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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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Your One-Bag Weekend Getaway Packing Guide
By Beau Hayhoe
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The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/15)

A curated collection of the best Father’s Day gifts for dads who appreciate craftsmanship, clever design, great stories, and really cool stuff.

By Cool Material
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Bring the Soundtrack With You This Summer

The best outdoor portable speakers for beach trips, lake weekends, backyard hangs, and every adventure that calls for a little music.

By Beau Hayhoe
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The Journey Collection Makes a Strong Case for Packing Less

The latest from Brixton is built for adventure.

By Cool Material
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The James Brand x HEIMPLANET Chapter Knife

We pay serious attention to our everyday carry gear, and that typically involves a great folding blade just about every day when we’re not headed to the airport. Some days require an inexpensive utilitarian knife, while other days call for something special. The James Brand has just collaborated with the…

By Amos Kwon
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Sandvik 3D Printed Titanium Smash-Proof Guitar

Though we wouldn't put it past The Who's Pete Townshend or Guns N' Roses Slash to give it a try, Sandvik has just created the world's first 3D printed guitar that's actually smash proof. One look at this layered titanium masterpiece, and you'd believe it, too. The Swedish tooling, materials,…

By Amos Kwon
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The World’s Smallest UV Flashlight Is Also Life-Proof

In a world where gadgets are judged based on how well they do their jobs despite being available in the smallest packages possible, the Hunt22 Ultra Compact UV Flashlight reigns supreme. At barely 1" in length and weighing about the same amount as a quarter, you wouldn't expect this torch…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Accessories
TUPLUS X2 Carry-On

Most carry-on luggage is just boring and impractical, and we really hate the part where you have to unzip the whole damn thing to show TSA that your slide rule is not a machete. The TUPLUS X2 is here to change all that. The most prominent feature on this artful…

By Amos Kwon
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Black Ember Has Redefined the Modern Backpack

If you're like us, you demand everything from your backpack. Style, protection, durability and versatility all in one package. With their WPRT, Black Ember delivers. Starting with their proprietary Micro-Hex three layer performance textile, the pack is laser cut, heat-bonded and finished with YKK-Aquaguard zippers. The result is a pack…

By Cooper Fleishman
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