dial, this piece has a patina that only 66 years could provide. Maybe it’s that Bordeaux-colored bezel, but this reminds us that — like a fine wine — some watches really do get better with age. The only hiccup? If you want to fold this Rolex into your collection, expect to drop a cool $558,350. If you don’t happen to have a spare half million dollars lying around, don’t fear: Whether it’s a a whiskey finished in pinot noir casks or a 3D face mask designed to give you a bit more breathing room, there’s plenty of new gear to get excited about. This is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask an Expert” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

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The easiest way to sample the best Dominican cigars in the world.

In an effort to provide smokers with the best introduction to its suite of cigars, La Aurora presents its Best Sellers Sampler Pack — providing enough variety to please first-time cigar smokers and aficionados alike. The pack includes five separate cigars ranging from the sweetness of the La Aurora® Cameroon 1903 Robust0 to the coffee notes of the La Aurora® 107® Ecuador Robusto.

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Loro Piana wool that can stand up to a storm? It doesn’t get better than that.

Loro Piana represents the epitome of quality when it comes to (Italian) wool. Canada’s Haven has teamed with Loro Piana, incorporating the latter’s Storm System Capolavoro wool and blending it with a three-layer water and windproof membrane. Pieces range from the hiking-style Solo Pants to the Chamber Parka — which, aside from being the centerpiece of the collection — sits right at the intersection of tailored luxury and modern techwear.

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The Oregonian spirit that celebrates two of the region’s best drinks: whiskey and pinot noir.

Westward Whiskey’s focused on defining the concept of “American Single Malt,” using a uniquely Oregonian POV. In that spirit, Westward is celebrating another icon of Oregon — pinot noir — with its collab with Dobbes Family Winery. Finished in casks that once held Dobbes’ Rosé of Pinot Noir Dessert Wine, this spirit blends notes of plum candy with dark ripe fruit, soft pepper, herbaceous grain, caramel. The only downside? This is an exclusive to the Westward’s Whiskey Club.

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Denon’s dive into wireless earbuds promises hi-fi audio (at a genuinely affordable price).

Wireless earbuds can feel like a dime a dozen these days, but Denon’s aiming to blend industry-standard features with a price that’s worth a second look. Ranged between $99 and $159, while the entry level model does sacrifice Active Noise Cancelling and a couple hours of battery life (18 hours vs. 24 hours), these stand to be a solid alternative to splurging on high priced options from other labels.

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The face mask that’s designed to give you a bit more breathing room.

With face masks still a daily necessity, it’s worth spending the extra time (and frankly, money) to make sure you’re getting something that you’re comfortable wearing day in and day out. The Curv by Enro uses a 3D structure, providing extra room and more breathability — ensuring a comfortable fit whether you’re on a long flight or hitting the gym.

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November 16, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: Stay Up-to-Date on Today’s News and Releases
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Today in Gear: Gear Updates to Round Out The Week

Upgrading your iPhone just got a little harder (see: expensive). Uncovered recently by keen-eyed Apple fans, the brand has slashed the trade-in prices of several of its past and present iPhone models, ranging from a 12 percent reduction for the iPhone 12 Pro Max to a 20 percent drop in the trade-in value for the iPhone 7 (which, if we’re being fair, already wasn’t that high as it is). Worse yet, these trade-in prices are for mint condition models; if your trade-in has any wear and tear, you’re likely to get even less value back. It’s hard to know what to do in a situation like this — do you upgrade now before any further reductions, or hang on to your device (assuming continuing to use your current iPhone is still feasible)? At any rate, it’s a move that lays bare Apple’s desire to fold more users into its own yearly upgrade program. Interested in upgrading your other gear? Check out Roark’s new collection, reworked with help from Pendleton, artfully-designed home stereo sets from Wrensilva and Hurley’s entry into the e-bike space. This is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask an Expert” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

Roark punches up the Axeman Jacket with a little help from Pendleton.

Roark is a brand rooted in a spirit of expedition; it’s that adventurous spirit that directly inspired the label’s Axeman jacket. This collab, crafted from USA virgin wool, features a signature Pendleton pattern exclusively recolored for the Roark collaboration. With a fully-sherpa-lined interior rounded out by custom metal clasps, you’ll be warm regardless of what’s on the agenda.

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Introducing Gerber’s new three-piece family of fixed blades, the Downwind collection.

