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The Magic Leap 2 AR Headset Is Ready For The HoloLens 2 When It Launches In 2022

Modern technology is already at the point wherein immersive experiences are now accessible to regular consumers. Virtual reality already enjoys a massive following thanks to entertainment applications. Augmented reality, on the other hand, tells a different story. Nonetheless, the announcement of the Magic Leap 2 reminds us that there is a market for AR headsets.

You can find the tech on almost any modern smartphone these days. However, we normally use this capability for exclusively for fun. Even the face filters on popular messaging apps support it. So far, Microsoft’s HoloLens is the platform of choice for big businesses. As for the Magic Leap 2, the manufacturer intends to market it a bit differently.

One of the biggest caveats of the HoloLens is its size. Its bulky profile comes from all the hardware Microsoft packs inside. This is where the Magic Leap 2 plans to outshine the competition. As early as now, the company claims their AR headset will be the industry’s slimmest and lightest.

If we can recall correctly, the original model bears an uncanny resemblance to Oakley’s OVERTHETOP shades. Thankfully, the second-generation design shows a more contemporary silhouette, albeit chunkier than a regular pair of glasses. Buyers can also expect upgraded optics, a better field of view, and what is supposedly an innovative dimming function.

Unlike VR headsets that are closed, the lenses are transparent so users can interact with their surroundings. Sensors track movement in 3D space much like in VR but also recognizes items and people. The Magic Leap 2 currently does not have a price and release date. So be sure to check with their website for updates.

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Peak Comfort: The Summit Slipper

As winter approaches, the Summit Slipper is perfectly adapted to the cold and wet weather ahead. They’ve got a quilted nylon upper filled with lightweight insulation that keeps your toes toasty without overheating. A cozy wool lining. And for added function: a textured rubber outsole. A perfect answer to fall & winter weather. So when it’s time to walk the dog or dip into the local coffee shop, you can get up & go without missing a step.

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Heinz Made Killer Ketchup for Halloween

Every year countless American use Heinz ketchup as part of their creepy costumes for Halloween. This year Heinz saw it coming, and created the Tomato Blood Costume Kit, which comes with a custom bottle of Blood Ketchup plus vampire fangs, face paint, stick-on tattoos and other tricks and treats. Available today on the Heinz Halloween website.

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The Challenges and Future of Work from Two Different Industries

The world of work, and worksites themselves, are changing at a rapid pace. With new consumers and technologies entering the space almost daily, and even the definition of a “worksite” evolving consistently, the landscape is always shifting. In fact, the workwear industry is a 28.3B market, with growth of 10 percent across the board since 2019.

And while this growth is substantial, and these new consumers reflect new directions for entire industries, what continues to remain the same is that behind every productive workspace there is a dedicated craftsperson, putting their blood, sweat and tears into projects they love.

We partnered with Cat Footwear to go behind the scenes of two modern workplaces and learn more about the craftsman behind them. At a bike shop in Bushwick, Brooklyn and a construction site in Fallbrook, San Diego, we observed what products and gear it takes to successfully work in today’s world and dove deep into the ever-changing landscape of work.

Cole Bennett, Co-Founder Weiss Manufacturing

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Cole Bennett is the co-founder of Weis Manufacturing, a Brooklyn-based shop producing bespoke handmade bikes unlike anything else available. Bennett and his co-founder Rob Weis started the brand after meeting in college and discovered a shared desire for physical product development. With a combined passion for engineering and art design, Weis Manufacturing was born. We caught up with Bennett at his shop in Bushwick, Brooklyn and observed how he works to make some of the most beautiful bikes available today.

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Q: How did Weis Manufacturing get started?

Cole Bennett: “I started Weis MFG when I realized that bikes were my main passion. I decided to stop building frames as a hobby and to take the craft more seriously. Anything else I was doing felt like I was stealing time from developing the Weis brand.“

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Q: How is your shop set up? How does your shop differ from other bike shops or even other general metal fabrication shops?

CB: “My shop is set up for efficiency and precision — all of my tools and machines are organized around process and the smallest number of steps between operations. My shop is different from most metal shops because it is highly specialized — over the years we’ve made custom tooling and jigs that enable us to make some of the best handmade bikes in the world.”

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Q: What’s the biggest challenge you faced as a business over the past year? What about personally?

CB: The biggest challenge we faced as a business this last year was managing a big influx of orders on top of massive parts and materials shortages due to COVID.

Q: Where do you see your industry going next? What about your brand specifically?

CB: We are working on new materials, and using new technologies in our frames. We are also working on cross-pollinating with more artists and building out the apparel side of the brand.

Q: How do you balance being an entrepreneur and growing your business while building bikes and pushing their design?

CB: Not well! I would much rather be welding and working on new designs than doing taxes. I have been working on managing my time better and designating parts of the day for running the business vs. fabrication.

Invader Hi Steel Toe Work Boot

Cat Footwear

$125.00

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The Mehlville

The James Brand

$60.00

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Pima Short Classic Tee

Buck Mason

$35.00

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Hammer Road SL

Weis Manufacturing

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Joey Penna, Principal at Penna Construction

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Joey Penna is a principal at Penna Construction, a family-owned and operated company working with insulated concrete forms (ICF) and on specialized concrete projects. Penna works as a next-generation leader building the industry in more efficient and innovative ways. He runs some of the most experienced crews for installing ICF in Southern California, including hillside foundation and pour-in-place. We caught up with Penna to see firsthand how he runs his workplace and pick his brain on how he sees the future of construction evolving.

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Q: The Work/Occupation/Safety category is growing +51% YTD in US, and continues to grow globally. What advice would you give to someone looking to get involved in your industry?

Joey Penna: The advice I would give to future businesses looking to grow in the construction industry is to be involved with your employment. The tighter your ship is the better you will thrive through the storm. This industry is very dependent on a team effort to not only complete each project but to make sure everyone is safe and understanding of the consequences when things are done wrong.

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Q: Can you tell us a little more about Penna Construction’s initiative to create environmental concern, economic savings and education in energy conservation?

JP: The goal was always to present innovative, tried and true ideas or “solutions” in the construction world — whether it be sustainability, energy efficiency, fire protection or just improved structural strength for any natural disaster — built at an affordable cost. We believe it’s a standard that should be offered in today’s conventional market and not be for some, but for all.

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Q: Tell us more about your work with fireproof homes. With the weather changing constantly and fires being ever-present on the west coast, how are you evolving your business to meet that challenge?

JP: How we’re effectively combating our concerns is by bringing new and innovative materials to homeowners that limit the effects of fire damage, water damage or wind damage in any sort of natural weather occurrence. The way we’re creating a solution is by fiscally making it affordable for any new homeowner to allow the option between building a stick frame home or a concrete home at a competitive cost in addition to technology to reduce our energy footprint.

Q: Where do you see your industry going next? What about Penna Construction specifically?

JP: Where I see our industry going next is automation as well as new sustainable building material products. Given the shortage of labor, building is in need of major assistance to limit the labor involved, and the only way that will happen is innovation in design and installation — possibly using 3D printing or component-based designs. Material shortage due to a lack of resources will bring the industry to alternatives pushing us into renewable and more upcycled building materials for the future.

