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The Gentlemen’s Trip: A Field Guide
By Lanny Fuller
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The Soundtrack of a Gentlemen’s Trip

Because music shapes a trip.

By Lanny Fuller
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The Vacay Shave

One of the most wholesome corners of the internet taught me to love shaving again.

By Lanny Fuller
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What to Pack for a Gentlemen’s Trip

Packing can be fun. I said it.

By Lanny Fuller
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7 Great Vintage Watches That Won’t Break the Bank

Men and watches go together like scotch and cigars; like fuel and spark; like bacon and freedom. It’s just how the world works. But many a misperception is founded on the pretense that good watches are always expensive, and that quality is best measured with a price tag. But that’s just…

By Maxwell Barna
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Inside: Schoolhouse Electric – Makers of Iconic Lighting

The poster on your wall isn't going to cook your dinner; your framed photographs aren't going to make your bed; the painting you bought at a flea market isn't going to spring to life and do the dishes. They are there to look good—that's it. This is what makes the light fixtures…

By Mike Newman
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5 German Beer Styles Every Guy Should Know

Germany is a very regionally distinct country and exhibits that diversity in its beer. We've compiled a list of 5 distinct styles that best showcase German beer and are possibly the muse for your favorite American craft brew. German Beer laws are fairly restrictive (i.e. a Kolsch can only come from…

By Drew Haas
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Our 10 Favorite Drives in the USA

America is filled with amazing drives. Unfortunately, most road trips are filled with sleep-inducing highways and interstates. It's time for a different road trip. There may not be rest stops packed with fast food, but there will certainly be memories that will last a lifetime. These are our favorite drives in the USA.…

By Kevin McCauley
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Drinking Denki Bran, the Mysterious Japanese Cocktail From the Meiji Era

Kamiya Bar, which located in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, is the oldest western-style bar in the city. The inside is like a cafeteria, with simple tables, minimal decor and excessively bright lighting. The logo slapped on the door looks like it was selected from a catalog of stock logos designed for business students.…

By Mike Newman
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