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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 11, 2021

The Taschen Ultimate Collector Cars Book Series Is Availa...

As car enthusiasts, we look to find automotive connections throughout our daily routines, whether it be inspired through clothing or casual reading. The Taschen Ultimate Collector Cars publication by Charlotte and Peter Fiell features a two-volume series curating 100 of the most desirable cars of all time. Through a collection of high-resolution imagery and reputable information, modern and vintage models that play significant roles in the automotive industry are further explained in great detail. The collection includes a commemorative book sleeve that houses the elegantly styled hardcover books. Inside the first page, each set incorporates a stamp that numbers all of the limited 10,000 units produced. From the 2020 McLaren Speedtail to a 1903 Mercedes-Simplex 40hp, The Taschen Ultimate Collector Cars publication is the perfect reading material for all car collectors and enthusiasts. Shop the newest automotive book series from Taschen by clicking the link below. Shop Now For more Gear news, Check out TAG Heuer Releases Golf And Wellness Updates For Its Connected Collection

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 18, 2021

Top 10 Best Radar Detectors On The Market For Exotic Cars

The key to enjoying the driving experience for any car enthusiast is safety, especially when behind the wheel of some of the powerful supercars in the world. Speeding tickets are most commonly issued citation, so why not better adapt to your surroundings with a radar detector. The amount of functions and technology behind each device can make it hard for anyone to decide which is best for their driving habits. In this special, we have compiled a list of the Top 10 Best Radar Detectors on the Market. Shop any of the products featured in this special by clicking the links below. Beltronics Walmart Beltronics USA BEL940 Detector Price: $273.41 Buy From Walmart Beltronics "Vector 940 Radar/Laser Detector". Dominates X/K/Ka radar sensitivity with full compliment of features and functions and a limited selection of digital voice messages. Model Number: V940 Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: No Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Cobra Cobra Cobra Road Scout 2-In-1 Radar Detector and Dash Camera Price: $449.95 Now $399.95 Buy From Cobra The Cobra Road Scout offers an innovative 2-in-1 driver alert solution. Designed with intelligent sensors that monitor and detect road threats combined with a high definition dash cam to capture unexpected moments Model Number: 0181000-0 Number Of Bands: 2 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Cobra Cobra DualPro 360° Price: $449.95 Buy From Cobra Engineered in the United States, the DualPro 360° is the first Cobra multi-directional radar detection system with unmatched accuracy and patented AutoLearn® technology to eliminate false alerts. Model Number: 0180011-1 Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Escort Best Buy Escort MAX 360c Radar and Laser Detector Price: $649.99 Buy From Best Buy Drive confidently and securely with this Wi-Fi enabled Escort Max radar and laser detector. It works with the Escort Live app for real-time information on your location's current speed limit and reported traffic incidents. Model Number: 0100037-1 Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Best Buy Escort Max 360 Radar Detector Price: $499.99 Buy From Best Buy This Escort Max 360 0100024-2 radar detector features USB connectivity, a smartphone app and connection to the DEFENDER database to provide you with up-to-date, real-time alerts. GPS AutoLearn technology isolates real signals from false alarms. Model Number: 0100024-2 Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Radenso Amazon Radenso XP Radar Detector Price: $249.99 Buy From Amazon GPS Lockout capability lets the Radenso XP remember common false alerts along your regularly driven routes so you never have to listen to the same false alert twice. Model Number: Radenso XP Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Uniden Best Buy Uniden R3 DSP Long Range Radar/Laser Detector Price: $275.99 Buy From Best Buy Stay aware of authorities on the road with this Uniden long-range radar detector. Its extreme radar sensitivity picks up surrounding signals quickly, and its GPS feature delivers red light camera alerts to keep you informed while you drive. Model Number: R3BLK Number Of Bands: 2 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Best Buy Uniden R7 Radar Detector Price: $426.99 Buy From Best Buy Avoid speeding tickets with this Uniden R7 radar detector. The large OLED display includes arrows that identify the direction of incoming threats and change color on a scale of green to red to indicate the signal's strength. Model Number: UNIDEN R7 Number Of Bands: 2 with Laser GPS Enabled: No Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Whistler Best Buy Whistler Bilingual Laser Radar Detector with Internal GPS Price: $169.99 Buy From Best Buy Whistler laser radar detector uses an internal GPS to provide you with the locations of red light and speed cameras throughout North America and updates easily via a USB port. This Whistler laser radar detector provides bilingual voice and text alerts to keep you informed of conditions as you drive. Model Number: CR93 Number Of Bands: 4 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield Valentine One Amazon Valentine One V1 Gen 2 Radar Detector Price: $559.98 Buy From Amazon V1 Gen2 is an entirely new security instrument that outperforms by a clear margin even the most highly-evolved version of V1. Inside the all-new magnesium case is an all-new, and patented, radar-seeking engine adapted from a concept used by military CHIRP radars to find fainter targets farther away with higher precision. Model Number: V1 GEN2 Number Of Bands: 3 with Laser GPS Enabled: Yes Voice Alerts: Yes Mounting Style: Windshield For more Top List news, Check out The Top 10 High-End Running Shoes To Pack In Your Gym Bag

