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Welcome to the Gear Patrol weekend edition, where we gather the week's best gear news, roundups and stories. Here's what you missed.

150+ New Affordable Launches That've Launched This Year

150+ New Affordable Launches That've Launched This Year

Dozens of watch brands. 150+ references. One price cap. Here are the affordable watches that have caught our eye so far this year.

Made In Cookware® - The Cookware Chefs Actually Use

Plenty of cookware brands will pay a famous chef to hold a pan and smile. Made In doesn't do that. Their cookware is used in 4,000+ professional kitchens and has been adopted by millions of home cooks.

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Most people who need a full kitchen replacement start with their Cookware Sets, where you’ll find their best deals. Pasta lovers need the 3 QT Saucier, the piece chefs call their most-reached-for pan and is the pan that powers world-famous Italian joints like Mother Wolf in L.A.

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BMW’s Breathtaking Next-Gen Performance Bike Surfaces True to the Vision

BMW’s Breathtaking Next-Gen Performance Bike Surfaces True to the Vision

Recent documents reveal that the brand's jaw-dropping carbon-clad stunner continues to be top of mind.
Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Quietly Got Its Own Nikes

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Quietly Got Its Own Nikes

Whether Nike formalizes these designs into a purchasable release remains unknown.
The Best Adidas Sneakers of 2026 (So Far)

The Best Adidas Sneakers of 2026 (So Far)

From record-breaking runners to reinvented classics, these are the sneaker releases that have defined the German sportswear giant this year.
New Balance’s Classically Styled, Techy Lifestyle Stunner Returns

New Balance’s Classically Styled, Techy Lifestyle Stunner Returns

The comfort- and style-focused 530 sneaker gets a new look, dressed in one of the most recognizable patterns ever created.
This Elevated, Overlanding-Ready Adventure Van Just Begs to Hit the Road

This Elevated, Overlanding-Ready Adventure Van Just Begs to Hit the Road

Utah-based Vertical Vans has whipped up a fresh Sprinter conversion that's ready for all your outdoor pursuits.
The Best New Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2026 (Updated)

The Best New Gadgets and Hi-Fi Releases of 2026 (Updated)

Including Samsung's latest announcements, audiophile-grade bookshelf speakers and a 35mm film camera that costs just $35.
Vans’ Latest Drop Borrows a Page from Clark’s Iconic Desert Boots

Vans’ Latest Drop Borrows a Page from Clark’s Iconic Desert Boots

With its heritage-inspired sole and loafer-inspired soul, the new Skate Loafer 53 Crepe combines capable skate tech with an iconic menswear silhouette.
A British Hi-Fi Elite Just Dropped a Set of Bookshelf Speakers for Rising Audiophiles

A British Hi-Fi Elite Just Dropped a Set of Bookshelf Speakers for Rising Audiophiles

The legendary brand just launched a new entry-level loudspeaker range.
Todd Snyder’s Signature Elevated Trucker Jacket Achieves Perfection

Todd Snyder’s Signature Elevated Trucker Jacket Achieves Perfection

The Italian Suede Dylan Jacket, arguably Todd Snyder's greatest creation, looks better than ever in a new color.
20 New Backpacks That’ll Change How You Travel, Work and Explore

20 New Backpacks That’ll Change How You Travel, Work and Explore

From carry-on-compliant daypacks to laptop-ready commuter bags, these are the new backpacks worth knowing about right now.
Christopher Ward’s Signature Titanium Sports Becomes Genuine Arm Candy

Christopher Ward’s Signature Titanium Sports Becomes Genuine Arm Candy

The 36mm titanium version of The Twelve gets a new dial inspired by the crystal shimmer of rock candy, available in six vibrant colors.
Apple Is Quietly Giving Your iPhone an Awesome New Ability

Apple Is Quietly Giving Your iPhone an Awesome New Ability

It's simple, but it'll save you time and you'll use it often.
Carhartt Updates Its Iconic Workwear Classic with Modern Materials

Carhartt Updates Its Iconic Workwear Classic with Modern Materials

The new Denim Detroit Jacket modernizes the timeless original while preserving the details that made it a generational favorite.
Porsche’s Genius New Patent Rethinks a Central Enthusiast-Grade Feature

Porsche’s Genius New Patent Rethinks a Central Enthusiast-Grade Feature

Zuffenhausen has a cool idea to give one of its enthusiast-grade interior options an extra dose of functionality.