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Nolla Cabin

This Tiny A-Frame Cabin Aims for Zero Environmental Impact

Nolla (which means "zero" in Finnish) is one of the world's least environmentally damaging houses in terms of both carbon dioxide emissions and overall impact on the habitat in which it is placed. It was designed by NESTE, a business devoted to finding sustainable solutions for all.
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: The Best Gear of the Year

Outdoor Retailer Summer Show 2018 descended upon Denver, Colorado in July, providing brands the opportunity to showcase the best new gear, tech, and clothes for the upcoming sports seasons. We found five brands and products that truly stood out and awarded each "Best in Show."
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Your Office Building Isn’t Cool Unless It Has a Waterfall Running Down It

Called the Liebian International Plaza, the mixed-use skyscraper's most prominent architectural feature is an astounding 350 feet, making it one of the tallest man-made waterfalls in the world.
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Otterbox’s New Dry Bag Duffels Keep All Your Gear Safe and Dry

As with its other products, Otterbox has built the Yampa Dry Bag Duffel line to protect your bag's contents not only from water with its waterproof sealed seams and zipper, along with waterproof TPU-coated nylon and textured base, but the Yampa duffel also protects your gear from drops and blows.
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Forget That Tiny House and Get a Tiny Houseboat Instead

First, we had tiny houses, then we had tiny cabins, then we had tiny travel trailers, and now we have tiny houseboats. Not satisfied with a floating tent or a simple pontoon, Daigno took it upon itself to create Le Koroc, a pontoon boat with a solid wood cabin placed right on top of it.
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This Island Fortress is for Sale and You Can Own It for Less than You Think

For the same price as a nice house in a mid-sized American city, you can buy Stack Rock Fort, an abandoned military fortress off the coast of Wales. Built in the 1850s, this "estate" for sale features 360-degree views, water access, and room enough for 32 anti-ship guns.
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Reebok and Footlocker Drop 3:AM NOLA Sneaker Collab

Taking its name from the time when artists become inspired by the creative energy that erupts from cities in the dead of night, Reebok X Footlocker's 3:AM NOLA collaboration celebrates two icons of New Orleans Nightlife: Polo Silk and Chase N. Cashe, who both helped to redesign Reebok's Workout sneaker.
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Las Vegas’ Best New Bar is 55 Stories Above the Strip

The recently renovated Palms Casino has upped the ante when it comes to rooftop bars with the brand-new Apex Social Club, located 55 stories above the street with a stunning view of the Las Vegas strip. A drink here should be a requirement for all Vegas trips moving forward.
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Timex and Todd Snyder Have Done It Again with Exclusive Marlin Blackout Edition Watch

The Timex X Todd Snyder Marlin Blackout, with its glossy, lizard-grain genuine leather strap paired with a minimalist black face with Dali-like numbers, can be worn with everything from a white polo and shorts to a gray suit to a tuxedo.
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Lab Series’ New Oil Control Grooming Line Prevents Summer Sheen

The new Oil Control Trio composed of a clay cleanser and mas, a clearing solution (or toner), and an oil control moisturizer. Combined, the three products create a powerful trifecta of oil fighters to keep your breakout and blemish during all the heat and humidity the summer has to offer.
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Our Favorite Bedding Brand Just Got Better With a Lightweight Down Comforter for Summer

If you're the type of guy who likes a little weight on you when you sleep but without all the heat that a typical high fill down comforter provides, be sure to check out Brooklinen's new lightweight down comforter. It's perfect for summer heat waves and hot sleepers.
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Mack Weldon Partners with J. Crew to Bring Us All Prime Cotton Underwear

For the brand's latest foray into the world of brick-and-mortar retail, Mack Weldon is launching a brand-new Prime Cotton range of heritage-inspired underwear made exclusively for J. Crew. The collection includes trunks, boxer briefs, and undershirts.
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This MVMT Revolver Watch Sold Out in Less Than a Day

Direct-to-consumer watch maker MVMT released its latest collaboration with adventurer and Instagram celebrity, Sam Kolder: The MVMT Revolver Kolder Edition. This timepiece is so stylish, clean, and cool, it sold out in less than a day. Put your name on the waiting list and catch it on the next round.
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This Scottish Castle is Actually Located in … China?

