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Heath Picnic Set
(31 March 2008) - From the ceramicists responsible for fusing Modern aesthetics with Northern California earthiness, the Heath Picnic Set is a chic addition to warm weather outings. A collaboration with S.Stein bags, the suede and canvas tote holds two three-piece place settings securely in a removable caddy. (See an image after the jump.) There's also a slot for wine, a pocket for linens and cutlery, as well...
(31 March 2008) - From the ceramicists responsible for fusing Modern aesthetics with Northern California earthiness, the Heath Picnic Set is a chic addition to warm weather outings. A collaboration with S.Stein bags, the suede and canvas tote holds two three-piece place settings securely in a removable caddy. (See an image after the jump.) There's also a slot for wine, a pocket for linens and cutlery, as well...
Zeal Optics Link Spherical Goggles
(26 March 2008) - No matter the conditions, the limited edition Zeal Optics Link Spherical goggles I tried out this past weekend will have you covered. New for 2008, they feature the world's first polarized and photochromatic lens. Polarization allows for increased clarity and depth perception, but the lens also changes the level of opacity depending on the light and time of day, adapting to low light and...
(26 March 2008) - No matter the conditions, the limited edition Zeal Optics Link Spherical goggles I tried out this past weekend will have you covered. New for 2008, they feature the world's first polarized and photochromatic lens. Polarization allows for increased clarity and depth perception, but the lens also changes the level of opacity depending on the light and time of day, adapting to low light and...
Still Life 2008
(19 March 2008) - This past winter star Japanese designer Hiroshi Fujiwara was always blogging about his epic snowboarding trips all over the world. The snow-covered old growth terrain was always so inviting but I also took note of the brightly colored minimalist jackets that he and his crew would wear and wondered what brand they were sporting. Through a Neil Harmon photo essay on Honeyee called Still...
(19 March 2008) - This past winter star Japanese designer Hiroshi Fujiwara was always blogging about his epic snowboarding trips all over the world. The snow-covered old growth terrain was always so inviting but I also took note of the brightly colored minimalist jackets that he and his crew would wear and wondered what brand they were sporting. Through a Neil Harmon photo essay on Honeyee called Still...
Drinkpee
(12 March 2008) - We've all heard of people drinking their own urine to survive out in the wild when there is no access to water. Though urine is sterile and (usually) safe to drink, using it as plant fertilizer may be more palatable option to most. The smart folks at EAWAG Aquatic Research in Switzerland have developed a way to extract the phosphorus and nitrogen from urine...
(12 March 2008) - We've all heard of people drinking their own urine to survive out in the wild when there is no access to water. Though urine is sterile and (usually) safe to drink, using it as plant fertilizer may be more palatable option to most. The smart folks at EAWAG Aquatic Research in Switzerland have developed a way to extract the phosphorus and nitrogen from urine...
Five Ski Sets
(07 March 2008) - We've had a pretty good snow season this year out on the East Coast compared to recent seasons. With the Winter winding down now, I've had a few good months to research, check out and ponder my next ski set as I'm not so sure how much more my current decks can handle. There was a lot of new equipment released this year but...
(07 March 2008) - We've had a pretty good snow season this year out on the East Coast compared to recent seasons. With the Winter winding down now, I've had a few good months to research, check out and ponder my next ski set as I'm not so sure how much more my current decks can handle. There was a lot of new equipment released this year but...
Outstanding in the Field
(20 February 2008) - "Calling all foodies and lovers of the open air. Get ready to join the most anticipated diner's list of the year. After completing its fourth annual tour of North America last year, the folks at Outstanding in the Field are readying to announce and take reservations on their list of 35 al fresco dining engagements. Started in 1999 by the artist/chef Jim Denevan (see...
(20 February 2008) - "Calling all foodies and lovers of the open air. Get ready to join the most anticipated diner's list of the year. After completing its fourth annual tour of North America last year, the folks at Outstanding in the Field are readying to announce and take reservations on their list of 35 al fresco dining engagements. Started in 1999 by the artist/chef Jim Denevan (see...
Jim Denevan
(15 February 2008) - Santa Cruz, CA-based artist Jim Denevan makes freehand drawings in sand, laboring up to seven hours and walking for as many as 30 miles to create artwork using no measuring aids whatsoever. (Click images for detail.) From above, the drawings are abstract patterns. But when looked at from the ground level, they take on a new form, challenging ideas of distance and perspective. Then,...
