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Elevate Your Gym With the Dior x TechnoGym “Dior Vibe” Line

Luxury brand Dior collaborates with TechnoGym for a limited-edition range of fitness products geared to motivate and make people happy. Calling it the “Dior Vibe,” the line consists of a treadmill, a multifunctional weight bench, and a wellness ball.

If you’ve got money to burn, then you may want to add the line to your home gym. It comes with a “stylish, compact, and quiet” treadmill that comes with state-of-the-art electronic features from TechnoGym, one of the world’s leading providers of high-end sports equipment and digital technologies. You can easily connect it to your tablet for an interactive workout. 

Meanwhile, the weight bench comes with accessories for muscle and strength building including dumbbells in various weights and resistance bands. It also has knuckles that are compatible with over 200 exercises on the app. Then the Technogym Ball is more than just a wellness ball as it looks comfy enough to sit on. 

The “Dior Vibe” line would not be complete without the Italian brand’s signature white design centered around the Dior star. It has the five horizontal blue stripes motif and the iconic “Christian Dior” logo.

“This shared goal of excellence gives life to a limited series of innovative Technogym products interpreted with the Maison Dior’s unique allure. Created to inspire the concept of wellness with new generations, it also offers people the opportunity to live a unique and irresistible experience,” Nerio Alessandri, Founder of Technogym and Wellness Designer said of the upcoming line available exclusively in Dior boutiques worldwide starting January 2022. 

The “Dior Vibe” line certainly adds a touch of luxury to any home gym setup. It makes any couch potato get up and start working up a sweat.

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The Complete Buying Guide to Luminox Watches

Welcome to Brand Breakdown, a series of comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guides to your favorite companies, with insights and information you won’t find on the average About page.

Founded in 1989 by American entrepreneur Barry Cohen, Luminox occupies a unique segment of the watch space that bridges horological enthusiasts, outdoor recreation, and emergency services/military. Elite groups such as the U.S. Navy SEALs have depended on their timepieces as an essential component of their kit. (A full list of the distinguished organizations that use Luminox watches can be found here.)

In addition to emergency services, Luminox takes environmental responsibility seriously — they offer multiple watches made of #TIDE material (ocean-collected waste plastic). Luminox’s parent company, Mondaine Watch LTD is a carbon-neutral manufacturer and publishes an annual sustainability report. Part of this comes in the form of Luminox’s (Mondaine Group’s) partnership with FairVentures, an organization that implements agroforestry to assist in offsetting carbon footprints.

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A Luminox ICE-SAR watch on the wrist of a search and rescue member in Iceland.

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Luminox remains a value-driven adventure watch company that stands out by being a leader in watch luminescence technology. LLT (Luminox Light Technology) consists of tritium gas-filled tubes that illuminate hands and hour markers on the brand’s wares. The distinct advantage of using LLT for lume is that the luminance does not rely on a battery or have to be charged by ultraviolet light (like the sun) to be activated. The tritium tubes are safe and stay constantly illuminated for 25 years. This technology is perfect for Navy SEALs and other elite organizations.

True to its ethos, Luminox is a partner of the Navy SEALs Foundation, providing support for warriors, veterans, and families of Navy SEALs with resources for tragedy, recovery, education, and programs for physical and mental health.

Brand History

In contrast to legacy Swiss brands, Luminox was started in 1989 in the United States — the name is derived from Latin: Lumi (light) and Nox (night). (The company’s goal was to provide quality timepieces that were highly legible in the dark.) In the early ’90s, Luminox founder Barry Cowen partnered with the United States military to develop a watch specifically for the Navy SEALs.

After the success of the Navy SEAL watch in the early 1990s, other elite organizations began to request Luminox as their watch of choice for duty. Some of these early adopters include the New York City Police Department and the U.S. Coast Guard. By the late 1990s, Luminox was supplying U.S. Air Force pilots and had partnered with aerospace company Lockheed Martin.

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Tritium tube-powered Luminox Light Technology in action.

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As Luminox continued to grow, the company began supplying athletes with watches. Among the most notable partnerships were the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton teams for the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. Luminox watches could be seen on many of the wrists of those Olympians as they competed on the icy track.

In 2006, the Swiss group Mondaine purchased a fifty-percent stake in Luminox. With the influx of capital, Luminox was able to distribute its watches in over fifty countries. In addition to becoming part of the Mondaine Group, Luminox could now be labeled as “Swiss Made.” (As of 2017, the Swiss Made designation requires watches to have a certain percentage of manufacturing costs generated in Switzerland − 60% for quartz and 80% for mechanical watches.)

Luminox continues to be a leader in micro gas tube luminescence technology and has built a following among enthusiasts and outdoorsmen. Availability and price accessibility make Luminox a military and civilian favorite. (If you’re looking to see these watches in extreme environments, follow Luminox brand ambassador Bear Grylls on one of his adventures. )

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The Luminox Sport Timer 0900 30th Anniversary from 2019.

