Great Performances 2018

 

 

From the Gold Medals of the 2018 Winter Olympics, to a Triple Crown winner, to the craziest football play ever… 2018 was filled with many an epic sport moment! Be you sports fan or not, here are the eight that were great performances that had everyone buzzing:

TIGER WOODS GETS A WIN… FINALLY!

Tiger Woods thrilled the golf world and us all in September with his first victory in five years at the 2018 Tour Championship. After multiple back surgeries and failed comebacks, along with his notorious DWI arrest and extra-marital affairs, it was hard to imagine Woods would ever be back on top of the leaderboard again. So joyous were the crowds, they swarmed around him en masse as he walked down the fairway to the 18th hole where he tapped in that final putt for the win.  Read More

 

Apres-Pop

 

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Make every day a snowday!

Apres-ski goes apres-pop with bright and playful styles

that are not just for the slopes only.

 

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ROW 1: &MOTHERANSHA FAIR ISLE MERINO WOOL SWEATER $470ACNE STUDIOS X FJALLRAVEN REVERSIBLE DOWN JACKET $1300; FENDI WOOL AND CASHMERE SWEATER now $1179

ROW 2: SLEEPY JONES RAND CASHMERE TRACK PANT $595; ROKA TORINO SUNGLASSES $160; SOREL KINETIC SHORT BOOTS $140; CHINTI & PARKER POM POM GLOVES $65

ROW 3: JOSHUA SANDERS POM POM SLIPPERS $430J.CREW RIBBED POM POM BEENIE $39.50

 

Sporty Stocking Stuffers

 

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Because good things come in small packages…

Hot little gifts any athlete is sure to love!

 

ROW 1: ARENA TRIPLE BLACK COBRA RACING KIT $80. For that stealth swimmer, this black-on-black goggle and cap set from Arena is sure to please. It includes the best-selling Cobra Ultra, Arena’s most technologically advanced competition goggles with curved blade-shaped lenses and a low-profile design for powerful vision with no hydrodynamic drag. Paired with the 3D Soft race cap, constructed from a moulded silicone for hydrodynamic performance, both come wrapped in a sleek black case.

APPLE WATCH NIKE+ SERIES 4 (GPS + CELLULAR) WITH NIKE SPORT LOOPS $429-529. Apple Watch Nike+ has been redesigned to better enhance athletic performance. Featuring a screen that goes nearly edge to edge, run stats are easy to see. Built-in sensors make exercise metrics more accurate and a new digital crown gives haptic feedback as you switch between apps. Water resistant to 50 meters, it also features exclusive Nike watch faces and reflective band.

KT TAPE PRO $19.99. A great little stocking stuffer is a roll of KT Tape Pro, an always needed gift for any athlete! Available in a full spectrum of fun colors, KT kinesio tape helps support, heal, and provide pain relief to overused and strained muscles. KT Tape also offers step by step application videos for virtually any common injury. Read More

 

Have Your Cake

 

…and eat it too!

Nutrition bars have begun to resemble your favorite desserts and pastries… with decadent flavors like Maple Glazed Donut, Birthday Cake, White Chocolate Truffle, and Peanut Butter Pie. Replacing a meal or snacking on one of these new delicious varieties is a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth while getting in your daily nutritional requirements too — especially during the Holiday season! Whether you’re trying to cut carbs or sugar, or fuel up for a workout, these eight bars pass the taste test with flying colors – and with grab and go convenience!
 

ZING BAR

Dark Chocolate Coconut, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, and Lemon Cashew Crunch are just a few of the delicious Zing Bar flavors. Offering both plant-based and vegan options, 220 calorie Zing Bars pack 10 grams of high quality protein; 7 grams of prebiotic dietary fiber; and 22 grams slow burning low-glycemic carbs for long lasting energy. Created by professional nutritionists for ultimate nutrition, they’ve got ama-Zing taste too! Girl Scout Cookie fans — Dark Chocolate Mint flavor tastes just like a Thin Mint! Get 25% off all Zing Bars through December at zingbars.com with code: ZINGSTYLE25

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Point and Skate

 

 

Girl Skateboards has had a long history of photography collaborations given its heritage. Photographer and director Spike Jonze is one of the co-founders of the company. Their most recent partnership is Girl x Kodak where they found their inspiration in those iconic 35mm Kodak film canisters

Kodachrome color reversal film was introduced by Eastman Kodak in 1935, and was one of the first successful color films used for both cinematography and still photography. It’s rich warm tones, notable in the reds and yellows, were distinctive from its cool toned counterpart Ektachrome.  So evocative were the images created, the film was canonized in a song by Paul Simon called Kodachrome. Read More

 

The Gift of Sport: Give Red

 

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The STYLE of SPORT Gift Guides are here — color coded for everyone

on your list! From that hot skier to your chill surfer to the nature lover, we’ve got the full spectrum of great sporty gift ideas!