Yup, you read that right. Picture a classic castle located not among the moors and highlands of Scotland, but in the lush green valleys of China. And you can stay there.
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Only the Finest Italian Leather Was Used for these Rare Clarks Originals Wallabees

Clarks Originals released an extremely limited-edition run of their new made-in-Italy Clarks Wallabees. Constructed from the world's softest suede leather, these chukka boots are a rarity and can match with almost any outfit or season.
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Sunski Just Dropped Its First Line of Recycled Plastic Sunglasses and They Are Fire

To do its part to help the environment and prevent the entire Pacific Ocean from becoming plastic soup, Sunsk introduced the brand's first collection of sunglasses featuring fully recycled plastic frames. With three models, there's an option for every man.
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Style Essentials: Classic Men’s Clothing You Need in Your Wardrobe

From the cowboy boot to the blue jean, Americans have been at the forefront of classic men's clothing since the beginning of the 20th century. As we round out the second decade of the 21st century, we pay homage to time-honored American style with this roundup of the essential fashion pieces for men.
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AriZona Iced Tea Releases Funky and Nostalgic Fashion Collection

To honor its 25th anniversary, AriZona Iced Tea launched a pop-up shop in New York City full of AriZona Iced Tea fashion and menswear, including button-downs, socks, sweatshirts, and more — as well as a few limited-edition Nike sneaker collabs.
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Tipoon the Travel Machine is an Expandable Tiny-Home Away from Home

A name like Tipoon the Travel Machine conjures images of yellow submarines and magic school buses, so it may come as a surprise that this playful, almost child-like moniker belongs to a totally streamlined, expandable, tow-behind travel trailer.
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Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Tender Belly Bacon Episode

For this episode of Beards, Booze, and Bacon, The Manual podcast welcomes two special guests to the show: Shannon and Erik Duffy, brothers and founders of Tender Belly, a company that produces some of the finest bacon we've ever tasted.
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ECCO’s Exostrike Aren’t Moon Boots, But They Could Probably Survive on the Moon Anyway

No, those are not Moon Boots, they're ECCO's new Exostrike Dyneema shoes. Thanks to new new leather-strengthening technology, these sneakers could almost certainly stand up to the dust-covered, irradiated lunar surface.
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Giveaway: $250 Mountain Standard Shopping Spree (Just in Time for Spring)

Inevitably with each new outdoor season, new gear is required to replace the old, worn, and torn. thanks to our friends at Mountain Standard, you now have the chance at winning a $250 shopping spree to replace your old and prove cost doesn't necessarily equal quality.
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Take a Tour of Danner Boots’ Factory in Portland, Oregon (Video)

Go behind closed doors with The Manual as we take a tour around Danner Boots' factory in Portland, Oregon, to see just how the brand's iconic boots and award-winning gear is made.
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The Red and the Black: Topo Designs X Danner Boots Collab Arrives

The Pacific Northwest's favorite boot brand has teamed up with the unmistakable design brand for their latest boot and pack collaboration: Topo Designs X Danner Boots.
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Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Swig and Swine Episode

Beards, Booze,and Bacon: The Manual Podcast welcomes this week's special guest, pitmaster Anthony DiBernardo of Charleston, South Carolina's acclaimed Swig and Swine restaurant, to talk barbecue, smoking meat, and more.
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Lacoste Loses its Iconic Crocodile in Favor of Endangered Species for Limited-Edition Polo Series

Lacoste has teamed up with the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and its SOS (Save Our Species) program to briefly remove the beloved crocodile (sorry René) and replace it with depictions of the world's most endangered animals.
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First Look: Indian Motorcycle Releases 2018 Chieftain Elite Limited Edition

Indian Motorcycle announced the release of it's ultra-premium bagger bike, the 2018 Chieftain Elite, in limited-edition Black Hills Silver Paint. Here's your first look.
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Be a Cannabis Conoisseur with Serra Dispensary

Serra recreational dispensary has hit the scene and is here to take your smoking style from slacker stoner to cannabis lifestyle connoisseur.
the impossible burger

We Tried the Meatless Impossible Burger and Definitely Didn’t Hate It

The Impossible Burger does, well, the impossible by tasting exactly like beef even though it's made entirely from vegetables. Trust us — we tried it at Jackrabbit Restaurant, a meat-centric eatery in Portland, Oregon.
sobro coffee table