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Air

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A selection of Luminox AIR Series watches, some of which include chronograph or GMT complications.

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The origin of the AIR series began when Luminox developed a watch for F-117 Nighthawk pilots. Today, air forces from many countries are supplied with AIR series watches, all of which feature have flight-specific functionality.

Bear Grylls Survival Air Series 3762 GMT

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$795.00

This true survival watch can track three time zones: In addition to the local hour hand, a 24-hour GMT hand provides a second time zone on the inner dial, while the world time function printed on the CARBONOX™ bi-directional rotating bezel can show a third.

Movement: Ronda 515 HF 6 quartz

Diameter: 45mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Mesh stainless steel bracelet or fabric strap

Price: $795 (bracelet); $695 (strap)

F-117 Nighthawk GMT Watch 6421

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$1,075.00

The Luminox F-117 Nighthawk GMT features Luminox Light Technology on the indices and hands, while SuperLuminova is applied to the numerals. The angular contours of the bezel help you grip it, similar to how the same contours on the F-117 Nighthawk aircraft help to reduce its radar cross-section.

Movement: Ronda 515 HF 6 quartz

Diameter: 44mm

Material: PVD-coated stainless steel

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: PVD-coated stainless steel bracelet or Kevlar strap

Price: $1,575 (bracelet); $1,075 (strap)

F-22 Raptor 9241

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$1,190.00

The unusual bidirectional rotating bezel on the Luminox F-22 Raptor watch is used as a circular slide rule — calculations are performed by aligning the bezel with a corresponding number on the dial’s chapter ring. This is a handy tool to assist pilots while performing calculations such as weight balancing and navigational planning.

Movement: Ronda 9241M quartz

Diameter: 44mm

Material: Titanium

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Leather

Price: $1,190

Sea

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Luminox SEA Series timepieces typically take the form of a dive watch with a rotating bezel.

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The SEA series is the core of the Luminox brand. With its origins in co-development with the Navy SEALs, the SEA series provides a complete collection of Luminox watches that range from tactical to contemporary.

Automatic Sport Timer 0924

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$1,425.00

If you’re looking for something a little less tactical, Luminox offers the Automatic Sport Timer 0924 (blue) and 0921 (black), which feature mechanical movements with a classic sport diver aesthetic.

Movement: Sellita SW-220 automatic

Diameter: 42mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Bracelet

Price: $1,425

Navy SEAL Date Magnifier 3617 Set

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$595.00

To increase legibility, Luminox offers a version of its Navy SEAL watch with a date magnification window. This set comes with two interchangeable straps: an OD (olive drab) green fabric strap and a black rubber strap, which are accompanied by a strap changing tool.

Movement: Swiss quartz

Diameter: 45mm

Material: CARBONOX™

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Rubber and fabric

Price: $595

Original Navy SEAL 3001

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$395.00

Movement: Swiss quartz

Dimensions: 43mm

Material: CARBONOX™

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Rubber

Price: $395

Land

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Certain Luminox LAND Series watches come in steel cases, a relative rarity for the brand.

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The LAND series from encompasses watches designed for extreme adventuring, search and rescue, and military field operations.

Bear Grylls Survival Land Series 3798

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$695.00

The Luminox Bear Grylls Survival Land Series 3798 features some handy tools for wilderness situations: The tachymeter scale on the bezel is replaced with a walking speed indicator that is used in conjunction with the chronograph complication. Additionally, Bear Grylls has replaced the traditional strap with braided paracord. Instructions for using both emergency features can be found HERE.

Movement: Ronda 5021.D quartz

Dimensions: 45mm

Material: CARBONOX™

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Paracord

Price: $695

Atacama Field Automatic 1902

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$990.00

The Atacama Field Automatic is a traditional field watch with a mechanical movement. With its legible, clean design, it’s a more conservative choice than other Luminox models — though like all Luminox watches, it features LTT technology for a constant glow.

Movement: Sellita SW220-1 automatic

Diameter: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 200M

Strap: Steel bracelet or webbed fabric strap

Price: $990 (bracelet); $975 (strap)

ICE-SAR Arctic 1007

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$545.00

Luminox partnered with the Icelandic Association of Search and Rescue to create the Arctic series watches. There are six different dial color options: charcoal, black, dark blue, light blue, and white. Each ICE-SAR watch comes with a rubber strap that has fabric stitched onto the exterior.

Movement: Ronda 515 HF 6 quartz

Diameter: 46mm

Material: CARBONOX™

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Rubber strap

Price: $545

Collaborations

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Luminox collaborates with organizations such as ICE-SAR, Major League Fishing and more.

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Luminox collaborates with brands and organizations to create specialty watches. These partnerships include ones focussing on ocean conservation; the Navy SEAL Foundation; Luminox’s brand ambassadors; and Major League Fishing.

