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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026
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What I'm buying, wearing, and using, this week.

By Lanny Fuller
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The Nike Chapter of My Summer Story

The swim shorts, half-zip, and retro runners that became the 20% of my summer wardrobe doing 80% of the work.

By Lanny Fuller
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Summer’s Best Watches Under $1,500

Summer calls for lighter materials, brighter colors, and watches that can go from the beach to dinner without missing a beat.

By Amos Kwon
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7 Hard Shell Coolers Built for the Great Outdoors

We might be in the killer heat of summer, but we can hope there’s a cooler fall around the corner. Then we’ll get back to camping weather, along with a ton of other great outdoor activities that won’t drench you in sweat. For when we do, you’ll need containers to…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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8 Fixed Blade Knives for Serious Adventurers

We have a special place in our heart for pocket knives. They’re tiny and concealable, and depending on the kind you get, you can have everything from a capable blade to an all-in-one multi-tool built to get you into—and out of—anything life throws your way. But what happens when you…

By Maxwell Barna
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Infinite Smart Cooler

There's nothing wrong with your average cooler, per se. But wouldn't it be better if that giant box you had to lug to a campsite did a little more than just keep your beer and meats cold? Meet Infinite, a smart cooler with a bevy of unique functions. Yes, it…

By Mike Newman
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Poler’s Reversible Camp Poncho Is Also a Blanket

Leave it to the brand that build a campfire sandwich maker and a ninja suit to elevate the poncho from crappy weather necessity to stylish outerwear. If you didn't already guess, we're talking about the people at Poler and their new Reversible Camp Poncho. The 100% synthetic poncho has Thermastuff…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Gerber Devour Multi-Fork

Whether you're talking pocket knives or multi-tools, Gerber consistently produces some of the best and most affordable EDC pieces out there. The stalwart brand wants to help you tackle eating on the go with the new Devour Multi-Fork that was recently unveiled at Outdoor Retailer 2018 ahead of an early…

By Cooper Fleishman
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