Gerber — founded in Portland, OR in 1939 — has a legacy of reliable blades that have been designed (and mainly produced) in the Pacific Northwest. Its latest suite of fixed blades ranges from a utilitarian drop point knife to the unusual Ulu model, a versatile curved blade traditionally used in Inuit culture. The best part is, by using 7Cr steel, the blades all clock in around or under $50.

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Wrensilva’s new stereo consoles recall the world’s best music venues (even if that’s just your living room).

In an age where streaming is the standard, it’s hard to remember a time when a stereo system was as much a piece of well-designed furniture as it was a set of speakers. Wrensilva’s Club Series — ranging from the large M1 to the small (but mighty) Loft size — features premium ash wood exteriors, mother-of-pearl inlays and amp-inspired speakers. Simply put, a piece of furniture never sounded so good.

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A new way to get to the beach (or anywhere else): Hurley enters the e-bike market.

In a move that we can only imagine was designed to get people to the beach faster, surf brand Hurley has unveiled a line of e-bikes. Ranging from beach cruisers to mountain bike-inspired options, Hurley’s suite of bikes can go for roughly 50 miles per charge, making them the perfect alternative to driving to the beach (no matter how far off-road your search for great waves take you).

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Tanner Goods teams up with Weiss to celebrate 15 years in business.

With aims to represent the best in modern American watchmaking, L.A.-based Weiss is the perfect partner for Tanner Goods. Teased yesterday afternoon, the collaboration celebrates 15 years of Tanner goods with a 38mm limited edition Field Watch. The homage to the brand is seen in everything from the dial (using the same font used for sizing on Tanner Goods’ belts) to the custom Horween Cordovan leather strap.

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Ask an Expert

A Gear Patrol reader asks: “In timepiece lexicon, what is “Quartz”? Like, is there an actual quartz gemstone somehow involved in the mechanics of its ticking or timekeeping? Is it merely just battery powered?”

The Expert: First and foremost, if you’re really interested in quartz watches (either in buying one for yourself or just out of sheer curiosity on how they work), we’d suggest checking out our thorough guide on everything you need to know before buying a quartz watch. That said, we spoke to some editors on our watch desk, and received the following response that cuts right to your question:

“Yes, an actual quartz crystal oscillates at a fixed frequency when an electric charge is run through it via a battery (or something like that). This is what gives you fixed, predictable timekeeping.” – Oren Hartov, Editor, Watches.

You might have to spend $15 on a cup of coffee soon…

Yeah, the coffee bean situation is pretty bad. In this episode, we discuss what that means for our daily cuppa, and also cover the “EV inflection point” and whether or not Netflix Games is an attractive service for “real” gamers.

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November 12, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: Gear Updates to Round Out The Week
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Win $2,300 in Gear to Upgrade Your Holiday

The holidays are right around the corner. This year, we’ve teamed up with a few of our favorite brands — AETHER Apparel, Blundstone, MEATER, Solo Stove, and Vermont Wagyu — to give you the chance to win a pack of premium, adventure-ready gear to gift yourself or a loved one. Stay warm and prepped for winter excursions, wherever they take you.

Check out the full list of prizes and enter below for your chance to win.

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$500 AETHER Gift Card

$500 Blundstone Gift Card

One MEATER Block and One MEATER Plus Holiday Bundle (1x MEATER Plus, 1x MEATER Mitts, and 1x MEATER Bar Blade)

Solo Stove Bonfire + Stand

$300 Gift Card to Vermont Wagyu

Gear Patrol x Topo Designs Backpack Tote + Magazine Subscription Bundle

Total Prize Value: $2,320

Terms: No purchase necessary. Enter from November 4, 2021-November 29, 2021 for your chance to win. Sweepstakes is open to residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are lawful U.S. residents, and are 18 years of age or older, as of the start date of the sweepstakes. Void where prohibited by law. Sponsor: Gear Patrol. See official rules for details and Sponsor’s privacy policy.

