Whether you’re a card-shark or not, you can’t deny there is something sophisticated and cool about poker. Whether it’s finding out your opponents’ tells, going all in, or cashing out, there’s a thrill to the…
Whether you’re a card-shark or not, you can’t deny there is something sophisticated and cool about poker. Whether it’s finding out your opponents’ tells, going all in, or cashing out, there’s a thrill to the…
If you haven’t heard of Rumpl, you’ve most definitely seen their puffy camping blankets around. Now, they’ve partnered with workwear brand Carhartt to create a limited 8-piece capsule for your camping needs. The line consists…
Over the last two years, my body has really taken a beating. I milked stay at home orders during the pandemic and didn’t work out. On the flip side, I sat at my desk more…
Earlier this week we gave a shout-out to the OG boxcutter as one of the best budget EDC pocket knife options. If you’re looking for a more luxurious upgrade, The James Brand has you covered.…
It’s never too early to get a jumpstart on planning for the new year. In fact, this is the season where 2023 journals, calendars, and planners are going on sale. And if you’re in the…
As everyday carry (or EDC) tools have gone from niche items collected by gear-heads to mainstream essentials, the profile of everyday carry pocket knives has gone up. Not only are many of these knives stylish…
There are plenty of stale outdoor clothing stores out there. You know the type of place: You’ll surely find that fall flannel when the air starts to get a little crisp, but it’ll only come…
While we’re still not quite sure that Zuckerberg’s all-in on Meta is the right decision, there’s no denying that this virtual workspace transition is something we can all get behind. Meta’s latest release–the Meta Quest…
The notion of buying a massive camping trailer is harrowing. Will we use it enough to justify the expense? Where will we store it? Do we need another vehicle to tow the beast? Well, Polydrop…
This is Worth the Hype, where Cool Material’s writers and editors put popular products to the test to see if they are, in fact, worth the hype. I’m always talking about fountain pens. I know,…
Vollebak, a brand dedicated to creating experiential garments for real-world scenarios, is doing something different this week. They’re hosting a treasure hunt. Somewhere in the world, the company will be dropping a wardrobe filled with…
We’ve long admired Big Idea Design’s functional, stylish, and effective EDC tools. The brand has just unveiled a re-design of their original Ti EDS, a titanium everyday screwdriver. The Ti EDS V2 is an upgrade…
Todd Snyder recently partnered with golf apparel and shoe company, Footjoy, on their latest collaboration. Taking inspiration from the Scottish links-style course, this collection takes sartorial cues from classic British menswear patterns, but updated with…
There’s something incredibly adult about owning, and writing with, a nice pen. When I was 12 and bought my first suit (in the husky kids’ section of Wal-Mart, no less), it was the exact same…
The mini hoop is a classic staple of college dorms and laid-back offices alike. Reigning Champ has taken it a step further with a genuinely impressive and significantly souped-up version of the mini hoop. Made…
Vollebak’s ability to mix function and high art into wearable garments is commendable. Their latest, the Mars Hoodie, is billed as “the most comfortable hoodie ever made” and we don’t need the Perseverance Rover to…
Brandblack has introduced a stylish pair of trail shoes with the Sansin. Built with purpose, the Sansin sneaker is a hybrid between a hiking boot and a trail runner with performance in mind. The hightop…
Let’s face it: The modern man has a lot of everyday carry items, including a laptop, tablet, smartphone, headphones, portable battery charger, Wi-Fi hotspot, keys, water bottle, camera, pocket knife, multi-tool, flashlight, lighter — the…
This is Worth The Hype, where our writers and editors put popular products to the test to see if they are, in fact, worth the hype. My dark chocolate almond obsession led me to the…
Every Apple keynote event is sure to be filled with new releases to get Apple fans excited, but few recent events compare to all the new hardware that dropped earlier this week. Apple dropped details…