#TIDE Recycled Ocean Material Eco Series Watch 8902

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$545.00

The #TIDE Recycled Ocean Material Eco Series watch is made out of — you guessed it — recycled ocean plastic waste. Luminox uses 100% recycled material for the case, bezel, and strap. The ocean plastic waste is collected from the Andaman Sea before being upcycled into 3D printing material used to manufacture the #TIDE Eco Series watches.

Movement: Ronda 515 HH6 quartz

Diameter: 46mm

Material: Recycled ocean waste (plastic)

Water Resistance: 200m

Price: $545

Pacific Driver 3135

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$595.00

The Pacific Diver incorporates a traditional dive watch design with proprietary technology such as LLT lume and a CARBONOX™ bezel. It’s also the flagship watch of Luminox’s sponsorship of the Major League Fishing/Bass Pro Tour.

Movement: Ronda 515 quartz

Dimensions: 44mm

Material: Stainless steel

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Rubber strap or steel bracelet

Price: $595 (strap); $695 (bracelet)

Navy SEAL Colormark 3051.GO.NSF

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$435.00

The Navy Seal Foundation Exclusive watch is about as core Luminox as it gets: The Navy Seal Foundation supports US Navy SEALs, Special Warfare Combatant-craft crewman, Naval Special Warfare personnel and their families. Buying a watch that supports such an initiative is a win-win.

Movement: Swiss quartz

Diameter: 44mm

Material: CARBONOX™

Water Resistance: 200m

Strap: Rubber

Price: $435

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The Genesis G80 3.5T Is Good, But It Doesn’t Quite Live Up to Expectations

Maybe my expectations were too high. I climbed into the Genesis G80 3.5T expecting great things; after all, the carmaker has been on something of a winning streak as of late, delivering excellent product after excellent product. The G70 sat near the top of the compact luxury sedan class even before the midlife facelift that made it more attractive; the G90 is a stellar example of the sort of luxo-barge perfect for long road trips; the GV80 feels like a Bentley Bentayga from T.J. Maxx; and while I haven’t driven the GV70 yet, I’ve heard nothing but good things.

Further boosting my expectations: my colleague Tyler Duffy has only had positive things to say about his time with the 2021 G80, even though he spent his time with the turbocharged four-cylinder version, rather than the more potent twin-turbo V6 variant I’d be sampling.

So, upon embarking on a 300-mile journey from New York City to Vermont, I fully expected great things from this new Genesis. And indeed, at first, the car’s virtues shone through. The new engine is a beast, punching hard all through the midrange and pushing the car forward with more force than its quote 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft would suggest. The crystal-clear digital instrument panel and the latest version of the Genesis infotainment system both pack excellent displays — crystal-clear as the nicest TVs you’ll see at Best Buy, and smooth and responsive to inputs via either touchscreen or the flush-mounted iDrive-like controller (not to be confused with the similar-looking rotary shifter right behind it, a mistake new owners will probably make once or twice before muscle memory sets in).

After a couple of hours, however, a couple of issues began to rear their heads. The lesser of them, a bit literally: the headroom is surprisingly lacking for such a big car. Not just in the rear, either; even up front, my hair was scraping the headliner. Granted, I like to sit relatively high up (better visibility that way), but even so, I’ve never had that sort of issue with a sedan in this size class before.

The bigger issue, though, is that the seats look much more comfortable than they actually are. While their buttery-soft leather looks and feels like like something out of an Aston Martin, their actual support is lacking. My partner’s glutes went numb after about two hours; by hour four, her legs had started tingling. I was luckier; I only suffered a case of numb butt on the way back to NYC (after three hours or so), but even that was enough to leave me limping out of the car. It’s not a matter of side bolsters poking into the legs, as with many a short, sporty car; rather, the bottoms of the seats themselves just seem ill-suited to long haul journeys.

That, in turn, pushes your feet into awkward positions that put the weight onto your heels in odd ways. Admittedly, I exacerbated the problem by wearing a pair of bulky Wolverine boots on the drive home that took up an inordinate part of the footwell — but the fact that footwear choice has to even be a factor to consider when driving a midsize sedan seems like the result of some less-than-ideal interior design choices.

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Another unexpected issue: the fuel economy. Even over the course of my return drive to the city, conducted under practically ideal conditions for making decent highway mileage — speeds mostly between 70 and 75 mph, minimal traffic — the trip computer’s readout told me the G80 was traveling less than 26 miles on each gallon of 93 octane. That’s worse than I saw in the 591-hp Audi RS 7 over the same route — as well as about 3 mpg worse than I saw with the G90 under similar conditions. Given that the G80 is lighter and packs a newer engine, the discrepancy is hard to explain. In a world where the V8-powered Mercedes-Benz S 580 gets 32 mpg at 75 mph, 25.8 mpg from a six-cylinder sedan on the highway is a real strike.