 

GIVE RED

Red is the color of passion and fire — vibrant and exciting.

Give red to get hearts beating and pulses racing this Holiday season!

 

1. BLIZZARD BONAFIDE SKIS $699.95. Consistently ranked as one of the top all-mountain skis, for the hot skier who loves the powder of backside of the mountain as much as the groomers of the frontside, the Blizzard Bonafide handles it all with style and control. 

2. OAKLEY FALL LINE XL PRISM REACT GOGGLES $299. Forget the forecast! With Oakley’s newest and by far hottest goggle, you can change your lens without changing your lens. With the push of a button lens tint adjusts with three settings: one for snowy and cloudy conditions, one for sunny days, or one for a mix of both. This is by far one of the hottest holiday gifts and goes on sale November 30!

3. ULTIMATE EARS WONDERBOOM PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER $99.99. Indoors or out, this stylishly designed Bluetooth speaker channels crisp, bass-rich audio for up to 10 hours at a time. Use as a single speaker or connect several speakers for surround sound. Waterproof and buoyant, the Wonderboom is ideal for use around the pool and comes in lots more fab colors too. Read More

 

The Gift of Sport: Go Green

 

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Green is the color of growth, health, and renewal.

For that nature lover and outdoor enthusiast…

GIVE GREEN

 

The SOS Gift Guides continue 

 with a full color spectrum of sporty gift ideas!

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1. RUMPL PUFFY BLANKET $129. The Rumpl Puffy is constructed like a sleeping bag and made to go anywhere. Machine washable, packable, and lightweight, it uses a durable, water-repellent, ripstop nylon, and comes with its own stuff sack for easy transport. Shown here in “Old Growth”, the photograph is by Jeremy Koreski who we’ve featured on STYLE of SPORT.

2. NIKE RUNNING AIR ZOOM PEGASUS 35 SHEILD $130. The Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 35 Shield won’t let a little rain or snow stop the intrepid runner. These stylish weather-proof sneakers feature lightweight knit and ripstop uppers treated with a water-repellent finish and sealed seams to lock out moisture. Storm Tread rubber soles are specifically designed for traction on wet surfaces.

3. BANG & OLUFSEN BEOPLAY A1 PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER $250. Rugged but sleek, with crisp beautiful sound to match, the BeoPlay A1 is a palm-sized, portable Bluetooth speaker designed to go anywhere. With an aluminium sub-woofer for more powerful bass, it has a built-in microphone easy to switch over to phone calls or activate mobile features such as Apple Siri and Google Now. Read More

 

The Gift of Sport: Get the Blues

 

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Blue is the shade of the sea and the sky,

known to be a peaceful and relaxing hue. For the cool, calm, and collected…

GIVE BLUE

 

The SOS Gift Guides have something for everyone —

 with a full color spectrum of the best sporty gift ideas!

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1. GARY LINDEN X ST.FRANK SURFBOARD $1950This Dark Indigo Vines longboard is one of four in a collection that unites legendary shaper Gary Linden of Linden Surfboards with the iconic textile designs of St. Frank. Surf it or hang it, this longboard can live on the water or on your walls.

2. CLEYTO REYES VELCRO TRAINING GLOVES $189. For training, sparring, and boxing workouts, these Cleyto Reyes training gloves can give and take a punch. Designed with the highest quality materials and craftsmanship, they are made to provide the best protection and comfort. Shown here in cool blue, they are available in all your favorite colors too!

