For our 2021 Style and Design Awards, we carefully selected the best-designed products that solve the problem with game-changing solutions, so elegant, they have their own style.
We break it down into the main themes, starting with electronic machines, including electric pickups that will surprise you, as well as outstanding innovations on snow, surfing, and wrists.
Then we emphasize the phenomenon of carbon fiber: there is nothing this material can not make light, strong and coveted.
In a year of great exploration, we pay tribute to off-roading. Run, pedal, throttle and UTV on straights and narrow roads.
On the contrary, in the shocking year of the global pandemic, we set our sights on the other side of travel equipment-durable things will be more durable than your great-grandchildren’s travels.
Of course, without some serious technology, it would not be Style & Design. We cover A/V products in the form of five sensory enhancers, taking you to places you have never seen or heard of.
Finally, we have introduced modern home essentials so that you can cook and drink coffee like Jetson.
We are entering the era of electric pickup trucks. Although the plug-in trucks announced so far break the fossil fuel paradigm, they are in line with a continuing trend: they are really big. But not every electric truck needs to be huge. This is the statement made by Alpha Motor's Wolf Electric Truck. The size is similar to the medium-sized fun trucks of the past few decades—think of the Japanese imports in the 90s—Wolf should be able to easily pass through medium-sized ranch gates and regular-sized parking spaces. However, this is all about retro. Alpha plans to manufacture a single-motor or dual-motor (four-wheel drive) version of Wolf in the United States, which will be powered by a 75-85 kWh lithium-ion battery with a range of up to 275 miles. The plan calls for having its own solar panels and more additional practical functions than the Swiss Army Knife. This California-based startup has yet to produce a real car-but we have high hopes that Wolf will become the best choice for electric pickup trucks to move forward.
Sometime in 2022, the Tesla assembly line in Texas will begin installing the wildest trucks on American roads in decades. Although boss Elon Musk continues to adjust, the final production model should look (and perform) very similar to the stainless steel side electric doomsday movement that we all have glimpsed. If it fulfills Musk's promise, the three-motor Cybertruck will reach 60 mph in 2.9 seconds. (That is, on Earth. There are no numbers available for Mars.)
(Electric) King of Off-Road
Those who want to get off the grid with almost no sound should consider Rivian R1T, an all-electric pickup designed for tough road conditions. It will get there via all-wheel drive, which relies on four electric motors-one for each wheel, as well as 14 inches of ground clearance and a body capable of wading nearly 43 inches. Its appearance may look more traditional than Cybertruck, but R1T is loaded with cool and practical design features, such as a 65-inch gear channel, which is very suitable for storing skis.
The all-electric F-150 Lightning may be the most revolutionary electric truck to date, as it will push the perennial bestseller to a more environmentally friendly future. In order to change even the most determined electric skeptics, Ford is building the fastest and in many ways the most powerful F-150, which is equipped with dual motors that can produce up to 563 horsepower and 775 pound-feet of torque. Inside, there is a five-seater cabin with many technologies, and in the front you will find a huge frunk. The most surprising thing about Lightning is not that it is electric-but that it is still an F-150.
The world’s first electric snowmobile emits almost no pollutants, and the buzzing noise is so small that riders can hear the sound of their skis rolling across the snow-and in less than 3 seconds Speeds from 0 to 60 mph. The 180 horsepower motor of the Taiga Atlas is not affected by altitude, so it will reach its maximum speed (75 mph) at 1,000 or 10,000 feet. And the battery can maintain more than 95% of its 87-mile range at -22 degrees.
Upgraded sensors, waterproof smart chargers and new interchangeable wristbands make the smaller WHOOP 4.0 the most powerful 24/7 digital fitness and health coach on the market. WHOOP 4.0 unlocks the WHOOP Body, a new technical clothing series used to collect data at various body points. This stylish device can track your sleep, recovery and training.