The final thing that irked me a touch: the price. Like Lexus at its start, Genesis has largely made a reputation for itself by offering excellent luxury cars at a price point appreciably lower than German competitors — yet my fully-loaded test car rang up the register at just shy of $70,000. Granted, Genesis doesn’t need to make its mark as a value play anymore — they’ve certainly come far enough in terms of quality and luxury to be compared on equal footing to longer-established high-end carmakers — but there’s also little arguing that, if a comparable six-cylinder E-Class or 5 Series is just a few grand more, most people will probably be tempted by the brands they know better (or, more cynically, that they think their neighbors will appreciate more).

None of these are to say that the G80 is an objectively bad car. In the vast majority of ways, it’s very much the opposite: it’s stylish, elegant, powerful, laden with well-executed technology and, as a cherry on top, possessing a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. It’s just not the out-of-the-park home run that its looks and reputation had led me to hope for. I’d still suggest you take a look at it if you’re in the market; just make sure those seats work well for your derriére.

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3 Things to Look for on a Bag of Coffee Beans

When staring down a wall of jargon-strewn bags filled with small-batch coffee, it’s difficult to know where to start. There’s no harm in grabbing whatever seems most interesting, but isolating certain details — such as roast date and country of origin — can give you a better sense of what you’re buying, and the kind of coffee you’ll ultimately brew from it. Thomas Costello, formerly of Counter Culture Coffee, a North Carolina–based roastery that heralded coffee’s third wave in 1995, outlined three pieces of information to look for on a bag of coffee beans that are most often reflective of quality.

Keep It Fresh

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“Look for something that’s [been roasted] at least within the month, if not within the week,” Costello said. Coffee takes 48–72 hours to de-gas, or settle, after roasting. Consume coffee too close to the roast date, and you’ll end up with an uneven extraction; wait more than a few weeks, and the beans will have released too much carbon dioxide, setting them past peak freshness.

Packaging contributes to freshness, as well. Counter Culture’s beans are packaged in non-porous Biotré bags with a one-way valve, preventing air from passing through but allowing carbon dioxide to escape during de-gassing. Look for a resealable container, whether a zip closure, twist-tie or tin.

Look to the Source

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“Just like when you’re looking for a bottle of wine. You’re going to look for tasting notes, especially if you have an idea of whether you like fruity coffees or really chocolate-y coffees, sweet coffees or something with a little more acid to it. Usually, [tasting notes are] something that an expert coffee taster has analyzed and tested and decided that that’s how the coffee [in the bag] is best described,” Costello said.

More often than not, flavor and country of origin go hand in hand. As a general rule, Kenyan coffees skew savory, Colombian coffees have chocolate-like notes, and Ethiopian coffees tend to be fruity. Sampling single-origin coffees is the best way to understand and appreciate regional differences among beans.

Check That “Fair Trade” Is Really Fair

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“Everybody has a direct-trade story. Very often, it’s written on the bag, but it’s good to not take that at face value,” Costello said. “There’s a lot of greenwashing, like claiming some amount of sustainable purchasing practices without following it up. It’s like saying ‘free-range eggs’ — that can mean a lot of different things.” He recommends taking to the roaster’s website, searching for evidence that the company is supporting its producers — that there’s an effort being made to pay farmers more money for their crops or to improve farming practices in one way or another.

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Filling Holes in Your Fall Wardrobe? Adsum’s Newest Drop Has What You Need

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“Mainers live in the heart of one of the most wild and beautiful parts of the United States. In some areas there exists the type of remoteness that makes you feel like you’re at the edge of the earth. But there are also bustling towns and cities that produce beer, writing and architecture that we have come to love,” says Pete Macnee, co-founder of Brooklyn-based — and cities in the Northeast-inspired — menswear brand, Adsum. His words read like a love letter — and they kind of are. They serve as a prelude to his brand’s newest collection, a collage of fall-colored sweaters, shirts, pants and accessories he says are all inspired by Maine.

“Our color palette this season includes burnt umbers, dark greens, and earth hues, with the occasional pop of vivid red and orange, mimicking the transition of the leaves in the Northeast,” he continues. The brand’s designs obviously emphasize a particular part of the world, but also strive to better the whole of it by lessening their total textile consumption, using recycled materials whenever possible and purchasing certified wool that promises a better livelihood for the sheep. “Along with paying homage to the natural world, we’re also trying to lessen our impact on it,” Macnee says.

The collection features a few re-releases of popular products Adsum’s long struggled to keep in stock (because they’re so popular) — the Bank Pants, Cable Knit Beanie and Cardigan Sweater — but also a bunch of new items, too, forming what I feel is the brand’s most complete collection to date. Shop our favorites from it below.

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Merino Crewneck

Freeport Tee

Heavy Cable Beanie

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The Best Men’s Watches on Sale Now

Don’t believe that you need to spend thousands of dollars to get a satisfying watch — or that you need to pay full price for it. We’ve done the work to weed out those questionable brands you probably want to avoid and find some of the best deals on the kinds of watches that’ll give you years of enjoyment. Whether it’s a simple Casio or Timex or you’re looking for an automatic Seiko dive watch at the best price, you’ll find great value for those and more below. These deals are fleeting, though, so don’t miss the watch you want when you see it.

