Metal gods Metallica have teamed up with San Diego-based mega-microbrewer Stone Brewing to release a signature pilsner inspired by thundering drums & shred-heavy riffage. Stone founder and the band worked together on every step in the process of creating the new “Enter Night” Pilsner. The beer, with special branded packaging will be available nationwide this spring.

The latest in Panerai’s long line of Italian, Navy-grade dive watches is the 47mm Submersible Marina Militare. Available in two models, both powered by a P.9010 automatic movement, its formidable case is made of the brand’s composite Carbotech material with titanium case backs and dials that feature hours, minutes, sub-seconds, & date. The green accented LE model is limited to just 33 pieces, which also comes with a training experience alongside Italy’s elite Navy dive unit, the Comando Subaquei Ed Incursori (COMSUBIN), which also adds a bit to the price tag.

Merging the stretchy comfort of sweats with the windbreaking function of track pants, Relwen’s stretch wind pants are made of a blend of wind-resistant nylon and spandex with a non-swishy matte finish, a slim athletic fit, plus clever features great whether you’re  lounging or working out. Available in navy, black & gray.

The battery-powered ROVA cooler gives you up to 7 days of portable power to keep your provisions fresh & cold when you’re far from a fridge. An efficient compressor does the cooling and it can be powered by the ePod battery, and AC plug or by solar panel. It also offers USB ports, 110V, a Qi wireless dock, integrated cutting board/prep station. Coming in June 2019.

Long hours spent working on your laptop can be a pain in the neck. Wrists, too. The MOFT laptop stand aims to ease your pain. It’s the world’s first adhesive laptop stand, which allows you to instantly improve the ergonomics of laptop time as well as being super lightweight portable, and practically invisible. It offers dual angle adjustment, fits laptops up to 15.6 inches, and connects to your laptop with an adhesive that is easy to remove & leaves no residue. A funded Kickstarter.

Pelican’s impenetrable RUCK cases are a smart, reliable storage solution, built to protect your essential accessories on every adventure. They offer IP67 submersible waterproof rating, and inside give you convenient storage and organization, including removable lids and divider trays with nylon loops, they also provide various storage configurations for personal gear like phones, wallet, first aid, and tech accessories. Available in 3 sizes.

Nike just introduced the world’s first self-lacing basketball shoe. Seems like a critical feature, right? Totally. The Nike Adapt BB uses a technology the brand calls FitAdapt, which secures the shoe to your foot with an app. You can still lace the shoe manually but according to Nike this technology is just the first step in turning your shoes into a “mobile sports research lab” as new features & interactivity is developed.

The most interesting forthcoming Cadillac is two things that heretofore have never been combined under the luxury GM nameplate: it’s electric & it’s a crossover. So far all the world has seen are some Tesla-esque images. No stats. Not even a name. What we do know, it will be using GM’s “BEV3” electric vehicle platform.

IWC just released 4 new additions to its Top Gun line of premium, hardworking pilot’s watches. There’s a simple, 3-hand plus date automatic, a 44mm ceratanium double chrono, a desert camo Mojave edition chrono, and a traditional pilot’s chrono powered by the brand’s caliber 69380 movement. All feature stealth Top Gun branding on the case backs.

It’s been more than twenty years since Toyota rolled out a new Supra, but it’s back. The 2020 GR Supra made its official debut at this week’s Detroit Auto Show. Developed with Toyota Gazoo Racing and based on a FT-1 concept, the 2-seater is powered by a turbocharged twin-scroll 3.0-liter inline-six that cranks out 335 horses. It offers 2 driving modes—normal & sport. In Sport mode steering feel, throttle response, and traction are tightened up nicely. And if you want to drown out the exhaust tone, it has a 12-speaker sound system & Apple Car Play inside.

Inside the pear wood case, Wohngeist’s Swiss Tool Box contains a versatile collection of 24 high-quality tools for the home handyman. It’s got screwdrivers, an allen key set, a ruler, chisel, file, hammer, multi-tool, multiple drivers, and wrenches, all made by skilled Swiss craftsmen.

The wilderness wizards at Mountain Safety Research have created a new type of waterproof coating that will keep their Hubba NX backpacking tents drier for a lot longer. Traditional seam seals and tent waterproofing break down over time due to exposure to moisture and humidity and eventually start to leak. The brand’s Xtreme Shield polyurethane (PU) coating is better than that. It’s got a molecular chain that was engineered to eliminate deterioration, so your tent stays not only dry but never gets that sticky, flaky residue that inevitably occurs. The Hubba NX tents are available in solo, 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person models.

The PWR27 Powerstation is the kind of backup power supply that leaves nothing to chance. With 27,000 mAh, it gives you 7 days of power, A/C, USB-C & A outlets. It can charge up to 5 devices at once & it’s also the first A/C powerbank to feature integrated solar battery life extension & emergency trickle recharge. It is IP67 waterproof, crushproof to 2 tons & is drop-proof from 1000+ft. A funded Kickstarter.

With sound settings that automatically adjust to the noise around you, Jabra’s Elite 85h over-ear headphones deliver top-tier noise cancelling as well as supporting 3 voice assistants: Alexa, Siri & Google Assistant. They also offer an impressive 32-hour battery life and customizable audio profiles plus preset ones like: ‘Commute,’ ‘In Public’ or ‘In Private’ modes.

The latest publication from marine biologist and famed photographer Cristina Mittermeier merges her passion for environmentalism & global travel photography. The book combines two series: “Enoughness” and “The Water’s Edge.” The first draws out Mittermeier’s philosophy for a mindful and sustainable way of being in the world. The second presents photographs from around the globe that capture the frontier between land and ocean and the special meaning it has for human life.