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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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Be the Guy Who Always Has a Pen
By Beau Hayhoe
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SPC/LST Review: Purpose-Built Gear That Lasts a Lifetime

It's pronounced "specialist."

By Travis Haley
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The Most Important Shoes You’ll Never PR In

Performance shoes get the glory. These do the repair work.

By Beau Hayhoe
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The Winter Olympics, But Make It Wearable

Nike’s cold-weather era is peaking, don’t miss out.

By Cool Material
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Oakley Built Custom Glasses for Tom Cruise Biggest ‘Mission Impossible’ Stunt Yet

With each Mission Impossible movie it seems Tom Cruise finds new ways to challenge himself with crazier and more daring stunts. The film series' latest entry, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1, features what many are calling the biggest stunt in cinema history. And Oakley sunglasses has helped Cruise achieve…

By John A. Paradiso
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Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tubes

I don't know about you, but I'm sick of those tiny travel toothpaste tubes. Not only are they a wasteful use of plastic, I feel like I never have enough toothpaste by the end of my travels. So I was thrilled to come across the Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tubes. The…

By John A. Paradiso
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Bison Kiridashi Pocket Knife

While we love intricately designed, complex tools, sometimes simple is better. So, meet the Bison Kiridashi Pocket Knife, a formidable companion that effortlessly blends functionality, style, and craftsmanship. This compact yet robust pocket knife is meticulously handcrafted to withstand the rigors of everyday use while exuding a timeless charm that…

By John A. Paradiso
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Fashion
BMW Introduces ConnectedRide Smartglasses

While they haven't hit American soil yet, the BMW ConnectedRide smartglasses are starting to make waves in the motorcycle community. Not only do they offer riders a futuristic heads-up display that car manufacturers have been integrating into their ride, BMW Motorrad promises a safer, smoother experience for motorcyclists. Designed for…

By John A. Paradiso
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Leatherman Garage Batch 005: 40th Anniversary Multi-Tool

Leatherman is celebrating four decades of producing stellar multi-tools by releasing, well, another multi-tool. The brand's Garage innovation arm has crafted Batch 005, an impressively modern multi-tool that celebrates the legacy of Leatherman's innovation. The 40th Anniversary Multi-Tool showcases Leatherman's commitment to quality craftsmanship. Boasting 20 essential tools, it's the…

By John A. Paradiso
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