Excavator Superlite Waterproof Nano Toe Work Boot

Cat Footwear

$160.00

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Ranger Solid Pocket T-Shirt

Filson

$38.00

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XPH10Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 1/2″ Cordless Hammer Driver Drill

Makita

$105.00

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Polarized Remmy Unisex Retro Round Sunglasses

Raen

$170.00

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How Cat Footwear Is Supporting Workers

In response to the changing world of work, Cat Footwear is breaking new ground and evolving with it. Two of the brand’s latest boot releases are just two recent examples. The Invader is a work boot disrupting traditional work boot design. With a steel toe built into a chunky sneaker, it’s a re-mixed version of the brand’s recent best-selling casual shoe, the Intruder, and places an emphasis on incorporating style and function for today’s worker. Its unbeatable traction and engineered comfort is something that will keep you feeling good while on the job.

Then there’s the Excavator Superlite —a super-light, athletic-like work boot, designed with five-point toughness addressing workers’ complaints of heavy boots during long days on their feet. Like the Invader, it takes style into consideration but with an element of toughness.

These new products reflect Cat’s response to the change it sees in the workforce and its dedication to designing products that keep workers protected, comfortable and feeling good long after it’s time to call it a day.

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It’s Fall: Get Fleece, Stay Warm

Constructed of chunky, insulating sherpa fleece, this jacket from Alex Mill is a stylized modern version of a mountain classic. It is fully-lined with an additional layer of micro-fleece adding yet more insulating power and features dual zip side pockets, chest patch pocket, and a chrome zip closure.

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10 Important Military Watches from World War II

Though the move from pocket watch to wristwatch was accelerated by First World War, it was really during the Second World War that the idea of a dedicated watch for military use came into its own. Developments in Italy just prior to the breakout of hostilities led to the military dive watch, while the Germans advanced the design of the aviator’s watch and the Americans mass-produced infantrymen’s timepieces on an incredible scale. Of course, it was ultimately the Swiss whose neutrality during the war aided their ascendancy to global horological domination, a position they still enjoy today.

Here are some of the most notable military watches developed and used during the Second World War by countries around the world.

The A-11

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Housed in a positively diminutive (by today’s standards, anyway) 30-32mm case, the A-11 was manufactured by famed American watch companies Elgin, Waltham and Bulova according to a standard from the U.S. military. Mostly produced with black dials, white Arabic numerals and hands and 60-minute gradations, so many were made that the A-11 is sometimes referred to as “the watch that won that War.” Rarer white-dialed versions are sometimes seen, as well as examples issued to Commonwealth forces under the “6B” designation.

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The 6B/159

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Produced by Omega, Longines and Jaeger-LeCoultre for use by RAF pilots and navigators, these watches featured white or black dials, Arabic numerals, central seconds, non-luminous, blue steeled hands and cases fashioned from “Duralumin” — an alloy of aluminum, copper, magnesium and manganese — that were fitted with steel backs. Interestingly, in the mid-1950s, the Ministry of Defense re-cased some of the old Omega 30 T2 SC movements from the Omega variants in new, stainless steel cases and provided them new dials.

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The Wrist. Watch. Waterproof. (The “Dirty Dozen”)

Analog / Shift

Produced under contract to the British MoD, 150,000 of these watches were delivered to replace the various timepieces given the Army Trade Pattern designation. Contracted to 12 watch different companies — some of them big names in Swiss horology — they were delivered in late 1945, too late to see combat. Nonetheless, the Wrist. Watch. Waterproof. watches (which were only given their cinematic nickname by modern collectors much later) were built to high standards, with mechanical movements regulated to chronometer accuracy. Enough were produced that they can still be purchased today for a few thousand dollars.

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The A.T.P.

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Though often overlooked, the A.T.P. (“Army Trade Pattern”) watches, in addition to 6B/159 and certain other timepieces, were the true workhorses of British forces during WWII, not the more famous “Dirty Dozen.” These were watches produced by close to two-dozen Swiss manufacturers that all shared a similar feature set: 29-33mm chrome-plated or steel cases, a 15-jewel, manually wound movements, white or silver dials with luminous pip or baton indices and hands and central or sub-seconds. Produced in enormous quantities, they’re readily available on the secondary market today.

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The B-Uhren

Antiquorum

Watches are still produced today by myriad companies that take inspiration from this military classic. The Beobachtungsuhr (“observation watch”) was designed under specification from the German Luftfahrtministerium (air ministry) and manufactured by five companies: IWC, A. Lange & Söhne, Wempe, Lacher & Company/Durowe (Laco), and Walter Storz (Stowa). Two dial types, the A and B, were produced with slightly different layouts, and all were fitted into oversized, 55mm cases and were powered by handwound movements. The dial layouts, large onion crowns and utilitarian, no-nonsense looks of these watches has made them legendary in horological and military equipment circles.

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The Weems

Analog / Shift

Though originally developed in the 1930s by Lieutenant Commander Philip Van Horn Weems of the U.S. Navy and produced by Longines, the “Weems” navigation watch concept was later licensed to Omega, which produced roughly 2,000 pieces for use by RAF personnel. (Jaeger LeCoultre also produced their own version). These unique watches, though small in diameter (roughly 33.5mm) featured a novel screw-down bezel that was used to synch the watch to a radio signal for navigational accuracy. Confusingly, they were also given the 6B/159 designation.

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The Canteen Watch

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The “Canteen Watch” was produced by Hamilton and Elgin for the U.S. Bureau of Ships and issued to Underwater Demolition Teams personnel, whose job it was to clear harbors of obstructions and ordnance and to gather intelligence ahead of beach landings. They utilized manually-wound, central-seconds movements and featured a unique twist: a special screw-on cover over the crown connected to the watch case by a chain. This, in combination with a crystal that was soldered onto the case, was designed to prevent water incursion — an early, American attempt at a dedicated military dive watch.

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The Panerai Radiomir

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Panerai’s first Radiomir watches were developed in 1936, produced in a run of 10 pieces in 1938 and improved upon in 1940 with reinforced lugs. Featuring oversized cases with luminous “sandwich” dials illuminated by a radium compound, they were powered by, at first, the Rolex cal. 816 (a decorated Cortebert movement), and later, by the Angelus cal. 240, an 8-day movement. These early Radiomirs saw service by the Italian Marina Militaire, and especially by the Decima Flottiglia MAS, an elite naval special operations unit that utilized manned torpedoes to attack Allied shipping and military forces.

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The Fliegerchronograph

The Saleroom

Produced by Hanhart and Tutima in single and dual-pusher versions from 1939 and 1941, respectively, these aviation chronographs were earmarked for Luftwaffe personnel. Utilizing the cal. 41 from Hanhart, cal. 59 by Tutima (both dual-pusher designs) or the cal. 40 from Hanhart (single-pusher design), they featured nickel-plated brass cases, black dials with white Arabic numerals, central flyback seconds hands, 30-minute and running seconds counters and knurled rotating or smooth fixed bezels. A well-known, recognizable variant had a red-coated chronograph pusher, a design that’s still present in the modern Hanhart collection.

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The Seikosha Tensoku

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Seikosha, part of the Seiko group, produced different watches and clocks in the 1930s and 1940s for the Japanese military. The Tensoku (an abbreviation of tentai kansoku, meaning “astronomical observation”) was produced for pilots of the Mitsubishi A6M Zero, the aircraft infamous for its role in the attack on Pearl Harbor. Roughly analogous to Germany’s Beobachtungs-uhren, they featured oversized 48.5mm cases, manually wound movements, large onion crowns, Arabic numerical indices and coin-edge bezels.

