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It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter

It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter

These 5 lighters turn a disposable necessity into a piece of EDC you’ll actually want to carry.

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The Case for Nashville as Your Next Golf Getaway
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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture
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We Found the Good Stuff

Our latest favorites for your closet, home, wrist, and everywhere else.

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Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in July 2026.

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7 Essentials from Filson’s Warm-Weather Shop
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The Anti-Algorithm Guide to Discovering New Music
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We Found the Good Stuff

Our latest favorites for your closet, home, wrist, and everywhere else.

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Watches
Black Book: 14 Products Our Editors Loved in July 2026

The products our editors have been obsessed with in July 2026.

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What We're Buying
7 Essentials from Filson’s Warm-Weather Shop

For the beach, the lake, the trail, and wherever you like disappearing to on summer weekends.

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Lifestyle
The Anti-Algorithm Guide to Discovering New Music

Streaming made music infinite. Which made discovery harder. Here’s how we’re finding our way back.

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America’s Most Historic Golf Trip

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

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The Best New Gear From Nike This Week

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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

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The Luxury Lover’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta

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The Nike Chapter of My Summer Story

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The Hotel Redefining Charleston Charm

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Wild Turkey’s New ‘Cheesy Gold Foil’ Release Is a Tribute To a Collector’s Classic

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The Snow Crawler Protects You From the Elements

Just because we enjoy creating some tracks in the snow doesn't mean we enjoy getting battered by the elements. Whereas traditional snowmobiles and sleds leave the rider exposed to the wind and sleet, the Snow Crawler lets the person piloting it cruise around untouched by Mother Nature. The all-terrain concept vehicle…

By Mike Newman
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The Avegant Glyph Headphones Hide a Virtual Reality Headset

There are a few reasons virtual reality hasn't exploded yet. First, the technology is only finally getting to the point where it's good enough to make everything believable (not to mention, keep you from barfing). Second, the headsets are only somewhat portable. And third, they look more ridiculous than wearing Google…

By Mike Newman
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Mountie Attaches Your Phone or Tablet to Your Laptop

We live in an age when many people own more than one computer. Sure, they might call their other computer a phone or a tablet, but that doesn't mean they aren't just smaller computing devices. Mountie allows you to utilize your iPad, iPhone, or other device as an accessory while…

By Mike Newman
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The Montblanc E-Strap Has a Touchscreen on the Band

Timepiece purists are having a hard time jumping on the smartwatch bandwagon. The style, story, and sophistication of a fine watch hasn't exactly been replicated by tech companies. So what does a watchmaker like Montblanc do for watch lovers who still want some digital connectivity? They make the Timewalker Urban Speed…

By Mike Newman
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The 50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra 427

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic Shelby Cobra 427, Shelby American is cranking out 50 special edition models for hardcore lovers of the legendary 2-seater. Available in either the classic blue and white (fiberglass or aluminum body) or in a Silver Surfer-esque polished aluminum, the 50th Anniversary Cobra…

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