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In recent years it’s become tragically apparent that preparation is everything when it comes to disaster survival. The unpredictable forces of nature can destroy all that we love and have likewise taken a lifetime to build, but you can still preserve what matters the most: your life. One never imagines disaster befalling them, but that doesn’t mean planning ahead and arming one’s self against the elements won’t eventually come in handy....

At the gym, there are as many different personality types as there are white towels to wipe sweat from their brows. With so many personalities bringing so many gym bags into the locker room, you want your bag to stand out, serve you well and say a little something about your unique style. While most duffels offer only a few variations from expected features, we pulled together a list of the top 19 best gym bags for men of just about every personality type....

Sometimes, it is normal to feel sick and nauseous after working out or during exercises. Certain boot camp exercises make feeling sick common part of the serious workout due to their tough nature. If you are experiencing such queasiness after challenging workouts, don’t worry, there are many like you. This can take away the pride you feel after working so hard to tone your muscles. Numerous reasons often lead to the feeling....

It’s official. The Arizona Modern will feature cutting-edge German sports cars as part of the Tenenbaum Collection, reports RM Sotheby’s. Anyone who wants to catch a glimpse of a 918 Spyder or a “Flachbau” Turbo S should be heading to Arizona this January. There, the cars will be shown as part of the annual RM Sotheby’s event. The historical Arizona event is an RM Sotheby’s staple – hardly anybody would pass up the opportunity to visit the Arizona Biltmore Hotel and Resort to check it out....

When I came across Matador’s booth at Outdoor Retailer this year, I saw something that I don’t often ever see: Innovation. And not just some here and there, but a ton of it across an entire product lineup! Headquartered locally here in Boulder, Colorado, Matador has come a long way since their first, initial product, the Matador blanket. Since then, the team has been making major strides with outdoor gear innovation....

It’s time to get your tips frosted, throw on a pair of cargo pants, and put The Strokes This Is It on full bore, as Nokia is taking us back to 2001 with the re-release of the 6310, otherwise known as the “brick phone.” First released in March of 2001, this almost indestructible mobile phone became a big seller for Nokia during the early 00s thanks to its durability and incredible battery life....

When it comes to picking the right tools for a rugged outdoor adventure, an overnight hiking trail, or even a weekend road trip, owning a reusable water bottle is undoubtedly the most important part. Customized water bottles and flasks for the modern man should be a high priority purchase, both for providing personal utility and promoting environmental awareness. Up to 23% of plastic water bottle packaging ends up in the landfill every year, adding strain to the landfill crisis....

With new features like polarized and photochromic lenses making their way into the ski and snowboard industry, it’s no surprise that the cost of goggles is increasing. My latest pair of goggles, the Nomad by Zeal Optics, were a cool two-hundred and fifty dollars. Of course, not everyone is going to spend that much on goggles. Though, if you want a photochromic and polarized lens with a permashield hard coat, ever clear anti-fog, and some other neat features, it’s going to cost you a pretty penny....

Hua Mulan is a legendary folk heroine from the 4th to 6th century AD of Chinese history, known as the Northern and Southern dynasties. He provides many fantastic Mulan tattoo ideas for ink lovers. Most tattoo ideas featuring Mulan–and often her wisecracking red dragon companion Mushu–come from the original Disney animated film of 1998. According to traditional Chinese folklore, Mulan took her aged father’s place in the conscription for the army by disguising herself as a man, as women were not allowed to be warriors in the army....

White River Knife and Tool’s FIRECRAFT (FC4), FC5 and FC7 knives are more than just the best knives of the year or of Shot Show… The truth is, they are among some the finest fixed blades I’ve ever handled. Nothing else even remotely comes close. If I had to wander in the wilderness equipped with just one knife, you can bet I’d be making the journey with a FIRECRAFT at my side....

The latest item from high-end fashion brand Balenciaga’s “Objects” collection is the striking H20 Bottle in Black. This minimalist water bottle is mirrored after your classic hip flask. Measuring 4.7 x 1.1 x 7 inches and weighing just 390 grams, this fancy water bottle can carry half a liter of water. Easy to store, be it in your back pocket on a night out or in your backpack for a weekend camping excursion, the H2O Bottle in Black is a convenient flask to store your favorite cold beverage....

Quickly approaching 100 years ago, the Great Northwest was a different picture compared to the current day. This vast, beautiful region of our great country (Tacoma, WA to be exact) would be home to Rite in the Rain. 1916 was the year J. L. Darling would start producing a product we know and love today. If you have ever seen a picture of the Great Northwest, you know this is a very wet region of the world....

Originally designed for pilots, bomber jackets are a casual form of outerwear that easily creates a cool yet laidback look. Though they are a bit similar in style to letterman jackets, bomber jackets have a trendier and more modern silhouette, making them perfect for the casual yet contemporary dresser. If you’re in need of a jacket that can keep you warm without making too much of a statement or scene, you definitely need to add a bomber jacket or two to your wardrobe....

When you think of the 1990s, one of the first things that come to mind is likely 90s car culture. If you consider yourself a 90s sports car enthusiast, you have likely spent hours on the internet or at car shows salivating over many memorable models. From a technological perspective, this decade led to numerous advancements in the auto industry. Sports cars became faster, more efficient, and more fun to drive....

Pick up lines barely work, but they do provide a good laugh, which is always important when meeting women. If you can make her laugh, you are on the right track to making her like you. Women (and men) love a good laugh, so there is no better way to get her attention than with a funny pick up line. Many funny pick up lines are also quite dirty. Combining sexual innuendo with comedy might seem like a cheap way to get laughs, but it works more often than not....

Sex is not as taboo a topic as it used to be. In fact, many people are becoming more and more curious about the various aspects of sex. As people become more open-minded towards all topics related to sex, a few common questions present themselves. One of the most frequent questions many men and women have regarding sex is “what age do men stop being sexually active?” Previously it was primarily believed that men stopped having sexual interactions after they entered into their senior years....

Who doesn’t love an alcoholic beverage? Whether you’re a malt beverage drinker (otherwise known as a beer lover), a wine connoisseur, or a spirits fiend, there is something for everyone. But when it comes to liquor it can be very hard to know what is what. There are many different types of alcoholic liquor that fall under this umbrella term. In short, liquor is a term given to a variety of distilled spirits....

Who doesn’t enjoy a funny bumper sticker? Originally designed by companies to advertise their products and services, bumper stickers are now often a source of entertainment. Bumper stickers have evolved into witty one-liners or funny jokes that provide a few laughs while driving. While they are still used by brands, religious organizations, political parties, and businesses, most bumper stickers on cars are just a bit of fun to liven up the dreary driving experience....

There is no better feeling than being in love. Once you find that special someone and decide they are it, you open yourself up to a life of happiness and joy. Of course, it’s not all plain sailing, with any loving relationship requiring constant work and communication between both parties. Being in love also brings lots of laughter, which you will no doubt be doing as you read these hilarious relationship memes....

This year we’ve already seen the world’s most expensive burger and most expensive French fires (both dusted with edible gold), and now we bring you what is being reported as the most expensive lobster roll ever sold. Portland-based seafood delivery company Get Maine Lobster has come up with a spectacular $1,000 seafood creation sure to tantalize your tastebuds. The Montecito Lobster Roll Kit, inspired by the town of Montecito located along the coastline of Santa Barbara, California, is made up of deluxe ingredients and is being described as bringing “the finest of the East and West coasts together for an unrivaled culinary experience....