New Balance collaborates with Grenson, an extremely convenient fitness tracker, a 360-degree-video moto helmet and more.
On the Radar
Reveals, New Launches and Gear
Kuai Fitness Tracker
Amid the abundance of wearable fitness trackers, the new Kuai headset is a great option for those who prefer running sans any extra weight whatsoever, combining the functions of a heart rate strap, footpod, sport watch, mp3 player and automated coach. The earpieces measure heart rate, VO2 max, calories burned, exercise cadence, distance traveled, pace and speed, and they’re waterproof up to 3 meters, with seven hours of battery life and 8GB of memory.
New Balance x Grenson 576GRB
For this limited-edition collaboration, New Balance’s factory in Flimby, England shapes grade A Italian calfskin into this striking silhouette, which is then shipped to Grenson in Northampton for burnishing and broguing details. Only 800 will be sold.
This Is Ground Riff
Your smartphone, headphones, notebook, pen and a card of your choice, all in one place, and in 100 percent cowhide.
John Varvatos Artisan Round Reader
Leather details and laser-engraved patterns make for a modern take on a classic piece of eyewear.
Bell Star Helmet with 360fly
Just announced at CES, BRG’s latest integrates 360fly’s 360-degree action camera to capture every angle of your ride. This also provides protective functions like Collision Avoidance, which audibly alerts riders to fast-approaching objects.
Alba Volero Collection
Alba’s newest collection features jerseys, bibs and socks, all with an emphasis on moisture management and advanced padding.
Reviews and Buying Guides
Advice from the Crew
The Best Motoring Concepts, Announcements and Products from CES 2016
The car industry is changing. Expect more electric vehicles, autonomous tech, smart home connectivity and sophisticated interfaces very soon. Read the Story
What Does Your Coffee Taste Like?
What’s behind the “bark,” “peach cobbler” or “champagne” tasting notes on your bag of coffee beans? Lots of sniffing, slurping and spooning. Read the Story
Noteworthy Reads
Stories from Around the Web
Fast Company clues us into why the fashion world hates wearable tech.
Wanna lighten your load? Adventure Journal has 10 ways to lighten your backpack (literally and figuratively).
In case you didn’t know anything about the Third Wave of Coffee all throughout our Coffee Issue, Eater has a helpful video explaining what it is.
Looking Ahead
What We’re Testing Now
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