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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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Black Book: 10 Products Our Editors Loved in April 2026
By Cool Material
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Why The Field Watch Is The Ultimate Spring Watch

The military classic is a remarkable addition to your EDC this season, and these are a few of our favorites.

By Beau Hayhoe
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The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

It's a hat trick this week.

By Cool Material
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The Vacay Shave

One of the most wholesome corners of the internet taught me to love shaving again.

By Lanny Fuller
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Skull-Faced Pocket Tools

Let's be honest, strapping a multi-tool to your belt isn't exactly the sharpest look. That said, it's smart to never be without your tools. A more aesthetically pleasing way to tote around some handy helpers would be with one of these skull-faced pocket tools. Along with the devilish good looks,…

By Mike Newman
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The Smart Wallet You’ll Never Lose

Between smartphones, smart cars and the smart home, everything is all interconnected and far more capable than it ever used to be. But somehow we still manage to forget our wallets at home or lose them at the bar. Along with being very cleverly named, Where's Wallet will make sure…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Spin This Bottle Opener to Decide Who Picks Up the Tab

You know who waiters and waitresses hate? Groups of people who give them 8 different credit cards and a set of rules to split a tab. Stop being a person in that group. Simply give the You Pay Bottle Opener a spin, and one unlucky soul will get stuck with…

By Mike Newman
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Burnie Is An All Wood Self-Burning Grill

Burnie is an all natural, chemical free grill made with 100% alder wood (the body and the charcoals) that's designed to completely burn itself out. There's no clean up except for the wrapper. It doesn't require any lighter fluid thanks to the removable wick. There are two different sizes with…

By Cooper Fleishman
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The Striker Folding Knife Was Designed by a Skateboard Legend

If you were ever into skateboarding, you know the name Geoff Rowley. The legendary pro skateboarder has a signature line of Vans, numerous awards, and his own skateboard brand under his belt, but now he's turning his attention to another passion: outdoor gear. His company's latest item is this stunning folding…

By Mike Newman
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