Education & Culture

This Affordable Accessory Is My Secret to Surviving Long Flights
I never take to the skies without this crucial (and cheap) travel accessory.


I Don’t Carry a Big Pocket Knife Anymore, Thanks to This Tiny Blade
The WESN Henry is not feature rich nor made of the most premium materials. It's not even full-sized. That's why I love it.

This Tactical Kitchen Knife Designed by a Navy SEAL Is Overbuilt in All the Best Ways
The Tactical Outdoor Chef knife is designed to flourish in both extreme outdoor and culinary environments with ease and skill.
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The Best Fabric for Outdoor Apparel? It’s Already in Your Closet
Even with all the breakthroughs in synthetic fiber technology, wool is still the reigning champ in outdoor insulation.
By Hayley Helms

WESN’s Most Premium Collection Ever Is Also Its Most Limited
All five WESN knives get a high-end treatment, with Damasteel blades and titanium/micarta handles, but they won't last long.
By Hayley Helms

The Best Pocket Knives Are Made with Super Steel. This Is Why I Don’t Think You Need One
Most of us don't abuse our blades enough to justify the cost. Here's why you can stick to the standard stuff.
By Hayley Helms

The James Brand Calls This Flipper a “Knife Aficionado’s Kind of Knife”
Classic style, made-in-USA manufacturing and a brand-new design feature for TJB come together in the Wells.
By Hayley Helms

How to Wax Your Skis and Snowboard
Wax on, wax off is for more than just the Karate Kid.
By AJ Powell and Hayley Helms

Custom Snow Goggles Just Got Way More Affordable
Bridging the gap between customization and affordability, the popular Squad and Squad XL models will now be available as part of Smith's Imprint 3D Program.
By Hayley Helms

The Fascinating and Humble History of the NATO Watch Strap
From military roots to modern style.
By Gear Patrol

Watch Out, Stanley. Yeti’s Huge New Mug Is Coming for the Quencher
As Stanley's viral tumbler continues to rule the insulated beverage vessel industry, Yeti answers with a rugged 42-ounce Rambler.
By Hayley Helms

The James Brand’s Newest Tool Was Built to Do Real Work
For its latest release, TJB teamed up with a storied German axe maker.
By Hayley Helms

The Real Reason Snoop Dogg Said He “Decided to Give Up Smoke”
The bombshell announcement sneakily set the stage for a brand partnership, but will the collab catch fire or leave fans feeling burned?
By Hayley Helms and Steve Mazzucchi

The James Brand’s Coolest New Releases Aren’t Even Knives
The James Brand's new communication-centered essentials bring the brand's trademark elevated design to everyday items.
By Hayley Helms

The Latest James Brand and Timex Collab Is Refreshingly Retro
The new Ironman Collection combines performance materials and 80s styling — and it's a combo you won't want to miss.
By Hayley Helms

28 Terms Every Knife-Lover Should Know
The vocabulary used to describe knives may not be as complex as that which speaks to mechanical watches or automobiles, but if you want to fully appreciate them — and sound like an expert — commit these words to memory.

This Iceless Cooler Is So Innovative, You’ll Never Need Frozen Water Again
Leave the ice in the freezer — this new cooler doesn't need it to keep your beverages and food ice cold.
By Hayley Helms

The Swatch x Blancpain Scuba Fifty Fathoms: Everything You Need to Know
The MoonSwatch's sequel is based on a luxury dive watch and costs $400.
By Zen Love