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Today’s Gear
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True Americana Home Decor
Oxford Pennant Custom Pennants and Banners: Handcrafted felt pennants and champion banners, made for discerning adults. (Not dormitory-bound college kids.)
Related: A New Spin on Vintage Wooden Decor
Now You Can Sling Your Camp Hammock Anywhere
ENO Nomad Hammock Stand: Because you can’t always find two perfect trees.
Related: The Perfect Adventure Hammock
Premium Dress Shoes at Non-Premium Prices
Beckett Simonon Valencia Oxford: Each whole-cut shoe is handcrafted by a master artisan in Portugal from a single piece of full-grain Argentine leather. Preorder now for $100 off the list price and free U.S. shipping. — Caitlyn Shaw, Social Media Coordinator
Related: How to Buy $1,000 Dress Shoes, for Less Than Half the Price
Go Ahead and Wear This Fitness Smartwatch with Your Suit
Suunto Spartan Trainer Wrist HR: All the high-performance fitness tracking and smartwatch functions you’d expect from a Suunto, in slick, luxe colorways.
Related: Not Sold on Smartwatches? This Is the Smart Timepiece for You
Olive Green Is the New Black
DSPTCH Moss Colorway Collection: A capable and stylish addition to your commuter arsenal.
Related: 23 Great Backpacks for Every Occasion
An Italian-Made Rolling Home
Fiat Ducato 4×4 Expedition Camper: Fiat is making a big splash in the crowded public pool that is #vanlife.
Related: A Camper and Truck Combo That Can Tackle Any Trail
Gear Patrol Field Guide: American Craft Beer
From the Gear Patrol Store: Introducing your favorite new printed thing. What ever happened to the humble field guide — that thumb-able, spiral-bound companion we kept nearby as a quick go-to resource for our latest obsession? Ah yes, Google. We’re not here to refute the speed of a search engine, but damn if we don’t love a great thing to hold and reference. That said, we’re pleased to introduce you to our latest creation, Gear Patrol Field Guides.
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How to save on Hydro Flask bundles, Adidas activewear and a Café Du Cycliste jersey.
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