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The Summer Edit: 10 Pieces That Make Getting Dressed Ridiculously Easy

The smartest summer wardrobes aren't the biggest ones. They're the ones where every piece works with every other piece.

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The best outdoor portable speakers for beach trips, lake weekends, backyard hangs, and every adventure that calls for a little music.

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The Switchboard Coat Rack

The coat rack is a necessary part of any entryway, but the functionality can get bogged down in all the coats, hats, scarves and bags that inevitably get stacked on each of the rungs or hooks. You won't have that problem with The Switchboard coat rack. The 30" long triangular…

By Mike Newman
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The Best Binoculars You Can Buy For Your Summer Adventures

As adventure season arrives, it’s the perfect time to get your gear in order. You have the boots, rain shell, and bag, but do you have binoculars? A good pair of binos literally gives you a whole new perspective and is an essential (but often overlooked) item for any outdoorsman.…

By Drew Haas
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Rhone’s Swift Running Shorts Will Keep You Cool While You Work Out

When it comes to your time at the gym, that post-work run, or your sport of choice, the clothing you wear can affect your performance. That's why Rhone went ahead and designed the Swift 7" Lined Running Short. By strategically perforating specific 'sweat zones’ these shorts actively keep your important regions…

By Mike Newman
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Roam’s Short-Term Apartments Let You Live Like a Nomad

There’s no question that the world is becoming a more connected place. Affordable international airfares, instantaneous connections, and enticing travel social media have created a generation that glorifies and craves shared experiences and global destinations. Out of this desire for unique experiences, the sharing economy has sprung to make this…

By Drew Haas
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Stainless Steel Secret Decoder Ring

Secret decoder rings have been popular since the 1930s, but they're probably best known as Ralphie's prize for drinking gallons of Ovaltine in A Christmas Story. Now the Secret Decoder Ring is back and better than ever in stainless steel with a brushed nickel finish. A simple rotation of the…

By Cooper Fleishman
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