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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
Goods
Goods: Hook Up Your Bike

So you just laid out the cash on a new single-speed and you're about ready to go dodge some cab doors and people walking hilariously tiny dogs, right? Well, before you hop on your saddle, take a look at what your new ride still needs. We mean, do you really…

By Mike Newman
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Accessories
Approved: Weekender Bags

We don't know about you, but we don't enjoy shelling out the cash for a new bag every year or so. We'd much rather invest in something timeless and well-made. If you're in the market for a solid weekender bag for your quick business trips or weekend getaways, here are…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
Nau Cafe Luxe Kit

Unfortunately, you don't always get the best night sleep when you're camping. There's always an annoying rock under your sleeping bag and those pillows aren't exactly Tempur-Pedic quality. So when you get up in the morning, you're going to need some good coffee. Instead of grabbing one of those instant…

By Mike Newman
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Gear
My Custom Creation

As men, we have a hard time admitting when we can't do something. It's the whole reason the light switch in our man cave could literally melt your fingerprint off. If you've got an idea for something epic (or not so epic most likely) and are man enough to admit that you…

By Mike Newman
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Drinks
Butterfly Knife Styled Bottle Opener

It’s been a long time since we were comfortable (and/or stupid depending on your perspective) enough to carry around an actual switchblade with us. We stabbed ourselves on more than one occasion as we tried to learn the ins and outs of our favorite fidgeting tool. It’s back, in a…

By Cooper Fleishman
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