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Nike Is Releasing a New Air Force 1 Special Field Boot

When the first Air Force 1 sneaker (or "Air Force," as it was known at the time) was released in 1982, few people could foresee the kind of dominance the model would have. Yet, here we are, 35 years later, and the Air Force 1 is as sought-after as ever.…

By Mike Newman
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The Bike Butler Stores All Your Riding Essentials

Vadolibero, the Milan based company responsible for that fantastic custom bike shelving, is back with another custom storage area and bike valet they've dubbed the Bike Butler - Origo Vox. From sunglasses and a helmet to keys and a GoPro the Bike Butler stores all your riding essentials in one convenient…

By Cooper Fleishman
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‘Take a Bath’ Shares the World’s Most Innovative Bathrooms

We know. This sounds like a joke. A book about bathrooms? Really? Yes, really. Why would you want a book about bathrooms? Well, for starters, it's from Gestalten, a label known for next-level coffee table books. Also, since you don't have a copy in front of you, take a digital…

By Mike Newman
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Nike Just Invented Flyleather, Which Is Lighter and More Durable Than Leather

Years ago, Nike turned the industry on its head with the release of their revolutionary Flyknit technology, and now they're doing it again with leather. Nike's new Flyleather technology is made with at least 50% recycled natural leather fiber that's combined with synthetic fibers and a fabric infrastructure before being…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Danner’s New Boots are Built For the Trail and the City

Hiking boots are built to handle rough terrain and unpredictable conditions. In that pursuit, however, style often gets tossed out the window. That means that durable pair of boots you wear to climb rocks and logs looks pretty out of place when you're not in the woods. Enter Danner's latest…

By Mike Newman
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