GEAR REPORT 3: Hoka Bondi 9, Osprey Transporter Duffel, Suunto Sonic, and More...

Apparel and hard goods for the adventure-seeking man—for travel and daily life.

NOTE: In the next couple of weeks, I’m going to make some light changes to the format of my newsletters. No sections are going away. Just optimizing.

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I mixed in a handful of new releases for today’s GEAR REPORT, with a focus on fitness and outdoor related products.

Here are some picks you should get eyes on first:

• Hoka Bondi 9 - The ultra-plush running shoe got a new midsole, a redesigned collar, and 2mm more in stack height

• Arc'teryx Atom Hoody Revised - New is an eco-friendly FC0 DWR finish and colors like Dynasty, Canvas/Forage, and Soulsonic

• Osprey Transporter Squffel - 70L hybrid duffel-backpack made from Bluesign-certified 630D NanoTough fabric. You can pre-order now over at REI.

• Suunto Sonic - The price point on these makes them a solid starter pair for those who’ve never tried bone conduction headphones.

Drop a comment if you have any questions + favorite picks below. Find any new gear or apparel I should know about? The LIVE A LITTLE inbox is always open.

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THE GOOD STUFF

• Gerber Shard DT Baltic Haze Hills ($9)

• Osprey Transporter Squffel 70L ($220)

• Arc’teryx Atom Men’s Hoody Revised ($300)

• BioLite Dash 450-C Running Headlamp ($60)

• LMNT Hydration Variety Pack ($20)

• Suunto Sonic Bone Conduction Headphones ($149)

• Hoka Bondi 9 ($170)

• G-Shock Solar GW6900-1 ($140)

• ReMarkable 2 Digital Notebook Portfolio ($599)

• Anker Power Bank 25K/165W ($99)

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INROADS

Here’s When You Should Change Your Workout Routine

Last year, I found solid results in the gym by changing my weightlifting routine. I like the 6 tips at the end on how to alter your workouts immediately [Muscle and Fitness]

Meet Francis Mallmann: The King of Outdoor Cooking

I first learned about Mallmann in a 2018 episode of Parts Unknown. Bourdain met with him briefly at a restaurant in Buenos Aires. This short doc interviews Mallmann at his beautiful home in Patagonia [Yes Chef]

The Science of Perfect Sleep with Dr. Matthew Walker

Why is sleep so essential? What happens when we sleep, and how can we optimize our sleep to maximize its benefits? I enjoyed how many sleep Q’s were answered in this episode [Modern Wisdom]

First Look: Ultima Oasis, Antarctica

Since when did people start taking luxury overnight trips in Antarctica? I thought only scientists could hang around on the land. This resort offers 24-hour stays at $10k, and requires a charter flight just to get in [Conde Nast Traveler]

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LIVE A LITTLE

Results earned. Not given.

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READ MORE FROM THE ARCHIVES

• FIELD JOURNAL 15 has a recommended piece on the best pre-workout breakfast foods. I’ve already been making changes to my morning routine when eating under 30 minutes before a workout.

• My first GEAR CHECK interview is now live. I asked my friend Joe Falcone the things he can’t live without.

• If you like GEAR REPORT, my last edition focuses on city adventure tech. There’s a badass 2-in-1 Combat Jacket in there I especially love.

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THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Leave a comment if you wanna talk gear.