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Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine
Lifestyle
Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine
By Beau Hayhoe
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
Lifestyle
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip

Kohler is doubling down on its reputation as a world-class golf destination with a new course, new places to stay, and even more reasons to visit.

By Cool Material
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
Lifestyle
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Come for the mountains, ocean, and adventure. Stay for the martinis, massages, and freshly cleaned sunglasses.

By Lanny Fuller
A Uruguayan Student Figured Out the Secret to Mess-Free Grilled Cheese A Uruguayan Student Figured Out the Secret to Mess-Free Grilled Cheese
Lifestyle
A Uruguayan Student Figured Out the Secret to Mess-Free Grilled Cheese

Crispy on the outside, molten on the inside.

By Lola Méndez
Transportation
You Can Carry This Bike Around In A Bag

Hoisting a bike on your shoulder is a great way to gain some extra sore muscles. Kit Bike is here to give you and your chiropractor a breather. The entire bike comes apart easily and can be quickly tossed into the leather bag for simple transport. Kit Bike is composed…

By Mike Newman
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Transportation
Priority Bicycles Made a Bike That’s Affordable and Maintenance-Free

Cheap bikes are usually poorly made, and expensive bikes are nice but require upkeep and a sizable portion of your paycheck. Priority Bicycles set out to create something that solved both of these issues—a bike that is affordable and maintenance-free. Each sports a lightweight aluminum frame, a simple 3-speed setup,…

By Mike Newman
Drinks
Two Beers One Cup: 7 Beer Blends You Should Try

Once in a while, we like to play mad scientist with our beer. While there are plenty of amazing brews out there that are perfect on their own, there’s something about being part of the creation of something that excites us. If you want to play beer mixologist, here are…

By Mike Newman
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Transportation
This Custom Bike Is An Industrial Work of Art

Even though it looks like it belongs in the next Mad Max movie or some dystopian epic about bike riders, this two-wheeler from McFly Customs is very much a real ride. Crafted by Antoine Hotermans, the Apache Racer is simple, rugged, and looks like it was welded together using scraps from around…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
The Wild, Obsessive Hunt For The World’s Rarest 78rpm Records

Long before you could access music on your phone, 78rpm records ruled the world. Now those 10" discs are the obsession of more than a few people. Do Not Sell At Any Price takes you inside the crazy world of collecting 78s. The book shares adventures from John Tefteller, Joe Bussard,…

By Mike Newman
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