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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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A Better Way to Bring the Shade
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Black Book: 12 Products Our Editors Loved in September 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in September 2026.

By Cool Material
The Best Presidents Cup Merch Has a Chicago Dog On It The Best Presidents Cup Merch Has a Chicago Dog On It
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The Best Presidents Cup Merch Has a Chicago Dog On It

B. Draddy’s limited-edition collection brings vintage style and a little Chicago flavor to Medinah.

By Cool Material
This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000 This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
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This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000

The $800 Nodus Sector Deep Damascus combines 500-meter dive credentials with a one-of-a-kind Damascus steel bezel.

By Amos Kwon
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Leica SOFORT 2 Hybrid Instant Camera

Leica's iconic red dot is synonymous with photographic excellence, and the Leica SOFORT 2 is the latest testament to their commitment to quality and innovation. This hybrid instant camera beautifully marries classic design with modern technology, ensuring your pictures are nothing short of exceptional. Equipped with a 4.9 MP CMOS…

By John A. Paradiso
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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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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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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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