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London Doesn’t Have to Be Lavish to Travel Well

Your smart, stylish, and affordable guide to visiting the UK capital.

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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

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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 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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The James Brand OD Green + Orange Collection

The James Brand, one of our favorite EDC makers, has added to its impeccable lineup of pocket knives and tools with the OD Green & Orange Collection. This new collection builds on their OD Green + Black series and offers a fusion of rugged functionality and urban style. The OD…

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The 8 Best Cities For Beer Lovers To Visit This Summer

Summer is the perfect time for a classic American road trip. And while some may center their trips on the myriad amusement parks, beach towns, or roadside monuments that dot the United States, for beer lovers, a road trip is the perfect opportunity to try beers from breweries they'd never…

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Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven Concept

The recently revealed Mercedes-Benz Vision One Eleven Concept is a glimpse into the future of automotive design and innovation. The Vision One Eleven Concept showcases a sleek, aerodynamic exterior that exudes pure sophistication. Its bold lines and futuristic silhouette make a powerful statement, while the stunning LED lighting system adds…

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The US Space Force Has an Official Watch – And It’s Actually Pretty Cool

You probably haven't heard about the US Space Force, the space service branch of the Armed Forces, since it was established. And it quickly became the butt of many jokes. But, the division's official timepiece is no laughing matter. Introducing the US Space Force Micromilspec Watch, which merged sleek design…

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Vaultskin’s Stylish MAYFAIR Leather Zip Wallet Has Room for All Your Essentials

While all our everyday carry setups are slightly different, we all still need to carry a wallet. The Vaultskin MAYFAIR is, quite simply, far superior to other wallets because this slim and versatile zipper wallet is made with high-quality Italian leather, YKK zippers and RFID-blocking technology. It features an exterior…

By Pat McLaughlin
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