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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
DMOS Delta Shovel

A few years ago, DMOS broke onto the scene with the Alpha Snow Shovel, a full-sized, collapsible shovel all but guaranteed to tackle the roughest shoveling needs. After using one during a Chicago winter, we can confirm DMOS really does live up to their claim of making the baddest (ass)…

By Ben Dahl
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Accessories
Filson Ballistic Nylon Duffel Backpack Hybrid Bag

There are few brands with a reputation for quality, attention to detail and smart features quite like the one Filson has spent their entire existence creating--especially when it comes to their bags. Whether you're talking dry bags, duffles, weekenders or briefcases, Filson makes some of the best bags out there.…

By Ben Dahl
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Food
Snow Peak Smokemeister

Just because you're on the go doesn't mean you can't take some creature comforts with you. The Snow Peak Smokemiester is a portable smoker that measures a mere 18.5 inches tall by 8.5 inches wide, and we're guessing you didn't know such a thing even existed. Clearly not for vegetarians,…

By Amos Kwon
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Get up to Half Off Some Great EDC Knives at Huckberry

Huckberry is, has been, and always will be one of our favorite all around everyday carry outfitters of essential gear, clothing, accessories. There's just something about their consistently rotating collection of quality wares that keeps us coming back for more sale after sale. And speaking of sales, Huckberry just kicked…

By Ben Dahl
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Gear
Satisfy Running Belt

Long-distance running of more than a few miles requires hydration and oftentimes a bump of energy gel. Running belts meet that need, but most of them are too bulky and cumbersome to be practical. Now French label Satisfy has made a Spartan but truly useful running belt that packs what…

By Amos Kwon
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