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Heads Up: ‘Gaming’ Chairs Suck. Here’s Why
The origins of the racer-style gaming chair, and why you should probably not buy one.
Yes, There Is a Best Way to Fold Your Shirts. This Is It
Have you ever wondered how stores get their clothes folded so neatly? This is how.
Please Stop Making Illegible Watches
A watch you can actually read means a more fulfilling longterm user experience. But what makes a watch legible, and why does it matter so much?
What Everyday Athletes Need to Know About Supplements
The future of supplements continues to expand, but what should you actually take?
CourtesyThe Best Dolby Atmos Soundbars of 2020 (So Far)
It’s 2020 and more and more soundbars support Dolby Atmos and deliver a pretty epic home theater experience.
Warby Parker Delivers the Affordable, Cool Sunglasses You Need This Summer
A mix of clear crystal and rich tortoise frames, all with laid-back easygoing fits.
Apple’s Rumored High-End Headphones Could Be Unlike Anything Else
Apple is rumored to be making high-end, over-ear headphones. The latest report suggests they’ll have a modular design.
The 10 Best Bottles of BBQ Sauce at Your Grocery Store
The best bottled barbeque sauces offer what homemade versions offer — smokiness, sweetness, spiciness and tanginess, all balanced against each other.
How to Prevent Foggy Glasses When You Wear a Face Mask
Foggy specs are super easy to prevent. This is how.
Timex & Todd Snyder Partner on an (Oddly Named) Affordable New Automatic Watch
The two brands’ latest collaboration references the Liquor Store, a Todd Snyder outpost in Tribeca and previously a J. Crew specialty shop.
ToyotaToyota Basically Admitted America Is Getting a Sweet Hot Hatch
Toyota dropped the biggest hint it can that a Gazoo Racing-branded American hot hatch is en route.
This New York-Based Watch Brand Debuted with Striking Dials
Stella introduced its first watch with a contemporary design and a texture based on the “linen dials” of vintage watches.
The Ford Mustang Could Have Looked Extremely Weird
Ford ultimately chose a simple, timeless Mustang design that became an automotive icon. But that was not the only option.
2018Specialized Just Solved the Commuter E-Bike’s Biggest Problem
E-bike make riding around town and commuting to and from work a breeze, but they’re heavy, bulky and hard to manage. Not this one.
ChevroletChevrolet’s Raptor-Killing Pickup Truck Could Pack a Supercharged V8
Big trucks need big power in this day and age.
Chandler Bondurant4 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Cast-Iron Skillet
Be patient, avoid acid, skip the eggs & more.
8 Fantastic Adventure Motorcycles You Can Buy Right Now
Whether riding on asphalt, gravel, or dirt, an adventure bike never waivers. These are some of the best you can buy right now.
Chandler Bondurant15 Delicious IPAs You Can Buy Almost Anywhere
Sometimes you just want tasty, reliable and easy to find. Here are 15 IPAs that don’t cost an arm and leg to track down.
The Complete Seiko Buying Guide: Every Current Model Line Explained
Seiko offers some of the best value in watches. Here, we break down each of its modern product lines to help you understand what’s available.
You’re Smoking Meat All Wrong (Yes, You)
Contrary to what your dad told you, more smoke does not mean better barbeque.
Home and Design Deals
Save up to 50%: If you’re looking for whiskey glasses, legacy furniture brands or robot vacuums, this list might be worth a scroll. These are the best deals of the week on furniture, cookware and home gear.
aetherThis Incredible Motorcycle Gear Rarely Goes on Sale. Right Now, It’s 25% Off
Save25%: Right now, you can snap up all of Aether’s motorcycle gear for 25 percent off the usual price. Just enter the code STAYATHOME at checkout.
Upgrade Your Camping Game By Grabbing This Great Rooftop Tent for $165 Off
Save 15%: The Yakima Skyrise rooftop tent builds on basic tent functions by adding an integrated foam mattress, as well as a sturdy drop-down aluminum ladder for easy entry and exit.
Osprey Pack Sale
Save 25%: Osprey is a leader in active bag design, and now’s the time to pounce, as prices on dozens of the brand’s best packs are slashed.
The Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week
Save up to 50%: One of the best headlamps for camping and hiking, work gloves for yard chores and Nike’s newest trail running shoes are all on sale this week.
Best Fitness Deals of the Week
Save up to 50%: Save big on shades, shoes, sweatshirts and more — we’ve compiled the very best athletic discounts of the week just for you.
Best Style Deals of the Week
Save 70%: From perfectly-broken-in jeans to celeb-approved boots and more.
TP-Link AC1200 extender
Save $40: Are you suffering from poor Wi-Fi in one area of your home? A Wi-Fi extender is a quick and affordable fix for just that. You can set the TP-Link AC1200 extender yourself in a matter of minutes, and it’s compatible with any Wi-Fi router.
Timex X Todd Snyder Beekman Watch
Save 30%: Based on a midcentury model that Todd Snyder found while digging through Timex’s archives, the Beekman can be had in black for just $110, a 30% savings off the list price of $158.
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