Opinions & Essays
An Ode to the Fixie: Why I Ride a Bike Without Brakes
Fixies are hard to ride and kind of crazy. But once you pedal a bike without brakes, you won't want to stop.
Opinion: Plastic Watches Should Be Taken Seriously. Here’s Why
Plastic gets a bad rap but sometimes it’s the best material for the job.
The Case Against Waterproof Hiking Boots: 3 Reasons to Think Twice Before Your Next Camping Trip
Many hiking boots come equipped with waterproof liners from Gore-Tex and others. Are they necessary?
This Tiny Keychain Knife Changed the Way I Think About Pocket Knives
The best knife is the one you have on you.
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Why Can’t Europe’s Quirkiest Carmakers Hack It in America?
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Why You Should Be Shooting Film
It's not just hipster nonsense. There are terrific practical reasons for any photographer to shoot a roll or two.
I Discovered a Secret Use Case for This Classic Home Gym Tool
In the WFH era, my underutilized calf stretcher found some much-needed purpose in my home office.
Sonos May Win at Headphone Checkers, But Apple’s Playing Chess
As great as the new Sonos Ace seem on paper, it may be too late to claw back some customers Sonos could have once easily counted on.