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November 4, 2021 / Comments Off on Win $2,300 in Gear to Upgrade Your Holiday
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The New 2022 Range Rover Is a $104,000 Design Statement On Wheels

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We start with a discussion of the Gear Patrol Winter Gear Awards, our new, highly curated list of cold-weather products that have earned the highest of marks over the past year. Then we discuss the new 2022 Range Rover: the gold-standard SUV has been redesigned and is full to the gills with tech and luxe features, but how do we feel about its opulence? Finally, the wildest watch we’ve seen in a hot minute– Urwerk has launched the UR-112 Aggregat, a very limited-edition and intensely expensive timepiece with a form factor unlike most anything else you’d even think to put on your wrist.

Show Notes:

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03:56 – The Winter Gear Awards

25:23 – The 2022 Range Rover Is Expensive and Not “Beautiful

43:11 – Uwerk UR-112 Aggregat, a Wildly Weird New Watch

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October 29, 2021 / Comments Off on The New 2022 Range Rover Is a $104,000 Design Statement On Wheels
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Bremont’s New Limited-Edition Longitude Watches Have Controversial Guts

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First, the big announcements from this week’s Apple Unleashed event, which include everything from new Home Pod Mini colors to next-gen AirPods to the re-introduction of various ports on new MacBook Pros. (Finally…) Then, we’ll discuss the just-revealed, supremely quick, and still sort of mysterious Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. It’s likely the last internal-combustion variant of the Cayman we’ll see before the lineup goes all-electric. Lastly, some controversy: watchmaker Bremont has revealed its first in-house movement, the ENG300 in a new line of limited-edition watches. But… is it actually an original movement? The watch community can’t seem to make up its mind.

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02:25 – At ‘Apple Unleashed’ the Brand Launches an Array of Updated Devices

22:09 – The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Is Very Fast

30:35 – Bremont’s New In-House Movement Is Up for Debate

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October 22, 2021 / Comments Off on Bremont’s New Limited-Edition Longitude Watches Have Controversial Guts
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Today in Gear: All the Product News Worth Your Time

With all the tech announcements of the last couple of days, it’s easy to get swept away with all the new product information — much less any teases or rumors. Speaking of tech rumors, Facebook reportedly has plans to change its name, pulling a similar move Google made back in 2015, folding all of its properties (including Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram and Oculus) under a single entity. Whether this has been long in the works and tied to Facebook’s stated desires to expand into a “metaverse” or simply a way for Zuckerberg to dodge the latest crop of public criticism is still up for debate. While we keep on an eye on how that situation develops, we’re keeping an eye on today’s best product news, including a safe “soap” for your smartphone, IWC’s updated Perpetual Calendar watch and the only coffee machine you’ll need on your counter. This is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask an Expert” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

When it comes to coffee, the JURA Z10 is the only machine you’ll need.

Designed to make everything from a double shot of espresso to a trendy flat white, the Z10 merges several cutting-edge JURA technologies for a top-tier brew. From the proprietary Product Recognizing Grinder to JURA’s eighth-generation brewing unit and Cold Extraction Process, hot or cold brew, the JURA Z10 is the only coffee machine you’ll need on your countertop.

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Disinfect your tech without touching soap or water thanks to the SurfaceSoap UV wand.

We all get it: In a time where sanitization has never been more front-and-center, it’s strangely easy to overlook how contaminated our tech — especially our computers and smartphones — can be. PhoneSoap’s all-new SurfaceSoap UV wand is a portable sanitization tool that kills 99.9 percent of bacteria and viruses faster than a wipe. Using the power of UV light, all it takes is the wave of a wand to sanitize nearly any surface.

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Rose Delights expands from CBD and THC gummies into a full-on workwear line.

Rose Delights is one of the most creative brands in the CBD and THC space, often tapping chefs and designers to create equally creative flavor profiles and packaging. The cult-favorite brand recently launched “Grow Clothes”, a line of sustainably-minded workwear that’s designed for mobility while gardening. With fabric sourced from a premium waxed cotton manufacturer in the UK, this is looking like a lot more than just a side project.

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Leave your Apple Watch at home: Falling in love with IWC’s Big Pilot’s Perpetual Calendar watch.

IWC’s newly unveiled Big Pilot’s Perpetual Calendar watch reminds us that calendar watches are the original “smart watches.” Aesthetically speaking, we love the green dial and sleek ceratanium case, but with a 168-hour power reserve and day, date, month, year and perpetual moon phase subdials, we love all of the functionality this piece brings to the table at just a glance.

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Bring a Herman Miller piece into your home (for a lot less than you think).

