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The Luxury Lover’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta
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It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter
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It’s Time to Upgrade Your Gas Station Lighter

These 5 lighters turn a disposable necessity into a piece of EDC you’ll actually want to carry.

By Beau Hayhoe
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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture

A guide to the galleries, murals, sculptures, and musical performances worth seeking out between beach days.

By Cool Material
This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington
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This 114-Mile Bike Route Is One of the Best Ways to See Washington

A three-day ride along former railways takes you through the Cascades and all the way into Seattle.

By Brandon Withrow
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6 Multi-tool Knives That are Just as Good as Swiss Army Knives

Any Everyday Carry (EDC) acolyte will tell you that a knife is an essential part of your day-to-day. Who knows when you’ll need to snip a loose thread, pull out a stubborn staple, or file your nails? Having the right EDC pocket knife that can keep up with your needs…

By Brett Braley
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Clothing
The Best Jeans Under $100 That Aren’t Levi’s

Americans love denim. It’s a part of our sartorial DNA -- and for good reason. Jeans have a way of dressing an outfit up or keeping it relaxed, depending on the cut you select. The problem, though, is variety. There are too many options and the price point varies wildly…

By Brett Braley
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The 10 Worst Cars Ever Made

There are certain cars that define cool. Each decade has a style, from the iconic coolest cars of the '80s to the modern appeal of cars from the 2000s. Other cars, to put it gently, are not nearly as sharp. Whether it's horrible design or a lack of reliability, these…

By Kevin McCauley
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Drinks
3 Distilleries That Prove Some of the Best American Whiskey Comes From Texas

While Kentucky usually gets the most attention, you can find great American whiskey in just about every state these days. One of the most interesting is Texas, both from a flavor perspective and from the fact that distillers in the state went from essentially zero to world-class in such a…

By Nickolaus Hines
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The 10 Top Pocket Knife Brands Every Guy Should Know

Every guy should carry a pocket knife. No, it doesn't mean you're trying to get cast as a baddie in the next John Wick movie, nor does it mean you plan on using it as a weapon. A good pocket knife is all about daily utility, and a well-made, well-designed…

By Amos Kwon
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