Gear Patrol Daybreak

By now your hair is probably getting defiant and it’s not gonna stop. Normally, you tell people you get your hair cut every four to six weeks, but you actually milk it to two months with the help of a ball cap. Now you’re past that. But before you do something rash, get the right tools for the job. We talked with NYC barber Joey Henao of Cotter Barber about the actual equipment he and many other barbers use, as well as how to use them. 

The Best Sunglasses for Every Face ShapeChoosing new sunglasses for everyday wear isn’t exactly rocket science, but there are a few things to consider before investing in your next pair. First, decide on the functional elements you need — like polarized lenses or coatings that combat reflections, water and oil — then pick out a frame shape that complements your face. The goal is to accentuate your best features, and in general, the best way to do that is to wear frames that contrast your face shape slightly.Read the Story

This Productivity App Is the Best $2 I’ve Ever Spent

Productivity begins and ends with something dead simple; good organization. And that’s exactly what the incredibly straightforward and cheap MacOS app Magnet has been offering me for years. Magnet maps new hotkeys onto your keyboard that make snapping windows into different positions on your screen quick and intuitive. And that’s it. That’s the app.Read the Story

The 5 Best Hiking AppsDay hikes don’t call for a lot of gear, but you will want a backpack for lugging any gear you do need. Some everyday backpacks will do the trick, but there is a full range of very technical options explicitly designed for out-and-back hiking. These aren’t as sizeable as the 60-liter-plus bags used for long-distance trekking, but they come with many of the same features that make walking in the wilderness with essential gear a more enjoyable experience. Here are our favorites.

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