
Buying Guides


Get a Solid Workout at Home with These Machine-Free Essentials
There’s an easy way to remain a devout gym-goer during winter: bring the gym home.
By Michael Finn

Staff Picks: Tucker Bowe, Tech Writer
Video games, wireless headphones and a sculpture of a fire drake.
By Tucker Bowe

Your New Favorite Winter Boot: The Hand-Sewn Hunter
A hand-stitched moc-toe upper, a lace-up closure and a comfortable but durable sole.
By John Zientek

The Ultimate Outdoor Gear Repair Kit
Next time something snaps, rips or leaks, reach not for your credit card, but for a quality gear repair kit.
By Michael Finn

Three Low-Effort Houseplants to Combat Winter Blues
Choose the wrong houseplant and routine maintenance becomes a chore — especially in the winter, when dark days compound with busy travel schedules.
By Jack Seemer

The Best Technical Winter Jackets for Life in the City
These jackets meld high-performance details with styling that effortlessly transitions from Fifth Avenue to the Rocky Mountains.
By Michael Finn

Staff Picks: Kevin O’Brien, Account Manager, Brand Partnerships
Running shoes, a cast iron skillet, a hybrid bike and more.

6 Essential Tools For Surviving Natural Disasters, According to Two Leading Experts
Disasters are on the rise in America. Here are six simple products that’ll help you be more prepared, according to two leading experts.
By Michael Finn

Staff Picks: Hunter Kelley, Design Apprentice
A Swiss watch, a heavy camera and some stand-by boots.

Staff Picks: Alyx Effron, Account Executive
A wireless speaker, sneakers for my collection and more.
By Alyx Effron

Staff Picks 2017: Caitlyn Shaw, Social Media Coordinator
A leather jacket, a non-leather wallet, cocktail mix and more.
By Caitlyn Shaw

Staff Picks: Andrew Connor, Associate Staff Writer
A Seiko diver, an Ikea table, a Volvo wagon and more.

Staff Picks: Tanner Bowden, Editorial Apprentice
Versatile sunglasses, a collapsable foam roller, a three-season tent and more.

Staff Picks: Henry Phillips, Deputy Photography Editor
Cheap tees, a watch, really good pasta and more.

5 Minimalist Essential Gear Picks for a Stripped-Down Lifestyle
The Indian Scout Bobber is a stripped-down, minimalist machine.

How to Navigate the Drugstore Grooming Aisle
Drugstores stock grooming products every bit as wonderful as your boutique variety — you just need to know where to look.
By Jack Seemer


The Best Surfboards of 2017, from Beginner to Pro
Fall swells are beginning to roll in. These are the best surfboards to buy, suited for every skill level and all types of riding.
By Gear Patrol