Fans of the addictive original Onewheel will want to upgrade to its latest product, Pint, for a fast and flexible town adventure. Although smaller than the standard XR, the Pint is still equipped with the same powerful 750-watt brushless motor, with a maximum speed of 16 miles per hour and a maximum range of 8 miles. Narrower foot spacing and smaller, more curved tires allow more flexibility for carving on the road. The integrated handle makes it the perfect commuter companion.
EcoFlow's Delta Pro is a wheeled battery generator. You can use a plug-in car charger to charge it. It can provide up to 6 days of electricity for home use with up to 15 devices or appliances plugged in. Additional components for the 3,600 Wh generator, such as solar panels and smart meters, increase capacity and strengthen energy management. After being off the grid, it can also power a motorhome like a gas generator-but without noise.
Jet surfboards first appeared in 1965 and have only recently appeared on the remote edge, and Radin's Freeride is the smartest we have tested. Designed for stability and agility, this modular circuit board is equipped with a removable battery and jetpack for easy charging and maintenance, as well as supporting applications. Using a handheld remote control and a magnetic ankle traction switch, you can explore for about an hour per charge, traverse rough seas, and traverse a glass-smooth lake at speeds of up to 35 mph.
India’s newly mature FTR lineup improves street performance through lower seats, lower idling temperatures and better throttle response. But the top model FTR R Carbon is unique because of its uncompromising construction. In addition to ABS, wheel controls and touch screen displays, the fuel tank, fenders and headlight housings are all carbon fiber materials. This is enough to make your commute feel like a day on the track.
Just in time for returning from a trip, the Porsche Design Acer Book RS that supports Windows 11 is an ultra-thin MacBook Air killer, lighter (2.6 pounds), equipped with a larger 14-inch full HD touch screen and state-of-the-art specifications. Thanks to the elegant 3K carbon fiber shell, which contrasts sharply with the rest of the antibacterial magnesium and aluminum body, it is also more stylish and stylish.
Salewa’s Ortles Couloir weighs 25.5 ounces and is the lightest crampon compatible ice and hiking boots. Its hinged carbon fiber exoskeleton provides ankle support and protection while maintaining flexibility. The shock-absorbing midsole can minimize fatigue while driving, and the waterproof outer layer can protect the insulating inner layer, keeping your feet warm and dry.
The Casio G-Shock watch is a durable classic watch, praised for its reputation for ruggedness and falling, but the recently released GG-B100 Mudmaster has a carbon resin chassis and carbon fiber bezel to enhance its sturdy structure. It also has a bright LED backlight and Bluetooth for application-based functions.
Orvis’s new Helios fly fishing rod series not only provide you with three options-all-around 9'5" 5 weight, 8'5" 8 weight boat rod and 11' 3 weight nymph fishing rod-but they are packed with the cutting edge Materials to improve casting, accuracy and durability. These Vermont-made rods are made of resin-impregnated carbon fiber blanks, decorated with titanium carbide silicon carbide guides, and mated with carbon fiber reel seats.
Rooftop tents are all the rage in over-landing circles, but their lack of amenities will make it boring to wander on top of your rig. The new Redtail RTC is a lockable insulated house with dual-pane windows, diesel-powered heaters, dimming, LED lighting (inside and out!), USB and 110-volt sockets, and exhaust fans, which turn it around This trend. But that's not all: it uses a slim clamshell design and is made of lightweight and strong carbon fiber. (This setting, yes, was built specifically for MJ cover character Jason Momoa's classic Land Rover Defender 110.)
Use the online custom builder to design your own slim, versatile Benchmade Bugout knife. We chose carbon fiber handles and Damasteel step pattern blades. Then, add thumb tack, laser marking, etc. With 497,760 possible builds (no, we did not check their math), your knife is almost guaranteed to be unique.
