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When we last caught up with filmmaker Dianne Whelan, she was just completing a summerlong canoe journey on the Lake Superior Water Trail, part of her multi-year epic to trace the length of the 14,900-mile Trans-Canada Trail. Whelan described her experience on Lake Superior, which included intimate encounters with local First Nations as well as long stretches of solo paddling in deep wilderness, as transformative. Photo: Dianne Whelan In the autumn, she continued on the Path of the Paddle, a 750-mile canoe route connecting the city of Thunder Bay, Ontario, to the Manitoba border, where the Trans-Canada Trail continues overland....

After eight movies and over $5 billion in box office receipts, the Fast & Furious spinoff is ready to start filming—and it’s going to be a big one. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Jason Statham are back to play Luke Hobbs and Deckard Shaw in the upcoming Hobbs and Shaw, which is being directed by Deadpool 2 and John Wick helmer David Leitch. That’s not all: badass actor and potential future James Bond Idris Elba was cast to play the villain....

Sponsored content. Men’s Journal receives compensation for this article as well as for purchases made when you click on a link and buy something below. Have you finished your holiday shopping yet? Sometimes, the hardest people to buy for are your significant other, or those closest to you. There’s always that one “big” gift you know they want, the one you’re sure to give—but what comes next? Sure, you could load up on stocking stuffers, or settle for gift cards....

It’s all-natural, with no chemicals, bleach, or peroxide. Activated charcoal, used regularly, helps remove stains on your teeth. And the best part is, right now it’s an astounding 34 percent off. Derived from the coconuts (!), Active Wow activated charcoal is totally safe to use on your teeth, and it’s easy on the gums, too. If you’re not a fan of dental-grade whitening peroxides, or if you’re trying to keep things as natural and healthy as possible, this is the way to go....

Truman’s Gentlemen’s Groomers, the New York City men’s salon, has been making guys look and feel great for more than a decade. Now with the expansion of their face and hair care line they’ll be doing the same for men who have never been to Manhattan (or had the desire to go there). We’ve sung their praises in the past. If you haven’t tried their shampoo (especially great for thinning hair, $22), hair control paste ($22)—which comes in a pump so you get the perfect amount every time—or shave cream ($16), do yourself a favor and pick some up....

How do you pack your clothes in a carryon? Fold ‘em? Roll ‘em? Squeeze the life out of ‘em with space-saving bags? The Fit Guy’s Guide to Packing a Carry-On Read article There’s a method to the painstaking madness that’ll keep you from paying airline fees…and from walking around new cities in oddly creased pants. Use these packing tips to maximize space in your carryon. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

The machines are rising, and doing gymnastics floor routines. Engineering company Boston Dynamics released new video of its big ol’ humanoid robot, Atlas, doing some serious parkour style moves. Atlas begins by hopping and spinning from a few platforms and then gets to the grand finale. An insane backflip. It’s like watching a Terminator nightmare come true right before your eyes. But fret not: as impressive and scary as most of the video is, Atlas does faceplant around the 50 second mark....

No matter what discipline of SUP you’re into, if conditions are good for paddling they’re also likely to be tough on your body. Sunny days come with burns, the wind and salt can chap and chafe, and cold weather presents its own set of potential issues – hypothermia not the least among them. Most often, board shorts and bikinis alone won’t cut the elements for any length of time, so to ensure you’re safe and comfy on the water, here’s our list of essential protective paddle wear....

JEFF TWEEDY THINKS THE ENDING IS ALL WRONG. The singer and songwriter for the band Wilco leans forward on a black leather sofa, set before a large recording-studio console, in the group’s cavernous northwest Chicago loft. The space, stacked to the ceiling with vintage amps, drums, and guitars, doubles as the band’s studio and rehearsal space, and it’s the closest thing to an office that Tweedy, who began releasing records with his first band, Uncle Tupelo, in 1990, has ever known....

