Culture & Opinion

The Empathy Gap: Why I Can't Convince You to Care

Like many of my fellow citizens, I've hit a wall—not so much with politics itself, but with the ceaseless sparring that passes for dialogue these days. It's not that I've exhausted my supply of clever retorts or bulletproof statistics to back my stance.

Gear Reviews

Swift Industries Umbra Collection Blends Earth Tones with Technical Fabric Design

Swift Industries' new Umbra Collection celebrates PNW style with mossy earth tones and unique X-Pac patterns in limited-edition Zeitgeist and Moxie bags.

Culture & Opinion

Immortality: A Dream Worth Pursuing or a Dystopian Trap?

Paul Gilster examines the science and ethics of immortality in Centauri Dreams. Inspired by Ted Chiang’s reflections, he ponders the potential social and philosophical impact of eternal life.

Components

OneUp's Innovative Dropper Paddle Remote: Seamless Control for Drop Bars

OneUp’s Drop Bar Paddle Remote adds dropper control to SRAM 11-speed drop bars, offering seamless actuation and compatibility with OneUp’s V3 post.

Culture & Opinion

Cybertrucks and Culture Wars: Inside the Anti-Woke Aesthetic of Silicon Valley's New Icons

Explore Rebecca Jennings’ Vox deep-dive on the “anti-woke tech bro” phenomenon, where Cybertrucks, masculinity, and cultural grievances converge in Silicon Valley’s latest mythic figure.

Gear Reviews

Review: BOLT Skin + Shave's Performance Razor for Men Who Shave Their Legs

Discover how the Bolt Performance Razor by Bolt Skin + Shave is transforming men's leg shaving with a razor specifically designed for coarser hair and a smoother, safer shave.

Culture & Opinion

Exploring the Best Dystopian Novels of All Time

Dive into the most influential dystopian novels ever written. From classics like "1984" and "Brave New World" to modern masterpieces, explore stories that challenge and provoke thought about society's future.

Culture & Opinion

Conservative Man Proudly Frightened Of Everything

“I’m scared of books. I’m scared of movies. I’m scared of songs. I’m scared of cartoons.” The Onion has been killing it this year.

Culture & Opinion

Severance — Season 2 Official Teaser

It's been a long wait. This teaser doesn't give away much, January 17, 2025 can’t come soon enough!

The Engine

Mastering the Off-Season: Your Comprehensive Guide to Successful Transition Phases

Learn how to maximize your off-season with strategic rest, reflection, and training plans. This comprehensive guide helps you prepare effectively for your next athletic season.

Gear Reviews

Capture the Moment with the No-Fuss Camp Snap Camera V2

The Camp Snap Camera V2 ($65) is a minimalist digital camera inspired by retro disposable models, offering a faster shutter and refined processing.

Gear Reviews

Brew in Style: SimWorks Launches the "Good Vibes Coffee Kit"

SimWorks introduces the "Good Vibes Coffee Kit" for $180, featuring a compact, customizable bag with all you need for a great pour-over experience.