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The latest innovations, performance reviews, and buying guides for everything from athletic apparel and footwear to fitness trackers and sporting accessories.

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Win $1,000 Worth of Gear From Iron & Resin
By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: Buck Mason x J. Press, Apple M4 Mac Mini, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Buck Mason x J. Press, Apple M4 Mac Mini, and More

Including Ratio's smallest, most efficient coffee brewer.

By John A. Paradiso
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Black Book: 12 Products Our Editors Loved in October 2024

These are the best things we tested this month—from a tandem shower system to WhistlePig's annual Boss Hog whiskey.

By John A. Paradiso
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The Best EDC Gifts for 2024

Never leave the house empty-handed. These are the best EDC gifts for the 2024 holiday season.

By John A. Paradiso
Gear
Tekto Gear’s Rapid Automatic Knife Is as Striking as It Is Sharp

Want an automatic knife that's functional, reliable and as striking as it is sharp? Check out the Rapid sliding knife from Tekto Gear. The discrete and easy to use knife features a 3.9" stainless steel blade that is easily deployed from the stylish handle, which makes it perfect for the…

By Ben Dahl
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Accessories
Projectkin Flax and Fiber Kin Carry-On Luggage

The realities of airline travel are mostly painful. Delays, pricey Wi-Fi, reclining rudeness, etc., but at least your luggage can be both unique and earth-friendly. Projectkin of Copenhagen has just made their rolling carry-on luggage with the first sustainable materials that incorporate a mix of flax fibers and actual biodegradable…

By Amos Kwon
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Accessories
Huckberry Teamed up with Goruck for a Special Backpack

By now, you're well aware that Huckberry is one of our favorite outfitters that does clothing, everyday carry, accessories, housewares and, well, just about everything else better than, well, just about everyone else. Their latest exclusive collaboration is with none other than Goruck--one of the most badass construction partners on…

By Ben Dahl
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Matador Re-Ties Reusable Zip Ties

We love zip ties to secure cords, attach bike accessories, etc. They're super-convenient, but generally single-use only unless you try to release the microtab that holds it in place, and what a colossal pain that is. Matador's version is reusable, and they're no joke thanks to the use of real…

By Amos Kwon
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The Unit Bag 2 Backpack Is Built for All Your Office and Travel Essentials

We're willing to bet you're carrying your daily essentials in a backpack. The Unit Bag 2 is going to change the way you think about that bag. For starters, it's an ultralight bag that's still waterproof and scratchproof to protect your valuables while you're carrying it as a briefcase, crossbag…

By Ben Dahl
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