All posts in “Gear for Men”

No Sweat: Dewalt Xtreme 12V Max 5-in-1 Driver

With the launch of the Xtreme 12V Max 5-in-1 cordless drill/driver, Dewalt is putting DIY versatility in the palm of your hand. This new multi-head cordless driver includes a variety of different size/shape drill heads, enabling you to get the tool into tight, awkward spots with ease. The compact brushless 12V design includes a 1/4″ hex bit holder (built-in), 1/4″ hex quick release chuck, 3/8″ drill chuck, 1/4″ hex right angle attachment, and a 1/4″ hex offset attachment.

Your New Everydaypack: Mission Workshop Speedwell VX

The Speedwell VX from Mission Workshop is a versatile top-loading daypack merging retro-90s looks with modern performance. Constructed of rugged Polyant X-Pac fabric, this 20-liter pack has a pocket for a 16” MacBook and is also hydration compatible for bladders up to 3-liters. Made in the USA.

Mad Max: Fury Road Rigs Go Up for Auction

More than a dozen vehicles from the 2015 psycho-apocalyptic action movie Mad Max: Fury Road will soon be up for auction with Lloyd’s. These custom-built and highly modified movie vehicles are all fully functioning rides. Cars include the War Rig tanker truck, a ’32 Chevy coupe rat rod, the Jag Flamer, and the F-250 Saber Tooth. Bidding begins September 25.

Haul It All with the 5-Day Mule Bag

At 55-liters, the 5-Day Mule Bag from Roark is sized perfectly for travel. And to keep cargo organized, there are perfectly-placed pockets all over. Inside there’s a padded laptop compartment, hidden passport/valuables pocket. External pockets for water bottle, elastic tie-downs, and air-flow padding in back make for practical, comfortable carry. 4 colors.

Do it for Your Dogs: GPCA’s X Clip PRO Set

A more modern and functional dog leash seems a bit overdue. Enter GPCA and their X Clip PRO Set. It’s a full 360º system that features a re-designed stainless clasp and a carabiner handle that can be clipped to your belt for hands-free walking. It can also be configured for no-pull leashing for those dogs that take YOU for a walk. Choose from titanium or steel carabiner. A funded Kickstarter.

North Street has a Proper Pack for Your Back

Handmade in Portland, Oregon with exclusively USA-sourced materials, North Street is a bag brand on a mission to do things right. Their Davis Daypack, a case in point. It’s constructed of Ecopak EPX sailcloth, a highly water-resistant fabric made from recycled polyester. It features a versatile roll-top design for easy access plus internal pockets for organization. Two side pockets are perfectly sized for standard water bottles and U-locks.

Get The Blaze Burning with RockeFire

For campfires, grills, smokers, and more, RocketFire lights the fire in seconds. That’s what a propane torch will do. This one screws onto a standard MAPP or propane can and features a trigger ignition handle and a 20-inch wand for safety. The rocket-tip of the wand blasts an adjustable 25K BTU flame that will get you lit and burning with no delay. A funded Kickstarter.

This Water Bottle Packs Flat for Easy Everyday Carry

Designed to fit flat in your bag for effortless daily carry, the stainless steel Memo Bottle is an ideal alternative to single-use plastic and the sale of each bottle provides 5-months of clean water to those in need through water.org. The bottles are available in 8, 16, 20, & 32 ounce sizes and feature a leakproof metal lid and scratch resistant finish. Choose black or white. A funded Kickstarter.

The Nest is a Powerful, Pocketable Organizer

The Nest from Orbitkey is a portable valet tray and pocketable wireless charger that keeps your stuff powered-up & organized. Its 10W wireless Qi charging pad will keep your watch and earpods topped up and its padded, customizable interior keeps everything organized and secure with pockets and sleeves for all your EDC. The lid stays locked down with an elastic shock-cord closure.

Make & Shake A Proper Cocktail Anywhere You Want

With a design inspired by a Mason Jar, High Camp’s portable cocktail shaker is a 20oz, vacuum-insulated vessel that converts into a highball tumbler with an innovative strainer design. The 3-piece configuration lets you shake it at home or take it to-go. Choose from black, stainless, or copper finish.

LEGO Technic Goes Big with App-Controlled Cat Bulldozer

The 3854-piece app-controlled Cat D11 Bulldozer from LEGO Technic is a meticulously detailed replica of Cat’s biggest & baddest bulldozer. 10-inches tall, nearly 2-feet long & recommended for ages 18+, this 3-motor RC dozer uses LEGOs’ CONTROL+ app, allowing builders to drive and steer, then raise, lower and tilt the blade or raise and lower the ripper and ladder. Available October 1.

Lighten Your Luggage with Flat Pack Toiletries

Traveling light remains the focus of the Matador brand. Their Flat Pack Toiletries collection is a capsule of waterproof roll-top bags that pack flat and keep your luggage light. Choose from the 2-liter toiletry case, Soap Bar case, and TSA-approved toiletry bottles. All are soft-sided and pack completely flat.

Nerf Honors Aliens with Limited M41-A Pulse Blaster

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the iconic Aliens film, Nerf’s LMTD Aliens M41-A Pulse blaster captures details from the film—weapons used by the Colonial Marine Corps. Re-enact epic alien battles with this pump-action Pulse blaster, it launches 2 different kinds of darts for taking down Xenomorphs or just shooting targets. Fast-blast 10 Elite darts in a row or launch Mega darts with the pump.  Amazing.

Turn Your Tailgate into a Gathering Place with Tail Table

The Tail Table transforms your vehicle’s tailgate into a proper hang-out spot. It’s a versatile table that connects seamlessly to your car’s U-latch or I-latch, giving you a 48” X 30” table & cutting board as well as drink holders for up to 6 beverages. For the trailhead, campsite or a day at the beach, it’s ideal. Plus, the table folds away for flat compact storage, so you can keep it conveniently in your vehicle. Choose from satin black, frosted white, or wood grain.

If it Burns, This Titanium Camp Stove Can Use it for Fuel

The MFSS or Multi-Fuel Survival Stove is a compact & ultralight titanium backpacking stove that burns biomass like wood, twigs, & pinecones, cardboard, as well as denatured alcohol; 91%+ isopropyl, or even Everclear. as well as solid fuel tabs like Hexamine & PDW’s own Ti-Line Alcohol Burner Core fuel. Designed to fit & nest in most 500ML backpacking pots it’s a self-contained cook kit that weighs just 4.3 ounces.

Snow Peak’s Living Lodge Makes Base Camp Comfy

The outdoor innovators at Snow Peak are experts in backcountry comfort and their new Living Lodge is a spacious hybrid that can serve as tent, group dining area, rainy day base camp, kitchen and more. The design features large mesh side windows for ventilation and wide triangular doors at the ends. All of it battens down to be fully weatherproof for shelter & comfort whether you’re glamping or deep in the wilderness. Available in 2 sizes.