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Today’s Best Deals: Save on a Great Percussion Massager, 007’s Ultraboost Deal & 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.

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Best Apple Watch Deals

• Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS, 40mm) on Amazon — Save $50
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Warm Up for Winter with Rumpl’s Merino Wool Blankets

Designed for keeping things comfy, cozy and all-natural indoors, Rumpl’s Merino SoftWool blankets and throws use a responsibly sourced Australian wool to be softer and itch-free. Available in Queen & King bed sizes as well as a 50” X 70” throw, they’re offered in a range of colors.

This Deluxe Cheese Board Set Is Only $40 Right Now

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The holiday season is coming to town soon, so brace yourself for the laborious, hope-depleting work of holiday gift shopping. Not that it doesn’t feel great to give a little back and be rewarded with some smiles, but goddamn is it exhausting to find the perfect gift to please everybody. If you’re already on the lookout for presents to avoid last-minute fright, there’s an item we can’t promise will gratify everyone but will surely bring some nourishment to most: a deluxe cheese board set, now almost half the price on Amazon.

ChefSofi Cheese Board Set

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$39.86

Admit it, holiday entertaining is tantamount to a cheese-eating festival, so ChefSofi’s charcuterie board set and cheese-serving platter is the ideal gift for housewarmings and party hosts as a gesture of affection. Or you can buy it for yourself if you’re such a turophile. The complete cheese set includes four ceramic bowls and four knives. For an organized show-off, use the bowls to neatly sort fruits, complimentary crackers, bread, nuts, cold meats, and spreads. The stainless steel knives are stored in the built-in drawer, and aid in the impeccable slicing of cheese in any texture without ruining its original shape.

If your guests, family, or friends don’t usually dig your cheese serving, it’s probably because of the sloppy presentation and sleazy look. Elegant presentation is exactly what ChefSofi’s cheese board set excels at. Crafted in acacia wood, the board has a curated appearance that doesn’t look out of place at upscale parties or lavish dinners. And it’s very spacious compared to other cheese boards.

The imminent holiday season is bound to be sponsored by cheese boards. And when you’re ready to buy a cheese board set that is now nearly 50 percent off on Amazon, it will come in gift-ready packaging to save you more trouble. Remember, everything can be made better with cheese.

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Pack Smarter with Collapsible Camp Cookware

SimpleReal camp cookware debuts as the first collapsible stainless steel cookware ever made. The sturdy, toxin-free one-liter pot compresses down to just 3cm thickness, making it a very packable option for backpacking and fast-light strike missions. A simple latch system holds it open and secure while in use, with silicone gaskets that make it 100% leakproof. A funded Kickstarter.

Lexus’s Take on the Toyota Land Cruiser Arrives Next Week

Toyota unveiled the new J300 Land Cruiser earlier this year, and sadly, it’s not coming to the United States. But there was always a good chance America would get the SUV in Lexus LX form — after all, the J200 generation always sold better with the fancier badge in the U.S. Lexus appeared to drop a teaser for the new LX during the NX reveal; nowm the brand has confirmed it will unveil the new LX on October 13th.

What do we know about this new Land Cruiser under a different name? Well, Lexus has provided little hard info. We saw some visual tweaks also present in the NX, such as the horizontal light bar and all-caps Lexus badging on the rear. More telling is the LX 600 badge.

Lexus has stopped tracking the three-digit number for models to engine displacement, so don’t expect a bonkers 6.0-liter V8. The “600” likely means the engine will be more potent than the outgoing 570. There’s no “h,” so this SUV probably is not a hybrid. The best bet is that the new LX will get the same twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 used in the J300 Land Cruiser — where it puts out 409 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque — and the new Toyota Tundra. The LX should use the same TNGA-F truck platform seen in both vehicles.

A leak from earlier this summer suggests the LX 600 could be the upgrade model with both F-Sport and luxury VIP trims. That leak had Lexus keeping the tried and true (but woefully inefficient) 5.7-liter V8 engine around for the 2022 LX as a base model, however, so take it with a grain of salt.

Dropping the new Land Cruiser, Tundra, and Lexus LX within a few months suggests the company is now going full bore on its off-road SUV overhaul. The next generation Sequoia should be the next domino to fall, followed by updates to the Lexus GX, Toyota 4Runner and Toyota Tacoma.

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The Coolest Jacket in the New James Bond Movie Is Surprisingly Affordable

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Ian Fleming’s legendary James Bond character has paved the way for flashy, action-packed movies for decades. And while the world’s largest spy movie franchise has been lauded for its grail-level collection of fast cars, ostentatious watches and slick designer suits, the upcoming sequel of the 007 saga, No Time to Die, features a small-batch denim brand from Los Angeles.

