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A Better Way to Bring the Shade
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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
Hands-On: DSPTCH Daypack

If you're hunting for a new backpack, the DSPTCH Daypack should definitely be on your radar. With its mil-spec features, this daypack is ready for any occasion. We took one half-way around the world to see how tough it really is.   What is it? The Dsptch Daypack is a…

By Jeff Drumheller
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The Tetra Shed Is Your Personal Work Getaway

If you can't seem to get work down with all the distractions of the modern world, maybe it's time to escape to your backyard. The Tetra Shed is your new personal workspace that is far more luxurious than any wooden structure we could craft by hand. You customize the whole…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
This Patagonia Kit Will Help You Master The Art of Tenkara Fly Fishing

Instead of carrying a tackle box and all sorts of gear around when you know you want to go fishing, keep this simple kit in your car and you'll be ready at a moment's notice. Patagonia's new Simple Fly Fishing Kit packs all you need to master the art and…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
The Machined Pocket Flashlight Is The Perfect Addition To Your EDC Arsenal

Crafted in Arizona by a small family-run flashlight company, this powerful Machined Pocket Flashlight is the perfect addition to your everyday carry collection. The compact, 3 ¾”  flashlight stores conveniently on your key ring and can be unscrewed from the loop for quick access. It’s designed and machined with durability…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Cabin Porn Will Make You Want To Build Your Own Cabin

Not since Walden has a book made us want a cabin more. The guys behind the website Cabin Porn have decided to take their idea and offer up a hardcover. Not only will the book feature hundreds of photographs of drool-worthy cabins, but it will also include an in-depth look at the…

By Mike Newman
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