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

Yeti Bets Big on Its Cast Iron Alternative with a New Staple for Camp and Kitchen

Designed for serving a crowd, the generously proportioned Carbon Steel Griddle expands Yeti's growing cookware lineup.

Westfalia’s Latest Premium Camper Brings Room and Refinement to Vanlife

The new Columbus Liner proves that you don't have to go full motorhome to get spacious mobile living accommodations.

Birkenstock and Kith Reunite on a Refined Footwear Capsule

The collection takes two iconic silhouettes and spins them up with tasteful, urbane materials and styling.

Fitbit’s Whoop Challenger Quietly Added a Game-Changing Upgrade

The Fitbit Air launched with great hardware and work-in-progress software. Now, a new partnership with a cult-favorite health startup may shore up the new tracker's biggest weakness.

This Small, Affordable City Ride Aims for an Ambitious New Standard of Driving

There's a new challenger inbound that's looking to take on tiny cars like the Fiat Topolino with a convenience like no other.

Your iPhone’s Spotify App Is Getting a Cool New Ability

The new feature is something most Spotify subscribers will find quite useful.

KEF Just Gave Audiophiles a New Reason to Get Excited

The revered British hi-fi manufacturer just gave a first look at its upcoming audiophile loudspeaker.

Porsche’s Next Cayman Just Got Beat to a Crucial First Show of Force

While Zuffenhausen waffles on the future of the 718, Alpine is quietly making inroads with the next chapter of its lightweight sports car.

The King of Off-Grid Hot Showers Finally Made a System for Casual Car Campers

Portable hot shower systems used to thrive only in custom overland rigs. The Joolca HOTTAP Go changes that calculus for even casual campers willing to pay for the convenience.

Honda’s Affordable New Performance Moto Is Its Most Rider-Friendly Yet

Thanks to its compact size and innovative tech, the sporty bike looks super-approachable right out of the gate.

The Best New Leatherman Releases of 2026 (So Far)

Multi-tools, accessories and a boldly colorful rescue knife — Leatherman's 2026 catalog is broader and more interesting than most fans expect. These are the standouts so far.

New Balance’s Modern Take On Its Premier Runner Is a Neapolitan Daydream

The latest Made in the USA 990v4 release features a delectable new colorway that shows off the shoe's elevated construction and materials.

This Groundbreaking Camper Turns Ford and Toyota Pickups into Off-Road Mansions

Not only does it have a ton of space and built-in amenities, but opening it to full-size is as easy as pushing a button.