Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind when shopping for a new sleeping pad. When backpacking, we suggest sticking with inflatable pads or self-inflating pads (though these are generally heavier), which offer the best insulation and cushioning to size and weight. Whatever you specific needs, your goal is …
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Why do we golf? We may never get good at it, and even when we cross some self-imposed pinnacle of proficiency we face near-infinite new challenges and a better-than-average chance of the dreaded backslide. Yet once you catch the bug, driven by the euphoria of the perfect shot and the …
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Shopping for the best gifts for travelers? Our guide features top picks that frequent fliers will truly appreciate.
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The short answer is price, performance, and usability. Most regular folks who ask me about a new TV are looking for something around $500 or less. Jumping up a few hundred dollars can often get you a lot more performance value, but I understand that may not be in the …
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From tinned fish to baked goodies, you can deliver the best-tasting treats to their door—even if you don’t live close by.
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More Good Accessories Photograph: Amazon The list above has been carefully curated to include our favorites. But we test so many gadgets! Here are more accessories worth exploring. Anker MagGo Magnetic Charging Station (8-in-1) for $70: This little orb has three AC outlets, two USB-A ports, and two USB-C ports …
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Seat Cushions, Backrests, and Footrests CushionLab Seat Cushion Photograph: Cushionlabs If you can’t upgrade your chair just yet, a cushion or backrest might help. Here are a few we like: CushionLab Seat Cushion for $75: This memory foam seat is comfortable, and I had no problems sitting on it for …
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Grip and ergonomics: The best massage guns are designed to be wielded one-handed without wrist strain. Some models—like the Theragun Pro Plus—go beyond the standard pistol grip, featuring multi-grip designs to reach trickier spots. Weight: Lighter massage guns are easier to hold, aim, and travel with. Heavier models are generally …
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Even though I’ve spent the better part of my life living in humid New York City, I never owned a dehumidifier. I never had a basement, and I was ignorant of the benefits of a portable dehumidifier. I’ve been lucky in that I haven’t had or at least known about …
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Other Robot Vacuums to Consider Photograph: Adrienne So We are approaching the great robot vacuum convergence. At whatever price you want to pay, you can find a robot vacuum that will look very similar and have similar features. Here are a few that also worked well for us. Roborock Qrevo …
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