October 14, 2025

The Best is Yet to Run

 

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It’s hard to beat those fall runs, perhaps the best training season as temperatures cool from summer’s heat – especially when you can layer up for the changing weather conditions with these stylish pieces!

LEFT COLUMN: CRAFT WOMEN’S SUBZ LIGHT HOOD PULLOVER $130. This versatile hooded layer is made for intense training and everyday wear in chilly conditions. Crafted from a soft, lightweight functional jersey, its structured interior forms air channels for optimal temperature regulation, while the padded front delivers targeted warmth where you need it most.

ARC’TERYX ESSENT HIGH-RISE UTILITY LEGGING $140. Great for runs, hikes, and outdoor adventures, these leggings have all the features you need for a day on the trail or road. A 360° stretch-mesh waistband pocket, zippered security pocket, and easy-access thigh pockets give plenty of storage options for essentials.

ON CLOUDRUNNER 2 $160. An On bestseller, the Cloudrunner 2 now offers more comfort and performance with softer cushioning and higher energy return. For professional athletes and new runners alike, the On Helion™ superfoam is a game-changer that lets you keep racking up the miles.
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October 10, 2025

The Protein Boosted Buzz

 

 

Starbucks just announced a new line of protein-boosted lattes — part of the booming trend of countless foods, drinks, and snacks like popcorn, pizza, donuts, and even ice cream – now offering added protein in their products. But how much protein do we really need, and what should those protein sources be? Protein is the latest trend in nutrition, but is there any nutritional value in these products? Many are not that healthy to begin with, and adding protein makes them more alluring with the illusion that they are.

Protein is a vital macronutrient essential for building and preserving muscle mass. It provides the fundamental building blocks the body uses to grow new cells, repair damaged tissues, and maintain the health of all our muscle, skin, and bones. Protein supports immune function and provides the essential enzymes to catalyze metabolism and hormone production. But your optimal protein intake depends on your weight, age, and level of physical activity. Do you want to lose weight or build muscle mass?

You can calculate how much protein you need HERE, but for myself at 125 lbs. and active, the recommended amount is about 68g./day. Say I don’t eat that in a meal, I might want to grab a protein snack on the go. “But not all protein-boosted products are created equal”, says Jamie Lee McIntyre, Nutrition Communications Consultant at Jamie Lee RDN. “Some trendy drinks or snacks use added protein as an appealing front of pack label, but may also be loaded with added sugars, saturated fat, or other unnecessary additives.” Read More

 

October 1, 2025

Mount Everest: The World’s First Ski Descent

 

Andrzej Bargiel during the summit push on Mount Everest, Nepal

 

And that’s not all…

It’s one thing to summit Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen. It’s a whole other thing to then ski down it after summiting. On September 25th, 2025, Polish Ski Mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel made history when he did just that.

Bargiel’s quest began on September 19th, when he left Everest Base Camp to begin the acclimatization protocol, making several ascents and descents between the camps. This gradual rotation through Camps I, II, and III allowed him to adapt to the extreme altitude before establishing himself at Camp IV on the South Col (7,900 metres), ready for the final summit push. Click to watch video. Read More

 

September 29, 2025

Trail Trainers

 

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From technical trail runners to speedy day hikers, rough terrain is made easy these fall trainers.

LEFT COLUMN: SAUCONY WOMEN’S XODUS ULTRA 4 $170. Designed for long-haul adventures, this max-cushioned powerhouse delivers superior grip, protection, and next-level comfort to keep you going mile after mile.

NIKE MEN’S PEGASUS TRAIL 5 $155. Take on both street and trail in the bestselling Pegasus. Built with an ultra-responsive ReactX foam midsole and Nike Trail All Terrain Compound (ATC) outsole, it provides enhanced grip on rough terrain and a smooth ride on the road.

OBOZ WOMEN’S KABATIC LOW $145. For speedy day hikes and fast packing, the Katabatic is one of Oboz’s most popular shoes, now in a lighter package with improved performance and additional environmentally friendly materials.

