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Outdoors

Tested: The Lectric XPress 750 Is a Near-Perfect Commuter E-Bike
Outdoors
Tested: The Lectric XPress 750 Is a Near-Perfect Commuter E-Bike
By Tim Wenger
Tested: The Optimum Hiking Gear for a Weekend in Acadia National Park
Outdoors
Tested: The Optimum Hiking Gear for a Weekend in Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park may be among the smallest national parks, but the views are no less epic if you have the right gear for the hikes.

By Amos Kwon
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Outdoors
2 Father’s Day Gifts to Add to Your List This Year

Father’s Day is almost here, and it’s time to snag a gift that Dad will actually use and love.

By Cool Material
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Outdoors
4 Must-Have Hiking Gear on the Trail This Summer

Whether you're navigating an off-the-grid trail or casual walk through the woods, staying adaptable is crucial. Duluth Trading Co.'s AKHG® line offers comprehensive gear to meet all your hiking needs.

By Cool Material
Gear
Opinel Limited Edition Artist Series No. 08 Escapade Folding Knives

When it comes to iconic pocket knives, few brands have the pedigree that Opinel built over the past century. The Opinel No. 8 Knife is one of our favorite Opinel pocket knife numbers because of its balance, size, and overall usability. The brand is following up on their limited 130th…

By Ben Dahl
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Gear
Aerocraft Sideslip Titanium Utility Knife

Forget everything you thought you knew about utility knives. The obtuse flippers that are impossible to use and the cumbersome, way too long sliders are a thing of the past. Believe it or not, utility knives can be stylish and light without sacrificing functionality or safety. Case in point: the…

By Ben Dahl
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Accessories
Season Three “Midtown Vacation” Collection

Outdoor brand Season Three quietly released one of our favorite drops of the season. The "Midtown Vacation" collection is a rework of the brand's signature genderless all-terrain boots. The ultralightweight boot gets an even more comfortable sneaker insole, tougher paracord laces and hardware, and an enhanced waterproof membrane. The end…

By John A. Paradiso
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Food
The Original PK Grill & Smoker

When it comes to getting the perfectly grilled burger, steak, chicken or fish, does it really matter what you used to char it to perfect? While we're all for a healthy debate between the best charcoal grill versus the best gas grill, or the best cheap grill vs. expensive grill,…

By Ben Dahl
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Fashion
Beloved Retro Ski Apparel Brand Mother Karen’s is Back

Mother Karen's is one of those apparel brands that was seemingly lost to history. The small ski apparel brand earned a cult following in the 80s among skiers, surfers, skaters, and BMXers. The color-blocked powder jacket with the oversized Kangaroo pouch is instantly recognizable and carries it with all of…

By John A. Paradiso
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