Fans of Rogue Territory instantly recognized the Supply Jacket in the trailer, a best-seller for the brand. It’s a unique take on the classic trucker jacket with adroit details like a welted chest pocket and inconspicuous handwarmer pockets. The film features the jacket in 10oz waxed canvas, a material that’ll pick up plenty of patina through Bond’s many brawls. No Time to Die is out now, and you can order the jacket right now, too, in a bevy of colors and materials, for $295 from the brand or one of its several stockists.

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Supply Jacket – Copper Selvedge Canvas

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Which Apple Watch Is Right for You?

The newest Apple Watch, the Series 7, is up for preorder right now with general availability starting next Friday, October 15. With its arrival, Apple now sells three different Apple Watch models: the Series 7, the SE and the Series 3. (Following the trend of pulling last year’s flagship smartwatch right when the new model hits shelves, Apple no longer sells the Series 6.)

If you have an older Apple Watch and are curious whether you should upgrade, we’re going to highlight the key differences between all the Apple Watch models that are still capable of running the latest watchOS — meaning all Apple Watches Series 3 or newer.

The truth is that every Apple Watch released in the last four years is generally similar — they all run the same watchOS, look and work fairly similar and have the same 18-hour “all day” battery life. Choosing between the different models is ultimately going to come down to the newer design, an always-on display, some exclusive wellness features and how much you’re willing to pay. (Apple does have some enticing deals on older refurbished models.)

Apple Watch Series 7 (2021)

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The big thing with the Series 7 is that it has a new look. It has an always-on display that’s 20-percent bigger, has thinner bezels and has more rounded corners than the Series 6; this allows for more watch faces and interphases, but more importantly it makes the display easier to navigate and use (there’s a larger keyboard!). The Series 7 supports faster charging (33% faster) and has a more rugged design (IP6X rated), too. Other than a faster processing chip, the Series 7 has all the same sensors and capabilities as the Series 6.

Price: $399+

Should you buy? If you want the latest and greatest Apple Watch, or you just want the really big display, the answer is “yes.”

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Apple Watch Series 6 (2020)

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The Series 6 was last year’s flagship smartwatch. It has always-on display, a blood oxygen sensor and an altimeter. It also has a newer processor and slightly brighter display. If you’re debating between the Series 6 and the SE, it mostly will come down to how much you want the always-on display. Apple doesn’t sell the Series 6 anymore, but you can find it discounted on third-party sites like Amazon or Best Buy. However, it’s going to cost almost as much as the Series 7, so you might as well just go with the newer hotness.

Price: $349+ (Amazon)

Should you buy? Maybe. We recommend waiting until Apple starts selling refurbished models so you can get a really good deal.

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Apple Watch SE (2020)

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The SE was announced alongside the Series 6 — and the two are very similar. Both have the same display size, most of the same sensors (including the gyroscope, compass, fall detection and an always-on altimeter) and the same battery life. The difference is that the SE lacks the always-on display and two sensors that measure wellness. It lacks an electrical heart sensor and is thus not capable of taking an ECG (but it does have an optical heart sensor, similar to the one found in the Series 3, so it’s still able to record your heart rate). And it lacks a blood oxygen sensor, which can help identify asthma and various heart conditions.

Price: $279

Should you buy? Yes, if you don’t care about the always-on display and the fancy wellness features, this is the budget Apple Watch for you.

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Apple Watch Series 5 (2019)

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The big thing when the Series 5 was announced was that it was the first Apple Watch with an always-on display. That’s not as big of a deal anymore, however, as the newer models also have an always-on display — and it’s nicer. The SE has electrical and optical heart rate sensors and is capable of taking an ECG, but lacks the blood oxygen sensor of newer models. Apple hasn’t sold the Series 5 for two years now, so models (and deals) can be difficult to come by.

Price: $269+ (Refurbished)

Should you buy? You can get a refurbished Series 5 for basically the same price as the newer SE, so it ultimately depends how much you care about its always-on display.

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Apple Watch Series 4 (2018)

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The Series 4 was the first Apple Watch to get a substantial redesign — with a larger display and slimmed down bezels — and it looks identical to the Series 5, SE and Series 6 that followed it. Like the Series 5, the Series 4 has been antiquated for a few years and the deals mostly aren’t great enough to justify getting such an old smartwatch. Apple does sell refurbished models, however.

Price: $249+ (Refurbished)

Should you buy? No. It’s too old and you can get a better/newer smartwatch for basically the same price.

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Apple Watch Series 3 (2017)

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The Series 3 is still the most entry-level smartwatch that Apple sells — it is $80 cheaper than the Apple Watch SE. The main thing is that the Series 3 is now four years old and still has the old design — which feels really old. It has a built-in GPS and an optical heart sensor, just like the one found in the Series SE, so it’s good for fitness tracking and it’s also able to record your heart rate, but lacks the always-on altimeter and the built-in compass, so it’s probably not as great of hikers and outdoors enthusiasts. You can also only buy the Series 3 in a GPS-only model.

