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The Luxury Lover’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta
By Cool Material
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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How to Clean and Care for Your Vinyl Records

You've finally taken the plunge and started your very own record collection. You've picked out your favorite LPs, you've acquired the essentials, and you've gotten the best vinyl gear. So, what next? I'm stating the obvious here, but vinyl records are a physical medium. Unlike those lovely MP3s on your…

By John A. Paradiso
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Check Out the Best Beers from the Great American Beer Festival

The Great American Beer Festival (GABF), hosted by the Brewers Association, is one of the marquee annual events in the craft beer world. And, while the festival didn't take place in person this year, the event's annual competition, which happens to be the largest beer competition in the world, went…

By John A. Paradiso
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Can’t Afford a Vintage Rolex? Buy One of These Instead

In the world of men's watches, conventional wisdom says that Rolex is the king of wrist candy. And for good reason. Immensely reputable quality and some seriously impressive vintage provenance from coveted collectors' pieces have catapulted the brand to stratospheric heights. But what if you don't have the funds to…

By Amos Kwon
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The Complete Guide to Opinel Numbers

If you've spent any amount of time researching a pocket knife purchase, you've more than likely come across the Opinel line of beautiful pocket knives. Opinel makes some of the most impressive pocket knives on the market based on classic peasant knife heritage and more than two hundred years of…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Yes, You Should Buy Yourself a Dune Buggy

Let's say you've been toying with the notion of getting a second or third vehicle for recreation. Sure, sports cars are a ton of fun, as are off-roaders. But let's face it, those are everywhere. The notion of owning a dune buggy may not have entered your mind, but it's…

By Amos Kwon
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