Little Black Sneaker

 

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Like the 8 iconic White Sneakers we featured last summer, the black sneaker for winter is your other must have pair of kicks. These timeless classics are always in style, and here are our 10 unisex favorites to have you back in black. 

LEFT COLUMN: PUMA SUEDE CLASSIC $59; CONVERSE JACK PURCELL $60; VANS TUMBLE PATENT SLIP-ON $60; ONITSUKA TIGER BY ASICS TOKUTEN $70; RIGHT COLUMN: ADIDAS ORIGINALS SAMBA $70; COMMON PROJECTS ACHILLES LOW TOP $435; NEW BALANCE 420 $74.99; SAUCONY BULLET $55

 

Shimmer & Shine

 

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Add a little sparkle to your sporty style with shimmery shiny gear, apparel and accessories

made for Holiday fun!

 
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: J.CREW VINTAGE COTTON METALLIC V-NECK $35. It’s your perfect soft vintage cotton tee now in shimmery silver. SCOTT TRACKER SKI HELMET $89. This low profile, lightweight helmet features the MRAS Fit System, offering comfort and protection for the all-terrain skier. CASTELLI CROMO LIGHT WOMENS CYCLING JACKET $199. Combining wind-resistance, thermal insulation, and a brushed fleecy lining, this Castelli cycling jacket has great shiny style too! ALALA CAPTAIN CROP TIGHT $105. Rev up your workout with these slick pewter leggings, accentuated with sheer mesh panels.

JIMMY CHOO SHEARLING MOONBOOTS $750. It’s apres-ski glam with these silver shearling lined Moonboots from Jimmy Choo. CHLOÉ ISADORA AVIATOR SUNGLASSES $349. Inspired by the classic aviator, these silver-tone metal sunglasses feature double frames, offset with gradient tinted lenses. CALVIN KLEIN UNDERWEAR METALLIC SPORTS BRA $45. This festive sports bra has a glistening silver finish, detailed with a racer back and elasticated logo band. Complete the look with the matching briefs. SPERRY TOPSIDER SEASIDE METALLIC SLIP-ONS $75. It’s your classic Sperry Topsider covered in Holiday shine!

CENTER: SCOTT FIX GOGGLE $84.95. Designed for compatibilty with the helmet above, the low profile Scott Fix goggle offers wide peripheral vision with ultra clarity. Articulated outriggers customize the fit and level of frame ventilation. CLETO REYES OFFICIAL FIGHT BOXING GLOVES $149. Knock ’em out with these silver boxing gloves!

 

This Is An E-Bike?

 

THE ARCHONT ELECTRO BY ONO BIKES

A few months back we ran a feature called “The E-Bike Got Cool”. Well, it just got even cooler, and going green has never looked so good. The Archont Electro by Ono Bikes is an outrageously stylish reinterpretation of the electric bicycle, completely redefining the category.

Ono Bikes is a custom e-bike and handcrafted bicycle manufacturer, seeking to change the way society portrays urban personal electric transportation. The Archont Electro is a three meter long, “Easy Rider” inspired bicycle. Its minimal long sweeping curves and sharp dips gracefully outline a chopper shape. The wheels, designed with an overabundance of spokes, enhance its elegant design. Add to that a classic Brooks saddle.

With all this beauty comes a powerful machine as well. In place of and designed like a fuel tank is a carbon fiber case which holds the bike’s 72v battery. The motor is mounted at the rear wheel, and rated at a colossal 7Kw, powering the bike up to 50mph.

Adding beauty, speed and sustainability together, the Archont Electro is sure to get your motor running!

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The Smart Set

 
3 NEW SMARTWATCHES:
SAMSUNG GEAR S2, MOVADO MUSEUM SPORT MOTION, TAG HEUER CONNECTED

 
The Apple Watch gave a new face to wearable technology, creating a beautifully designed timepiece that doubles as a mini, albeit limited, wrist computer. It has inspired a smart looking set of new smartwatches, integrating smartphone technology and biometric tracking into a wristwatch. The Samsung Gear S2, Movado Museum Sport Motion, and Tag Heuer Connected are 3 of the hot new smartwatches to hit the market. As opposed to looking like high-tech gadgets, however, these three smartwatches could be mistaken for traditional watches, their faces deceptively camouflaging the state of the art functionality just beneath the surface.

SAMSUNG GEAR S2 $249. With its stylish design and selection of customizable watch face designs, from sleek modern to classic chronograph, the Samsung Gear S2, is the smartwatch for any occasion. The circular face and bezel let you dial effortlessly between functions, and once paired with a compatible Android phone, 3G connectivity lets you call, text, email and receive notifications, even when your phone isn’t nearby. Built-in wireless charging keeps the Gear S2 powered up with a wireless charging dock. Available in a variety of different wristbands.

MOVADO MUSEUM SPORT MOTION $995Marrying iconic Movado design with smart technology, Movado Motion timepieces infuse Swiss made elegance into wearable technology. Clean analog dials feature a date indicator subdial that tracks daily activity and sleep goals when the watch is connected to a compatible Android (4.4.3+) or iOS (8+) smartphone or tablet. With its clean and modern design, this sporty timepiece looks great anywhere. Shown here with a perforated rubber strap, it is also available in silver and black stainless steel.

TAG HEUER CONNECTED $1500. The Swiss craftsmanship of TAG Heuer meets smartwatch technology with the Connected. The first Google smartwatch powered by Intel, the TAG Heuer Connected is built on the latest release of Android Wear with thousands of apps available at the Google Play store. It is also iOS compatible. The design was inspired by the iconic Carrera line, and the price tag reflects its premium materials such as a titanium case and a 46mm sapphire crystal display with 240ppi resolution (just shy of the Apple Watch’s 290ppi). Wind and weather monitoring, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a microphone for voice commands are other features, and it is available in in seven colors.

 

The Great Outdoorsy

 

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NATURE LOVERS, SNOW PLAYERS, OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS… WE’VE GOT THE GEAR THATS MADE FOR WINTER FUN!

LEFT COLUMN: GNU SNOWBOARDS BEAUTY (womens) /BEAST (mens) $539.95. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of our National Parks with graphics by Pendleton Woolen Mills, this freeriding, freestyling snowboard is ready for any and everything — the pow or the park! Also available in split board model. L.A.M.B. x BURTON IRIE BEANIE $44.95. From Gwen Stefani’s capsule L.A.M.B x Burton collection is this rockin’ reggae inspired colored knit beanie. HESTRA MOON MITT $80.Windproof and waterproof, this puff ball of a mitten is heavily insulated with Primaloft to provide exceptional warmth on snowy winter days.

CENTER COLUMN: TOPO DESIGNS X GIRO BLOK™ GOGGLES $90. From the capsule collection of helmets and goggles with Giro, that melds the latest in technology with the retro Topo Designs aesthetic, the Blok goggles feature advanced EXV technology and deliver crystal clear vision through precision ZEISS lenses. J.CREW CANADIAN SWEATER COMPANY™ COLORBLOCK CARDIGAN SWEATER $400. Indoors and out, stay warm and cozy in this artisanal classic wool cardigan, handknit exclusively for J.Crew in a vibrant colorblock pattern. HOKA ONE ONE TOR ULTRA HI WP $230. The ultra cushioning for which Hoka is known, is combined with supportive waterproof trekking uppers and Vibram® MegaGrip rubber outsoles for a trail running, hiking boot that can take on any outdoor terrain. MOUNTAIN BOY SLEDWORKS ULTIMATE FLYER $179.99. The 52″ Ultimate Flyer is an elegant, hand-made sled — built to last with thick birch planks, hand-carved willow hand rails, and stainless-steel hardware. The entire front section pivots, allowing much sharper turns than on a conventional flexible flyer. It makes a great decorative piece too.

RIGHT COLUMN: BEST MADE CO. FISH KNIFE $22. Silver and Gold Fish knives are native to the Czech Republic. Tied on a red waxed lanyard, they are a favorite of seafarers, fishermen, and knife enthusiasts worldwide. ELECTRIC FW01 NATO WATCH $175. It’s a playful take on the classic field watch and PM only on its 13-24 hour face. Highly precise however, Electric utilizes the most accurate and durable Japanese and Swiss analog movements on the market.

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FOR THE HOMEBODY

FOR THE CYCLIST

ALL HALLOWED ORANGE

 

Lift off

 
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We love having access to the training and performance edge of elite and professional athletes. The latest to come across our radar are the XG4 Performance Insoles, carbon fiber insoles that add a burst of energy to every stride.

The XG4 takes an athlete’s own energy in and unleashes it back with a force to generate more speed, power and distance. Matt Arciuolo, Founder of Roar Athletic Performance, developed the patented carbon fiber insoles working with the United States Olympic Bobsled and Skeleton Team. In these sports, the power generated in the push off is critical to the speed of the run. Seeking to design something light and thin, that would fit into the tight-fitting shoes worn by these athletes, he turned to carbon fiber. Stronger than steel and lighter than aluminum, he developed a carbon fiber composite capable of absorbing and releasing energy. Normally carbon fiber is very rigid, but Arciuolo told Style of Sport, “We took that theory and stood it on its head. We wanted to make a carbon fiber that would flex.” And flex these insoles do, with a force to launch a sneaker 15 feet up and out, as demonstrated in HERE in this video.

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XG4 PERFORMANCE INSOLE

 
Every sport is reliant on the athlete’s interaction with ground — the more efficient, the better the performance. The insoles store energy with each foot strike, and release it back with palpable kick at lift off, as this runner can attest.

The XG4 weighs .7 oz, less than the insole it replaces. There are four 4 flexes for different athletes, sports and weights. Employed by multiple NFL, MLB, and NBA teams, in addition to a number of Division 1 college teams, no matter the sport, the XG4 can provide the extra boost to make any athlete feel like a pro!

 

9 Shades of Gray

 

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TEES, TANKS, BASEBALL, SWEATSHIRTS AND HOODIES…

WE’VE GOT THE FULL SPECTRUM COVERED IN GRAY

OF ALL YOUR SPORTY FAVORITES! 

 

ROW 1: J.CREW MARLED BASEBALL T-SHIRT $42.50. It’s your classic two-tone baseball shirt, updated in heathered shades of gray. MADEWELL SLUB V-NECK POCKET TEE $22.50. A must have staple, this soft slub lowcut tee will be a fast favorite and comes in a few other shades of gray too. ZOE KARSSEN MISS YOU HOODED SLEEVELESS SWEATSHIRT $110. Send a message to the one you love in this playful sleeveless jersey sweatshirt.

ROW 2: FREECITY LIGHTBLAST TEE $115. This charcoal and black unisex t-shirt is printed with a lightening bolt on the front and back. The “glasswash” dye process produces a beautiful watercolor-like finish and makes each garment one of a kind. EBBETS FIELD FLANNELS CITY SERIES SWEATSHIRTS $79. Hollywood is universal but with almost 50 cities to choose from the choice is yours. Inspired by vintage sweatshirts from the 1940s, the City Series are made of 100% cotton large loop French terry fabric and adorned with sewn felt letters in the style of the most popular baseball teams in history. MONROW TIE FRONT TANK $78 now $44. Workout or hang out in this cool and comfortable tie front slub tank.

ROW 3: OUTDOOR VOICES CATCH-ME-IF-YOU-CAN HOODIE $85. Available in a few shades of heathered gray itself (along with a bunch of other colors), this hooded sweatshirt is constructed from OV’s softest fabric with an easy fit that’s slightly loose, but designed to hug a bit here and there. SWEATY BETTY PIROUETTE DANCE CAMI $110. Dance, yoga, pilates, barre, this elegant seamless camisole supports and flatters all your moves. PARKS PROJECT EVERGLADES CREW $34. Each item in the Parks Projects collection of fun and fine goods, is made to promote, protect, and preserve one of our National Parks. Shown here is the Everglades National Park tee, and for every 50 sold, 20 non-native species are removed.

 

SOS Gift Guides: For The Dude!

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: POC SPORTS DID GLACIER JEREMY JONES $250. The Signature Edition of POC Team athlete Jeremy Jones, boundary breaking backcountry snowboarder, these glacier style sunglasses are made for high altitudes where the sun is extra strong and intensified by the snow. The grilamid frames are slim and lightweight, the lenses extra dark, and the side panels are made of laser cut goat skin. OMEGA SEAMASTER 300 “SPECTRE” LIMITED EDITION $7500. For 20 years the Omega Seamaster has been James Bond’s watch of choice, and it stars again in Spectre. For the first time in 007 history, the watch is available in a limited edition of 7,007. Powered by the revolutionary Omega Master Co-Axial calibre 8400 precision movement, resistant to magnetism up to 15,000 gauss, it is presented in a stainless steel case, on a 5-stripe black and grey James Bond NATO Strap, on which “007” is engraved. This is the ultimate gift for any James Bond fan!

PATAGONIA MEN’S BIVY DOWN VEST $179. This rugged and warm 600-fill-power duck down vest is wind and water-resistant and insulated with 100% Traceable Down (birds that were never force-fed, never live-plucked). Two handwarmer pockets are lined with brushed polyester, and an internal zippered chest pocket keeps essentials secure. J.CREW STRIPED BEANIE $24.50. Can’t go wrong with this sporty striped head warmer. It’s guaranteed to look cute on any guy! LEICA M-P SAFARI DIGITAL CAMERA SET $9,990. The first Leica cameras to use olive-green enamel were designed for use in the field. Discreet and scratch-resistant, this exceptional digital model is one of only 1500 limited edition sets, and contains the high-precision Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH lens for remarkable clarity and focus. Included is a full-grain leather strap as a sophisticated accent. Read More

 

In The Loopt

 

HORIZON AIR AIRLINE SEATS; LOOPTWORKS ALASKA AIRLINES CARRY ON CROSSBODY

Horizon Air, the regional carrier for Alaska Airlines, periodically replaces the seat covers on their planes as a part of their regular maintenance procedures. When that time came most recently, they approached the Portland, OR, based company, Looptworks, to come up with a cool way to upcycle the leather on the seats into something completely new. Looptworks is brand that works with a variety of high profile and socially responsible companies to transform what would end up in a landfill into beautiful new products. Thus was created the Looptworks Alaska Airlines Carry-On Collection, which includes a wallet, laptop sleeve, tote, crossbody and messenger bag — all made with repurposed seat leather from Horizon Air.

Looptworks designs and manufactures bags made only with excess and waste materials – and they do it in a tangible way that makes sustainability a more graspable concept. They “upcycle”, a subset of recycling, which means they repurpose waste material into something that has equal or greater value. The extra neoprene from wetsuit manufacturers; high-end merino wool from architectural textile firm FilzFelt; leather from Langlitz Leathers, the legendary mecca for motorcycle jackets in Portland, are all reborn as bags that are as great looking as they environmentally friendly.

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Top L-R: FELT AND LEATHER MESSENGER BAG $300. Partnership with FilzFelt, makers of German-milled, 100% Merino wool felt. Accentuated with premium excess leather from the footwear industry. LOOPT CLASSICS DUFFLE $350. Made with excess jacket leather from Langlitz Leathers. LUV SEAT BACKPACK $250. Made from authentic Southwest Airlines seat leather. Bottom L-R: ALASKA AIRLINES CARRY ON MESSENGER BAG $230. Hand-made, hand-numbered, and backed by lifetime warranty. HOPTU LAPTOP SLEEVE $30. Manufactured from excess wetsuit neoprene. NORTHWEST MESSENGER BAG $180. Made from premium, distressed leather from the bag industry and 1680 polyester from the outdoor gear industry.

 
Looptworks uses materials that are not just post-consumer, like the airline seats, but also virgin materials that have never been used— excess and scraps too small for the product originally intended, but perfect for something else. And part of their mission is finding those companies to partner with who are also looking to relieve the impact of the manufacturing process on the environment. Says Nick Mastors, Marketing Director of Looptworks, “There are a bunch of companies already out there creating a bunch of waste. If we can we find ways of repurposing that waste and turning it into something useful, then it directly offsets the need to make the same product with new materials.”

With our planet facing such extreme environmental challenges, the word sustainability gets thrown around, and sometimes it’s too overwhelming to comprehend. With the mandate to use only what already exists, Looptworks is taking that on one bag at a time. Says Mastors, “The name Looptworks refers to a closed-loop manufacturing system, where everything that is created, at the end of its useful life gets re-entered into the supply chain such that we don’t have to cut down forests, we don’t have to have landfill, we don’t have to mine for things. And it’s very cool to hold in your hand a product that directly embodies that vision.”

And cool these bags are. It’s one thing to be so environmentally and socially responsible in your manufacturing processes, but another to design a product so stylish and functional that people would buy it regardless. The Looptworks bags are just that, and make great holiday gifts too!

 

The Stylish Life

 

 

Recently published by TeNeues is the fabulously chic book series, THE STYLISH LIFE, with the subject of each volume the lifestyle, fashion, destinations, and iconic athletes of six different sports. Tennis, Golf, Skiing, Equestrian, Yachting, Football (soccer), each book is a photographic compendium featuring a stunning array of images, vintage and contemporary, that highlights what makes each of these sports so uniquely stylish.

 

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THE STYLISH LIFE: GOLF

This bountiful tome features the world’s most fashionable golf destinations, from tropical islands to prestigious country clubs, and takes the reader on a photographic tour of the finest courses and clubhouses. The Stylish Life: Golf delves into the illustrious pedigree of this leisurely sport with its high-profile players, chic and quirky dress code, and highlights why socialites, captains of industry, and celebrities are drawn to this sylvan sport.

John F. Kennedy playing with children © The Stylish Life Golf, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Estate of Stanley Tretick LLC/Corbis

 

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 THE STYLISH LIFE: SKIING

The Stylish Life: Skiing is a nostalgic and glamorous journey through alpine history that features the sport’s pioneers, superstars, celebrities, and the evolution of its resorts, fashion, equipment, and more. It looks at both the technical side and cutting-edge equipment that has evolved skiing into a fiercely competitive and popular sport, as well as the cultural side and jetsetter destinations that have created this distinctively aspirational lifestyle.

L-R: Ski resort of Courchevel, Savoie, Rhone-Alpes, France © The Stylish Life – Skiing, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Neil Emmerson/Robert Harding World Imagery/Corbis. Mirja and Gunter Sachs © The Stylish Life Skiing, published by teNeues, www.teneues.com. Photo © Pierre Vauthey/Sygma/Corbis
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SOS Gift Guides: For The Runner

 

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THE GIFT OF SPORT CONTINUES WITH GREAT IDEAS FOR

THAT SPECIAL RUNNER IN YOUR LIFE!

 
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: AMPHIPOD RUNLITE XTECH 4 PLUS HYDRATION BELT $60. For the long distance runner, the Amphipod series offers ultra-light, customizable hydration with no bounce, snap-in bottles. Back pouch features roomy storage for phone, keys, nutrition and other essentials. ARC’TERYX ATOM LT HOODY $249. This trim hybrid hoody is designed as an active-use insulation layer, providing vital core warmth with mobility and breathability. Featuring Coreloft™ insulation in the torso, arms and hood; Polartec® Power Stretch® on the side panels and underarms; and a wind and moisture resistant outer shell, this jacket is a great multi-sport layering piece and ideal for that all weather runner.

GARMIN FORERUNNER 230 GPS WATCH $250. A new addition to the popular Foreunner family, besides the obvious data like distance, pace, time, laps, and heart rate, this running watch also tracks VO2 Max — while doubling as an activity tracker, logging steps, distance, calories and sleep. Vibration alert reminds you to move when you’ve been sitting too long. With a full color display, see incoming email, text messages, call alerts, calendar reminders and more from your compatible smartphone. NIKE AEROLOFT 800 RUNNING VEST $180. The packable Nike Aeroloft 800 Running Vest gives your runner an extra layer of warmth, keeping the body warm while allowing arms to move freely. 800-fill goose down delivers superior insulation with minimal weight, and laser perforations between the down baffles add breathability. The vest also features a durable, water-repellent finish with reflective details to enhance visibility.

SUGOI ZAP RUN GLOVE now $31.96. These cold weather running gloves combine the warmth and comfort of a wind resistant back with a stretch thermal palm. Functional details such as a soft and high-absorbing thumb wiping surface, touch-conductive thumb tip, slip-on wrist cuff with pull tabs, and reflective detailing, make these the gloves to give and get! SAUCONY TRIUMPH ISO 2 RUNNING SHOES $150. Already Runner’s World Editor’s Choice, the Saucony Triumph ISO 2 just got even better, now featuring EVERUN, the latest in cushioning construction and material innovation. EVERUN takes a dramatically more lively and responsive foam cushioning and brings it closer to the foot for improved impact absorption and a smoother ride. UNDER ARMOUR FLY-BY ENGINEERED COMPRESSION LEGGINGS now 109.99. For that runner who likes to make a statement on the road, these bold and graphic leggings are sure to get noticed! With an ultra-tight, second skin fit, the soft brushed matte fabric with performance mesh insets, is sweat wicking and breathable, and ergonomic flatlock side seams provide added comfort.

CENTER: TORY SPORT PERFORMANCE STRIPED TOP $110. Bump up the style quotient with this performance running top from Tory Sport. Inspired by classic athletic style, this technical piece features sportif styling details like racing stripes, arm graphics, and reflective zip chest pocket, and is engineered with Coolmax® to wick away moisture and regulate body temperature. BOSE SOUNDSPORT® IN-EAR HEADPHONES. Run with that full, balanced Bose sound. These in-ear headphones are sweat-resistant and stay comfortably and securely in place. With inline mic/remote control volume, skip tracks and take calls.

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It’s Still Black Friday… Really, It’s Black

 

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Black Friday! Prices are slashed and there are crazy bargains everywhere… just not on these items shown (except for the gloves!) We apologize for the full retail prices, but you know we love a holiday color theme, and it’s an excuse to celebrate the best in sporty Black! A Chanel surfboard, Celine sunglasses, Rapha leather bike gloves, Rossignol apres-ski boots, Koral lustrous leggings, and more favorites… nothing is more sleek, chic and totally badass than black!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: GT GRADE CARBON ULTEGRA COMPLETE ROAD BIKE $3499. One of the hot new “adventure” bikes, this sleek black beauty is built for speed on paved roads, but is just as comfortable on gravel, dirt, and even easy single track. The full carbon frame construction combined with Shimano’s Ultegra components, create a bike luxuriously at home on any surface. SPECIALIZED AIRNET MIPS $170. Clean and simple, the Airnet MIPS helmet is the ideal blend of functionality and performance for riders seeking both adventure and style. It is equipped with MIPS technology (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System), ultra-light Mindset micro-dial fit system, and 4th Dimension Cooling System with deep internal channels for enhanced ventilation.

FUSALP MURES SMOCKED JACKET $270. From luxe French ski brand Fusalp, the Mures jacket can be worn as a mid or outerlayer. This stretch jacket features smocked yokes on front and back, for a functional but chic look on both the slopes and city streets. KORAL LUSTROUS LEGGINGS $92. Put some party in your workout with these shimmery black leggings, with style to go from the gym to the club with ease. CELINE ADELE SUNGLASSES $259. Ultra chic and super sporty, these black aviator inspired shades are a must have for the holiday season! PATAGONIA BLACK HOLE DUFFEL 90L $149. Pick your size, backpack, or wheeled duffle — the Patagonia Black Hole bags are sporty favorites. Shown here in a mid size, these shiny duffles are highly durable and weather-resistant, with lots of room and multiple compartments for easy stowage and access.  CHANEL RUNWAY LIMITED EDITION SURFBOARD $12,500. Now a collectors item and available on 1st Dibs, the Chanel Runway Limited Edition Black Carbon Surfboard takes surfing haute couture in the most fashionable intersection of sport and style.

CENTER: RAPHA WOMENS LEATHER TOWN GLOVES $245 now $171.50. These elegant cycling gloves are cut from African hair sheep leather, with marksman-grade palm padding, a merino silk lining, and a cuff zip — ultra stylish both on the bike and off. ROSSIGNOL CHAMONIX SHINY BLACK APRES-SKI BOOTS $475. Elegance and performance are combined in the classic Sport Chic collection of après-ski boots that pays homage to Rossignol’s venerable ski heritage. The Chamonix features a fiberglass and rubber outsole, inspired by ski edges, offering great stability and traction on ice and snow.. The Chamonix features a fiberglass and rubber outsole, inspired by ski edges, offering great stability and traction on ice and snow. Waterproof leather lining and Wintherm® insulation insure feet stay warm and dry all winter long.

 

SOS Gifts For The Mini Sport

 

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We like to call them “lil’ SOS”, and here are some perfect last minute gifts for those sporty little ones, hand picked by a few of our favorite minis: your editor’s niece, ELLIE DIAMOND, 11 years old, and a competitive gymnast for NYC Elite; SOPHIA OSHRIN, almost 9 years old, all around athlete, currently an angel in The Nutcracker, and daughter of Michelle Smith, Founder and Designer of Milly; and Maya Henkin, 11 years old, equestrian, mini yogi, and daughter of big yogi, the righteous Halle Becker.

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: RAZOR HOVERTRAX SMART SCOOTER $599. The hottest gift this year is the self-balancing scooter and it’s on top of both Ellie and Maya’s list! There have been some safety issues reported lately with models from unregulated manufacturers, so we’re going with one from a trusted brand we all know, Razor. POLOROID CUBE ACTION HD CAMERA $99. This colorful cube may look like a toy camera but it takes crisp 1080P HD video and 6 megapixel stills. Splash-resistant and shockproof means it’s kid proof too. MILLY MINIS CUPCAKE TEE $65. Like mother like daughter, Pippy (Sophia) picks her mama’s tee. Just like the adult tees and tanks, the Mini Millys feature fun sayings, and while these ones are made for kids, we’d like “Cupcakes for Breakfast” too!

TUBBS SNOWGLOW SNOWSHOES $49.95. Your kids will love snowdays even more with these fun snowshoes featuring LED lights that flash with every step. ZARA TEREZ LIGHTBEAM LEGGINGS $52. Girls go crazy for leggings and Maya thinks this cosmic Lightbeam print from Zara Terez is out of this world! RALPH LAUREN DIAMOND-STITCHED PULLOVER $55. This bright quilted sweatshirt looks great with jeans, leggings or anything on this page! BUREO MINNOW COMPLETE CRUISER SKATEBOARD $149. Help your kids help the planet by cruising on the Minnow. Like all Bureo products, it’s made from recycled fishing nets, a major contributor of ocean pollution.

HERSCHEL SUPPLY HERITAGE KIDS BACKPACK $39. Ellie loves this color popping pint size backpack. It has plenty of room to stash her stuff, and looks awesome hanging on her back too! O’NEILL KIDS EPIC 3/2 WETSUIT $134.95. Your kids will stay warm and look cool surfing or just making waves. NIKE ALLIANCE GRAPHIC REVERSIBLE VEST $100. Pippy suggested a bright puffy vest and we found this reversible one from Nike — polka dot on one side and colorful camo on the other.

 

The Homebody

 

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For those who prefer the comfort of home to the gym, or are looking to supplement their workouts with a few extra moves, we’ve got the fitness gear and apparel for you! Workout or chill out in activewear that’s got that relaxed all day style. And while the sleek dumbbells, beautiful WaterRower, and vintage leather jump rope add a nice decorative touch, this equipment is ready get you off the couch and into shape fast!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: PERFECT AB CARVER PRO $39.99. Get long and lean, flat abs fast with the Perfect Ab Carver Pro. Its kinetic engine provides resistance as you roll out and assistance as you roll in. Ultra-wide wheel and performance grips offer stability throughout the strength building core moves, and arms get a great workout too! STACEY G + MILLY TANK TOP $80CAN YOU NOT? Yes you can in one of these 12 limited edition collaborative tanks and tees from designer Milly and favorite Soul Cycle instructor Stacey Griffith! FITBIT SURGE GPS WATCH + HEART RATE MONITOR $249.95From industry leader Fitbit, the sleek and playful Surge smart watch has got you covered day and night. Built-in GPS tracking and multi-sport functionality monitors all your activity, heart rate, and sleep — as well as tunes, texts and calls. Switch to minimal analog face when the time is all you need. KIT AND ACE QUINCY CARDIGAN $258. From workout to chillout, this luxe and sporty Technical Cashmere™ cardigan can handle a bit of sweat. It’s machine washable with added stretch and designed to be a sophisticated performance cover up. J.CREW WEEKEND SKINNY SWEATPANTS now $65. Before the gym, after the gym — these skinny two tone cotton sweats have a relaxed sporty style that looks great all day.

S’WELL WATER BOTTLE WOOD COLLECTION $45. This wood printed double-walled stainless steel water bottle keeps cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot drinks hot for up to 12. Presented in partnership with American Forests, the oldest national nonprofit conservation in the US, for every Wood Collection bottle sold a tree will be planted. SHINOLA LEATHER JUMP ROPE $115. A re-release of a Shinola classic, this old-school leather jump rope features weighted wooden handles with ball bearings for smooth turning motion, ease and speed while working out. LOLE I GLOW YOGA MAT $39. This PVC and chloride-free cheerful yellow yoga mat will brighten up all your warriors, upward and downward facing dogs. Roll it or fold it to take it to go, its adhesive surface grips the floor to keep you grounded through all your poses, and feels great on feet and hands. HYPERICE VYPER VIBRATING FOAM ROLLER $199.95. Amp up your foam rolling with the HyperIce Vyper, the first high intensity vibrating fitness roller. With 3 speeds of vibration, this foam roller delivers high frequency oscillations that force muscles to rapidly contract and relax, allowing the therapeutic benefits to permeate deeper. Read More

 

Burton x Playboy

 
BURTON X PLAYBOY SNOWBOARD COLLECTION:
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For all you naughty boys and girls, Santa has something good for you. Under the header of what to get the person who has everything, especially if they’re snowboarders, Playboy Enterprises, Inc. and Burton today announced the latest Burton x Playboy snowboard collection, featuring vintage Playboy centerfolds and artwork by acclaimed tattoo artist, Chris Nunez. Now available worldwide in stores and on Burton.com, the collection includes three of Burton’s critically acclaimed Process snowboards designed with three special Playboy centerfolds from the 70’s and 80’s.

These Playboy Playmates are strategically covered with artwork by Chris Nunez, Ink ambassador and American tattoo artist, who has appeared as a judge on all seven seasons of the hit Spike TV show, “Ink Master”, and is a featured artist on TLC’s “Miami Ink.” He is also the owner of Handcrafted Tattoo And Art Gallery in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Happy on the groomers, in the park and powder, the all-terrain Burton x Playboy Process boards are made to perform while they entertain. Said Matt Nordby, Playboy Enterprises’ President of Global Licensing, “Playboy’s fun and creative attitude has been a natural fit with snowboard enthusiasts and Burton fans for years. We’re excited to continue our long-standing relationship with Burton and open up our archives for the new line of Burton x Playboy snowboards.”