3. PERFECT MOMENT OVERSIZED QUILTED DOWN JACKET $660. With that 70’s alpine style, Perfect Moment takes this plush oversized down jacket and cinches it with a playful rainbow belt for a look that’s hip – and warm! – on and off the slopes. Read More

 

Rockstars

 

ALEX HONNOLD IN “FREE SOLO” JOYOUS ATOP EL CAPITAN AFTER ASCENT

 
In January of 2015, the world watched as two rock climbers became front page news. Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson inched their way up the 3000 ft. Dawn Wall of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, free-climbing its virtually sheer granite face for the first time in history. Using ropes only for safety, not for assistance, the two spent 19 days on the Dawn Wall in what many considered to be the greatest climb of all time.

A couple years later in June of 2017, world-renowned rock climber Alex Honnold free-soloed the Freerider route of El Capitan in a continuous ascent of 3 hours and 56 minutes — unobserved other than a film crew trailing him as he scaled the wall with no ropes at all. His death-defying climb is now considered one of greatest feats in the history of sport.

Two new films, The Dawn Wall and Free Solo document the pursuit of these climbs, the accomplishment of these unimaginable feats, and the unrelenting dedication and perseverance of their climbers. Read More

 

White Out

 

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Take a walk on the white side…

in your super-warm and ultra-stylish down parka.

It’s the color of the season — if you dare keep it clean!

 

ROW 1: THE NORTH FACE MEN’S CRYOS EXPEDITION GTX PARKA $800. Warm and weatherproof, this rugged down parka is styled for the urban dweller. PATAGONIA WOMENS PIPE DOWN JACKET $349. A 700 fill-power recycled down jacket for all-day warmth and weather protection on and off the slopes; BRUMAL HOODED FAUX FUR-TRIMMED DOWN PARKA $1700.  A durable shell, removable faux fur-trimmed hood, and spacious interior pockets are just a few details that make this down parka one of this season’s fave.

ROW 2: PARAJUMPERS FUR HOODED DOWN PARKA $794. This Italian style down jacket features a button over front zip, a back slit at hem, and racoon fur trimmed hood; L.L.BEAN 650-FILL POWER DOWN JACKET $189. Even on the coldest winter days, this down jacket blankets in warm premium 650-fill-power down comfort. TEMPLA 3L QUILTED DOWN TECH-JERSEY COAT $1985. Made from a durable cotton-blend and tech-jersey, this parka features a removable snow skirt and internal collar for more urban style.

ROW 3: IENKI IENKI OVERSIZED DOWN QUILTED COAT $1425. This oversized silver white down jacket is crafted of metallic ripstop and designed with a hood and belted waist. MONCLER GRENOBLE QUILTED DOWN JACKET $1050. Snow-covered slopes or city streets, this toasty down jacket has the warmth and style for any winter locale. PRADA GABARDINE DOWN JACKET $2130. With an oversized silhouette and a cropped hem, this winter white down jacket has a contrasting baby-blue lining and matching Prada Etiquette appliqué. 

 

Neutral Ground

 

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From olive greens to desert sands,

earth toned sport gear and accessories designed 

to look great in any locale.

 

ROW 1: TOKYOBIKE CLASSIC SPORT $825. This nimble 8-speed urban bike is designed for quick navigation throughout city streets. Incredibly light, the Classic Sport also features a slightly upright and comfort minded riding position. A refined color palette offers something for all, including this chic Sand Brown shown here.

R13 HOODED PUFFER JACKET $795. Olive green with a contrasting orange lining, and oversized handwarmer pockets, this hooded bomber style puffer from R13 combines an outdoor vibe with an urban feel for cool style anywhere.

ROW 2: SUUNTO ESSENTIAL DIGITAL WATCH $700. For the outdoor enthusiast, the Suunto Essential combines such functional features as an altimeter, barometer, and a compass — all in a ruggedly sophisticated timepiece. Here in a monochromatic moss tone, the Essential is hand-built from hard-wearing stainless steel and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, completed with a durable nylon webbed band.  Read More

 

Thoroughly Modern Mickey

 

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICKEY MOUSE!

Mickey Mouse turns 90 on November 18th and the party has just gotten started… Everyone from Rag & Bone to Opening Ceremony to Vans, Terez, Lacoste, and more have collaborated with Disney on special Mickey 90th Anniversary collections to celebrate that sporty little mouse. Mickey: The True Original Exhibition opens in NYC on November 8th — an immersive 16,000 square-foot experience, featuring both historic and contemporary work from renowned artists, inspired by Mickey’s impact on the arts and creativity in all its forms. And we celebrate with this collection of Mickey favorites!

