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Today in Gear: May 20, 2013

Spot Global Phone Made for the rugged outdoorsman, this satellite phone handles text messaging, voice calling, voicemail and emergency calls the world over. An available data kit allows a computer to jump aboard the uplink, and up to four hours of talk time means you’ll never miss a call.
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Spot Global Phone
Made for the rugged outdoorsman, this satellite phone handles text messaging, voice calling, voicemail and emergency calls the world over. An available data kit allows a computer to jump aboard the uplink, and up to four hours of talk time means you’ll never miss a call. $499
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2(X)IST No-Show Sock Collection
Say what you will about 2(X)IST’s skivvy ads, but these ultra low, no-show socks with a stubborn rubber grip on the heel are a nice little secret the next time you wear boat shoes. Just don’t call ’em footies. $10
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Porsche 918 Spyder
Porsche’s newest track terror is a far cry from the 911 we know and love; in fact, it’s a hybrid. But with all-wheel drive, a carbon fiber subframe, impossibly good looks and a 608 horsepower V8 linked to a 115 kW electric motor, it’s certainly an even farther cry from a Prius. $845,000
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Eephus League Official Baseball Scorebook
Take a pencil out to the ballgame. Keep score the old-fashioned way with these freshly minted books — there are spaces for scores, sure, but also for what you’re eating and who’s singing the national anthem. $15 ()
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Sony Mastered in 4k Blu-rays
Starting this spring, Sony is rolling out ultra high-res HD re-releases with richer colors to showcase the upscaling abilities of their latest 4K televisions. Well, sort of. They’re actually 1080p Blu-rays remastered off a 4K master. Marketing ploy or realistic quality bump? We’ll let you decide once the limited set of titles hits shelves. $14+
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Alpha Warrior Obstacle Course
Complete the entire 30+ obstacle course and you’ll be a proven Alpha Warrior. Designed to push active and fit people to their limits, the obstacles — “Gut Buster” and “Alcatraz” to name a couple — are serious business, with no running in between. Note: BYO warpaint. alphawarrior.com

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