(15 February 2008) - Santa Cruz, CA-based artist Jim Denevan makes freehand drawings in sand, laboring up to seven hours and walking for as many as 30 miles to create artwork using no measuring aids whatsoever. (Click images for detail.) From above, the drawings are abstract patterns. But when looked at from the ground level, they take on a new form, challenging ideas of distance and perspective. Then,...
The Rolling Bench
(31 January 2008) - Why do public benches never seem to dry? A simple solution to an age old problem, The Rolling Bench ensures you'll have a dry pad to sit on no matter the conditions. Designed by Korean firm Sungwoo Park and friends, the bench is built on a rotating axle. Just turn the hand crank to unveil the dry side of the seat so you can...
(31 January 2008) - Why do public benches never seem to dry? A simple solution to an age old problem, The Rolling Bench ensures you'll have a dry pad to sit on no matter the conditions. Designed by Korean firm Sungwoo Park and friends, the bench is built on a rotating axle. Just turn the hand crank to unveil the dry side of the seat so you can...
Burton Archive Series
(10 January 2008) - Eighties revivalism continues and when done right we enjoy seeing the era reinvented in design, fashion, music, etc. Better yet, a reissue celebrates originals and maybe even better still, adding new details to classics modernizes them for a fresh look with all the functionality we expect out of today's gear. Specifically, we're talking about Burton's new Archive Series Collection, a line that pulls out...
(10 January 2008) - Eighties revivalism continues and when done right we enjoy seeing the era reinvented in design, fashion, music, etc. Better yet, a reissue celebrates originals and maybe even better still, adding new details to classics modernizes them for a fresh look with all the functionality we expect out of today's gear. Specifically, we're talking about Burton's new Archive Series Collection, a line that pulls out...
Sno-Baller
(04 January 2008) - If you want to win all the neighborhood snowball fights (but lack the ball-making talents of Will Ferrel in "Elf"), you'll need to pick up a Sno-Baller for the Winter months. Made of injection-molded, high-impact plastic, the Sno-Baller creates perfect, baseball-sized snowballs that are dense enough to actually do some damage. You don't even need to get your hands wet. Purchase it at Plow...
(04 January 2008) - If you want to win all the neighborhood snowball fights (but lack the ball-making talents of Will Ferrel in "Elf"), you'll need to pick up a Sno-Baller for the Winter months. Made of injection-molded, high-impact plastic, the Sno-Baller creates perfect, baseball-sized snowballs that are dense enough to actually do some damage. You don't even need to get your hands wet. Purchase it at Plow...
Black & Decker Alligator Lopper
(03 January 2008) - One-upping a chainsaw, Black & Decker's Alligator Lopper takes a design cue from nature and adds a steel jaw to the tool. If you've ever used a regular chainsaw, you know how satisfyingly fun it is to slice through logs as if they were made of butter. We can only imagine the possibilities the scissors action brings to this puppy. With a 4.5 Amp...
(03 January 2008) - One-upping a chainsaw, Black & Decker's Alligator Lopper takes a design cue from nature and adds a steel jaw to the tool. If you've ever used a regular chainsaw, you know how satisfyingly fun it is to slice through logs as if they were made of butter. We can only imagine the possibilities the scissors action brings to this puppy. With a 4.5 Amp...
Five Lip Balms
(28 December 2007) - by Passa Chattra We're all connoisseurs of lip balms to different degrees. We have preferred brands because of how well they work, the packaging they come in or whether it comes in a stick or tin. Some (like myself) are addicted and habituated to swiping their lips after each sip of a drink, end of a meal, after a phone call or during conversation....
(28 December 2007) - by Passa Chattra We're all connoisseurs of lip balms to different degrees. We have preferred brands because of how well they work, the packaging they come in or whether it comes in a stick or tin. Some (like myself) are addicted and habituated to swiping their lips after each sip of a drink, end of a meal, after a phone call or during conversation....
Nau Winner
(10 December 2007) - The response to our video profiling the new Portland, OR-based outerwear brand Nau was tremendous. We received hundreds of entries for the giveaway and are happy to congratulate Chris V. of Astoria, NY on winning the item of his choice from Nau!It's no secret that we're huge fans of the burgeoning brand (and more so every time we wear one of their ingeniously-designed, eco-friendly...
(10 December 2007) - The response to our video profiling the new Portland, OR-based outerwear brand Nau was tremendous. We received hundreds of entries for the giveaway and are happy to congratulate Chris V. of Astoria, NY on winning the item of his choice from Nau!It's no secret that we're huge fans of the burgeoning brand (and more so every time we wear one of their ingeniously-designed, eco-friendly...
