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Sep 8, 2026

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The Ultimate Chronograph Reaches Its Final Form

Plus, the North Face's Japanese label goes retro, Suzuki's mid-weight motos get a heritage overhaul and more

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Aug 19, 2026

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Timex's Vintage Ironman Watch Revival Has Never Been More Affordable

Plus, Hoka's trail-to-city sneaker gets a makeover, 10 cool new Suzuki motos and more

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Aug 18, 2026

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Citizen's New Sports Watch Is Almost Impossibly Thin

Plus, three changes coming to your Apple Watch, Hoka's refreshed trail shoe and more

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Aug 6, 2026

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Casio's New Sports Watch Pays Homage to a Cult '70s Seiko

Plus, Nike's ACG hiker goes tactical, the year's best Honda bikes (so far) and more

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Aug 5, 2026

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Hoka Gives an Overdue Update to Its Best-Selling Road Shoe

Plus, Timex's affordable Cartier clone, a retro CD player sale and more

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Aug 4, 2026

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Seiko and Honda Team Up for a Very Japanese Field Watch

Plus, The North Face's next-gen trail shoe, Huckberry's top jeans get an upgrade and more

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Aug 3, 2026

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Seiko's Latest Retro-Modern Diver Is a Stunner

Plus, Honda's affordable adventure moto gets even more wallet-friendly, Vans' weatherproof high-top goes wild and more

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Jul 7, 2026

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Uniqlo Drops a Barbour-Inspired Jacket at a Shockingly Low Price

Plus, Seiko's hyped dive watch collab, Yeti's new EDC backpack and more

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Jul 6, 2026

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Nike Drops New Details on Its Red-Hot Hiking Boot

Plus, Timex's best affordable automatic gets an update, Crocs refines its iconic clog and more

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Jul 3, 2026

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Costco Quietly Becomes a Destination for Car Camping Gear

Plus, a beloved sports car gets better, great deals on Hi-Fi speakers and more

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Jul 2, 2026

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Casio's Ultra-Affordable Hiking Watch Goes Analog

Plus, Adidas upgrades its military trainer, the Dodge Charger gets a new throwback option and more

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Jul 1, 2026

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Salomon's Massively Popular Sneaker Just Got Even Better

Plus, Benchmade upgrades its top-notch tactical knife, New Balance revives a retro runner and more

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Jun 25, 2026

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Volkswagen Is Finally Bringing a Camper Van Back to America

Plus, more vetted Prime Day deals, Christopher Ward's new affordable grail and more

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Jun 23, 2026

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The Prime Day Deals You'll Actually Want to Shop

Plus, a USA-made field watch, Leatherman's upgraded multitool and more

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Jun 22, 2026

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Adidas' New Hybrid Shoe Combines Strength, Speed and Affordability

Plus, a Timex release that isn't a watch, a rising knife brand's impressive new folder and more

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Jun 18, 2026

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Yeti’s Fan-Favorite Cooler Gets a Striking New Look

Plus, a stunning new Subaru, Luminox’s affordable chronograph dive watch goes ashore and more

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