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

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Buck Mason Vintage Collection 2

Buck Mason has become one of our favorite menswear brands thanks to their timeless style and comfortable construction. While we admire their original products, we're just as impressed by their ability to curate exceptional gear. Today, Buck Mason is presenting the second drop of their handpicked vintage collection, a selection…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Best Añejo Tequilas Under $100 Even Whiskey Drinkers Will Love

All tequila starts as an unaged blanco. Put it in a barrel for at least two months and up to a year, and you have a reposado. Both of these styles are the most popular for refreshing tequila cocktails like the margarita (and the many delicious margarita variations). Leave it…

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Leatherman Garage Batch 005: 40th Anniversary Multi-Tool

Leatherman is celebrating four decades of producing stellar multi-tools by releasing, well, another multi-tool. The brand's Garage innovation arm has crafted Batch 005, an impressively modern multi-tool that celebrates the legacy of Leatherman's innovation. The 40th Anniversary Multi-Tool showcases Leatherman's commitment to quality craftsmanship. Boasting 20 essential tools, it's the…

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Duffire Steel Spring Pen

If you're looking for an impressive office pen that's sure to turn heads, consider the Duffire Steel Spring Pen, a writing instrument that effortlessly combines functionality, style, and durability. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this pen is a perfect companion for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship. The Duffire Steel…

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6 Real World Treasure Hunts That Could Make You Rich

Real-world treasure hunting isn't limited to the movies. There are enough local legends, ancient texts, and conspiratorial histories out there that it's surprising someone isn't tripping over a hidden chest of emeralds every other day. The mere thought of discovering a chest filled with gold, jewels, or ancient artifacts has…

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