Gear

  • A young mother puts a sandwich into a clear food storage bag. She is in the kitchen with a concrete counter top surrounded by other fruits and vegetables that she is preparing and storing.

    I Tried Stasher Bags. Are They Worth It?

    You’ve likely seen them at your local Target, Whole Foods, or CVS: Stasher bags, the reusable silicone bags that all but promise to replace regular plastic storage bags. But are they as good as advertised? And at a significantly higher…

  • Puppy buckled into the backseat of a car with leather seats, fastened with a red harness and ready for a road trip.

    The Best Dog Harnesses for the Car — and Why They’re Important

    Dog sweaters, dog nail polish, and dog beer … it’s all a bit much. While dog seat belts and safety harnesses sound like another addition to that long list of silly, self-indulgent pet products, the evidence shows otherwise. We spoke…

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    Designer Sunglasses You Can Buy at Costco at a Discount

    Since Luxottica monopolized the eyewear industry with its purchases of nearly every well-known brand from Chanel to Versace, buying a pair of designer sunglasses has become akin to highway robbery. In 1999, you could buy a pair of Ray-Bans at…

  • DeWalt Miter Saw

    Power Tools From Home Depot and Amazon Recalled Due to Safety Risks

    If you’ve recently bought power tools, take a second look at the brand and model, or you may risk serious injury. DeWalt is recalling nearly 1.4 million miter saws due to safety hazards. There have been more than 570 reports…

  • A variety of women's watches in a storage box. Background for text.

    The Best American-Made Watches

    Two countries come to mind when people think of watches: Switzerland and Japan. But the United States has a notable watchmaking history, too, with early companies like the Waltham Watch Co. and the Elgin National Watch Co. selling hundreds of thousands…

  • Florence - Circa July 2020: Costco Wholesale Location. Costco Wholesale is a Multi-Billion Dollar Global Retailer.

    Costco Products For the Best Summer Ever

    With its rave-worthy deals, Costco is a fantastic place to shop year-round, but with its seasonal items, you can really ramp up the summer fun. Whether looking to hang outside with friends and family or looking to stay cool inside,…