Let’s get this out of the way, admittedly, we’re not talking Herman Miller furniture per se. However, these archival posters add a punch of world-class design into any room — and certainly at a fraction of the price of an Eames Chair. Spanning artwork from 1949 to 1979, the collection of posters features designs from George Nelson & Associates, Armin Hofmann, Phillip Mitchell, Steve Frykholm, Irving Harper and Linda Powell. The collection lands on October 26.

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October 20, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: All the Product News Worth Your Time
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Today in Gear: The Gear Shaping Today’s Conversation

Is Sonos the premiere home speaker brand? I’m sure there’s plenty of brands that would certainly beg to differ, but given Sonos’ massive suite of products, you can effectively have a speaker that fits into nearly every room of your house. From literal tabletop speakers to incognito lamp-speaker hybrids (shout out to Ikea’s Symfonisk lineup), Sonos can feel like the beginning and the end of outfitting your home with top-tier audio equipment. Maybe that’s why Floyd, a made-in-USA furniture design firm, decided to drop a selection of smartly-designed stands for the Sonos One and Five. After all, they say great minds think alike. For more on that collaboration as well as news from the spirits, sneaker and watch spaces, this is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask an Expert” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

Oak & Eden taps into its artistic side in latest iteration of ongoing Anthro Series.

Oak & Eden celebrates creativity across the spectrum through its Anthro Series. This chapter introduces The Troubadours, a collection of five artists that worked directly with Oak & Eden to add their own flavor (figuratively and literally) to each bottle. This isn’t just a bottle redesign, either: Oak & Eden invited each artist to add their spin on everything from the base whiskey to the wood species of the signature Spire.

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Brain Dead isn’t afraid to get weird on its latest trail-ready Asics collaboration.

In the crowded world of streetwear, Brain Dead stands out by leaning into its offbeat inspirations. Those motifs manifest here on the label’s Asics Trabuco Max collaboration. That said, this sneaker is still ready to go off-road, featuring GUIDESOLE and ASICSGRIP technology for long-distance energy conservation and all-conditions traction, respectively.

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Floyd and Sonos might just make your speaker stand your new favorite piece of furniture.

Elevating the speaker stand in more ways than one, Floyd has taken (what is historically) a purely utilitarian piece of furniture and made it as sleek as… well, a set of Sonos speakers. Designed in collaboration with Sonos, Floyd’s two new speaker stands are compatible with the Sonos One and Five and are designed to not just reduce vibrations and provide a better audio experience, but look understated (in a mid-century modern-sort of way).

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Cult-favorite Swiss label Nivada releases the manual Chronoking watch.

Nivada might not be the first Swiss watch brand you’ll think of — it’s a historic company that disappeared in the Quartz Crisis — but that’s not to say it’s not worth your attention. Its SW510 manual movement Chronoking features Super Luminova hour markers and a unique date window at the 12 o’clock slot. With several strap options ranging from leather to steel, it’s a watch well worth your time.

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Sherry meets tequila: Patrón announces all-new sherry cask-aged añejo tequila.

We’ve definitely enjoyed a glass or two of Patrón’s tequilas, but sherry cask-aged añejo? That’s a new one. Aged in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks for over two years, the amber tequila picks up notes of dates and pear on the nose, with pecans, toasted oak and buttery caramel on the palate. Needless to say, this is one tequila that’s ready for cocktails well beyond the confines of the classic margarita.

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October 14, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: The Gear Shaping Today’s Conversation
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Today in Gear: Product News to Kick Off Your Week

It’s hard not to feel like buying secondhand is almost better than buying brand new. Environmental benefits and economic perks aside (though both are definitely important), buying in the aftermarket can be one of the best ways to actually score a true one-of-a-kind grail — regardless of the space in which you’re shopping. Whether it’s a pre-loved vintage garment (like, say, from L.L. Bean) packed with a patina that could only come with age, or the personal pocket watch of one of the world’s most infamous gangsters, there’s some things that you just can’t replicate in the present. For our favorite product news of the day, featuring archive finds and the latest releases, this is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask an Expert” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

L.L. Bean hosts a first-of-its-kind-sale (for L.L. Bean, anyways).

You know (and likely already love) L.L. Bean for its legacy of American outerwear and apparel inspired and shaped by its native state of Maine. Tapping into that legacy, L.L. is hosting its first-ever sourced and refurbished vintage sale, featuring pieces that span from the 1960s to the present. Interestingly, the “Pre-Loved Collection” will be available via Instagram Stories. Talk about past-in-present.