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 17, 2021

Top Luxury Smart Watches To Keep You Connected All Day

In today’s world, everyone's tasks are on the go and require a schedule, whether it's work-related or just day-to-day activities. Luckily, technology stepped in and made our professional and personal lives easier with a modern take on a classic tool, the wristwatch. Smartwatches have been on the market for quite some time, but recently we are seeing traditional timepiece manufacturers taking a stab at the trend. In today’s special, we compiled a list of the Top Luxury Smart Watches to keep you connected all day. Shop any of the smartwatches featured in this special by clicking the links below. Apple Best Buy Series 6 44mm GPS + Cellular Price: $529 Buy From Best Buy Apple Watch Series 6 lets you measure your blood oxygen level with a revolutionary new sensor and app. Take an ECG from your wrist. See your fitness metrics on the enhanced Always-On Retina display, now 2.5x brighter outdoors when your wrist is down. Set a bedtime routine and track your sleep. And with cellular service, you can go without your phone. It's the ultimate device for a healthier, more active, more connected life. Casio G-Shock Amazon Move GBDH1000-8 Price: $399.99 Buy From Amazon The new GBH1000 G-SHOCK Move watch is equipped with heart rate monitor and GPS. Useful workout functions include an optical sensor for heart rate, along with bearing, altitude/barometric pressure, and temperature sensors, and an accelerometer for step counting. These five sensors help to keep you in close touch of your current activity in real time. The GPS feature allows you to access location information when needed. Citizen Best Buy CZ Smartwatch 46mm Stainless Steel Price: $395 Buy From Best Buy The new CZ Smart smartwatch is designed for every moment. Inspired by the rich design of Citizen’s iconic sport technical timepieces, CZ Smart marries modern technologies with the style and quality you expect from Citizen. The sport edition features a color touchscreen dial and black anodized aluminum top ring, framed and finished with a gunmetal, ion-plated stainless steel case and bracelet. Fitbit Best Buy Versa 3 Health & Fitness Smartwatch Price: $229.95 Buy From Best Buy Meet Fitbit Versa 3--the smartwatch with everything you need to just go. Track your pace & distance--and leave your phone at home--with built-in GPS. You can also get call, text and app notifications, use Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa Built-in and control Spotify, Deezer and Pandora when your phone is nearby. Garmin Garmin USA Vívoactive® 3 Music Price: $249.99 Buy From Garmin From playing sports to playing your favorite songs, vívoactive 3 Music is the smartwatch for your active life. It features on-device music storage, so you can bring your tunes along for every workout. This sporty smartwatch has wrist-based heart rate² and more than 15 preloaded sports apps, so you can choose how you like to get fit. Built-in GPS lets you accurately record outdoor activities. SUUNOTO Amazon Core Outdoor Watch Price: $229 Buy From Amazon Suunto Core Classic packs the key outdoor features in a robust construction with a comfortable elastomer strap. Combining an altimeter, barometer, and compass with weather information, Suunto Core Classic is the essential tool for your adventures. Samsung Best Buy Galaxy Watch Active2 Smartwatch 44mm Aluminum Price: $269 Now $219.99 Buy From Best Buy Enhance your sporting performance with this Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Bluetooth smartwatch. Monitor your workouts and receive detailed reports on your performance even as the running coach feature gives you important insight in real time. This Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Bluetooth smartwatch analyses your sleep pattern and offers helpful advice on how to improve it. TAG Heuer Amazon Connected Modular 45 Price: $2,232.50 Buy From Amazon With a perfect design, excellent materials and a wealth of integrated applications, each innovation of the TAG Heuer Connected has been studied to adapt to your personality. The high-definition screen is visible at all times, to better monitor your performance. For more Top List news, Check out The Top 10 High-End Running Shoes To Pack In Your Gym Bag

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 12, 2021

New McLaren F1 '21 Season Merchandise Collection Now Avai...

