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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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The Journey Collection Makes a Strong Case for Packing Less
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Your One-Bag Weekend Getaway Packing Guide

Cover all the bases with versatile selections for your EDC, your outdoor kit, and some R&R afterwards.

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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Propstore Auction Will Feature Over 1,800 Movie Props and Memorabilia

Get ready to dive headfirst into the world of iconic film and TV memorabilia because Propstore's Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction in London is about to drop a cinematic bombshell. With over 1,800 rare items from legendary movies and TV shows hitting the auction block, this event is a cinephile's dream…

By John A. Paradiso
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Features
The Case for Carrying a Knife Every Day From Someone Who Has Done It for 20 Years

Personal knives have been an essential everyday tool for millennia for people around the world. This tradition continues today, but in a world of technology overdose, it's not nearly as pervasive as it was a century ago. The good news is that you don't have to be a solider, a…

By Amos Kwon
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Gear
Leatherman ARC Multi-Tool

Introducing ARC, the game-changing multi-tool that's rewriting the rules of utility. What sets ARC apart? It's the pioneer of premium MagnaCut steel, turning the ordinary into extraordinary. Crafted from CPM MagnaCut steel, the knife blade is a masterclass in sharpness, corrosion resistance, toughness, and ease of sharpening. Whether you're tackling…

By John A. Paradiso
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BPS Knives Has the Perfect Old School Knife for Every Occasion

When the father and son duo behind BPS Knives started their family-owned workshop the back in 2017, they probably never thought it would grow into the handmade knife powerhouse it is today. The focus is on old school, traditional style handmade knives that combine carbon and stainless steel material with…

By Pat McLaughlin
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The Best Men’s Gym Bags

Showing up to the gym without your shorts, workout shirt, or shoes is a frustrating – and potentially embarrassing – snafu. The best way to prevent this from happening is to keep all your stuff in a gym bag and then carry said gym bag with you when you leave…

By Cool Material
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