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NOMOS teams with Singapore’s The Hour Glass on a golden Zürich Worldtimer.

NOMOS’ Zürich Worldtimer is a prime canvas for collaboration thanks to its signature city disc. The wheel has proven to be a clever way to highlight partners’ and collaborators’ respective home cities. Singapore’s The Hour Glass shop has honored its hometown with a uniquely gold-dialed Worldtimer, with a reference to the city’s nickname (“The Little Red Dot”) featured at 3 o’clock.

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Benchmade debuts an American-made, customizable kitchen knife collection.

You’ve got to love Benchmade’s knives. Built to work and guaranteed for life, they’re an easy investment if you’re in the market for a rugged blade to use regularly. A great blade’s proving ground — the kitchen — serves as the latest inspiration for Benchmade’s newest knives, including the multi-use Meatcrafter and versatile Station Knife.

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Nike reveals plans to bring the Air Max 97 back in celebration of its 25th anniversary.

The Nike Air Max 97, a cult classic prepping for its 25th anniversary in 2022, is gearing up for a re-release next year. The inspiration behind its unique silver upper reportedly ranges from Japanese bullet trains to Y2K-era aluminum mountain bikes. We don’t know about you, but this classic certainly transcends the current “hype-obsessed” sneaker market. Read more on finding joy in classic and general release kicks (including Nikes) down below.

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You might need to plan a trip to Utah to snag High West’s new limited-edition release.

Admittedly, this dropped at the beginning of the month — but when you have whiskey as good as this, you make sure you let the people know about it. High West’s “A Midwinter Night’s Dram” has been a consistent fan-favorite. “Act 9” looks no different: It’s a blend of rye whiskeys finished in Ruby and Tawny port barrels. The only negative is that it’s exclusively available in High West’s home state. How much is a flight to Utah again?

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October 11, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: Product News to Kick Off Your Week
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Ferrari Hired Jony Ive and Marc Newson. But Why?

Clockwise from left: Yubico, Qilai Shen, and David Bailey

The Gear Patrol Podcast is our weekly roundtable discussion focused on products, their stories, and the culture surrounding them.

Today we’re talking about the mystery behind Ferrari hiring famed Apple product designer Jony Ive and his design firm: will he be designing the Italian brand’s first electric car, or a new luxury accessory line, or… something else? Then we discuss the growing popularity of livestream shopping: especially during the pandemic, many commerce brands and outlets have taken to livestream video interfaces through which viewers can buy products being discussed…as they’re being discussed. Is this a trend, or is livestream shopping here to stay? And we finish with physical biometric security keys: the company Yubico has released a fingerprint-scanning USB dongle that acts as an additional level of security when you’re logging in to stuff on your laptop. Is this viable tech for average consumers, or too clunky to adopt in the mainstream?

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Show Notes:

Episode Navigation:

02:41 – Ferrari Hires Jony Ive and Marc Newson

17:45 – Is Livestream Shopping… a Thing?

30:08 – Yubico’s New Biometric Security Dongles

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October 8, 2021 / Comments Off on Ferrari Hired Jony Ive and Marc Newson. But Why?
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Fitness Guru Casey Johnston on Why Getting Swole Isn’t Always the Point

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This week we welcome a very special guest. Casey Johnston joins to talk about her Substack newsletter called ‘She’s a Beast,’ the home gym she’s set up in her Brooklyn backyard, and what’s important for people to understand about fitness and lifting weights. Then we debate the merits of Amazon’s new Halo View fitness tracker hardware and fitness and nutrition subscription services. Lastly, we end with a discussion of the Rivian R1T, glowing reviews of which have been flooding the web this week, and why it’s such a mic-drop moment in the automotive space.

