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Today in Gear is our daily roundup of all the latest product announcements, drops and deals. Comments or concerns? We’d love to hear from you at tig@gearpatrol.com.


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The Dodge Durango SRT Is a Tamed Performance SUV, and That’s Why I Dig It

It may not be the newest performance SUV, but this SRT still has a lot going for it.

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Minimalist, Thoughtful Design Helps These Scandinavian Watches Stand Out from the Crowd

Swedish microbrand Bravur Watches' co-founder Magnus Äppelryd talks about his design background, how Scandinavian design affects his watches, and more.

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Ever Wonder What Those Rings on a Headphone Plug Are For? We Found Out

The number of rings on the headphone jack matters a lot. It has a huge impact on the audio.

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The Best New Bikes for Spring and Summer 2020

From the smoothest roads to the rockiest mountains, this spectrum of two-wheeled wonders is just waiting for you to put your mettle to the pedals.

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How to Shop for Vintage Clothes Online

Our best tips and tricks to get you that grail garment you've been looking for.

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How to Make a Persian Stew You’ll Want to Eat All Week

This braised chicken leg stew features a full spectrum of flavors.

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How Patagonia Transformed Its Advanced R&D Center Into a Face Mask Factory, Almost Overnight

In a matter of days, the brand's hub for long-term, pie-in-the-sky projects became a short-term, PPE-producing superstar. Here's the story.

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The 25 Best Things to Cook with a Cast-Iron Skillet

The limits of a cast-iron skillet are typically one of two things: a general lack of imagination or foods with exceptionally high acidity. This guide fixes one of these things.

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What Do You Get When You Combine Mountain and Road Biking? Only the Fastest-Growing Sport in the Cycling World

The gravel biking scene has exploded in recent years. And now that brands are catching up, it’s easier than ever to join this grassroots peloton.

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These Top-Tier Japanese Sunglasses Are Practically a Steal

Premium shades made in Sabae.

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This Vintage-Inspired Dive Watch Is Now Available in Bronze

Baltic's Aquascaphe, one of our favorite affordable, automatic divers, is getting a new bronze case and a beautiful blue sunray dial.

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This Gorgeous, Super-Luxury Camping Trailer Can Last for 2 Weeks Off the Grid

Bowlus Road Chief has made some game-changing upgrades to their best model.

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Parmigiani Fleurier Just Released an Incredibly Thin, Automatic Tourbillon Watch

The Toric Tourbillon Slate, a new haute horlogerie creation from masterful restorer-turned-watchmaker Michel Parmigiani, is just 9.45mm thick.

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Need a Bulletproof Off-Road Limo (For Some Reason)? Try This Toyota Land Cruiser

For the man who has everything.

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I Don’t Have A Cat But This New Company Makes Me Wish I Did

Cat Person makes me wish I were a cat person.

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Walmart’s New Camping Gear Has More Going for It Than Dirt-Cheap Prices

The online retailer Moosejaw and its parent company Walmart just revealed two new outdoor gear brands with items as cheap as $25.

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This Mercedes Camper Van Is Your Perfect Gateway Into #VanLife

We all dream big, but the Caravan Outfitters Backroad is all the camper you really need.

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Meet Harley-Davidson’s Top-Secret Cafe Racer and Flat Tracker Motorcycles

Harley keeps pushing its own boundaries — and we're into it.

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Bang & Olufsen’s New Portable Speaker Comes at a Sky-High Price

The new Beosound A1 is now fully waterproof (IP67 rated) and fully integrated with Alexa.

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Tesla’s New Technology Could Be a Game Changer for Electric Cars

If Tesla's new tech is legit, truly affordable electric vehicles may be far closer to reality than anticipated.

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A Hellcat Engine Swap Makes This the Ultimate Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Old-school body. Brand new heart.

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What’s the Best Way to Drink Bourbon? Just Ask a Kentuckian

Is there a proper way to drink Bourbon? We asked experts in the industry to weigh in.

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These Are the Best Rubber Watch Straps to Wear This Summer

A rubber watch strap is perfect for the water or for sports, but quality and price vary widely. Here are 7 of the best available.

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The Complete Audi Buying Guide: Every Model, Explained

Audi follows a simple naming format, for the most part, employing letters and numbers.

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The 25 Best Backpacks for Everyday Use

Great backpacks for every budget and lifestyle.

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