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The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School
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The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School
By Lanny Fuller
Menswear Staples You Didn’t Know Had Golf History Menswear Staples You Didn’t Know Had Golf History
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Menswear Staples You Didn’t Know Had Golf History

The Harrington jacket is only the beginning.

By Cool Material
It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter
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It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter

These 5 lighters turn a disposable necessity into a piece of EDC you’ll actually want to carry.

By Beau Hayhoe
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington
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This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington

A three-day ride along former railways takes you through the Cascades and all the way into Seattle.

By Brandon Withrow
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Gerber’s Ding Dong Breaching Tool Will Make Quick Work Of Any Door

You know that slick as hell kick you see in the movies where a dude crushes a door with the sole of his foot? Yeah, that's not going to work all the time, and it's definitely not going to be quick. A better solution would be Gerber's new Ding Dong…

By Mike Newman
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This Jerrycan is Actually a Toolbox

Jerrycans were invented back in the 30s so the German military could transport their fuel around in a more efficient fashion. This Rampage Trail Can Utility Box won't hold your gasoline and probably won't see a battlefield, but it will make your work around the house a hell of a…

By Mike Newman
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TIK Is The Thinnest And Lightest Keychain Around

Few things are as annoyingly uncomfortable as a jagged set of keys in your front pocket. Until now, there haven't been many options that counteract this problem outside of just tossing your keys in a work bag. TIK (Thin Is Key) is a clever keychain that streamlines that mess of…

By Mike Newman
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Accessories
These Dopp Kits and Tool Roll Are Made From Recycled Fire Hoses

When you give your dad a gift this Father's Day. make it something that will last so he'll always think of you when he uses it. This tool roll and these two dopp kits pass the test since they're handmade out of actual recycled fire hose. If it can stand…

By Mike Newman
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Nike Has Created The First 3D-Printed Duffel Bag

Give it a few years, and 3D printing will be invading every aspect of your life. Until then, you'll have to wait for companies to release a few products at a time that you can snatch up. Nike's Rebebto duffel won't be carrying around your gym gear anytime soon, but…

By Mike Newman
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