Sobro is the Multi-Functional Coffee Table Your Home is Missing

Sobro, the design outfit that created the Sobro coffee table, wants you to know that it's on its way to becoming the future of furniture — and this is just a taste of what's to come.
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Giveaway: $950 Damascus Steel Funayuki Kitchen Knife from Carter Cutlery

We partnered up with Carter Cutlery in Hillsboro, Oregon, to give away this $950 Damascus Steel Funayuki Knife with a hardwood handle and Micarta bolster.
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No Room for a Dishwasher? No Problem with Heatworks’ Tetra Countertop Dishwasher

If you're one of the 25 percent of Americans who doesn't own a dishwasher because of space and cost, say hello to Tetra countertop dishwasher.
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Foraging For and Feasting on Chanterelle Mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest

Who knew foraging for and feasting on chanterelle mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest could be such a relaxing, adventurous, and delicious sojourn?
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Run Away from Winter to a South Pacific Paradise: The Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort

Anyone with several thousand dollars, a spirit of adventure, and the good sense to take our advice should stay at the Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort.
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Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Multnomah Whiskey Library Episode

This week the roundtable comes to you from The Multnomah Whiskey Library in Portland, Oregon, where we talked all things bourbon, whiskey, and spirits.
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Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Old Fashioned Episode

This episode of Beards, Booze, and Bacon focuses on one of our favorite classic cocktails: the Old Fashioned and bourbon and whiskey infused grooming goods .
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The Lake Erie Monster Limited Edition is Shinola’s First Self-Winding Dive Watch

Shinola's first ever self-winding dive watch, The Lake Erie Monster, just launched — and it looks just as good on the street as it does under the water.
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Flash in the Pan: Cast Iron Seared Tuna

Chef Doug Adams and Finex Cast Iron Cookware Co. bring you this healthy dinner idea: Seared Tuna with Romano beans and Padron Peppers.
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This $1,000 Budget-Busting Bagel is Schmeared with Truffle Cream Cheese and Real Gold

If you've ever wanted to spend a grand on breakfast, the Westin New York Hotel has you covered with this insane, gold-flake covered $1000 bagel.
paka

Your Next Slope Sweater Should Come from Peruvian Alpaca Llamas

The Paka sweater, now on Kickstarter, is made from Alpaca Llama wool and is the one sweater you need to go from the slopes to apres ski.
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Conzul Athletic Wear Subscription Box Takes the Hassle Out of Buying New Gym Clothes

Take the hassle out of buying gym clothes with the convenience of the Conzul athletic wear subscription box. It's workout clothes directly to your door.
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You Know Winter is on Its Way When Patagonia Releases a Jacket Like This

Ditch the weight, keep the warmth with the new Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody, made from PlumaFill down. It'll keep you warm while weighing only half a pound.
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The 2018 Chevy Traverse is Peak Crossover SUV

We took the new 2018 Chevy Traverse on a road trip from the Motor City to Lake Michigan and discovered that it might just be the perfect all-around SUV.
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Made in Detroit: Shinola Leather Goods

Jennifer Guarino, Shinola's Vice President of Leather Goods, tells us why Shinola chose to have as many of their goods as possible made in Detroit.
uuni 3

Make Your Own Wood-Fired Pizza Anywhere with the Uuni 3

Instead of ordering in from Domino's for your next game day or cook-out congregation, simply get yourself the Uuni 3 pizza oven.
yukon denali

You Don’t Have to Live in the Midwest or the Rockies to Love the Yukon Denali

Even if you don't live in the Midwest or in the Rockies, we guarantee you're still going to love the look and feel of GMC's Yukon Denali.
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Patagonia Recycles the Old with New re\\\collection

Outdoor clothing company Patagonia takes their eco-consciousness a step further with a nearly 100% recycled down jackets & pants in the new Re\collection
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Billed as “The World’s Most Comfortable Shoes,” Maratown’s Kicks Do Not Disappoint

No longer do you have to sacrifice style for comfort because Maratown and their fully-backed Kickstarter launch the most comfortable shoes you'll ever own.
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Commute in Comfort with Woolmark and Taylor Stitch’s New Merino Wool CIVIC Collection

This month, Taylor Stitch in partnership with The Woolmark Company launched a Merino-wool based collection created for the urban commuter.
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Upgrade your Apres Ski with this Shot Ski from Looptworks

Looptworks' Shot Ski is made, like all Looptworks products, from old, recycled skis, and allows you and three friends to hit the whiskey in unison.