The Red Wing Heritage 4563 reminds us why the Minnesota staple is one of our perennial favorites. Beginning with the pedigree 8-inch workboot, the 4563 also combines the benefits of a round-toe design (fewer seams, more expanses of leather) from the oxford silhouette. The result is a dressier iron grinder. Exclusively at Nordstrom. $300 (select [...]
Rocket Espresso Giotto Evoluzione
Whole latte love
Yes, it’s adorned with enough chromed steel to outshine a Kansas City bound Freightliner. Yes, it’s breathtakingly expensive. But for the truly dedicated, the Rocket Espresso Giotto Evoluzione ($2,100) is the closest thing to espresso nirvana we’ve ever had the chance to pull a shot from. Less white-gloved show pony and more workhorse, the Evoluzione [...]
Style Pick: Uniqlo Flannel Shirts
Walk into a Uniqlo and you inevitably overhear euphamisms like “great style, Old Navy prices” or “it’s like the IKEA of clothes”, but look beyond the obvious and you’ll discover a clever mix of timely and stylish wears at catchpenny prices. Their cashmere sweater sales redefine doorbuster and so long as you’re not seeking Italian [...]
Early Look: TaylorMade RocketBallz
It's got cojonez
Recently, TaylorMade asked a handful of folks, including GP, to go hands-on with the all-new RocketBallz club franchise. Comprised of two new drivers, two new iron sets, and a golfball, the Rocketballz (aka RBZ) will hit shelves this Spring packed with tons of new technology and a pretty unforgettable name. Ultimately, all that research and [...]
Viewfinder: Tipping Barrels – Journey Into The Great Bear
Bridging surfing and environmental journalism, Tipping Barrels follows Arran and Reid Jackson, both surfers, into the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. The 20 minute film (thanks, couch mode), dives into the issues that the rainforest faces, bridging stunning cinematography and insights gleaned from a multi-day journey. Directed by Ben Gulliver. More information at Pacific [...]
Shopped: 5 Picks from Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co.
Brightening homes, one lamp at a time
Crafting, scouring and sourcing the best in Americana decor and appointments, Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. will have you rethinking every room in your home. With roots fimly planted in sublime lighting, Schoolhouse has recently expanded its inventory and footprint with a new factory in Portland — a perfect time to roundup five products we’re [...]
Cranky Pressman Inspector Stamp
Inspected By...
Business cards? Good. Letterpress? Better. Custom inspector stamps? Awesome. Put your 3/4″ mark on the world, or anywhere you can tromp your seal onto with a custom Cranky Pressman Inspector Stamp ($23). Small enough to tag along with your keys use the stamp to place your signature, artwork, or any other custom demarcation (we like: [...]
Style Pick: Woolrich Passage Jacket
Combining duck down and the best of wool, Woolrich’s warmest jacket is your go-to for this winter’s coldest — whether you’re walking from Grand Central or the Great Allegheny. We’re digging the splash of color on the down-insulated collar. The Passage Jacket is available in 5 colorways, but our pick is heather gray (pictured). $189 [...]
Daily Briefing: 12.19.2011
The Real Story Behind Apple’s Think Different Campaign Forbes Food Republic Coffee Power Rankings Food Republic 7 Things Highly Productive People Do Inc Invasion of the $10 Wardrobe, Profile with Tadashi Yanai GQ Count Us In: Find My Smart Kar Kickstarter How to Lead a Creative Life: Martin Scorsese Fast Company
Hands On | The Principals x The World’s Best Ever: Bronze Bones Dominoes
Lovely Bones
Thanks to razor sharp milling from blackened bronze, this collaboration between by The Principals and our friends at The World’s Best Ever will have you rethinking everything you’ve ever known about the game — and probably give you an inexplicable itch to watch Dune to boot. Make no mistake, the ultra-limited edition Bronze Bones Domino [...]
Hands On: Adidas Outdoor Terrex Fast R Hiking Boot
Light Trail
Taking the road less more traveled, Adidas Outdoor (think: an athletic approach to getting outside) has unveiled a lineup of gear for 2012 that has us ready to shed the parkas and hit the trails. Namely, the Terrex Fast R Hiking Boot ($195). Featuring a high-tech Traxion sole developed in conjunction with Continental — yup, [...]
Daily Briefing: 12.14.2011
The Imogene+Willie Guide to Nashville Park & Bond A Taxi Test New Yorker How Coffee Can Galvanize Your Workout NYTimes About that Live Standup: What Louis C.K. Has to Say About His Sales Louis C.K. One of the Most Complex Rolex Watches Ever Made Hodinkee Essential Viewing: The Spielberg Face Fandor Meet the Longest, Fastest [...]
Redington Voyant Fly Fishing Outfit
Reel Steal
Just like a certain shaving brand that it rhymes with, the Redington Voyant ($299) is all about the smooth. And at the price, one of the best in its range for beginners. The high-performance graphite rod comes equipped with a Surge reel spooled with RIO Mainstream fly line and features either a half or full-wells [...]
Wilton Bad Ass Sledge Hammer
Homewrecker
There are sledge hammers, then there are sledge hammers backed with a guarantee to pay you a cool grand if you can muster up the muscle to break one. Yes, that’d be the Wilton Bad Ass Sledge Hammer ($38) we’re referring to. B.A.S.H. for short. Why so much confidence? Well if you’ve done a fair [...]
Behind the Wheel: 2012 Ford F-150 SuperCrew EcoBoost
Super Natural
We have a big soft spot for pick-up trucks. Not just because they represent so much of what America is and how we get work done, but the fact that when it comes to two-axle haulers, no one does a full-size pickup like the U S of A. Even as fuel prices have rocketed and [...]