Riddell SpeedFlex Football Helmet

Lately the great game of football has come under increased scrutiny due to the prevalence of head injuries — in particular: the dreaded concussion. But even with all that media attention, few significant changes have come to the piece of equipment that protects you the most. That is, until the Riddell SpeedFlex Football Helmet. Made with a flexible shell and inflatable five-point padding to help reduce the shock of impacts to your skull, it provides the kind of protection athletes have always needed. Throw in a stainless steel face mask, ratcheting chin strap, and support for Riddell's own impact monitoring system, and you get some athletic headwear that may just make the game safer.

Sony Smart Tennis Sensor

Take your game to the next level with the Sony Smart Tennis Sensor. Compatible with a number of rackets from major players like Wilson, Prince, and Yonex, this waterproof/dustproof sensor offers real-time shot visualizations via a companion iOS or Android app, thanks to Bluetooth connectivity. It also features on-board vibration, wave, and motion analysis that allows it to track shot count, impact spot, swing speed, ball speed, and ball spin, as well as what type of swing the shot was, whether it be a slice forehand or volley backhand. It fits conveniently at the bottom of the racket, and don't worry if you forget your phone or tablet in the locker room — it's Memory Mode can store up to 12,000 shots for later review.

Axe Bat

Whether it's a home run derby, nights in the batting cages, or an adult league, your baseball game will never be quite the same once you get your hands on an Axe Bat. Unlike traditional bats, the axe bat has a unique axe-like handle, giving you a more comfortable, controlled grip all the way through your swing. This lets you hold on tighter, move more naturally, and hit the ball harder than you ever have with a normal straight-handled bat. Made from either composite or alloy, these bats are perfect for fast pitch, slow pitch, and league play. So ditch that old bat, and step up to the plate with something new.

Nike Vapor Irons

Everyone knows that you should try to hit the ball in the center of your iron — that's where the sweet spot is. Strangely, however, that's not the center of gravity. At least, not unless you're playing with a set of Nike Vapor Irons. Developed with input from Tiger Woods, Modern Muscle weighting technology moves the CG to the center of the iron, resulting in more solid hits and improved flight. The Vapor Pro uses it to provide maximum performance, while the Pro Combo uses it — along with a RZN insert — to provide blade-like workability with the power of a distance iron. And for the rest of us, there's the Vapor Speed, which combines the tech with FlyBeam-reinforced hollow cavities in the long irons for maximum forgiveness. We hit all three sets last night over a couple hours, and can't wait to get them on the course. We also asked Tiger for some pointers, but he just laughed, shook his head, and walked away.

Ping G30 Driver

In case you haven't noticed, Bubba Watson hits the ball far — really far. And while we're pretty sure it's not all because of his Ping G30 Driver, it certainly doesn't hurt. The latest in the line of Ping's flagship big sticks, the G30 features a 460cc head with turbulators in the crown to help direct wind and increase clubhead speed, a lightweight T9S titanium face, a new high-balance-point shaft, and Trajectory Tuning+ Technology to let you add or reduce loft up to one degree in either direction. That might not mean a lot to you, but what it's meant for us is drives that travel 20 yards longer and are straighter than with any other club we've tested.

Nike Vapor 360 Baseball Glove

One of the subtle joys pains of buying a new baseball glove has always been trying to break it in, but with the Nike Vapor 360 Baseball Glove, there's no need for any of that. Thanks to an engineered perforated pattern on the leather palm, the glove is ready to use out of the box. Other features include a Flywire lacing system with tunable inserts for a customized fit, TrueAdapt heel construction that eliminates unnecessary layers, and soft Poron foam to enhance breathability and comfort. Oh, and it does look too shabby, either.

Nike Lunarwaverly Golf Shoe

Tired of your golf shoes looking so much like, well, golf shoes? Feast your eyes on the Nike Lunarwaverly Golf Shoe. These casual kicks feature sneaker-like styling with a leather and suede upper, but still offer on-course performance thanks to Lunarlon cushioning, Flywire cables for a lockdown fit, and a rubber outsole with Waffle lugs that offer excellent traction. Perfect for the weekend warrior that wants the ability to go straight from the club to the cookout without looking like a dork.

Zepp Golf Sensor

Golf sensors aren't a new idea — we've written about a couple of them before — but we've never seen one that didn't need to attach to your club. Until now. The Zepp Golf Sensor hooks onto your glove and communicates with your phone or tablet over Bluetooth, letting you see your swing in 360 degrees, and analyze your club plane, hand path, speed, tempo, backswing position, and, if you put your phone in your pocket, hip rotation. You can also compare your swing with that of a pro, and track your progress over time with every club in your bag. And if you happen to be a multi-sport star, don't worry — the same sensor can be mounted onto a tennis racket or baseball bat so you can track your stats there, too.

Fredericks & Mae Darts

There are a bevy of options out there if you're looking for a new set of darts, encompassing everything from the pitiful plastic "starter" darts included in the boards at Walmart to insane spinning metal projectiles — but few if any can match the style of these Fredericks & Mae Darts. Available in both large and small sizes and measuring 5-8" in length, these high-end darts are made from maple, thread, feathers, lead, and steel, making them a far more elegant instrument than the house darts at the local pub. To complete the set, grab the matching dartboard.