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: NIXON CORPORAL SS 48 MM $225. Nixon Watches celebrates Mickey’s big birthday with the Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Collection. Shown above is the Corporal SS model with Mickey’s hands for the hour and minute, and his tail for seconds. It also features a Mickey detail embossed onto dial.

VANS VAULT MN MICKEY SKATE DECK / GEOFF MCFETRIDGE $85. A Vans Vault collaboration with Disney and renowned artist Geoff McFetridge, this Mickey Mouse skate deck was designed in celebration of Mickey’s 90th and is sure to become a collector’s item.

FAITH CONNEXION MICKEY SEQUIN BLOUSE $705. Mickey will take his cheese on a silver platter in this fabulous midnight blue and silver sequin Mickey embellished blouse — or dress for you hot Minnie’s! Read More

 

NYC 26.2

 

 
On Sunday, more than 50,000 runners will line up at the start of the 2018 New York City Marathon. For many it will be their first. No doubt they will spend Saturday night wondering what made them think this was a good idea, as a combination of excitement and panic make sleep impossible. I remember the pre-race jitters well, unable to imagine how I was actually going to run those 26.2 miles. 

The NYC Marathon is an experience like no other. You are a rockstar for a day. The streets are lined with people cheering you on. For the thousands of visitors who have traveled here to run the Marathon, it’s the ultimate sightseeing trip. Even for us born and bred New Yorkers, you see the city in a whole new light. Bridges are behemoths – the Queensboro, monstrous. 

A friend who is running for the first time asked for a few tips. He told me he was worried he had not trained enough. Here is what I told him… Read More

 

Pumped Up Kicks

 

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Who would have thought these crazy clodhoppers would be the coolest

kicks around?  Like caricatures of a sneaker, exaggerated in shapes and forms,

these 10 trainers top them all.

 

LEFT COLUMN: LOUIS VUITTON LV ARCHLIGHT SNEAKER $1090; GUCCI FLASHTREK SNEAKERS $1590; CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC SILVER MIRROR CANDESSA SNEAKERS $595; NIKE M2K TEKNO $100; MAISON MARGIELA CHUNKY SNEAKERS $895

RIGHT COLUMN: VETEMENTS + REEBOK INSTAPPUMP FURY SNEAKERS $970; BALENCIAGA TRIPLE S LOW TOP TRAINERS $895; ALEXANDER MCQUEEN TWO-TONE EXAGGERATED SOLE SNEAKERS $790; VERSACE CHAIN REACTION SNEAKERS $995; RAF SIMONS X ADIDAS ORIGINAL OZWEEGO SNEAKERS $395 

 

The All Stars

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: DOUGLAS FORBES, 16; CC KAPLAN, 12; ARIA BEVACQUA, 11; KAI YUDELSON, 16; KAILEY BOGART, 13; IZYAN AHMAD, 8

 

Look out Roger Federer, Michelle Wie, Alex Ovechkin, and Chloe Kim… the next generation of superstar athletes is comin’ for ya! CC Kaplan, Izyan Ahmad, Aria Bevacqua, Kai Yudelson, Kailey Bogart, and Douglas Forbes: though these 6 young athletes are different ages, gender, and compete in different sports, what they share is an unrelenting passion and dedication to their pursuit.

They train for hours a day like professional athletes, but unlike professional athletes they still have school and homework to do. It makes for a jam-packed daily life many grown-ups couldn’t handle. They’re at practice before their peers wake up and starting homework when most are going to bed. So why do they do it? It’s the love of the game and their dream to be the best.

There is no way to know for sure whether a promising young sport phenom will become the next all star, but each one of these athletes featured here has the talent and drive to make those dreams come true… Read More

 

Roughing It

 

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A chunky knit sweater, hiking boot, plaid flannel shirt, and more…

a mix of sport and designer pieces create this collection of rugged fall essentials – made for the stylish urban dweller.

