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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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Power Up & Save This Black Friday with the BLUETTI AC180 Power Station
By Cool Material
The Best Products of the Week: Casio Calculator Watch, WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition, and More
Gear
The Best Products of the Week: Casio Calculator Watch, WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition, and More

Including The James Brand's newest EDC pen.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Bags, Suitcases, and Duffels for Holiday Travel
Gear
The Best Bags, Suitcases, and Duffels for Holiday Travel

From sizable backpacks to compact carry-ons, these are the best options for quick trips.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: The James Brand × Timex Automatic GMT, Leica’s New Projector, and More
Gear
The Best Products of the Week: The James Brand × Timex Automatic GMT, Leica’s New Projector, and More

Including a Red Wing x Steve McQueen boot collaboration.

By John A. Paradiso
Gear
This CIVIVI Folding Pocket Knife Checks All the EDC Boxes

When it comes to the pocket knife we carry everyday we want it all. We want style, substance, cool factor and,  functionality. That's where this CIVIVI folding pocket knife comes in. D2 blade with black stonewash finish. Ceramic ball bearings in the pivot. Black finished liner lock mechanism. Black ebony…

By Pat McLaughlin
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Gear
Huckberry x Leatherman Skeletool KBx Pocket Knife

While the limited-edition Leatherman Skeletool multi-tool is seriously impressive, sometimes all you need is a solid pocket knife. Huckberry clearly agrees as they've linked up with the famous EDC brand for a special edition Skeletool KBx knife exclusively available at Huckberry. The skeleton frame and slim construction keep this pocket…

By John A. Paradiso
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Accessories
Bring the Bould Pack on Your Next Adventure

While the fanny pack/hip bag has taken over the fashion world as a style accessory, it has its roots in the great outdoors. The Bould Pack is a go-anywhere sling bag that is built for city walking or climbing the highest summits. Its expandable size means you can fit plenty…

By John A. Paradiso
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Gear
Leatherman x Topo Designs Limited Edition Multitool

Leatherman has refreshed its stylish Skeletool for summer thanks to a slick collaboration with Topo Designs. The redesigned multi-tool sports a boldly colorful casing that houses the seven tools within. The collaboration brings together the two outdoors brands in harmony on aesthetic and principle. The multi-tool is a device of…

By John A. Paradiso
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Fashion
Chaco x Outsiders Sandal

The Chaco x Outsiders Z/1 Classic sandal is described as “taking inspiration from classic British 4x4 vehicles” and we can see why. Rugged, handsome, and ready for any terrain, this sandal is a great alternative to the sometimes-too-bulky hiking boot. Coming in blue, yellow, or green, the Z/1 is a…

By Brett Braley
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