The 2021 Formula 1 season is slowly approaching, with multiple team and driver changes, making for an interesting start. Team McLaren is proud to begin the season with the release of its 2021 Apparel and Accessories Collection. The collection features classic Mclaren styles, as well as uniquely designed products by Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo. No matter the weather conditions, McLaren has you covered with the outerwear, sports apparel, and accessories needed to help support the team. Shop the McLaren F1 2021 Merchandise featuring Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo by clicking the links below. Outerwear On a 24/7 schedule, Formula 1 teams face all conditions in styles, and so should you. The outerwear collection features styles to show support and keep you warm. Category: Team Outerwear Products: Jackets and Coats Price Range: $65 - $2,250 Shop Fashion Apparel Apparel Two Drivers means two styles, so shop the performance-driven selection from the Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo McLaren F1 tops. Category: Team Apparel Products: T-shirts, Long-sleeve Shirts, Sweatshirts Price Range: $36.50 - $122 Shop McLaren F1 Apparel Accessories Complete your Team McLaren F1 Look with perfect matching Accessories. Category: Team Accessories Products: Hats, Bottles, Lanyards, Face Masks, Umbrella, Earphones Price Range: $19.60 - $272.40 Shop McLaren F1 Accessories Home Decor Bring the F1 racing home and support Team McLaren with products for the home, including wall and table art styled in classic McLaren orange. Category: Home Decor Products: Poster, Coffee Table Book, Flag Price Range: $30.50 - $96.40 Shop McLaren F1 Home Decor For more Gear news, Check out Wheels X Wardrobe: Valentine’s Day Date Night In The Ferrari LaFerrari Image Source: McLaren Store

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 09, 2021

Porsche Design Spring/Summer '21 Fashion & Sport Collecti...

As seasons begin to change and plans for outdoor activities grow closer, Porsche Design gets a jump on in-season apparel, footwear, and accessories. The Spring/Summer ’21 Sport and Fashion Collections by Porsche Design features styles for all occasions, ensuring comfortable wear from head to toe. In this special, we broke down Porsche Design’s collections into business and sport-focused categories. Click on the links below the featured products to shop the entire collection featuring an array of different styles and color options. Fashion Apparel Finding new solutions - that is what Porsche Design stands for. It is not about following trends it is more about reinventing yourself. Explore the new Fashion Collection now. Category: Fashion Products: Luxury Tops and Bottoms Price Range: $65 - $2,250 Shop Fashion Apparel Footwear Whether it’s a stylish nappa boot, an athletic leather trainer or an elegant low-cut loafer, our collection offers the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Unique business and casual footwear and everything in between. Category: Business and Casual Footwear Products: Boots, Driving Shoes, Loafers, and Sneakers Price Range: $360 - $480 Shop Footwear Fashion Accessories Complete your Porsche Design Look with perfect matching Accessories. Category: Luxury Accessories Products: Belts, Bracelets, Gloves, Scarfs Price Range: $120 - $240 Shop Fashion Accessories Sports Apparel Modern technology like drirelease® Cotton keeps the material dry - from the first to the last minute of your workout. Category: Sport Products: Performance Tops and Bottoms Price Range: $59 - $409 Shop Sports Apparel Sports Bags and Accessories Perfectly matched to your sportiness. The bags and accessories of the sports collection are the perfect companion for all activities. Category: Sport Products: Bags, Bathrobes, Hats, Socks, Towels Price Range: $24- $325 Shop Sports Bags & Accessories For more Gear news, Check out Wheels X Wardrobe: Big Game Bound In The 2020 Shelby Super Snake

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 04, 2021

Puma Motorsport Re-Releases The Speedcat OG+ Sparco Sneak...

The Speedcat OG+ Collection is a staple for Puma’s Motorsport inspired footwear collection, combining track and casual aspects to create the perfect sneaker. Puma Motorsport x Sparco are announcing a re-release because of popular demand and features an array of colorways. The low-cut minimalistic silhouette presents a classic look of a race shoe with the comfort technology capable of relaxing daily wear. The upper is made from soft alcantara. Each pair is sporting the iconic blue Sparco logo on the tongue. The bottom features a traction grabbing rubber outsole with a track pattern that resembles the tire tread needed to conquer any conditions. The Puma Speedcat is making its 20-year return with Sparco to continue its legendary status as a performance-inspired sneaker. Shop all colorways of the Puma Speedcat OG+ Sparco Collection by clicking the link below. For more Puma Motorsport news, Check out Shop The New Puma Motorsport x Porsche Legacy Spring/Summer 2021 Collection Shop Now

