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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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Black Book: 13 Products Our Editors Loved in October 2026
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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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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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Good Taste. Better Prices.

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Your Blundstone Boots Could Use a Day Off
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

Bop like it's 1979.

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The Cool Gift Guides of 2026
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The Cool Gift Guides of 2026

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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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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide
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Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide

Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Why Iconic American Bootmaker Nicks Built Its New Line in Mexico
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Why Iconic American Bootmaker Nicks Built Its New Line in Mexico

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A Better Way to Bring the Shade

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9 Video Games That Are Basically Movies You Control

Video games have come a long way since quarter-operated arcade cabinets.  We’re not disparaging arcade cabinets. The opposite. We love them and we have been known to patronize the occasional arcade bar. We’re just making the observation that there’s a lot more potential for storytelling on the modern PC or…

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Cameras
The Polaroid OneStep+ Lets You Use Your Phone as a Remote

Despite options from stalwart brands like Leica, Fujifilm, Lomography and IntantFlex, the first brand that comes to mind when we think about instant cameras is always Polaroid. The brand makes the best instant cameras out there. Despite taking a few years off, Polaroid is back with another new camera—the Polaroid…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Fashion
Port Products Sold-Out Eye Gel Is Back

Want to see a better-looking version of yourself staring back at you in the mirror? Face off against the damage done by stress, sun exposure, poor sleep habits or too many drinks with Port Products Marine Layer® Under Eye Recovery Gel. This lightweight, fast-absorbing gel, packed with potent red algae…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Transportation
2018 Jeep Wrangler Moab Edition

We were a little disappointed when the 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL platform was introduced with only the Sport, Sport S, Sahara and Rubicon configurations. Where are all the special editions that Jeep fanatics have come to know and love? Well, the first one is here with the arrival of the…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Food
The uKeg by GrowlerWerks Will Keep Your Fridge Stocked With Cocktails All Week

While it's true that beer is the world's most popular adult beverage, there's always a time and place for cocktails. Want to save yourself time and energy when hosting a party or trying out a new recipe? Make your old fashioned, mule, spritz or spiked lemonade concoction in a big…

By Cooper Fleishman
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