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Steven John

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  1. tech boot camp
    3 To-do Apps That Can Help Keep Your Life Organized and EfficientOne single to-do app is for chumps. He-man organizers use three.
  2. tech boot camp
    5 Smart-Home Products That Make Controlling Your House a SnapWhy crawl out from under the sheets on a cold winter morning when you can just ask your Alexa-paired unit to turn up the heat?
  3. green week
    The 5 Products I Use to Make My House More Energy EfficientIncluding a less-harsh LED light bulb, a more efficient shower head, and blackout curtains.
  4. electronics
    This Endlessly Reusable Notebook Turns My Doodles Into EmailsWrite your notes, snap a photo to upload them, then wipe the whole thing clean with a damp cloth. Repeat.
  5. fitness and sports
    The Moisture-Wicking (and Non-Smelly) Running Shirts I Wear for WorkoutsBetter running shirts that keep me dry — and won’t reek.
  6. style
    What I Tell People Who Ask Me What Men’s Running Shoes to BuyMy five favorites for every day, traveling, wet weather, and more.
  7. hiking and camping
    The Hiking Shorts I Wear for Just About Any Outdoor TrekThe five shorts I wear whether I’m climbing mountains or plunging in riverbeds.
  8. fitness and sports
    The Running Socks I Wear on Trails, Treadmills, and Distance RunsThey wick sweat, provide cushioning, and prevent blisters.
  9. trust me i should know
    Everything I Wear (and Bring) When I Go KayakingAnd no, the towel is not optional.
  10. baby gear
    I Finally Found a Hiking Baby Carrier That My Daughter and I Both LoveIt’s worth the peace of mind to know that in the event of a slip, I’ll be in worse shape than my baby is.
  13. fitness and sports
    The Running Shorts I Wear for Casual Jogs, Trail Runs, and Distance TrainingPlus a half-dozen highly rated running shorts on Amazon.
  14. hiking and camping
    The Only 5 Knives I Bring to Go Camping (or Hiking or Backpacking)There’s even a machete if you need one.
  15. trust me i should know
    The Running Backpacks I Use for Marathon-Length Endurance RacesFor those days when I need more than a water bottle and Clif Bar.
  16. home
    The Only Tools You’ll Need for Practically Any DIY Home-Repair JobThey’ll cover 90 percent of any job you’ll have to do on your place.
  17. hiking and camping
    Everything I Bring to Go Camping (Except the Tent)Including a camping stove that charges your phone.
  18. hiking and camping
    The Hiking Backpacks I Count on for Every Kind of Outdoor ActivityWhether scaling summits, camping overnight, or a simple day trip.
  19. kids and babies
    All the Not-Totally-Hideous Things I Use to Babyproof My HouseSafety first, style second.
  20. outdoor leisure
    What I Tell My Friends Who Ask Me What Binoculars to BuyWhether you need them for the big game, hiking, birdwatching, or stargazing.
  21. trust me i should know
    Everything I Use to Work Out While TravelingFrom the resistance bands for weight training to the jump rope for cardio.
  22. fitness and sports
    I Have Run Hundreds of Miles in My Favorite Pairs of Trail Running ShoesThe best trail running shoes for any situation, including extreme terrain, ultralong distances, and even when you’re traveling.
  25. food
    The 10 Best Hot Sauces I Tried at the NYC Hot Sauce Expo, From Mild to WildIncluding one hot sauce that was too scorching, even for me.
  26. kitchen
    The Smart Appliances That Actually Make My Kitchen BetterFrom voice-activated trash cans to Alexa-enabled coffee makers.
  27. outdoor leisure
    The 5 Best Flashlights I Own (and I Own a Lot of Flashlights)Including the best all-around, the best pen light, a true waterproof version, and the one with the best battery life.
  28. outdoor leisure
    The Accessories That Turned Me Into a Master Backyard GrillerI’m a pretty competent griller — but it’s because I have the right weapons, from a great grill and thermometer to a lamp and steel brush.
  29. electronics
    What I Tell My Friends Who Ask Me What Digital Camera to BuyWhether they’re looking for a digital SLR, the best point-and-shoot, or something waterproof for kids — all for under $1,000.