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One of the Year’s Coolest Watches is Inspired by Australia

Counterbalancing Zenith’s vintage reissue watches is a side of the brand that’s purely contemporary, technical and edgy. We’re talking cutting-edge technologies and materials, a lot of angular facets and, yes, many skeletonized dials. (In a skeletonized dial, parts of the face have been cut away to reveal the movement beneath.) It’s the Defy collection, and this is the base upon which Australian website Time+Tide has built a new limited edition collaboration watch with Zenith — but how do you spice up an already quite spicy watch?

Called the “Night Surfer,” the Time+Tide edition is based specifically on the Defy Classic. One of the collection’s most (relatively) accessible lines, the Classic offers only time and date rather than the more complicated and expensive chronograph functions that Zenith is famous for and that feature on many Defy watches. Simple functionality, however, doesn’t mean a simple watch: The cases are refined and complex, often rendered in exotic materials, and they contain in-house movements that have been finished and skeletonized for your viewing pleasure.

The Zenith Defy Classic Skeleton Night Surfer Time+Tide Edition watch

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Another feature common in the Defy collection is a skeletonized dial with a stylized star shape to reference the brand’s logo. The Time+Tide edition maintains all of these core traits but tweaks them in ways that offer something new and different: Firstly, the 41mm case (along with the bracelet) is in dark gray titanium, in a fully bead-blasted matte finish. The muted texture of the case should provide a nice contrast against which the blue can stand out.

Look closely and you’ll notice that the dial — or what’s left of it — isn’t a uniform blue but rather a gradient that fades vertically from dark to light. The concept is said to be inspired by dusk (as seen by Australian night surfers), while the Zenith star logo is rendered in solid Super-LumiNova (“lume”) to reference the Southern Hemisphere’s “evening star.” With hands and indices also featuring plenty of lume, this Zenith Defy model is highly legible despite the distracting skeletonized dial.

Many of these features appear for the first time for the brand or the collection — and are of course unique in combination. “As a watch journalist, the very words ‘Limited Edition’, can bring on a sigh that starts deep in your soul,” says Time+Tide founder Andrew McUtchen, but “we’re hoping to counter this fatigue” with exciting watches like the Night Surfer. The Zenith Defy Classic “Night Surfer” Time+Tide Edition is limited to only 100 examples and is available from the Time+Tide shop or Zenith boutiques for a price of $9,000.

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Flannel-Lined Jeans You Can Wear Through Winter

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There are few garments more ubiquitous than a pair of jeans. Built to handle rigorous workplaces, rock shows and everything in-between, a solid pair of denim five-pocket dungarees can withstand most everything while being, especially once broken in, pretty damn comfortable. Maybe that’s why people still wear jeans almost 150 years after they were invented. (Hint: It is.) As pervasive as the pants are, however, you’d find it difficult to spot a pair in the dead of winter.

The fabric is far too breathable. But, there’s hope. Ever heard of flannel-lined jeans? They’re just what the name implies: jeans lined with soft, warm flannel. Find a few of our favorites versions of the invention below.

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our pick

Flannel-Lined Double L Jeans

These high-heat jeans are more than the sum of its parts (which are pretty good parts to begin with). The brushed cotton flannel is baby-soft on the skin and is as warm as your favorite flannel shirt. It’s not a coincidence that Mr. Bean’s flannel shirts also made our best-of list here. Marry that with a dense 14-ounce cotton denim and you’ve got the quintessential winter jean.

an upgrade

Hillgard Lined Jean

OK. Shhhhh. Don’t freak out. These aren’t flannel-lined. They do, however, boast a liner made from organic cotton. It’s equally as soft, a bit lighter overall and plenty stylish. Plus, if you roll your jeans but don’t want contrasting flannel at your foot, these look like your usual blue jeans.

an affordable alternative

Fleece Lined Jean

Lee’s flat $50 dollar Fleece Lined Jeans come in four washes, each with their own contrasting liner. It isn’t patterned flannel, but it’s still plenty plush.

Flannel Lined Jean

Carhartt combines an all-cotton face with a nice flannel, pushing the total fabric weight to nearly 19 ounces, which is plenty of beef to keep you warm through the worst of winter.

Warming 5-Pocket Lined Jeans

You can always count on Dickies to deliver well-built staples. That includes jeans for winter. These jeans are made with 100 percent cotton denim that’s lined with an all-cotton flannel fabric.

Flannel-Lined Flex Jeans

Eddie Bauer

Eddie Bauer’s entry into the winter wonderland of warm jeans is these flannel-lined beauties. The denim has just the right amount of stretch and is available in an all-new black wash.

Ballroom Double Flex Lined Jeans

Duluth Trading Co.

Duluth’s Ballroom Jeans are basic, albeit fairly nice, faded jeans. They come with the classic red buffalo check flannel on the inside and four-way stretch throughout — even in the flannel.

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Today’s Best Deals: Air Purifier Savings, a Deal on Bowflex’s Adjustable Kettlebell & More

Welcome to Deals of Note, where Gear Patrol captures all the best deals of the day. You can also visit GearPatrol.com/Deals for constant updates on the latest deals discovered by our team.

EDITOR’S PICKS

The most rare or exceptional deals picked by Gear Patrol’s product experts.

Staub 7qt. Round Cocotte

Williams Sonoma

~~$514~~ $290 (44%)

Staub’s enameled cast iron is versatile, distributes heat evenly, and works with any heat source, including induction. This is one of our favorite pieces of cookware.

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Blueair Blue Pure 211+ Air Purifier

Amazon

~~$340~~ $300 (12% OFF)

If you’re sneezing and sniffling right now, you’re not alone. Fall can be a difficult time for those with allergies. Curtail the hay fever with a purifier that curbs all of the worst allergens in your home.

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Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell

Amazon

~~$199~~ $149 (25% OFF)

Bowflex isn’t just the maker of a big awkward home gym anymore — the brand has released some of the best gear for working out at home that we’ve seen in a while, including this adjustable kettlebell set.

READ A REVIEW OF BOWFLEX’S KETTLEBELL

Adidas Terrex Free Hiker Primeblue Hiking Shoes

Adidas

~~$200~~ $140 (30% OFF W/ CODE BUYMORE)

Rarely on sale, the Terrex Free Hiker is an excellent shoe for stomping around the city or venturing onto the trail, owing to its comfy Ultraboost midsole and Continental soles, which provide excellent traction.

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Sonos One 2-Room Set

Sonos

~~$438~~ $419 (4% OFF)

This entry-level smart speaker is equipped with Wi-Fi and can be controlled through the Sonos App. Great anywhere in your house, it’s also humidity resistant so you can rock out in the bathroom. Grab two and save $19.

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RARE DEAL

Our Place Always Pan

~~$145~~ $115 (21% OFF)

The internet’s favorite pan features a modular design that includes a detachable wooden spatula, domed lid and a nesting steamer tray. This thing can cook anything you want, from sauces to omelets.

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J.Crew Trucker Stretch Corduroy Jacket

J. Crew

~~$128~~ $77 (40% OFF W/ CODE GOBIG)

A trucker jacket is a fit for any guy’s wardrobe and this one, made from comfortable stretch corduroy, is the workhorse you need for fall.

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Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Blender

Williams Sonoma

~~$600~~ $550 (20% OFF)

The Vitamix A3500 is one of the brand’s best-sellers and accomplishes everything you’d expect out of a Vitamix.