Nike M-65 Patchwork Jacket
(29 November 2007) - When Nike's M-65 Patchwork Jacket showed up at the CH headquarters today—reactions were mixed, but anything that generates that much controversy is undeniably appealing. In fact, no two jackets are the same because of randomly placed patchwork layouts. Produced specifically for this holiday season, the outerlayer twists the traditional concept of patchwork into a highly technical construction. Built off the same specs as the...
(29 November 2007) - When Nike's M-65 Patchwork Jacket showed up at the CH headquarters today—reactions were mixed, but anything that generates that much controversy is undeniably appealing. In fact, no two jackets are the same because of randomly placed patchwork layouts. Produced specifically for this holiday season, the outerlayer twists the traditional concept of patchwork into a highly technical construction. Built off the same specs as the...
Airhole Ninja Masks
(26 November 2007) - Founded by pro snowboarders Kale Stephens and Chris Brown, Airhole Ninja Masks are designed to keep you warm during all your outdoor winter activities, whether snowboarding, skiing or snowshoeing. They use innovative functional materials, unique form-fitting patterns, and the most groundbreaking concept of all—a hole that you can breathe through! The upshot is an accessory that's as menacing as full-face masks but without the...
(26 November 2007) - Founded by pro snowboarders Kale Stephens and Chris Brown, Airhole Ninja Masks are designed to keep you warm during all your outdoor winter activities, whether snowboarding, skiing or snowshoeing. They use innovative functional materials, unique form-fitting patterns, and the most groundbreaking concept of all—a hole that you can breathe through! The upshot is an accessory that's as menacing as full-face masks but without the...
Six Better-Than-Average Umbrellas
(21 November 2007) - Following the Swims post, you might guess we have a rain theme going on today. What can we say? It's been raining a lot here lately. During the drearier months an adequate umbrella is essential, especially for urbanites who face longer treks than from the parking lot to the office. Fortunately, umbrellas have been getting much needed overhauls lately with designers making them, lighter,...
(21 November 2007) - Following the Swims post, you might guess we have a rain theme going on today. What can we say? It's been raining a lot here lately. During the drearier months an adequate umbrella is essential, especially for urbanites who face longer treks than from the parking lot to the office. Fortunately, umbrellas have been getting much needed overhauls lately with designers making them, lighter,...
Swims Galoshes
(21 November 2007) - When the forecast calls for scattered showers and you're sick of clunky Wellies, allow Swims, a line of nouveau galoshes, to step in. An homage to a pair of black galoshes passed on to the Norwegian founder, after living in style-conscious Manhattan. Reinventing the clunky footwear, he developed a sleeker overshoe inspired by the shape of a classic tuxedo show and suitable for urban...
(21 November 2007) - When the forecast calls for scattered showers and you're sick of clunky Wellies, allow Swims, a line of nouveau galoshes, to step in. An homage to a pair of black galoshes passed on to the Norwegian founder, after living in style-conscious Manhattan. Reinventing the clunky footwear, he developed a sleeker overshoe inspired by the shape of a classic tuxedo show and suitable for urban...
Wingrider Bicycle Clip
(20 November 2007) - To add a little Greek god/comic book style to your daily bike commute, these winged straps will do the trick. They'll also do double duty by protecting your pant cuffs from rips and grease stains caused by the chain. Designed by Droog co-founder Gijs Bakker (who got his start designing jewelry), they're made with a reflective PVC for night safety that's also weatherproof. The...
(20 November 2007) - To add a little Greek god/comic book style to your daily bike commute, these winged straps will do the trick. They'll also do double duty by protecting your pant cuffs from rips and grease stains caused by the chain. Designed by Droog co-founder Gijs Bakker (who got his start designing jewelry), they're made with a reflective PVC for night safety that's also weatherproof. The...
Burton LTD Grail Denim Jacket And Pant
(19 November 2007) - I used to make fun of people who wore denim on the slopes, but Burton recently made it more functional with this first edition Gore-Tex LTD Grail Denim Jacket and Pant.Denim alone is probably the worst thing you could wear in cold and wet conditions, however an exclusive collaboration with Gore-Tex gives Burton the sole rights for two years to use their technology that...