After Stranger Things star David Harbour debuted his transformation into a “big, demon monster” for his new role in Hellboy, many fans on the Internet were stunned. How could the doughnut-loving, doughy, and lovable Sheriff Jim Hopper become a musclebound beast in such a short amount of time? Simple: He worked his ass off. In a recent interview on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Harbour said he received no computer-generated assistance in becoming Hellboy....

This winter has been one for the books. With record-breaking temperatures, rainfall, and snowfall across the continental United States, the country has been holding its breath with the promise of spring and warmer weather around the corner. And just like winter, this spring will be one worth talking about. As temperatures continue to rise and the country defrosts, wildflowers will begin dotting the landscape, offering spectacular displays of color. While wildflowers are a common springtime occurrence in much of the country, this year the flowers can be found in warmer, drier regions as well, due to the high amounts of rainfall....

An Apple store in Zurich had to be cleared on Tuesday after a customer’s iPhone 6s began smoking and eventually burning. The incident forced 50 shoppers and staff to evacuate the store, seven of whom received medical attention, according to CNN. How Apple Is Making Up for Slowing Down Older iPhones Read article An employee was taking the battery out of the phone when it began to smoke and caught fire, according to police....

Australian adventurer and explorer Dan Bull has staked a bold claim in the world of extreme adventure feats, notching ‘The Highest Kayak on Earth,’ near the summit of the world’s highest volcano, Ojos del Salado. And he has just been recognized by Guinness World Records for his March 7, 2018 achievement. Bull achieved the altitude-based record at a height of 18,724 feet (5,707 meters), covering a distance of over 1.5 miles (2....

Casting in the rain. Photo: Courtesy of Matt Jones Traveling alone and following the river in search of perfect spots to cast for rainbow and brown trout, twenty-year-old Emma Yardley was down to her last $4 when she got the email. The Vermonter was traveling 1,000 miles through New Zealand (from Auckland to Queenstown) with her five-weight fly rod, practicing the art that her father had exposed her to since she was a child....

Endurance running is hard, period. Toss scorching-hot temperatures and stifling humidity into the mix, and runs become downright intolerable. But prepping the right way can make a world of a difference, according to a study from the University of Brighton. In the study, researchers had nine amateur runners complete 5K time trials on a treadmill in 90° heat, then compared the effects of four methods: No preparation Short-term heat acclimatization Precooling A combination of the two (heat acclimatization)...

Flip Pallot, the legendary fly-fisherman and TV personality, considered calling off the trip and turning his 18-foot skiff back to the dock. It was just shy of 2 a.m. last July, and a heavy tide poured through the St. Lucie Inlet, north of West Palm Beach, Florida. Four-foot waves broke all around, and in the distance, lightning danced over the Florida Straits—exactly where Pallot, his longtime friend John Donnell, and I were headed....

Who says campfires and barbecues get to enjoy all the smoky summer fun? In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies Adam Hodak, the beverage director at Green Russell in Denver, expertly blends smoke with fruit in this summer-time scotch cocktail. Recipe and image courtesy of Adam Hodak/Green Russell 6 Beer Cocktails to Add to Your Repertoire Read article For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

You approach the coffee counter, fishing through your pockets for change. The woman behind the register eyeballs you. You’re shaking a bit, and with cold, numb hands, you barely have the dexterity to pull out the money. Your nose is running … Your lips are numb. (She’s pretty sure that you’re strung out on something.) What she doesn’t know is that what you’re addicted to is the saltwater glide. So much so, that you’re surfing in 40-degree water with a windchill factor well below freezing....

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. We update when possible, but deals expire and prices can change. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. You’re really pushing it now. But don’t fret! If you haven’t secured your Christmas gifts yet, there’s still time to place your order and ensure it gets delivered before the big day. But what about shipping deadlines for your favorite Men’s Journal-approved retailers?...

Photo: Seth Warren Live and Paddle on the Road with Mike Taveres Mike Tavares was born for the road. The kayaker turned standup paddle maniac has been living on the road for years, chasing river waves, ocean waves and competitions all over the United States, the whole time taking his home wherever he went. “Over the years, I’ve lived in about a dozen different towns, five different vehicles and experienced life on the road at its best and worst....