 

LEFT COLUMN: PATAGONIA POM BEANIE $39. This warm tri-tone beenie is made of a soft recycled wool/nylon blend with a fleece lined headband for cozy comfort and style. GUCCI JOURNEY LOGO ANKLE BOOTS $1250. Gucci turns hiking into a fashion statement with this logo-appliquéd suede, leather, and canvas ankle boot. MONSE COLD-SHOULDER FAIR ISLE WOOL SWEATER $1290. A chunky knit turtleneck with slits on the arms adds a playful fashion twist to a fall favorite. ACNE STUDIOS HOWARD SUNGLASSES now $287. Inspired by the sporty Ray-Ban Ambermatic shooter, these yellow lensed aviators are the perfect shade for fall to pick out any target.

CENTER COLUMN: L.L.BEAN MOUNTAIN CLASSIC DOWN COLORBLOCK VEST $129. L.L.Bean takes their classic down vest, adds a fun colorblock water-resistant shell, and packs it with ultralight 650-fill DownTek for extra warmth and protection – even when wet. BURBERRY NYLON AND LEATHER BACKPACK $1590. Your classic rucksack, Burberry style, features bright color block hues in a leather and nylon mix, lined with the signature check cotton twill.

RIGHT COLUMN:R13 CANVAS DOWN COAT $1495. This oversized camo down coat strutted down the R13 runway. As big on function as it is on style, it’s ready to take on most disagreeable of weather conditions, and it’s reversible too! GABRIELA HEARST PASCOAL CORDUROY CASHMERE-SHEARLING JACKET $2590. A luxurious take on the shearling corduroy jacket, Gabriela Hearst’s features a cashmere and silk-blend shearling interior. It is quite pricey, but fret not and check out these great options from Urban Outfitters $99 and Asos $76! OFF-WHITE PRINTED CHECK OVERSHIRT $620. Virgil Abloh is at it again putting his fashion stamp,  literally “Check Shirt”, on a fall favorite – the plaid flannel shirt.

 

Go Rylen Brees!

 

 

On Monday night, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees broke Peyton Manning’s record to become the all-time leading passer in NFL history – and on a touchdown pass no less. The game was stopped while Brees celebrated with his teammates and coaches before running over to his family waiting on the sidelines. The headlines read, “Drew Brees Gives Inspiring Talk To His Kids After New NFL Record”.

Except he didn’t give an inspiring talk to his kids. He gave it to his three sons as his daughter watched, held in the arms of her mother, “Hey boy, hey boys!” Brees exclaimed. “You can accomplish anything in life that you want to work for, right?” Read More

 

Pret-A-Sporter: Spring 2019

 
 
NIKE X VIRGIL ABLOH…

OFF-WHITE

 

The Spring 2019 Ready-To-Wear Collections are a wrap and it’s time again

for “PRET-A-SPORTER”, our semi-annual review of the sportiest looks from the runways of

New York, London, Milan and Paris!

 

SWEAT CHIC…

MILLY

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Think Pink!

 

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month we celebrate

the color of power, strength, and love in this sporty collection… THINK PINK!

 

 
LEFT COLUNM: NITRO QUIVER CANNON MENS SNOWBOARD $519. Real men ride pink! Oversized for stability and speed, the Nitro Quiver Cannon is your playful all-mountain board for carving, slashing, and riding the pow. CHAMPION REVERSE WEAVE CROPPED HOODIE $65. Extra-soft heavyweight fleece, Champion takes their classic men’s hoodie and crops it for a fun flirty fit. NIKE EPIC REACT FLYKNIT RUNNING SHOES $150. Get on the road this October in one of the hottest new trainers, shown here in pearly pink.

CENTER COLUMN: KITH X OAKLEY RAZORBLADE SUNGLASSES $375. Available at StockX is Kith’s cool collab with Oakley on their iconic Razorblade sports shields. SUPREME COLLEGIATE TANK TOP $315. Reign supreme men, on and off the court in this rare pink tank top. FITNESS FIRST ADJUSTABLE STEEL WIRE JUMP ROPE $9.49. Beginner to expert, this wire cable jump rope is made to fit all and provides ultra fast spinning with no kinking or tangling. 

RIGHT COLUMN: CASIO G-SHOCK S SERIES WATCH $89.99. The new G-SHOCK S Series offers all your favorite function and style — and counts steps automatically too when walking, jogging, or running. WOMEN’S PINK RIBBON COZY CHUNKY BEANIE $28. This soft, warm and cozy beanie is just one piece in the  The North Face Pink Ribbon Collection, a partnership with Boarding for Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer Prevention Partners. CLETO REYES SUPER BAG BOXING GLOVES $169.99. You’ll pack a pink punch in these high-quality boxing gloves designed with the finest craftsmanship for the best protection and comfort during training, sparring and punching bag workouts.