As part of Burton’s Winter 2016 collection, the Burton x Playboy line of Process snowboards are available for $479. Bring a Playmate home today because these girls are guaranteed to become collectors’ items!

 

SOS Gift Guides: For The Cyclist

 

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Wondering what to get that special cyclist in your life? Here are some great gift ideas for both men and women. It’s the coveted cycling gear and apparel for the 2015 Holiday Season!

ROW 1: TREK MADONE 9 SERIES PROJECT ONE $6499. Fully customizable in a variety of hot color combos, this sleek set of wheels is an aerodynamic speed machine and the ultimate gift for that cyclist ready to break away from the pack! POC AVIP WO SPRING JACKET $250. Featuring that ultra cool POC signature style, this cycling jacket offers ideal protection against the elements with freedom of movement. Available in both mens and womens styles, it features a windproof front, made from bonded 4-way stretch fabric, and is highly breathable and water repellent. Reflective logo on back and arm, plus orange wrist cuffs, add improved visibility and extra styling details.

ROW 2: RAPHA WOMEN’S BREVET GILET $120. This cute striped cycling vest is as functional as it is stylish. Windproof and made for riding in low-light conditions, the stripes are reflective for extra visibility. SPECIALIZED S-WORKS 6 ROAD BIKE SHOES $400. What puts the S-Works 6 on every cyclist’s wish list is simply explosive speed and superior comfort. It’s a  direct result of great fit and better connection with the pedal, for more efficiency and power. With the new PadLock heel, a super strong and lightweight upper, and the legendary adjustability of the dual-Boa® closure system, this shoe is guaranteed to make your special cyclist a very happy rider! Available for men and women. OAKLEY JAWBREAKER $210. Fully customizable — lens, top and bottom frame, side detailing, and more — the Jawbreaker is a cyclist favorite, offering extended field of vision; earsocks and nosepads to keep glasses securely in place; and patented High Definition Optics® for superior optical clarity and razor-sharp vision at every angle. CASTELLI ILLUMINA GLOVES $59.95. A perfect in-between glove, the Castelli Illumina are ideal for those cooler days where half-finger gloves aren’t enough, but insulated ones are too much. With a women’s specific fit, the palms are lightly padded and the first two digits are silicone treated for better grip. Also available in black and lime.

ROW 3: GIRO AIR ATTACK SHIELD HELMET $249  now on sale $143.97 (different colors than shown above). The super stylish Giro Air Attack Shield features a magnetically-fastened Zeiss™ eye shield, easy to flip up and down, that provides wrap-around eye protection with exceptional optical clarity. With superior aerodynamic efficiency, enhanced airflow, and precision fit, this is an aero helmet versatile enough for all your training and race days. BROOKS ENGLAND MT21 CYCLING MULTI-TOOL $70. From the bespoke heritage cycling brand, Brooks England, comes a most practical tool, accommodating every rider’s essential needs in one elegant package. Complete with a handsome brown leather casing, it makes a lovely and very useful gift. POLAR V650 CYCLING COMPUTER $249.95. For the devoted cyclist who wants to analyze every aspect of their riding and boost performance, the Polar V650 makes a great gift. It features integrated GPS with long usage time that tracks speed, distance, and route tracking, and syncs wireless with phone or computer via Bluetooth. 2.8-in. color touch screen can be customized to display cyclist’s preferred data.

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UNICEF Kid Power!

 

 

UNICEF is the original kids-helping-kids organization. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who didn’t “Trick or Treat for UNICEF” as a kid, which was likely their first experience with charitable fundraising. Now in a new initiative, utilizing that same altruistic spirit, The U.S. Fund for UNICEF is launching UNICEF Kid Power, a program where under-active kids are incentivized to be more active by helping feed malnourished children — and it all happens with use of a fitness band.

Wearable technology has gotten charitable. The Kid Power Band is the world’s first “wearable-for-good™” Fitness band. Target, as the exclusive retailer, has teamed up with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF to help bring UNICEF Kid Power to households and students across the country.

Caryl Stern, President & CEO of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF, told Style Of Sport, “There are 2 reports… 1 in 4 American kids are underactive, and 1 in 4 kids around the world are malnourished to the point of starvation. You sit in your office and think, ‘How can it be that 1 in 4 kids is wasting what 1 in 4 kids is dying from. How do we marry that?’ Thus Kid Power was born.”

Here’s how it works: Kids wear the UNICEF Kid Power Band, a child-friendly fitness band they can use with the free Kid Power companion app. They go on missions through the app, learn about new cultures and earn points for completing activities and challenges. These points unlock therapeutic food packets that UNICEF delivers to severely malnourished children around the world. The more kids move, the more points they earn, and the more lives they save. Guests will be able to follow along on the UNICEF Kid Power website to track the total points earned, therapeutic food packets donated and impact made by kids all over the U.S.

The program already has a No. 1 fan: pop superstar P!nk (above) is the UNICEF Kid Power spokesperson. “Healthy living and positivity are at the center of my life,” she says. “With UNICEF Kid Power, kids and families can move and have fun, all while saving the lives of children around the world.”
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Cozy Winter Weekend

 

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With wintry weekends in the forecast and snowy holiday getaways soon to come, it’s all about that classic apres-ski look. Chunky knits, nordic patterns, and snowflaked accessories have that cozy cabin vibe, and are ruggedly stylish both indoors and out. All these pieces make great holiday gifts too!

ROW 1: CHLOÉ SNOW CAPSULE INTARSIA CASHMERE TURTLENECK SWEATER $1035. Chloé’s capsule ski collection is a throwback to the French Alps in the ’70s. This sumptuous turtleneck sweater is knitted from soft cream cashmere with a graphic navy and red intarsia. WOOLRICH CHALET SOCK $69.95. Snuggle up by the fire in these cozy nordic slipper socks. Textured rubber sole lets you run outside to grab more logs and top ties keep them perfectly in place. GUCCI INTARSIA WOOL BLEND SCARF $520. This geometric black and burgundy intarsia scarf is knitted with a chic textured contrast of soft wool and fuzzy mohair. Wear it in the lodge or city streets!

ROW 2: SKILOGIC HOWITZER SKIS $849. Skilogik skis are such works of art that even those who don’t ski might want to own a pair. Two halves make a whole, and each ski completes the design of the pair, but don’t be fooled, they are made to perform as well. The Howitzer, shown above, is an all mountain ski ready to charge the backcountry and bomb through anything ungroomed. Made with double layers of carbon fiber in a hardwood core, it’s light but stiff, with the control to go full throttle anywhere on the mountain. Skilogik is the leader in the use of sustainable materials, and at least 95% of the wood used in making each pair of skis is sustainably harvested. For every pair sold, Skilogik makes a donation to plant a tree in a reclaimed forest that is being set aside for permanent protection. Click and check out the full line of Skilogic!

ROW 3: PERFECT MOMENT CHRISTY JACKET $441. Perfect Moment’s Christy quilted-down jacket is playfully decorated with a scenic mountain print, and features a detachable hood trimmed with faux-fur. The sleeves are detachable too, transforming it into a vest for that layered look. SWEATY BETTY SEAMLESS SNOWFLAKE LEGGINGS $105. These festive winter base layer leggings are seamlessly constructed with a seasonal jacquard print. Sweat wicking thermal fabric keeps you warm and dry, while a deep ribbed waistband and ankle cuffs add a little fashion flair. SMARTWOOL FLAKE ISLE HAT $42. With a pom, earflaps and chevron pattern, this cute and cozy lid has a warm, heavy knit construction made to keep the heat in and the snow out.

ROW 4: BURTON CORA MITT $29.95. Toting skis, luggage, or groceries from the car to the cabin, keep your hands warm and toasty in these shaggy fleece mittens. PAJAR CANADA GAETANA BOOTS $170. You’ll be dreaming of snow days in these rugged mocassin styled boots! With a leather and suede upper, retro lace-up and tough rubber soles, these dogs are ready to go outside and play.

 

Ian Ruhter: Images of the American West

 
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Now on view at the Danziger Gallery in New York City are the photographs of Ian Ruhter, extraordinary large scale images of the American West. Ruhter’s photographs are a tribute to the great 19th century American landscape photographers, created as tintypes, a method of printing popular in the late 1800’s where the photograph is developed directly onto a thin sheet of metal. Ruhter’s images, at 48 x 60” however, are on a scale inconceivable in their time.

Five years ago, Ruhter began to experiment with the tintype process, which involves pouring a liquid mixture of iodides, bromides, and a solution called collodion over a glass or aluminum plate. The plate is then bathed in silver nitrate, making it light sensitive. It must be quickly exposed and developed in just a few minutes, before the collodion dries and loses sensitivity.

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Traditionally tintypes are very small, but Ruhter, obsessed with exploring the process, has pushed its boundaries. To create the size of tintypes he envisioned, Ruhter converted a delivery van into a giant mobile camera and traveling darkroom. The process is laborious and extremely unpredictable, however, the one-of-a-kind images that result are both ethereal and incredibly detailed, with rich layers of silver that create an almost three dimensional effect. Because the process is produced and controlled entirely by hand, each plate is inherently unique, with the chemicals’ process leaving irregular and ghostly shadows, halos, and ripples in each plate. Read More

 

Luscious Lips

 

 

It is that time of year when dropping temperatures and whipping winds begin to take their toll on exposed body parts. The lips are usually the first to go, but there are a wide variety of lip balms and conditioners available to help provide protection and relief. Gone are the days of waxy chapsticks, when there was only one option available, made famous by Olympic skier Suzy Chaffee, who went on to be known as “Suzy Chapstick”. Great smelling and delicious tasting in an array of assorted flavors, made with natural ingredients like shea and cocoa butter, almond, grapeseed and avocado oil, these lip balms go on smooth to coat lips in hydration, seal in moisture and defend against the elements. So weather you prefer a stick or tube, the 10 lip balms featured here will help keep your kisser soft and smooth all winter long.

ROW 1: LABELLO CLASSIC CARE. A European favorite enriched with Jojoba Oil and Shea Butter; CLINIQUE SUPERBALM LIP TREATMENT. Deeply hydrating lip treatment helps repair dry, distressed lips and replenish moisture loss; THE BODY SHOP COCOA BUTTER LIP CARE STICK. Made with real cocoa butter that tastes and smells sugar sweet, and leaves lips looking luscious; SMITH ROSEBUD SALVE. A popular favorite since 1892! If you love it in the little tin, you’ll love it in the tube; KISS MY FACE LIP BALM.Available in lots of fruity flavors, soothes and protects lips naturally with shea butter, beeswax, vitamins and natural oils.

ROW 2: MAC LIP CONDITIONER. An emollient balm that conditions lips and locks in moisture with shea butter, avocado extract, almond and wheat germ oil, and vitamins A and E; LAURA MERCIER HYDRATINT. A vitamin-rich hydrating lip protectant, fortified with SPF 15 protection and an added hint of sheer natural color. C.O. BIGELOW LEMON LIP CREAM. A super-emollient formula that drenches lips with delicious lemon hydration; NIVEA KISS OF SMOOTHNESS. Hydrating Lip Care with SPF 10, enriched with natural Shea Butter and Aloe, helps provide long lasting moisture and protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays; KIEHLS LIP BALM #1. A longtime favorite, formulated with soothing emollients, SPF4, and now available in lots of tasty flavors like, Pear, Cranberry, Coconut and more!

 

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SUZY CHAFFEE AKA “SUZY CHAPSTICK”

Photo by Hank De Vre

 
 

Another Cup of Coffee? Research Says Yes!

 

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For years coffee drinkers have been told that their love of the buzz was bad for their health. Studies in the 1970s and 80s showed that the ingredients in coffee were tied to increased risk of cancer and heart disease. It is time now to rejoice! In recent years, researchers around the globe have learned that coffee may not be so bad for you after all, and in fact there are quite a few health benefits in that cup o’ joe. Coffee is…

1. A MOOD BOOSTER
We all know that coffee makes you feel more alert and energetic, but researchers report that those who consume 4 cups a day were 20% less likely to be clinically depressed than those having just one cup. Caffeine stimulates the brain’s release of dopamine for mood and anxiety regulation.

2. A HEART NOURISHER
Several studies have found that coffee fanatics drinking 3-5 cups a day have the lowest risk for cardiovascular disease. Please take note this means plain black coffee. Hold the milk and sugar!

3. A METABOLISM SUPPORTER
Caffeine has been linked with weight loss and prevention of weight gain because it can suppress appetite and stimulate calorie burning.

4. A NATURAL LAXATIVE
If you’re feeling backed up, coffee may be able to help. Many ingredients, namely chlorogenic acid, stimulate the distal colon which helps to quickly rid waste from the body.

5. A CANCER FIGHTER
In early 2015, three studies were published that found coffee to reduce risk of skin, endometrial and liver cancer. The National Cancer Institute published a study showing that people who drank four cups of caffeinated coffee a day had a 20 percent lower risk of melanoma than non-coffee drinkers. An AACR journal found that women who drink four cups a day have a reduced risk of endometrial cancer. U.K. researchers released an analysis of 34 studies conducted around the world and concluded that coffee consumption—even just one cup a day—reduces the risk of liver cancer.
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Sneaky Little Boots

 

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Sneaker?…Boot? You decide! Your favorite kicks have gotten winterized. Shearling, fleece or wool lined, stay warm and sporty all season long in these little sneaker boots.

LEFT COLUMN: CELINE SKATE ZIPPED SHEARLING BOOTIE $980. Available in camel and black with signature metal ring zip pull, these sneaker booties are as chic as they are sporty. GOLDEN GOOSE DISTRESSED FRANCY SNEAKERS $535. French terry lined to keep feet cozy, these Golden Goose sneakers feature signature metallic silver distressed leather star appliqué and exposed zipper at side. VANS MID SLIP SF CHUKKA $70. If the Celines are a tad out of your price range, these shearling lined suede high top Vans are a pretty cute alternative! SAINT LAURENT FAUX SHEARLING LEATHER HIGH TOP SNEAKERS $795. Fashionable yet functional, Saint Laurent’s black and silver leather high-top sneakers are lined in cozy faux shearling, finished with a durable shell and bouncy rubber sole.

RIGHT COLUMN: NIKE DUNK SKY HI SNEAKERBOOT $180. Water repellent and terrain grabbing, the Nike Sky Hi Women’s SneakerBoot elevates the style of this iconic 80s shoe with a wedge heel and added protection from winter’s elements. MM6 MAISON MARGIELA CHELSEA SNEAKERS $540. These smooth leather Chelsea inspired sneakers feature jersey gore insets and a heathered cotton sock sewn into the ankle. It’s a cool look perfect for when temps starts dropping. PRADA SUEDE HIGH TOP SKATE SNEAKER $660. There’s no lining on these crisp and clean black Prada high tops, but worn with a wooly sock these ankle high suede sneakers can handle chilly temps with style. COMMON PROJECTS TOURNAMENT SUEDE HIGH TOP SNEAKERS $395. Retro with classic style, these suede high tops are beautifully crafted in Italy and finished with a durable rubber sole for a great look all season long.

 

Girl, 17, Cycles Across U.S. in 3 Weeks

 
RUTH ORKIN IN 1947; THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT PHOTOGRAPHED BY ORKIN IN 1939

 

In 1939, a 17-year old girl living in California decided to embark on a monumental bike trip across the country. The World’s Fair in New York City was her destination. That girl was award winning photojournalist and filmmaker Ruth Orkin (1921-1985).

Orkin grew up in Hollywood in the 1920s and 1930s, and at the age of 10, received her first camera, a 39¢ Univex. She began by photographing her friends and teachers at school. Obsessed with traveling after three cross country train trips with her family, she took a job as a teenager at a travel agency in 1937. When a pamphlet for American Youth Hostels arrived in the mail one day at work, offering cheap lodging and cooking facilities for travelers journeying by foot or bicycle, the call for adventure was too great to resist.
 

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PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN BY ORKIN AND PAGE FROM THE SCRAPBOOK SHE MADE DOCUMENTING THE 1939 BIKE TRIP. ALL CAPTIONS HANDWRITTEN BY ORKIN

 
At 16, Orkin took her first Youth Hostel trip to San Francisco, and the following year somehow convinced her parents to let her bicycle across the country. Multiple newspapers carried the story of this 17-year old on a cross country tour of U.S. Youth Hostels. While she had actually hitchhiked from LA to Chicago, and then Chicago to New York – equally adventurous and kind of crazy — Orkin later wrote in her book, A Photo Journal, published in 1981, “The bicycling was done while I was sightseeing in each city: Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, and Boston. I also biked the smaller distances between the four eastern cities and while hosteling through four New England states. All in all I biked a total of 2000 miles during those four months!”
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All Hallowed Orange

 

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Halloween may be behind us, but it’s still time to celebrate our favorite sporty color… ORANGE! From snow boots to snowboards, watches to sunglasses, backpacks, ski gloves, sweaters and more, orange is popping up on all sorts of fun stuff ready to put a little play in your day!

ROW 1: SOREL WOMEN’S 1964 PAC™ GRAPHIC 15 BOOT $140. A classic Sorel silhouette, updated with a new chevron-inspired pattern, this versatile snowboot is warm, waterproof and features a removable liner. TECHNE 245 MERLIN QUARTZ WATCH $120. Manufactured to Swiss standards with the highest grade materials, Techne military-inspired pilot watches are distinguished by their legibility, accuracy, and durabilty under extreme conditions. We love the vintage style, and of course, the bright orange nylon band! MARMOT INNSBRUCK JACKET $425. Stay warm and dry on the slopes in this two-layer insulated Gore-Tex jacket. It’s got a breathable lining with a soft brushed interior, and the helmet-compatible hood is removable.

ROW 2: ANYA HINDMARCH EBURY MAXI TOTE $1550. Anya Hindmarch’s signature leather tote is your cheerful everyday companion. Handcrafted in Italy, it fuses a soft but durable leather with a stone suede backing for a lightweight feel, and features her playful perforated “Slow Down” slogan. BURTON FISH SNOWBOARD $629. This short and floaty pow board has revolutionized performance with it’s surf-influenced design. Double swallow-tail shape enhances acceleration and cornering control, while the reduced rear sidecut lets the tail sink more naturally for smoother flow from edge to edge. And did we mention the crazy graphics!

ROW 3: VUARNET CAT EYE SUNGLASSES $205. The iconic Vuarnet Cat Eye has gotten a colorful makeover, featuring a matte red frame with reflective orange “flash” mineral glass lenses, treated with a hydrophobic (water) and oleophobic (grease) coating to keep vision crystal clear. SLATER ZORN PATCH CARDIGAN $475. You can’t beat this classic 100% cashmere, 2-ply, button down cardigan with contrasting elbow patches — especially in this burnt orange and gray combo!

ROW 4: HESTRA LEATHER FALL LINE GLOVES $150. Offering the warmth of a mitten with the dexterity of a glove, these toasty 3 fingered hand warmers are the perfect solution for those seeking both! Neoprene cuff with velcro closure keeps moisture out and gloves secure. JANSPORT HIGH STAKES BACKPACK $40. This compact backpack featuring the classic Laguna Beach sunset features padded shoulder straps with adjustable fit, a large main compartment for your daily essentials, and front utility pocket for your little extras. GIRO SONNET HELMET $89.95. Designed for the rider who wants style, comfort, and protection, the Giro Women’s Sonnet Helmet has a low-profile design that features excellent ventilation and sleek styling. The Roc Loc 5 fit system lets you dial in both tension and vertical positioning with a single hand, using a micro-adjusting dial for optimal fit and protection.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

 

Luxe Fitness Boutique Bandier Is Pumped For More

 

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This story originally appeared on one of our favorite websites, WELL+GOOD, the go-to-guide for all things health, fitness, and wellness!

Apparently, the supply of $145 mesh panel leggings and $75 floral sports bralettes has no end in sight. BANDIER, the fitness fashion boutique that stocks a wide array of luxe workout brands with locations in Southampton and Manhattan, plus a large e-commerce site, just announced three new stores in Manhasset, Dallas, and New York City’s Fifth Avenue.

“There’s definitely a huge demand for activewear in all of these places,” says founder Jennifer Bandier, who turned her passion for fitness (and role as a former music exec for bands like TLC) into a multi-brand activewear concept, where brands like Stella McCartney and K. Deer mingle on racks with Michi and Prismsport. “People are coming in and don’t want to wear one brand from head-to-toe, just like normal apparel. They like that they can come in to our store and mix-and-match curated fitness fashion pieces,” she says.

On October 21, Bandier’s Manhasset store will join Louis Vuitton and Chanel at The Americana Manhasset, which will cater to women on Long Island and its growing boutique fitness scene. The Dallas store, opening on November 6, will also open in luxury retail shopping center, Highland Park Village, making it the first Bandier boutique outside of New York. Something founder Bandier hints could be replicated again in 2016.
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Getting Graphic

 

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PUT SOME POP AND POW INTO YOUR WORKOUTS WITH THESE BOLD STRIPES, POLKA DOTS, COLOR BLOCKS AND BRIGHT PATTERNS. AMIDST THE PLETHORA OF FITNESS FASHIONS, THESE GRAPHIC STYLES STAND OUT FROM THE PACK!

 
LEFT COLUMN: VFILES SPORT PLUS ILLUSTRATED PEOPLE X VFSP WARM UP JACKET $135. To and from the gym, or just running around, this bright orange and white warm-up jacket has great all day sporty style. VIMMIA ADAGIO LEGGING $124. Mesh paneled and color blocked, these graphic gray and black leggings have a little bit of show through for some playful fun; MONREAL LONDON STRIPED NEON-TRIMMED LEATHER HOLDALL $755. This chic and sporty striped leather duffle is equipped with patent-trimmed zipped pockets and a roomy interior to tote all your gym and daily essentials.

CENTER COLUMN: OLYMPIA BRONTE BRA $70. This sports bra features over-the-shoulder straps and double layer fabric for seamless comfort and style so cool it need not be worn to the gym only. ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY STRETCH RUNNING TOP $140This printed stretch top is designed with innovative Climalite® technology that regulates temperature and wicks sweat away. Mesh sleeves provide optimum breathability. Matching leggings are available too. TORY SPORT MESH BACK BRA $65. Your favorite Tory Burch prints get put in play with this mesh back performance sports bra that keeps you stylishly supported.

RIGHT COLUMN: ADIDAS ORIGINALS + PHARRELL WILLIAMS DEAR BAES POLKA DOT MESH TANK $70. This adidas Originals polka dot tank has been created in collaboration with Pharrell Williams and his “Baes” supporting dancers. Cut from breathable mesh, the loose jersey style is inspired by classic basketball tops. NIKE PRO WARM MEZZO WAISTBAND WOMEN’S TRAINING TIGHTS $60. Stay warm and comfy training in the cold with these ultra-soft Dri-FIT jersey leggings. Flat seams and brushed interior provide a cozy feel, and elastic waistband provide a smooth, flattering fit. ADIDAS SLINGSHOT TRAIL RUNNING SHOES $60. With a strong, grippy outsole inspired by mountain bike tires and a super durable woven mesh upper, your fun runs just got serious. These trail running shoes also make great to and from gym wear in wet and wintry conditions.

 

New York City Marathon: The Great Race

 
“THE NEW YORK CITY MARATHON: THE GREAT RACE” AT THE MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK

 
Now on view at The Museum of the City of New York is “The New York City Marathon: The Great Race”, the first ever exhibition to chart and celebrate the history of this epic race. From its humble beginnings in 1970, when a mere 127 participants ran 4 laps around Central Park, to its current 50,000 plus participants on a 26.2 mile course that winds through the five boroughs of New York City, the marathon is one of the city’s annual highlights for both runners and spectators alike. More than one million people line the streets to cheer these runners on, and are an integral part of the tapestry that makes this event so special.

“The Great Race” brings the marathon to life, telling its fascinating history as both a test of athletic endurance and inspiring example of civic pride and community spirit. An illustrated timeline documents its history along one wall, while at the heart of the exhibition are works by both amateur and professional photographers who responded to the Museum’s open call for images. From several thousand entries, a jury selected 120 photographs of the many sights seen along the 26.2 mile course, captured on devices ranging from cell phones to state of the art digital cameras. The show also features historic video footage of famous finishes, along with lifesize cutouts and profiles of key figures like Grete Waitz, Fred Lebow, and Bill Rogers, perfect for posing with for selfies!
 
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CALL FOR ENTRIES: A SELECTION OF IMAGES FROM THE EXHIBITION

 
On a personal note, I am proud to say the exhibition is dedicated to my father, James A. Lebenthal, a long time trustee of The Museum of the City of New York and lifelong New Yorker, who was as passionate about the marathon as the city it celebrates. Though he never ran it himself, all three of his kids have mutiple times. For this runner’s view of last year’s race check out the 26.2 Miles of the New York City Marathon. My father passed away about a year ago, and initial funding of the exhibition was made possible by the many donations given to the Museum in his memory.

“The New York City Marathon: The Great Race” opened on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, just prior to the running of the 45th marathon on Sunday, November 1, and will be on view through March 8, 2016. The exhibition is being co-presented with New York Road Runners, the organizers of the TCS New York City Marathon, and the world’s premier community running organization.

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 VIEW FROM ABOVE START OF THE FIRST NEW YORK CITY MARATHON IN 1970 ©1983 RUTH ORKIN

 

 

Pucci Gets Decked Out

 
EMILIO PUCCI STREET AND CRUISER SKATEBOARDS

 
Sport and fashion have collided in a kaleidoscopic collection of Emilio Pucci skateboards, decked out with seven unmistakeably distinctive prints. The Italian fashion house challenged Swiss art and design students at University of ECAL in Lausanne to rethink Pucci’s classic aesthetics, and these vibrant skateboards are the result. Called “Dolce Vita”, this limited edition series features a playful mix of colors and patterns like ice cream cones, pasta shapes, high heels, diamonds, and other symbols of Italian culture.

There are two styles of skateboards, available in seven patterns and accented by colorful wheels. The Street model is a pro style skateboard designed for street and skate park tricks, and the Cruiser, with larger softer wheels, is for everyday recreational riding. All the Pucci boards are crafted with hand-selected hardwood and printed for optimum photo quality, scratch resistance, and durability.

Pucci teamed up with Nowness and director Edward Housden to create a short film, “Rolling with Emilio Pucci” which debuts the skateboard series. The five-minute film features model Martha-Rose Redding, sporting a silk crèpe di chine dress from the 2016 Pilot Resort Collection. She rides the Cruiser Shape as two boys rival her on the Street Shape. Without saying a word, the film articulates the chic and versatile style of the Pucci boards.

The boards are available for €370 (or roughly $420) exclusively at emiliopucci.com while quantities last. Designed for both skaters and fashionistas alike, better get on board fast before they all skate away!

-Kristen Leen
 

Pret-a-Sporter: Spring 2016

 
SPRING 2016 READY-TO-WEAR COLLECTIONS

MARC JACOBS ~ DSQUARED2 ~ BOTTEGA VENETA ~ STELLA MCCARTNEY

 
Spring 2016 has sprung on the fashion runways, and it’s time for our semi-annual “Pret-a-Sporter” review of the sportiest looks from the ready-to-wear collections! In the fashion capitals of New York, London, Milan and Paris, designers found their inspiration once again in the gymnasiums, playing fields and great outdoors — taking athletic style and reinterpreting it with their own distinctive fashion flair.

WE NOW PRESENT THE SPORTY HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SPRING 2016 COLLECTIONS!

 

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MARC JACOBS ~ OLYMPIA LE-TAN ~ MOSCHINO ~ RAG & BONE

 
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Being Evel

 
EVEL KNIEVEL IN THE SKYCYCLE X-2 FROM “BEING EVEL”

 
Long before the “X-Games”, and action sports superstars like skateboarder Tony Hawk and snowboarder Shaun White were household names, there was “Evel” Knievel – a larger than life daredevil who captivated America with his motorcycle feats in the 1970’s. His jumps over multiple line-ups of cars, vans, and buses were infamous, and television rating bonanzas in an era when there were only three stations to watch. In a new documentary released earlier this year, “Being Evel”, we get an entertaining and inside look at the life and times the original “extreme athlete”. Says one of the film’s producers and narrator, Johnny Knoxville, of MTV’s “Jackass” fame, “I didn’t think of him as a daredevil, I thought of him as a superhero.”

The film traces the career of Robert Craig “Evel” Knievel from an insurance salesman some describe as a hustler, to a mega sports entertainer, with action packed archival footage and interviews with family members and those who worked with him along the way. In the era of ABC Wide World of Sports, America was glued to their TV sets each time he jumped, and out of the 10 most watched episodes of the show, Knievel’s jumps are 7 of the most popular. While most motorcycle riders wore black, his red, white, and blue star spangled leather suit and cape made him an American hero.
 
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CAESARS PALACE JUMP AND CRASH

 
Knievel was legendary as much for his bone breaking crashes as his successful landings, and it was the footage of him crashing after his notorious jump over the fountains at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas in 1967, his body bouncing and flip-flopping for 60 yards, that made him most famous. He became national news that day, and lucrative sponsorship and licensing deals followed in an era before that was how athletes got rich. Says Knievel in the film, “Nobody wants to see me die, but they don’t want to miss it if I do.”

Knievel is descibed as insatiable, constantly seeking bigger jumps, more money, and despite being married with a family, more women. The film follows the arc of his career that like his jumps, most notably the Snake River Canyon, went up and came down. The build up to what was truly a crazy stunt was impossible to ignore. Billed as the “death defying stunt of the century”, it was watched by more 2 million people on Pay-Per-View and closed circuit television, but seemed destined to fail from the start. The Skycycle X-2, a steam rocket motorcycle descibed by some a tin can, was to launch Knievel over the mile wide canyon with G Forces of 350 mph, yet Knievel had no training, no parachute experience, and on two test runs the Skycycle crashed into the river. Says Geraldo Rivera, who interviewed him before the jump, “It was the kind of stunt where you would see a guy kill himself. It was so audacious. It was so daring. It was so almost impossible in many ways but for his confidence”.
 
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Rigged with a parachute that deployed early on the takeoff, the jump fizzled and Skycycle dropped slowly into river. Knievel emerged unhurt, but so began his descent both literally and figuratively. He had become belligerent towards the media, who tore him up and it was widely questioned whether this was really a mechanical failure or the “Great Rip-Off of 1974”. He would continue to jump however, taking his act to London’s Wembley Stadium, and finally retiring after his longest jump of 14 Greyhound buses at Kings Island theme park in Ohio in 1975. But it was his maddest act of beating his former press secretary with a baseball bat, after the book he had authorized him to write was published, that brought about his ultimate decline. Sentenced to three years’ probation and six months in county jail, while publicly flaunting his brief incarceration, all sponsorship deals were revoked – cars, houses, money gone. Knievel was eventually forced to declare bankruptcy.

