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Every winter, a unique event unfolds on the frozen surface of Black Lake in northern Michigan. It's the state's lake sturgeon spearing season – an outing so brief that it often wraps up before most folks finish their morning coffee. For 2026, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has set the

Back in the day, when folks were just starting to crave vehicles that could handle more than smooth pavement, Volkswagen rolled out something truly unique. The Golf had already won over drivers with its versatility—whether it was sipping fuel in a diesel model, zipping around in a GTI, or hauling g

In the world of premium cigars, there's always something new catching the eye of guys who know their way around a good smoke. Micallef Cigars, a brand that's built a solid reputation for quality hand-rolled sticks, is rolling out a couple of hefty new options that have folks talking. Starting later

As the new year gets rolling, plenty of guys are looking for ways to shake things up—maybe hit the gym, finally organize the garage, or just enjoy better mornings. For those who take their coffee seriously, though, February brings something a little different and pretty exciting: the first national

For a lot of guys who enjoy a good cigar after a long day, certain brands just feel like old friends. J.C. Newman Cigar Company out of Tampa has been one of those names for longer than most of us have been around. This year the family-owned operation reached a big milestone: 130 years in the cigar

As the calendar flips to 2026, knife enthusiasts are already buzzing about what's coming down the pipeline from their favorite makers. One release standing out early in the year comes from Jack Wolf Knives, a brand that's built a solid reputation for blending old-school charm with contemporary edge

For years, anyone who loves hitting the trails in a tough, capable rig has watched Mitsubishi slowly fade from the American truck and SUV scene. The once-proud lineup that included the rugged Montero has shrunk down to mostly crossovers that feel more at home in a suburban driveway than on a rocky

Starting January 5, 2026, anyone buying cigars in Maine is going to feel a real sting in their wallet. The state just pushed through a big hike in the tax on cigars, jumping from 43 percent of the wholesale price all the way up to 75 percent. That's one of the steepest rates anywhere in the country

Time flies when you're talking about pocket knives that stick around year after year. Real Steel's Griffin line has been out there for a full decade now, and that's saying something in a world where new models pop up every season. What started as a solid everyday carry option has gone through sever

In 1881, a young entrepreneur named Kintaro Hattori opened a small shop in Tokyo, laying the foundation for what would become one of the most respected names in watchmaking. Fast forward 145 years, and Seiko continues to push boundaries while honoring its rich past. To celebrate this milestone, the