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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.

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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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Your Shoe Selection Isn’t Complete Without a Pair of Wallabees

Rare is the pair of shoes that not only are infinitely stylish but also offer unparalleled comfort. Come to think of it, Wallabees are among the only shoe that fits that bill. These iconic shoes have been a favorite among fashion enthusiasts for decades, thanks to their unique appeal and…

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The Ultimate EDC Guide With Everything You Need Before Leaving the House

In today's world, it's more important than ever to be prepared for anything. That's where EDC, or everyday carry, comes in. EDC is all about having the essential items you need on hand at all times, so you can handle whatever life throws your way. Exactly what makes each person's…

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One of the Most Beloved Texas Breweries Now Makes Vodka, Moonshine, and Gin

Welcome to Add to Bar Cart, where Cool Material’s writers and editors recommend the spirits that they’re enjoying most right now. It never made sense to me that more breweries don't have small distilling operations attached to them. Roughly speaking, you have to make beer to make whiskey--whiskey wash is…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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The Best Flasks in Every Style

Were he to be a whiskey connoisseur, Forrest Gump might say that the distilled grain spirit meshes with the great outdoors like peas and carrots. Thing is, no one wants to lug a big bottle of booze around with them. Enter the flask, one of the most effortlessly functional pieces…

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How to Use a Blowtorch to Transform Your Cooking

Tune into any Netflix cooking show and you're bound to see blowtorches used in the kitchen. Sure, blowtorches look cool on camera, but their use by culinary professionals isn’t just for show. They can truly revolutionize your culinary skills by allowing for easy caramelizing, searing, and finishing of dishes just…

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