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Review: Nike x Hyperice HyperBoot – A Game-Changer for Foot Pain and Recovery
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Ardbeg Hypernova

We love ourselves some smoky, peaty Ardbeg single malt, and now that fall is upon us it's all the more reason to imbibe in some of Islay's best. The distillery has just announced its new limited edition Hypernova, a super-peaty evolution of its Supernova series. At a high peat 170…

By Amos Kwon
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The Palmer from The James Brand Is an Upgrade on Your Cheap Boxcutter

Earlier this week we gave a shout-out to the OG boxcutter as one of the best budget EDC pocket knife options. If you're looking for a more luxurious upgrade, The James Brand has you covered. Leave it to one of the finest pocket knife makers to release a truly high-end…

By John A. Paradiso
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Hakosan Designs Toyota Supra A70 Restomod

Don't crack open your wallet just yet. This stunning restomod is purely digital. Created by graphic designer Hakosan Designs, the Toyota Supra A70 gets a modernized front end that loses the original's flip-up headlights and also adds quad red LED fog lights, a revised hood, huge wheel arches and flared…

By Amos Kwon
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How to Waterproof Every Type of Boot and Shoe You Own

The start of fall means colder, and often wetter, days are ahead. That means to protect your footwear (and your feet) from puddles, rain, and snow, you'll need to waterproof the boots and shoes you plan on wearing out. The keys to properly waterproofing your boots or other footwear is…

By Amos Kwon
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St. Agrestis Bottled Negroni Sbagliato

In case you've been living under a rock, the Negroni Sbagliato has been the "it" cocktail of the moment. Thanks to a a viral meme, the sparkling riff on a Negroni has dominated the food and beverage cycle for the past few weeks. New York Italian spirits maker St. Agrestis…

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