End of Summer, Refreshment
In the blistering heat, when your typical Bud bottle isn’t quenching your thirst, you need something that actually tastes refreshing. That’s when you should break out a 6-pack of Leinkenkugel’s Summer Shandy ($7). The first thing you’ll notice is the citrus aroma that jumps out of the glass. When it hits your lips the lemon [...]
It's Biblical
The absurdist humor of the Brits is the stuff of Pythonic legend, and it lives on in the pages of this brilliant piece of literature: Britain’s traditional traffic handbook as reinvented by the boys of Top Gear. Filled with unbridled sarcasm, general silliness, and automotive expertise, you need only peruse the index to find page [...]
Going Brogued
Known for its versatility, Jack Purcells by Converse are, in the world of sneakers, a modern-day classic. The shoes go well with a linen suit, chinos, or a pair of jeans. But, matching clean sneakers with a highly structured suit can be a little tricky. Converse, not one for stagnation, has devised the Jack Purcell [...]
A Perfect Fit
In the ongoing list of visceral man-activities, trying your hand at shooting a fish underwater is certainly up there. But, with the thrill comes a fear, justifiably, of knocking out your front teeth due to lack of experience (I’ve seen it happen – not fun). If so, then Riffe has developed the perfect shooter for [...]
Americana Blue
Thanks to capitalism, competing entities rarely team up. Coke and Pepsi won’t be making Copsi anytime soon, and Honda and Toyota will not be bringing us an Camcord. Luckily for our benefit though, two titans of American clothing have bucked the rule and teamed together (2010 Miami Heat style) to bring us something truly spectacular. [...]
By Their Hands for Your Feet
The idea of spending $395 dollars on a pair of boots may seem a bit outlandish. But quality comes at a price. Designed in Austin by Joshua Bingaman and handmade by a leather/boot specialist in Istanbul, Turkey, Helm Handmade Boots are nothing short of stunning. The Ray Ray boots are a stylistic blend of work [...]
Solid Gold... Putt
Four classically styled putters make up the Scotty Cameron California Series, each virtually guaranteed to make the others in your weekend foursome jealous. Like all Cameron putters, there is no shortage in performance. Based upon the incredibly popular Newport Series, the Monterey (shown above) has dual weight ports in the heel and toe for exact [...]
Bunsen Burner Not Included
You bring home the perfect bone-in pork shoulder, but aside from the salt & pepper you extracted from a pack of plastic utensils, you have nothing to give this beautiful hunk of meat any real flavor. Those $4 seasoning grinders are tempting, but walk away. You are above such crude implements. No, you need a [...]
Web 2.0 has made the internet a daunting place when it comes to following your favorite sports team. There are untold numbers of blogs, Twitter(ers), and websites that all have information pertaining to your squad, team, or franchise (or as the case is for most – squads). Fortunately Spitter.com aggregates all of that information into [...]
Wrist Wrap
As we’ve said before, there’s nothing wrong with a little arm jewelry. If you’re looking for some wrist accessories with a sense of style and edginess (without the flash), Miansai’s Collection of well-crafted bracelets are a solid choice. Of course, your bracelet should match your style and personality. Resolute and rugged? Then consider the Silver [...]
Still Too Cool for Redman
Without the fanfare that we would expect, this summer marks the 30th Anniversary of a childhood favorite – Big League Chew. While there are (unfortunately) no special commemorative packs or fanfare, such an iconic product deserves celebration. For many, Big League Chew was almost as integral to Little League Baseball (or Softball) as cleats, baseball [...]
D.C. Sans the Suits
Washington D.C. is known for many things: leaders of the Free World, iconic monuments, and droves of institution naysayers. You know, spawns of the punk rock movement: Bad Brains, Henry Rollins, and even brands like DURKL. DURKL’s base camp in D.C. is one that has clearly influenced their style – the uniquely American take is [...]
Our Twenty-Toed Take on Today's Most Talked About Shoes
Our most astute readers may know that we have reviewed two previous iterations of Vibram’s now ubiquitous FiveFingers. The first marked the introduction of an awesome product. The second offered some useful updates to the original. Now, however, we’ve strapped on the Bikila, which is an entirely different animal than its predecessors. The original FiveFingers [...]
“It’s never too early to get Surly”
Chock full of catchy slogans and in-your-face can design, Surly Brewing Company has exploded onto the craft brewery scene in a short amount of time. Founder Omar Ansari started this company from, surprise, a home-brew kit and never looked back. (a topic that one our readers and occasional contributors will be covering in the coming [...]
Operation Red Wings and the Life of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, US Navy Seal
Though the expression is cliché, the freedom that we enjoy in America has always come at a high price. Gary William’s biography of Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy, posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor, Silver Star, and Purple Heart, is a meditation on the sacrifice and dedication exhibited by those who have served [...]