Evel Knievel died in 2007, and despite his ending is still considered an American icon.  For those of us who grew up in the 70’s and remember these televised jumps well, “Being Evel” is a fun look back and interesting view of how the phenomenon that was Evel Knievel all got started. Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, “Being Evel” is now available on Amazon Video.

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L.A.M.B. x Burton

 
L.A.M.B. x BURTON COLLECTION

 

Gwen Stefani has brought her L.A.M.B designs to Burton once again for snow season 2016. The second L.A.M.B. x Burton collection is now available in stores and online, and features a mix of unmistakably Gwen Stefani outerwear and layering pieces, along with the new addition of snowboard boots, goggles, luggage and a helmet. It’s a clashing mix of crazy patterns that all works together, brought to you by this music and fashion icon known for her wild style. “This new L.A.M.B. x Burton collection is literally the coolest winter wardrobe I’ve ever seen!” says Stefani. This season has a punk rock vibe that feels very modern and fresh. We let our imagination run wild and expanded the collection into a full winter dream closet! I cannot wait to rock it this winter!”

Signature pieces include the L.A.M.B. Riff parka that blends army green, Photo Cheetah and Plaid Ikat prints in a progressive parka silhouette with a drop tail and vent. The Ramone Moto jacket in a rocker photo cheetah motif is also a stand-out. Paired with the L.A.M.B. Johnny pant, complete with hanging suspenders that pay tribute to Stefani’s punk rock roots, the look is ready to party at the club, while premium waterproofing and insulation ensures that the collection is as functional as it is fashionable. Burton’s own helmet and goggle brand, anon., also collaborated with L.A.M.B. to create the anon. Aera L.A.M.B helmet and anon. Deringer L.A.M.B goggle.

Whether snowboarding or skiing this winter (check out the two planks Gwen is carrying above), rocking a piece or two from the L.A.M.B. x Burton is sure to turn heads as you rip it down the slopes.

 

 

Sporting Pink

 

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year we see more and more sport and lifestyle brands stepping up to the plate in the fight against this disease. Sport gear and apparel created specifically to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Fund is available on the BCRF website. Ralph Lauren, NFL, Asics, Dicks Sporting Goods, Everlast, The North Face, Zoot, Lands End, and Under Armour, among others (see complete list), are promoting their pink collections which donate a portion of the proceeds of sales to fund breast cancer research, education, and prevention. There is a lot of power in pink and sporting that bright color shows friends, loved ones, and even people we don’t know, we are all in this fight together. So show your support and shop pink this October!

ROW 1: ASICS AWARENESS LONG SLEEVE TOP $50. ASICS has teamed up with Christina Applegate’s Right Action for Women, to help provide advanced screening to women who are at increased risk for breast cancer. All month, Asics is donating $10 for every pair of shoes, $2 for apparel, and $1 for accessories sold in their Accelerate Hope collection, with a guaranteed minimum donation of $100,000, up to $150,000. NIXON 38-20 LEATHER $200. Nixon watches is a sponsor of B4BC (Boarding for Breast Cancer), which promotes breast cancer education and prevention among youth and the action sports community at large. This dive style watch makes a big statement on land with its hot pink leather strap, but is ready to be submerged up to 200m.  LANDS END DOWN VEST $49. The down vest is an October must have for that extra layer of warmth in fickle fall temperatures. This popping fuchsia vest from Lands End, features box quilting in front and channel quilting in back, for great sporty style coming and going. Add a monogram too! With the Pink Thread Project, 75% of the cost for every pink thread monogram and embroidery goes to the BCRF.
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Countdown to Rio: The Watch

 
OMEGA SEAMASTER BULLHEAD “RIO 2016”

 
Continuing our COUNTDOWN TO RIO series, a preview of the sports, athletes and gear we will be seeing next August at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, take a look at the Omega Seamaster Bullhead “RIO 2016” watch. This commemorative timepiece celebrates the Olympic games, highlighting the colors of the Olympic rings with its blue leather strap, and yellow, green, red and black stitching. This color theme is continued on the 60-minute rotating inner bezel, designed to reflect the unity and harmony the Olympic rings signify. There is a 30-minute recorder at 12 o’clock, a seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock and a date window at 3 o’clock.

Omega is the “Official Timekeeper” of the Olympic Games and has been since Los Angeles 1932 when 30 stopwatches were used to time the events to 1/10th of a second. From the evolution to photoelectric timing to 1/1000th of a second, automatic start gates, photo finishes, swimming touch pads, and on screen television time clocks — what athletes are accustomed to when competing and spectators when watching the Olympics, have all been a part of the Omega history of sport timekeeping.

Reflecting a piece of this history, Omega first released this style in 1969. Only 316 of the Seamaster Bullhead “RIO 2016” pieces are being produced. Stamped with the Rio 2016 Olympic Games logo on the caseback, this commemorative watch is sure to become a collector’s item.
 
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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: ONE OF 30 ORIGINAL STOPWATCHES USED IN 1932 LOS ANGELES OLYMPIC GAMES; 1960 ROME, PHOTO FINISH 400M FINAL. FILM IS USED AS TIME STRIP AND INTEGRATES PHOTOGRAPHY WITH TIMEKEEPING; 1956 CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, FIRST TIME STARTING GATES WERE USED IN ALPINE SKIING AND START TIME WAS AUTOMATICALLY TRIGGERED; BEIJING 2008, FAMOUS 1/100TH SECOND VICTORY BY MICHAEL PHELPS OVER MILORAD CAVIC IN 100M BUTTERFLY FINAL; 1956 MELBOURNE, THE SWIM EIGHT-O-MATIC, THE FIRST SEMI-AUTOMATIC TIMING DEVICE WITH DIGITAL DISPLAY; 2012 LONDON, ELCTRONIC STARTING BLOCKS.
 

 

 

Sporty Fall Boot Kickoff

 

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Fall has officially arrived and so has boot season! Classic sport styles like the duck boot, desert boot, hiking boot, rain boot and work boot are the hot boots for fall but reinterpreted with some fashion flair. A wedge and platform heel, exaggerated lug soles, and streamlined shapes have given these old favorites a whole new look. 

ROW 1MIU MIU SHEARLING-LINED NUBUCK AND RUBBER BOOTS $1200; PRADA LUG SOLE LEATHER ANKLE BOOTS $790; STELLA MCCARTNEY FAUX SUEDE WEDGE BOOTS $810; ROW 2RALPH LAUREN HELENE BOOT $495; TORY BURCH ARGYLL LACE-UP BOOT $395; BALENCIAGA SUEDE WEDGE ANKLE BOOTS $965; ROW 3: HUNTER ORIGINAL GALOSH HIGH HEEL ANKLE BOOT $280; MANOLO BLAHNIK CLARRETT DESERT BOOTS $865. CHECK OUT THE ORIGINALS TOO! CLARKS DESERT CHUKKA BOOT $139.95; TIMBERLAND EARTHKEEPERS AMSTON BOOT $129

 

Archiv-E

 
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Anyone with a passion for surf culture and phototograhy is familiar with the name Tom Adler. Known for his publishing imprint, T.Adler Books, Adler is distinguished by the exquisite art books he publishes on surf, and recently, climbing photography. He has just launched a new venture, Archiv-E, an online print sale gallery, offering an intimate selection of sport and lifestyle photographs, many of which have been published in his books. Surfing, Climbing, Ocean, Western, and “Other Nice Photos” are a few of the categories featured, with vintage and contemporary images from such eminent niche sport photographers as Craig Stecyk, Don James, Ed Templeton, Glen Denny, Jeremy Koreski, Morgan Maassen, Ron Church and Thomas Campbell, among a curated group of about 40+ others. There are also photographs available from Adler’s newest book, An Uncommon Archive, a collection images on varying topics from such notable photographers as Walker Evans, Dorothea Lange, and Edward Curtis.

All prints on the site are open edition, museum quality fine art prints, available in a range of sizes, and offered framed in white, black or natural wood. They are not numbered, nor signed by the artist, but as such are very reasonably priced. Archiv-E offers a wonderful selection of art and photography, sure to appeal to both sport enthusiasts and photography lovers alike.

 

Horsing Around

 

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There is no sport with style more chic than riding, and that equestrian inspired look is one of the big fashion trends this fall. For great everyday style, a tailored blazer, riding or jodhpur boot, and crisp button down shirt can’t be topped. For you equestrians, featured here are the premier luxury sport brands, but with a look so polished the rest of might want to wear these elegant pieces whether we ride or not. With the 2nd annual Central Park Horse Show in NYC this weekend, it’s the perfect time for the stylish New Yorker to horse around!

LEFT COLUMN: CHARLES ANCONA SHOW JACKET. Charles Ancona sponsors many of the top equestrians. Each jacket is made to order and fully customizable with a template that offers over 1500 possible designs. Made with the finest Italian stretch fabrics for both style and performance, these jackets are machine washable, water repellant and lightweight, to keep you cool on the hottest days. DER DAU JODHPUR BOOTS. Der Dau was established over 50 years ago, and has built its reputation as one of the top boot companies using the traditional techniques of master leather artisans. Dedicated to the design needs of modern equestrians, these boots are as beautiful as they are functional. Shown here are their gorgeous alligator jodhpurs. HERMES STRETCH BREECHES. For the ultimate in equestrian style, it’s the Hermes jodhpur. Strong and breathable, these stretch breeches feature a tailored low rise fit, wide belt and elastic ankle hem — perfect on the horse and off.

CENTER COLUMN: MONCLER GAMME ROUGE FW15. The Moncler Gamme Rouge Fall-Winter 2015/16 collection takes its inspiration from the horse ring for a posh and sporty look. Giambattista Valli has envisioned an aristocratic woman ready for a weekend of riding on her vast estate with a touch of humor and fun. FRATELLI FABBRI BOOTS. Established in 1924, Fabbri boots are beautifully handcrafted and designed for the sophisticated equestrian. With their ultimately chic and timeless style, these boots look just as fabulous outside of the ring as in.
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Tory Sport

 
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Arguably the most anticipated new player in the surging  “Athleisure” market takes the field today. Tory Sport is the new line of athletic wear from Tory Burch, a stand alone brand that is making its debut with a big statement. The line covers a wide range of sport and fitness pursuits, that include running, yoga, tennis, golf, swim and surf, as well as casual pieces for going to and from the gym. Launching with a pop-up shop in Manhattan’s Nolita district, taking over the original Tory Burch boutique on Elizabeth Street, Tory Sport takes the distinctive Tory Burch aesthetic and puts the focus on performance.

Featuring both apparel and accessories, Tory Sport is a chic and elegant take on the sporting life. A lifelong athlete herself, Tory Burch told Style Of Sport, “I was very much a jock growing up. I rode horses, played tennis, lacrosse, and played whatever my brothers did.” Burch still plays a lot of tennis, runs, paddleboards, enjoys hot yoga and spinning. For Tory Sport, functionality has been of the utmost importance from the get go. Said Burch, “We wanted the function to be a given — not necessarily obvious. We spent a lot of time with the inside of the fabric, like taking a running jacket and making it bonded and seam sealed. Quality is super important for us. It’s real function meets style.”

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Tory Sport draws from the 70’s sport references with which Burch grew up. “I found I was wearing things from high school that had this retro vibe. “The Royal Tennenbaums” was inspiration, but we wanted to make it modern and do a cool take on that.” A classic pleated pique v-neck tennis dress is crafted from lightweight performance jersey. A running jacket takes vintage varsity style and makes it wind and waterproof, with a hood that zips into the collar. The swimsuits take that graphic swim team style and blend it with quick drying UPF 50 Eurojersey. Patterned and color blocked leggings, tanks and sport bras integrate such technical features as compression, mesh, and reflective detailing — functional details more typical for a sport brand than a fashion line —  infusing classic style with modern performance.

At the same time, what Tory Sport calls “Coming & Going” features casual sporty pieces meant for that transition time pre and post workout. A classic 70’s track suit, pearl covered slip-on sneakers, a merino turtleneck sweater, and a tech knit striped skirt, among other styles, are looks designed to be worn all day.

Paying the same attention to details as the line, the Tory Sport pop up is an integral part of the launch, with a look that is a new take on old country club style. The clean white interior is highlighted by bright canvas cushioned latticework furniture, a graphic surfboard and vintage sport photography. Wainscoting and wide-plank floors create a relaxed and easy setting. There is a monogramming station and vinyl letter press where customers can have select styles—from 70s-inspired track jackets and leggings to wristbands and T-shirts—personalized with their initials. A custom vending machine is filled with vintage sport magazines as well as golf tees, tennis balls, frisbees, water bottles and grip tape.

Tory Sport is available exclusively at torysport.com and at the Tory Sport pop-up shop at 257 Elizabeth St. A permanent Flatiron-district store is set to open in March of 2016.

 

Fall Plaids

 

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On boots, pumps, sneakers, bags, sweaters, and more, woodsy fall plaids are city chic. We’ve got you covered from head to toe in this season’s hottest picks!

LEFT COLUMN: MADEWELL FLANNEL COURIER SHIRT $74. Oversized and slightly boxy, this short sleeve button down is effortlessly cool in cozy buffalo check flannel. PRADA PLAID PLATFORM PUMPS $750. These multicolored tapered-toe pumps are all plaid with a covered platform and sky-high heel. WOOLRICH GIANT BUFFALO WOOL VEST $129. A modern take on a legendary pattern, this buffalo plaid short insulated wool vest is warm and cozy, with a shawl collar and snap-closure front.

MIDDLE COLUMN: DSQUARED2 DUCK ANKLE BOOTS $975. Lug soled with a checked plaid upper, these ruggedly cute boots will take you from the back woods to city streets. DORFMAN PACIFIC PLAID TROOPER HAT $32. Keep out the cold with this faux fur lined buffalo plaid trooper hat. FARIBAULT NOKOMIS PAK-A-ROBE $190. First introduced in 1949, the Pak-A-Robe is a plaid stadium throw (also known as a “robe”) and is paired with a matching carrying case, which doubles as a seat cushion. BURBERRY GAUDEN SNEAKER $295. With a Burberry plaid canvas upper, these cool slip-on sneakers are one of our favorites this fall!

RIGHT COLUMN: SAINT LAURENT BABY PUNK QUILTED TARTAN WOOL SHOULDER BAG $1190. This multicolored wool, leather trimmed bag is accessorized with dangling matte silver chains and YSL signature logos. ETOILE ISABEL MARANT GABRIE PLAID WOOL BLEND COAT $530. Étoile Isabel Marant’s plaid wool-blend coat has a cool grunge aesthetic, and puts a French spin on an American classic. DEISEL TURTLENECK PLAID SWEATER $187.50. This black and plaid mohair sweater adds a little punk twist for a cool urban look with great country style.

 

This Is Not A Basketball Shoe

 

IT IS MICHELLE WIE’S NEW GOLF SHOE

 
When champion golfer Michelle Wie hits the links this weekend at the Evian Championship in France, she will be bringing a new look to the course. This self-professed sneakerhead has long been a fan of the Nike Blazer, the iconic high top basketball shoe which first debuted in 1972. Looking for a golf shoe that would reflect her distinct sense of style and shake it up a bit on the fairway, Wie asked Nike to design a variation for golf.

Produced in hot pink with a camouflage Swoosh, and paired with a performance outsole engineered for traction, the Nike Blazer Golf serves both the style and functionality requisites of the athlete. Wie, who wanted to feel more support on her her swing and greater connection to the ground, saw the high top as the solution. As an additional style detail, inside the tongue are the scores from each round of Wie’s unforgettable 2014 US Open victory, her first major win.
 

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Over the past four decades, the Nike Blazer has evolved to include silhouettes designed for skate, sportswear and, now, golf. The Women’s Nike Blazer from Nike Golf will be available in early 2016 at nike.com and select retailers.

 

NFL 2015: The 10 Things You Need To Know!

 

 

Tonight we kick off the 2015 NFL season with Thursday Night Football! The Pittsburgh Steelers are playing the Superbowl winning New England Patriots, with Tom Brady’s suspension overturned just in time to have him back in the game. Now you may be asking yourself, “Didn’t I see an NFL game last weekend?” That was just a “pre-season” warm-up. Week 1 of the 16 game regular season is finally here and it’s time for the starting lineup to take the field. Here are the 10 things you need to know to sound sassy, sexy and smart should you find yourself in the middle of an NFL conversation…

1. TOM BRADY AND “DEFLATEGATE… 

On the field or on the bench? You may have heard that during last year’s AFC playoff game versus the Indianapolis Colts, Tom Brady may have deflated the footballs so that he and his teammates would have a better grip in the poor weather conditions. Originally suspended four games for “general awareness of ball deflation by others”, that decision was recently nullified on the argument it was unfair. A federal judge criticized NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell for dispensing “his own brand of industrial justice.” The union had planned to call Goodell as a witness, but was denied that opportunity when Goodell appointed himself as the appeal officer. Which brings us to number 2…

2. NFL COMMISSIONER ROGER GOODELL

Once again the center of football news, for nine years Roger Goodell has sat at the helm of the most popular sport in America. As NFL Commissioner, Goodell is judge, jury and executioner on all things league related. He even gets to hear appeals of his own rulings, and is often is the hot seat as a result of his decisions. You may recall last year’s Ray Rice scandal, when then Baltimore Ravens’ running back knocked out his fiance and dragged her unconscious body out of the elevator of the Revel Casino Hotel in Atlantic City. He was originally only suspended for two games (which makes Tom Brady’s 4 game suspension really bizarre), which was later overturned to an “indefinite suspension.” If you really want to “break the ice” at an NFL viewing party, just ask someone, “Who does Roger Goodell think he is?”

3. RG3 & THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Robert Griffin, III or “RG3” as he is known, was the starting quarterback for the Washington Redskins up until a few days ago. Entering his third year in the league, to say his tenure has been polarizing is an understatement. He’s gone from offensive rookie of the year, to fans clamoring for his backup to take the job, to getting injured this preseason, and finally losing his starting job. If you want to sound like you’re “in the know” you might ask “Can RG3 be a starting quarterback again?” Read More

 

Derek Lam 10 Crosby x Athleta

 
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Last night the much anticipated collaboration between Derek Lam 10 Crosby and Athleta made its debut at the new Athleta Soho store in NYC. With the booming “athleisure” trend and explosive growth of women’s activewear, Athleta and Derek Lam 10 Crosby saw the opportunity to create a collection that incorporates Lam’s design aesthetic with Athleta’s technical fabrics and fitness expertise. Combining fashion with performance, the result is a minimal but fun, stylish but functional collection of athletic apparel that easily makes the transition from the gym to all day wear.

This is the first designer collaboration for Athleta who saw Derek Lam as the perfect partner to create a lifestyle collection that transcends the gym. Color blocked leggings and tops, oversized striped cashmere sweaters, leather hoodies and track pants, and layered sweatshirts are few of the signature pieces. Said Athleta President Nancy Green to Style Of Sport, “I wanted to do a collaboration with a designer as extremely talented as Derek, and create something that didn’t exist out there.”

“Our customer leads a very active lifestyle,” said Derek Lam. “Fitness is very much a part of it and we always strive to create clothing which works in her life. Athleta’s expertise in performance fabrics and fibers has offered us a really exciting opportunity to create a collection which complements perfectly what we do for Derek Lam 10 Crosby.”

The Derek Lam 10c Athleta collection is available now in select stores and online.
 
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Favorite Fall Layers

 

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Though sad to say our farewell to summer this Labor Day weekend, we are excited for the season ahead! While there is still plenty of warm weather left, a bit of chill in the air means it’s time for those fall layers. From designers like Calvin Klein and Alexander McQueen, to sport brands like Patagonia and Marmot, mix and match a shearling vest, fisherman’s sweater, fleece pullover, wool poncho, or cashmere turtleneck for all warmth you need with that sporty fall style.

TOP ROW: RAQUEL ALLEGRA STRIPED ALPACA PONCHO $620. This split neck oversize poncho in slate and natural stripes, features a toggle fasten neckline and bottom hem deconstruction for a cool casual layer of warmth. MADEWELL COLORBLOCK HOODIE SWEATER $110. Keeping a little surf vibe into fall, this cozy color block hoodie has a swingy fit with high side vents, and closes with a drawstring tipped in handmade tassels. CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION LEATHER TRIMMED SHEARLING VEST $2650. One of this fall’s biggest trends is shearling, and this chic and sporty aviator-style vest is sumptuously soft and warm, trimmed in chocolate and dark-brown leather, and finished with a buckled tab at the neck.

MIDDLE ROW: PATAGONIA COTTON QUILT SNAP-T PULLOVER $149. Patagonia has recreated the iconic Snap-T pullover in six different styles for an exclusive Fall 2015 Snap-T capsule collection. First conceived as a technical fleece in 1985, Patagonia’s Snap-T has remained a classic and is shown here in the new diamond quilted style. ALEXANDER MCQUEEN STRIPED CREW NECK JUMPER $1345. Keeping that nautical theme going for fall, this striped merino wool sweater has a contrasting cozy ribbed funnel neck, a short front/long tail design, and adjustable buttoned sides. HUNTER ORIGINAL CLEAR PONCHO $195. Available in multiple transparent colors, this soft and lightweight oversized poncho is completely waterproof. It features a protective hood with a draw cord fastening, press-stud closures at the sides, and large pocket at the front to keep fall showers from dampening your day.

BOTTOM ROW: MARMOT NORHEIM JACKET $135. This technical sweater knit fleece jacket delivers warmth and comfort in a subtle and flattering profile. A wind flap tucked behind the front zipper keeps chilly drafts out too. J.CREW EXCURSION QUILTED DOWN VEST $120. A lightweight down vest is a must have fall layer. We love this sporty slim silhouette that’s compact but warm, with diamond quilts and gold hardware details that add some extra flair. LANDS END CASHMERE ARAN TURTLENECK SWEATER $369. There is nothing like cashmere for cozy warmth. This lush turtleneck is crafted from 100% Mongolian luxe cashmere yarns and features a modern cropped fit.

 

Shopping Birdwell Beach Britches

 
BIRDWELL BEACH BRITCHES OPENS NEW MANHATTAN BEACH SHOP

 
In 1961, Carrie Birdwell Mann transformed her small southern California home into a sewing room and store, launching Birdwell Beach Britches. It was one of the first businesses specializing in surf wear, making her living room one of the first surf shops. Her first employees were her husband and son, and her first customers were lifeguards in Newport Beach. These simple nylon board shorts with their quirky “Birdie” mascot would become the staple of Southern California lifeguards and surfers, and establish Birdwell as their iconic heritage brand.

54 years since its founding, Birdwell has just opened its first ever standalone shop in Manhattan Beach, California. Designed by Birdwell’s creative director Natas Kaupas, legendary skateboarder and surf influencer, the Manhattan Beach store is the embodiment of his vision for the brand. The interior’s displays and walls are decorated with art and artifacts from Birdwell’s rich Southern California history and the structural elements used in the space evoke the strength and utility of Birdwell’s purpose built apparel. The shop features a vast selection of Birdwell product, including custom designs and limited-edition styles not available anywhere else.

The calendar may say summer is winding down, but there are still plenty of beach days left for a new pair of Birdwells. The store is located at 1300 Highland Street, Unit 106, Manhattan Beach, CA.

 

The Rising Stars of the WTA

 
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: KAROLINA PLISKOVA; ANA KONJUH; ZARINA DIYAS; NICOLE GIBBS

 

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The US Open is in full swing, the last major tournament of the 2015 tennis season. While all eyes are on Serena Williams as she tries to complete the Grand Slam (victories in the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, US Open), standing in her way are the “Rising Stars” of the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association). These are the young up and coming players — the future stars of women’s tennis — ready to take on Serena and everybody else.

We had the chance to meet and photograph four of these “Rising Stars” last week at the Connecticut Open: Nicole Gibbs, Ana Konjuh, Karolina Pliskova, and Zarina Diyas. Ever wonder what a professional tennis player eats before a match? How she gets pumped up to play? Who she’d love to see in the stands? What songs motivate her? What she does when she’s not playing tennis? We played 15 Questions with each player, and found out some fun facts!
 

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1. What is your favorite tournament and why? My favourite tournament is Melbourne. I always love to come back there. I love the city and have great memories there.  2. What is your most memorable win and why? Well, I have few of them and every single one is special, but it is always the final of the tournament where I won in my four titles. The special one was probably winning the title at home. 3. What is your favorite thing about playing at the US Open? It’s just the great atmosphere here. A lot of fans coming to cheer and also the city. It’s just great to be here. 4. What is your favorite thing to do when you’re not playing tennis? I love shopping, obviously, like every girl… haha. I also like food, so some good dinners in cities, or watching movies on my computer. 5. How do you get pumped up for a match? I’m always doing my warm up before matches and listening to music. And my coach is also motivating me. 6. How do you relax after a match? I always have some stretching or massage. Then going back to the hotel and rest, and good dinner later. 7. What other sports do you play? I don’t play any other sport, but because of my height I would probably choose basketball. 8. Favorite kind of music? 5 songs on your iPod now? It depends on the mood that day, but my favorite 5 song are: Phototograph by Ed Sheeran,  My Kind of Love by Emeli Sande, Phenomenal by Eminem, Dear Future Husband by Meaghan Trainor, Fast Car by Tracy Chapman.
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The Equestrian: Georgina Bloomberg

 
GEORGINA BLOOMBERG AND “CROWN” AT THE HAMPTON CLASSIC
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This Sunday, one of the pinnacle events and grand finale to the Hamptons summer social scene takes place, The Hampton Classic Grand Prix. Always a star-studded affair, it attracts the see and be seen crowd who have come to watch the best riders in the world compete for the $250,000 prize.

Georgina Bloomberg, daughter of billionaire business magnate, philanthropist, and former Mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg, is one of the sport’s top competitors and one to watch on Sunday. Thoroughly impressive in her own right, we had the opportunity to meet her earlier this week and discovered the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree. She is fiercely competitive, driven to succeed, and totally committed to the sport.

SOS: How did you get started riding? How did it become this passion? How did it become “Ok… this is my job?”

GB: I started riding when I was 4. My mother is English. She had grown up on horses and wanted me and my sister to take lessons and start riding. My sister started taking lessons and I just wanted to do everything she did so I started taking lessons too. I originally didn’t like it and was actually totally afraid of it, but as soon as I started being able to compete I fell in love with the competition and that part has never changed for me. I wouldn’t ride if I couldn’t show. I’m never going to ride for fun. I’m going to ride at the top level or not do it at all. There is no in-between for me.

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SOS: Wow… that says so much about you.

GB: Yes, I’m very competitive. If I’m going to do something, I want to do it all the way. I go to the barn in the morning and work hard at it so I can go to a competition and win.

SOS: How did you balance riding with everything else growing up?

GB: I grew up in Manhattan. There is less of an understanding of the sport than outside the city where there are closer barns. I was a very rebellious teenager and said “FU” to anybody who didn’t want to take my way. For me it was difficult to balance because my teachers were not so understanding when I had to miss school to go to Florida to compete. So instead of trying to accommodate them more, I just basically gave up on school. Read More

 

SUP x Yoga

 

 
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If you love stand up paddleboarding (SUP) and are a yoga enthusiast, why not do both at once? The summer’s hottest water sport is SUP Yoga and with plenty of warm weather left, now is the time to give it a try.

Paddle Diva is the Hamptons premiere stand up paddleboarding school, located in Shagwong Marina in East Hampton, NY, with another outpost at the Surf Lodge in Montauk. Founded in 2009 by Gina Bradley, she has made it her mission to get more women on the water by taking the intimidation out, making it super accessible and most importantly, fun! Classes take place in an idyllic wind protected cove, or on guided tours, with one stop shopping for all your paddle gear. She has a custom line of women’s specific boards as well. Says Bradley, “When I first started, the sport was underserving the female market and my goal was to change that. There were a million reasons women weren’t getting into the sport and I was going to find a million reasons for them to do the sport.”

Bradley has done just that offering multiple classes daily and excursions for all levels. Paddle Diva offers SUP Yoga classes as well, which give students an opportunity to try both stand up paddleboarding and yoga in one session. The first half of the hour long class is paddling instruction, followed by yoga done on the board. Says Bradley, “We are not trying to replicate the studio yoga experience on the water. We are just trying to open people’s mind to a whole new way you can work out. We want to get people out if the gym and into nature.”
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Camp Vibes

 

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With everybody talking about Netflix’s “Wet Hot American Summer”, we’re feeling those old school summer camp vibes. Set in 1981, when 70’s & 80’s style overlapped, it’s a sport meets hippie mash-up of the early era favorites. These late summer pieces may feel retro, but all are new for fall. From bellbottoms, tube socks, cut-offs, poncho sweatshirts, and even your classic Sunfish sailboat, you can take the girl out of camp, but you can’t take the camp out of the girl!

LEFT COLUMN: ABERCROMBIE & FITCH WOMENS FLAP POCKET PLAID SHIRT $58. It’s the classic plaid shirt, great on it’s own or as an extra layer. ONE TEASPOON BANDIT SHORTS $99. Worn in, frayed and with pockets showing, these denim cut-offs are summer favorites. CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL-STAR $55. While the Chuck 2’s may be the new kicks in town, the original will never go out of style now available in a rainbow of fresh new colors. PATAGONIA WOMENS BIVY HOODED VEST $179. This plush and cozy hooded vest is constructed with wind and water resistant nylon canvas, insulated with 600-fill 100% Traceable Down, and makes that 80’s style statement with its western style yoke shoulder detailing. TRACKSMITH VAN CORTLAND SHORTS $60. These running shorts may have that retro style, but they are made to perform with a modern update, constructed with a lightweight and luxurious technical antimicrobial mesh.

MIDDLE COLUMN: L.L.BEAN SIGNATURE COTTON FISHERMAN SWEATER $99. This camp favorite fisherman’s sweater has been updated with a shrunken silhouette done in groovy indigo blue. SAILOR KNOT ROPE BRACELET $4.25. You’d be hard pressed to find anyone who didn’t have one of these rope bracelets as a kid. Worn everyday, all day so it shrunk wrapped to your wrist, it’s the must have summer camp favorite! SUNFISH SAILBOAT $3995. Nothing says summer more than the cheerful Sunfish and there is no sailboat more iconic, evoking memories of days spent sailing on the lake and bay. First introduced in 1952 and still produced today, it is the perfect boat for beginners and experts alike, and it’s signature bright striped sail is available in a multitude of colors. AMERICAN APPAREL STRIPED KNEE HIGH SOCK $10. The classic wide striped athletic sock is a sport style staple, and available from American Apparel in all your favorite team colors. OAKLEY KICK BACK SUNGLASSES $210. Shown here in a polarized variation ideal for woodsy outdoor sports, the oversized tortoise aviator frames give that 80’s vibe to the Kick Back.

