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The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/5)
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The Coolest Father’s Day Gifts of 2026 (New Products Added 6/5)
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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in May 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in May 2026.

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A Curated List of Memorial Day Sales

The internet is on sale. Here’s where to start.

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The Journey Collection Makes a Strong Case for Packing Less

The latest from Brixton is built for adventure.

By Cool Material
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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 Cooper Fleishman
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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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Features
The Best Pens for Every Budget

Ah, the pen. Said to be mightier than the sword, and yet most of us don’t give it a second thought in our daily lives. One always seems to be lying around except when needed and waitresses always seem to have an abundance of them in their aprons. I mean,…

By Brett Braley
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Outlery’s Full-Size Cutlery Set Packs Down Into a Hip Pack but Will Still Tackle All Your Meals

Despite the fact that eating on the go is the safest option, most of the plastic take-out utensils for those meals and drinks can only be described as terrible. Unless you're talking about the Outlery Cutlery set you see here. This portable, packable, and reusable set of travel cutlery includes…

By Cooper Fleishman
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