We publish our weekly roundup of gear news for you to enjoy over the weekend. Savor it with your Saturday morning coffee, or use it to fend off the existential panic of Sunday night — it’s up to you. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at tig@gearpatrol.com.
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Forget Champagne, We’re Drinking This Champagne-Sized Miller High Life on New Year’s Eve
The literal Champagne of Beers.
This Weird Blanket Sold Out Immediately the Last Time It Was Available
Authenticity50's new hyped duvets are full of wool instead of down.
Looking for Instant Pot Recipes? This New App Has More than 1,000
Get access to over 1,000 customized Instant Pot recipes through its new app, made in collaboration with Drop.
These Limited-Edition Red Wing Heritage Boots Are Designed by a Japanese Streetwear Legend
Red Wing Heritage's American design meets Fragment Design's Japanese craftsmanship on two limited-edition boots.
The Best New Coffee Gear of the Year, According to Coffee Nerds
Hundreds of new gadgets and brew equipment hit the coffee scene every year. These were the best, according to a cabal of coffee nerds.
This Is the Best Cigar of the Year, According to Experts
Cigar Aficionado's number one pick for the best cigar of 2019 is a masterpiece of a Nicaraguan. Get it before they're gone.
Motoring
Is This the Most Ridiculous Land Rover Defender Ever Made?
There are plenty of ways to play up a Defender's best traits. Yacht-inspired teak? Not really one of them.
This Truck’s Tailgate Could Be an Absolute Gamechanger for the Pickup World
No more dirtying your pants or hyperextending your arms to reach inside the bed? Sounds great.
Porsche Is Working on a Flying Sports Car
Society has dreamed of flying cars for nearly a century. Porsche and Boeing might be about to make those dreams come true.
Our Favorite Honda of the 2000s Is Back, and Better Than Ever
An icon is getting revamped with some modern Honda accessories.
The Next Cadillac Escalade’s Screen Is 6 Times Bigger Than Your New iPhone’s
The Cadillac Escalade will respond to the Lincoln Navigator with, you guessed it, something big and ostentatious.
Mazda’s Sporty, Affordable New Crossover for Millennials Is Now on Sale
It looks great, it drives well, and you can afford it without giving up your avocado toast.
Is Land Rover Planning to Attack the Ford Raptor With a Badass Defender?
So, Land Rover just bought a company that specializes in making off-road-racing-spec Defenders...
Why Do the Subaru Outback’s Headlights Make It Less Safe than the Legacy? We Found Out
The IIHS's ratings for the Outback and Legacy didn't seem to make sense, so we started asking questions.
Survive the Apocalypse With Ease in This Earth-Bound Mars Rover
Even the end of days can't stop this amphibious 10-wheel-drive beast.
Our 5 Favorite Camper Vans of 2019
The best of the best, ranging from 4x4 overlanding beasts to 3D-printed visions of the future.
Three-Quarters of Mercedes-AMG’s Cars May Have to Die Next Year, Report Says
Changes could affect some of our favorite Mercedes models.
The Electric Ford F-150’s Front Trunk Could Be Its Killer App
Ford could make it easier than ever to grab stuff out of the trunk.
Outdoors and Fitness
One of 2019’s Coolest EDC Knives Is on Sale
Helle has been making knives in remote Norway for nearly a century, but the Kletten is its first genuine EDC blade.
You’ve Never Seen an Ultralight Backpack Like This One
The newest backpack from Swedish outdoor gear maker Klättermusen is loaded with features but lacking in color.
I Want This Gorgeous New Gravel Bike So Bad It Hurts, Don’t You?
When it comes to off-roading, the new Ritte Satyr just might be the GOAT.
It’s Cold AF out so Here’s a Guide to Some of the Best New Parkas
No matter your personality or needs, one of these four cozy options is bound to suit you.
This New Clothing Is for People Who Don’t Like Riding Bikes Outside
With temperatures dropping into the teens and snowstorms becoming frequent, cyclists are getting forced indoors and Rapha is at the ready with all-new kit.
Style
This Wild Hiking Boot Is One of the Coolest Releases of 2019
Pacific Northwest bootmakers Danner and Japanese hi-tech outdoors brand White Mountaineering just made one of the wildest hiking boots you'll ever see.
These California-Made Sweats Are Twice as Beefy as Any Other Sweats You Own
Contemporary New York label 18east and California-based knitwear brand Standard Issue Tees have just sweat out a heavy collab.
Our Favorite Knives and Sunglasses Now Come in the Same Cool Material
Portland knife maker James and independent eyewear brand Raen Optics just released the sharpest EDC collab around.
This Upcycled Down Jacket Is Made from Vintage Military Fabrics
Premium denim brand 3sixteen and Seattle-based outdoors brand Crescent Down Works used vintage military fabrics for their collaboration.
Tech
Would You Pay $25 for This AirPods Cleaning Kit?
How much are you willing to pay to get your AirPods case completely lint- and grime-free?
You Never Have to Plug In These Wireless Headphones
Is having to charge your wireless headphones a huge inconvenience?
The Desktop Monitor That Mac Users Love Has a Terrific New Trick
LG's new line of UltraFine displays adds some radically different features. They look really cool.
Watches
One of Our Favorite Watches of SIHH 2019 Just Got a Makeover
Laurent Ferrier's Galet Annual Calendar Montre École was beautiful in black, white or blue, but a an opaline dial takes it to the next level.
These Japan-Only, Enamel-Dial Watches Are Some of Seiko’s Best
Two new Presage models with enamel dials and automatic movements are beautiful, but you'll have to fly across the pond to buy them.
This Leather Pouch Is the Perfect Last-Minute Gift for a Watch Lover
These mini leather watch pouches are made specifically for storing or traveling with bracelet-equipped watches.
This Affordable, Automatic Watch Is Sized and Priced Just Right
UK-based microbrand Hervé's first watch is the Alvia, and it features an automatic movement, 38mm case, versatile looks and a $380 price tag.
Get an Affordable Version of a Dive Watch Classic for Under $300
Featuring a unique dial design available in multiple colors, the Seascape is a super compressor-style dive watch that won't break the bank.
This Affordable Automatic Watch Features a Festive Green-and-White Porcelain Dial
A young brand focusing on beautiful porcelain dials and Chinese cultural motifs introduces a stunning, limited-edition watch.
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