RIGHT COLUMN: ALTERNATIVE GLOBETROTTER ECO-MICROFLEECE HOODIE $68. This oversized, short-sleeve poncho style hoodie gives some boho style to your average sweatshirt. ADIDAS ORIGINALS 3-STRIPES TEE $30. As seen on “Wet Hot American Summer”, this old school relaxed-fit 3-Stripes t-shirt looks as cute with jeans as it does with athletic wear. MADEWELL FLEA MARKET FLARES $135. The wide leg flare is back and this button front edition features a high rise, fitted hip and thigh, with a sweet rearview, for that ’70s camp and covergirl look.

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Ironstrength On The Intrepid

 
DR. JORDAN METZL LEADS HIS IRONSTRENGTH WORKOUT
ON BOARD THE FLIGHT DECK OF THE USS INTREPID

 

Last night 1,000 fitness fans had the opportunity to participate in one of the biggest bootcamps in NYC History on board the flight deck of the USS Intrepid. The “Ironstrength” workout was led and created by Dr. Jordan Metzl, award winning sports medicine physician at the Hospital for Special Surgery, whose focus and motivation is to use fitness as preventative medicine. “As a physician, the focus of medicine has historically been to treat disease. It is such fun to use the medicine of exercise to prevent disease from happening in the first place”, said Dr. Metzl.

As we wrote about last April in Running Strong, Dr. Metzl is the best-selling author of five books, a 33-time marathon runner, and 13-time Ironman triathlete. Both a doctor and athlete, it is in his role as fitness instructor that he bridges the gap between the two. He created the Ironstrength workout to prevent the sports injuries he sees as a doctor and has experienced as an athlete himself. It is functional strength training designed to keep us healthy and injury free. Full body and plyometric exercises, like jump squats, twisting lunges, jumping jacks, mountain climbers, planks and burpees are go to favorites in the Ironstrength workouts. They are total body moves for total body strength.

Dr. Metzl teaches the Ironstrength workout in various locations around the city twice a month. It is different every time and kind of like a flash mob that descends upon a particular location and disappears when the workout is done. Last night’s mega class, hosted by The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, took Ironstrength to a whole new level and was a dream come true for Dr. Metzl. “Ever since I’ve been in New York, I’ve always thought this would be the coolest place to teach a class. A friend of a friend is the general manager who hooked it up, and with a grant from Johnson & Johnson, we made it happen. It makes me believe in life if you have a crazy idea, just see it through and you can get it done.”

The class was sponsored by Safe Kids Worldwide, a global organization dedicated to preventing injuries in children, the number one killer of kids in the United States.

 

Katie Ledecky: Swimming’s New Superstar

 
KATIE LEDECKY AT THE 16th FINA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN KAZAN, RUSSIA

 
Look out Micheal Phelps, the sport of swmming has a new super hero. Yesterday 18-year-old swimmer Katie Ledecky broke her own world record and won the 800-meter freestyle finals at the FINA World Championships in Kazan, Russia, sweeping all of the freestyle events in which she competed. She is the first swimmer in history – male or female – to win four freestyle events at a single world championships. Ledecky will take home five gold medals, individually in the 200, 400, 800 and 1500-meter freestyle events, and with her U.S. teammates in the 4×200 freestyle relay.

What is most impressive is the range of events in which she is champion. From the sprint distance of the 200-meter to the endurance race of the 1500-meter, she dominated. After breaking her own world record in the 1500-meter preliminary event, she broke it again 24 hours later in the event finals – by more than two seconds. Then, just 29 minutes later, she raced in the 200-meter semi-finals. USA Today noted “a long-distance freestyler should not be able to win a sprint. This is a testament to Ledecky’s strength, stroke, kick and smarts.” She turned heads once more in the 800-meter finals on Saturday, breaking her own world record from 2014 and winning by more than 10 seconds.

Since the 2012 Olympic games, Ledecky has broken nine world records in just two years. She is the current world record holder in the 400, 800, and 1,500-meter freestyle. Hailing from Bethesda, Maryland, Ledecky is quickly becoming the most impressive female swimmer of all time. She just graduated from high school in the spring and will attend Stanford University on a swimming scholarship. She will defer enrollment until the fall of 2016, as she’ll focus the next year on training for the Summer Olympics in Rio.

Rio won’t be Ledecky’s first go-around as an Olympian. In 2012, at just 15 years old, she stunned the world when she took home gold in the 800-meter freestyle finals. In what the announcers called “one of the finest swims you’ll ever see,” she was an impressive four seconds – or two body lengths – ahead of the silver medalist, Spain’s Mireia Belmonte Garcia. With the 2016 Summer Olympic Games just about a year away, excitement is already building. One of the big stories and athletes to watch will sureley be Katie Ledecky and we’ll be keeping our eyes on her all the way to Rio!

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Golf Chic

 

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Having just returned from the Omega European Masters in the picturesque ski town of Crans-Montana, Switzerland, we’ve got a bit of golf fever! From luxe designer and sport brands alike, this Euro style is so chic, one doesn’t even need to play golf to sport these looks.

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: CLOVER BY BOBBY JONES NAVY KNIT BLAZER WITH PIPING $245. On the links and off, this chic go-anywhere 100% cotton french terry stretch knit blazer adds a bit of polish to any top. BIONIC WOMENS RELAXGRIP GOLF GLOVE $16.99. Featuring a leather palm and synthetic back, this glove delivers a great feel with its patented pad system that evens out the surface of your hand for a lighter, more relaxed grip. Lycra and web zone gussets increase range of motion for a better swing. BOBBY JONES WOMENS WOODS BY JESSE ORTIZ ROUGE LINE $179-$259. The patented head shape of these elegant woods are designed to reduce pushed or sliced shots. Made for the recreational female golfer, no clubs are as easy to hit as these. The low profile ensures a higher ball trajectory and the slight off-set hosel positions the hands ahead for more solid impact. EUGENIA KIM CRAIG FEDORA now $90. This short brimmed colorblock hemp fedora is the perfect chic and sporty hat for golf or any other leisure activity.

BURBERRY BRIT COTTON PIQUE POLO SHIRT $195. Slim fitting with timeless style, this stretch piqué cotton polo shirt is finished with metal Equestrian Knight detail, for a sporty style perfect for any activity. J.LINDEBERG KAJSA MICRO STRETCH GOLF PANTS $135. These technical but classic khaki golf capris feature stretch and water resistant fabric. Engineered for performance, they are stylish enough for all day wear. GHURKA EAGLE GOLF BAG NO. 91 $6500. Khaki twill and chestnut leather, this golf bag is handcrafted with the same techniques used to create the finest leather golf bags since the early 1900’s. Constructed of hand sewn leather, the Eagle is supported by metal stays and divided into three sections. Top collar is lined with genuine shearling for added protection. All fittings are heavy duty solid brass. TIFFANY & CO. GOLF BALL KEY RING $175. This sterling silver ball & club key ring makes the perfect gift or accessory for any golf lover.

OMEGA SEAMASTER AQUA TERRA GOLF. As the marquis sponsors of the Omega European Masters golf tournament, and with such pros as Rory Macilroy and Michelle Wie as brand ambassadors, Omega has established itself as one of the premier watch brands for golf. The dramatic and easily-recognisable dial design of the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M collection recalls the wooden decks of luxury sailboats, and this special  “Golf” edition features a sun-brushed and lacquered black dial, accented by a green seconds hand and green numbers on the minute track. ROYAL ALBATROSS BETSY RUBINO GOLF SHOES $550. These fab red patent leather golf shoes are as performance driven as they are stylish. They feature sod and supple water resistant leather uppers, with no break-in required, and extra collar padding for added comfort.

Styled by Argy Koutsothanasis (Be sure to check out her Instagram: The Sweat Chic!

 

Chuck Taylor All Star II

 
WILT CHAMBERLAIN IN THE ORIGINAL CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR;
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Last week’s introduction of the new Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II was met with excitement, apprehension, and curiosity. Chuck Taylors are an American staple. There is a pair in almost every closet — young and old, rich and poor, famous and unknown. They are the original basketball shoes — the sneakers in which Wilt Chamberlain famously scored 100 points in 1962. One wondered, how could a legendary shoe with such history, popularity, and a dedicated following possibly be in need of an update. Didn’t Coca-Cola learn its lesson in 1985, introducing “New Coke” to such disdain and anger they had to return to the original “Classic Coke”?

Before American iconography and basketball heroes, there was 47-year-old Marquis Mills Converse, who in 1908 opened Converse Rubber Shoe Company in Malden, Massachusetts. Not until 1917 was the All Star basketball shoe introduced, and a few years later in 1921, basketball player Charles “Chuck” Taylor went to work for the company. Taylor became an ambassador for Converse’s All Star basketball shoes. Within a year, his suggestions to change the design of the shoe to provide enhanced flexibility and more support were adopted. In 1932, the All Star signature patch was added to the classic, high-topped sneakers and they became known as the Chuck Taylor All Star.

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Nike bought Converse in 2003 for $305 million cash and the brand has become one of the biggest sources of revenues for the company. Converse sales approached $2 billion in 2015, according to The New York Times. Smart enough to recognize the mistake Coke made replacing a beloved product with a new one, the Chuck Taylor All Star II is simply an addition to the line, and the original is still available.
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Pre-Cooling

 
NIKE PROTOTYPE COOLING HOOD

 
For U.S. Olympic champion and decathlon world record holder Ashton Eaton, like all professional athletes, every perceivable advantage counts. In the decathlon competition, Eaton seeks to maximize each break between the 10 events to minimize fatigue and be ready to go in the next. Wondering why it felt so good after running to pour a bottle of water over his head, he realized while there may not be a physiological answer, because he felt better, he performed better.

Simultaneously, the Nike Sports Research Lab (NSRL) was exploring the performance benefits of cooling the face. Conclusive evidence of physiological gains emerged — specifically, an understanding of the face’s consciousness and recognition of temperature. It is two to five times more sensitive than other body surface areas. According to a recent post on Nike News, Eaton’s thoughts on recovery in hot conditions, and his desire for an “ice hat”, spurred this collaboration between the athlete, the NSRL and the Nike Apparel Innovation Team. From there, the cooling hood prototype was born.

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“Pre-cooling” is one the the latest trends in sports recovery which involves lowering an athlete’s core body temperature before competition or training for enhanced performance. When exercising in the heat, the body sweats more, which reduces the flow of blood and oxygen to working muscles, making training more difficult. The New York Times first reported on pre-cooling back in 2012. The German World Cup team wore ice vests and sleeves during warm-up and half-time in the 2014 World Cup, and the 2004 U.S. Triathlon Team used ice vests before their races.

According to another recent New York Times article Slushies vs. Frozen Underwear for Hot-Weather Workouts, studies have shown that, in broad terms, pre-cooling works, even in such simple ways as a cold shower or an icy drink. You can exercise in the heat for longer periods of time and at a higher intensity than if you do not first chill out. With the dog days of summer upon us, it is worth giving anything a try to beat the heat!

 

Free Wheelin’

 

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Looking for a ride? Motorized or self-propelled, these wheels are ready to take you to all your summer destinations. Skateboards, scooters, jeeps and more… jump in, jump on, and let’s go!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: GOCYCLE E-BIKE from $4999. The e-bike offers a little extra boost of power when you need it, and is a nice option for hot summer months when arriving sweaty at your destination is not the preferred look. The award winning Gocycle provides e-cycling transport in style with its sleek ergonomic design. It features predictive electronic gear shifting and is one of the lightest e-bikes we’ve seen at 35lbs. The Gocycle’s low center of gravity offers agile handling and easy lifting, and it folds for convenient storage and transport. With speeds up to 15.5mph and 40 miles per charge, this is the way to go!

PENNY SKATEBOARDS $159.99. New from Penny Skateboards is their longboard collection, made for summer cruisin’! Heading to the beach or zipping through the city streets, no matter the destination the unique concave shape and natural flex of these plastic longboards offer a smooth and easy ride. Available in six color combos, the Penny 36″ Longboard is the cool way to travel this summer!

FUZION CITYGLIDE $79.99. Why should kids have all the fun? The Fuzion CityGlide scooter is made for grown-ups and can handle up to 220lbs. With oversized wheels and a lightweight durable aluminum frame, the CityGlide provides a smooth and fast ride, designed for a speedy commute or a zip about town. Featuring a large rear brake, innovative folding system, and comfortable telescoping handlebars, this is the ideal adult push scooter for those looking for a new way to get around.
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NFL Hires First Female Coach

 
JEN WELTER, ARIZONA CARDINALS NEW ASSISTANT COACH
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The glass ceiling has been smashed wide open with the announcement today of the hiring of Jen Welter, the NFL’s first female coach. Welter will be among seven assistant coaching interns to work with the Arizona Cardinals during training camp and preseason, coaching specifically the inside linebackers. Self-described on her LinkedIn page as “a football playing PhD,” Welter has and continues to make history in the football world.

Welter comes to Arizona from the Texas Revolution, a men’s professional indoor football league team, where she played running back and special teams in 2014. At 5-foot-2, 130 pounds, she became the first woman to play a non-kicking position in a men’s professional football league. She then signed on with the Revolution to work with linebackers and special teams in 2015, making her the first female coach in men’s professional football. Said Michael Strahan, former New York Giant, future Hall of Famer, and co-host of “Live with Kelly and Michael,” this morning, “She has more playing experience than a lot of male coaches out there.”
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StaceyG + Milly

 
A SUMMER DAY IN THE HAMPTONS WITH
MILLY’S MICHELLE SMITH AND SOULCYCLE’S STACEY GRIFFITH

 
It is starting to feel like Milly month around here! Last week we went behind the scenes at Milly Cabana, and this week we’re back with her t-shirt collaboration with another Style of Sport favorite, Soul Cycle Master Instructor, Stacey Griffith. The StaceyG+Milly limited edition collection of tanks and tees recently debuted and are proving to be the “IT” item of the summer with celebs like J.Lo, Demi Lovato, and supermodel Hilary Rhoda spotted wearing them in both the Hamptons and LA.

Stacey Griffith is undoubtably SoulCycle’s hottest instructor, with an obsessively dedicated following that includes Milly’s Designer & Founder, Michelle Smith. For those who take Stacey’s classes regularly, phrases like “No One Remembers Normal”, “Charge It Hard Like Your Amex Card” and “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop” are just a few of the comedic bits of motivation she throws out during class to keep everyone going full throttle. Says Michelle, “These Stacey-isms are our funny, witty, snarky, spiritual wisdom for the day.”

What began as party favors inspired the collection. Michelle had been making Milly t-shirts for a while and decided to print up a bunch with these inimitable quotes for Stacey’s birthday back in April. Seeing the words in print and with a few A-listers sporting them around SoulCycle, the collaboration was inevitable. With their popularity, more are soon to come and mens tees are on the way too.

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Rapha Shades

 
RAPHA CLASSIC SUNGLASSES

 
Rapha is one of the sport brands that most epitomizes the Style of Sport, with its line of chic and sophisticated, performance oriented cycling apparel. Based in London, the company produces bike jerseys, pants, and shoes, in addition to other apparel and accessories designed for the discerning cyclist, and has now introduced sunglasses into the collection.

Handmade in Italy, Rapha Classic Sunglasses are designed with more of a casual aesthetic that are ideal for the bike commuter, yet versatile enough for training rides. Offering a similar weight and field of vision as the more technical-looking styles, these glasses have a wraparound shape inspired by the history of bike-racing eyewear. This shape also aids airflow, ensuring the lenses won’t fog up and that the glasses can be worn with all helmet types. Rubber-tipped nose pads and rubber arms hold the glasses in place.

The lens technology is supplied courtesy of Carl Zeiss Vision, and are available in three distinctive colorways. All are coated for 100% protection from UV rays, and both the green and brown lenses are polarized for anti-glare. The pink lens is designed for low-light conditions. Rapha Classic Sunglasses retail for $295.

On the bike and off, we are loving this newest addition to the Rapha family!

 

Lie Down Paddleboarding

 
   YOUR EDITOR VENTURING OUT ON A BARK COMMANDER AST PRONE PADDLEBOARD

 
While the popularity of stand up paddleboarding has exploded, a new offshoot of the sport has arrived, which is actually where SUP got its start. Prone paddleboards are now what many of the pros use on the SUP race circuit, and this trend has begun to trickle down to the recreational paddler. Designed to be paddled while lying flat or sitting on your knees, prone paddleboards are like bullets — sexy and fast! No paddle is required, nor is there standing involved. Typically 12 or 14ft, these boards slice through the water with ease and make chop feel like glass. Prone paddleboarding delivers a great endurance workout and can also improve your surfing by strengthening those paddling muscles needed to catch waves.
 
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BARK COMMANDER PRO ELITE

 

One of the biggest names in SUP, Bark Paddleboards and namesake surfboard shaper Joe Bark, manufactures some of the top prone boards as well.  Shown above is the Bark Commander Pro Elite ($1999/2249), the carbon fiber production model of the winning board for the last seven years of Molokai-2-Oahu — the 32-mile island-to-island World Championship race in Hawaii. Up top, and what I demoed at Island Surf in Westhampton Beach, is the less expensive and more durable Bark Commander AST ($1499/$1699) — ready for those who want to go out and have some fun trying a new summer sport. Ideal for both fitness and racing, the AST features comfortable knee wells and a built in chest rise, so you can max out every stroke. It has a sleek matte finish too, for a cool look both in and out of the water.

Top photo by Ally Greenberg / Swimsuit by Milly Cabana

 

The Girls of “Girls” On Girls Bodies

 
BROOKLYN STRENGTH OWNER, CADENCE DUBAS, AND JEMIMA KIRKE

 

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This story originally appeared on one of our favorite websites, WELL+GOOD, the go-to-guide for all things health, fitness, and wellness!

In March, Lena Dunham posted a photo from her Tracy Anderson workout to Instagram with a caption detailing her longtime struggle with anxiety and how exercise has helped her manage it. “It ain’t about the ass, it’s about the brain,” she wrote about her reasons for working out and its benefits. The post set off a flurry of support, garnering over 100,000 likes and close to 6,000 comments.

It wasn’t a groundbreaking statement, but the sentiment, presented to her fans, was just one example of how Dunham and her Girls co-stars are representing a new kind of exercise zeitgeist for young women, promoting sweat sessions for mental health, balance, strength and confidence—as opposed to a path to getting skinny.

To dig deeper, we interviewed Jemima Kirke, an artist who plays Jessa on Girls, and her Brooklyn fitness trainer, Cadence Dubas. Kirke’s journey started with the challenge of accepting her post-baby body, and she says that only after working out with Pilates trainer and Brooklyn Strength owner Cadence Dubus did she learn to place an emphasis on getting strong rather than skinny, which has taken self body shaming out of her routine.

“As women, we’re taught our whole lives that thin is better, that the less space we take up the better, and that being strong is not associated with being feminine,” Kirke told us. “For Cadence, it’s ‘Strong is feminine.’ Because we need to be strong in our lives and work out for more than just looking good. It’s functional, it improves the quality of your life, so that you can pick up your kids and chase after them without getting winded. It’s about that, not about working out because you ate…fuck whatever it is that you ate!” Read More

 

Surf Is Where You Find It

 

 
Gerry Lopez is one of the most revered surfers of his generation, a legendary wave rider who came of age in the 1970′s, and continues to surf and snowboard with inimitable flair today. Lopez first made his mark on the famous Banzai Pipeline on Oahu’s North Shore, with a laid back style so cool and distinctive, he came to be known as “Mr.Pipeline”.

Surf Is Where You Find It is a collection of 38 short stories – tales and revelations told by Lopez about the people, places, and lessons learned during a lifetime of surfing. Originally published in 2008, this revised and expanded 2015 edition is filled with three times as many photos, many of them never-before-seen shots from Lopez’s personal albums. Surf Is Where You Find It shares his memories of surf eras gone by, and commemorates those who helped shape the surfing world of today.

Lopez, in addition to being a surfing pioneer, was also an early practicer of yoga, long before that discipline had the mainstream popularity it does today. We had a chance to chat with Lopez about the book, career highlights, and the parallels between yoga and surfing that made him one of the sport’s iconic figures.
 

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SOS: So Gerry…where do I begin with you? There is so much we could talk about! Let’s start with the book, Surf Is Where You Find It. What I think is really fun about the book is that you can jump around from chapter to chapter. They really are short stories and I think everyone will find ones that interest them. For someone who’s not a surfer, what are the lessons can they can learn from this book?

GL: Well in my lifetime, I’ve met a lot of people who never rode a wave, but we share the same consciousness. Surfing is a kind of a state of mind… I mean, it’s a feeling that people have about their life that really, in a way, kind of makes them a surfer. There are a lot of parallels to yoga.
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Behind The Scenes: Milly Cabana

 
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Last summer, while photo editing “Models of Influence” by Nigel Barker, I spent a lot of time flipping though old Elle magazines looking for images of the 80’s supermodels. It was there that I found a new appreciation for those sexy sporty Gilles Bensimon pictures of models like Elle Macpherson, Rachel Williams and Famke Jansson, seen through the Style Of Sport lens. I knew my friend Michelle Smith, the Founder and Designer of Milly, would love them too.

Michelle and I are “Soulmates”, getting sweaty together on a regular basis at SoulCycle. But we are also connected by our obsession with those iconic moments in fashion history, a visual language that we share from years spent in the business — me, in editorial and her, in design.

It was, in fact, those 80’s Elle images that became the inspiration for her Milly Cabana swimwear collection in stores in November. Michelle gave Style of Sport an inside peek of what’s to come and shared how a bunch of old tear sheets evolved into this evocative and sporty collection.

STYLE OF SPORT: Alright… so tell me how this all begins. What is your creative process?

MICHELLE SMITH: It starts in two different ways. I start looking at images. I have this vibe in my mind, and I’m also looking at a lot of colors and fabric swatches at the same time. So you’re in my office right now and you see a lot of stuff on the floor that makes no sense (laughs), but to me this makes total sense.  I know where everything is and this is actually really neat for me. When I’m working, when I’m like really into it, my whole floor is covered in fabric and so they kind of feed off each other. Like the fabrics and the colors are feeding off these inspiration images that I’m pulling, and it’s sort of building and creating this look and it’s focusing in on one particular thing. I was really inspired, and I actually reached out to you looking for that essence of the late 80s — Elle magazine, Gilles Bensimon, Elle Macpherson, really active, sporty, healthy, vibrant, gorgeous vibe.
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Cool It

 

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The summer heat is set to high, but that’s no reason to bring your workouts inside. On the courts, on the bike and on the road, these pieces are designed to keep you cool while you work up a sweat. CLICK & SHOP ABOVE!

 

OAKLEY HELIX TANK TOP $55. One of this editor’s favorites, this super lightweight tank keeps you cool inside when it’s hot outside with its sweat-wicking fabric, mesh straps, and perforated back panel. It is finished with an adjustable tie hem to customize the look and fit. ADIDAS CLIMACHILL COSMIC BOOST RUNNING SHOES $140. Ultra cushioned with reactive Boost™energy return, these shoes also feature Adidas Climachill™ technology to keep feet cool on hot summer runs with 360-degree ventilation and quick-drying, micro-perforated construction. NIKE DRI-FIT COOL STRAPPY RUNNING TANK TOP $35. This barely there tank top features thin double straps, racerback design and a relaxed fit to keep you cool no matter how hot it gets. LIJA WILD MEADOW LAYERED SKIRT $90. This stylish tennis skirt will have you playing in comfort and style with its breathable layers, built-in compression shorts, and mesh fabrication on the skirt. PATAGONIA ATOM SLING 8L $49. This stealth little sling lets you carry your gear with the comfort of a backpack and the convenience of a shoulder bag, with an ergonomic teardrop shape to keep the pack out of your way. Breathable mesh pads on the shoulder strap and back panel wick moisture and increase ventilation.

RUDY PROJECT AIRSTORM BIKE HELMET $174.99. 21 vents allow maximum flow-through ventilation in this newest cycling helmet from Rudy Project. Incredibly lightweight with an easily adjustable retention system, the helmet features a mesh bug stop net for extra cooling comfort. PEARL IZUMI RACE RD III $150. This indoor/outdoor cycling shoe offers pro level performance at a recreational level price. It features the precision fit of the Boa retention system; Direct-Vent technology for cooling and drainage; and enhanced plate stiffness and anatomic support for optimal power and efficiency. MARMOT WOMENS ESSENTIAL SHORT $48. This hyper breathable lightweight running short is constructed with a perforated mesh polyester fabric designed to wick and dry fast. The stylish striped wide knit waistband has an inner drawcord and convenient inner pocket too.

CENTER: NEW BALANCE ACCENT VISOR $17.99. Running, playing tennis or golfing, enjoy the sun without the squint. This visor features a soft, sweat-wicking headband, and adds a little extra shade to any summer sport. CHAMPION SASSY SEAMLESS CAMI BRA $28. When the summer heat is on, shirts will come off and this little sport bra is ready to show off. Its seamless camisole style, adjustable straps, soft ribbed fabric and wide bottom band will keep you cool, comfy and supported during all your outdoor fun.

 

World Cup Fitness

 

 
“I want to be known as one of the best ever female soccer players. I want to leave my own legacy and in order to do this, I have to outwork my opponents on a daily basis. Being fit and strong will help me achieve my goals.”

–Carli Lloyd, from Nike Women Presents:U.S. National Team Midfielder Carli Lloyd

Back in May, Nike launched a Fitness Diary followed by Nike+ Training Club workout with Carli Lloyd… before she would go on to become the star of the Womens World Cup, with an unprecedented 3 goal hat trick in the final, and win the Golden Ball trophy for the best player.
 
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“Soccer is a sport that requires you to be agile, quick and light on your feet, so the explosiveness of high intensity training translates really well,” says Lloyd. “Endurance is really important — I have to be prepared to run 90-plus minutes — and the types of drills in my workout will help all levels of athletes build their fitness base.”
 
It looks like her training paid off, and it can for us too with her workout, Carli Lloyd’s Metabolic Kick High Intensity (HIT) Workout, available on the Nike+ Training Club. (It’s in the Get Focused section). In keeping with her relentless zest for fitness, the workout includes a series of high intensity training moves modeled after some of Lloyd’s favorites, such as Dolphin Push Ups, Split Squats to Jump, and the Cha Cha Shuffle, a fun drill mixing fast feet and lateral hops.
 
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“In the beginning stages of my youth career, I just relied on talent. I wasn’t fully fit and didn’t have the discipline that was needed to make it to the highest level. Every day, you have to train and play as if it’s a World Cup final.”
 
The World Cup may be over but we can still train like it’s biggest star!

 Photographs courtesy of Nike.com

 

U.S. Women Win!

 
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In decisive fashion, Team USA team beat Japan last night 5-2 to win the Womens World Cup, stunning the previous world champions in a rematch of the 2011 World Cup final. The first three goals were scored in the first 16 minutes of play, two of them by Carli Lloyd who scored a total of three goals and emerged as the star of this World Cup with an unprecedented “hat trick.” It was her third goal that was no doubt the most impressive, launched midfield from 55 yards out and just over the head of Japan’s goalie, Ayumi Kaihori. Lloyd won the Golden Ball trophy for best player.

This is the third World Cup win for the American women, the last time being in 1999. That match was one of the most memorable soccer games in history, with players like Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy and Brandi Chastain, who famously whipped off her shirt after scoring the winning goal in the final seconds on a penalty kick. But with stars like Carli Lloyd, Abby Wambach, Hope Solo, Alex Morgan, and Megan Rapinoe, this American team established their own place in history with one of the most dominating wins in World Cup history.

Check out Carli Lloyd’s impressive fitness regimen in WORLD CUP FITNESS

 

Art Of Sport

 

 

There may be just 4 teams left in the Womens World Cup, but for all you sophisticated women’s soccer fans looking for wall art that shows your team spirit without screaming “dorm room”, we have the posters for you. Art of Sport, has produced a series of limited edition, living-room worthy prints that reinterpret the iconography of your favorite team with a bold and modern design aesthetic. Shown above, clockwise from top left, are England, Brazil, Germany and Canada, and a host of other nations are available as well.

Created for sport and design fans alike, Art of Sport is founded by two designers, rival Arsenal and Liverpool fans, based in the USA: John Paul Stallard, co-founder of SOLV, and Rob Duncan, Creative Director of Mucho San Francisco.  In addition to Mens and Womens World Cup teams, prints are also available of your favorite baseball and football teams, and subtly incorporate their history, colors, names, and geography. All are reasonably priced unframed at about $50. They can be ordered framed, but are made to fit an Ikea frame as well, for those looking to keep it chic and sporty on a budget.

 

Stars & Stripes

 

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In celebration of the Fourth of July, we’re going patriotic with some fun sporty pieces you may want to wear regardless of the holiday. As the song goes, “The Stars and Stripes they are a calling, Three cheers for the Red, White, and Blue! 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: EUGENIA KIM WIDE BRIM STRIPED WOVEN STRAW SUNHAT $479.24; BILLABONG EVEN WAVES WOVEN TOTE $44.95; GLOBE PINNER CLASSIC 40″ PINTAIL LONGBOARD $169.95; TEEKI STAR POWER HOT PANTS $72; VANS AUTHENTIC $55; TYR SPECIAL OPS 2.0 POLARIZED NATIONS USA GOGGLES $29.99; ETRE CÉCILE STRIPED KNIT SWEATER now $299; TIMEX WEEKENDER SLIP THRU WATCH $36; ILLESTEVA LEONARD II CREAM STRIPED WITH BLUE MIRROR SUNGLASSES $290; CENTER: ZOE KARSSEN PLEASURE SLEEVELESS HOODIE $115.50; SOLID & STRIPED THE ANNE MARIE $158

 

Tennis Whites

 
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The Wimbledon tennis tournament is one of the oldest sporting events in the world, first played in 1887. It is the third of the Grand Slam events and the only major still played on grass. When the tournament commences Monday, all players will step on to the court in white, as they have done for more than 125 years, adhering the strict traditional dress code of The All England Club. This year’s tournament will be whiter than ever with accent colors being limited to no more than 1 centimeter of trim.

Now we think tennis whites are one of the chicest looks in sport, and no matter the tournament have a winning style that can’t be beat. While we may be bending the rules a little in terms of this year’s restrictions, below are a few of our favorite tennis whites, a number of which will be making their debut on the grass courts of Wimbledon this week.

ABOVE:  NIKECOURT FLARE $200. Look for #1 seed Serena Williams to be sporting this revolutionary new tennis shoe from Nike at Wimbledon this week. It’s the first on-court shoe engineered specifically for this great champion. Offering lightweight stability in a more minimal, low-profile shoe, the extended stretch collar gives streamlined support, extra-durable rubber outsole provides more traction, and mesh overlays add breathability and comfort.
 