THE NORTH FACE ALTAMESA 300 $129. For trail runs, hikes, and everyday, the Altamesa 300 is a lightweight, stable and comfortable shoe for enthusiasts of all levels. With their plush cushioning, rock guards and trail-tuned rubber outsoles, these shoes are ready for action on gravel paths or mountain trails. Read More

 

September 24, 2025

Agua Viva: One With The Sea

 

 

Summer 2025 we created this portfolio of watermen and waterwomen called Água Viva for Costa Brazil, a sustainable beauty line created by Francisco Costa, and built on the simple belief that the spirit of beauty is found in harmony with nature.

The editorial series celebrated those who live in rhythm with the ocean – surfers, voyagers, paddlers, and sailors — exploring their deep connection to the ocean, and the rituals that keep them grounded, both in and out of the water.

 

AUSTIN KINO & TAMIKO CLAIRE

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Surfers, Paddlers, Vogagers

 

We begin with Austin Kino, 37, and Tamiko Claire, 36, from Oahu, Hawaii. Though they only truly connected later in life, they’ve long shared a bond through their relationship with the ocean. Austin and Tamiko met through modeling, but through their shared passion for the ocean pursuits of surfing and paddling, knew of each other from afar. This is what it means to be a waterman or waterwoman. It is what ties them together: salt, sea, and shared reverence for the waves. Read More

 

September 19, 2025

Crew Cuts

 

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The classic fall sweater… crew necks in every cut and color!

TOP ROW: THE ROW LORYNNA CASHMERE SILK BLEND SWEATER $1950; THE ELDER STATESMAN CASHMERE SWEATER $1050; &DAUGHTER GEELONG WOOL SWEATER $340

MIDDLE ROW: KHAITE NERA CASHMERE SWEATER $1480; DRIES VAN NOTEN ALPACA BLEND SWEATER $635; J.PRESS MADE-IN-SCOTLAND SHAGGY DOG CABLEKNIT SWEATER $325

BOTTOM ROW: EVERLANE THE COCOON CREW IN ALPACA $128; GUEST IN RESIDENCE SHRUNKEN CASHMERE CREW $295; RALPH LAUREN CABLE KNIT CASHMERE SWEATER now $249

 

September 15, 2025

Ernie Barnes: From Pads to Palette

 

Photo: Steven Probert

Recently exhibited at the Independent Art Fair 2025 was a focused selection of works by Ernie Barnes, presented by Ortuzar gallery. Spanning five decades, the presentation highlighted the sports scenes that are at the heart of his oeuvre, ranging from football, baseball, to track and field.

Barnes began painting sports narratives in the late 1950s, drawing on his own background as a professional athlete in the American Football League (AFL) to depict the body in motion. In his autobiography, From Pads to Palette, Barnes recalls sketching in his playbook during team meetings, often raising the ire of his coaches for drawing instead of paying attention.
 

The Competitive Spirit, 2005; Hitting the Tape, 2005

It was when someone bought one of those sketches that Barnes realized being an artist was a better career choice. Reflecting on his firsthand experience, Barnes sought “to tell a real truth of what it feels like to get hit, to hit, to run, to turn, to backpedal.” In the mid-1960s, Barnes retired from professional sports and turned fully to painting. During this period, he exhibited new work and became the official artist of the AFL. Read More

 

September 13, 2025

Gear Up for Fall

 

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On the trail and off, get in gear for the season with these ruggedly stylish layers and accessories!

LEFT COLUMN: THE NORTH FACE YUMIORI BUCKET HAT $45. This high-pile fleece lined bucket hat adds a layer of cozy warmth with an adjustable back for a precise fit.

NIXON CLUTCH 42 WATCH $175. Abrasion-resistant, with a quick-drying nylon band put the Clutch 42’s comfort and durability right at the forefront. LUME-loaded numbers and hands make sure you’re never left in the dark.

LEATHERMAN MICRA $61.15. With spring-action scissors and 9 other essential tools, the Leatherman Micra is the perfect pocket-sized keychain multitool, designed for whatever the day brings.

SEAVEES HAYWARD PLATFORM $90. The Hayward Platform is a timeless staple, updated with a platform sole. Casually tailored with rich suede, a mock toe, and textured sidewalls, it’s made to function as both a sneaker and loafer. Read More

 
 

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