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Nomad Ultra Rugged Cable Series

Nomad makes some of the most innovative travel gear out there, but their new Ultra Rugged Cable Series is sure to become an instant favorite for those of you that spend any amount of time on the road or in the air. Each of the cables in the series is…

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SpiderLight Camera Holster

Neck and wrist straps are great for cameras of all sizes, but if you truly want a seamless shooting experience with your camera you should check out the SpiderLight Camera Holster. Designed specifically for the mirrorless and lightweight pro cameras on the market (hence the "Light," but there is a…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Mercedes-Benz X-Class Pickup Truck

For all the glitz and glam that Mercedes-Benz has become associated with over the years, it's worth remembering the brand has deep roots in the world of heavy-duty commercial vehicles. With the unveil of the X-Class pickup, they're blending a little of that brawn with a bit of that beauty. Two…

By Mike Newman
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Shinola Runwell Turntable

After masterfully crafting watches, bikes, multi-tools and ping pong paddles, Shinola is tackling the world of high-end audio with the announcement of the Runwell Turntable. Built in America in collaboration with VPI (one of the nation's leading turntable manufacturers), the Runwell Turntable uses a friction-free, all-metal tonearm, modular phono preamp…

By Cooper Fleishman
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New Balance Remastered Rainier Trail Shoe

Slightly less than 35 years ago, Lou Whittaker climbed the North Face of Mt. Everest in New Balance Rainier Boots. It's likely that his ability to do that was predicated on years of training and physical exertion and this wasn't a Like Mike situation, but Rainier boots are nice boots and…

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