 

A River Runs Through It

 

HYDROW

The latest entry into the burgeoning world of high-end home fitness is the Hydrow – a rowing machine meets Peloton concept that is unlike any indoor rower you’ve ever seen. This sculptural work of art features a sleek HD touchscreen monitor that delivers an immersive outdoor rowing experience at home.

Home fitness equipment is no longer related to the basement or closet with the evolution of machines so beautifully designed they become the focal part of a room. First there was Ciclotte that redefined the indoor bicycle with its striking and unconventional design. Then came Peloton, a SoulCycle-inspired indoor cycle, that was the first to integrate a sleek, oversized tablet-like monitor to stream both live and on-demand spinning classes at home. Coming soon is the Peloton Tread, the same concept on a treadmill, as well as Tonal that expands interactive home fitness to weight lifting, and Mirror that streams yoga, Pilates, barre, cardio, and strength workouts. Both of these turn the wall mounted monitor into an object of desire.
 

CICLOTTE, MIRROR, AND PELOTON TREAD

Launching nationally for pre-order on October 2nd, Hydrow takes home fitness to the next level with an indoor rower that brings the outdoors in. Hydrow offers over 100 rowing workouts, both live and on demand, from the waters of such rivers as the Charles in Boston, the Hudson in NYC, and the Miami River. Founded by CEO and US National team coach Bruce Smith, Hydrow instructors are all elite level athletes that include three-time World Rowing Championship silver medalist, Danielle Hansen. Hydrow delivers an on-river outdoor rowing experience that engages two times more of the body’s muscles than biking or running. A 20-minute workout on the Hydrow burns over 400 calories compared to 40 minutes on bike.
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Pack Up & Go

 

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Calvin Klein, adidas Originals, Balenciaga, Supreme, JanSport and more…

this season’s most fashionable backpacks go back to school with a minimal design that’s classic and cool. Bright tech nylon is offset with crisp graphics and accentuated with a zip pocket, to port all you need with nothing you don’t.

 

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ROW 1:DSQUARED2 ICON BACKPACK $415JANSPORT BIG STUDENT BACKPACK $48 (lots more colors!); CALVIN KLEIN JEANS PADDED ICON BACKPACK $215

ROW 2:  BALENCIAGA EXPLORER THE POWER OF DREAMS BACKPACK $1050FILA CLASSIC BACKPACK $95.99; EASTPAK X UNDERCOVER PADDED PAK $259

ROW 3: MAISON MARGIELA 11 CORDURA BACKPACK $775ADIDAS ORIGINALS SANTIAGO BACKPACK $35; GIVENCHY LIGHT TICKER 2 BACKPACK $890 

 

Magnum X Vuarnet

 

 
He’s baaack… Magnum, P.I. that is, but not Tom Selleck. Magnum, P.I. premieres this Monday, Sept. 24 at 9pm on CBS with a new cast in a remake of the popular 80’s TV series that brought Tom Selleck and his macho mustache into our homes every week. Also back are his sunglasses. Vuarnet has relaunched the TOM, the aviator style sunglasses Tom Selleck made famous as Thomas Magnum.

Available in 6 different colors, these mens’s sunglasses feature Vuarnet’s exclusive 100% mineral glass lenses. With lateral reinforcement cut into the front of the frame and their detachable cord, the TOM integrates the performance attributes of Vuarnet’s sport heritage into a stylish frame that’s tough enough for any Navy Seal turned private investigator like Magnum P.I.

The TOM is priced at $330 and is available online at Vuarnet.com

 

Neon Brights

 

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Summer may be over but fall is heating up with

these hot neons and popping hues. From mountain slopes to city streets,

sport and fashion alike, color’s got you covered!

 
LEFT COLUMN: DPS SKIS WAILER 112 FOUNDATION $799. Get pumped for ski season now with these vibrantly hued works of art. The new DPS Wailer is a freeride ski built to take on any terrain from powdery backcountry to resort groomers. JEREMY SCOTT FAUX FUR BACKPACK $990. C’mon get happy as the weather gets cooler with this crazy multi-colored neon faux fur backpack!

