
Buying Guides


The 22 Best Things I Bought This Year
A wide-ranging list of life-enhancing product recommendations from Gear Patrol's founder that may just make your life a little better, too.
By Eric Yang

The 15 Best Meal Kit Delivery Services for Every Kind of Cook
Even the world’s best home cooks need to call in the cavalry sometimes.
By Tyler Chin and Johnny Brayson

The 14 Best Pillows to Sleep Better Tonight and Every Night
You snooze, you win.
By Tyler Chin and Grace Cooper

The Best Slippers for Keeping Your Feet Warm All Winter Long
Slippers, despite what famous folks might say, should be worn at home, and only home. Please.

The Best Mandoline Slicers to Give Your Knife a Break
For precise cuts in the kitchen, nothing beats a mandoline. These are the best to buy.

The Best Ski Pants for Resort and Backcountry Riding
See our guide to the best ski pants of 2022-2023, with options for every skier's style.
By Hayley Helms

The Best French Watch Brands
While sometimes overlooked, there's a vibrant and varied boutique French watchmaking scene worth exploring.
By Zen Love

The Best Heart Rate Monitors for More Informed Training
Strap up for a better understanding of your workout performance with these sleek, compact wearables.
By Ben Emminger

This Holiday Season, Here’s What Not to Buy
There’s plenty to shop for, but not all that glitters should be sold.
By Tyler Duffy

The Best Snowboards of Winter 2022/2023
From the groomers to the park to the backcountry, here are the most shred-ready rides we’ve ever seen.

The Best Basic T-Shirts for Every Man’s Closet
Over two dozens tees that are perfectly plain (but still stylish), meaning no graphic logos, embroidered art or odd fits.

A Guide to Prime Lenses: 28mm, 35mm and 50mm Explained
Shopping for a new lens for your mirrorless camera? You should really get a prime lens instead of a zoom lens — here's why.

The Best Standing Desk Converters to Upgrade Your Home Office
For those who just don't want to buy one of those fancy sit-stand desks.
By Tyler Chin and Johnny Brayson


The Best Adjustable Bed Frames for a Custom Night’s Sleep
Find your perfect sleeping position with these standout power beds.

The Complete Guide to Away Luggage: All Models, Explained
Away's line of modern luggage shook up the industry with its millennial appeal, inclusive branding and direct-to-consumer prices.
By Monica Mendal and Evan Malachosky

The Best Treadmills Under $1,000 for Budget-Friendly Training
You don't have to break the bank to outfit your indoor running setup. Discover top indoor treadmills that go easy on the cost but heavy on performance.
By Ben Emminger

10 Great Wool Blankets to Keep You Warm This Winter
Moisture-resistant, warm, odor-resistant and more, wool is the best choice for a warm winter blanket.
By Tyler Chin and Will Price

The Best Bluetooth Trackers to Help You Find Your Stuff
What's the difference between Apple's, Tile's and Samsung's tiny Bluetooth trackers? We break it down.
By Tucker Bowe