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LEFT COLUMN: NIKE TECH FLEECE MOTO CAPE now $109.97. Head to the court in this lightweight fleece with drop-tail hem for insulated comfort and enhanced coverage. PURE LIME WOMENS 3 TIERED SKIRT $68. Flouncy and feminine, this tiered tennis skirt features a comfortable elastic waistband, built-in shorts with ball pockets, and mesh middle tier for cool breathability. WIMBLEDON RALPH LAUREN SANDRA POLO $152. Polo Ralph Lauren is the Official Outfitter of The Championships, Wimbledon, and this 2015 commemorative polo can be yours for match or casual play at home. 

CENTER COLUMN: ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY BARRICADE DRESS $120. To be seen on court by Caroline Wozniacki this week, this tennis dress is ready to take on the competition with style and performance to match. Made with eco-friendly materials, it features a scoop neck, racer back, integrated bra and shorts, along with fun mesh detailing along hem. FRED PERRY KNITTED TENNIS CARDIGAN $250. The Laurel Wreath Collection of iconic tennis apparel brand and champion Fred Perry takes its inspiration from the 1930’s and adds some fashion flair to the traditional tennis sweater. INPHORM WOMENS INVERSE BRA $44. Comfortable and supportive, this stylish under layer features a scoop neck, spaghetti T-back, mesh panels on back and accent stripes on front.

RIGHT COLUMN: LACOSTE TECHNICAL PLEATED SKIRT $90. A timeless classic, this lightweight stretch jersey tennis skirt is designed with dozens of sharp pleats for chic sporty style on and off the court. CHRISSIE BY TAIL RAQUEL RACERBACK TANK $83. From one of the all time great tennis champions, Chris Evert, comes this luxe and sporty tennis top, part of her signature collection for Tail Activewear designed for the style oriented and performance focused. MONREAL LONDON MESH PANELED STRETCH JERSEY MINI-DRESS now $188.62. Short sleeve polo style, with black mesh panel accents, this little white tennis dress has such sporty style you may want to wear it even if you’re not going to play. 

 

Salt. X Aether

 

 
Adventure seekers rejoice! Two very Style of Sport brands, Salt Optics and Aether Outerwear, have joined forces to create a limited edition ultimate function-equals-style sunglass. The collaboration’s two styles, the SCOUT and the EXPLORER, were created with the motorcycle rider in mind, but are sleek enough to be worn by anyone, anytime. These SALT + AETHER glasses have been constructed to deliver optical clarity when engaging in fast, in-your-face activities. And did we mention they are unisex?

Made from lightweight, beta-titanium frames with nearly unbreakable temples, the collection offers two lens options, both polarized to block glare. The first lens option also includes a photochromic filter that automatically adjusts to suit the light conditions. The second includes a scratch-proof mirror coating that increases glare blockage. Both lenses are available in a total of four colorways. Windshields with an extended top frame, inspried by classic glacier glasses, control wind-flow and peripheral sun, and reduce these distracting elements by more than eighty percent.

Whatever your choice of outdoor adventure may be, these shades have got your eyes covered in style!

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Aquatics

 

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THE TURQUOISE, BLUES, AND GREENS OF SEA WATERS ARE THE INSPIRATION

FOR THIS COLLECTION OF SUMMER AQUAS 

 

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ROW 1: NIXON WATCHES COMP 2 $100. Bright and clear sea blue, this summer surf watch is lightweight, comfortable and features the essential functionality you need for your sporty beach day. FRANK & EILEEN WOMENS COTTON VOILE SHIRT $188. This solid semi-sheer cotton voile button down shirt is deliberately rumpled and washed for that relaxed worn-in look, and makes a great beach coverup too. PEOPLE FOOTWEAR THE LENNON SLIDE $40. This bright pool slide is ultra light and cushy, with a molded strap and triple thick compression outsole, for all day comfort and graphic style.

ROW 2: QUICKBLADE FLYWEIGHT FG/CA STAND UP PADDLE $229. Ideal for women and smaller stand up paddleboarders, this performance paddle features an ergonomic molded grip and carbon shaft that delivers extra power with every stroke. ROW 3: BOBBIN BICYCLES BROWNIE $499. Both the classic Brownie and Birdie bicycles from Bobbin are available in lovely shades of aqua blue and a host of other colors. The Brownie, shown above, features cream tires, chic mudguards, a comfy spring saddle, and 7 speed Shimano gears for those who want to cruise around town with ease and style. NIKE LEGEND RIBBON WRAP TIGHT WOMEN’S TRAINING PANTS $75. Running, yoga or spinning, these sweat-wicking stretch leggings are ready for all your workouts. With a slightly higher rise, the waistband tilts up in the back for a body hugging fit and also features small stow pocket.

ROW 4: MISSONI MARE TRIANGLE BIKINI $500. With the inimitable style of Missoni, this triangle bikini is fashioned with a shimmery sea-inspired knit, and features ties at neck and sides, accessorized with boho-style beads. GRAY MALIN CINQUE TERRE IPHONE 6 CASE $49. Seaside inspired, the Cinque Terre and other seaside print iPhone cases from Gray Malin bring the beach along wherever you are. RAY-BAN ORIGINAL WAYFARER SUNGLASSES $175. These classic Ray-Bans get some extra summer style with aqua tinted lenses.

 

Good Vibrations

 

HYPERICE VYPER FOAM ROLLER

The benefits of foam rolling have been well documented for increased flexibility and range of motion; faster muscle recovery; better circulation; and thus improved overall sports performance. The latest evolution of the foam roller adds vibration therapy into the mix, another established recovery technique, and takes the foam roller to a whole new level.

The HyperIce Vyper is the first high intensity vibrating fitness roller. Word is Kobe Bryant was using a foam roller on a Power Plate, the full body vibration machine, which inspired the idea. The Vyper has 3 speeds of vibration powered by a rechargeable 16.8 Lithium Ion battery. Vibration Therapy delivers high frequency oscillations that force muscles to rapidly contract and relax. While foam rollers are the go to recovery tool, adding vibration with the intensity and frequency of the Vyper allows the therapeutic benefits to permeate deeper.

HyperIce is recognized for creating a new generation of wearable icepacks that have become post-workout recovery favorites for such high-profile athletes as Lindsay Vonn, Blake Griffin, and Hope Solo. The Vyper is their second product and is being utilized used by professional and everyday athletes alike to warm up and recover from training and competition.

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Fashion-A-Bell: Carmen dell’Orefice

 
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Carmen dell’Orefice is one of the iconic models in fashion history, most famous in her older years for her unmistakable white coiffure. The fantastic image above is from British Vogue, July 1959, and shows her as a young model with renowned fashion photographer, Norman Parkinson. Loving the adventurous “Style of Sport” spirit of the image, we were curious about the story behind the picture.

While Parkinson was the photographer on the shoot in Bermuda, this image was actually taken by Bronson Hartley who ran a local helmet diving operation. Bell or Helmet Diving is a very old concept and the precursor to scuba diving. Using the same principle as a glass turned upside down underwater, water pressure keeps air trapped inside an open-bottomed metal helmet. Fresh air is then pumped in through an attached hose allowing divers to walk around the sea floor, with no training required.

Bronson was an esteemed marine biologist who had first come to Bermuda from New York City in 1930 with his family as a child to escape the Depression. At age ten he built his first diving helmet and continued to evolve his model. His hobby would later become his profession as he began taking adventurous tourists, and later celebrities like Charlton Heston, on the underwater adventure of a lifetime.

Continuing his zeal for invention, Bronson started making his own cameras and underwater housings. A pioneer in undersea photography, he made the first ever color 35mm underwater movie, “Mainstreet Undersea”, starring his wife, Martica, a model and actress. Hartley and the making of the film were featured in the December 15, 1952 issue of LIFE. For those who remember the show, Martica was a guest on “Whats My Line.” Read More

 

Happy Father’s Day!

 

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GREAT SPORTY GIFT IDEAS TO SHOW YOUR DAD HE’S THE COOLEST POP AROUND THIS FATHER’S DAY!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: ADIDAS ORIGINALS STAN SMITH VULC $69.99. Give your Dad the extra cool factor with a little variation on the uber popular Stan Smith sneaker. TODD SNYDER + CHAMPION POCKET SWEATSHIRT $98. Todd Snyder pays homage to the classic sweatshirt in his collaboration with iconic brand Champion. BARK COMMANDER 12FT. PRONE PADDLEBOARD $1499.99. Before stand up there was simply paddleboarding. This paddleboard from master shaper Joe Bark needs no paddle and is surfed in a prone or kneeling position for a new kind paddling workout. SATURDAYS STRIPE PRINT BOARD SHORT $75. An old school classic, these striped boardshorts have a timeless cool for surfers and land lovers alike.

KAUFMANN MERCANTILE EUROPEAN-MADE LEATHER JUMP ROPE $37.95. Keep Dad fit with this handmade leather jump rope. Ergonomic wooden handles are mounted on ball bearings for enhanced comfort and increased speed. EBBETS FIELD FLANNELS CLASSIC BALLCAPS $44. Brooklyn Bushwicks 1949 (shown above), New York Black Yankees 1936, Los Angeles Angels 1954… these are just a few of the authentic original ball caps available at Ebbets Field Flannels. OMEGA OLYMPIC POCKET WATCH 1932. While everyone may be talking about the Apple Watch, it can’t touch the elegance and style of the Omega Olympic Pocket Watch. This is a beautifully enhanced replica of the original 1932 pocket chronograph, the stopwatch used to time each event at the Los Angeles 1932 Olympic Games.

CENTER: BEST MADE FRONT LOADING TOOL BOX $94. The classic red steel toolbox is always a favorite. The unique feature here is the front loading door which gives access to tools without having to grapple with the top tray. The Best Made powder coated toolbox is hand-made and hand-spot welded, with added heavy duty drop handles on the sides. ARENA VIPER MIRRORED GOGGLES $38. Perfect for outdoor swimming or triathlons, these Viper goggles feature a wide lens for a broader underwater view. Mirrored lens reduces glare and offers complete UV protection.

 

 

Summer Giveaway Finale!

 
 

The official first day of summer is June 21st and that’s the day to which we’ve been counting down with our incredible weekly giveaways! For our finale week, we are super excited to be offering a DIAMOND FRAME from PRIORITY BICYCLES to our lucky winner!

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DEADLINE IS JUNE 21ST (NOW PASSED)

 
Priority Bicycles is on a mission to make cycling simpler by delivering high quality and beautifully designed bicycles that require no routine maintenance. The classic Diamond Frame design features an upright comfortable seating position and sleek styling for a cruise around town, to the beach or anywhere in between. Every component of Priority Bicycles is designed for quick assembly, comfort and a smooth, easy ride. Like all their bikes, the Diamond Frame features a lightweight rust-proof aluminum frame, puncture-resistant tires, 3-speed internal hub with internal braking, and a greaseless belt drive in place of a traditional messy chain. Voted “Best Personal Transport” by Inc. Magazine in their 2015 Best Designed Product awards, this smartly designed package includes a kickstand, water bottle cage and tire pump, and redefines biking for the recreational rider. Retail value $399

Priority Bicycles believes that cycling is happiness in motion and we hope our lucky winner will too!

 

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The “Mini” Marathon

 
ROW 1: 2014 OLYMPIC SNOWBOARD SLOPESTYLE GOLD MEDALIST, JAMIE ANDERSON AND YOUR SOS EDITOR, CLAUDIA LEBENTHAL; SUPER STYLIN’ RUNNER AT THE START; FINISH LINE PRE-RACE; ROW 2: OLYMPIC SKI JUMPER SARAH HENDRICKSON; VIEW FROM THE RACE; WINNER MARY KEITANY (31:15) WITH EDNA KIPLAGAT (3rd) AND BETSY SAINA (2nd). Photo courtesy of NYRR

 
On a steamy summer day more typical of August than June, elite and recreational runners alike took to New York City’s Central Park and bordering Central Park West Saturday morning for the Oakley Mini 10k. I was invited to run on Team Oakley, the sponsor of the race, and decked out in cool Oakley Women gear, I joined the record number of 7,874 finishers. Although it’s called the “Mini”, this morning’s heat made the 6.2 mile race feel more like a marathon.

Founded in 1972 by New York Road Runners, what was then called a the “mini” marathon was the world’s first road race exclusively for women, and featured 72 finishers in its inaugural running. The race got its name from NYRR founder Fred Lebow who convinced sponsors to support a 6 mile “mini” marathon and named it after the miniskirt. It was later lengthened another .2 miles to a 10k race. For those of you who grew up in NYC like myself, you might remember its former name, the “Leggs Mini Marathon” — the title sponsor being the panty hose packaged in the egg shaped container.

Running alongside me this morning were Oakley ambassadors Jamie Anderson, 2014 Olympic Snowboard Slopestyle Gold Medalist, and Olympic Ski Jumper Sarah Hendrickson. Oakley’s new ONE OBSESSION campaign invites all athletes to join the brand’s global network of 450 renowned ambassadors in living out their passions. Always fun having Olympic athletes as teammates and not bad getting to hang out at the VIP tent right at the finish line either!

 

Backyard Fun & Games

 

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At the beach, in the backyard, or on a picnic,

here are a few of our favorite classic outdoor games made for summer fun.

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: OF ONE SEA PADDLEBALL SET $90. This beautifully hand-crafted birch plywood paddleball set includes two playing balls and a canvas carry-all bag. KAUFMANN MERCANTILE WOOD & METAL BIRD CALL WHISTLE SET $240. Highly accurate, wood and metal bird call whistles are handcrafted by a French birder, and come in a set of six including Black Capped Chickadee, American Robin, Golden Plover, Long-billed Curlew, Mourning Dove and Black-billed Cuckoo. BEST MADE CO. AMERICAN LONGBOW $690. As an introduction to archery or the pursuit of mastery, this is the perfect bow for all levels. Free of the high tech aids of modern bows, the simplicity of the iconic American Longbow teaches instinctive form and style, and is designed for a comfortable and confident feel in hand. WOODEN DICE YARD GAME $59.95. Roll these jumbo dice and liven up your backyard BBQ or summer picnic. The set of five beechwood dice comes in its own canvas carrying bag with instructions for four dice games.VIVA SOL FORGED HORSESHOES $124.99. Included in this walnut finish wooden carrying case (with a convenient built in bottle opener!) are 4 forged steel horseshoes and 2 stainless steel stakes for summer fun on the go. JAQUES LONDON BOULES SET $49.99. The national game of France can be played anywhere, and these beautiful polished alloy Boules are ready to go in their own zipped canvas carrying case. JAQUES LONDON MAGNUM OUTDOOR CHESS & CHECKERS $69.99. This almost 3ft. square chess and checkers set is made to be played outdoors and includes a waterproof canvas mat, lawn stakes and a canvas carry bag. Each disc is 2 5/8 inches with the chess piece stenciled on one side. JAQUES LONDON EDENBRIDGE CROQUET SET $799. Another gorgeous outdoor classic from Jaques London, the Edenbridge Croquet Set is designed for 6 players, with everything you need for a big game of croquet, and it all fits in this stylish red pine box.

 

Tank Girl

 

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While we love a bikini, a sexy body hugging tank suit can be just as hot of a look. Cut to flatter and support, both in and out of the water, these 9 bright and graphic one piece swimsuits are ready for surf, sun and all your summer fun!

 

TOP ROW: SOLID AND STRIPED “THE ANNE MARIE” $160; J.CREW “COLORBLOCK CRISSCROSS” $98; BOYS + ARROWS “HELENA THE HEARTBREAKER” $280; ROW 2: ORLEBAR BROWN “ALMADA SURFING SAFARI” PHOTOGRAPHIC CUTAWAY $360; SWEATY BETTY “FLUTTER” $100; SEEA “RIVIERA” $140; ROW 3: AGENT PROVOCATEUR “MAZZY POPSTAR” CUTOUT $450; RIP CURL “THAT STRIPE” $69.50; MELISSA ODABASH “SIENNA” RACER BACK $240

 

Countdown to Summer Giveaway: Week 5!

 
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Our 6 week COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER GIVEAWAY keeps on giving in Week 5 with the incredible Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire, the multisport GPS watch designed specifically for the female athlete. For all you triathletes, runners, cyclists and swimmers, this multifunctional watch is your invaluable training partner. If you’re going out for a trail run, it’s your compass, with trackback, route navigation and planning functions. Going for a swim? Count laps, track and see your heart rate data in the water. How about a bike ride? The Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire will track your speed, distance, pace, cadence, heart rate and more. And for those doing it all, it will change sports while tracking one exercise, to go from running to cycling to swimming without skipping a beat. Its 100% customizable screens lets you program all the data you want to see.

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SUUNTO AMBIT3 SPORT SAPPHIRE
 
For everyday use, the Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire features a dual time, date, alarm, stopwatch, countdown timer, and also has daily activity tracking with calorie counting too. Plus, it connects with your phone for push notifications. Whether you’re pushing your limits on the trail, on the bike or in the water, the Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire is ready for action. Retail value $500

COMING NEXT WEEK…

It’s the final week of the COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER GIVEAWAY and we’re wrapping it up with the Diamond Frame bicycle from Priority BicyclesPriority Bicycles is on a mission to make cycling simpler by delivering high quality and beautifully designed bicycles all at an affordable price. This smartly designed package, complete with kickstand, water bottle cage and tire pump, redefines biking for the recreational rider. Retail value $399

 

The Triple Crown

 
AMERICAN PHAROAH WINNING THE BELMONT STAKES AND THE TRIPLE CROWN

 
History was made yesterday as American Pharoah became only the 12th horse in history to win the Triple Crown. Ending a 37 year drought without a winner, since Affirmed won the Triple Crown in 1978, jockey Victor Espinoza rode American Pharoah to a victory at the Belmont Stakes. Espinoza had had two previous opportunities to win the Triple Crown with California Chrome last year and War Emblem in 2002. Winning the Triple Crown with American Pharoah, Espinoza also established himself as one of the greatest jockeys of all time as well with this crowning achievement.

 
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SEVEN OF ELEVEN TRIPLE CROWN WINNERS, CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: WAR ADMIRAL 1937; AFFIRMED (right) 1978; COUNT FLEET 1943; CITATION 1948; SIR BARTON 1919; OMAHA 1935; SEATTLE SLEW 1977

 
To be a Triple Crown winner, a horse (and his jockey) must accomplish the grueling task of winning the Kentucky Derby (1 1/4 mi), the Preakness Stakes (1 3/16 mi), and the Belmont Stakes (1 1/2 mi), all in the same racing season. Only 11 thoroughbreds have ever accomplished this feat since the series began in 1919, when Sir Barton won the first Triple Crown. Due to the longer length of the track and the fresh competition of horses who have not competed in the previous two races, it is very difficult for a Triple Crown contender to win that last race at Belmont. You may remember Smarty Jones in 2004, I’ll Have Another in 2013, and California Chrome in 2014, who were three of the 23 horses who have won at the Derby and at Preakness, but not at Belmont. The last horse to achieve horse racing’s most prestigious honor was Affirmed in 1978. Read More

 

Black & White

 

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While we love those bright and splashy colors for summer, the graphic punch of contrasting black and white stripes, patterns and color blocks have a chic style that is hard to beat. Swimsuits, surf leggings, tennis jackets, boat shoes, and more, this summer’s sportiest looks go best in black and white.

LEFT COLUMN:ATHLETA CROSSBAR TANK $44. Work out or just hang out in this soft striped tank. It’s lightweight, stretchy and ready for summer fun. CARVE DESIGNS REEF TIGHT $57.95. Surfing, swimming or paddling, these UPF 50+ leggings will keep the sun away with graphic style. ADIDAS OUTDOOR CLIMACOOL BOAT SLEEK $60. Jump in with these chic little boat shoes. They’re breathable, grippy on wet surfaces, and drain excess water fast.

CENTER COLUMN: TORY BURCH CLEMENTE TOP & HIPSTER BIKINI $95/$95. This classic skinny striped bikini has a chic seaside vibe that is always in style. Made to stand the test of time, it is UPF 50+ so you do too! FITBIT SURGE SUPER WATCH $249. The original fitness tracker, Fitbit, just got better with its most advanced model yet, the Surge. With a larger visible display, it tracks GPS, continuous heart rate, all-day activity stats and sleep, and also includes smart notifications and music control. DUSKII ZIP ME UP BIKINI TOP & BOTTOMS $130/$95. Go sleek and sporty Bond Girl style with this color blocked black and white neoprene swimsuit.

RIGHT COLUMN: MONREAL LONDON HOODED STRETCH JERSEY JACKET $340. Noted for performance as well as style, this simple hooded tennis jacket is made from moisture-wicking, smooth stretch-jersey, and enhanced with UV sun protection. It comes with matching skirt too! DKNY STRIPED MIDI TUBE SKIRT $215. Right on trend is this easy wear stretch striped tube skirt. Throw it over a swimsuit or dress it up for fun summer evenings! NIKE PRO DOT SPORTS BRA $40. With graphic eye popping polka dots, this compression fit jog bra should be worn shirts off only!

 

The Women’s World Cup Kicks Off

 
FROM THE US WOMENS NATIONAL TEAM:
LAUREN CHENEY, ALEX MORGAN, ABBY WAMBACH, CARLI LLOYD

 
The men had their turn on the world soccer stage last summer, and now it’s almost time for the ladies to show us how the game is played. The FIFA Womens World Cup kicks off this Saturday, June 6, in Canada, with the best teams in the world competing for one of the most coveted trophies in sport. All games will be televised, and the majority will be shown in the US by Fox Sports 1. CLICK HERE for the schedule and TV listings.

For all you soccer fans, and those who want to know what to know, here’s your SOS Guide to the Womens World Cup:

FIFA Under Fire.

Unfortunately as the tournament begins, soccer’s global governing body, Fédération Internationale de Football Association, or FIFA, has been headline news. Last week, Swiss police arrested several FIFA officials and the US Justice Department charged 14 officials with corruption, bribery, fraud, and money laundering, dating back to the 1990s. The accepted bribes and kickbacks are estimated at more than $150m, including an alleged $10m bribe South Africa paid in exchange for support in its 2010 World Cup bid. Switzerland is also investigating whether FIFA officials were bribed in their selection of Russia and Qatar, respectively, as the 2018 and 2022 World Cup hosts.

Two days after the scandal broke, FIFA’s president Sepp Blatter was re-elected to a fifth term, but on Tuesday he announced his resignation. Interpol (the International Criminal Police Organization) has since filed wanted person notices for six people involved in the Department of Justice’s indictment, and yesterday Chuck Blazer, a former FIFA exec, admitted he (and others) accepted bribes when choosing the World Cup venues in 1998 and 2010. This developing story will surely continue to be the center of conversation as the Women’s World Cup tournament begins.
 
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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: THE OFFICIAL BALL, ADIDAS CONEXT15; TEAM BRAZIL; THE OFFICIAL POSTER; HOMARE SAWA OF JAPAN; SCREENGRAB FROM UA SPORTS FIFA 16; ANNOUNCING THE DRAW

 
Now Back to the Game.

This year, the Women’s World Cup will feature a new, expanded format. In the Group Stage, 24 teams will compete in the largest tournament ever. There will be six groups, lettered A-F; the top 16 teams will go on to the Round of 16. The top 8 teams will meet in the Quarter-finals on June 26 and 27, with winners advancing to the Semi-finals on June 30 and July 1. The two teams who lose in the Semi-finals will play in a match for Third Place on July 4, and the tournament will wrap up with the Final game on Sunday, July 5. Read More

 

Out for a Run: Preppy New England Style

 

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This story originally appeared on one of our favorite websites, WELL+GOOD, the go-to-guide for all things health, fitness, and wellness!

If a fitness fashion brand spent summers on Cape Cod or Martha’s Vineyard, ran track growing up, and wore more J.Crew than Helmut Lang, it would be TRACKSMITH. And if you’re someone who’s more likely to be caught in your dad’s worn-in Oxford than rocking a leather jacket, it might just be the line you’ve been waiting for. The Boston-born activewear brand, which launched a men’s line last summer, is debuting its women’s collection online today (and with a pop up on Boston’s Newbury Street just in time for the Boston Marathon crowds).

Tracksmith has deep roots in the history and tradition of running—and it’s inspired by the classic, New England (and yes, a little bit preppy) style. So their aesthetic is whole different than what you’ll find on Carbon38’s site or at Bandier. Translation: There’s not a pop of neon, mesh detail, or splashy print in sight.

The line is the brainchild of co-founder and CEO Matt Taylor, who has running in his blood. Taylor was a collegiate track runner at Yale, worked as the marketing director of Puma for a few years, and created the wildly popular Usain Bolt mobile app during the 2012 Olympics. Read More

 

Countdown to Summer Giveaway: Week 4

 
ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST; HEATHER O’REILLY, U.S. WOMENS NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM PLAYER

 

Welcome to Week 4 of the COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER GIVEAWAY, our 6 week celebration of summer and all its fun sports! This week we are very excited to be featuring the ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST. For all our runners out there, this is Adidas’s most technically-advanced running shoe to date. It features a full-length Boost midsole comprised of 3000 energy capsules for unprecedented comfort and energy return. A stretch web outsole with a perforated design puts you closer to the Boost cushioning, while a new heel construction comfortably cradles the foot and adapts to the runners natural stride. The Ultra Boost is engineered with a Primeknit upper that provides a precision fit and maximum breathability. This is your summer running shoe!

 

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HEATHER O’REILLY IN TRAINING WEARING THE ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST.
CLICK TO WIN HER SHOES. DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES IS JUNE 7! 

 

The Adidas Ultra Boost also happens to be the shoe Heather O’Reilly (shown above), US Women’s National Soccer Team player, wears to train! The FIFA Womens World Cup starts this week and we are wishing Heather and her teammates much luck!  The US Team is seeded number 2 and considered a favorite. If this shoe can get Heather ready to go, it can certainly boost your performance! Retail value $180.

COMING NEXT WEEK…

Whether you’re pushing your limits on the trail, on the bike or in the water, the Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire watch is your invaluable training partner. Along with a whole host of customizable multi-sport functionality like speed, distance, cadence, heart rate and more, it’s got full feature GPS, daily activity tracking, and connects with your phone for push notifications. Retail value $500

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Seeing Fatima’s Eyes

 

 
“Seeing Fatima’s Eyes” is the second volume in the Um Yeah series of surf photography books by Thomas Campbell, and holds a collection of images highlighting his time spent in Morocco over the years since 1991. The book follows “Slide Your Brains Out”, the first in the series published in 2012.

Morocco is not a place one immediately associates with surfing, but Campbell is not your typical surf photographer. Transcending the genre and eschewing the typical action shots seen in surf magazines, his images are more of a personal travel journal, focusing on the details of space and time — the landscape, energy, people, and yes, surfers encountered along the way. Moody, evocative and ethereal, his images have an appeal beyond surfing for those who simply respond to beautiful photography taken with a unique point of view.

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Morocco marks the southern terminus of a famed European surf pilgrimage: France in September, Spain in October, Portugal in November, across the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, and then finally to Morocco for the winter. Campbell found himself on this trail by coincidence. He told Style of Sport, “It was kind of random how I got there. It was the beginning of long period of travel. I hitchhiked across states, and ended up in New York. I spent about a month there and then got a cheap ticket to Europe to go on a skateboard tour around the United Kingdom and Scotland. From there I went to Spain and camped out at Mundaka (Basque Country) for a month and then down to Portugal. I saw the same people surfing in Portugal as I had in Spain, and quite a few were heading to Morocco from there. I didn’t really know about this migration that happens.”

It was a gallery in Morocco that gave Campbell his first solo show. He decided to return there the following year to create the body of work during wave season. As he describes in an interview in the book, “I rented an apartment-house style place. It was a really rustic spot with three small bedrooms, right in Taghazout just inside of Anchor Point. It was $80/mo. Here – at home – I couldn’t even afford to have my own studio. But in Morocco, I could afford to live and work. It was really an amazing time, I kind of let the amount of swell dictate when I would surf or paint.”
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Rory’s Special Shoes

 

 

When Rory McIlroy tees off this weekend at the Irish Open at Royal Country Down, he will not be be playing for himself but for the Rory Foundation, which raises funds for children’s charities around the world. He announced that if he wins, he’ll give the $638,000 first prize to the Rory Foundation.

He will also let his feet do the talking. During each round of the Irish Open, McIlroy will lace up a different pair of strikingly unique Nike Lunar Control 3 golf shoes, each designed by a child whose life has been impacted by cancer. McIlroy, the Rory Foundation and Nike worked together with the Cancer Fund for Children, a charity in Northern Ireland that provides support to kids whose lives have been affected by cancer, to raise awareness through these NIKEiD designs.

“I’m delighted that the young people associated with the Cancer Fund for Children got to design my shoes,” said McIlroy. “The shoes are really unique with some crazy designs. The Irish Open is going to be a very special event for golf and my Foundation and I am excited to compete in them this week.” These NIKEiD designs can be purchased on NIKEiD.com and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Rory Foundation.

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: Round One: Designed by Sara Lockhart. “I read online that Rory really likes different shades of green so I combined that with some of my favorite colors,” said Lockhart, 12, whose mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Rory’s verdict: “I like the message she’s put on the tongue. She wrote ‘good luck’ on them.”

Round Two: Designed by Ryan Keenan. “I chose the colors because it is for the Irish Open and they are colors associated with Ireland,” said Keenan, 16, whose mom was diagnosed with cancer. Rory’s verdict: “He’s put a little message on the tongue saying, ‘Go Rory,’ so they’re pretty cool for Friday.”

Round Three: Designed by Chloe Hyndman. “I picked black and white to make them look professional, but then added a print to keep them fun and recent,” said Hyndman, 15, whose mom was diagnosed with cancer. Rory’s verdict: “I think these are pretty self-explanatory. You’ve got the little pebble/grain design, which is pretty cool, and purple with a little bit of blue in the laces.”

Round Four: Designed by Alex Kernaghan. “It says ‘Be You’ on my Nike shoes because that’s all you ever should be — yourself,” said Kernaghan, 13, whose father recently passed away from cancer. “I also added in a bit of blue as it’s my dad’s favorite color and yellow to represent the charity.” Rory’s verdict: “Alex has designed these shoes which have basically every color in the rainbow… These are a pretty funky pair of shoes and I’m excited to wear them.”

 

Countdown To Summer Giveaway: Week 3

 
PATAGONIA R1 JUANITA WETSUIT
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Welcome to Week 3 of our COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER GIVEAWAY, our 6 week celebration of summer and all its fun sports! This week we are pumped to be featuring the Patagonia R1® Spring Juanita Wetsuit for all you surfers and watersport lovers.

Both sporty and sexy, the Juanita is a hot little wetsuit that’s ready for all your aqua adventures! Made with high-quality 1.5mm neoprene, the Juanita features excellent stretch and warmth, and holds snug to the body for maximum comfort and flex. Its deep V-neck with adjustable cross-back ties provide a customized fit, and the spandex binding on the leg has a clean finish and zigzag overstitch designed to lay flat on the legs. Seams are sewn with a flat-lock construction for extra durability. This is the wetsuit you need on those long summer days when cool waters are calling! Retail value $99.

