I’m at a funny point in my life where talking about choosing the best vacuum cleaner for your home is a regular Saturday night activity. Call it domestic, call it a clean streak, call it what you want, but the part of my brain that once dove down deep Wikipedia holes of movies I’ll never watch has been replaced by...
November is here, and that means Thanksgiving day, family reunions, pumpkin pie, and plenty of bombastic Black Friday sale shopping deals to keep you and your wallet busy. Whether you're after large screen telly, a new outfit, or a new watch, there's sure to be a deal that catches your attention. To help you score a bargain this Black Friday...
Skateboarding can trace its roots to the 1940s. It's since exploded in popularity and is a big part of American culture. It’s also reached other parts of the globe, with skateparks all over the world full of young and old people flying around on their unique boards. It's easy to see why so many people love it. A skateboard is...
Vinyl records hold priceless and beautiful recollections of the past. One of the most innovative creations ever made, owning a record offers you a different listening experience than most modern inventions. While there are many ways to consume music these days, for many, the analog sound of a vinyl record is unsurpassed. While many people love collecting them, you need...
Here’s to the humble pocket knife. It’s one of the oldest tools in mankind’s arsenal, and one of the most versatile. If you’re the sort of fellow who keeps a folding knife on hand at all times, you’re likely to be asked at some point, “why do you carry a knife?” After reading this you’ll have 30 answers to that...
Finding a great pocket knife is like looking for a needle in a stack of other needles. It’s seemingly impossible. Sure, there are a lot of folding knives out there, and plenty of them are well-made and of perfectly adequate quality. But at the end of the day, most of the knives on the market just look like… knives. There’s...
Throwing knives. They’re great for taking out bad guys at great distances, or for blowing off steam after a long, hard day of taking out bad guys. But for those of us who aren’t hardened assassins, throwing knives are more often used for competitive sport, or for backyard knife throwing with friends. No matter how you choose to put your...
When it comes to pocket knives, I’ve seen it all. I spent years in a career where having the biggest, baddest tactical knife was a rite of passage. More than once, there’s been a lot on the line where a great pocket knife bailed me out. When I left that career, I started transitioning my style and EDC gear to...
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...
Widely recognized as one of the best tactical soft gear producers, Maxpedition has made precisely this the company’s mission. Dating back to 2003 they have specialized in innovation and development of MOLLE system pieces. From civilians, contractors to law enforcement, Maxpedition delivers. Initially serving the armed forces and law enforcement circles by creating the best equipment available they would gain...
