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Wears My Beer: Duluth Trading Co. x Miller High Life Collection

Wears My Beer: Duluth Trading Co. x Miller High Life Collection

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Bourbon has never been bigger. And somehow, it still has secrets.

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9 of the Most Expensive Apps You Can Download

When people purchase apps for their phones, they’re usually hard-pressed to find one that’s more than five or ten bucks. And if we’re spending more money than that on our phones, then you bet your ass we expect something incredible. It better prepare our taxes, cook for us, and walk…

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Win a Night Inside a Taco Bell

Not since that night in college when we smoked way too much have we thought about spending a night inside a Taco Bell. Then, while scouring Airbnb for unique stays, the thought crossed our minds again, when we came across this listing. Taco Bell wants to give you a SteakCation.…

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This Candle Smells Like a New Mac

Twelve South has produced a lot of cool Apple accessories over the years, but a candle that smells like a freshly unboxed Mac might be their best accessory yet. The scent we thought inimitable has been lovingly reproduced in this 100% soy wax candle using a combination of mint, peach,…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Best Made Strongboxes in Matte Black

Best Made Strongboxes are a great way to store small valuables and easy to lose items, but until recently they were only available in bright colors. Not anymore. Best Made Strongboxes now come in matte black. Available in their standard 6" or 9" sizes, along with a new 27" x…

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New BMW R nineT Motorcycles

BMW's continuing the success of the original R nineT and the R nineT Scrambler with two new retro models: Pure and Racer. Pure and Racer add to the already excellent world of BMW Motorrad Heritage with a stripped down roadster and an old school sports bike. Both bikes are built…

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