Price: $199+

Should you buy? No. It’s too old and isn’t great at running the new watchOS. Spend the extra dough and get an SE or a refurbished Series 5.

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Ferrari Hired Jony Ive and Marc Newson. But Why?

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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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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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Buck Mason’s Down Collection Is Responsibly Sourced and Perfect for Winter

Down jackets are a staple of the winter wardrobe and often a lifesaver when it comes to colder weather. Having been around since the 1930s, the down jacket has been a dominant force in fashion for some time now. And while down jackets are a winter favorite because of their warmth (and let’s be honest, they’re stylish as well), we often don’t think about what’s actually inside them keeping us so warm.

The Down Collection from Buck Mason has the look and warmth that makes it worthy of being in permanent rotation in your wardrobe, but is also sustainably minded with ethically sourced down. To make the Cascade Down Jacket and Vest, Buck Mason worked closely with Allied Feather and Down, a fully traceable and humane sourcing firm. Allied Feather and Down has developed relationships directly with farms to provide better quality, higher levels of consistency, price stability and a level of transparency and traceability when buying the materials — which isn’t just better for Buck Mason, but it’s better for you, too.

The Cascade Down collection from Buck Mason is sourced responsibly, so you can feel good about staying warm this winter.

Cascade Down Expedition Jacket

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This vintage-inspired down jacket is cut from a recycled polyester shell with a durable water-resistant coating. Whether you run into rain, hail or snow, you will stay cozy warm — you may even find yourself throwing it on when you’re relaxing on the couch. The jacket contains 650 fill-power traceable duck down and features a cut that is relaxed through the chest and sleeves (which leaves plenty of room for layering underneath). Made with a slightly slimmer waist, the Cascade Down Expedition Jacket has a flattering fit that’s sure to complement your outfit. The internal pocket and outer hand-warmer pockets are even lined in cozy fleece, which ensures your fingers stay warm during your coldest excursions but also protects your valuables from scratches and the like. Plus, with a removable down-filled hood, you can style this jacket however you like.

Price: $495

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    Cascade Down Expedition Vest

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    The Cascade Down Vest features many of the same features as its jacket sibling, but in a silhouette that’s perfect for the transitional months. You know, those days where the temperature drops but it’s not quite cold enough for a full coat. Like its sibling, this vintage-inspired down vest is also cut from a recycled polyester shell with a durable water-resistant coating. In other words, it’s just as capable as the down jacket but for slightly warmer days. The Cascade Down Vest makes no compromises when it comes to the down it’s filled with either. It has the same responsibly sourced 650 fill-power traceable duck down stuffed into quilted channels. With plenty of internal pockets and flap-secured chest pockets, you can stash your keys, phone and wallet easily for running your weekend errands.

    Price: $275

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James Bond’s Omega Seamaster Plays a Pretty Big Role in “No Time To Die”

If you’re a fan of the Bond franchise, you no doubt pay attention to what’s on 007’s wrist — after all, in many of the films, Bond’s timepiece plays a special role in helping the debonair British secret agent save the world. But this time somehow feels different. Maybe it’s because No Time To Die is Daniel Craig’s last film in the franchise, or because he had a hand in designing the watch featured in the movie…it’s tough to say for sure. But perhaps more than with any other film during Craig’s tenure, one is cognizant of the importance of Omega’s connection to the franchise, the filmmakers, the character — characters, I should say, as multiple actors wear Omega in the film — and to Craig himself.

If you’re not familiar with the watch, it’s the 42mm Omega Seamaster Diver 300M. It’s titanium and has a military-inspired design, with vintage-colored lume and the “broad arrow” symbol on the dial signaling Crown property — and it’s cool as all hell. I’ve been in rooms with 100 watch journalists — yes, that’s a real profession that some of us have, insane as it sounds — and I’ve yet to meet a single one who dislikes this watch. (Don’t @ me if you’re that person. Comments section is below, though.)

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The watch is available on a NATO strap ($8,100) or a titanium Milanese bracelet ($9,200).

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I was lucky enough to be invited to a preview of the film yesterday afternoon with Omega, before which our good friend Stephen Pulvirent — formerly of HODINKEE — moderated a discussion with Craig, Michael G. Wilson (the series’ producer), Raynald Aeschlimann (Omega’s President and CEO), and Arnaud Michon, the brand’s U.S. President. Craig himself spoke about the link between Omega and Bond, saying “I’ve been working with Omega for years, and we’ve been designing watches for the past 15 years. And that is such a testament to how collaborative this whole relationship has been. It’s just been such a pleasure for me to have a say. Of course these guys come with amazing ideas and I’m always bowled over. It’s very important, the watch he wears, and my connection to it.”

This connection was made stronger recently when Craig was appointed an honorary title of Commander in the Royal Navy, with the First Sea Lord in attendance. Given the Bond character’s Royal Navy background — Ian Fleming, author of the Bond series, served in British Naval Intelligence during WWII — and the government markings on the new Seamaster, the military link between character, watch, and actor seems to have been cemented in a way that’s lent further significance to this particular timepiece. “It’s a naval watch, and it feels like a naval watch,” Craig elaborated. “It looks to me like a commander’s watch. But it’s very, very modern, and to me that seems like the perfect balance.”

