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KizikKizik Athens Golf
There’s a lot of classic golf-friendly elements on the Kizik Athens Golf shoe, like a high-traction rubber spikeless outsole with multidirectional lugs, an antimicrobial interior to help fight odors, advanced ergonomics, a responsive foam insole and a water-resistant performance upper. However, this shoe also has a sneaky tech feature that might make it perhaps the most convenient golf shoe ever. That is, of course, Kizik’s patented HandsFree Labs technology, which lets you step into the shoe entirely hands-free and without any adjustment. Just step in, head out and hit the links at your leisure.
Therm-a-RestTherm-a-Rest Honcho Poncho Down
Updated for 2026, this cozy camp layer from Therm-a-Rest features new PFC-free materials and fresh colorways. Built with a waterproof, 100-percent nylon shell and 650-fill hydrophobic down, the hardworking Honcho Poncho Down will keep you warm even in damp conditions. The anorak zipper makes it easy to put on and take off, the three-piece hood offers a snug fit and snaps under the arms allow it to maintain its poncho shape or be spread out like a blanket. Finally, the front pocket doubles as s stuff sack for quick and space-saving storage. The Honcho Poncho Down is available in Twill and Storm.
StellantisMaserati GT2 250F
Between Juan Manuel Fangio, Stirling Moss and Maria Teresa de Filippis, the Maserati 250F had some historic drivers behind the wheel in its day, and it also proved its worth on the track with two Formula 1 world titles. Accordingly, Maserati is paying tribute to the legendary racecar by reviving its livery through the Fuoriserie personalization program. The new digs arrive for both a one-off Maserati GT2 and for the road-legal Maserati GT2 Stradale.
Astell&KernAstell&Kern Clarus
The Astell&Kern Clarus is the brand’s latest high-end pair of in-ear monitors. They are designed around a 9-driver tribrid architecture, featuring a dynamic driver for low frequencies, balanced armature drivers for mids and highs, and MEMS drivers for ultra-high frequencies. Each earbud is constructed of 6061-T6 aluminum. According to Astell&Kern, the Clarus is designed to deliver transparent and distortion-free audio exactly as the artist intended. At the time of writing, price and availability info have not yet been released.
Smith OpticsSmith Ulterior Collection
Smith’s new two-silhouette drop offers a fantastic fusion of form and function, equal parts sport performance and street style. Both the Ciper (left) and Truss (right) boast tough yet light bio-based frames, clarity-enhancing ChromaPop lenses (including photochromic options), user-friendly AutoLock hinges, adjustable nose pads and 100% UV protection. The Truss also features leash-ready temple tip holes to which you can attach the included paracord for a bit of extra insurance during more dynamic activities.

