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The Best Products of the Week: Porsche x La Marzocco Espresso Machine, Tushy’s New Bidet, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Porsche x La Marzocco Espresso Machine, Tushy’s New Bidet, and More
By John A. Paradiso
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The Best Products of the Week: WhistlePig The Boss Hog XI, Sonos Arc Ultra, and More

Including a modern rendition of the Nintendo 64.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: Huckberry x Danner Boots, 40-Year-Old Suntory Whiskey, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Huckberry x Danner Boots, 40-Year-Old Suntory Whiskey, and More

Including beer-washed jeans from Wrangler.

By John A. Paradiso
The Best Products of the Week: Limited-Edition Leatherman Knife, Sony Wireless Speaker, and More
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The Best Products of the Week: Limited-Edition Leatherman Knife, Sony Wireless Speaker, and More

Including a colorful, affordable EDC knife from The James Brand.

By John A. Paradiso
Features
12 Carabiners Actually Built for Your Keys

In climbing, a good carabiner can quite literally mean the difference between life and death. The spring-locked clips invented by Otto Herzog have become a mainstay in most adventure activities. From climbing to caving to white water rafting, you need a quality carabiner. But in everyday life, a good carabiner…

By John A. Paradiso
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Air Co. Hand Sanitizer Is Made From Captured CO2

Brooklyn-based Air Co. turned the spirits world on its head when they released their Air Company Vodka that used a multi-ton conversion reactor and futuristic technology to capture excess carbon from the air and turn it into the clear spirit that everyone knows and loves. Now, the brand is back…

By Ben Dahl
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The Leatherman Bond Is the Best Entry-Level Multi-Tool

The Leatherman name has been synonymous with multi-tools for just about all of the company’s 38 years of operation. Founder Tim Leatherman arguably kickstarted the EDC craze when he launched his PST (Pocket Survival Tool) in 1983. Since then, hikers, DIYers, road trippers, and just about anyone who could make…

By Pat McLaughlin
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The Ledlenser MH5 Rechargeable Headlamp Is the Best Entry-Level Headlamp

When it comes to adventuring gear, the humble headlamp is essential. Whether you’re pitching your tent late at night, going for a pre-sunrise hike, or just need to hit the bathroom, a quality headlamp is crucial for camping. And you won’t get much better than the Ledlenser MH5 rechargeable headlamp.…

By Pat McLaughlin
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Weber’s Latest Grill Is Their Most Portable Yet

When it comes to grills you can count on for years thanks and take with you anywhere, there are few names as trusted Weber. Now, Weber is adding to their already fantastic line of on-the-go grills with the Weber Traveler, their newest portable gas grill. This brand-new, lightweight, compact gas…

By Ben Dahl
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