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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 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

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Sony Just Brought Back 1979’s Coolest Headphones
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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
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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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How to Layer Like an Italian This Winter

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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
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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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Decoded: Levi’s Two Horse Patch

Have you ever looked at the back of your Levi’s? Outside of checking the size when you were purchasing them, you probably haven’t studied the backside of your jeans. The iconic denim company has a fairly famous patch on there that shares a few clues about the company’s history. Here’s…

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Audio
Marshall Is Upgrading Its Entire Line of Bluetooth Speakers

When it comes to sound and amplification devices, Marshall is a brand that needs no introduction. The label has produced high-quality audio devices since the early '60s, and its modern lifestyle speakers and headphones have more than lived up to the brand's reputation. Now, Marshall is upgrading its entire line…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Ark Shelters are Eco-Friendly Off-The-Grid Homes

Belgium-based Ark Shelter "wants to go back to the basics by providing a living place within nature." That's why the outfit makes modern, minimal and mobile homes that sit on floating foundations. Each of the stylish shelters can be placed anywhere from your backyard to next to a lake if…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Portal From Facebook Is a Video Calling Unit With Alexa

If the cold, impersonal interactions through Facebook aren't fulfilling your need for human connection, there's hope... from Facebook. Portal from Facebook is a video calling unit that boasts Amazon's Alexa and a bevy of features. The device follows the action, so you can call and talk to friends and family…

By Mike Newman
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Save up to 89% on Clearance Items at Nordstrom Rack

You can find great deals at Nordstrom Rack all the time. This isn't news to you. Every once in a while, however, even better deals come along than the advertised ones on the site. This is one of those times. Right now, you can get up to 89% off clearance…

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