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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
Lifestyle
Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
By Andy Vasoyan
Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine 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

The Tie Bar teamed up with Searchlight Pictures on a capsule collection that brings the retro wardrobe into the real world.

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
Drinks
Stag Horn Whiskey Flight

Men used to enjoy a drink after a day of conquering the great outdoors. Now, even if you're just relaxing after conquering your inbox, you can still enjoy an added dose brawn with your next pour. This Stag Horn Whiskey Flight is made from genuine deer antler and comes with…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Hypnotizing Gifs From David Dope

If this post does really well, we're looking at you, Colorado. David Dope creates these very simple yet very mesmerizing little Gifs for your brain's pleasure. He updates his Tumblr with things that he finds that inspire him along with his own looped work. Determine how stoned you are by…

By Mike Newman
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Fashion
Pugilist Rag Soak

You might not have a cutman sitting in the corner of your room, but that doesn't mean you couldn't benefit from a little ring-inspired know-how. Pugilist Rag Soak is inspired by the old-school boxers and those potent smelling salts they used between rounds and after a fight. The oil will…

By Mike Newman
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Transportation
The $250k Icon Thriftmaster

We're not exactly sure how much a Chevy pickup went for back in the mid 1900's, but we're guessing they didn't come close to the price tag on this Ultimate Thriftmaster inspired by them. This reimagined Chevrolet 3100 series pickup features parts milled from billet aluminum and original 3100 body…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
LEGO Curiosity Rover

We've marveled at the photos sent back from the Curiosity Rover on Mars for over a year now. Yes, it's mostly just lots and lots of red rocks, but it's helped us vicariously live out some sort of sci-fi fantasy. Now you can have your own Curiosity Rover perfect for…

By Mike Newman
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