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DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES IS SUNDAY MAY 31ST!

 
Stay tuned for more great giveaways in the the weeks to come! Coming next week it’s the new Adidas Ultra Boost for all you runners out there and to celebrate the start of the FIFA Womens World Cup! This is Adidas’s most technically-advanced running shoe yet and what U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team player, Heather O’Reilly, wears to train!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ALL THE UPCOMING GIVEAWAYS!

 

Zara Terez

 
ZARA TEREZ (UPPER RIGHT) AT HER SHOWROOM

 
Scan the room at most popular boutique fitness and yoga studios like Soul Cycle, Barry’s Bootcamp, and Pure Yoga; online fitness shops like Carbon 38, Bandier, and Net-A-Sporter; and the fitness departments at stores like Nordstroms and Saks Fith Avenue, and you’ll see a vast assortment of crazy prints, bold colors and graphic patterns. The biggest trend in fitness apparel now is printed leggings, and a handful of specialty fitness brands have established themselves as the trendy favorites: Prismsport, Onzie, Olympia, and one of the most popular, Zara Terez.

Zara Terez is the woman behind this burgeoning brand and she is 29 years old. Her wild and whimsical prints like Candy Crush, Mix Tape, Some Kale, Peacock, Pineapple and Emoji cannot be missed. Terez was raised in the fashion business. Her father, who she describes as a “garmento” owned Budget Dress, and was a manufacturer and wholesaler of women’s dresses. Her mother was the owner of All My Favorite Things, a manufacturer of jewelry and accessories in New York. Both are now retired.

Terez originally launched her brand as a leather handbag company, and almost by accident. Stumbling upon a custom leather shop in lower Manhattan in 2008, she asked if they could make a hundred bags of her design. When they said yes, she asked about a thousand. She saw there was a market for cool but affordable handbags. Terez told Style of Sport, “Everything was either high-end designer or mass market, but there was nothing in that $300-400 range. There was also not enough stuff out there that allowed for freedom of expression.” She was determined to make them here as well. “I was going to rebuild the garment district,” she commented with youthful determination, having watched so much of the fashion manufacturing business leave NYC as she was growing up.
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Get Your Paddle On!

 

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The summer season kicks of this Memorial Day weekend and it’s time to hit the beach! Surf and SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) have inspired a whole new genre of swimwear that includes leggings, crop tops, rash guards, short wetsuits, and long sleeve swimsuits that are perfect for all your favorite water sports. Bright, colorful, and graphic, these technical pieces are have great sexy style to turn heads on dry land too!

LEFT COLUMN: MARA HOFFMAN ELECTROLIGHT PRINTED RACER BACK BIKINI $240. Sexy and sporty, this rainbow colored, polka dot splattered bikini has an athletic racer-back and low-rise briefs. It’s made for all your water sports and is reversible too! CYNTHIA ROWLEY SHARK DETERRENT WETSUIT $315. The graphic pattern of this designer wetsuit is proven to help deter shark attacks (let’s not put this to the test), but its chic style will attract everyone else. PRANA RAI SWIM TIGHT $68.95. Swim leggings offer muscle support and skin protection for paddling and swimming, and these prAna swim tights do it with a little boho style. Favorite features are a wide comfortable waist band, zippered back pocket with a drainage hole, and built-in UPF 50+ sun protection. Matching bikini tops and swimsuits are available too at prAna.com. RIVIERA PADDLESURF VANTAGE ART SERIES SUP PADDLE $399. Who wants a boring black stand up paddle, when you can have one as fun and colorful as the rest of your outfit! The Vantage Art series paddles are top of line full carbon fiber, which means they are lightweight, fast and efficient. Available in 2 blade widths of 8″ and 8.5″.

CENTER COLUMN: RIP CURL MODERN MYTH CAP SLEEVE RASHGUARD $49.50. Hit the  waves with this colorful geometric print rashguard. Back zipper features tassel pull for easy on and off. SURFTECH DISCOVERY FLORAL SUP $1199. This floral stand up paddleboard is as much fun to look at as it is to ride. With just enough rocker for the waves, it is smooth and stable on flat water too, with a wide standing area that makes it suitable for all ability levels.

RIGHT COLUMN: ORLEBAR BROWN + EMILIO PUCCI LUISA PRINTED RASHGUARD $315. Two chic fashion swim brands, Orlebar Brown and Emilio Pucci, have united in one capsule swim and surf collection. This fab rashguard features a classic pattern from the 1978 Pucci archives, and is crafted from a smooth sand-resistant fabric with built-in UPF50+ protection. BREATHE BY BODY GLOVE SURF CAPRIS $75. Ideal for for all your beach sports from hiking to yoga to stand up paddleboarding, these water leggings feature quick-drying fabric, smooth flatlock seams and super-stylish graphics. MAAJI BLUE RIBBON ONE PIECE SWIMSUIT $148.95. Whether surfing, paddling or swimming, this sexy long sleeve one piece will have you looking hot for all your favorite water sports.

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Countdown To Summer Giveaway: Week 2

 
SMITH OVERTAKE BIKE HELMET
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Welcome to Week 2 of our COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER GIVEAWAY, our 6 week celebration of summer! The official start of the season is June 21st and we are giving away amazing gear every week until then to get you pumped for your favorite summer sports.

This week we are super excited to be featuring the Smith Overtake bike helmet. The revolutionary new Smith Overtake is considered the most comprehensive road bike helmet on the market. It boasts best in class ventilation, superior aerodynamics, and ultimate overall protection. Extremely lightweight, it utilizes an Aerocore™ construction with Koroyd® that absorbs 30% more energy than traditional foam. Its open cell construction makes it extremely breathable as well, allowing cool air in while expelling hot air out — perfect for those summer rides! Additional features include 21 optimized vents and Smith’s VaporFit™, a dial-operated 360 adjustable fit system. Available in a fabulous array of colors, the Overtake is the ultimate racing helmet, and a must have for any cyclist. Retail value $250.

THE SMITH OVERTAKE HELMET CAN BE YOURS WITH JUST A CLICK OF THE MOUSE!

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES IS SUNDAY MAY 24TH!

 
Stay tuned for more great giveaways in the the weeks to come: the energized Adidas Ultra Boost running shoes, the multi-functional Ambit3 Sport Sapphire watch from Suunto, the chic Diamond Frame bicycle from Priority, and coming up next week, the R1 Juanita wetsuit from Patagonia.

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Cargo Bike

 
MADSEN KG271 BUCKET CARGO BIKE
LOAD IT UP: 40 GALLON CARGO PASSENGER BUCKET CAN SEAT FOUR

 
With cycling having grown in such popularity as a way to commute and get around in everyday life, cargo bikes are now gaining traction as an eco-friendly way for people to transport more than just themselves. As popular alternatives to cars, cargo bikes are popping up in cities and suburbs, transporting groceries, delivering packages and even taking the kids to school. And while once boxy eyesores, cargo bikes have taken on the same sophisticated design aesthetic as other popular bicycles.

Cargo bikes have been quite popular in Europe for many years. Dutch tradesmen first used cargo bikes in the 19th century to deliver their goods before cars were invented. The traditional style of cargo bike, the bakfietsen (which is Dutch for “box bike”), is a normal two-tire bike with a cargo box mounted in front of the handlebars. Another common style, called a longtail, has a longer frame and an extended box over the back wheel.

There are many added features that modern cargo bikes offer. The Xtracycle EdgeRunner, for example, a popular brand in the US, can carry up to 250 lbs, has all weather brakes, boasts a selection of four different colors, and comes in two sizes. Bullitt makes a cargo bike built for speed and Yuba offers an electric cargo bike, the Spicy Curry.
 

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Businesses worldwide are using cargo bikes not only to increase their eco-friendliness, but to also cut costs and utilize a new form of advertising. At select Ikea stores in the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden, customers can rent a cargo bike to take their purchases home. In Copenhagen, the mail is delivered by cargo bike. The Whole Foods on Third & 3rd in Brooklyn partnered with People’s Cargo to create a custom solar-powered bike that includes a cooler for delivering groceries. United Parcel Service (UPS) has experimented with bike delivery in Rhode Island and Oregon. Cargo bikes are even being used in Sao Paulo, Brazil as “pop-up public squares”. If you don’t own a cargo bike, you can even rent one from online sites such as Spinlister.

If you’ve adopted cycling as your preferred mode of transportation, the cargo bike is the next step in the evolution of your pedal power.

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Wax And Wool

 

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We love to see collaborations among sport brands, and the new Almond x Woolrich launch of the “Wax and Wool” collection brings together two of our favorites. Comprised of custom handmade surfboards, and made in USA apparel, it could be called “Woods and Water,” as the collection unites the heritage of Woolrich, the Original Outdoor Company, and the coastal lifestyle of California’s Almond Surfboards.

The clothing, which includes both men’s and women’s pieces, was designed for a perfect day at the beach. The “Wax and Wool” collection includes graphic tees, blankets, a tote bag, henleys, sweatshirts and corduroy walk shorts. Also included in the collaboration are custom Woolrich inspired surfboards. Custom built and hand shaped by Almond, the boards feature prints inspired by the iconic Woolrich buffalo check.

Each piece reflects the different backgrounds of these two brands, yet common appreciation for timeless, quality goods.

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Let the “Countdown To Summer” Giveaway Begin!

 
 LULULEMON ATHLETICA YOGA PACKAGE:
POWER Y TANK, THE MAT, THE TOWEL, PURE FOCUS WATER BOTTLE

 

Welcome to our COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER Giveaway! The official start of summer is six weeks away and to celebrate we are giving away amazing gear every week, for the next six weeks, to get you pumped for all your favorite summer sports. Coming soon is the energized Adidas Ultra Boost running shoes, the sexy R1 Juanita wetsuit from Patagonia, the multi-functional Ambit3 Sport Sapphire watch from Suunto, the revolutionary Smith Overtake bike helmet, and the chic Diamond Frame bicycle from Priority, but leading us off here in WEEK 1 is our:

LULULEMON ATHLETICA YOGA PACKAGE

MAY 11-17

This fabulous lululemon athletica Yoga package includes 4 of their most popular signature pieces, and has everything you need for the perfect yoga class:

The Mat: The ultra-absorbent lululemon athletica yoga mat is a favorite yogi’s choice. Its thick base layer cushions hands and feet, and is designed to soak up sweat and wick away moisture, so you’ve always got a grip on the pose. Antimicrobial additive helps prevent bacteria and mold from joining you on the mat. Retail $68

The Towel: The super-absorbent microfibre towel is a great extra layer for the sweaty hot class. Very soft and lightweight, it’s quick drying too and will keep all your Downward Dogs, Warriors and Triangles in place! Retail $42

Power Y Tank: This lightweight tank has a classic look and body shaping tight-fit that is made to stay inverted when you are. It features thin racerback straps, cottony-soft Luon fabric, and a lightweight mesh lining engineered to wick, stretch, breathe and move along with you throughout your practice. Retail $52

Pure Focus Glass Water Bottle: Made with high-grade Japanese glass and a bright silicone sleeve to help protect it, this water bottle is an ideal companion for yoga classes and other favorite summer activities. It’s BPA-free too, which means harmful chemicals won’t make their way from this bottle into your body. Retail $28

COMING NEXT WEEK: SMITH OVERTAKE BIKE HELMET…

For all you road warriors out there, we will be giving away the revolutionary new Smith Overtake bike helmet. This ultra-lightweight helmet boasts best in class ventilation, aerodynamics, and overall protection. The Overtake is the ultimate racing helmet, and a must have for any cyclist, in any event. Retail value $250. CLICK HERE to find out more about all the upcoming giveaways!

 

Sporty Mama!

 

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HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!

Bright, fun and colorful, we’ve got the hot gifts every sporty mom is sure to love!

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: YOGITOES BLUE MAT TOWEL $64. For the yogi mom, this mat size towel is a super-absorbent layer that prevents slipping when the heat gets turned up in the studio. Available in a huge assortment of colors, 100% silicone nubs grip and keep towel in place. Each towel is made using 8 recycled plastic bottles, so they are eco-freindly too! NUTCASE HULA VIBES BIKE HELMET $69.99. For that cycling mom ready to turn heads with her helmet, the Hula Vibe, and other fun designs from Nutcase, are there to protect her noggin’ with style. TYR SWIM SHADES MIRRORED GOGGLES $19.99. For the lap swimming mom, these oversized swim shades make a big statement both in and out of the pool. Mirrored, colorful, and with no frame construction, these goggles could be pose as sunglasses. Polycarbonate lenses include full UVA/UVB protection too. SWEATY BETTY SKIPPING ROPE $16. Jumping rope is one most efficient calories burning activities. This adjustable neon rope, also available in orange, makes it a little more fun too. SCHWINN SHUFFLE CRUISER BIKE $109. For that sporty mom looking for a new mode of transportation, this hybrid skateboard bicycle is a fun alternative! The Schwinn Shuffle Kick bike has a classic look with an easy to ride scooter style.

NIKE STUDIO WRAP PACK 3 $120. The innovative Nike Studio Wrap Pack 3 is designed to enhance workouts typically done in bare feet, like yoga, dance, barre and Pilates. A wrap, a ribbon, and a mesh flat, this three-part footwear system combines a barefoot feel with protection, traction, support and style. PRISMSPORT REEF LOOSE TANK $60. Prismsport is known for their great prints and the Reef design is the newest addition to the festive family. The loose fit tank is swingy not clingy, quick drying, and perfect for the gym, a spin or a run. APPLE WATCH SPORT $349-399. The Apple Watch is finally here and the Sport model is the hot gift for any sporty mama! Providing a whole host of data tracking for your fitness and daily activities, the Apple Watch Sport measures all the ways you move. From walking the dog and playing with the kids, to all the sport functionality, the Apple Watch Sport is the ultimate training partner. Check out how Christy Turlington Burns used the watch to train for the London Marathon in support of the charity she founded, Every Mother Counts.

CENTER: ONZIE GRAPHIC LEGGINGS JEWEL $76. Printed leggings are all the rage and this wild pattern from Onzie will bring out the sporty mom’s wild side this Mother’s Day! BABOLAT AEROPRO LITE PINK $189. Endorsed by WTA pro Eugenie Bouchard, this updated model offers power and precision in a very lightweight package. For winners from the baseline, put-aways at net, and aces on the serve, this is the racquet for that tennis loving mom.

 

The “Countdown to Summer” Giveaway!

 

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Spring has sprung and summer is on the way! We are so excited that we are going to be giving away all sorts of amazing gear every week, for six weeks straight, to get you pumped for all your favorite summer sports! A fab yoga package from lululemon athletica, the energized Adidas Ultra Boost running shoes, the sexy R1 Juanita wetsuit from Patagonia, the multi-functional Ambit3 Sport Sapphire watch from Suunto, the revolutionary Smith Overtake bike helmet, and the chic Diamond Frame bicycle from Priority. Starting next Monday, May 11, the giveaways begin!

WEEK 1 (May 11-17)
LULULEMON ATHLETICA YOGA PACKAGE

 
The contest kicks off next Monday May 11, with our first giveaway, the lululemon athletica Yoga package. It includes 4 of their most popular signature pieces, and has everything you need for the perfect yoga class: The Mat, The Towel, Power Y Tank, and Pure Focus Glass Water Bottle. Retail value $188.

And speaking of yoga classes, there will also be a special VIP yoga class at the lululemon athletica Madison Ave. store taught by the one and only Halle Becker, one of NYC’s most sought after instructors, famous for her inimitable blend of “yoga, sweat and rock n’ roll!” A private shopping event will follow with fun gifts, great prizes and tasty refreshments!

WEEK 2 (May 18-24)
SMITH OVERTAKE BIKE HELMET

 
For all you road warriors out there, we will be giving away the revolutionary new Smith Overtake bike helmet Week 2. This ultra-lightweight helmet boasts best in class ventilation, aerodynamics, and overall protection, and features Smith’s VaporFit™ dial-operated 360 adjustable fit system. The Overtake is the ultimate racing helmet, and a must have for any cyclist, in any event. Retail value $250.

WEEK 3 (May 25-31)
PATAGONIA WOMEN’S R1 SPRING JUANITA WETSUIT

 
For all you surfers and watersport lovers, Week 3 has the R1 Spring Juanita, a sexy little wetsuit that’s ready for all your aquatic adventures. Made with high-quality neoprene for excellent stretch and warmth, it conforms to the body for ultra comfort. Adjustable cross-back ties offer a customized fit with great sporty style. Retail value $99. 

WEEK 4 (June 1-7)
ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST RUNNING SHOES

 
For all you runners and to celebrate the start of the FIFA Womens World Cup, Week 4 we are giving away a pair of the new Adidas Ultra Boost, their most technically-advanced running shoe yet. It’s the shoe Heather O’Reilly (shown above), U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team player, wears to train! Comprised of 3000 energy capsules, the full-length Boost midsole brings unprecedented comfort and energy return, while the carefully engineered Primeknit upper provides a precision fit and maximum breathability. Retail value $180.

WEEK 5 (June 8-14)
SUUNTO AMBIT3 SPORT SAPPHIRE WATCH

 
Whether you’re pushing your limits on the trail, on the bike or in the water, the Suunto Ambit3 Sport Sapphire watch is your invaluable training partner. Along with a whole host of customizable multi-sport functionality like speed, distance, cadence, heart rate and more, it’s got full feature GPS, daily activity tracking, and connects with your phone for push notifications. Retail value $500.

WEEK 6 (June 15-22)
PRIORITY BICYCLES DIAMOND FRAME

 
We wrap it up week 6 with the Diamond from Priority Bicycles. Priority Bicycles is on a mission to make cycling simpler by delivering high quality and beautifully designed bicycles that require no routine maintenance. Each component of Priority Bicycles is designed for quick assembly, comfort and a smooth, easy ride. Like all their bikes, the Diamond Frame features a lightweight rust-proof aluminum frame, puncture-resistant tires, 3-speed internal hub with internal braking, and a greaseless belt drive in place of a traditional messy chain. This smartly designed package, complete with kickstand, water bottle cage and tire pump, redefines biking for the recreational rider. Retail value $399.

 

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TOKYOBIKE

 
May is National Bike Month, and we’re celebrating our love of cycling all month long. For commuting, racing, fitness and fun, we will be featuring all those gorgeous bicycles and the hot gear that just make you get outside and ride your bike!

First up is Tokyobike, a chic little bicycle and accessories shop just opened in Soho, on the corner of Prince St. and Bowery.  Tokyobike is a small, independent bicycle company founded in 2002 in the quiet Tokyo suburb of Yanaka, and this is their only store in the US. The design of their bicycles and the other accessories they carry are beautifully minimal and typically Japanese. There are five bike models produced in a sophisticated palette, ranging from the Single Speed (also fixed gear) to the 8 speed New Balance Limited, a collaboration with the sneaker brand.

The shop also carries a range of bicycle and other accessories such as backpacks, helmets, leather goods, desk and tabletop items very much in tune with the aesthetic of the bicycles.
 

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NEW BALANCE C-SERIES & COLORFUL LEATHER KRYPTONITE LOCKS; CLASSIC SPORT BICYCLE

 

 

The Fight Of The Century

 

 FLOYD MAYWEATHER JR. AND MANNY PACQUIAO

In what is being billed as the “Fight Of The Century”, tonight Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. will finally square off in one of the most anticipated championship fights in the history of boxing. While you may not care about the sport, it is certainly the topic of conversation. Here’s the who, what, when, where and why you need to know to make you sound like a boxing fan. You might even turn a few heads with your new found expertise!

WHO: Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao… aka “MONEY” and “PAC-MAN

Floyd Mayweather Jr., who hails from Grand Rapids, Michigan, is the undefeated, 11-time world champion boxer who was named by Forbes as the highest paid athlete in the world in 2014. With a win on Saturday, he is just one more win away from tying famed Rocky Marciano’s all-time record of 49-0. Outside the ring, Mayweather doesn’t have a shiny record however. He’s faced seven assault charges, serving two stints in jail, as well as other incidences with domestic violence, probation violations, and defamation claims.

That’s why we’re rooting for Manny Pacquaio. Pacquiao is also a world champion professional boxer who is a native of the Philippines. He has some interesting part-time gigs including Philippine Congressman and head coach of the Kia Sorento basketball team. He even played seven minutes in one of his team’s game, adding professional basketball player to his resume. His experiences and enthusiasm outside the ring are inspiring.

Rumor has it that Mayweather is “allergic to southpaws” – southpaw is a boxing term for a left-handed fighter, so Pacquiao’s left-handedness could be the key to his success. Oscar De La Hoya, who lost to Mayweather, told the Wall Street Journal: “Mayweather has never fought a lefty who moves in and out, side to side like Pacquiao.” Though Mayweather is heavily favored to win, you’ve always got to believe in the underdog.

WHAT: The most lucrative fight… EVER

Mayweather and Pacquiao have agreed to split the nearly $300 million purse 60-40. Some sources have projected as much as an additional $400 million in revenue. Though the exact details of the monetary agreement between the two boxers haven’t been explicitly revealed, we do know that it will be the most profitable match in history.
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Sweat It

 

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The weekend may be over, but you can keep that relaxed vibe going all week long with these cozy heathered sweats and tees! Hoodies, crewnecks, shorts, sweatpants, and more… we’ve got the comfy duds to have you feeling like it’s the weekend any day of the week!

LEFT COLUMN: ZOE KARSSEN DAY DREAM BOX FIT TEE $75. “Day Dream” in this super soft, tissue-weight jersey tee. It’s got that retro gym class style, with relaxed fit and raw edges on the sleeves and hem. REEBOK YOGA BURNOUT COWL NECK HOODIE now $35.97. For relaxing at home, or to and from the gym, this washed fleece burnout pullover sweatshirt features a cozy oversized hood and drapey cowl neck for added comfort and style. OUTDOOR VOICES STEEPLECHASE SPORTS BRA $60. This lightweight grey heather sportsbra features a distinctive keyhole cut-out in front and racerback for sporty comfort and mobility. A&F CROPPED JOGGER SWEATPANTS now $23.20. Supersoft and comfortable, these vintage style cropped sweatpants feature cinched elastic cuffs, drawstring waist, and side pockets.

CENTER COLUMN: FRAME DENIM LE BOYFRIEND COTTON JERSEY SWEATSHIRT $150. This gray on gray cotton-jersey sweatshirt highlights those classic crewneck details on the collar, hem and cuffs with darker tones for extra sporty flair. J.CREW WEEKEND SKINNY SWEATPANT $69.50. These comfy slim fit sweats are perfect for all your daytime sport activities or doing nothing at all. Grey tone highlights on waist and ankles give added style. JAMES PERSE VINTAGE FLEECE SWEATSHIRT DRESS $135. This classic vintage fleece sweatshirt knee length dress features raglan sleeves, ribbed cuffs and bottom hem for all day comfort and sporty style.

RIGHT COLUMN: SUPERDRY ORANGE LABEL ZIP HOODY $99.99. This classic zip hoody is ultra plush and cozy. It features embroidered Superdry chest logo, drawstring hood, and fleece lined front pockets. MONROW SUPERSOFT CREWNECK SWEATSHIRT $112. This lightweight sweatshirt is super comfy for lounging around, and cut with subtle styling details for an all day sporty look. FREECITY STR8UP SLEEVELESS RAGLAN CREW HEATHER $168. Show off those guns with this tuff girl sweatshirt, sexy too if you’ve got the arms to work it. RELIANCE GARMENTS CREW SHORTS $95. Designed for comfort supreme, indoors or out, these drawstring shorts are made with a luxe 12-oz. Japanese circular knit jersey, garment-washed and multi-pocketed, for added style and function.

 

Running Strong

 
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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: JUMP SQUATS; DR. JORDAN METZL SHOWING FINE FORM ON HILL SPRINTS; MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS; SKIPPING DRILLS

 
If you live in Manhattan, Dr. Jordan Metzl is one of those doctors everyone seems to know. If you, or your kids, have had a sports injury, chances are they’ve seen Dr. Metzl or been advised to at least. That’s how I know him myself. A nationally recognized physician, who practices at the acclaimed Hospital for Special Surgery, Dr. Metzl is selected annually by New York Magazine as one of New York City’s top sports medicine doctors. He is equally well known as a competive runner and tri-athlete, with 32 marathons and 12 Ironmans under his belt. For those who don’t know what an Ironman is, it’s a mega triathlon that consists of a 2.2 mile open water swim, a 112 mile bike ride and THEN a 26.2 marathon.

Dr. Metzl now adds fitness instructor to his roles as sports doctor and athlete, and it is here that he acts as a liason between the two. His workout program “Ironstrength”, which he teaches in various locations around the city twice a month, is now available on DVD, and new book Running Strong, are preventive guides to the sports injuries he sees both as a doctor and athlete himself. Ironstrength started as a class of 20 people and now has an invite list of about 7000. It’s different everytime and in a variety of locations. The class is kind of like a flash mob that descends upon a particular location and disappears when the workout is done.
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Room With A Bike

 

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: MARTONE CYCLING CO. AT THE GRAMERCY PARK HOTEL; BOBBIN BICYCLES AT THE SURREY HOTEL; REPUBLIC BICYCLES AT THE MARK; SHINOLA BIXBY AT THE GREENWICH HOTEL

 
Since the launch of the Citibike bike sharing program last summer, whether for commuting or recreation, it has never been easier to bike around New York City. Cycling has become a tourist attraction as well and now a featured amenity at many boutique hotels. For the upscale traveler, the garish blue logo-ed Citibikes offer neither the style nor convenience of a fleet of the most fashionable urban cycles available at one’s hotel. Small luxury hotels like The Surrey, Gramercy Park Hotel, and The Mark have partnered with bespoke bicycle companies like Bobbin Bicycles, Martone Cycling Co., and Republic Bike, offering their guests the opportunity to ride these chic cycles during their stay.

For these boutique hotels, the bicycle companies they partner with become an extension of their brand and the design of the hotel. The Mark commissioned Republic Bikes to create a custom bicycle for the hotel which incorporates design elements of the hotel’s lavish interior, such as black and white stripes on the chainguard and basket, and an orange saddle that matches the hotel’s outdoor seating.

When The Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca recently decided to provide bicycles for their guests, with so many companies to choose from, they carefully researched bicycle brands that aligned with the aesthetic and spirit of the hotel. “We had heard about Shinola and the store is just a stones throw away”, explains manager Kai Gilsey. “In reading about the brand, it became clear that they shared a very similar ethos to us. They value handmade craftsmanship, something that is authentic, and understated luxury… all the things that align with The Greenwich Hotel as a brand”.

At their core, the two business share the drive to restore industry in America. While Shinola has a flagship store here, it is a Detroit based company dedicated to reviving the economy of that city and made in America craftsmanship. The Greenwich Hotel is owned by Robert DeNiro, a proud Tribeca resident who founded it in the aftermath of 911 as part of the revitalization of lower Manhattan. The hotel seeks to support local businesses that share the vision of the neighborhood. A bellman escorts guests around the corner to the Shinola store where they are fitted for their bike. With the most beautiful collection of bikes, watches, leather goods, desk accessories and other gift items, along with a fantastic coffee bar and newsstand, it’s a shop they would recommend to their guests anyway.

The usage of these bikes is complimentary. For hotels located near to Central Park or the West Side Highway bike path, one extra definitely worth paying for is a picnic lunch. With chefs like Jean-Georges Vongerichten at The Mark Restaurant, Cafe Boulud at The Surrey, and Locande Verde at The Greenwich Hotel, guests can ride AND dine in style.

 

The Finest Line

 

 
Once on the fringes, big wave surfing has moved into the forefront of the sport of surfing with a generation of surfers riding waves of unfathomable height and magnitude, and reinventing the limits of what is surfable. The Finest Line is a photographic foray into the world of big wave surfing and the first book to look at this subculture as a whole.

Written by Rusty Long, professional surfer, journalist, photographer, and one of the biggest names in big wave surfing himself, The Finest Line takes us around the world, from one legendary wave to the next, with breathtaking images and awe-inspiring stories of hallmark sessions from such breaks as Maverick’s, Jaws, Cloudbreak, Teahupo’o, Belharra, Nazaré, Shipsterns Bluff, Dungeons, and Puerto Escondido. The book also includes interviews and insights from many of the leading surfers of this era, including Mark Healey, Greg Long, Grant “Twiggy” Baker, Mike Parsons, Peter Mel, Dave Wassel, Kohl Christensen, in addition to a foreword by famed surfer Tom Carroll.
 
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FROM TOP: COVER: GRANT “TWIGGY” BAKER AT MAVERICK’S © FRANK QUIRARTE; SHANE DORIAN (L) AND MARK HEALY (R), JAWS, MAUI © ZAK NOYLE; ROSS CLARKE-JONES, PEDRA BRANCA, TASMANIA © STU GIBSON; GARRETT MCNAMARA, NAZARE, PORTUGAL © TÓ MANÉ

 
In the introduction, Long shares how from just after the turn of the century until 2014, big wave surfing has risen to completely new heights. Feats that were once very rare, like paddling into fifty-foot plus waves, have become normal. The introduction of the Jet Ski was perhaps the biggest factor in assisting big-wave progression. Tow-in surfing pulled surfers on to waves too big to paddle into. Surfer Laird Hamilton rose to prominence during this era, along with Buzzy Kerbox, Darrick Doerner, and Dave Kalama, who shattered boundaries with the Jet Ski assist, and redefined the way surfers could approach and ride giant waves. The tow-in surfing boom around the millennium, most prevalent at Jaws on Maui and Maverick’s off Half Moon Bay, California, opened the door to the pioneering of many other waves. Waves considered unrideable or even unapproachable, like the giants at Teahupo’o in Tahiti and Shipsterns Bluff in Tasmania, became rife with chargers yearning to be towed into the craziest waves possible.
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Beauty in Action

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: SNOWBOARDER HANNAH TETER; SURFER KELIA MONIZ; SKIER JULIA MANCUSO; BASE JUMPER ROBERTA MANCINO

 
What is the best way to test out the staying power of your makeup? In an inspiring new campaign, makeup artist Bobbi Brown called in four professional female athletes put her new sweat-resistant, waterproof “Long-Wear Life Proof” eye-makeup line through the paces. Her roster includes surfer Kelia Moniz, alpine ski racer Julia Mancuso, snowboarder Hannah Teter, and BASE jumper Roberta Mancino. A short YouTube video series, called #LONGWEARLIFEPROOF, shows each athlete in action, captured via GoPro, looking gorgeous and smudge-free while surfing, skiing, snowboarding and sky diving. Bobbi Brown told The Huffington Post that these four extreme athletes have taught her that “beauty is about so much more than makeup; it’s about strength, confidence and courage, and that what you put in your body is just as important as what you put on it.”

