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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive

Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive

At Stitchdown Expo in Chicago, shoe shining is a competitive sport and the best bootmakers in the biz are taking measurements.

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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.

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Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
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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.

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Your Blundstone Boots Could Use a Day Off

We love the Australian classics as much as the next guy. But these 8 alternatives make a compelling case for expanding your boot rotation.

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Sony Just Brought Back 1979’s Coolest Headphones

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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Why Iconic American Bootmaker Nicks Built Its New Line in Mexico
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Mario Trimarch Built a Copper Motorcycle Designed to Oxidize

One look at the bike designed by Mario Trimarchi is all it takes to fall in love. This ride trades the swooping curves, molded fiberglass and pieces of plastic you're familiar with in favor of a faceted copper exterior that looks great now and will only look better as it…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Smartly Is Target’s New Line of Ultra-Affordable Basics

Ah, the grownup wonderland that is Target. Few things get young 30-somethings going like a trip to the red and white bullseye. As if Target wasn't glorious enough already, now there's the Smartly line of staples. You'll find always-needed items like cleaner, sandwich bags, laundry detergent, and other cabinet mainstays,…

By Mike Newman
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Stator Self-Balancing Electric Bike

Scooters are vehicles born of convenience, not style. The badass Stator "self-balancing electric bike," on the other hand, is one you'll want to ride every day and show off to your friends. Power comes from a rear wheel direct drive 3-phase brushless DC motor with a max power of 1,000W,…

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We Went to a Real-Deal Lucha Libre Match

When we think of Mexican culture, there are a ton of things that come to mind. Of them, however, one of the most intriguing—and revered—is Mexican wrestling, also known as “Lucha Libre.” We’ve wanted to experience the thrill of a Lucha Libre match for years. Well, a couple weeks ago,…

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Paul Newman’s 1979 Datsun 280ZX Is For Sale

Some our favorite actors have also dabbled in auto racing. James Dean, Steve McQueen, and Gene Hackman have all hopped behind the wheel of a four-wheeled rocket. But of all the actors with a need for speed, Paul Newman is our favorite and probably the most strongly tied to the…

By Mike Newman
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