Marathon Gaming Sessions Demand a Proper Setup — These Are the Gaming Desks to Get

When it comes to making sure you have an effective gaming setup, every piece matters. Whether it’s your chair, your headset, or even your system itself, everything has got to be at the top of the line to ensure you’re not getting left behind or hitting any lag. So when it comes to playing games, you’ve got to ensure your desk can handle all those late-night Call of Duty sessions. Which is where a dedicated gaming desk can be very handy.

A gaming desk is designed to be inherently ergonomic to help you stay comfortable in those extended gaming sessions, while also providing plenty of space for your setup. A good gaming desk might also have some cord-storage solutions, a spot for your headphones, or even LED lights to match your fancy computer. But really the space of the desktop itself is going to be one of the more critical things you’re looking for when considering an option for you.

To help you out with that choice, we’ve rounded up nine of our favorites gaming desks to shop right now. Don’t let a poorly functioning or badly crafted desk stop you from getting your gaming on properly. Our picks, below.

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Men, Here Are the 10 Best Budget Clothing Websites to Shop

As much we love high-end retailers like Mr. Porter or Nordstrom, not everyone has a champagne budget when it comes to clothing and looking stylish. The good news is, however, you don’t have to buy expensive clothes to look cool, as there are plenty of alternative options that cost a fraction but will still manage to have you looking stylish.

To help you out, we’ve rounded up 10 of the best budget clothing websites to shop for your next killer look. Chances are that you’re probably familiar with a few of these websites, but there might be something new here as well. Regardless, if you’re looking to be the sharpest-dressed man on your block without having to spend a lot to do so, we’ve got you covered. Our picks, below.

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YETI Takes on the Outdoor Market With New Ultra-Durable Camping Chairs

There are few brands that actually live up to their name better than YETI, which is why the young brand has such loyal customers. YETI takes well-worn classics and puts an entirely new spin on them, completely refreshing them in the process. Take their famous coolers for example; as a product, coolers have been around for decades. You typically know what you’re getting yourself into when you purchase one, so often it just comes down to finding a brand you like best. YETI, however, introduced premium insulation to keep your goods cold for days, even in direct sunlight. Oh, and the coolers are literally bear-proof.

So, having mastered the art of the high-end cooler, it makes sense for YETI to turn their gaze elsewhere. The outdoor market is a natural next step for the brand, and which is why I was excited to test out YETI’s latest products — folding outdoor chairs. (Sure, YETI dog bowls and dog beds are fun too, but camp chairs seem like a more natural fit for the company). YETI sent me the newly released Hondo Base Camp Chair and Trailhead Chair, and after trying them out in the wild, I don’t have anything negative to report.

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Lodge’s Cast Iron Bakeware is Here to Change How You Bake

Ask any good home cook — or even a professional chef — worth their salt and they’ll tell you one of the best things you can have in your arsenal is a cast iron skillet — especially a Lodge cast iron skillet. It’s pretty difficult to totally ruin cast iron, which means it can hold up for generations if you take care of it properly.

That’s not an exaggeration either; just think about all the old cast iron skillets you may have seen at garage sales or even at flea markets. A well-seasoned bit of cast iron allows for even heat retention across the surface, which means you get food that’s been cooked consistently throughout. Once you consider the health benefits (you get a bit of iron in your food each time you use it) and just how cool it looks (the presentation of a cobbler in cast iron just looks great) it really is worth the extra muscle (cast iron is heavy after all!) and investment.

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Celebrate 150 Years of Blundstone With New Limited-Edition Chelsea Boots

It’s hard for any business to find long-lasting success. Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 20% of new businesses fail within the first two years, 45% during the first five years and 65% during the first decade. Only 25% of all new businesses make it 15 years or more. So when a company like Blundstone — an independent, family-owned footwear company — lasts 150 years, well, it’s an achievement well worth celebrating.

If you’re not familiar with Blundstone, let’s get you familiar real quick. A staple in the Australian fashion scene, Blundstone has recently become one of the trendiest boots in the United States. The work boots have an unpretentious and durable design that makes them both practical and stylish, which is basically everything you want in a fall or winter boot. They were one of SPY’s picks for the best men’s Chelsea boots of the year, and men and women’s fashion sites all over the world are falling in love with their Blundstones, or “Blunnies,” as they’re sometimes affectionately called.

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NutriBullet’s Juicer Pro is a Great Entry-Level Juicer for Anyone Looking to Eat (or Drink) Better in 2020

We’ve heard time and time again just how important it is to eat your fruits and veggies. But there’s an inherent difficulty in making sure the act of doing this happens every single day. Sure, you can cook them, but that takes time. You can buy salads but that can get pricey. So what’s a modern man to do? Juice. Juicing is an effective way to get those critical nutrients, but it can be expensive to not only buy bottles of juice but also a juicer itself. Well, at least it was until NutriBullet stepped into the ring.

NutriBullet, famous for its affordable and effective blenders, is now expanding into the juicer market. In mid-August, the company launched two different models — the NutriBullet Juicer and NutriBullet Juicer Pro — taking their first step into the juicing space. SPY was lucky enough to receive a Pro model for review and based on about a week’s worth of time with the unit, we’re pretty impressed with the intersection of quality and affordability.

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10 Beaded Bracelets to Perk Up Any Outfit

For as much time as some guys spend focusing on their outfits, jewelry is one element that’s often overlooked. Sure, your watch looks perfectly nice by itself but the simple addition of a bracelet (or three) can turn your wrist into an outfit-making feature. Think of jewelry as you would neckties or pocket squares—a hint of color and texture to spice up one’s usual uniform.

While bracelets come in many variations, a beaded strand is one of the easiest to adopt. Because of their inherently bohemian appearance, beads never run the risk of looking flashy. And that laidback attitude can tone down some of the stiffness of a suit and a serious timepiece. Worn beside a grand complication, a beaded bracelet telegraphs that you know your stuff but don’t take yourself too seriously.

However you decide to wear one, it’s wise to have a distinctive bracelet in your accessories arsenal. Or, even better, build a collection you can layer. To help with that, here are ten of our favorites you can buy right now.

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What We Learned From DC's FanDome Announcements

This article originally appeared on Complex.com

Without a traditional San Diego Comic-Con this year (canceled because of you-know-what) to showcase a bunch of new projects, Warner Bros. and DC decided to take matters into their own hands and set up a brand new virtual event for fans. Called the DC FanDome (get it, fandom?), the live experience featured a series of Zoom panels with the cast and creative talent behind the scenes of anticipated movies like The Batman, Wonder Woman 1984, the Snyder Cut of Justice League, and more.

FanDome successfully translated what it’s like to sit through panels at Comic-Con, while also packing the day’s events full of new announcements, trailers, and footage for DC’s entire cinematic slate from now well into 2022. For the first time since the end of Justice League, the future of the DCEU is starting to come into focus—and it’s an exciting time, full of promise.

A lot of info and teases were given out, so instead of sifting through it all across different articles, we’re here to break down all the highlights in one place and contextualize a few things along the way. Let’s dive in below.

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