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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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The Smallest PAX Device is Now 20% Off

If you like to partake of the non-tobacco kind of flower, it's a fair bet you've heard of the PAX vaporizer. PAX is back with the Mini, their smallest device ever that's still capable of delivering epic sessions. It delivers 2+ hours of "flower to feels in 22 seconds" (do…

By Pat McLaughlin
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The James Brand Anzick Is Our New Favorite Chef’s Knife

The Anzick is a cutting-edge chef's knife that seamlessly blends style and functionality. Created by The James Brand, one of our favorite pocket knife makers, this exceptional tool is designed to handle even the most challenging kitchen tasks with ease. Its meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail make it one…

By John A. Paradiso
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RM Sotheby’s High-Speed: Paul Newman’s Racing Legacy Auction

Fans of Paul Newman know that the iconic actor was inextricably linked to the world of racing. And auction house RM Sotheby's celebrated that legacy with High-Speed auction, a thrilling event that captivated both racing enthusiasts and avid collectors alike. At the forefront of this extraordinary event was the legendary…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Ultimate Vaporizer is Now 20% Off

Whether at home or on-the-go, when it comes to vaporizers, we want it all. We want to be able to use full flower or potent concentrates depending on the mood--and keep it smooth without any harsh smoke. We want multiple modes for unique combinations of flavor and vapor. We want…

By Pat McLaughlin
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Hiking Gear Every Guy Should Have Before Heading Out

Day hikes and casual weekend excursions along established trails in prepared campsite rarely end up with someone 127 Hours-ing themselves out of a gulch. It’s when you get more adventurous, the first few steps from beginner to intermediate, that you’ll find yourself new situations you might not be prepared for.…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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