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The company behind one of our favorite products just launched its Health Tag, a tiny tracker designed to stick with you 24/7

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Finally, a camera pack that we actually like

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An overbuilt everyday carry knife for all your cutting needs.

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(Courtesy GoPro) GoPro Hero 6 Camera ($500) The newest offering from the action cam pioneer, the GoPro Hero 6 camera listens to your voice commands and has a pared-down viewing screen, making for easy viewing and playback of your sweet footie. Buy Now (Courtesy…

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Deck out your home with these backyard barbeque toys.  (Courtesy Filson) Filson Apron ($95) Made from durable, machine-washable, antique tin cloth, this rugged apron is functional BBQ steeze at its best, with an adjustable nylon neck strap, oil-finished trim, and five pockets for all your grilling tools.

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So you like wrenching on your bike and tuning your skis. Read on. (Courtesy Dakine) Dakine Deluxe Tuning Kit ($60) Keep skis and snowboards in top shape with this portable set, which includes an edge tuning tool, file, wire cleaning brush, metal scraper, wax scraper, pocket, wax, and a scuff…

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Show your dog how much you love her with a recycled cotton blanket, a bridle-leather leash from Filson, and seven other non-essentials.  (Courtesy Orvis) Orvis Buffalo Check Dog Jacket ($49) The traditional plaid print and corduroy accents on the polyester Orvis Buffalo Check dog jacket will give your best friend a…

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The gift of a watch says “You’re special.” The gift of the WeWood Laguna timepiece ($320) says “You’re one of a kind.” Italian manufacturer WeWood uses remnant hardwoods, so no trees are cut down to get that handsome, grainy bezel and band. For the Laguna, the brand reclaimed oak from…

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After several weeks testing the new camera, our editor came away seriously impressed with several of its upgrades

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A smoothie a day keeps the doctor away

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The Echo Meter Touch 2 lets you identify ultrasonic bat calls in real time

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Stainless steel water bottles wrapped in cork.

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A Japanese inspired knife.

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Nailing the perfect ratio of utility and technology, this folding knife ($295) from Shinola won us over with its timeless design and modern materials. The 2.6-inch stainless steel blade is housed in a titanium handle and deploys with the push of a button. An integrated belt clip keeps the knife secure…

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This $45 tool will change the way you hydrate on the trail

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Need fuel for your fireplace or home stove? Swing away.

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Take the party with you

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Add this simple device to your pack. You won’t regret it.

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How the Pixel 2 improves on the search giant’s original smartphone release

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Your food will taste better, and you'll stay healthier

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It's smokeless and sears hotter than anything else I've tried

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Dial in your—and your pet’s—training.

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Rugged, refined timepieces for nights out, the depths, and, yes, even space.

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Tools that make it impossible to take a bad picture.

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How to really take advantage of Apple's newest smartphone

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Giving disaster-struck communities the ability to produce their own clean water

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The company’s flagship camera has important updates, including higher quality footage and better image stabilization

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The ultimate adventure vehicle from Ford.

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Better garage organization means easier gear access, which means more time to play outside

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Yes, it’s a speaker built into a real Pelican Case

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Keep your gear dry with these five products

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The writer and activist's nighttime essentials

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Mission Workshops makes some of the world's finest cycling apparel, but just released a knife called the Unagi.

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The software update, which launched today, is almost identical to what GoPro touted months ago but has yet to deliver

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A watch infused with flowers and moss.

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The GoPro founder always keeps one of his cameras handy, even when he sleeps

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A three-inch blade you'll always want on your side.

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Thanks to new software, your #roadtrip photos are going to get a lot better

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This wearable ensures you'll always have a tool handy.

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An artistic tribute to one of our National Parks.

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How to trick-out your picture-taking device without breaking the bank

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This basic piece of gear is a must-have for any adventure

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We talked to design maverick Thomas Meyerhoffer about the importance of always exploring. Then we had him speak with four other visionaries building an ingenious new world.

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MIT research scientist Hugh Herr lost both legs below the knee after a 1982 winter climbing ordeal. In less than a year, he hacked his prosthetics to allow him to climb again, and he went on to become one of the world’s leading innovators in the field. Author Todd Balf, who lost partial use of his legs after a spinal-cord injury, gets a front-row seat as Herr and his MIT colleagues plot their next big act—new science and technology to end a slate of disabling conditions.

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Here's the stuff this well-known adventure photographer uses to help him nail the shot

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They're unobtrusive but handy as hell

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A murdered out pocketknife.

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The gear we're most excited about, on sale

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Don't miss out on incredible savings this week

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Time does not have to equal a ton of money

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This is how we survive office work

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Eight exceptional new timepieces

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I'm as addicted to my phone as anyone. Could three weeks in Madagascar without service provide some sort of lasting digital renewal?

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The Arbor wallet ($40) looks and feels like it's made from leather but it's actually built from a thin and flexible, waxed and oiled wood.

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Because no one wants to be left in the dark

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A watch that pays tribute to America's first fighter pilots.

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Fender just released its first Bluetooth speaker and it rocks

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For years, the action-cam maker insisted it wanted to become an entertainment company. Now it's back to focusing on a few core products—a strategy that is finally working

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A beautiful longboard handcrafted in Africa

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When it comes to pizza, trust the Italians

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Seven tips to enjoy the weekend safely and comfortably

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The saying, "straight out of a Mad Max film," gets overused. But really, this custom motorcycle ($40,000) looks like it's straight out of a Mad Max film.

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This 3.25-inch fixed-blade knife ($20) looks more like a USB drive than a tactical blade when housed in its sheath and hung around your neck.

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After a monthlong test, our writer came away optimistic about the technology's potential, though GoPro still has some kinks to iron out with the first edition

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A Bond villain's Land Rover Defender.

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What to buy and how to treat it right

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Lots of light for just a little $

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Six tips from James Freeman, coffee drinker extraordinaire and founder of Blue Bottle

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A phone case with a built-in lens system.

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Great sound doesn't have to cost a fortune

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A stylish way to carry your laptop.

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This knife is so good it has been around for 200 years.

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This sleep and health expert gives us his tips for how to ensure a restful night

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You don't need to overpay for one of these ultra-useful gadgets

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Imagine all the fun of an outdoor blade in a package you can use more often. Put one to use in your kitchen, and it might make cooking dinner feel a little more exciting.

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These luxury watches look nicer than your Fitbit and are just as smart

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This tiny home has a full bathtub and a dishwasher

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A guitar handcrafted from repurposed whiskey barrels

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