The magician of Sweet Protection made Grimnir 2Vi MIPS ski/snowboard helmet better and reduced its weight by 25%. The improvement comes from three places: the exquisite two-layer MIPS technology to dissipate rotational force; the internal ribs and padding to absorb shock; the carbon fiber shell is adjusted to be lightweight, elastic and rigid.
The new version of the retro dream Ducati Scrambler desert sled goes deep into the Enduro vault in the 1980s. The front tin of the blue metal sheet is integrated with the red, white and blue fuel tank, all made of rad gold and aluminum backing the wheels. The lightweight (460 lb) ripper uses Ducati's proven fuel injection 803cc twin-cylinder engine (78 hp), so it performs as well in corners as it does on the beach.
Can-Am's redesigned 2021 Commander Max XT seamlessly integrates the work/entertainment field into a great machine. A dumped cargo box and 2,000-pound towing capacity will handle the heavy lifting, while a 100-horsepower power unit and performance suspension can handle the toughest roads. With four seats and a roof rack, you can pack your family and their things.
The founding mission of TAXA was to turn the ordinary wheeled box travel trailer into a "habitat" with additional functions made of high-quality materials. They succeeded on Cricket, which is the best choice of the three designs they offer-63 square feet of space has a smooth pop-up top that raises the internal height to 6'10 inches. The burly Overland model built for off-roading provides you with all-terrain tires, articulated hooks and a 4-inch lift.
Speedland SL: PDX trail runners have 6 mm wet weather lugs that you can cut short on dry trails. The carbon fiber midsole can improve stability and energy feedback. The ratchet and shoulder strap closure system allows quick adjustments while keeping the pressure evenly distributed on your feet for superior comfort.
Otso Warakin Ti is the ultimate state of the bicycle. This is a next-level gravel grinder made of 3/2.5 titanium with exquisite butt joints and seamless welding. Built-in huge tire clearance (maximum 2.1 inches 29er or 700c x 50mm), it can be used almost everywhere, the Tuning Chip rear fork system allows you to adjust the geometry to fit the smooth road or rough trails.
Sterling Pacific’s unique 35-liter cabin suitcase is made of extruded aviation-grade aluminum. It is a sturdy and durable carry-on luggage that can survive James Bond-style travel thanks to a patented impact-resistant ridge. Come down. On the outside, it has an elegant leather handle that rolls on dual embedded barrel wheels, and the latch is closed with a TSA double combination lock. Inside, an attached buckle secures the gear to the soft twill lining.
Put on a regular denim jacket and take it off from Moto Guzzi, you will tear more than just cotton. Saint Denim Shearling Jacket is not the case. It is woven from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. Its strength is 5 times that of Kevlar and 15 times that of steel. Of course, it contains serious style-but it can also protect you from serious harm.
Although Suunto 9 Peak is thinner and lighter than its previous flagship product, it still provides up to 170 hours of tracking and an ultra-rugged touch screen per charge. In addition, the built-in blood oxygen sensor helps measure your adaptation to altitude.
Osprey's Anti-Gravity 64 backpack integrates cutting-edge technologies such as 3D printed waist support, dynamic load distribution, tear-resistant/thermoplastic fabric and vacuum-formed polycarbonate frame panels. Other special effects include a clamshell opening and a powerful detachable waist bag.
The chunky daddy appearance of Aether's Dalton low-top sneakers conceals its biggest secret: the midsole hides a piece of D3O, a technical polymer that is flexible at rest but hard on impact. Usually used for motorcycle armor, Aether adds it to reduce the blow of every step.
Bang & Olufsen’s lightweight (1.4 lb) anodized aluminum Beosound Explore is the size of a beer can and is the first rugged portable speaker that audiophiles love. Bluetooth 5.2 devices are ideal for surrounding campfires. They can emit 360-degree sound and have an IP67 rating. The grip design, the included shoulder strap and carabiner clip facilitate portability.
