The Best Buy It for Life Backpack (Please Don’t Call It Tactical) of 2025

The Best Buy It for Life Backpack (Please Don’t Call It Tactical) of 2025

GoRuck Best for… This bag is simple, tough, and backed by a well-tested repair-or-replace program. Short of purposefully slicing into it, there’s little you can do to it that it can’t withstand. But it comes with militaristic undertones that aren’t to everyone’s taste. It sets the standard. The GoRuck GR1 is a hell of a…

I’ve Installed 25+ Bidets in My Home. Here Are My Tips for Doing It Right.

I’ve Installed 25+ Bidets in My Home. Here Are My Tips for Doing It Right.

Make sure that you have all the parts and that nothing is broken. Doug Mahoney/NYT Wirecutter Unpack the pieces and familiarize yourself with them. The first step is to unbox the bidet, unwrap everything, and look at the instructions. Confirm that you have all the right parts and that nothing is damaged. Shut off the…

5 Camping Games We Love (That Are Also Great for Backyards)

5 Camping Games We Love (That Are Also Great for Backyards)

Telling stories by the campfire and luxuriating in the wonder of nature is all well and good, but it doesn’t really get your blood pumping. When you want to move, active games—cornhole being a particularly popular example—are perfect campsite activities. They’re fun for adults, teens, and kids alike, and they provide an excuse to get…

Ding-Dong! Here’s the Right Way to Install a Doorbell Camera

Ding-Dong! Here’s the Right Way to Install a Doorbell Camera

If you have an existing doorbell that connects to two wires, adding a smart video doorbell is generally a painless swap, though there are a few things you’ll want to consider first. If you don’t have an existing doorbell, or you aren’t allowed to touch the wiring, you might consider a battery-powered model (see below)….

The 6 Best Insoles for Running and Walking of 2025

The 6 Best Insoles for Running and Walking of 2025

Insoles can’t help you run faster. They can, however, make running and walking a more comfortable and supported experience, studies have shown. Standing, walking, and running put a tremendous amount of wear and tear on your feet. Insoles are designed to reduce or distribute the impact on the striking foot and lower extremities to prevent…