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Imagine having the ability to control the heat level of your jacket or baselayer? Seems crazy but the team at Gobi Heat have done precisely that. With jackets, socks, vests, etc. for men (and women too), they have your covered and heated. Gobi Heat, known initially as Dragon Heatwear, was started by a woman with a chilling drive to stay warm. Turning down opportunities to experience life with people she loved, alternatives began to be explored....

Have you ever envied early risers? We wouldn’t blame you if you have (we certainly do). They’re more positive, active, achieve more with their day, and seem to have it all together. A healthy, desirable lifestyle seems so far out of reach when the snooze button is your best friend. But it’s completely possible by making small, but impactful changes in your life. We speak to the experts about how you can take control and make it happen, so you’ll have a new best friend – you can thank us later....

Renowned for a knife making tradition dating back to 1829, the region of Laguiole, France is home to just two knife makers today. One of them, being the family-run company, Laguiole Honoré Durand. With impeccable attention to detail and old-world craftsmanship, Laguiole Honoré Durand has been producing knives for the past thirty years. Each is created by a single craftsperson from start to finish, using one-hundred percent made-in-house components. On their higher end knives, you’ll often find the initial of the maker inscribed inside....

The question of shoes is often left unanswered by men who are just beginning to craft their image. This is, without doubt a mistake, because, as we all know, the devil is in the details. When you encounter new people–be they a new client, a boss, or a potential in-law, you want to be able to put your best foot forward. That foot should be shod appropriately for the circumstances, dress or business casual....

Rooftop tents are having a bit of a moment right now. Maybe it’s because more and more people are enjoying the great outdoors. Maybe it’s because this is #2020, and we’re all gearing up for the end times. Who knows! In any case, a rooftop tent makes a great additions to your arsenal of outdoor gear. These tents are made for adventure. They were born out of a need for safe shelter in harsh, unforgiving places like the Australian Outback and the African bush....

At a time when travelers are looking to unplug, underwater hotels are the perfect place for a quick stay. The flexibility of these hotels makes them popular. Whether it’s first-class and elegant or woodsy and natural, the perfect room is only a splash away. By today’s standards, underwater hotels are feats of architecture. Constructing a space that can show off an ocean setting while withstanding water, pressure, and the elements is anything but easy....

How cool is anime? The Japanese form of animation is an incredible art form loved by people of all ages across the globe. Anime has been around for over 100 years, but it didn’t start to get noticed in the West until Astro Boy in the mid-60s. This type of entertainment gained more fans throughout the 80s and 90s and is now one of the most popular forms of animation. Shows such as Dragon Ball Z, Pokemon, and Ghost in the Shell helped anime become massive in the West....

I’ve seen Dyneema being used in body armor for a while now, but when I heard about it being applied to hiking boots I was stunned. Leave it to ECCO to incorporate some of the best materials into some the best boots out there. If you demand a super tough yet, ultra-lightweight boot it doesn’t get any better than the ECCO Exostrike boots. For starters, you’ll find Dyneema bonded leather uppers, which is unheard of....

Nothing says summer in the United States like a trip to the country’s best amusement parks! We don’t know if it’s the heat or the thrill of the plunge through an upside-down loop, but there’s something about theme parks that just makes us grin. Not all theme parks, amusement parks, and carnivals are created equal, however. The local fairs that come and go can be a lot of fun, but they don’t offer the same high-velocity, death-defying rides or 100%-in themed fun that the big names maintain....

You don’t always have to treat your partner to a flash dinner at an expensive restaurant for date night. Staying at home and enjoying each other’s company can be just as romantic and fun. As many couples have found over the past two years, the pandemic has changed the way we date. Organizing something exciting to take part in at home is a fantastic way to hang out together without having to worry about capacity limits or strangers coughing all over you....

Men are generally easy to please creatures, but one thing we aren’t good at is reading the signs when things aren’t going well. We take things at face value, especially when it comes to relationships. If you see your girlfriend looking generally happy and she isn’t complaining about you leaving the toilet seat up again for the thousandth time, you probably think things are going swell. But sadly this isn’t always the case....

Did you know a reported 50% of men regularly trim their pubic hair? We initially thought that number would be higher for some reason. We’re willing to bet that a few in the survey said they don’t, even though they do, for the modesty of it all. Ball trimming is an important topic, so there’s no reason not to be proud of it. Trimming pubic hair is not embarrassing and it’s time we start being more honest about the safest and most efficient ways of doing it without holding back....

America’s heritage is often found in the details, the everyday and oft-overlooked items men have carried with them for generations. These indispensabiles prove that any job worth doing is worth doing right, and when it comes to Case knives, no other motto could be more fitting. Built with the integrity of the task at hand, Case knives have been accompanying the hardworking man for over a hundred years, with another hundred destined to follow....

For centuries, famous blind people have been the brightest scientific minds, deep thinkers, groundbreaking musicians, show-stealing actors, and more. People face many difficult obstacles in life that can be challenging to overcome. Most people quit when times get tough or don’t even try in the first place. Then there are those few that won’t let anything stand in their way. Famous blind historical figures and celebrities have helped shape the world....

After the success of The Dark Knight Trilogy and Inception, Christopher Nolan turned his attention to the science fiction epic Interstellar. The movie stars Matthew McConaughey as the leader of a team of explorers that must travel through a wormhole in an attempt to save the human race. Along for the ride are Anne Hathaway, Micheal Caine, Jessica Chastain, and Matt Damon. It’s deep, thought-provoking, and at times hard to follow, but like all Nolan films, it keeps you engaged....

An estimated 60 million people habitually run for exercise in the USA. That’s a staggering number, more so when you consider this is larger than most European countries’ populations! The health benefits associated with simple exercise have always been well documented; from giving you a healthier heart and lowering cholesterol right through to even helping with mental clarity and naturally elevating people’s moods. As popular as going for a jog is, it isn’t always plain sailing....

From its very roots, this company has been focused on one thing: producing the very best gear for the US combat soldier. For this reason, Otte Gear makes some seriously high-quality kit. Materials to build quality, everything is top notch. This drive for the best can be traced back to the needs of the soldier but now extends far beyond combat. If you are a backpacker, skier, or outdoorsman in general, Otte Gear has something to offer....

Orient Express is launching its six Luxury Sleeper Trains that will tour Italy, Paris, and Istanbul. The trains by La Dolce Vita will offer 15 routes throughout Italy and to other areas of Europe as well. The opportunity to travel kicks off in 2023. There is actually a reputable history at play here. Orient Express is a famous train service that has been around for more than a century. Now it’s operated by Accor – a French hospitality group....

In Los Angeles, the main times of the day might as well be brunch, happy hour, cocktail hour, and the afterparty. What establishments are best frequented during these nearly mandatory meetings? The answer differs based on who you ask. There are plenty of choices on the menu, of course. From wine dens to dive bars, rooftop locations to food emporiums, and everything in between, there is a bar for any style and budget in LA....

There was a time, not very long ago, when rock climbing was a niche activity, an extreme sport practiced by only the wildest and most daring among us. As the proliferation of rock gyms in cities across the United States demonstrates, that’s not really the case anymore. While rock climbing is still very much an extreme sport, it’s no longer one that only exists on the fringes of civilization. Rock climbing in America has, for better or worse, gone mainstream....