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The Best Products of the Week: Bang & Olufsen Latest Earbuds, LEGO x F1 Set, and More
Gear
The Best Products of the Week: Bang & Olufsen Latest Earbuds, LEGO x F1 Set, and More
By John A. Paradiso
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Power Up & Save This Black Friday with the BLUETTI AC180 Power Station

Unleash off-grid freedom this Black Friday with the BLUETTI AC180 Solar Portable Power Station! Just $479 until 12/3—compact, solar-ready, and powerful. Use code COOLMATERIAL01 for 5% off. Don’t wait—shop now and stay charged anywhere!

By Cool Material
The Best Products of the Week: Casio Calculator Watch, WhistlePig PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition, and More
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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
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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
Gear
The Vessel Ash Is a Stylish Modern Ashtray and Storage Solution

Vessel has made a habit of producing thoughtful and stylish cannabis accessories for the modern smoker. Their latest piece of gear is a brutalist ashtray that's expertly designed and will look great in any home. Vessel developed Ash as a three-piece set that combines a concrete ashtray with a walnut…

By John A. Paradiso
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Apple Revealed a Bunch of Cool New Hardware at Their Spring Tech Event

Late last week, Apple unveiled a whole slew of new products and offerings ranging from the Mac Studio and Studio Display, to the M1 Ultra chip, and the most powerful/versatile iPad Air ever. As if that wasn't enough, they also announced a partnership with Major League Baseball to offer "Friday…

By Ben Dahl
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The James Brand Is Back With an Upgraded Ellis Multifunction Knife

Whether you're talking about their knives, everyday carry gear, or collaborative pieces, every single thing that bears The James Brand name is built-to-last, incredibly useful and purposefully designed. While we love their Redstone Outdoor Knife, Midland Titanium Key Hook, and TJB x Topo Designs Utility Capsule, the Ellis Multifunction Knife…

By Ben Dahl
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Fashion
Vollebak Off Grid Collection

Not to get all dark on you, but it may be time to start thinking of what’s going to be on-trend when you’re hiding in your bunker one day. My bet’s on Vollebak’s Off Grid Collection. This raincoat and pants combo would be ideal for any weather conditions while still…

By Brett Braley
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Meet Garphyttan, the Newest Name in Outdoor Apparel

Swedish brand Garphyttan is just the latest company to catch our eyes in the outdoor apparel industry. Founded by survival expert and all-around outdoorsman Johan Skullman, Garphyttan boasts the technical know-how to compete with many of the other names in workwear. Whether you're a seasoned camper, a craftsperson braving the…

By John A. Paradiso
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