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Bowl Season Gear by Nike

If you’re gearing up for the most wonderful, chaotic stretch of the college football calendar, start here.

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

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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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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

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

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

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50 Books Every Man Should Read Before He’s 50

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Nike ISPA Link Axis

Nike's ISPA Link Axis is a game-changer in sustainable footwear, signaling a significant shift towards eco-conscious design. In a world where recycling and environmental responsibility are paramount, Nike's Beaverton, Oregon-based team has stepped up their game with this innovative creation. This shoe marks Nike's debut in the realm of fully…

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The Weekend Agenda

Every Friday we’ll get you hooked up with some solid weekend plans. These are the things we think you should watch, read or do over the next few days.

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Everything You Need To Know About Having Your Own Outdoor Sauna

With benefits ranging from improved circulation to stress relief, an outdoor sauna can be the perfect addition to your home or rental property. Saunas can help to relax muscles, improve cardiovascular health, reduce muscle soreness, improve skin health, boost the immune system, relieve pain, and enhance mood. They can also…

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Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions

If you're a retro gaming aficionado who craves the nostalgic charm of classic handhelds, the Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are your golden ticket to gaming paradise. Created by the renowned video game hardware wizards at Analogue, these handhelds pay homage to the glory days of gaming with a stunning…

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ASICS Gel-Lyte III OG Phantom Grey Sneakers

The ASICS Gel-Lyte III in Phantom Grey is the embodiment of style-meets-sport. Originally crafted as a running shoe by the ingenious Shigeyuki Mitsui, this classic has evolved into a lifestyle icon. With a nod to its athletic heritage, it still boasts the signature split tongue and GEL heel cushioning for…

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