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A Better Way to Bring the Shade
By Cool Material
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington
Outdoors
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington

A three-day ride along former railways takes you through the Cascades and all the way into Seattle.

By Brandon Withrow
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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in July 2026.

By Cool Material
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7 Essentials from Filson’s Warm-Weather Shop

For the beach, the lake, the trail, and wherever you like disappearing to on summer weekends.

By Cool Material
Gear
Kershaw Slipjoint Federalist Pocket Knife

Kershaw is one of our favorite pocket knife makers for a reason. They make great EDC knives across a variety of styles that are built to last. Their latest offering, the Federalist Knife, is a non-locking slipjoint pocket knife that's rugged enough for the outdoors but suited for your everyday…

By John A. Paradiso
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Accessories
GORUCK x Huckberry Slick GR2

With long-distance and international travel becoming more of a possibility, it's time to invest in some quality travel gear. Huckberry has once again turned to the experts at GORUCK for an exclusive travel bag built with military-grade precision. The GORUCK x Huckberry Slick GR2 is made with highly water-resistant materials…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
Shinola x Benchmade Carbon Fiber Crooked River Pocket Knife

We've long been impressed by Shinola's approach to timepieces, homegoods, and accessories. Form and function combine beautifully for a piece of gear that works exceptionally well and looks great. Same goes for the excellent pocket knife brand Benchmade. Combine the two and you have a match made in heaven. Shinola…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
Snow Peak and Rumpl Are Back With a New NanoLoft Takibi Blanket

Rumpl is a brand most famous for their puffy outdoor blankets. Snow Peak is a half-century-old Japanese outfitter renowned for everything from portable grills to silicone glasses and everything in between. A collaboration between these two brands is an absolute no-brainer, which is why they joined forces a couple years…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Gear
Helinox X Bodega Natural Habitat Collection

Who says outdoor gear has to look clinical? Well, Helinox just collaborated with Bodega to create boldly patterned outdoor equipment that's welcoming, unique, and truly colorful. The Natural Habitat Collection consists of Helinox's packable outdoor chair, table, and cot emblazoned with Bodega's colorful leaf and urban enviro camo print in…

By Amos Kwon
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