The oval pill-shaped Insta360 Go 2 Action Cam is waterproof to 13 feet deep and smaller than a lighter. It is a minimalist multitasking tool thanks to a set of cleverly designed accessories. The charging case can not only fully charge the device in 30 minutes, but also can be used as a remote control and a tripod.
DJI's FPV is the only out-of-the-box first-person drone system suitable for all skill levels-three modes ranging from heavy hand-held for novices to fully manual for experienced aerial jockeys. The impressive drone provides you with a wide 150-degree field of view, which is transmitted into the goggles at speeds of up to 120 fps, allowing you to see your flight immersively in real time.
Bollé used artificial intelligence to review 20 million light combinations, and then took it to the laboratory to refine the pigment formula to create the best color-enhancing lens. The lenses of the neutral Volt + sunglasses are made of rare earth elements and precious metal pigment compounds, which can clear and amplify the light waves in the eye cones, provide bright warm and cool colors, and double the color enhancement of most other lenses without turning The world is pink.
Use this gorgeous dual-channel amplifier from McIntosh to make a musical statement, which is a supplier of audiophile equipment worth pursuing. The MHA200 uses four double triode vacuum tubes-two to boost the incoming audio, and two to drive the can's power supply-to obtain crystal-clear, low-distortion sound. Three connection options allow you to use most types of headphones, and the polished stainless steel body highlights the warm glow of the tube.
Italian architect Michele de Lucchi-once Olivetti's design director-created this stylish Alessi Plissé Blender, which is retro and different from anything we have seen in kitchen appliances before. Inspired by the fashion of the 1950s, this blender is available in three colors (black, gray and red), each of which contrasts sharply with the same wrinkled transparent thermoplastic mixing tank. This blender is the latest product in the Plissé series and is also equipped with a matching electric kettle, toaster and hand blender.
Use this sage green Lego typewriter to add a touch of mid-century modernity to your desk and video calls. There is no doubt that this kit is not a trifle: more than 2,000 pieces will keep you busy for hours, especially since most of them are used to create work keys and scroll paper holders. It even accepts real paper. When you are done, you will have a story to tell your colleagues or children the crazy times before Google Docs and Ctrl+Alt+Delete.
To provide a cafe experience for home brewing enthusiasts, the Fellow Ode Brew Grinder runs as quiet as a fan and automatically shuts down when the hopper is empty. The magnetic lock catches the grinding cup perfectly in the center, and the spring-loaded door knocker releases the sticky beans before you pull it out.
When he conceived the Spark One, CEO Ben West relied on his experience in bringing clean burning stoves to places such as Rwanda and Kenya. But this time, his goal is to uncover the mystery of charcoal grilling with an easy-to-use smart grill. Insert the grill into the socket and turn the dial to 250 degrees for slow cooking, or turn the dial to 900 degrees for scorching. Or use Briq charcoal board, no need for chimney starter to facilitate gas grilling.
The designers of HOLO used the Modul concept to solve the terrible problem of tool accumulation and spread. It combines the three most commonly used power tools — electric drills, jigsaw saws, and grinders — into a sexy housing that can hold replaceable units. Backed by proven Bosch technology, it only takes a few seconds to quickly switch between each unit via a rotary locking mechanism.
Jeep has recently launched some concept cars, and we hope they will enter the production line soon. The most important is this convertible drill called Jeepster Beach Concept. The skin of this orange dream comes from Jeepster Commando in 1968. Below is a modern power system-it is essentially a 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. Another recent Jeep concept car uses a zero-emission electric power system-perhaps the combination of these two concepts (impeccably retro look, worthy of future performance) will point the way forward.
If you are old enough to remember (and miss deeply) the Nintendo Game Boy, but can't see yourself returning to that dim, dull experience, get ready for the retro sexy of Panic's Playdate. Pleasant but very modern handheld gaming system (shown as an optional stereo dock) will be shipped next year and will provide rad features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, high-contrast screen, 8-hour game life, and weird hand crank Input and 24 original games.
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