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WhistlePig’s The Boss Hog XII: Feather & Flame Is a Deliciously Unconventional Rye Whiskey

Another winning release in the exclusive Boss Hog lineup.

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The Cool Material 2025 Holiday Gift Guides
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The Watch That Proves Toughness Has Always Been a Kind of Elegance
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The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

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How to Give the Gift of Pappy This Year (Even If You Can’t Get Your Hands on a Bottle)

You don’t need a rare hookup to gift a piece of bourbon history.

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Review: Nike x Hyperice HyperBoot – A Game-Changer for Foot Pain and Recovery
By Travis Haley
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Outdoors
The Best Gear for Life on the Trail, According to the Couple Who Wrote the Book on It
By Lola Méndez
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Sports
The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

Pack your bags...

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How to Give the Gift of Pappy This Year (Even If You Can’t Get Your Hands on a Bottle)

You don’t need a rare hookup to gift a piece of bourbon history.

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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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Outdoors
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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Feeling the Burn

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The Handsome Fan’s Style Guide to the NBA Finals

The Best Wheated Bourbons That Aren’t Pappy Van Winkle
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The Best Wheated Bourbons That Aren’t Pappy Van Winkle

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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

50 Books Every Man Should Read Before He’s 50
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50 Books Every Man Should Read Before He’s 50

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The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

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150 Years of Bulova: The Watch Documentary You Didn’t Know You Needed

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I Went Down a Nixon Watch Rabbit Hole. Here Are the 4 Most Surprising Details I Found

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Online Ceramics x John Mayer G-Shock Ref. 5600

John Mayer's creative collaboration with G-Shock and Hodinkee continues with the release of his second limited edition timepiece, a striking 5600 model in partnership with Online Ceramics. Renowned for their eclectic graphic tees for Dead & Co, Online Ceramics infuses the watch with their signature hippie-inspired aesthetic. The timepiece boasts…

By John A. Paradiso
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Wednesday Link Roundup

The web is a vast place best explored with a little guidance. Every day we curate a small collection of links worthy of your time, meaning you can skip the wandering and get right to the good stuff.

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Features
Why Football and Thanksgiving Have Always Gone Together

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, and of course football. Have you ever wondered why football games have become synonymous with Thanksgiving? It's a tradition that has been around for almost a century and has become an integral part of the holiday. After a long day of cooking and…

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Michter’s 25-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Michter's 25-Year Bourbon, a legend among spirits, is back after a three-year hiatus, and this time with a more wallet-friendly price tag of $1,500. This coveted Kentucky whiskey is a rare gem in the bourbon world, standing out with its impressive aging process and a profile that boasts molasses, holiday…

By John A. Paradiso
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Tech
Polycade Sente Modular Arcade System

Polycade's gaming prowess reaches new heights with the Sente, surpassing its Lux predecessor. This compact arcade system boasts modular controls, from the classic dual joystick setup to optional trackball or lightguns, providing unparalleled versatility. The Sente doesn't just play games; it's a gaming hub with space for a custom gaming…

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