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LOWEST PRICE EVER

Apple AirPods Max

Amazon

~~$549~~ $449 (18% OFF)

With high-quality construction and the elite sound quality you’d expect from Apple headphones, these are some of the best out there. This is also one of the lowest prices we’ve seen, so pick them up at this price while you can.

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Levi’s Sherpa Trucker Jacket

~~$98~~ $56 (43% OFF)

The trucker jacket has been part of the style zeitgeist for decades and doesn’t look to be going anywhere. Type III trucker style and a fuzzy sherpa lining join forces to make a jacket you will want to wear every day.

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Apple MagSafe Charger

~~$39~~ $34 (13% OFF)

MagSafe is the future of charging, so pick one up while it’s on sale. It can charge any iPhone 8 or later, as well as AirPods models with a wireless charging case. It also charges faster than wired chargers and older wireless chargers.

READ ABOUT THE BEST MAGSAFE ACCESSORIES FOR iPHONE

Apple AirPods Pro

~~$249~~ $179 (28% OFF)

Apple’s newest AirPod earbuds are the best yet, complete with active noise canceling and adaptive EQ. This is also one of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen.

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HOME & FURNITURE DEALS

Humanscale World One Home Office Chair

raymourflanigan.com

Crate and Barrel Tate Dining Table

crateandbarrel.com

~~$599~~ $399 (34% off)

What looks better: your meal or this dining table?

Mason Coffee Table

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Blu Dot Stash Desk

bludot.com

$~~499~~ $399 (20% off)

Desks haven’t looked this good, well, ever.

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Hay About A Chair 22 Armchair

us.hay.com

$~~499~~ $399 (20% off)

So you want to talk About A Chair.

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Allswell The Allswell Mattress (Queen)

allswellhome.com

$375.00

$~~375~~ $319 (15% off)

You snooze, you lose. You buy on sale, you win.

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Oliverson Contemporary Leather Sofa

wayfair.com

$~~2,562~~ $1,300 (49% off)

Haven’t you always wanted a leather couch?

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Gravity Weighted Blanket

gravityblankets.com

$156.00

Zinus Shalini Upholstered Platform Bed Frame

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Tuft & Needle Original Queen Adaptive Foam Mattress

amazon.com

$~~895~~ $806 (10% off)

A mattress that’ll make you hit snooze more often.

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Schoolhouse Cotton Pinstripe Throw

schoolhouse.com

$119.00

$~~119~~ $107 (10% off)

If a rug ties the room together, what does a throw tie together?

West Elm Sun-Kissed Landscape Rug (5’x8′)

westelm.com

$140.00

$~~315~~ $252 (20% off)

Your bare floors could use a rug.

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OUTDOOR DEALS

SOG Sync I Traveler

Woot

~~$55~~ $25 (55% OFF)

This multi-tool has nine different tools, including pliers, scissors and more. The best thing about this is that its TSA-compliant, meaning you can take it with you wherever you go.

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Patagonia Planing Divider Backpack

~~$119~~ $71 (40% OFF)

Designed to keep wet gear away from your dry gear, but still ideal for everyday adventures, the Planing Divider Backpack from Patagonia is the bag you need if you spend your mornings on the water.

READ ABOUT THE BEST WATER-RESISTANT BACKPACKS

The North Face Back-To-Berkeley Redux Remtlz Lux

~~$135~~ $95 (30% OFF)

These retro-inspired boots call back to the early days of The North Face, combining heritage looks with modern comfort to be a boot you will look good in all winter long.

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L.L.Bean Northwoods Wool Jacket

~~$150~~ $50 (66% OFF)

At a quick glance, this may appear to be your typical fleece jacket. It is actually 70% wool, one of the best thermoregulating materials you can buy. It combines the ruggedness and warmth of wool with good looks to be your go-to jacket for fall and winter.

READ ABOUT THE BEST WOOL SWEATERS

Moosejaw x Mystery Ranch Collab Steffen Backpack

~~$99~~ $74 (25% OFF)

Made with double-coated 1000D Cordura nylon and a laptop sleeve that can hold a 15-inch computer, this versatile bag is durable, spacious and ready for any adventure you can throw at it.

READ ABOUT THE BEST TACTICAL BACKPACKS

Carhartt Quilted Flannel Lined Sandstone Active Jacket

~~$110~~ $55 (50% OFF)

This is a rare deal on the perfect Carhartt jacket for fall and winter. It is made from durable duck cotton and lined with quilted flannel for warmth — everything you need for the most adventurous days in the outdoors.

READ ABOUT THE BEST FIELD JACKETS

Teva Ember Moc

~~$100~~ $50 (50% OFF)

If you’ve been looking for the perfect winter slippers, for adventures to the cabin or brisk mornings emerging from your tent, these are the ones.

READ ABOUT THE BEST SLIPPERS

Mammut Trion Nordwand 38L Backpack

~~$170~~ $119 (30% OFF)

Designed for the toughest of alpine trips, this backpack from Mammut is made with all of the bells and whistles you need: ripstop fabric, loops and carry options for your snow gear and a rolltop.

READ ABOUT THE BEST HIKING SHOES

Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket

~~$299~~ $164 (45% OFF)

The Micro Puff’s lightweight warmth and wind resistance make it ideal for cool autumn nights and mornings as well as mountain adventures, too. It is also an excellent layering piece for deep winter.

READ ABOUT THE BEST SYNTHETIC DOWN JACKETS

Petzl Bindi Headlamp

Moosejaw

~~$45~~ $34 (25% OFF)

Perfect for early morning and late evening running or for keeping handy for weekend camping trips, this lightweight, minimal headlamp from Petzl is the versatile piece you need for any adventure.

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Proof Graphene Down Jacket

Huckberry

~~$168~~ $101 (40% OFF W/ CODE GRAPHENE)

Lined with super durable and thermoregulating Graphene fiber, this down jacket is an ideal everyday down jacket for winter, whether you’re layering for the slopes or walking to work.

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Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer

REI

~~$75~~ $52 (31% OFF)

Perfect as a first layer for all of your cold-weather adventures or just by itself, this merino tee from Smartwool will keep you dry and comfortable year-round, hot or cold.

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The North Face Saikuru Vest

Backcountry

~~$179~~ $72 (60% OFF)

This is probably one of the best deals you’ll find on an insulated puffer for fall and winter. Not only is it warm, but it has DWR to keep you dry when it starts to drizzle on you.

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The North Face Flyweight Packing Cubes

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~~$69~~ $44 (36% OFF)

One of the most important things when packing — whether for a month-long vacation or a weekend backpacking trip — is efficiency. These packing cubes from The North Face are some of the best around.

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Merrell Ontario Waterproof Boot

Nordstrom

~~$170~~ $85 (50% OFF)

As the seasons change, waterproof boots become essential. Whether you’re just splashing through puddles or shoveling snow in the winter, you’ll be glad you have a pair of boots like this.

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The North Face Retro Denali Jacket

The North Face

~~$220~~ $154 (30% OFF)

This icon from The North Face will literally never go out of style — this version is updated with a new fit but still has all of the classic details that make it great.

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FITNESS DEALS

Lululemon Engineered Warmth Long Sleeve Crew

~~$148~~ $89 (40% OFF)

This seamless, 3D-engineered merino wool-blend long sleeve is the ideal technical layer for chilly fall workouts.

