Mike Conklin

Mike Conklin is InsideHook's Editor-in-Chief. His interests include but are not limited to records, shoes, beer, whiskey and watches. He previously served as Deputy Editor at Gear Patrol and Digital Director at Men's Journal.

All Articles From Mike Conklin

John Darnielle Loves Talking About Records Almost as Much as He Loves Making Them

The Mountain Goats singer holds forth on Bonnie Raitt, Depeche Mode and ... the Mountain Goats

15 Perfect American-Made Products to Remind You That Good Things Still Happen Here

On the off chance you were looking for something, anything, to feel good about

Another Funk and Soul Revival Is Upon Us — And This Time It’s on Vinyl

The Rare Sounds record club is giving listeners the chance to hear these '90s releases as they were intended

As High as the First Time: An Interview With the Hold Steady, the Best Rock Band of the 21st Century

Craig Finn and Franz Nicolay discuss the band's new album, "Open Door Policy"

Refurbished Bose 700s Are Over $150 Off Right Now

Plus, deals today on Adidas, The North Face and more

Save Big on a Great Turntable and Speaker Combo

The Pro-Ject Audio Debut Carbon DC and the PSB Alpha P5 will satisfy just about anyone

10 Products That Helped Make 2020 a Little More Bearable

When the going got tough, the tough got ... a Peloton

The 27 Best Gifts for the Aspiring Home Chef

And really, aren't we all aspiring home chefs now?

15 Great Gifts for the Quarantined Guitar Player

Acoustics, electrics, amps, effect pedals and much more

The Best Fall-Appropriate Hats for Men

Tweed, flannel, corduroy and all the other coziest fabrics imaginable

10 Fall Jacket Styles You Need in Your Closet in 2020

It's the most wonderful time of the year

The 12 Best Men's Casual Shoes for Fall

Put away your slip-ons and embrace the rich colors and textures of fall

Everything You Need to Drastically Improve Your Desktop Audio System

Your computer is capable of producing breathtaking audio. Here's what you need to take advantage of it.

Save Big on Audiophile Speakers From Two of Our Favorite Brands

One the budding audiophile and one for the more experienced among us.