(19 November 2007) - I used to make fun of people who wore denim on the slopes, but Burton recently made it more functional with this first edition Gore-Tex LTD Grail Denim Jacket and Pant.Denim alone is probably the worst thing you could wear in cold and wet conditions, however an exclusive collaboration with Gore-Tex gives Burton the sole rights for two years to use their technology that...
Cool Hunting Video Presents: Nau: Sponsored Video and Giveaway
(15 November 2007) - Nau won us over from the beginning with their impeccably designed, eco-conscious outerwear and business concept. This behind-the-scenes video features insights into their design process, retail store design and their guiding philosophy. Designers Mark Galbraith and Peter Kallen show us a few items from their latest collection and Ian Yolles, the VP of Brand Communications, walks us through the process of shopping at one...
(15 November 2007) - Nau won us over from the beginning with their impeccably designed, eco-conscious outerwear and business concept. This behind-the-scenes video features insights into their design process, retail store design and their guiding philosophy. Designers Mark Galbraith and Peter Kallen show us a few items from their latest collection and Ian Yolles, the VP of Brand Communications, walks us through the process of shopping at one...
The North Face NSE Collection
(15 November 2007) - Last night we got our first look at the new North Face NSE Collection, a special limited collaboration with the Japanese sportswear manufacturer Goldwin. Inspired by the white birch forests that thrive on the northern island of Japan, the centerpiece of the collection is a new camo print featuring images of the birch forests. The first of the NSE special collector's edition, which will...
(15 November 2007) - Last night we got our first look at the new North Face NSE Collection, a special limited collaboration with the Japanese sportswear manufacturer Goldwin. Inspired by the white birch forests that thrive on the northern island of Japan, the centerpiece of the collection is a new camo print featuring images of the birch forests. The first of the NSE special collector's edition, which will...
French Bistro Chairs
(08 November 2007) - Since recently attempting (and failing) to draw one of the chairs most often associated with the sidewalk cafés of Paris, my fondness for their two-color woven seatbacks and curving wood frames has grown even more. Fortunately for us stateside dwellers, American Rag's housewares division Maison-Midi carries them in a few different styles and colors. Made of wood and nylon in Italy, they start at...
(08 November 2007) - Since recently attempting (and failing) to draw one of the chairs most often associated with the sidewalk cafés of Paris, my fondness for their two-color woven seatbacks and curving wood frames has grown even more. Fortunately for us stateside dwellers, American Rag's housewares division Maison-Midi carries them in a few different styles and colors. Made of wood and nylon in Italy, they start at...
Patagonia's T-Shirt Campaign: Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
(06 November 2007) - Building on what's developing as a series of products geared toward raised awareness of our ecology, part of the profits from Patagonia's latest tee go to protect the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge, a 19 million acre area of Alaska's North Slope, that's long been eyed by the energy industry because of huge oil deposits thought to exist underneath this protected region. Designed by Northern...
(06 November 2007) - Building on what's developing as a series of products geared toward raised awareness of our ecology, part of the profits from Patagonia's latest tee go to protect the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge, a 19 million acre area of Alaska's North Slope, that's long been eyed by the energy industry because of huge oil deposits thought to exist underneath this protected region. Designed by Northern...
TiWalkMe: 1,000-Year Forest Clock
(02 November 2007) - TiWalkMe is a clock (still in conceptual stage) designed to track 1,000 years using a forest seeded along a ribbon of land to tell time. Annual tree plantings set the pace, visually representing time passing as they mature and functioning as the clockwork mechanism. The purpose of the project is to make a long progression of time visible as a way to help focus...
(02 November 2007) - TiWalkMe is a clock (still in conceptual stage) designed to track 1,000 years using a forest seeded along a ribbon of land to tell time. Annual tree plantings set the pace, visually representing time passing as they mature and functioning as the clockwork mechanism. The purpose of the project is to make a long progression of time visible as a way to help focus...
Eco Pneumo Dry Sack
(31 October 2007) - by Passa Chattra If you've spent anytime hiking or camping you know the value of keeping your stuff dry. Nothing can be worse than having to sleep in wet clothes after crossing two rivers, hiking a few peaks, and the temperature has dropped 20 degrees. There are lots of high tech dry bags that will do the job, but the fact is the materials...
(31 October 2007) - by Passa Chattra If you've spent anytime hiking or camping you know the value of keeping your stuff dry. Nothing can be worse than having to sleep in wet clothes after crossing two rivers, hiking a few peaks, and the temperature has dropped 20 degrees. There are lots of high tech dry bags that will do the job, but the fact is the materials...
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