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TriggerPoint CHARGE VIBE Foam Roller

~~$99.99~~ $57.50 (42% OFF)

Recover from workouts faster with this high-tech foam roller. Opposing ridges stretch muscles, and the adjustable vibration accelerates recovery.

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Marine Layer Sport Yoga Short – 7″

~~$172~~ $46.98 (35% OFF)

Technical workout shorts, delivered in a comfortable and casual package. Four-way stretch and moisture wicking properties keep you cool from yoga to morning runs.

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Nike React Infinity Run Flyknit 2

~~$160~~ $105.97 (33% OFF)

A breathable Flyknit upper, higher foam in the sole and a wider forefoot all come together in this shoe for a supportive and comfortable running experience.

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Hyperice Hypervolt Plus

~~$399~~ $329 (19% OFF)

The Hypervolt Plus comes with 30% more power than the original,  a patented pressure sensor with three levels, and supreme quietness while functioning, all in a sleek package.

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BodyBoss Home Gym 2.0

~~$179~~ $109.95 (39% OFF)

With this portable option, you can achieve an upper body workout, lower body workout, cardio resistance boxing workout and body part focus, anywhere you go.

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TRX GO Suspension Trainer

~~$129.95~~ $89.99 (31% OFF)

Exercise anywhere with this portable gym that weighs less than a pound. The TRX Go kit includes a suspension training strap, indoor and outdoor anchors, two workout guides, a training poster, a mesh bag, and access to the TRX Training Club app.

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STYLE DEALS

Flint and Tinder Speckle Fleece Pullover Hoodie

Astorflex Ettoflex

~~$180~~ $126 (30% off)
Like Clarks but made in Italy.
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Raen Remmy

~~$170~~ $119 (30% off)
Protect your eyes in the fall and winter, too.
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J.Crew Double-Weave Shirt

Knickerbocker Truckee Jacket

Huckberry

Timex x Todd Snyder Mod Watch

Nike Drop Type ’70s Sneaker

~~$90~~ $49 (45% off)
Modern riffs on classics.
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Flint and Tinder French Terry Sweatpants

Wellen Dawn Patrol 1/2 Zip Pullover

Raen Aren Sunglasses

Flint and Tinder Indigo Waffle Trucker Jacket

Wellen Easy Lounge Pant

WATCH DEALS

Timex Mk1 Aluminum

~~$89~~ $39 (56% off)

Everyone’s favorite basic outdoor watch.

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Seiko 5 Sports Macy’s Edition

~~$295~~ $212.40 (28% off)

Use promo code “FALL”

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Huckberry x Timex “Cola” Sport Watch Limited Edition

~~$189~~ $132 (30% off)

The classic “Coke” colors.

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Marathon MSAR Automatic

Casio Databank Calculator Watch

Seiko Presage SRPF53

Seiko

~~$525~~ $378 (28% off)

Use promo code “FALL”

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Skagen Signatur

~~$115~~ $80.50 (30% off)

Simple, affordable fashion.

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Casio G-Shock GW6900-1

Casio

~~$130~~ $83 (36% off)

Tough Solar is what you want in a tough G-Shock.

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Apple Watch Series 6 Aluminum

Timex x Todd Snyder Mod

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~~$138~~ $45 (67% off)

Hella savings on a stylish watch.