CENTER COLUMN: GIRO RANGE MIPS SKI HELMET $249. The Giro Range MIPS is the first helmet to boast custom fit at the turn of a dial. Featuring the best in protection of MIPS technology, adjustable venting, integrated POV camera mount, and magnetic buckle closure, this helmet has everything you need to ski safe in comfort and style. EMILIO PUCCI PINK CITY UP ELASTIC SNEAKERS $595. These bright slip-on sneakers feature orange mesh with criss-crossing elasticized straps in pink and purple – for a big sporty fashion statement! BALENCIAGA NYLON EXPLORER BELT POUCH $650. It’s haute fanny pack style with this neon yellow interpretation from Balencaiga. GUCCI AVIATOR SUNGLASSES $360. Multi-layered in colorful acetate, these playful but cool oversized Gucci aviators set the trend in blue, purple, yellow and red. Also available in a yellow lens color combo.

RIGHT COLUMN: PRADA TECHNO JERSEY SWEATSHIRT $950. Hot for fall from the Prada 2018 Fall runway is this mod techno styled sweatshirt – one of the must have pieces of the season! HESTRA ALPINE PRO WAKAYAMA GLOVES $140. The new Hestra Wakayama has a retro inspired look with great colorful style for mountain or city life. Made entirely of cowhide, they feature a wool terry lining and contrasting paracord wrist adjustment.

 

Collab of the Month: Acne Studios x Fjällräven

 

 

Here’s a reason to be happy summer is over… this month’s favorite sport x fashion mash-up collection of Acne Studio for Fjällräven! These two popular Swedish brands have come together to create one eye-popping unisex collection of outdoor wear that will have you pumped for colder days ahead! 

Taking the iconic pieces Fjällräven is known for like its technical down parkas, trekking pants, and anoraks, Acne Studios has added playful details like fake fur trims, reflective patches, and colorful camo prints. The iconic Kånken backpack, a Fjällräven fave, is celebrated in three styles: the classic backpack; a new version that is also a messenger bag; and a mini Kånken clutch. The collection also features a specially designed T-shirt with images of typical hiking scenes, vivid color outdoor caps, and for the real adventurer – a camouflage sleeping bag.

The Acne Studios x Fjällräven collection is available online now at acnestudios.com, fjallraven.com, as well as in all Acne Studios stores, and a selection of Fjällräven stores in Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Oslo, New York and Toronto.

 

2018 US Open Women’s Final: One Not Soon Forgotten

 

 

NAOMI OSAKA & SERENA WILLIAMS POST-MATCH,

US OPEN WOMEN’S FINAL

 
I rarely write those front-page sport stories that everyone covers, because I don’t know what else to add that hasn’t been said. It’s been 24 hours since Naomi Osaka beat Serena Williams in the Women’s Final at the 2018 US Open however, and I’m still reeling with conflicting emotions about the match. This is much more than a sport story. The victory of a first-time Grand Slam finalist against the best women’s player of all time should have been a celebration. Osaka won in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4, but the events that occurred in the second set leading to that final score are ones we will be talking about for many tennis championships to come.

Tennis is a game of momentum. You watch it shift back and forth like the ball across the net. A first set win in a Grand Slam final by a first-time finalist like Naomi Osaka, often precedes a second set loss, and a 3-set win for a veteran like Serena Williams. In her 23 Grand Slam victories, she’s done it many times before. Most young players falter under the pressure in such a big match. Osaka did not. But Williams did. She lost it — and I’m not talking about the match. She lost IT in an on-court meltdown that was not unwarranted, but was unsportsmanlike.
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Cap it Off

 

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The summer brought us graphic tees, from fashion and sport brands alike.

Now for fall we cap it off with baseball hats from Gucci to Champion, Balenciaga to Fila, Karl Lagerfeld to adidas Originals, and more. Time to put a lid on it!

