The sun is a giver of life—but get too much of it and you’re toast. These are the best hats, arm coverings, and shirts to shield yourself. https://media.wired.com/photos/6311174a567860ab6c66c678/master/pass/Coolibar-Umbrella-Gear.jpg
Tag: Gear
Chris Harris recalls terrifying Sabine Schmitz Top Gear stunt ‘Worst thing I’ve done!’
Past and present Top Gear hosts paid tribute to Sabine Schmitz, who sadly passed away from cancer in March, in a special look back at the German professional motor racing driver’s career. Chris Harris, in particular, praised the star for her bravery before recalling the terrifying moment she was in control of the throttle as the […]
Paddy McGuinness addresses clash with Top Gear co-stars over next move ‘Different ideas’
“He had no idea that his left rear suspension had completely collapsed and the wheel looked totally broken. “He was there going, ‘Yeah, this is brilliant and you’ve just nearly died.’” Explaining himself, Paddy said: “I think it’s that sense of elation like, ‘Thank God I’m done. The next person is up now and I […]
Top Gear: Zara Tindall screeches race car off the track in BBC show stunt disaster
In this weekend’s episode of the BBC petrol head programme viewers will be in for a major treat. In high-octane scenes on the latest Top Gear, Princess Anne’s daughter Zara Tindall takes to the wheel for a go around the race track. Unfortunately the Olympic winner and equestrian loses control behind the wheel and ends […]
The Galaxy S10 will support Samsung Gear VR
Things have been quiet for Samsung’s Gear VR recently. Once upon a time the company would launch a new headset alongside its latest Galaxy flagships, but it hasn’t done that for a while. That’s not to say that the Gear VR is dead, though, as Samsung has just confirmed that it’ll be supported by the […]
The Most-Read WIRED Gear Stories of 2018
A review of the Air Fryer, a three-month sojourn in Bing, and a user’s guide to how to disable throttling on an iPhone all topped this year’s list. https://media.wired.com/photos/5a74f8de3b11122906cc24fe/master/pass/TakeBackNewsfeed.jpg
Gear for Running a Faster Marathon: Shoes, Trackers, Sensors
These sensors and shoes—and a beet juice elixir—gave speed back to a slowing runner. https://media.wired.com/photos/5a380d6a803e667ded658ac2/master/pass/24-2512-wishlist-Garmin-Forerunner-935.jpg
18 Best Deals on Snow Gear This Week: REI, Backcountry, and More
Planning your winter ski vacations? Now is a great time to pick up all the snow gear you need. https://media.wired.com/photos/5be60df65d7c6a7b81d79e15/master/pass/2018-product-image-essence-1.jpg
Best Running Gear (2018): Shoes, Headphones, Lights, and More
Whether you’re pounding the pavement or cheering your friends on, we have the gear for you. https://media.wired.com/photos/5ba2e9992d096346a42d32e6/master/pass/Brooks-Bedlam.jpg
Pressure point: The day Winx had to hit top gear
CHAMPION mare Winx has made winning look easy during her record 26-race unbeaten streak. Trainer Chris Waller hasn’t dodged a challenge with Winx either, starting her in major handicaps and weight-for-age races over a range of distances – but she has proven unbeatable for more than three years. In what could be Winx’s final Sydney […]