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 28, 2021

New BMW Lifestyle & Fashion Collections Now Available

The best way to start the new year and match your BMW is with the new releases from the Lifestyle/Fashion Collection. The clothing and accessory line features minimalistic designs using the iconic BMW logo. The German automotive company focuses on the quality and performance behind the materials, just as they do with each vehicle that rolls off the production line. The idea behind the collection is to help incorporate the quality that BMW has to offer everywhere outside of your vehicle. The lifestyle/fashion collection includes polos, t-shirts, backpacks, small leather goods, iPhone cases, and key chains. Along with the vast product options, each includes different color and material options, ensuring a fit for any BMW owner or enthusiast. Shop the newest releases from the BMW Lifestyle/Fashion Collection by clicking the link below. Shop BMW Lifestyle/Fashion For more Gear news, Check out Shop The New Puma Motorsport x Porsche Legacy Spring/Summer 2021 Collection Image Source: BMW Lifestyle

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 27, 2021

Master & Dynamic x Kevin Durant Release The Limited-Editi...

In the past, Master & Dynamic has partnered with luxury designers such as Lamborghini, Louis Vuitton, and Oliver Peoples. The high-end audio headphone company is now looking outside the box for its next special edition release. Master & Dynamic now is partnering with professional NBA star Kevin Durant on a colorful collection of premium audio devices. Each of the five signature colorways is inspired by a different pair of Nike KD13 sneakers, which correspond to different aspects of Kevin Durant’s musical tastes. The psychedelic-inspired “Easy Money Sniper” pattern, reggae-themed “Sly Servants” design and grunge-inspired “Slim Reaper” colorways reflect the NBA superstar’s frequently played genres, while the energetic “Hype” and hazy “Chill” designs reflect the playlists he uses to pump up before going out on the court and relax after a busy season. The limited-edition Master & Dynamic x Nike KD13 headphones and earphones are currently available by clicking the link below. Shop Master & Dynamic x Nike KD13 Collection For more Gear news, Check out Wheels X Wardrobe: Classy Quattro Featuring The 2021 Audi RS Q8 Image Source: Master & Dynamic

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 21, 2021

The Top 10 High-End Running Shoes To Pack In Your Gym Bag

Picking a comfortable pair of running sneakers is just as hard as deciding what kind of car to buy. There are simply too many options that depend on a variety of variables. That is why we have compiled a list of The Top 10 Best Running Shoes to Pack in Your Gym Bag, featuring a blend of well-known sports footwear manufacturers. Shop the products presented in this special and the other colorways available by clicking the links below. Adidas Finishline Ultraboost 20 Running Shoe Price: $180 Now $140 Buy From Finishline Lightweight, adaptive and high-performance, the Men's adidas UltraBOOST 20 Running Shoes take space-inspired detailing to the next level. In partnership with the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory, the classic UltraBOOST 19 gets an out of this world update. Asics Asics Gel-Kayano 27 Lite-Show Price: $160 Buy From Asics Enjoy excellent comfort and advanced support with the GEL-KAYANO® 27 LITE-SHOW™ running shoe. The redesigned mesh upper helps keep feet cool, while the sole is more flexible to help promote a more natural roll through the gait cycle. This limited model offering also incorporates reflective accents throughout the design, which allow you to stay more visible in low-light conditions. Brooks Nordstrom Ricochet 2 Running Shoe Price: $120 Now $89.95 Buy From Nordstrom Springy energy return meets lightweight comfort in a running shoe set on a fusion of signature DNA cushioning that propels you through any run. The flexible arrow-point tread takes every stride efficiently from heel to toe, while the knit sock upper stays breathable as it moves naturally with your foot. Hoka One One Nordstrom Clifton 7 Running Shoe Price: $130 Buy From Nordstrom The Hoka One One Clifton 7 is engineered for a smooth ride with a lightweight fit. This all-distance running shoe sheds pounds with an open-weave upper and gravity-defying sole. It sports a plush collar that eases Achilles pressure, with a stable base set on targeted rubber plugs for traction only where you need it. Jordan Finishline Pairs Saint-Germain Air Zoom Price: $140 Buy From Finishline Sleek, sophisticated and street-ready, the Men's Jordan Air Zoom Renegade x Paris Saint-Germain Casual Shoes offer up plenty of style and comfort for your all-day wear. Rock these sneaks with your favorite Jordan x Paris Saint-Germain collaboration wardrobe staples for a truly iconic head-to-toe look. New Blance Shoe Palace Vision Racer Price: $150 Buy From Shoe Palace The Vision Racer blends elements from the X Racer and the 1700 model to create a chunky but athletic sneaker. Cast in a luscious yellow hue this pair of vegan-friendly sneakers delivers the perfect blend of a bold visual style and comfort. Complete with branding to the side wall a translucent outsole reveals VISION printed along the length of the shoe. Nike Amazon Nike Air Zoom Tempo NEXT% Price: $200 Buy From Nike The Nike Air Zoom Tempo NEXT% mixes durability with a design that helps push you toward your personal best. The result is a shoe built like a racer, but made for your everyday training routine. On-Running On-Running Cloudflow Price: $139.99 Buy From On-Running 18 adaptive Cloud elements and Helion™ superfoam combine with the re-engineered Speedboard™ to turn impact into acceleration. The curved heel unit means better hold, durability and comfort. Strategic taping and a new lacing configuration offer sure-footed freedom and support for high-speed goals. Puma Puma Calibrate Runner Mono Price: $140 Buy From Puma A scientific advancement by human and machine: calculated cushioning by PUMA. Calibrate Runner is powered by XETIC technology and coded in a language of its own—with meticulously-tested cushioning, conceived and fine-tuned in a lab for the techiest streetwear collectors. Reebok Finishline Classic Leather Legacy Price: $80 Buy From Finishline Strive to be a legacy in the making whenever you hit the streets in the Men's Reebok Classic Leather Legacy Casual Shoes. Lightweight comfort and plenty of cushioned energy return team up on these must-have sneaks. For more Gear news, Check out Wheels X Wardrobe: Bold And Cold In The Aston Martin DBX