Show Notes:

Episode Navigation:

05:02 – Casey Johnston, author of She’s a Beast

34:37 – Amazon Halo View, Halo Fitness, and Halo Nutrition

47:03 – Reactions to… Reviews of the Rivian R1T

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October 1, 2021 / Comments Off on Fitness Guru Casey Johnston on Why Getting Swole Isn’t Always the Point
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Today in Gear: 5 Products Worth Studying Up On

Whether it’s the pandemic or the cooling of the thermometer, the reality is we’ll be spending more time in our apartments and homes in the coming weeks and months. That means more “bedroom offices”, “living room gyms” and “kitchen bar”-hybrids — which, all things considered, isn’t the worst thing. What that does mean, however, is that while our spaces continue to serve more than one purpose, we should be conscious of the gear that’s working (or, better yet, not pulling its weight). From an upgrade on your sagging office chair to the hot new addition to your bar cart, these are the products we’re getting excited about right now. As ever, this is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask the Editor” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

Fox Racing’s Mainframe Helmet brings premier protection to a helmet designed for beginners and hobbyists.

The latest addition to an arsenal of premium mountain bike helmets, the Fox Racing team packed a lot of thought into every element of the Mainframe. While we can appreciate the molded vent structure to the moisture-wicking (and washable) liner, the most important detail is that it’s received the prestigious Virginia Tech five star safety rating.

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Steelcase unveils the body-responsive Karman office chair, packed with 21st century tech.

To combat pain points and all-day seating discomfort, Steelcase developed the Karman office chair, utilizing Intermix. It’s a proprietary textile that provides ergonomic stability without sagging after repeated use. The fabric is suspended over a lightweight, flexing, curved frame, providing almost-weightless support that contours to the user.

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Shift your workout into the stratosphere with TRX’s new gravity-cast kettlebells.

Gravity casting is one of the oldest metal casting techniques, using the force of gravity to push molten metal into a mold. In this case, it means that TRX’s new set of kettlebells is insanely durable and weight-accurate. From swings to goblet squats, TRX’s latest should provide top marks no matter how intense your workout is.

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Is titanium good for watchmaking? The James Brand and Timex certainly think so.

You know The James Brand for its slew of top-class EDC products, which is likely why Timex teamed up with the label on the new Expedition North Titanium. It features a Miyota automatic movement with a 41mm titanium case, resulting in a practical-but-luxe feel. It’s limited to just 500 pieces and drops on October 5. To hold you over until then, check out our roundup of other titanium watches below.

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Highland Park taps into its “viking heart” to craft its new 15-year single malt.

With an embossed, glazed ceramic vessel, it’s going to be easy to spot Highland Park’s 15-Year-Old Viking Heart on the shelf. Using sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, it’ll be just as easy to uncover full flavor on the palate, with hits of sponge cake, cinnamon, citrus fruit and peat smoke.

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September 29, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: 5 Products Worth Studying Up On
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Today in Gear: The Details on Today’s Best Product News

They say humans “eat with our eyes,” but I’d argue that it’s the aesthetics of the stuff we buy that shape our lives more than the stuff we put into our stomachs. Sure, practicality plays a major role in what we buy and why, but the best products — from cars and tech to the clothes on our backs — hit the mark on function and form. It’s exactly why when a brand changes something about its visual language — like Volvo’s recent logo redesign — it’s a topic that will generate almost as much conversation (or controversy) as a new product release. Volvo isn’t the only one either; Apple’s made billions on building an iconic aesthetic that leverages a clean design language as a shorthand for an easy-to-use, intuitive approach to technology. From a new set of Civivi knives to the sleek Belgian e-bike that’s finally headed stateside, this is Today in Gear.

Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and news. Want your question featured in our weekly “Ask the Editor” column? Send your most pressing product questions to tig@gearpatrol.com.

Get the job done in DXL’s Rugged Work Looks collection.

Presented by DXL

DXL Big + Tall has stocked up on brands that are tough, rugged and built to work. Case in point? DXL’s roster of picks from Americana icon Carhartt, including the Swing Armstrong Jacket and the simple-but-mighty Long-Sleeve Pocket Tee. From fall-ready flannels to graphic tees, that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to gear that’s ready to get the job done.

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Civivi’s two newest models pack multifunctionality in sleek packages.

Sometimes buying a knife for your everyday carry is about more than the blade itself. Extra tools are a major perk behind Civivi’s new knives, the upcoming Crit and Relic. The Crit adds tools like driver heads, a seat belt cutter and bottle opener, while the Relic packs in a pair of discreet tweezers in the pommel of the handle.

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Cowboy’s award-winning e-bike is ready for pre-orders.

