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OutdoorsA Rising Knife Brand Drops Its Most Refined and Capable EDC Folder Yet
Leveraging the competitive advantage of its long history in sharpening, the Oregon-based outfit ups the ante.
By Steve Mazzucchi
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FootwearNew Balance’s Ultimate Dad Shoe Hasn’t Looked This Stealthy in Years
The 993 looks just as dynamic even in this monochromatic palette.
By Ethan Brehm
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BriefingsThis New-Age Japanese Amplifier Celebrates 80 Years of Hi-Fi Heritage
Onkyo pays homage to a ’90s icon.
By Gear Patrol
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BriefingsJack Mason’s Fan-Favorite Traveler GMT Just Got Bigger
The Strat-O-Timer 42 brings the same iconic look to a larger format — and it’s still built in the USA.
Presented By Jack Mason
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MotoringSubaru’s Manual Enthusiast Sedan Is Getting Back to Its Best
The WRX continues to claw its way back from a rough 2025 thanks to revised pricing and the return of the affordable base model.
By Gray Van Dyke
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MotoringSubaru’s Most Iconic ’90s Car Is About to Really Enter Holy Grail Territory
This car is what Subaru STI dreams are made of.
By Chris Chin
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WatchesTimex Drops Its Best Chronograph Watch Ever
But the price is tough to swallow.
By Johnny Brayson
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WatchesG-Shock’s Flagship Aviation Model Makes a Return But Has Never Looked This Good
A new dial design and brand-new tech make this one of the toughest, most premium G-Shocks in existence.
By Ethan Brehm
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DealsOne of the Best Travel Bags Filson Has Ever Built Just Got a Major Price Cut
The Gear Patrol Outdoor Gear Award winner is now 30 percent off, making it more approachable than ever before.
By Sean Tirman
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MotorcyclesKawasaki’s Most Iconic Bike Gets Even More Compelling in a New Super-Affordable Entry-Level Form
The brand’s long-running performance-driven nameplate rolls out an approachable edition not seen stateside in nearly a decade.
By Steve Mazzucchi
Motoring
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Adventure VehiclesRam’s New Vanlife Trim Promises the Start to Your Overlanding Dream Rig
A new report indicates that the 2027 ProMaster is to receive a dedicated Vanlife trim that’s ripe for building your ideal mobile escape.
By Gray Van Dyke
Watches
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Dive WatchesSeiko’s Affordable Dive Watch Icon Suddenly Looks Better Than Ever
Is it still turtley enough for the turtle club?
By Johnny Brayson
Outdoors & EDC
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Knives & Multi-ToolsA Venerated EDC Brand’s Most Technical Knife Gets an Innovative British Redux
While the groundbreaking material helps elevate it, this knife is already a masterpiece of minimalist engineering.
By Sean Tirman
Tech
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EDCThis Tiny EDC Accessory Rethinks What a Multi-Tool Can Be
In just a few short years, Aulumu is proving it’s much more than just a tech brand.
By Ethan Brehm
Food & Drink
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BourbonThis Iconic Budget Bourbon Debuts Its Most Premium Whiskey Ever
It’s the legendary Kentucky distillery’s first major move into the ultra-luxury range.
By Ethan Brehm
Style & Travel
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CarharttCarhartt’s Under-the-Radar Offshoot Returns with Rare Jackets and Deadstock Grails
Even after half a century, these one-off Carhartt pieces from the brand’s vast archive are just getting started.
By Jack Seemer
Living
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Furniture & DesignHerman Miller Just Turned the Standing Desk’s Biggest Flaw Into a Feature
With the Coyl, Herman Miller proves that standing desk ergonomics and strong visual identity don’t have to be mutually exclusive.
By Ben Bowers
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