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Win $1,300 of Adventure Gear With the TAKE A BREAK Summer Giveaway

The epic Take a Break Summer Giveaway (worth $1,344) may just provide the tools you need to rediscover your taste for adventure.
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For the Gentleman Lumberjack: The Explorers Axe from United By Blue

The axe helped Man carve civilization out of wilderness. Now, United By Blue is helping men return to the wild with their Explorer’s Collection of axes.
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Sorry, Body: It’s National Donut Day!

Donut eaters of the world, rejoice! Today is National Donut Day, and Blue Star Donuts of Portland, OR has something special in store.
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*Sigh* Here Are Some Leather Coolers

Are you tired of lugging around that old beat-up cooler? Consider upgrading your summer with a leather cooler from Coleman and Jayson Home
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Amos and Alpine Modern Join Forces to Make the Greatest Leather Gear Ever

Kyle Bardouche, Founder of Amōs and Product Development Director of Alpine Modern, answers a few questions about the Amōs-Alpine Modern merger.
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Feel Good Friday: Responsibly Made Bags from Issara and United By Blue

Issara and United By Blue represent The Manual's love of luxury and ruggedness. We also love their dedication to social and environmental responsibility.
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Sunglasses? Check. Flask? Check. Time for Adventure

Life is one long adventure, filled with unpredictable circumstances. Wherever you roam, the Adventure Pack will protect you from glare and sobriety.
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7 Eco-Friendly Father’s Day Gifts for Green Dads

Does your dad really need another paisley tie? Try getting him one of these eco-friendly Father’s Day gifts instead.
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The Man Behind the Cask: Q & A with The Macallan’s Master of Wood

In this Q & A, Stuart MacPherson discusses his role as Master of Wood for The Macallan and the role oak casks play in the production of high-quality scotch.
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Celebrate World Whiskey Day and Mourn the End of Mad Men

The folks at Jack Daniels have created four beer and whiskey cocktails to help us mourn the end of Mad Men and celebrate the beginning of summer.
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Upgrade Your Wallet With a Leather Beauty From Mr. Elk

Are you still rocking that duct tape wallet from high school? We suggest that you upgrade to a fine leather wallet from Mr. Elk.
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These Innovations Make the Future of Air Travel Look Pretty Fly

Flying coach is pretty awful. If airlines decide to step up their game with these innovations, however, flying could actually be pretty fly.
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Bruichladdich and Helen Levi Present Ceramic Whisky Vessels

If you’d like to experiment with a new way to enjoy scotch, you might try these handmade ceramic vessels from Helen Levi and Bruichladdich.
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Stash Your Stuff With Archival’s Exquisite Leather Goods

Archival has been crafting fine leather goods in Eugene, Oregon since 2009. They make a wide range of products, including bags, shirts, hats, and wallets. They’re dedicated to creating damn fine, all-American products that last a lifetime.
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Tired of Dodging Bullets at Work? Check Out This Bulletproof Briefcase

This bulletproof briefcase from the Force Training Institute may not protect you from an angry boss, but it can protect you from, you know, bullets.
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Bluetooth-Enabled Vodka: What Hath God Wrought?

This June, all MEDEA vodka bottles will allow users to create custom LED messages through the magic of Bluetooth. What a wonderful world we live in.
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Worldly Cuisine: The French-Arabesque Delights of Levant

At first glance, French and Middle Eastern food might seem like an odd combination. Scott Snyder, the chef-owner of Levant, sees things differently.
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How to Make Beer Part III: Fermentation and Bottling

We’ve reached the end of our series on how to make beer. Now it’s time to finish strong with fermentation, bottling, and of course, imbibing.
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How to Smell Like a Burly, Forest-Dwelling He-Man

The folks at Juniper Ridge know a lot about how to smell good. Their scents will take you on an olfactory journey to the wilderness of the American West.
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Class Up Your Super Bowl Party with the Game Day Grillin’ Pack

Looking for tasty Super Bowl food? No matter how the game turns out, everyone wins with the Game Day Grillin’ Pack from Olympic Provisions.