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Are These the Most Underrated Watches of the Year?

Citizen’s newest luxury collections set a new bar for everyday excellence.

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The Cool Material 2025 Holiday Gift Guides
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Review: Nike x Hyperice HyperBoot – A Game-Changer for Foot Pain and Recovery
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The Best Gear for Life on the Trail, According to the Couple Who Wrote the Book on It
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Review: Nike x Hyperice HyperBoot – A Game-Changer for Foot Pain and Recovery

Check out our CM product review of the hottest product in wellness right now: the Nike x Hyperice HyperBoot. Spoiler alert -- it’s a gamechanger!

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The Best Gear for Life on the Trail, According to the Couple Who Wrote the Book on It

They've explored 10,000 miles together. Here are their essentials.

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The Handsome Fan’s Style Guide to the NBA Finals

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Hypershell X Review: The Future of Hiking Has Legs

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The Story You’ll Tell When Someone Compliments Your Shirt

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G-SHOCK’s 10-Year Pursuit of Perfection: The Fine Metallic Series Delivers Unseen Innovation

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The History of the Advent Calendar, From German Protestants to Cadbury

It's hard to imagine counting down the days until Christmas without opening up those little doors of and Advent calendar and finding a sweet surprise inside. But where did the Advent calendar tradition come from? And how did it evolve into what we know today? This holiday tradition has evolved…

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The 6 Kitchen Knife Types Every Home Needs

A good set of kitchen knives is an essential tool in every home cook's arsenal. It's the difference between a smooth, effortless cut and a frustrating, dangerous struggle. But with so many different types of knives out there, it can be overwhelming to know which ones you actually need –…

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5 Caribbean Rums To Bring a Taste of the Islands To Your Bar Cart

The right Caribbean rum is often the perfect answer for anyone pining for a tropical escape any time of year. And you don't always have to jump on the next flight to an island to find it and enjoy a cocktail or nice neat pour of a quality spirit (though…

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The Dude’s ‘Big Lebowski’ Bathrobe Is Up For Auction

Dude, mark your calendars! In celebration of The Big Lebowski's 25th anniversary, Julian's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies are unloading over 250 items from the iconic film's set. From Jeff Bridges' laid-back T-shirt and signature bathrobe to his Dude-worthy sunglasses, you can finally channel your inner "Dude" without breaking a…

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Salomon Iconic Xt-6 Shoes Get a Winter Redesign

Gear up for winter in style with Salomon's Xt-6 Expanse Leather, a cold-weather adaptation of their iconic trail runners. Celebrating a decade of dominance, the Xt-6s have become a staple in both outdoor and streetwear scenes, and the Expanse Leather takes them to the next level. Maintaining the original design's…

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