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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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Power Up & Save This Black Friday with the BLUETTI AC180 Power Station
By Cool Material
The Best Products of the Week: Casio Calculator Watch, WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition, and More
Gear
The Best Products of the Week: Casio Calculator Watch, WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition, and More

Including The James Brand's newest EDC pen.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Bags, Suitcases, and Duffels for Holiday Travel
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The Best Bags, Suitcases, and Duffels for Holiday Travel

From sizable backpacks to compact carry-ons, these are the best options for quick trips.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: The James Brand × Timex Automatic GMT, Leica’s New Projector, and More
Gear
The Best Products of the Week: The James Brand × Timex Automatic GMT, Leica’s New Projector, and More

Including a Red Wing x Steve McQueen boot collaboration.

By John A. Paradiso
Fashion
Roger Moore’s James Bond Props and Memorabilia Are Heading to Auction

Introducing the Spy's Ultimate Treasure Trove: The Roger Moore Auction. Bonhams is presenting a unique opportunity for James Bond fans to collect rare and iconic memorabilia from the Roger Moore 007 era. From the suave style of Moore's tailored tuxedos to the gadgets that fueled Bond's escapades, this auction is…

By John A. Paradiso
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Features
The Most Functional Mechanical Pencils That Don’t Skimp On Style

Digital technology has helped the world in countless ways, but it also makes certain things quite inconvenient. Case in point: It’s pretty hard to find a pencil sharpener nowadays. Even libraries--the longstanding beacon of the written word--seem to have taken them down. It's time to upgrade to a mechanical pencil…

By Cool Material
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Gear
Gerber Assert Pocket Knife

Looking for a new pocket knife to add to your EDC arsenal? Gear up for everyday adventures with the Gerber Assert. Sleek, stylish, and oh-so-versatile, this cutting-edge tool is the ultimate companion for your outdoor pursuits. Crafted by Gerber, one of our favorite pocket knife makers, the Assert boasts a…

By John A. Paradiso
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Food
Bricknic BBQ Planet

Prepare to level up your grilling game with the revolutionary Bricknik BBQ Planet. This innovative outdoor cooking device takes barbecuing to celestial heights, and it's ready to rock your world of flavors. Crafted with precision and a passion for perfecting the art of grilling, this awe-inspiring contraption is the brainchild…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
LEGO John Deere 948L-II Skidder

LEGO is here to make all of your rustic dreams come true. They've worked with John Deere to release a LEGO Technic kit of the 948L-II Skidder. While John Deere mostly makes farming equipment, the Skidder was made for loggers. The LEGO kit comes with 1,492 pieces and boasts an…

By John A. Paradiso
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