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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 American Watchmaker Rebuilding a Lost Craft
By Beau Hayhoe
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The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

We'll keep it short.

By Cool Material
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A Pilgrimage to Italy’s Iconic Superbikes and Supercars in Emilia-Romagna

The museums, factory tours, racetracks, restaurants, and hotels that turn Emilia-Romagna into heaven for anyone who grew up obsessed with fast machines.

By Brandon Withrow
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The Sunglasses You Should Be Wearing This Summer, According to An Expert

From Adrien Brody-approved Lacoste frames to ‘90s-inspired silhouettes, take on the sun in style.

By Beau Hayhoe
Features
The Most Functional Mechanical Pencils That Don’t Skimp On Style

Digital technology has helped the world in countless ways, but it also makes certain things quite inconvenient. Case in point: It’s pretty hard to find a pencil sharpener nowadays. Even libraries--the longstanding beacon of the written word--seem to have taken them down. It's time to upgrade to a mechanical pencil…

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Gerber Assert Pocket Knife

Looking for a new pocket knife to add to your EDC arsenal? Gear up for everyday adventures with the Gerber Assert. Sleek, stylish, and oh-so-versatile, this cutting-edge tool is the ultimate companion for your outdoor pursuits. Crafted by Gerber, one of our favorite pocket knife makers, the Assert boasts a…

By John A. Paradiso
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Food
Bricknic BBQ Planet

Prepare to level up your grilling game with the revolutionary Bricknik BBQ Planet. This innovative outdoor cooking device takes barbecuing to celestial heights, and it's ready to rock your world of flavors. Crafted with precision and a passion for perfecting the art of grilling, this awe-inspiring contraption is the brainchild…

By John A. Paradiso
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LEGO John Deere 948L-II Skidder

LEGO is here to make all of your rustic dreams come true. They've worked with John Deere to release a LEGO Technic kit of the 948L-II Skidder. While John Deere mostly makes farming equipment, the Skidder was made for loggers. The LEGO kit comes with 1,492 pieces and boasts an…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Best Trunk Organizers For Both Cars and SUVs

Few things impress a date, colleague, or new buddy more than a spiffy ride. This stretches to the rear of the vehicle, particularly if you’re heading out on a day trip that requires hauling some gear. Which means it's time to invest in a reliable trunk organizer that will keep…

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