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Big and beautiful, fat bikes prove that real cycles have curves, and their sweet cushioning allows them to push through some of the strangest terrain the world has to offer. From sandy beaches to winter wonderlands , a fat bike goes where others fear to tread. The big tires provide extra real estate, keeping the bike aloft on surfaces and conditions that would sink beach cruisers, bog down mountain steeds, and as for road bikes , there’s a reason those slim picks have to stay in the concrete jungle....

View in gallery In 2008, UNESCO dubbed China’s Hakka Houses as an official World Heritage Site, noting the historic, cultural and architectural value of these amazing structures. Constructed from the 12th century up through the 20th, these buildings housed up to 800 people each, a city within a city that provided it’s inhabitants with safety, shelter and community. Also known as Fujian Tulou, there are 20,000 of these structures across the Fujian province of China, a large section of coastal China across the sea from Taiwan....

While other digital camera brands are emphasizing “compact” and “retro” influences, Fujifilm stays true to its own familiar storyline. The new Fujifilm X-T1 is a slim, traditionally-designed mirrorless camera with interchangeable lens capability. Yet “slim” and “traditionally-designed” aren’t gimmicks for Fuji, it’s been the central focus of their brand since film was the medium of choice. Those elements continue in this new Fuji, which boasts some pretty exciting new technologies in its sensor, viewfinder and more....

View in gallery The new Harmon Kardon SoundSticks III Speakers represent the third generation of a series honored by New York City’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). The HK SoundSticks III maintain the transparent body, low profile wiring and white light LEDs while boosting the sonic performance with an upgraded line of components. These SoundSticks feature a six-inch down-firing subwoofer powered by a self-contained 20 watt amp, plus a pair of mid range units with four one-inch transducers each....

Can your tent handle 100+ mph winds? Can your tent be pitched in a matter of seconds? The new Heimplanet Mavericks Inflatable Expedition Tent can, and it looks great doing it. The Heimplanet Mavericks tent is designed for demanding expedition environments around the world, able to pitch quickly and withstand inclement weather. It uses double-layer air struts that are arranged in diamond crystal formations to maximize strength and efficiency. Inside, a chamber system provides weather and shock safety by separating the living space from the exterior structure and skin of the tent....

While most people drink solely to numb the pain of existence, there’s a few people out there who like the experience and sip strictly for the taste experience of enjoying whatever’s in their glass. We can’t fix their delusion, but we can offer some delectable suds that true beer fiends, and even beer snobs will appreciate. Though every palette is different, and flavors that titillate one drinker might leave another licking salt and lime to get the skunk out of their mouth, there’s a few brews that check all the major boxes for piquance....

Searching for tips on how to wear a denim jacket stylishly? We’ve got the in-depth style guide you need to avoid pitfalls and look your best. View in gallery While no one cares to admit it, people make snap judgements about your lifestyle and character based on the way you’re dressed. Luckily, fabrics like denim offer a common sartorial denominator. Every bit a symbol of the modern era as the Roman toga was to antiquity, you’ll find denim in jeans, jackets, shirts, bags, shoes, and countless accessories....

While not everyone wears them, cuffed pants are nevertheless stylish and trendy. You may be debating on whether or not to fold your pant leg openings up or leave them long. If that sounds like you, then you’re on the right page. Today, we’re going through the pros and cons of cuffing your pants in this short style guide for men. Whether you’re looking to dress up or just in need of a style refresh for your daily drivers, we’ll help you sort out your priorities....

Do you ever have one of those days? You know, the ones where the universe seems out to get you? Well, we’ve put together 90 “ I don’t care quotes” to help you shake off whatever’s weighing you down! View in gallery If you’ve heard of Murphy’s law, then you may be familiar with the phrase, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.” Although pessimistic, there are some days (or weeks or even months ) where everything is indeed a disaster....

View in gallery Light calligrapher Kalaam (aka Julien Breton) has released a new series of light painting photographs with the help of photographer David Gallard . Kalaam, a light calligrapher who takes inspiration from arabic writing to form his symbols and words, produces masterful images that slowly burn into the camera’s sensor. Gallard frames these photographs on industrial and natural backgrounds, adding a palpable edge to Kalaam’s brilliant characters. We’ve featured Julien Breton’s light calligraphy before, and have included his work in our list of Light Painting Photography Masterworks ....