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Timex x Todd Snyder Military Watch

~~~~$138~~ $60 (56% off)~~

Everyone needs a field watch.

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Bulova Lunar Pilot

Bulova

Seiko Prospex “Monster” PADI Edition SRPE27

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AirTag vs Tile: What’s the Difference?

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Tile has been the dominant force in tiny Bluetooth trackers for years, but it has major competition now that Apple’s AirTags are on the scene. Both Bluetooth trackers do essentially the same thing: they attach to your personal belongings (like a keychain, backpack or bike) and allow you to find them if they get lost or stolen. There are a few major differences between Tile’s trackers and AirTags, however, which can be broken down into three categories: variety, ecosystem, community and close proximity tracking.

First, variety. Tile has been around for years and makes a number of different sized and shaped Bluetooth trackers, which gives you the flexibility to stick one to a remote, slip one into your wallet or attach one to your keychain. While being new to the category, Apple only offers one kind of AirTag. And you also need to buy an accessory for each AirTag you buy.

Second, ecosystem. The big advantage of AirTags is that they work with the Find My app, which lives natively on every iPhone, so you can track it down the same way you’ve been able to track your lost iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac or Apple Watch for years. Tile trackers require you have download and use a separate app, which doesn’t seem like a huge disadvantage, but it is a barrier to entry. On the flip side, a Tile tracker can work with an Android or an iPhone. AirTags are iPhone (or another Apple device) or bust.

Third, community. Both Tile and AirTags use Bluetooth, meaning that you need to be within Bluetooth range (roughly 150 feet) of your tracker for it to appear on the app. If not, you can turn on a “lost mode” within the Tile or Find My apps and then any strangers’ smartphone that comes within Bluetooth range of your tracker can help you locate it. The catch is that for Tile trackers that stranger’s phone also needs to have the Tile app downloaded. And for AirTags it requires that stranger to have an iPhone. This is a big advantage for AirTags because a lot more people have iPhones than have the Tile app downloaded.

Finally, close proximity tracking. The other big advantage of AirTags is that they feature Ultra-Wideband technology, which enables what Apple calls “Precision Finding.” Effectively, when you get in really close proximity of your tracker, an arrow will appear on your Find My app that’ll direct you to the exact location of your AirTag. The catch is that you need to have an iPhone with a U1 chip (so iPhone 11 or later). No Tile tracker has Ultra-Wideband technology yet, but that’s going to change in “early 2022” while it releases Tile Ultra.

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Tile Sticker

Price: $30/each or $55/2-pack

The Tile Sticker is the smallest of Tile’s Bluetooth trackers — and the one that looks closest to Apple’s AirTag. It’s unique because, as the name suggests, you can stick it to any item. Tile released a refreshed model of the Sticker in late 2021, giving it better range, better battery life and better water resistance.

Works with both Android smartphones and iPhones.
Tile makes a wide variety of trackers.
You don’t need to buy an accessory for your tracker.

No Ultra-Wideband technology (yet).
Tile ecosystem not as vast as Apple’s ecosystem.

Apple AirTag

Price: $29/each or $99/4-pack

Apple’s AirTags can be attached to any of your personal items so that they are then discoverable in your iPhone’s app. The can track your items via Bluetooth and Ultra-Wideband technology.

Works with Apple’s vast ecosystem of Find My devices.
Better closer proximity tracking thanks to Precision Finding.
You can get your AirTag engraved for free if you order from Apple.

Each AirTag requires you to buy an accessory.
Precision Finding requires you to have a newer iPhone (iPhone 11 or later).
Only works with Apple devices.

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Mazda Has a Cool New SUV Coming. Here’s What It May Look Like

Mazda has some big changes coming as part of their Sustainable Zoom Zoom 2030 plans — and yes, that is the actual name. The brand announced part of the first phase of that project last week, with Mazda launching three all-new SUVs in the U.S. market by 2023.

Mazda will unveil the first new SUV, the CX-50, in November — but we may already have a pretty good idea of what that will look like. Motor1 found what appear to be Mazda patent photos detailing a new SUV that may be the new Mazda CX-50.

What do we know about the new CX-50? It will be a two-row midsize crossover and run on the same small car platform as the CX-30 and Mazda 3. Mazda suggests it will be a bit more rugged than the CX-5, noting that it will feature “enhanced all-wheel drive capabilities” and “functionality for consumers with outdoor active lifestyles.” The CX-50 will start production in January 2022, although the CX-5 will stay in production alongside it.

That CX-50 description sounds like a strong-seller for Mazda. About half of Mazda customers currently buy a CX-5. An option to buy a slightly bigger version of that with more off-road capability (currently the biggest trend in the industry) would undoubtedly go down well.

Mazda will follow the CX-50 with two larger SUVs: a two-row CX-70 and a three-row CX-90 to replace the current CX-9. Both crossovers will use a new large vehicle platform (one that, like the next Mazda 6, is expected to be rear-wheel-drive-based) and offer plug-in hybrid versions.

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Love Watches? Don’t Miss This Big Event in NYC

Hear ye, hear ye, watch collectors, enthusiasts and the horologically curious: one of the biggest watch shows in the United States is returning in 2021. WatchTime New York will once again be an in-person event after having gone digital in 2020, and no watch lover in the area will want to miss it. The website and magazine WatchTime will host 28 brands, retailers and many guests on Saturday, October 23 and Sunday, October 24 at Gotham Hall in Midtown Manhattan. It’s the place to be for any watch fan who can make it.

What happens at a watch show? Brands big and small will present their newest releases, many of which you may not have previously had a chance to see in person. You’ll also get to interact with watch brand representatives, retailers, collectors and those who generally share an interest in watches. There’ll be new models and collections on display from the likes of Grand Seiko, A. Lange & Söhne, Zenith, Oris, G-Shock and more.

Watch brands confirmed to participate in the WatchTime 2021 event.

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In addition to checking out the new watches, you can enjoy panel discussions with industry experts on topics like women’s watches in 2021; the popularity of steel watches; what’s changed in watches since 2019; and other topics. In many ways, it’ll be like a really big watch meetup, and it’s sure to be a hoot. You can get tickets now for $30 per day and learn more about the schedule, exhibitors and panels at the WatchTime Events website.

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These Are Some of the Most Affordable GMT Watches

For many years, a well built GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) watch, which can tell the time in multiple time zones, was expensive and difficult to come by. Sure, there was always the ubiquitous Rolex GMT Master I and II, but prices for these have been steadily skyrocketing in virtually all iterations, and GMT complications from other Swiss brands were similarly expensive.

The landscape today is very different, however. These days, boutique watch brands have capitalized on the popularity of the GMT and the relative plentifulness of GMT-based Swiss movements, and are developing watches that offer multiple time zones at a fraction of the cost of a Rolex or similar watch. This isn’t to say that you should buy a modern GMT Master II if you’d like one and can afford one (and can find one), but there are now plenty of more affordable options.

From quartz Citizen to Swiss-made microbrand offerings, these are some of the most affordable GMT watches available right now.

Victorinox Field Force GMT

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$375.00

You can get into a Swiss GMT watch for under $400. This Victorniox won’t have the same prestige as your GMT Master II, but it’s got a sleek, utilitarian black dial with the distinctive Swiss Army branding, a 42mm case, a date window and 100m of water resistance. With a quartz movement to keep it robust and affordable, this may be the perfect option for the budget traveler.
Diameter: 42mm
Movement: Quartz
Water Resistance: 100m

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Citizen Promaster Eco-Drive GMT

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$394.02

If you want to take your GMT watch into the water and not worry about it, but also don’t want to spend a ton o’ moolah, this Eco Drive from Citizen could be your best bet. It’s admittedly large (44mm), but it’s got a colorful style, serious dive-equipment vibe going on, and the battery should outlast you, given that it charges via sunlight.
Diameter: 44mm
Movement: Citizen Eco-Drive solar quartz
Water Resistance: 200m

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Alpina Seastrong Diver GMT Quartz

alpinawatches.com

$795.00

A step up in terms of fit and finish from the previous two entries, the Seastrong Diver GMT from Alpina is available in multiple dial and bezel colors and features a 44mm x 12.45mm steel case with a black coating, rotating bezel, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and quartz movement. These military-inspired dive watches will look great on a variety of straps, and the black dial/black bezel variant especially has a rugged feel.
Diameter: 44mm
Movement: Alpina AL-247 quartz
Water Resistance: 300m

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Maen Greenwich 38 GMT

maenwatches.com

$750.00

If you can find a stronger value for a Swiss automatic GMT, please, let us know. For almost half the price of most of its competition, the Maen Greenwich GMT (reviewed here) not only offers all the features you’d expect of much more expensive watches, but a solid build and a cool, versatile design — available in several interesting variations. At 38mm, it’s wearable as hell, too. We’re impressed and can only scratch our heads at how the brand can offer such value.

