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Torture Tested: Hard Cells

October 26, 2009

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We beat the silicon out of five mobile phones that claim they can handle excessive abuse.

My Gear: Robert Young Pelton

October 21, 2009

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While reporting in lawless countries and war zones, MJ contributor Robert Young Pelton relies on equipment that’s sturdy yet incognito.

How to Disappear (Almost) Completely

October 19, 2009

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Developed by a West Point professor and an animal vision scientist, Optifade camo is based on studies of deer sight.

He’s man’s best friend one day, the reason you need to buy a new sofa the next. That’s why we found a few experts (and one opinionated dog) who know what’s going on inside that seemingly simple brain of his — and how to use it to your advantage.

Camping Essentials: The Headlamp

August 27, 2009

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An underrated camping essential, the headlamp offers its user the ability to use their hands without losing light.

Camping: What to Cook

August 27, 2009

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Thanks to high-tech culinary camping gear, the days of beans in a tin can are over. But not all luxuries are worth their weight. Design the right gourmand’s field kitchen.

Camping: What to Bring

August 27, 2009

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Backpacking’s fast and light revolution had an unexpected side effect: a whole new generation of upgraded gear built for maximalist, action-packed car camping.

Precision Camping

August 26, 2009

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Camp in the very best with this collaboration between Airstream and Victorinox.

Olden Time

August 26, 2009

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Travel back in time with this watch/compass from Retrowerk.

Style & Design 2009: Speed

August 21, 2009

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We advise buckling up—and wiping the drool off your chin—if you plan on taking one of these eight perfect vehicles for a spin.

Style & Design: My Perfect Things — Joel McHale

August 21, 2009

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He hosts The Soup, appears in October’s The Informant, and loves cars.

Essential Train Gear

August 17, 2009

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Forget the club car. Mix your own drinks with the Picnic Time Manhattan travel bar.

Build It Yourself

August 12, 2009

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Create one of the world's most famous architectural designs in Lego.

The Judge Wears Leather

August 10, 2009

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When you buy a bike like Ducati’s Streetfighter, it’s not enough to know how fast it goes or how well it handles. You want to know whether it’ll earn you respect on the road, too. Enter Boston’s Dynasty Crew motorcycle club.