Frescobol Carioca Beach Bats

Created on Ipanema Beach, Frescobol is an ideal way to pass some time in the sand. It has no scoring system, with the only point being to hit the ball back and forth — getting you some exercise without the potential for hyper-competitive blunders. These Frescobol Carioca Beach Bats are an ideal way to get into the game. Handcrafted in Brazil from carefully selected off-cuts of wood, each bat has its own look and feel, and is finished with a colorful neoprene grip and a special surfboard resin coating. Even better, they're sold in sets of two, so you don't have to worry if your playing partner didn't bring theirs.

Wilson Pro Staff RF97 Autograph Tennis Racket

Tennis followers know that Roger Federer has been seen playing with a mystery racket this year — and now we know why. The Wilson Pro Staff RF97 Autograph Tennis Racket is the 17-time Grand Slam champ's new signature tool, developed over three years in a close collaboration between Federer and Wilson. Features include a 97-inch head that provides outstanding feel, a 26-percent wider racket beam for more power, a 10 percent larger sweet spot, and a matte black finish. Still not sold? Well, consider this: the RF97 will be Wilson's first Autograph racket in 30 years, and the last one, the Jack Kramer, was the best-selling racket in history.

DV8 Golf Clubs

Anyone who's ever tried traveling with their golf clubs knows the pain that is trying to drag around a heavy bag full of rattling metal sticks — and that's not even mentioning the troubles of transporting them on a motorcycle or bike. DV8 Golf Clubs aim to get rid of all these problems by putting a full set of clubs in a lightweight backpack. Thanks to a patented quick-change coupler, you can switch from a graphite to a steel shaft or from a 5-iron to a putter in under 3 seconds, all without giving up the performance you'd expect from a full-size set — or dealing with the hassle of hauling them around.

Eephus League Scorebook

Admittedly, scorekeeping at a baseball game is a bit of a lost art — replaced by digital scoreboards, apps, and apathy — but with the Eephus League Scorebook, you can rediscover this simple pleasure, even if you've never kept score before. Compact and easy to bring with you to the park, this book measures just five by a little over seven inches. The book includes 20 scorecards, each with space for up to 11 innings, pitching statistics, and game totals. With a clean, simple deign, they're also easy to work with, while an included reference card and foldout guide make life easy for novices and seasoned veterans alike.

Adidas MiCoach Smart Soccer Ball

While it may be a bit late to brush up on your skills in time to make it into the World Cup — you can still use the Adidas MiCoach Smart Soccer Ball to step your game up before your summer league starts. Packed with sensors throughout, this ball connects wirelessly to an iPhone app, constantly measuring data about the way you kick, and helping you improve everything from spin and foot plant, to power and strike point. Tutorials in the app coach you on how to curve the ball around a wall, kick a knuckleball, improve your power, and much more.

Killerspin Throw II Robot

Unless you spend a lot of time at the local table tennis club, one of the toughest parts of improving your game is finding someone to play. Enter the Killerspin Throw II Robot. Designed to simulate playing against a real person, this intelligent pitching machine offers adjustment of topspin, underspin, left-to-right and short-to-long ball placement, and ball arc, and can throw out balls at speeds of up to 100 in minute. In other words, not only can it help you improve your game, but it might just be even better competition than your friends.

Warstic Flame Treated Baseball Bats

Ditch your traditional bat and club up with something more stylish with these Warstic Flame Treated Baseball Bats. Available with white or black handles, these unique bats are made in the USA from hand-selected American White Ash Hand-Split billets, flame treated to bring out the natural straight grain, and then treated with either natural or dark Warrior Flame stain. Made to order in lengths of 30-35 inches, each bat also includes your name engraved on the barrel — so if it wasn't already obvious, everyone will know the bat is yours.

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Nike VRS Covert 2.0 Black Edition Driver

As anyone who's ever watch a PGA event knows, style can matter on the golf course. And there are few ways to look more stylish this season than by swinging a Nike VRS Covert 2.0 Black Edition Driver. This limited edition club features a black Tour Wrap 2G grip, Kuro Kage Black shaft, and matte black club head inspired by college football helmets. Of course, there's more to the game than good looks, which is why it packs High-Speed Cavity Back technology for weight redistribution, Fly-Brace technology for increased energy transfer, a large NexCOR face for longer shots, and FlexLoft to easily adjust your loft and face angle.

Ciclotte Exercise Bike

Yes, it's ridiculously expensive, but the Ciclotte Exercise Bike ($12,000) is also the only piece of exercise equipment we've seen that screams to be seen instead of hidden in a bunker-like home gym. The Ciclotte features a complex dual satellite epicycloid transmission, a carbon-and-alcantara adjustable saddle, a touch-screen display, pedals placed closer to the saddle for correct biomechanics, a slender, unicycle-style frame, and unique carbon handlebars. Getting in shape never looked so good.