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 14, 2021

Why Eco Friendly Apparel Is The New Luxury Style

A new year calls for new resolutions, and after the year the world had, we need to do all that we can to protect it. Sustainability does not solely rely on implementing recycling habits but instead opens up to an area where we are more commonly affected, like our closet. Our wardrobes are our best reflections, so why wouldn’t we want to be known as sustainable. Sustainable apparel, footwear, and accessories have to also comfortable and performance-driven to be allowed in our closets. This week we have compiled a list of the top eco-friendly brands that back up their goals and values with premium styles for everyone in the family. Shop the sustainable styles featured in this special by clicking the links below. For more Gear news, Check out Puma Motorsport Hints At A 2021 Red Bull Racing Collection With An All New Sneaker Image Source: Allbirds Allbirds Category: Men/Women Shoes and Clothing Price: $10 -250 Shop Allbirds A native of New Zealand, Tim Brown was always well versed in the magical qualities of merino wool. Inherently curious, he began asking himself why such a remarkable, sustainable resource was virtually absent in the footwear industry. And with that spirit of wonder, the Allbirds journey began. Image Source: Alternative Apparel Alternative Apparel Category: Men/Women Apparel Price: $5 - $113 Shop Alternative Apparel Always striving to do more to lessen our impact. We’ve refocused our forward-thinking Alternative Eco® collection to include even more eco fabrics as we continue our efforts to do good and feel good. Image Source: Everlane Everlane Category: Men/Women Clothing and Accessories Price: $10 - $250 Shop Everlane At Everlane, we want the right choice to be as easy as putting on a great T-shirt. That’s why we partner with the best, ethical factories around the world. Source only the finest materials. And share those stories with you—down to the true cost of every product we make. It’s a new way of doing things. We call it Radical Transparency. Image Source: Frank and Oak Frank and Oak Category: Men/Women Apparel and Denim Price: $9.50 - $349 Shop Frank and Oak While style is an expression of the individual, the common necessities of daily Canadian living shapes our relationship with style in significant ways. We design products that are made to last with the highest standards to keep up with our demanding lifestyles, while ensuring minimal impact on the planet we love. Image Source: Made Trade Made Trade Category: Men/Women Apparel and Footwear Price: $10 - $300 Shop Made Trade At Made Trade, we believe we can make the world a more beautiful place by holding ourselves to a higher ethical standard. We call it being “ethically elevated.” It means we put artistry above efficiency. Fair wages above profits. Sustainability above mass production. Quality craftsmanship above mindless consumption. And transparency above everything, as we painstakingly hand-select only the most beautifully-designed, ethically-made goods that put people and our planet first. Image Source: Outdoor Voices Outdoor Voices Category: Men/Women Apparel and Footwear Price: $10 - $140 Shop Outdoor Voices Outdoor Voices is on a mission to get the world moving. We believe freeing fitness from performance starts with having fun and generating endorphins. That's why we create high quality products for Recreation that make you feel strong, confident, and ready for doing things. Image Source: Pact Pact Category: Men/Women/Children Apparel Price: $15 - $90 Shop Pact Everything we make at Pact starts with Earth’s Favorite™ Fiber, Organic Cotton. Growing cotton organically saves vast amounts of water and uses no toxic chemicals.

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