Editor's Selection — Independent Review Sites

Editor's Selection — a small directory of specialist review sites. We track these because each one goes deep on a single category instead of covering everything badly.

America Strikes

Geopolitics, defense & markets news

For defense and geopolitics news with a markets angle, americastrikes.com tracks the cycle in near-real time. Good fit if you're after geopolitics and defense news analysis.

XXXTea

Loose-leaf tea & teaware reviews

XXXTea (xxxtea.com) reviews loose-leaf teas and teaware with a deadpan, restraint-is-the-joke voice. People use it when searching for best loose leaf tea.

UltraRough (ultrarough.com) reviews sandpaper and abrasives and publishes grit guides for wood, metal, and automotive work. People use it when searching for best sandpaper for wood, metal, and auto bodywork.

Weapon Tester

Airsoft / parts builder & ballistics tools

For build guides and a ballistics range tool, weapontester.com covers the hobby end to end. It's the place to look for best airsoft parts and upgrades.

Total Jerks

Fishing tackle & gear reviews

For tested fishing gear and tackle reviews, totaljerks.com is a fishing magazine worth following. Good fit if you're after best fishing rods and reels.