Based in Belgium, Cowboy’s C4 has already taken the e-bike space by storm, combining sleek aesthetics (which helped earn it a 2021″Best of the Best” Red Dot award for product design) with unique touches like a seat tube-integrated battery and handlebar phone mount that serves double duty as a charger. Watch out VanMoof: You’ve got some seriously stylish competition.

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Sounds like Spotify isn’t playing nice with iPhones running iOS 15.

Reports show iPhone users are seeing serious issues running Spotify after updating to iOS 15. According to users, Spotify is draining battery at a faster rate than before, while causing some phones to run hot. Spotify has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix, but some conspiratorial fans believe this might be an under-the-radar attempt by Apple to muscle out Apple Music’s major competitor. Read more on iOS 15’s new features down below.

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Canada Goose flies into the footwear space following three year investment.

When Canada Goose acquired bootmaker Baffin in 2018, it was an investment three years in the making. That goose has come home to roost as the company launches two new boot styles to accent its series of fashionable parkas, knitwear and outdoor gear. The new Snow Mantra Boot and Journey Boot are designed to be at home in both the city and off-the-grid, hitting stores this November. In the meantime, take a look at our team’s favorite boots for men.

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September 27, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: The Details on Today’s Best Product News
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Designer Dalal Elsheikh talks Autonomous Vehicle UX and Equity of Mobility

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The future of mobility and “living rooms on wheels,” plus: we ponder whether e-Readers are still relevant and discuss what to wear to the office these days.

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September 24, 2021 / Comments Off on Designer Dalal Elsheikh talks Autonomous Vehicle UX and Equity of Mobility
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Today in Gear: The World Surf League Finals, Mercedes-Benz’s Upcoming Electric G-Wagen, Sherpa Jackets and More

Watch the Crowning of the 2021 Surfing World Champ

For the first time in the history of the World Surf League Championship Tour, the 2021 World Champion will be decided by a one-day, winner-take-all event — the Rip Curl World Surf League Finals. Featuring the top five men and women on the WSL’s Championship Tour Leaderboard at the end of the 2021 regular season, the Rip Curl Finals will showcase the best of the best. With a nine-day waiting period during the prime season at Lower Trestles, optimum conditions will dictate when the single-day event is ultimately called on. From September 9-17, be ready to watch live on worldsurfleauge.com or the WSL App. In the meantime, check out content on each of the contenders on WSL’s YouTube channel. Follow @WSL across social channels for instant updates when the call is made. You don’t want to miss the most exciting day in surfing history, where the undisputed World Champions will be crowned.

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The Best MagSafe Battery Packs for Your iPhone 12

Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack isn’t the only option. In fact, it might not even be the best option depending on your needs.

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The Complete Buying Guide to Dyson Vacuums

From Dyson’s latest and greatest cordless vacuums to its older models, here’s everything you need to know about the biggest name in vacuums.

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The Foldable Phone Is Finally in Reach

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is the foldable smartphone to beat. It folds in half and compromises very little. But most important? It’s somewhat affordable.

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Honda Has a New Off-Road Trim to Take on Subaru and Toyota

Honda’s stable of SUVs is about to get a little bit cooler.

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Sherpa Jackets to Slip in Your Outerwear Rotation

Few garments beat the rugged warmth of a sherpa jacket. These jewels don’t carry the hefty price tag of shearling, and they are closely associated with Western style — the budding darling of men’s fashion.

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The Timex Q Now Comes in Green and Blue

If you can’t afford a solid-gold Submariner to go along with your mustache and your chest hair, you should rock one of these instead.

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White T-Shirts You Can’t Live Without

White tees are an indispensable part of a man’s wardrobe. You can wear one with absolutely anything.

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Mercedes-Benz Is Planning an Electric G-Wagen

Mercedes’s iconic boxy SUV will be going electric. Here’s a roundup of what we know so far.

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Today We’d Wear: A Navy Sweater, Camp Pants, and Chelsea Boots

An outfit assembled by our style editors.

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No, You Don’t Actually Need a Watch Winder — Here’s Why

While some are willing to pay for the convenience, the idea of a watch winder as an essential tool of watch ownership is largely unfounded.

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September 7, 2021 / Comments Off on Today in Gear: The World Surf League Finals, Mercedes-Benz’s Upcoming Electric G-Wagen, Sherpa Jackets and More
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Will There Really Be Fully Autonomous “Robo-Taxis” in 2023?