The impressive campaign brings the products to life, and shows that no matter the woman, the sport, or the conditions, the last thing these fearless females should have to worry about is their makeup.  Says Hannah Teter, “I may be an extreme sport athlete, but I still want to look pretty out there on the slopes”

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Fight Club

 

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Spring Training alert: weak is out and strong is in! One of the most popular fitness trends right now is boxing and a host of NYC gyms and fitness studios are proving that women are not afraid to throw their weight around  — or a jab or a hook or a cross! At Gotham Gym, their slogan “Train Like A Fighter” references the intense conditioning and ripped physiques for which boxers are known. From Title Boxing Club on Manhattan’s Westside, offering boxing and kickboxing classes in a warehouse space hung with punching bags, to Shadowbox, a new spalike boxing studio opening later this month in the Flatiron District, boxing facilities are popping up all over town.

With Victoria’s Secret models Adriana Lima, Doutzen Kroes and Constance Jablonski duking it out with former champion boxer Michael Olajide Jr, co-founder of Aerospace, one of the original boxing fitness studios, they are proving that tough girls are sexy… and so are the styles to go with it! Taking their inspiration from classic fighter style but with a sleek and modern flair, these are the pieces ready to go the distance both in the ring and out!

LEFT COLUMN: CHAMPION SPORTS LEATHER MEDICINE BALL $17.60-34.95. The medicine ball is a boxers favorite training tool for strength training, cardio, flexibility and rock hard abs. These colorful Champion retro leather medicine balls are available in a range of five of weights and colors for all your fitness needs. Y-3 METALLIC HOODED JACKET $917, TRACK PANTS $494. Inspired by the sweatsuits (literally) of boxing and wrestling lore, worn by fighters trying to sweat off excess pounds to “make weight”, no gym is required for this chic silver warm-up collaboration of Yohji Yamamoto and Adidas. NIKE VAPOR SACK $20. Carry all your gloves, wraps, ropes and other training gear in this sleek low profile sackpack. The drawstring closure provides easy access to all your stuff, while the secure zip pocket adds storage space. Available in host of bold and graphic colors combos.
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W.O.W! Nigel Barker & The DogPound

 
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FROM LEFT: DAWIN PENA, NIGEL BARKER, ME, KIRK MYERS, BREY PENA

 
In our WOW (Working Out With) series, yours truly goes head to head with a person of note, in the gym or some other sporting arena, to sweat a bit and talk about what’s up. For this installment, I connected with renowned photographer and fashion television host, Nigel Barker, at Gotham Gym in NYC to work out with his crew, known as the DogPound.

Nigel and I met in 2014 and got to know each other well working on his newest book, Models Of Influence, of which I was the photo editor. Published in February 2015, the book is retrospective of 50 of the most influential models in fashion history and the iconic photographs that defined them. Decade by decade, each chapter spotlights an era, and highlights the “50 Women Who Reset the Course of Fashion.”

Known well for his 17 seasons on “America’s Next Top Model,” Nigel was most recently the host of “The Face,” and is regularly featured on other television shows as the go-to fashion authority. A highly regarded photographer, filmmaker, philanthropist, and author, Nigel is no slouch in the gym either. Six days a week at 5:45 am sharp, he works out with a group of about 15 other guys and 3 very large trainers — Kirk Myers, Dawin Pena, and Brey Pena — aka the DogPound.

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: HANGING LEGS LIFTS AS THE DOGPOUND KEEPS A WATCHFUL EYE; MORE AB WORK WITH LEG THROW DOWNS; NIGEL AND I GO HEAD TO HEAD WITH PUSH-UPS

 

The group was originally assembled by actor Hugh Jackman, and includes various other captains of industry and a few Olympic athletes as well. The name “DogPound” is an homage to “Dali,” Jackman’s French bulldog, who presides over all workouts. The group meets every morning to “smash it,” their signature expression for crushing everything from weightlifting, high intensity interval training (HIIT), and literally smashing things — boxing, hammer drills, hitting drills, ball slams and throws. I got a taste of it, pushing a 200 lb. tire back and forth with Nigel, along with a sampling of other DogPound favorites. A little stomach bug kept me from going full out, but even a shortened session left my heart pumping and eager for another round with the DogPound! After our workout, we talked fitness, fashion, and Models of Influence.
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Stow n’ Go

 

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Spring temperatures may go up and down, but with these featherweight, wind and water resistant, stow n’ go jackets you’ll be ready for whatever the weather may bring. Just fold ‘em, roll ‘em and stash ‘em in your bag, pocket or their own handy pouch. Running errands or running trails, these 9 windbreaking shells, won’t let a little rain slow you down.

TOP ROW: FALKE ERGONOMIC SPORT SYSTEM PACKAWAY SHELL JACKET $300. This featherweight mesh-paneled shell is wind-resistant and water-repellent, while still breathable too. Perfect for all your high intensity outdoor activities, it also features reflective detailing for extra functionality and a striped cuff accent for extra style. ALEXANDER WANG LAMINATED HOODED ANORAK $325. This chic city slicker is laminated with a shiny, water repellant finish. It features an aqua guard zipper, adjustable back drawstring, and front kangaroo stowaway pocket. UNIQLO POCKETABLE HOODED JACKET $39.90. This classic windbreaker can’t be beat for its low price and great array of colors. It is designed to block UV rays, so it’s a great option for sunny days too, and ideal for all your sporty outdoor activities. The contoured cut gives it a feminine, form-fitting look, and it packs away into an included pouch.

MIDDLE ROW: PATAGONIA WOMEN’S HOUDINI JACKET $99. Light as a feather and proven to protect against the elements, this technical running jacket is your go-to-shell for all your outdoor aerobic sports. Breathable and unobtrusive, it features a drawstring waist and a low-profile hood that fits snug with a single pull. Zippered chest pocket converts to palm sized stuff sack. NIKE TECH AEROSHIELD MOTO CAPE $180. Durable and light, this high-tech sport shell delivers versatile protection from the elements. It features a high-standing collar with a packable hood, raglan sleeves for mobility, and perforated lining for breathability. VFILES SPORT PLUS TECH TRACK JACKET $220. Reinterpreting classic sportswear, this unisex nylon pullover takes its inspiration from track and field, and amps it up with graphic modern style. Details include blurred Sport Plus logo, zip pockets on front & back, and mesh lining.

BOTTOM ROW: THE NORTH FACE CLOUD VENTURE JACKET $129. This lightweight shell is waterproof and breathable, and finished with a translucent half layer dot-print lining. It features a fully adjustable hood and large zip vented hand pockets where it can also be stowed. ADIDAS OUTDOOR TERREX AGRAVIC WIND JACKET $170. Made to keep going when the weather has other plans, this ultra-light bold patterned wind jacket stows neatly into its own pack pocket. Breathable Climastorm® blocks wind and light rain, while Formotion® fit offers performance and comfort in motion. Mesh panel on back provides added ventilation. ATHLETA INDIO ANORAK $108. Super-soft lightweight nylon combines with a jersey lining to make this hooded cover-up a cozy topper for your outdoor activities. DWR finish fends off unexpected showers and mist. Full-front zip, drawstring hood, and adjustable hem cinches to fit. Two front slouchy scoop pockets and metal grommets for ventilation add style and functionality.

 

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

 

IT’S MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL OPENING DAY…

…and the official start of another season of America’s favorite pastime! It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t appreciate what makes the game so special… a sunny day at the ball park, or an evening game played under the lights; hearing that crack of the bat and the cheers of the fans echoing in the stands. Even the healthiest among us can’t resist a hot dog, peanuts, and an ice cold beer. It’s a game of tradition and nostalgia, and most of us love watching the game even if we don’t know anything about baseball. It’s made for the fans.

Wouldn’t it be even more fun if you had a few insider tips and knew a bit of trivia about the game and the season to come? Here are the top “9 Things You Need To Know” for the 2015 season. That’s one for each inning, of which there are 9. We assumed you knew at least that.

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1.A-Rod is back

New York Yankee Alex Rodriquez makes his return to baseball after being suspended for a year for using performance-enhancing drugs. Baseball’s bad boy accepted his 162-game suspension for doping, which kept him off the field the entire 2014 season. The suspension, the most severe punishment in baseball history, is said to have cost A-Rod $25 million in salary. Rodriguez may be the man you love to hate in baseball, but games are more exciting with him in the lineup. We hope he has a good season. Everybody loves a comeback!

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2.Derek Jeter is not

Yankee fans are still recovering from Derek Jeter’s retirement after a fairytale farewell season. Number 2 hung up his cap and his number is being retired too. Relive one of his most memorable plays HERE and then get ready for a new era of Yankee baseball. Their new shortstop, Didi Gregorius, has some big cleats to fill! While he’s more known for his glove than his bat, Gregorius had a great spring at the plate, and has fans looking forward to his first season in the Bronx.

 

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3. Uniform style

Most teams have gone traditional in recent years and have multiple variations of their home and away uniforms (the better for merchandising, of course). The Oakland A’s are taking #ThrowbackThursday pretty seriously. At every Thursday home game, the A’s will honor their franchise by repping throwback uniforms and giving away commemorative buttons to the first 5,000 fans.

Our favorite uniforms are still the originals though, many of which are available at EBBETS FIELD FLANNELS. Their authentic wool flannel baseball jerseys, caps and jackets are identical to the originals in fabric and craftsmanship, and have been recreated using the original materials, lettering, sleeve patches and trim.

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Spring Trainers

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: NEW BALANCE FOAM ZANTE; ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST; BROOKS LAUNCH2; SAUCONY TRIUMPH ISO; NIKE FLYKNIT LUNAR 3; ASICS GEL-DS TRAINER 20

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Keeping on the Spring Training theme, there is nothing like running to burn off those winter layers. The fresh air, solitude and simplicity can’t be beat and what better way to get motivated than with a new pair of kicks! These six running shoes have consistently been rated best in class for performance, fit and comfort for 2015. So whether you’re trying to win the race or go the distance, these are the hot trainers for Spring!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: NEW BALANCE FOAM ZANTE $100. The Zante the new addition to the popular Fresh Foam family that New Balance launched last year. It is the speedy version of the also noteworthy, BORACAY, its more cushioned cousin. Great for all types of training from long progression to tempo runs, the Zante was rated Competitor magazine’s “2015 Road Shoe of the Year”. The shoe offers a quick and smooth heel to toe transition that feels fast at any speed. It’s bootie-like design wraps the foot for a sock-like fit with a seamless interior that provides superior comfort.

ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST $180. Run with super reactive spring and cushioning in the new Ultra Boost, the latest evolution in Adidas Boost technology. Fast and comfortable, they feature a seamless stretchy Primeknit upper, and the midsole, comprised entirely of Boost™ foam, offers an incredibly responsive underfoot feel.

BROOKS LAUNCH 2 $100. Lightweight and springy, the updated Brooks Launch 2 features an improved groove under the heel designed to adapt to any footstrike. A hard rubber mid-foot offers more durability, and extra cushioning in the forefoot provides added comfort. The Launch 2 now has a seamless upper construction, with mesh in the toe and heel for maximum airflow, offering an all around great run and value for the price.
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The Final Four

 

 
There was much Madness in March with the Mens 2015 NCAA Basketball Tournament filling the airwaves. It all comes to a conclusion this Monday, April 6th in the championship game, but first the “Final Four” must play for a spot. Those two games go down this Saturday, April 4th.

It has been an exciting tournament so far with heartbreaking upsets and thrilling come-from-behind wins. As we handicapped the bracket for you at the start of the tournament with The 10 Things You Need to Know, here’s a quick recap of the tournament thus far and guide to the Final Four. Toss out at least one of these highlights at a cocktail party this weekend, and you’re guaranteed to impress the crowd!

The bracket. 

Of the 11.57 million brackets submitted to ESPN’s Tournament Challenge, only 182,709 correctly guessed the Final Four.

Who’s left? 

The Final Four will play in two semi-final games. First up will be No. 1 Duke vs. No. 7 Michigan State. This will be Coach K’s (remember we told you that’s Duke coach, Mike Kryzewski’s nickname) 12th Final Four appearance as head coach of the Blue Devils. Game time is 6:09pm on Saturday, April 4th. The next game is No. 1 Kentucky vs. No. 1 Wisconsin at 8:49pm. The Wildcats and the Badgers will meet in a rematch of last year’s Final Four pairing. Kentucky enters the game undefeated for the season.
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ClassPass

 

 

Back in January we ran a monthlong fitness feature, “The 31 Days of Fitness”, taking a different class everyday and sampling all the workout options available a la carte. Our goal was to showcase the plethora of boutique fitness studios offering specialty spinning, yoga, bootcamp, pilates, boxing, rowing classes and more, on a pay-per-class basis. ClassPass unites them all into one monthly gym membership with access to the most popular boutique fitness studios — many of which we included in our 31 Days. Barry’s Bootcamp, Flywheel, AKT In Motion, Aerospace, CityRow, Exhale, Physique 57, Flex Studios, and Mile High Run Club are just a few of the hundreds of participating studios.

The average price of a class at the most popular boutique fitness studios is around $30 depending on the package purchased. If you are working out regularly, say even the prescribed minimum of 3 x per week, this can cost as much in a week as a month at a gym. A ClassPass membership runs from $79 – $99 per month depending on the city. Members have unlimited access to all participating studios, but are limited to taking 3 classes at the same studio each month. ClassPass is available in 31 U.S. cities as well as London, Toronto, and Vancouver, and users book their class reservations through the ClassPass app.

With summer on the horizon, Spring Training is now in session. It’s time to shed those winter coats… and coatings. ClassPass offers a huge variety of great workout options all for one affordable price. No more excuses!

 

Superstar Supercolors

 

 

Collegiate Aqua or Lab Green… Pride Pink or Craft Pink… how does one decide? Now on sale, the 50 colors of the ADIDAS SUPERSTAR SUPERCOLOR collection by style and sneaker aesthete Pharrell offers such variety and subtle variations, they will probably be sold out before you can make up your mind! Click here to shop it nowClick here to read more about the history of this iconic shoe!

 

Spring Colors

 

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The forecast for Spring is bright and sunny, and what better way to put some play in your day than with all this fun sporty gear and apparel! Spring training is now in session and we’ve got the hot stuff you need for all your sports and fitness fun.

 

LEFT COLUMN: ADIDAS ULTRA BOOST RUNNING SHOES $180. Run with super reactive spring and cushioning in the new Ultra Boost, the latest evolution in Adidas Boost technology. Fast and comfortable, they feature a seamless stretchy Primeknit upper, and the midsole, comprised entirely of Boost™ foam, offers an incredibly responsive underfoot feel. ROXY HIGH LINE RASHGUARD $78. Show off those legs with this shorty short sexy one piece rashguard designed for surfing, paddling, volleyball, and all your other beach sports. The Xtra life fabric is chlorine resistant, quick-drying and sun-blocking with UPF 50. JULBO MEGEVE SUNGLASSES $70. Now in vibrant neon colors is the vintage style Megeve by Julbo, known for its mountain-focused style and performance. Lightweight and shock resistant, the versatile Spectron polycarbonate lens blocks 88% of visible light and is ideal for all kinds of outdoor sports. A proceed from sales of the Megève benefit Des Yeux Pour le Monde (Eyes of the World), the charity Julbo founded in 2008 to promote vision health. ALEXANDER WANG JAC MESH AND SUEDE SANDAL $425. Perfect with leggings, shorts, or any sporty look, these chic and colorful slides from Alexander Wang will take you from the gym through all your day’s activities. 11’6 SURFTECH FLOWMASTER $1349. Designed for the outdoor adventurer or entry-level racer, the 11’6″ Flowmaster offers maximum glide with minimal efforts. The kayak-like hull is designed to cut through flat water and chop, and is ideal for those looking to transition to a race style touring board.

CENTER COLUMN: BEATS BY DRE LIMITED EDITION MIXR HEADPHONES $249.99. Available in a rainbow assortment of different colors, these headphones will have you groovin’ through all your workouts, and feature an in-line microphone, rotating ear cups, soft leatherette ear pads, noise isolation, and a molded, flexible headband. CASIO G-SHOCK FOR WOMEN ANA-DIGI WATCH $120. Now for women, this iconic sportwatch boasts great functionality in a vibrantly colored, street-style silhouette. Analog and digital displays combine on a 3D dial that features world time, multiple alarms, 1/100th-second stopwatch, a countdown timer, LED backlight, and more.  SMITH OVERTAKE HELMET $250. Racing or training, this revolutionary new helmet from Smith provides maximum ventilation, superior aerodynamics and improved protection. Available in a host of fun colors for all your cycling adventures, the Overtake is one of the lightest, coolest and toughest helmets out there.

RIGHT COLUMN: DSQUARED2 SPRING 2015. As we saw on the runways for Spring 2015, be it fashion or sport its all about color that pops this season! NIKE SLAM TUNIC $55. On the court or other playing fields, the bright two-tone Nike Slam Tunic Tennis Top features a strappy racerback for support and mobility in multi-sport activities. A lightweight hem offers enhanced ventilation and the scoop neck provides an airy comfortable fitRIP CURL SPECTRUM REVO PANT SWIMSUIT BOTTOMS $34.95. Pair these rainbow striped briefs with any rashguard, bikini or tank top for a look that pops in and out of the water.

 

NikeLab x Sacai

 

 

Now available at Nike.com, NikeLab stores and select specialty boutiques like Dover Street Market, is the eye-popping NikeLab x sacai capsule collection. NikeLab is the most fashion forward division of Nike, recreating its iconic sport pieces as streetwear. Fashion label, sacai, has been referencing and reinterpreting traditional sportswear the last few seasons with its own unique approach. The two were brought together by a shared passion for innovation and a bold expression of style resulting in a new women’s collection that transforms classic performance icons into fashionable sport hybrids.

Nike’s design ethos celebrates the body in motion, which was very much in sync with sacai’s vision for the line. Sacai Founder, Chitose Abe, began her design journey by mining the Nike archives and pulling references from running, tennis and American football, reinterpreting Nike’s heritage sportswear silhouettes. Through Abe’s language of surprise and juxtaposition, the classic Nike Windrunner becomes a skirt featuring plissé-style pleating. A hooded sweatshirt is trimmed with a peplum detail. Panels combine with strategically placed openings and underlays to create fluidity when the garments are still or in motion, playful as the wearer turns from front to back.

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The shared appreciation for innovative materials and technology was paramount to the Nike/sacai design process. The partners explored different ways to utilize the materials at hand and also establish exciting new fabrications. A special mesh lace hem was specifically developed by Nike and Abe to adorn the trim of graphic Nike T-shirts. Read More

 

March Madness: 10 Things You Need To Know

 

 

March Madness has officially begun and it’s the hot topic of conversation everywhere. Kicked off at Selection Sunday last week, the 68 teams have been named to compete in the 2015 NCAA Divison I Men’s Basketball Tournament. The “First Four” qualifying round starts March 17, 18, with 8 teams battling for 4 remaining spots, and then it gets going for real Thursday, March 19! If college basketball is not your area of expertise, here are The 10 Things You Need to Know to get in on the conversation!

1. What the heck is bracketology?

When people say they’re “filling out their bracket,” they mean that they are predicting the winner of each game. The odds of picking a perfect bracket are 1 in 9 quintillion.  In fact, it’s so improbable that last year Warren Buffet offered $1 billion dollars to the person able to pick the winner of all 64 games. This years bracket is above.

2. First is certainly not the worst.

There are 4 regions and the No.1 seeds for each are Duke, Villanova, Wisconsin, and Kentucky.

3. Kentucky is looking to make (more) history.

The Wildcats finished the regular season at 31-0 and are only the fourth team ever to go into March Madness undefeated. With 8 national titles under their belt, Kentucky is second to UCLA on the list of most NCAA Tournament Championships.

4. The Big Dance isn’t a performance at halftime. College basketball fans commonly refer to the NCAA Tournament as “The Big Dance” and when a team is selected to play in it, they are said to be “going dancing.” Impress your friends and colleagues by knowing that the term was coined in 1977 by Marquette coach Al Maguire.

5. Krzyze-what?

Duke’s head coach, Mike Kryzewski, is known as “Coach K” for short. With Duke’s bid to this year’s tourney, Coach K becomes only the 3rd coach in college basketball history to make it to 20 consecutive NCAA Tournaments.
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Pret-A-Sporter Fall 2015

 
PRIVATE DANCER AT OLYMPIA LE-TAN ~ NORDIC POP AT CARVEN ~
THE ROYAL TENNIS-BAUM AT LACOSTE ~ FLAMENCO CHIC AT LANVIN

 

The Fall 2015 Ready To Wear Collections have wrapped and it’s time for our semi-annual retrospective on the sportiest looks from the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris. Designers once again took their inspiration from the playing fields with a mix of varsity style and outdoor chic, along with dance influenced looks. We now present the best of Pret-A-Sporter for Fall 2015…
 

fw-15-3.1TEAM SPIRIT AT PHILIPP PLEIN ~ VERSACE ~ TOMMY HILFIGER ~ MOSCHINO

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Shaun Tomson Drops In

 
 
SHAUN TOMSON DROPPING IN AT PIPELINE ON HIS ZIGZAG HAWAIIAN GUN. PHOTOGRAPH BY JAMES CASSIMUS, 1983; REPLICA OF THAT BOARD NOW ON AUCTION

 
Recently on eBay was a one of a kind replica of legendary surfer Shaun Tomson’s 7’7” 1983 Zigzag Hawaiian Gun. The proceeds of the auction went to benefit the Santa Barbara Boys & Girls Club. The surfboard was created by Tomson, who lives in Santa Barbara, Ca. and serves on its board of directors.

The theme of the auction was “Back To The 80′s”, and Tomson collaborated with Hawaiian shaping master Bill Barnfield, who originally shaped this and many more of his boards, to reproduce this iconic 80′s classic. The board was painstakingly recreated from recently discovered design templates by Barnfield, and featured an airbrushed design by the original artist Suzi Gillette. The neon colors and slash graphics represented the quintessential look of the surfboards from that era.

Shaun Tomson is recognized as one of the greatest surfers in the history of the sport. Born in South Africa, he came to Hawaii in the mid-70’s and quickly made his presence known. “Bustin’ Down The Door”, a large format photography book and documentary he wrote and produced, tells the story of his arrival on the North Shore of Oahu in the winter of 1975 with Australian legends Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew, Mark Richards and Ian Cairns. Surfing the waves of Pipeline, Sunset, and Off the Wall with a radical new approach, brazen attitude and unique style, they garnered much attention and are considered the pioneers of modern day surf style. Read More

 

Get Pumped

 
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It’s been 25 years since Reebok first released “The Pump”, considered an icon in the annals of sneaker history. Originally a basketball shoe, it contained an inflatable chamber that could be pumped with air via a mini ball valve on the tongue.

Reebok has resurrected this 80’s classic with updated technology in the recently released ZPump Fusion, its new running and training shoe. Made to adapt to the contours of the foot, a lightweight inflatable chamber surrounds the foot. The pump actuator has been moved to the ankle. When pushed it channels air into the chamber, which expands and molds around the foot for a locked-in fit. The shoe features a sock-like construction with a seamless 360-degree stretch compression sleeve and boasts high-speed, underfoot performance and control with its grooved outsole. The ZPump Fusion is also customizable and can be designed with colors and graphics of your choosing as shown above.
 
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Slip ‘N Slide

 

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It may still be snowing, but warmer temperatures are on the way, and our feet can’t wait to slip into these sporty spring slides. Taking their inspiration from pool and soccer sandals, and outdoorsy Birkenstocks too, these slides from designers like Mark Jacobs, Band Of Outsiders, and Vince have classic sport styling with some extra sparkle and flair.

LEFT COLUMN: SWEAR LES(ART)ISTS 2 $180; SOPHIA WEBSTER “YAYOI” LEATHER SLIDES $270; VINCE “ORSON” CROSS STRAP SANDAL $195; ACNE STUDIOS “KLEATE” SANDAL $440; RIGHT COLUMN: MARC BY MARC JACOBS TECH PRINTED RUBBER SLIDES $100; NIKE BENASSI JDI SLIDE $20; GIVENCHY SWISS GLITTER DOUBLE BUCKLE SANDAL $1050; BAND OF OUTSIDERS LOAFER FRONT SLIP ON SANDAL $295

 

Freezy Freakies

 
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For all you big kids who grew up in the 80’s, nostalgic for the pop culture style trends of your youth, Freezy Freakies are back! For those who have no idea what we’re talking about, Freezy Freakies were the color changing gloves many of us wore as kids, that are now available for the first time in adult sizes. Made with thermocromatic ink that is transparent in warm temperatures, the colorful designs on the Freezy Freakies gloves are only revealed in cold temperatures.

Four popular original designs — Unicorn, Turbo, Ski Alpine and Fighter Jet — are being produced once again, but for big kids, i.e. grown-ups, only. They now boast updated performance features like a soft microfleece lining and toasty Thinsulate™ midlayer. They are available in a limited edition so don’t miss out on this blast from the past. Plus, Freezy Freakies give you a reason to like the cold, which is good because it’s March and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere.

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Zen Came Tulum

 
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: YOUR EDITOR, IN A JOYOUS MORNING STRETCH, WEARING LULULEMON STUDIO RACERBACK TOP AND PRISMSPORT DAISY CAPRI LEGGINGS; POST YOGA BREAKFAST; TWO HALVES OF A WHOLE: HALLE BECKER AND LOREN BASSETT; VIEW FROM THE DECK AT AMANSALA; ROBERTA ROLLER RABBIT ETOILE PAJAMA SHIRT; BEACHFRONT ACCOMMODATIONS AND LOUNGE OPTIONS AT AMANSALA

 
There are not a lot of people who could convince this non-yogi to go on a yoga retreat but when Halle Becker — one of the things I wrote I did not hate in “The Six Things I Hate About Yoga”– told me she was leading one with Loren Basset in Tulum, Mexico, I booked my spot before you could say “ohm”.

Past the line-up of all-inclusive resort complexes on the Mayan Riviera is the still unspoiled stretch of beach of Tulum Mexico, an eco-chic holiday destination that has long been a mecca for yoga retreats. The resorts there are made up of beachfront thatched roofed huts and open air palapa studios that are the dream settings for any yoga class. Our retreat would be at the Amansala, a longstanding favorite and home of the “Bikini Bootcamp“. A yoga vacation would be a better description than retreat, because although the meals were filled with deliciously fresh and healthy offerings, we would not be retreating from such guilty pleasures as chips, guacamole and margaritas. And while there was a 2 hour yoga class in the morning and 1 1/2 hour class in the afternoon, I opted for my own one class a day plan, which for 5 days in a row was more yoga than I practice in a month.

Halle Becker and Loren Basset have been friends for 8 years. Halle was originally Loren’s student at a studio called “Some Like it Hot.” I know them both from Pure Yoga. On a whim, they decided to organize a retreat 4 years ago. The first year had 16 people who they begged to come and they hosted it at the remote Holbox Island resort in Mexico. Their second retreat was at Amansala, where it has been ever since, and by chance that year Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, Reece Witherspoon, and Demi Moore happened to be staying. They joined Halle and Loren’s classes for fun, which you can only imagine was off the hook. The retreats have grown in size each year and been sold out ever since. Read More

 

Sporting Spring

 

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It’s hard to tell the sport from the fashion brands this spring, with designers labels like Miu Miu, Cynthia Rowley, DKNY and Roksanda Ilincic taking their inspiration from the playing fields, and luxe athletic brands like Monreal London, Lacoste, and Lucas Hugh finding theirs on the runways. Cross genre the look is sporty with bold stripes, graphic cut-outs and geometric patterns as the common thread. Whether surfing, playing tennis, working out or just running around, with these chic and sporty spring styles you’ll be ready for action whatever the day may bring.

LEFT COLUMN: CYNTHIA ROWLEY ATHLETIC STRIPE WETSUIT $210; MIU MIU HOODED SHELL PARKA $595; FLAGPOLE SWIM JOELLEN COLORBLOCK CUT-OUT SUIT $398; TEVA FLATFORM SANDAL $50; CENTER COLUMN: ROKSANDA ILINCIC POLKA-DOT CREPE DRESS $1350; MONREAL LONDON STRETCH JERSEY MESH PLAYSUIT $530; RIGHT COLUMN: LACOSTE FASHION SHOW ASYMMETRICAL PRINTED SWEATER $295; LUCAS HUGH PARAGON CAPRI $275; BOAST COURT ZIP-UP $128; NIKE MARIA SHARAPOVA TENNIS SKIRT $65

 

A Decade of Adidas by Stella McCartney

 
ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY STORE, AVENTURA MALL, MIAMI

 
Just opened in Miami’s Aventura Mall is the new Adidas by Stella McCartney store, their second stand alone store in the US. It features the new Spring/Summer 2015 capsule collection which marks the ten-year anniversary of the collaboration between Stella McCartney and Adidas. The brand has become synonymous with the “Ath-Leisure” category of the fashion market, and the booming 35.1 billion activewear industry that now represents 17% of all apparel sales.

From Run to Yoga to Swim, Stella McCartney calls the new line “a combination of strong design aesthetic with true performance technologies”. It utilizes Adidas’s trademark fabrics like Techfit (bands which offer compression and stability,) Climachill and Climacool (temperature control to ensure maximum performance) and BOOST footwear (an innovative foam storing thousands of energy capsules for reactive cushioning.)

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RAVEN STUDIO PERFORMANCE T-SHIRT; ESSENTIALS SHORTS, PERFORMANCE TANK, ADIPURE RUNNING SHOES; WEEKENDER PALM PRINTED PULLOVER

 
Along with the endurance and performance technology, the Spring/Summer 2015 collection is filled with vibrant colors, graphic prints and sleek lines, designed to compliment the female physique with a combination of compression fit, flattering cuts, and high fashion styling. In the crowded space that has become fashion athletic wear, this collaboration continues to push the boundaries of that intersection of sport and style for which it has become recognized, and to define all day workout chic.

Additional reporting by Danielle Braha
 

From the Ski Runs to the Runways

 
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Last week we were in Vail/Beaver Creek, Colorado for the World Ski Championships. This week we are back in our home turf of NYC for New York Fashion Week. A video popped into our email feed from Vogue this morning, filmed with a GoPro, and capturing an action packed day in the life of supermodel Karlie Kloss. It shows this gorgeous model, at the top of her game, from dawn til dusk, on a typical NY Fashion Week day.

