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StyleThis Special Adidas Samba Hasn’t Been Seen Since the 1960s
The Samba is one of the most recognizable sneakers on the planet. But it didn’t always look like the version most people know today.
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OutdoorsTwo Tactical Brands Just Revived a Legendary WWII-Inspired Knife
Al Mar and Tops collaborated to revitalize a cutting tool designed for some of the most arduous military training in the world.
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AudioDid a Heritage Japanese Hi-Fi Brand Create the Ultimate Affordable Desktop Speakers?
The revered audio maker has a history dating back to the 1940s.
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WatchesThis Minimalist Sports Watch Has Something I’ve Never Seen Before
The unique timepiece was created with a former Nike collaborator.
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OutdoorsThis EDC Blade Borrows a Unique Feature from Japanese Chef’s Knives
While the unusual machining is the stand-out aspect, there’s a lot to love about this high-end flipper.
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WatchesThis Award-Winning Brand’s Latest Watch Offers Shockingly Affordable Richard Mille Vibes
It even has an in-house skeletonized automatic movement.
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AudioHow to Factory Reset Your Sonos Speakers
Moving? Getting a new Wi-Fi router? Or gifting a Sonos speaker to a friend?
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MotorcyclesThis Beautiful, Powerful New Bagger Motorcycle Boasts Rare Features That Could Save Your Life
The 2025 Indian Chieftain PowerPlus is stronger, safer and, yes, better looking than what has come before.
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StyleJ.Crew’s Latest Drop Includes a Subtle Update to Its Most Iconic Shirt
A western spin on J.Crew’s most popular shirt invokes a modern cowboy standard.
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AudioSony Just Delivered the Latest Gut Punch to Blu-ray Collectors
It’s another sore day for physical media fans.
Motoring
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Adventure VehiclesPorsche Plans to Rehash a Cult 911 That Once Took the World by Storm
The 911 Dakar is supposedly making a comeback to live on for another iteration.
Watches
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Dress WatchesAn Iconic Traditional Dress Watch Gets a Surprising and Stunning Modern Makeover
Start a new Tradition.
Outdoors & EDC
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TravelCostco’s Exclusive Makes an Adventure Travel Essential Easier & Cheaper to Buy
The retailer’s signature strategy helps take the guesswork out of shopping for a health and safety essential that could save your trip – or even your life.
Tech
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AppleYour Apple Watch Quietly Got a Neat New Ability
It’s a small but noteworthy improvement to one of the watch’s most-used apps.
Food & Drink
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GrillingIkea’s Deceptively Versatile Cast-Iron Favorite Is Finally Available in the U.S.
The Swedish furniture giant’s new collection is small but mighty — and the star of the show has already earned a devoted following in other markets.
Style & Travel
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SneakersNike’s Discounted Military “Surplus” Sneaker Is the Bargain of Its Massive Sale
Inspired by tactical clothing designed to blend in, this Swoosh shoe stands out.
Living
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Knives & Multi-ToolsBenchmade’s Unexpected New Knives Might Actually Be Its Most Useful Ever
The brand best known for EDC folders and tough outdoor fixed blades turns its attention to even more ubiquitous cutting tool styles.
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