Diameter: 38mm
Movement: SwissTech S24-045 automatic
Water Resistance: 100m

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Yema Superman Worldtime GMT Steel

yema.com

$1,190.00

A GMT-equipped variation of Yema’s flagship dive watch, the Superman, this Worldtime GMT features a “maxi” dial meaning its indices are emphasized for maximum legibility and just a cool-ass look. With 300m of water resistance and the brand’s own in-house developed and assembled automatic movement powering it, you’re looking at a hell of a value and a versatile enough appeal to be the one watch you own.
Diameter: 39mm or 41mm
Movement: Yema 3000 automatic
Water Resistance: 300m

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Mido Ocean Star GMT

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$1,190.00

For a solid, refined dive watch from an established Swiss brand for not a ton of cash, you’re not going to find a better automatic GMT than this. As part of the Swatch Group, Mido has access to the excellent 80-hour-power-reserve automatic movement from its sister company ETA. The Ocean Start GMT is kind of a whopper in size at 44mm, but you’ll find that it’s exceedingly well built for the money.

Diameter: 44mm
Movement: ETA C07.621 automatic
Water Resistance: 200m

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Farer GMT Bezel Automatic

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£1,475.00

Built around the Sellita SW330 automatic movement and offering a rotating 24-hour bezel with colors indicating day and night, the GMT Bezel collection from Farer offers the microbrand value we love, decent water resistance and the brand’s signature vibrant look. The GMT Bezel is handsome, sleek, and with its eye-popping dial colors, perhaps the perfect summer travel watch. (It’s also available in different colorways, each offering a fresh and unique look for the same price).
Diameter: 40.5mm
Movement: Sellita SW330-1 Top Grade automatic
Water Resistance: 100

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Converter Auto GMT

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$1,495.00

Admittedly a large watch at 44mm, the Khaki Aviation Converter GMT is powered by the H-14 automatic movement and features a slide rule scale on the bezel for all manner of calculations. Also available on a leather strap for $1,445, the Converter is a versatile take on the pilot’s GMT a là Breitling’s famous Navitimer.
Diameter: 46mm
Movement: Hamilton H-14 (ETA C07.111 base) automatic
Water Resistance: 100m

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Monta Atlas

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$1,950.00

One of our favorite timepieces from Baselworld 2019, the Atlas is no-nonsense, American-designed, Swiss-made GMT. Available in numerous dial colors and strap options, the Atlas perfectly straddles the line between sport and everyday watch, and it’s got 150m of water resistance, to boot. With its highly considered design, striking dial and comfortable bracelet, it’s worth every penny.
Diameter: 38.5mm
Movement: ETA 2893-2 automatic
Water Resistance: 150m

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The Most Comfortable and Innovative Fitness Gear of October 2021 is Here

Fall fitness can be a fickle friend. When searching for activewear, shoes, accessories and outerwear that can ride the thin line of fluctuating temperatures that characterize this season, one has to keep multiple variables in mind: cool, crisp mornings that demand layers, which segue into blazing hot afternoons where a thin t-shirt and shorts will do, which crash right back into chilly evenings that necessitate long layers.

Take Your Home Workouts to the Next Level with This Bike

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Sick of your home workouts and need something to kick it up a notch? Look no further than the MYX II. This professional-grade stationary bike comes with a heart rate monitor and a sleek, interactive touchscreen tablet. One of the most affordable bikes on the market, it delivers 1-on-1 coaching with a focus on heart rate improvement. Your trainers will guide you to achieve your specific goals based on three heart rate zones calibrated just for you. Leading with your heart minimizes your risk of fatigue and overworking, so your workouts are sustainable and you can better avoid injury. With all workout types available, including rides, strength training, yoga, stretching and HIIT, there is something for everyone in the family. Check out the MYX II below and start riding.

Price: $1,399

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Ten Thousand x Rich Roll Far Collection

Ten Thousand

An eco-friendly running apparel capsule, designed in collaboration with endurance athlete, author and podcaster Rich Roll? This must be what dreams are made of. Welcome the Ten Thousand x Rich Roll Far Collection into your outdoor wardrobe this season. The Far Collection includes a recycled-nylon, moisture-wicking lined short, highly breathable short and long-sleeve run shirts designed to combat chafing and a running beanie made from EcoVero Viscose. The entire collection is GRS-certified vegan, Bluesign approved and infused with an eco-friendly Polygiene Biostatic permanent anti-odor treatment.

Price: $38 – $78

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Reebok x National Geographic Sneaker

Reebok

This new iteration of a hugely popular sneaker by Reebok x National Geographic is another step in the direction of sustainable and ethical footwear. The Nano X1 Vegan employs a plant-based version of Flexweave knit, along with a Floatride Energy Foam made with castor bean oil that provides cushioning underfoot. The sneaker’s design is inspired by sea ice between Canada and Greenland — and the plants that are able to survive in the remote and harsh environment. The Nano X1 Vegan also contains a QR code on the tongue that takes the viewer to the icy world that inspired these kicks, through 360 videos.

Price: $130

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Mobility Wall Smooth Roller

Mobility Wall

The Smoother Roller is a new kind of foam roller, innovating how we recover from workouts. Built for those just getting into foam rolling, or who are looking for a low-intensity experience, the Smooth Roller comes with a smooth split foam roller for low-impact recovery, as well as a small ball attachment that targets smaller muscle areas with high intensity.

Price: $99

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Satisfy Short Distance 8″ Shorts

Satisfy

Transport yourself to the American Southwest with Satisfy’s newest collection, inspired by the arid landscapes of the region. We’ve got our eye on the Short Distance 8″ Shorts in particular, which pair a Tech-Silk exterior with Satisfy’s proprietary Justice silk liner to maximize comfort, breathability, performance and unbeatable weight. A double waistband, sweat-proof back zipper pocket, reflective print, mini carabiner and detachable exterior tag round out the performance short.

Price: $255

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New Balance TCS NYC Marathon PMV Shutter Speed Jacket

New Balance

This fall release from New Balance is for the runners out there who want a stylish, dependable jacket to wear during chillier runs. Keeping the needs of runners in mind, the jacket includes details like New Balance’s wind-resistant Wind-Defy fabric, which features a unique blue-green reflective sheen that enhances visibility, as well as a touchscreen-friendly front pocket that allows for phone control without having to fumble around with zippers. The removable hood allows for customization on the go.

Price: $234.99

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Rhone Bowie Windbreaker

Rhone

Most of Rhone’s Fall ’21 releases are style-focused, but this windbreaker is the standout technical exception. The Bowie mixes distilled style with useful features like ultralight ripstop fabric for the body, a mesh interior lining, front pockets with velcro closures for easy opening, and a ventilated back yoke to keep air flow to a maximum. It’s lightweight, style forward and perfect for your next run.

Price: $168

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TRX Gravity Cast Kettlebells

TRX

New for fall, TRX took the kettlebell and gave it some much-needed upgrades, like a wider handle, flat-base design and a powder coat finish, all for greater maneuverability and comfort. The process of gravity casting offers more dimensional accuracy, a smoother surface and improved mechanical properties, compared to other methods of production.

Price: $24.95

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Iffley Road Windsor Running Tights

Iffley Road

Iffley Road’s newest collection is as nice on the eyes as it is on a run. Made up of a selection of light layers, long sleeves, jackets and tights, the new fall releases carry on the brand’s tradition of streamlined, gorgeous silhouettes made to perform. Our standout pick is the Windsor Running Tights Night Sky, which feature four-way stretch for flexibility, compression for support and a zippered back pocket for storage on the go.

Price: $136

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Alo Highline Hoodie in Varsity Cardinal

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Activewear behemoth Alo released their newest collection, Varsity Cardinal, this October. The collection brings together Alo’s favorite pieces, like the Highline Hoodie, Repeat Running Jacket and 5″Adapt Running Short, in a cabernet-inspired dark red colorway. We like the Highline for its simple, soft and durable design. Get fall ready with this rich new hue.

Price: $118

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Frame Fitness Reformer

Frame

Home workouts are about to get a whole lot better. Say hello to Frame, an at-home, digitally-connected Pilates reformer designed to take your workout to the next level. Modern design, superior engineering and enhanced connectivity come together in one package. Say goodbye to expensive memberships and inconvenient class times, and hello to the evolution of at-home fitness machinery.

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Ibex Woolies Tech Long Sleeve Crew

Ibex

Nothing makes or breaks a cold-weather run quite like a base layer. Ibex’s new Woolies Tech Long Sleeve Crew may look simple, but don’t judge a layer by its cover. Merino wool regulates temperature and wicks away moisture, while durable nylon stands up to wear and tear and provides just the right amount of stretch. Wear it running, or running errands, and keep the cold at bay.

Price: $105

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Take Your Home Workouts to the Next Level with This Bike