GoPro cameras are noted as hi-def action cams, usually employed by adrenaline junkies, looking to immortalize their extreme pursuits. We thought we’d share a more typical Go Pro video we saw last week of skier Julie Mancuso, a supermodel in her own right, on her typical day, capturing a different kind of action. Julie was at Vail at the World Championships competing in both the speed and slalom events, and “modeling” her new signature line of POC goggles, sunglasses and helmet in competition. A decorated Olympian, she has won the most medals of any female alpine skier, with a gold in the giant slalom at the 2006 Winter Olympics, a silver in both downhill and combined (downhill & slalom) in 2010, and a bronze in the combined in 2014. When she’s not on the slopes, Julie is on the waves paddling and surfing, splitting her time between Squaw valley and Hawaii. Check out this “Wonder Woman” in action.
 

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Be My Sporty Valentine

 

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Happy Valentine’s Day! We are celebrating our love of all things sporty with red hearted, kiss covered, lip smacking gear and accessories we think you’ll love too!

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: PHILIPP PLEIN PARADISE DRESS $625. Smack dab on the kisser, you’ll be feeling the love of this sleeveless graphic lips print dress with its sporty racerback style. NIKE TECH CAPE $130. The Nike Tech Women’s Cape, with its scuba hood and drop-tail hem, is made with a thermal construction for lightweight warmth in red Valentine’s style. GIRO ASPECT BIKE HELMET $170. This hot red helmet goes beyond simple protection with its sleek look and top-notch technology. PLAY CDG X CONVERSE $135. Commes Des Garcons and Converse hooked up and gave birth to this love child, a heart covered classic Pro Leather sneaker. J.CREW VINTAGE COTTON KISS KISS TEE $39.50. It’s twice the love with this double kiss tee. Made with soft vintage cotton, its heathered texture has that cozy worn-in feel. JENNIFER FISHER LARGE HEART GOLD PLATED NECKLACE $340. Cupid’s arrow hit the target straight through the heart with this gold plated pendent necklace.

BOGS URBAN FARMER 2-EYE LACE BATIK BOOTS $95. Stay dry and comfortable with these durable garden and rain boots. They are 100% waterproof with a Max-Wick™ lining to absorb and evaporate any moisture. MARKUS LUPFER JEWELED BEANIE $225. This knit merino wool jewel beanie features crystal embellishments along the brim to keep you warm with some extra sizzle and shine. ELECTRIC ED01 – T NATO WATCH $120. “Be Cool Man” with this digital tide predictor watch, with moon phase, calendar, alarm, countdown and chronograph that let’s you know when surf’s up. The velcro wrap band makes waves too with its graphic style. ELECTRA INDY 5 3I $879.99. It’s old-school cool redefined with this hot red Electra cruiser. You gotta love the spring seat, swept-back handlebars, and painted-to-match fenders for extra style. Three gears add a little push up any hills, with front disc and rear coaster brakes to let you stop on a dime.

CENTER: RAY-BAN AVIATOR SUNGLASSES $170. It’s the classic Ray-Ban aviator, red hot for Valentines Day. ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY SLIDES $100. A chic and sporty poolside sandal, these slides feature a minimal two strap design, comfortable shaped footbed and grooved rubber outsole.

 

Confirmed & Snkr

 
NIKE SNKRS STATION: INTERACTIVE  POP-UP SHOP AT BOWERY & GREAT JONES ST. IN NYC

 
Within a week of each other, timed with two major style and sport events in NYC, New York Fashion Week and the NBA All-Star Game, Nike and Adidas have released shopping apps for those who must have the newest sneakers drop at their fingertips. Nike’s new shopping app, SNKRS, features a calendar of both upcoming and recently launched sneakers, and allows users to set notifications for upcoming releases so they can grab the new drops within minutes of their release. It allows users to curate and customize the sneakers featured, and also saves the user’s billing, shipping and sizing information for speedy in-app checkout. To announce and promote the app, a pop-up shop at the corner of Bowery and Great Jones St. in lower Manhattan has been set up for NBA All Star Weekend, showcasing the apps features in a giant interactive shoebox.
 
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 ADIDAS CONFIRMED APP

 

Adidas also just released “Confirmed” in advance of Kanye West’s Yeezy Boost sneakers going on sale in New York this Saturday and timed with his New York Fashion Week presentation. Its primary function is allowing users to reserve their coveted drops for in-store pick-up, although this user was not quick enough to snag a pair of those Yeezy Boosts herself.
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Vail 2015: Julia Ford

 
 JULIA FORD AT BEAVER CREEK THIS WEEK

 
Earlier this week we got a chance to hang out with, Julia Ford, 24, a multi-disciplined U.S. Ski Team racer, as impressive off the course as on. We wanted to gain some insight into the events at the World Ski Championships here at Vail/Beaver Creek and who best to hear from but a pro!

Julia competed in Sochi at the 2014 Winter Olympics, and was a self-professed dark horse to make the team. “I had a great season leading up to the games”, she told us, “and earned enough World Cup points to be named to the Olympic Team. But I still had to fight for a spot and didn’t even know in which events I would be competing.” Primarily a Downhill skier, her east coast upbringing in Vermont gave her the technical skills strong enough to make the team as a Slalom skier, but with just three weeks to prepare.

Julia isn’t competing here, but is using this high level competition to train for upcoming World Cup events. She was the “forerunner” of the Ladies Downhill event on Friday — the first one down the course, racing it full speed to make sure it was good to go. Both speed events of the Ladies Downhill and Super-G were won by hundreths of second, and we asked her about these razor thin margins of victory, which can literally come down to which way the wind blows. “Sometimes it blows in your direction, sometimes not. It’s part of the ups and downs of the sport, and one of the variables you can’t do anything about. You just hope it blows your way on the bigger events.”

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JULIA ON THE SLALOM COURSE IN SOCHI 2014; POST DOWNHILL TRAINING THURSDAY IN BEAVER CREEK

 
Julia embodies so many of the qualities you hope to see in a professional athlete – a great competitor and also a role model. As one of four kids in a ski racing family, the road to the U.S. Ski Team was pretty clear for Julia, who was ripping around Vermont’s Okemo Mountain at age three. A graduate of the Holderness School in New Hampshire, she served as the school’s president, and was the captain of both the varsity soccer and lacrosse teams — all while being a member of the U.S. Development Ski Team. Julia continues to be involved with the school as an ambassador. Her mom is a coach on the ski team, and Julia still goes back to ski with the kids and share her experiences.

Julia is also involved with YES in Boston which stands for Youth Enrichment Services. Their “Operation SnowSports” program gives urban youth the opportunity to gain new experiences in the great outdoors, interact with positive role models, and learn to ski and snowboard. Most recently she attended “Sisters On The Slope”, hanging out with the girls and teaching them to ski.  “Skiing has had a huge impact on who I am and the dreams I strive to achieve,” Julia says. “I hope to help others discover the power of belief, confidence, and possibility that I’ve learned through skiing, but can also be applied to all aspects of life.”

 

Vail 2015: World Ski Championships

 
LINDSAY VONN FINISHING A DOWNHILL TRAINING RUN

 
We’re coming to you live this week from Vail/Beaver Creek, Colorado where the 2015 Alpine World Ski Championships are under way. Next to the Olympics, this is skiing’s premier event, with the Downhill, Super-G, Giant Slalom, and Slalom races all happening from February 2-15. The last time the World Championships were held in the US was also right here back in 1999. Every major champion skier is in town like Americans Lindsay Vonn (home town favorite), Bode Miller, Mikaela Shiffrin and Ted Ligety, along with Austrians Marcel Hirscher and Anna Fenninger, Norway’s Kjetil Jansrud, and Frenchman Alexis Pinturault, among many more of the world’s best.

The town is buzzing with excitement, filling the stands of Red Tail stadium, constructed at the finishes of the legendary “Birds of Prey”, where the men are racing, and “Raptor”, making its World Championship debut as the new women’s speed course. There are free concerts every night at the Solaris in Vail, where the medals, opening, and closing ceremonies are taking place. It’s one big party! Spectating at all events is free and open to the public.

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: CANADIAN PRO RACER MARIE MICHELE GAGNON; HAVING FUN CHECKING OUT MY NEW SMITH I/O 7 GOGGLES & VANTAGE HELMET; TIGER WOODS IN THE CROWD CHEERING ON GIRLFRIEND LINDSAY VONN; SAFETY NETS LINING THE COURSE; BODE MILLER’S CRASH IN THE MENS SUPER-G; A PACKED HOUSE AT RED TAIL STADIUM

 
THE RACES: The Womens Super-G was raced on Tuesday and won in thrilling style by .03 seconds on a course shortened at the last minute by 650 feet due to winds and snowfall. 2014 Olympic Champion Anna Fenninger of Austria took gold, Tina Maze of Slovenia won the silver by .15 seconds, and Lindsay Vonn took the bronze.

The Men’s Super-G was no less dramatic Thursday, with a gut wrenching crash by American Bode Miller, who was making his first appearance after back surgery. Laying down a run which was the fastest of the day up until that point, he nipped a gate and was sent spinning and sliding down the course, severing his right hamstring tendon. While possibly career ending, he tweeted after surgery “Feeling lucky since things could have been way worse.” Austria’s Hannes Reichelt was the fastest of the day, followed by Canada’s Dustin Cook, and Adrien Theaux of France.
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Cryotherapy

 
 C’MON IN… IT’S FREEZING INSIDE!

 
Last week, on the snow day that was the Blizzard of 2015, I trekked over to another frozen tundra called KryoLife on West 57th St, to try “Cryotherapy”, where I stood naked in the cold in 240F below zero temperatures.

The translation of Cryotherapy is literally cold therapy. You enter what is called a Cryosauna (a bit of an oxymoron) and for 3 minutes are exposed to arctic temperatures that have been chilled by liquid nitrogen gas. Because the air has no moisture and there are no air currents, you actually don’t perceive the cold to be as extreme as it is.

Whole Body Cryotherapy is a popular rehabilatation tool in leading medical centers, health spas, and Olympic centers in Europe, and is becoming more widely used here in the US. It has been clinically proven to alleviate pain in those suffering with musculoskeletal, degenerative and joint diseases, as well as autoimmune diseases. It has also proven effective as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory on athletes and in sport performance, for post workout recovery and injury prevention.

Cryotherapy was first invented in 1978 by a doctor in Japan to reduce pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis patients. He discovered benefits of cold therapy — not as it related to chilling the underlying tissue, but the nerves known as thermoreceptors that perceive temperature change. In other words, the perception of cold was optimal, as opposed to actual cold. His goal became to find a method to cool the greatest amount of skin in the shortest amount of time, without allowing the cold to penetrate the body.

For athletes, the ice bath has been the go to recovery treatment for traumatic injuries, chronic overuse, and preventative measures. Cryotherapy offers those same therapeutic benefits, and more, with rapid short term freezing, as compared to the gradual, uncomfortable and deep cooling of an ice bath. World champion sprinter, Usain Bolt had a mobile Cryotherapy unit at the 2012 London Olympic games for relief from back injury; Alberto Salazar used it coaching runners Galen Rupp & Mo Farah for the Olympic games; and soccer star Christiano Ronaldo has his own private cryochamber installed at his home. Read More

 

The 31 Days of Fitness!

 

 
We celebrated the new fitness year all January with the Get Back On Track 31 DAYS OF FITNESS. I’m excited to say the month is now complete! I checked out a different workout everyday at all of the most popular boutique fitness studios in NYC to highlight the multitude of fitness options available. With such a wide variety of workouts and classes, there is no excuse not to be in shape this 2015! We’re based in NYC, but many of these studios have multi-city locations and even DVDs, and there are similar style workouts close to your home town. Check out our day by day reviews below and we hope to see you working out soon at one these studios!

The classes are rated 1-5 on three criteria: Cardio; Strength/Toning; Girly/Macho. 1 is easiest, 5 is hardest, and for the last category, 1 = girly and 5=macho.

DAY 31: CROSSFIT & PURE BARRE. I decided for my grand finale to double down with two very different workouts — in fact they are polar opposites. While CrossFit is about big movements and full range of motion, Pure Barre is about tiny isolated movements. Both are equally hard, just made for two different fitness personalities.

CrossFit is probably the biggest fitness phenomenon across the country and around the world with a network of more than 11,000 affiliated gyms. CrossFit itself is defined as “constantly varied functional movements performed at relatively high intensity”. Functional movements mean exercises that make you stronger in the things you do everyday. It’s useful strength. Luckily for me, the free Intro to CrossFit class was only 10 minutes of actually working out, but in that short period of time we got a good taste of what it’s all about. For 10 minutes straight we did a circuit of 5 pull-ups, 10 push-ups and 15 squats for as many rounds as we could until time was up. Exercises are performed correctly, with a full range of motion, for short amounts of time, and with maximum intensity. There is no cheating, although pre-approved modifications are allowed. CrossFit is also about the community that arises when people do these workouts together. In fact, the communal aspect of CrossFit is a key component of why it’s so effective. The workouts are the same for every class all day and change each day, so everyone is on the same program and helps motivate one another. This was very apparent at Crossfit NYC where I checked out the program this morning. C=4 / ST=5 / GM=5

Pure Barre is also one of the biggest fitness studios with locations nationwide. The workout was similar to other barre workouts I’ve done this month and for this big muscle athlete very difficult! The class utilizes the barre, elastic bands and rubber balls in small, isolated and controlled movements targeting the glutes, thighs, arms and abs. The exercises are very difficult and effective, but not a lot of fun. It’s just hard work, which is fine if that’s all you want in an exercise class. Me? I need smiles and laughs during my physical torture! Cudos to instructor Alana Epstein at Pure Barre Union Square, however, for staying cheery and upbeat throughout the tough workout I barely survived on the last day of the 31 Days of Fitness! C=1 / ST=5 / GM=1 Read More

 

Snow Day: Nordic Style!

 

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It’s a SNOW DAY and a perfect time to go outside and play. Cross country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, building snowmen and making snow angels… we’re doing it all with Nordic Style! It’s a modern mix of classic snowflake beanies and sweaters, combined with new technical layers and gear. We’ve got everything you need for fun in the snow and the toasty layers to keep you out there in style.

COLUMN 1: FISCHER MYSTIQUE MY STYLE CROSS COUNTRY SKIS. Designed for the fitness-oriented woman and ideal for groomed tracks, these skis have Wide Body Technology for enhanced stability and climbing performance. The basefinish is an Ultra Tuning which offers unrestricted gliding. COLUMN 2: FISCHER MY STYLE XC TOURING CROSS COUNTRY SKI BOOTS $104.95. Paired with the skis, these My Style Cross-Country Ski Boots are a great choice for recreational in-track skiing with extra insulation to protect against the cold. BULA ACAPULCO BEANIE $19.99. Classic nordic style, this beanie is the perfect top off your snow day look! THE NORTH FACE WOMEN’S THERMOBALL VEST $149. A signature North Face piece in shimmery silver, the ThermoBall vest is constructed with insulation baffles designed to trap and retain heat for extra warmth in cold, wet weather. The contoured fit flatters the body so you look great out in the cold too. HESTRA WINDSTOPPER GLOVES $65. This cross country ski glove is specially designed for women’s hands. The tight fit and classical embroidery let you keep warm and look great as you glide across the snow.

COLUMN 3: PATAGONIA NANO-AIR HOODY $299. Warm, stretchy and extremely breathable, the Nano-Air Hoody sets a new standard for technical insulation. Merging the comfort and breathability of open fleece, with the protection and warmth of a puffy, this is the perfect jacket for all your winter sports. GARNEAU TRANSITION 723 SNOWSHOES $200. Designed specifically for running, the women’s Transition 723 snowshoes are made to move fast on flat, snowy terrain and keep you running all winter long. DALE OF NORWAY HEMSEDAL SWEATER JACKET $299. Since 1879 Dale of Norway has been making classic Norwegian sweaters, the iconic look of Nordic skiing. This sporty zippered cardigan is inspired by the same patterns of the original Cortina Olympic sweater and has great style indoors and out. SMITH PIVLOCK ASANA $159. Sleek and featherlight, the women’s Pivlock Asana is a perfect fit for your favorite winter sports. With a rimless design, two-position adjustable nosepiece and performance mirrored lens, these sunglasses are ready for the sunshine on a snow day.

COLUMN 4: ROSSIGNOL ICONIC WOMENS TIGHTS $150. Designed for cross country skiing, these body-hugging stretch leggings are perfect for all your active winter sports. A dual-material construction with stretch lycra on the back and a soft-shell layer on front makes them light, breathable with extra resistance to wind and snow. SMARTWOOL WOMENS PHD MEDIUM SKI SOCKS $25.95. For high impact absorption and ultimate warmth on snowy days the merino wool PhD Ski Medium delivers. The patented ReliaWool™ technology provides superior durability and the 4 Degree™ elite fit system creates a sock that never bunches, slips or binds.

 

Lindsey Vonn: The Climb

 
 
LINDSAY VONN WINNING HER 64TH WORLD CUP VICTORY TODAY/AP PHOTO

 
“Lindsay Vonn: The Climb” aired on NBC today, remarkably timed with her 64th World Cup victory in the Giant Slalom in St. Moritz. This documentary follows her journey back from two devastating crashes, two knee surgeries, and highlights her relentless determination to get back on skis and on top of the podium. This makes all the more impressive her 63rd World Cup victory on Monday, which made her the winningest woman in ski racing history.

Produced by Red Bull Media House, in association with NFL Films and NBC Olympics, the film features never-before-seen footage and gives viewers an inside look at the past 22 months of Vonn’s life, from the hard-to-watch crashes to the operating room to the grueling rehab. With extraordinary access, there is even quite a lot of screentime with boyfriend Tiger Woods, who together with she shares the story of her fight to come back.

Says Vonn, “The last two years have been filled with some of the biggest ups and downs of my career, and I’m excited to share this story with my fans. This is the most inside look I’ve ever given to my world, and I hope it inspires others who are going through challenges to keep getting back up when they are down.” The next stop is the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in Vail and Beaver Creek February 2-15, where Vonn will be competing in her hometown, providing her story with even more great sports drama.

Encore presentations of “Lindsey Vonn: The Climb” will air on NBC beginning in February and will be available digitally on Red Bull TV starting January 28.
 
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Posh Pedal Pushers

 

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Whether riding indoors or out, every cyclist needs a shoe that matches their skill level and time spent on the bike. These shoes should be as stylish as any others you would put on your feet, especially as there are so many beautifully designed cycling shoes on the market. One may think for spinning you don’t need a performance cycling shoe, but an indoor cyclist actually puts as much pressure on their feet in a 45-minute class as a 3 hour outdoor ride. The same features a competitive cyclist would look for in a road shoe are just as important for the avid spinner.

Assuming you ride with some frequency, you want a shoe that is going to be comfortable, fit well and of course, look great! The difference between a high priced shoe and a less expensive one is the fabric used in the upper, the material used on the sole, and the buckle system. Brands fit differently… some narrow, some wide, and all offer high and low priced options. Here are 10 chic cycling shoes for both men and women, every budget and every level, ready to go the distance.

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GIRO TRANS E70 $200. Giro makes some of the most stylish bike gear on the market with the performance to match. The Trans™ E70 features a perforated upper that conforms to the foot, and the acclaimed SuperNatural Fit footbed with adjustable arch support for optimal comfort and pedaling efficiency. Combined with the Easton EC70™ carbon composite outsole, replaceable heel pads, and ratcheting buckle closure, this shoe offers a lot of performance for the price.

DIADORA SPEEDRACER 2 $234.99. Engineered and developed for the pros, the Speedracer 2 features an ultra-thin, but very rigid full carbon/fiberglass sole for efficient power transfer. Innovative features like the Power Flow ventilation system, V-Fit adjust strap and ergonomic insole deliver the highest level of performance.

SHIMANO SH-R088 $119.95. The Shimano SH-R088 road shoes are perfect for indoor fitness and outdoor recreational riders. A lightweight, fiberglass reinforced sole provides pedal power while the stretch-resistant upper enhances stability. Air intake/exhaust system offers continuous ventilation, Dynalast promotes a smoother, more energy-efficient upstroke, and dual offset straps with micro-adjust ratchet give a snug, pressure-free fit.
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And The Winner Is…

 

 

We are very excited to announce the winner of the Style Of Sport “We Love Winter” Snowboard Giveaway. Kaitlin Carmel (funny name coincidence) has won the brand new GNU B-PRO GOLD KAITLYN FARRINGTON snowboard. This Limited Edition board is the signature ride of 2014 Olympic Women’s Half-Pipe gold medalist, Kaitlyn Farrington. Congrats Kaitlin, and thanks everyone for all your submissions and great reasons to love winter… we do too!

On an unexpected note, last Friday Kaitlyn Farrington announced her retirement from competitive snowboarding due to a degenerative spine condition called congenital cervical stenosis, a narrowing of the canal formed by the vertebrae through which the spinal cord runs. When we spoke to Kaitlyn in early December, she told us about a back injury that was going to keep her off the contest circuit for a while, but a recent MRI revealed a much more serious condition. According to ESPN, a fall on a jump in Austria in October, by far not the worst of her career, left her numb from the neck down for a few minutes. She recovered fairly quickly, and in fact was able to snowboard the next day. When she returned home to Salt Lake City, she began physical therapy, but with lingering issues, she decided to see a spine specialist who diagnosed her condition.

“I thought I was too young to hear the word ‘retirement,’” she told ESPN. “There’s so much I still want to do in the halfpipe. I thought I’d be pushing the sport for many more years and try to make the Olympic team in 2018. But the risk of snowboarding in a halfpipe or hitting jumps is too high. It’s been tough to accept, but I’m retiring from competitive snowboarding.” The good news is while she can no longer compete, she can still snowboard and enjoy what she loves so much about winter.

We are big fans of Kaitlyn’s here at Style of Sport, and expect nothing but greatness from this young champion. In her typical upbeat manner she told us, “Thank you for all the support and I’m looking forward to always having 100% FUN as I take on my next endeavors!”

Attitude is everything! And to the other Kaitlin… enjoy the ride!

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Valley Uprising

 
TOMMY CALDWELL, LEFT, AND KEVIN JORGESON ON THE DAWN WALL OF EL CAPITAN IN YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK.
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The world watched as climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson made their way up the Dawn Wall of El Capitan, free climbing its virtually sheer granite face for the first time in history, in what many consider to be the greatest climb of all time.

In free climbing, ropes are used only to protect in case of a fall, not to assist the ascent. What makes this climb so remarkable is how flat this wall is, with very few cracks and ledges for their hands and feet to hold on to. Caldwell and Jorgeson have now completed the most difficult sections or “pitches”, and could conceivably reach the top by the end of the week. The New York Times has been covering their ascent daily, and recently featured this interactive look at their climb: Dawn Wall: El Capitan’s Most Unwelcoming Route.

There are about 100 routes up El Capitan, first summited from the valley floor in 1958. Only 13 have ever been free climbed. “Valley Uprising”, a new film about the history of climbing in Yosemite by Sender Films has just been released on DVD and looks at the culture of the sport and this climbing mecca, from the 1950′s to the present day. Like what cool indie sport documentary, “Dog Town & Z-Boys”, did for skateboarding, and “Riding Giants” did for big wave surfing, “Valley Uprising” does for climbing, with great vintage images and footage, showcasing the rebel counterculture of climbing and the colorful personalities of its athletes.
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The Superstar

 
KAREEM ABDUL JABBAR ON COURT WEARING THE ADIDAS PRO MODEL

 
Will the Adidas Superstar become the sneaker of 2015, as the Stan Smith was in 2014? Judging by the promos now flooding social media with sneaker maven, Adidas ambassador, and ultimate trendsetter Pharrell, the answer is yes. But the Superstar has been on our radar, like all iconic sneakers of history, for many years, first as an athletic shoe, and then as a fashion sneaker.

The Superstar was originally worn for its performance on the court by pro basketball players in the early 1970s. It had been preceded by a high-top model, the Adidas Pro Model, which was first launched in 1965. The rubber cap, based on a seashell design, was introduced in 1969. With its rubber toe protection and non-marking sole, the shoe caught the attention of some of the best players in ABA and NBA — most notably Kareem Abdul Jabbar.

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RUN DMC, LEFT; THE NEW ADIDAS SUPERSTAR 80’S VINTAGE, RIGHT

 
But it was RUN DMC and hip-hop culture that made the Superstar explode in popularity in the 1980s. The Superstar became synonymous with the group and its style, and they were ultimately given a $1 million advertising deal by Adidas.

Adidas just relaunched the Superstar with Rita Ora, David Beckham, and Pharrell as its spokespeople in the promotional video seen below. It is currently available in four colors in an 80’s Vintage model. Judging by the hype and its hip style, this does looks to be the sneaker of the year. As with the Stan Smith, we are looking forward to fashion’s interpretation of the Superstar and which designers make the shoe their sneaker muse.
 
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Sport Luxe

 

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From an Hermes bicycle to Keith Haring Skis to Chanel goggles to a Vuitton punching bag, this is the ultimate in sport luxury! If money is no object, these designer and top of the line sport pieces are ready for action with the chicest of style.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: HERMES LE FLANEUR $11,300. This Hermes unisex leisure bicycle in constructed of Spanish white carbon with smooth taurillon leather on seat, handle and trim. With 8 gears, it is exceptionally light, durable and comfortable. KJUS DIAMOND JACKET $1799. This warm European white duck down ski jacket features 600 fill insulation, 4 way stretch fabric, and award winning Solar+™ treatment from Schoeller® for extra protection from the cold. It is adorned with style details like a Swarovski crystal application and detachable fur trim at the hood. PARK ACCESSORIES SUDBURY GYM BAG $545. Like all of Park’s luxe sport bags, the Sudbury Gym Bag is crafted in rich, Italian coated canvas with vachetta leather trim that is as durable as it is chic. It is functional as well with adjustable leather straps for a yoga mat, an interior detachable signature plaid nylon pouch, and multiple interior and exterior zip and slip pockets. MONREAL LONDON SHORT SLEEVE PERFORMANCE TENNIS DRESS $420. Monreal London creates functional activewear with a high-fashion edge. This performance tennis dress is made from technical white stretch-jersey that’s designed to keep you cool on the court and off. CHANEL SHIELD RIMLESS SKI MASK $500. These stealth rimless ski goggles with their woven Chanel signature strap are the ultimate in downhill style guaranteed to turn heads as you race down the mountain.

BOMBER SKI RED SNAKE KEITH HARING $2500. Bomber All-Mountain skis are handcrafted in a small race lab in Italy with the highest level of craftsmanship and technology. The Red Snake Haring is part of the Artist Series collection, and each design in the limited production run features selected artwork from Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. I-GUCCI XXL SPORT $1500. Sail away with this digital chronograph distinctive for its bright perforated orange rubber strap and graphic face. The display can be set to show two time-zones and switched into analogue mode as well. This particular I-Gucci Sport Regatta countdowns the 5 minutes preceding the start of a regatta, and then automatically activates the chronograph. JIMMY CHOO SHEARLING LINED LEATHER AND PIQUE-SHELL BOOTS $1,595. These chic and rugged boots are designed to provide exceptional protection from cold and wet weather conditions and look fab too! KASK CLASS SHINE HELMET $479.95. This sleek integrated helmet with panoramic visor features an ergonomic design and micrometrical adjustment buckle for a great fit and anti-wind, anti-fog, anti-scratch protection.

CENTER: LOUIS VUITTON ICONCLASTS KARL LAGERFELD PUNCHING BAG $4400. Karl Lagerfeld combined the codes of sport and luxury to create the Punching Bag, a key piece of the Boxing suite designed to celebrate the Louis Vuitton Monogram collection. While you could take a swing at it, most will prefer to use this elegant sporty bag for travel or the gym. The Punching Bag features expandable sides, a single zip closure and double chain handles in burnished brass. ELISABETH WEINSTOCK MANILA BOXING GLOVES $1450. These painted anaconda boxing gloves are a knock out in and out of the ring.

 

Kaitlyn Farrington Likes Gold

 
FROM OLYMPIC GOLD TO BRUT GOLD (ARMAND DE BRIGNAC CHAMPAGNE).
2014 OLYMPIC SNOWBOARD WOMEN’S HALF-PIPE GOLD MEDALIST, KAITLYN FARRINGTON

 
Kaitlyn Farrington surprised the snowboard world and even herself last winter, winning the gold medal in the Women’s Half-Pipe competition at the Winter Olympics in Sochi. She was the last snowboarder named to the U.S. Team at the final qualifying event, yet edged out three former gold medalists — defending champion Torah Bright (2010), Hannah Teter (2006), and Kelly Clark (2002) — to win 2014 Olympic Gold. Kaitlyn’s goals for the Olympics were just to make it to the finals, but executing one of the most technically demanding sequences of the night, highlighted by a backward 720-degree (2 turn) spin and a backward 900-degree (2½ turn) spin, Kaitlyn put together the run of a lifetime.

GNU has released the Limited Edition B-PRO GOLD KAITLYN FARRINGTON signature snowboard. Gold and sparkly like her medal, this snowboard can be yours with a click of the mouse, because GNU is giving one away to a lucky Style of Sport reader! All you have to do is tell us why you love winter. We figure if you want this snowboard you do! Deadline for entries is Jan. 15 at midnight. (CONTEST DEADLINE HAS NOW PASSED. THE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED MONDAY, JAN. 19!)

We recently spoke to Kaitlyn about her whirlwind 2014 and goals for 2015. Much was made during the Olympics of the cruddy conditions of the half pipe and I was curious how she dealt with that obstacle. “Everybody was riding the same pipe and dealing with same problem,” she told me. “You couldn’t let it wear you down.” Qualifiers, semi-finals and finals were all the same day, and she competed in all three, giving her more time in that pipe to practice. “I had nothing to lose dropping into the finals and was just trying to make it as fun as possible. When I’m having fun that’s when I ride the best.”

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Kaitlyn is looking forward to a relaxing post Olympic season “not chasing the contests”, although the Dew Tour and X-Games are on tap, as well as the Mt. Baker Banked Slalom. This legendary event is having its 30th anniversary this year, but usually conflicts with bigger contests during the season. It is regarded as the predecessor to boardercross and has been won by some of the biggest names in the history of snowboarding. The winner’s prize is a Duct Tape trophy and an embroidered Carhartt jacket. It’s a far cry from Olympic Gold, but “to just go snowboarding and enjoy it again” sounds kind of like the dream life to us!

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“Feel The Burn”

 

JANE FONDA WORKOUT

The first time we heard the fitness mantra, “Feel The Burn”, was in the “Jane Fonda Workout” video. Just in time for New Year’s fitness resolutions, five of the best selling Jane Fonda videos are being re-released on DVD and digital download.

Jane Fonda basically invented the home fitness video industry, which did not exist prior to her 1982 debut workout tape. Hesitant at first, thinking it would be damaging to her career, she was eventually convinced by a friend and producer to make a video of the exercise routine from her #1 best selling book, Jane Fonda Workout. That VHS tape went on to sell 17 million copies.

Over the years, Fonda released 23 more fitness videos and to this date, “Jane Fonda Workout” remains the best selling fitness video of all time.

 
 

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