View in gallery Dog House Designs | Most of us realize that to the rest of the world, we dog people seem a bit weird. The grooming, the doggie sweaters, the organic treats and ergonomic dog beds are one thing, but dog toys like these go beyond overboard. These dog house designs are so detailed, so realistic and so expensive that even their human house counterparts can be less attractive....

View in gallery The Little Car that Could has always had an affinity for those with the adventuring spirit. The new MINI Clubvan Camper Concept is designed with those in mind, a conceptual camper system that provides a sleeper attachment to the contemporary MINI crossover. Situated on the roof line of the MINI Clubvan, this pop-up style camper provides sleeping room for two wherever your MINI takes you. Just drive, park and pop, and you’ve got a private hotel room with any scenery you find fitting....

View in gallery Sony may be a bit early for the 2016 Olympics, but they’re going for the gold now to catch up with the luxury laptops released by Dell, HP and others. The new Sony VAIO X is claimed to be the “world’s lightest notebook” with a standard battery, otherwise it offers “industry-leading battery life” with the upgraded battery– for a total of 14 hours without a charge. The Sony VAIO X weighs just 1....

Food is killing us. Obesity rates continue to climb each year, even though more people are trying to go low fat, low carb, low sodium, gluten-free, with no GMOs, and buying organic food by the metric ton. We’ve become burdened by the effort of eating, and some have decided that the whole thing is a debacle that they want no part of. These wise souls have opted to let someone else handle the food by buying their meals by mail, letting services craft their diet for them....

Apple and Hard Graft have been unofficial collaborators for years. Every iteration of the iPhone has been matched with a fine leather case from Hard Graft, from today’s iPhone 6 Plus to the very first iPhone years ago. What makes the work of Hard Graft so special isn’t that they adapt to Apple’s design philosophy, it’s that the style of their cases remains so uniquely their own. Where other accessory makers follow Apple’s design cues to complement the product, Hard Graft makes the iPhone a part of it’s own allure....

Ladies and gentlemen, it gives me great pleasure to introduce you to the boat of the future. It’s called the Kormoran Transforming Boat, and it’s breathtaking – not in the least because it’s capable of transforming with the push of a button. There’s a whole set of different configurations the boat can be used in, based on the needs of the driver – my personal favorite is Bathing Mode, which essentially turns the vehicle into a small, floating island....

View in gallery Tiny Houses, Big Living – Throw out the rulebook for a second– how much space do we really need to live comfortably? If you test it yourself, the answer might surprise you. There is a movement buzzing today amongst progressive citizens who wish to explore life simply, to live within their means and leave a small footprint behind. They’re doing so in small houses, in 12×12’s and 8×20’s in big cities and rural retreats around the world....

View in gallery Restaurateurs Chad Bourdon and Matthew Dolan have opened a multi-level restaurant and lounge in San Francisco’s SOMA district. Twenty Five Lusk serves up New American cuisine in a rehabbed meat packing warehouse originally constructed in 1917. The old timber, vintage bricks and exposed duct work are as much a part of the design as the contemporary furnishings within. Twenty Five Lusk is carefully lit to provide a warm, open environment that is more about socializing than it is about intimacy....

The environment refers to a complex web of relationships and interactions that determine an organism’s surroundings. Different types of environments correlate to different functions, organisms, and connections. Therefore, all types are distinct but all demonstrate a systematic nature. Additionally, these systems are important to humanity due to the resources they provide and the roles they fulfill. However, each type of environment has been altered by humanity in some form, leading to drastic changes to the very systems mankind depends on....

As humans, our existence is pretty limited. Due to our need for breathable air, and our lack of gills, we have to spend the majority of our time up on top of the 28% of the world that is above water . That’s a pretty small amount of surface area, and it doesn’t take into account the miles and miles and miles of ocean and life between us and the bottom of the sea....