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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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Smarthphone Stand Key Ring

This key ring is ready to pull double-duty for you. Besides keeping your assortment of keys in order, it can also act as a stand for your smartphone. Perfect for propping up your iPhone to watch videos while you pretend to work at your desk, the leather key ring will…

By Mike Newman
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Cold Steel Shark Tactical Marker

How do you plan on getting your Banksy on during the apocalypse? Oh, you haven't thought that out yet? Well, now's the time. The Cold Steel Shark Tactical Marker is your new indestructible autograph-signer that can stand up to whatever is thrown at it. Made to withstand all obstacles, the…

By Mike Newman
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Various Projects Keytags

Liquor Cabinet. NSFW. Sorry Ass Apartment. Second Wife. XXX. Executive Washroom. Vaporizer.  Aibnb. At some point in our lives, we had keys for just about every one of these things and no good way to separate Sorry Ass Apartment from Airbnb (spoiler: they're the same). That's not a problem anymore…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Word. Notebooks Limited Edition Bandana

Long associated with tireless work, devilish deeds and classic American style, the bandana is entrenched in U.S. history. The latest Word. Notebook is inspired by the classic Western staple. It’s an ode to hard work and sharp design. Sporting a unique paisley pattern, each is perfect for tossing in your…

By Mike Newman
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Middle Finger Key

There’s a beautiful moment in every relationship where you finally give that special lady a key to your place. It signifies a big step in your blossoming love for each other, and if it happens to be this key, it will also result in a swift kick to your nether…

By Mike Newman
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