Sick of your home workouts and need something to kick it up a notch? Look no further than the MYX II. This professional-grade stationary bike comes with a heart rate monitor and a sleek, interactive touchscreen tablet. One of the most affordable bikes on the market, it delivers 1-on-1 coaching with a focus on heart rate improvement. Your trainers will guide you to achieve your specific goals based on three heart rate zones calibrated just for you. Leading with your heart minimizes your risk of fatigue and overworking, so your workouts are sustainable and you can better avoid injury. With all workout types available, including rides, strength training, yoga, stretching and HIIT, there is something for everyone in the family. Check out the MYX II below and start riding.

Price: $1,399

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Season Three’s Popular Hiking Boots Come in Three New Colors

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We’re big fans of Season Three’s Ultralight Hiking Boot, a design inspired by classic European heritage hiking footwear. It fuses the comfortability of a sneaker with the practicality of something far more durable while balancing both streetwear and slope aesthetics. Needless to say, it ticks all the right boxes.

And now, before even releasing a second style (yes, this boot is all they sell), they’ve released an updated version of their original boot. Addressing comfort, color and performance, Season Three added an Ortholite insole to the heel, stronger hardware and laces to the upper and a new and improved waterproof membrane to the exterior, making the boot better for long days and rough terrain alike — for longer, too.

Find The Ultralight Hiking Boot in three fall-ready hues: Burnt Orange, Forest Green and Caffé (in order how they appear below). These are available on top of the four colorways they already sell: Black, Grey, Navy and Sand.

Season Three Ultralight Hiking Boot

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Burnt Orange

The Ultralight Hiking Boot

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Forest Green

The Ultralight Hiking Boot

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Caffé

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These Hiking Boots Broke My Sneaker Addiction

New York-based brand Season Three may only have one shoe in its catalogue, but it’s already hitting its stride.

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The Spectacular Desert Rock Hotel By Oppenheim Architecture And TRSDC To Open In 2023

People may hold different views when it comes to countries in the Middle East. It’s a shame how certain variables paint the region negatively. Nevertheless, there’s a lot of untapped potential overshadowed by the wrong publicity. Oppenheim Architecture is currently working on the Desert Rock hotel as part of The Red Sea Project.

This remarkable project is just one of the many already underway. It aims to encourage local and international travelers to visit Saudi Arabia. This joint venture between the Miami-based design group and The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) hopes to highlight the natural beauty of the country.

Furthermore, the team is approaching this ambitious endeavor with sustainability in mind. According to the fundamentals of engineering, the foundation is a crucial element of every structure. For the Desert Rock hotel, even the most advanced construction methods will find it hard to rival what a mountain provides.

We’re not talking about clever gimmick here as they’re actually building the establishment on a granite mountainside. Of course, they also must consider the infrastructure to help guests reach the site quickly and safely. The Desert Rock hotel will offer accommodations spread across 48 villas and 12 rooms.

Meanwhile, some of the amenities include a spa, gym facilities, dining areas with magnificent views, and a world-class service to make every stay memorable. As you can already tell, a night or two here likely won’t come cheap.

It will be a massive undertaking to develop a modern hotel that has minimal impact on nature. However, it’s also exciting to see how they overcome these challenges imposed by the area. Finally, Desert Rock is slated to open its doors to the public in 2023 with exclusive early access before the end of 2022.

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The Ford Bronco Sasquatch With a Stick Shift Officially Arrives Next Year

When designing it for its 2021 reveal, Ford whipped up two seriously cool and unique off-road features for the new Bronco. One was the new seven-speed manual transmission, which has a special low-speed crawler gear below first; yhe other was the Sasquatch package, offering 35-inch tires, higher-performance Bilstein shocks, high-clearance fenders and front and rear locking differentials. But there was one slight problem: you couldn’t get both on the same vehicle.

Well, you couldn’t do so until now, that is.

Ford had previously promised to address the stick shift/Sasquatch conundrum, and now, they officially have for the 2022 model year. According to The Drive, Ford has confirmed to Bronco reservation holders they would be able to order a manual transmission version with the Sasquatch package in the Base, Big Bend, Black Diamond and Badlands trims for 2022. Ford also said the online ordering system would be live within two weeks.

Opting for the manual transmission still limits you to the smaller 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine instead of the 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6. That said, that four-pot engine — the power plant in the Ford Ranger pickup — is still quite formidable, putting out 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel. Trust me: it didn’t feel underpowered in the slightest when I drove it at the Bronco launch.

Having the Sasquatch package available with the manual should reduce the cost of putting it on a completely pared-down Base model, which had been around $38,000 with the destination charge factored in (not that much cheaper than a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon). Or you can load up a manual Badlands Sasquatch model for the ultimate off-roading Bronco. Well, at least until the desert-running Bronco Raptor arrives.

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The Best MagSafe Car Mounts for Your iPhone

If you’re somebody who talks on the phone a lot while you’re driving, or uses your iPhone for navigation, it’s a good idea to get a car mount. That way you can drive safely with two hands always on the wheel. If you have any model of iPhone 12 or iPhone 13, you can also take advantage of its magnetic back. We’ve rounded up all the best car mounts that can magnetically hold your iPhone in place while you drive.

Belkin Magsafe Car Vent Mount Pro

Now 20% off

This car mount is fully compatible with MagSafe — Apple even sells it. It attaches to a car vent and, thanks to its rotating ball joint, you can adjust the positioning of your iPhone. Note: this doesn’t charge your iPhone via MagSafe, so you’ll want to have a Lightning cable in your car, too.

Spigen MagFit Car Mount

Spigen’s car mount works with Apple’s MagSafe charger (which requires a USB-C car charger) and clips to car’s air vent. It’s available in white or black.

Mophie Snap Vent Mount

The Snap Vent mount is not a wireless charger. It simply attaches to your car vent and magnetically holds your iPhone 12 in place. It comes with a magnetic adhesive (called a Snap Adapter) that you can attach to the back of an older iPhone (that doesn’t have MagSafe) so that it will magnetically stick to the mount.

Note: This item is temporarily sold out.

Satechi Magnetic Wireless Car Charger

This magnetic pad clips to your car’s air vent and holds your iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 in place. It works as a Qi-wireless charger, too, but you’ll have to use your own cord (and potentially a separate car charger, if your car doesn’t have a USB port).

Moment Car Vent Mount with MagSafe

Moment’s magnetic car mount connects to your car’s air vents, and it works with or without Moment’s special iPhone 12 cases (in case you’re not using Moment’s ecosystem of accessories). It does not charge your iPhone, so you’ll want to have a Lightning cable in your car.

Mophie Snap+ Wireless Vent Mount

This is a wireless charger and car mount combo. The wireless charger is detachable, meaning you can take it out of your car and use as regular wireless charging pad in your home.

Note: This item is temporarily sold out.

Spiegel Wireless Car Charger

The simple car mount rests on your car’s dashboard and has a rotating ball joint to adjust the direction your iPhone faces. The big advantage is that it’s available in four difference colors: space grey, black, red or gold.

WixGear Magnetic Phone Mount

Now 35% off

This simple and affordable car mount attaches to your car’s air vent. It doesn’t have a ball joint, so it doesn’t offer quite as much adjustability as other car mounts. But it’s also the cheapest option out there. ($12 gets you a two-pack.)

TechMatte MagGrip Car Vent Mount

This simple car mounts attaches to your car’s air vent and magnetically holds your iPhone in place. It lacks the adjustable angles that other options have, but it’s one of the cheapest mounts you can buy.

The Best MagSafe Accessories for the iPhone 12

We’ve rounded up all the best MagSafe accessories for the iPhone 12 that are available now.

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James Bond’s ‘No Time to Die’ Sunglasses Are Super Cool

Founded in 2007 by Bill Barton and Patty Perreira, Barton Perreira sunglasses are made meticulously in Japan over the course of, not days, but several weeks. Zylonite acetate is tumbled and twice-polished for exceptional smoothness and combined with a lightweight metal core and super sharp lenses. The result is an inimitable pair of sunglasses worthy of James Bond’s face. So it’s no coincidence that the new ‘007’ movie, No Time to Die, features Barton Perreira frames prominently. But you don’t have to be well-versed in firearms and espionage to don a pair of the silver-screen frames.

The Bond-approved sunnies come in three classic shapes that come with their own cleaning cloths and cases. And if ‘007’ inscribed temple tips aren’t enough, the shades also come with certificates of authenticity. Not inexpensive, the frames range in price from $440 to $625, a reflection of top-tier craftsmanship. Both the movie and the slick sunglasses are out now.

007 Joe

007 Joe

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$440.00

007 Norton

007 Norton

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$440.00

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