“It looks to me like a commander’s watch. But it’s very, very modern, and to me that seems like the perfect balance.”

Craig’s involvement in the design process this time was more pronounced. “Clearly I’ve said things, that it would be nice to do this, nice to do that…but what they came up with was way above and beyond,” he said. “Because it has a vintage quality about it but it’s incredibly light and very wearable. But it’s rugged enough. It’s light, but you could still smack someone in the head with it.”

Though Omega’s watches have always played a role in the Bond franchise for the past 25 years — think laser beams, mines, etc — the new Seamaster Diver 300M seems to get more screen time than past models. It plays a significant role in a crucial scene, but it’s also conspicuously present on Bond’s wrist in a sequence that sees him decked out in full naval commando gear — a testament to the past of the character, you might say. That the watch (the actual watch, not the prop from the film) isn’t a limited edition but a full production model is a significant touch: I can imagine dedicated fans wanting to pick one up not simply for how cool the watch is itself, but as a memento of Craig’s time in the franchise, and as a nod to the history of watchmaking, of the military, and to the character of Bond.

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You can spot the Seamaster poking out from Bond’s commando sweater on his left wrist.

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Omega’s Bond watches have arguably only grown stronger over time. There are plenty of fans of ’90s, Brosnan-era “Bond” Seamasters, but I would say that the new 300M is perhaps the most considered of the crop. I won’t speak to the film — y’all can be your own judges as to its place in the greater Bond canon, and within Craig’s oeuvre — but as a watch guy, I can safely say that, in my own humble opinion, the 300M carries the most emotional weight, if the least physical weight.

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Today’s Best Deals: 30% off Outerknown’s Blanket Shirt, Savings at On Running & More

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Save 30% on One of the Best Overshirts Available

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Today at Outerknown, you can save 30 percent on one of the best overshirts available. The California brand’s Blanket Shirt is woven from thick organic cotton and has a bit of weight, yet it’s super soft and breathable, and hangs and drapes like no other overshirt — this is not a cardboard-y wool layer. Because it’s made from hefty cotton fabric, it’s ideal for a range of temperatures and it will stand up to years of continuous wear. I’ve had mine for almost four years and it doesn’t look worse for wear. If anything, it’s better: the texture is softer, the colors more muted.

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Available in a range of different plaids, the Blanket Shirt normally retails for $148. And while that’s more than some overshirts from other brands, the value of mine — in terms of cost-per-wear — is unreal. It gets regular wear every season and is perfect for the house, the beach, the office, the grocery store… you see what I’m getting at. It’s a pillar of my wardrobe, and I’m sure if you get one, it won’t take you long to see why.

For just 24 hours, Outerknown and Huckberry are saving you 30 percent on the Blanket Shirt ahead of the cooler months — at Outerknown, make sure to use the code BLANKETS30 at checkout. That means you can score this quintessential fall shirt for just $104.

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These Greys Slippers Can Be Worn Year Round

We know you’re in the same camp we are when it comes to stylish sneakers, boots, sandals and other pieces of footwear. But what are you wearing in the late evening, early morning or around…

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Must Have Gear for Travel This Season

There is no doubt that the gear you bring with you traveling can make or break a trip — regardless of your destination and method of transport be it domestic or international, by plane, train or automobile. When it comes to being away from home, you need not skip out on the things that provide ease and comfort. In fact, they become doubly important when you’re on the road. Whether it’s a camping trip upstate or a flight to one of your bucket list destinations, the list of gear below is what you need to make your trip go as smoothly as possible.

Blundstone Active Chelsea Boot #2147

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Chase Pellerin

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Comfort is king when traveling, and these boots deliver just that. The #2417 boots are lightweight, breathable and have the comfort to keep you going no matter what you may run into on your travel day. The #2147 combines a navy suede upper, orange elastic and contrast stitching for style so you don’t have to sacrifice looking good while en route to your destination. Plus, with a premium water-resistant suede upper and a rubber outsole with XRD®️ Technology heel insert, these boots are ready for your adventures once you land in your location. Top it off with a rubber outsole with plenty of grip that’s also durable, and you can handle any slippery sidewalk or trail you may encounter. You can only get these boots at Blundstone.com, so click through below to pick up a pair for yourself.

Price: $210

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To Round Out The Kit

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Sage Green General Purpose Mechanical (GPM) – 34mm by Marathon $385

Apollo Sunglasses by Akila $130

Travel Kit by Aer $45

MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 by Sennheiser $220

LARQ Bottle PureVis by LARQ $95

20W Power Adapter by NOMAD $19

USB-C Cable by NOMAD $35

Panga 50 Duffle Bag by YETI $299

Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash by Aesop $10