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Barbour’s New Waxed Jacket Is a Masterclass in Military Surplus Style

Barbour’s New Waxed Jacket Is a Masterclass in Military Surplus Style

The British brand teams up with notable Japanese upstart Norbit to translate its town-and-country vocabulary for urban wear.

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Hyperlite Just Made Its Unbound 40 and 55 Packs Even Stronger

Hyperlite has rebuilt its Unbound 40 and 55 around Dyneema Woven Composites, a new fabric that bonds a 100% Dyneema woven face to a waterproof composite core. Two years of R&D on expeditions from Alaska to the Grand Canyon proved it out: more abrasion resistance, more durability, less weight. At 27.6 and 28.7 ounces, both packs are lighter than the originals yet carry heavier loads better. This is all thanks to a second contoured removable stay, a retuned hip belt with improved load transfer, and wider, more naturally curved shoulder straps. Internal seam taping cleans up the exterior, a low profile sewn-in daisy chain replaces bartacked loops, side bottle pockets now work one handed, and a fully removable shockcord system locks down trekking poles or oversized bottles. The result is a lighter, tougher, more capable pack built to go virtually anywhere. It's the kind of do-it-all investment that can take you from a weekend on the trail to your next far-flung adventure.

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We Knife’s Transforming NexoMorph May Be the Most Innovative EDC Knife of the Year, Period

We Knife’s Transforming NexoMorph May Be the Most Innovative EDC Knife of the Year, Period

With a triple-transforming format, this knife morphs from a flipper knife into a push dagger courtesy of some incredible engineering.
New Balance’s Hyped-Up New Futuristic Sneaker Lands in Its Boldest Look Yet

New Balance’s Hyped-Up New Futuristic Sneaker Lands in Its Boldest Look Yet

It's not an archival revival but a Y2K homage. Now it gets a red-hot new variant.
14 Excellent New GiantMouse Knives Worth a Look in 2026 (Updated)

14 Excellent New GiantMouse Knives Worth a Look in 2026 (Updated)

Even as things change, everyone's favorite Danish/Michigander brand continues to dazzle (often darkly) with every release.
Red Wing’s Rugged Chelsea Is Quietly Selling Way Below Retail

Red Wing’s Rugged Chelsea Is Quietly Selling Way Below Retail

The classic, capable silhouette is currently discounted at Zappos, offering fans of the footwear brand a rare chance to save.
Land Rover’s New Heritage Works Program Fast-Tracks Your Dream Defender Classic

Land Rover’s New Heritage Works Program Fast-Tracks Your Dream Defender Classic

The automaker is offering a new option that allows 90 and 110 owners to give their rigs a new lease on life.
Nike’s Original Trail Shoe Gets Back to Its Roots with Vintage Race-Day Charm

Nike’s Original Trail Shoe Gets Back to Its Roots with Vintage Race-Day Charm

One of the biggest footwear stories of the year, the LDV's triumphant return now gets its most retro version yet.
The Best New Soundbars and Home Theater Speakers of 2026 (Updated)

The Best New Soundbars and Home Theater Speakers of 2026 (Updated)

Samsung, Sony, Sonos, Bose and several other massive home audio brands have released new soundbars in 2026.
One of the World’s Coolest Travel Watches Subtly References a Rolex Grail

One of the World’s Coolest Travel Watches Subtly References a Rolex Grail

Nomos Glashütte adds a familiar color scheme to its innovative mechanical travel watch.
Filson Revives an Archival Flight Jacket with Its Signature Water-Resistant Material

Filson Revives an Archival Flight Jacket with Its Signature Water-Resistant Material

The Cover Cloth Bomber Jacket is made with weather-proof waxed cotton and patterned after historic flight jackets.
This Affordable New EDC Knife Showcases Japanese Craftsmanship at Its Finest

This Affordable New EDC Knife Showcases Japanese Craftsmanship at Its Finest

Edge Craft Japan’s Knight Horn builds upon its predecessor’s foundation with even more stunning aesthetics.
Honda’s Most Striking Prelude Is Getting Another Chance to Prove Its Mettle

Honda’s Most Striking Prelude Is Getting Another Chance to Prove Its Mettle

Following a reportedly glowing response in Japan, the automaker is rolling out its Limited Edition for another market.
Hoka’s Retro Trail Shoe Gets a Tactical New Look for Daily Use

Hoka’s Retro Trail Shoe Gets a Tactical New Look for Daily Use

The Mafate 2 OG is Hoka's latest attempt to remaster one of its original shoe designs for urban wear.
Salomon Pays Homage to Vintage Outdoor Gear with Its Heritage Snowclog OG Expedition Shoe

Salomon Pays Homage to Vintage Outdoor Gear with Its Heritage Snowclog OG Expedition Shoe

This resurrected style from the early 2000s gets a rebuild that hearkens back even further into the history of alpinism.
Sony Just Gave a Subtle Upgrade to One of Its Best Affordable Speakers

Sony Just Gave a Subtle Upgrade to One of Its Best Affordable Speakers

One of the biggest names in portable speakers just tweaked its signature model.

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