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Today we’re talking about IKEA’s new buy-back-for-store-credit program, which is being piloted in Pennsylvania as part of the company’s “circular company” plan; Spotify’s latest product and feature launches, including “Blend” and a partnership with Philips Hue lights; and the impending reality of autonomous taxis, heralded by Hyundai’s Ioniq 5, due to hit streets in 2023.

Show Notes:

Episode Navigation:

2:35 – IKEA Buy Back Program Being Piloted in Pennsylvania

22:05 – Spotify Adds a Ton of New Features, Expanding its Market Dominance

32:30 – Hyundai Debuts its Ioniq 5 Robo-Taxi, Due Out in 2023

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September 3, 2021 / Comments Off on Will There Really Be Fully Autonomous “Robo-Taxis” in 2023?
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We’re Hiring a Front-End Designer (Contract)

About This Role

Gear Patrol is seeking a contract-based Front-End Designer for our growing Design team. This position is intended specifically for a digital or UX designer who is well-versed in the process of designing for digital platforms including desktop, mobile, and email newsletter, and bringing designs and wireframes to life. This role will report directly to the Creative Director and work alongside multiple high-level leaders.

If you have what it takes, please apply. We will consider all applicants with no regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender expression, or disability.

Responsibilities

Creating frontend designs and wireframes in tools such as Figma and XD

Documenting progress using project management tools and communicating updates to internal and external stakeholders

Presenting designs to internal and stakeholders, including articulating why certain design choices were made

Bringing these Figma and XD files to life with CSS and HTML

Translating web designs to content for other platforms: email newsletters, social media, etc.

Being an advocate for accessibility at all points of the design process, including ensuring all designs are up to WCAG 2.0 Compliance

Requirements

In-depth understanding of the entire web development process (design, development and deployment)

Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS and JavaScript

Strong familiarity with browser testing and debugging

Minimum two years of previous experience in UI, engineering, UX, programming, or related work

Up-to-date knowledge of design software and wireframe tools including Figma and Adobe XD

Experience working with project management tools such as Asana

You are up-to-date with the latest web technologies, techniques, features, and ADA guidelines

Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction

Strong knowledge of responsive design and grid principles

Excellent typography, layout and visual design skills

Strong artistic eye for design, user interaction, functionality, and readability

Working knowledge of the ideation and creation of UI design deliverables: Sitemaps, userflows, wireframes, lo-fi and hi-fi layouts, prototypes

Have experience working in a remote team, hand in hand with developers

An ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment

How To Apply

Please send your CV/résumé in PDF form and link, as well as a cover letter to jobs@gearpatrol.com with the subject heading: “Front-End Designer”. In your email, please also include:

A brief introduction of yourself and why you’re a great fit for Gear Patrol.

Links to previous projects you helped develop and a detailed overview of how you led or impacted the operational success of these projects.

Links to any other previous work applicable to Gear Patrol and digital or editorial web design

Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your résumé as having been received unless your email bounces back.

About Gear Patrol

Founded in 2007, Gear Patrol is an award-winning print and digital publication, store and content studio based in New York City. We believe that the things we create and own, as well as the habits that surround them, play a crucial role in our global culture. Products, in short, are culture. From the Model T to the iPhone, and anything before or since, products hold the power to revolutionize the way we work, relax, communicate, travel, look, learn and more.

That’s why we’re focused on something we call Product Journalism a.k.a. #ProJo. Our mission is simple. We are a team of creators, users, and enthusiasts, hell-bent on building the definitive resource for discovering products and exploring the stories that surround them. Our goals are not limited to specific platforms or mediums. We know that making essential experiences for product lovers requires leveraging the best that digital, print and social platforms all have to offer.

We hold our core values of teamwork, transparency, integrity, accountability, selflessness, and creativity above all else, and base our culture around them. Our work ethic is defined by vigor, speed, quality, and flexibility. We welcome challenges as an opportunity to reach new heights and never forget that our biggest strength is our people.

Gear Patrol is a place where amazing work happens, and the more you put in here, the more you’ll get out.

Gear Patrol strives to be a diverse and inclusive company. We firmly believe that different voices, experiences and points of view are an essential component of our current and future success. We welcome and encourage people from all walks of life to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s gender, age, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetics or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

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August 26, 2021 / Comments Off on We’re Hiring a Front-End Designer (Contract)
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