 

ROW 1:KARL LAGERFELD K/IKONIK CAP $55; BALENCIAGA FEMME CAP $390; HERON PRESTON NASA TWILL CAP $125; ROW 2:GUCCI NY YANKEES BASEBALL CAP $530; PALACE P-C PANEL CAP $48NIKE FUTURA WASHED H86 CAP $25; FILA HERITAGE SCRIPT CAP $25; ROW 3: REEBOK LOGO CAP $26; OFF-WHITE QUOTE BASEBALL CAP $205CHAMPION CLASSIC SCRIPT CAP $25.99; ROW 4: SUPREME PIPING CAMP CAP $48MAISON KITSUNÉ PARISIEN BASEBALL CAP $99ADIDAS ORIGINALS PRE-CURVE WASHED CAP $24.99

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Hip Hydration

 

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As Solange Knowles highlighted on the red carpet last week at the Met Gala… it’s hip to hydrate! But forget those old plastic water bottles… the most coveted are those of stainless steel and glass, as refined as your favorite barware. Molded into a variety of shapes and sizes, from tall and sleek, to fat and stout, fill her up with one of these style-minded, eco-friendly vessels!

 
ROW 1: KLEAN KANTEEN INSULATED 20 oz. REFLECT $40.95. The Insultated Reflect water bottle comes in a brushed and mirrored stainless steel that features a sustainably harvested bamboo top. Non-toxic and BPA-free, double-wall vacuum insulation keeps beverages cold for 24 hours and iced for 40 hours.

HIP TRITAN 22 oz. $14.99. New from acclaimed designers Richard Smiedt and Karim Rashid comes the flask style Hip Tritan. In partnership with Water For People, this BPA-free, reusable and recyclable water bottle provides 2 days of safe drinking water to someone in need with every bottle purchased. Available in 6 stylish colorways too.

YETI RAMBLER 26 oz. $39.99. Known for their supercool coolers – temps that is – Yeti water bottles are equally matched. Sleek and durable, double-wall vacuum insulation keeps beverages cold (or hot) for days, with no sweat tech to prevent moisture buildup. Available in three sizes: 18, 36, and now 26 oz.
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City Bike

 

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As many New Yorker’s are already aware, the L train, which shuttles riders between parts of Brooklyn and Manhattan, will be shutting down in April 2019 to repair damages related to Superstorm Sandy. The MTA has put alternate means of transportation in place, but Priority Bicycles has come up with their own solution: the BRILLIANT L TRAIN. Using the same Pantone gray as the L Train – who knew it was so chic! – the new L TRAIN commuter bicycle gets you anywhere you need to go in style. Not just for cycling only, we’ve found a few other shades of gray and chic accessories to complement your pedal powered ride… 

 
ROW 1 FROM LEFT: BRILLIANT L TRAIN $650. The Brilliant L Train is made for that urban cyclist looking for a fast and nimble ride. Its chromoly frame is light and agile with an easy shift Shimano 7-Speed Internal Hub and grease/rust free Gates Carbon belt drive that goes for miles without needing a tune up. Accented with tan vegan leather seats and stitched handle bar grips, the L Train is your stylish new ride for commuting or recreation. Got mine!

DE MARCHI POLO UNICA SHIRT $148.95 $75. Iconic brand De Marchi has been outfitting cyclists since 1946, and this stylish Pima cotton polo is inspired by those classic wool race jerseys of old. Available in other colors, it’s a great sporty look both on the bike and off.
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The 12 Most Memorable Moments in Tennis Style

 

SERENA WILLIAMS VIRGIL ABLOH X NIKE

From Roger Federer leaving Nike for a $300 million contract with Uniqlo, to the Palace Skateboard mash-up with Adidas at Wimbledon, to Virgil Abloh’s collaboration with Serena Williams for Nike on her upcoming US Open return… it has been a very fashionable summer for tennis! The tennis courts have become the hot spot for fashion x sport collections and the players the perfect models to show it off in action.

Tennis has always been one of the most fashionable sports. Going back to the 1920’s, Susan Lenglen brought flapper style to the courts. Then there was Gussie Moran in the 1950’s scandelously flaunting white lace knickers at Wimbledon. Designer Ted Tingling was responsible for that fashion moment and made his mark on the game again in the 1970’s as the official designer of the Virginia Slims Womens tour. Later of course, there were players like Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe, and Andre Agassi whose tennis looks for Fila, Tacchini and Nike made them tennis style icons.

With the US Open about to kick off in the fashion capital of NYC, we pay homage to the style of the game with a review of the all time greatest looks in tennis history…
 

1. SUZANNE LENGLEN 1926

1920’s tennis star Suzanne Lenglen was a 34-time major champion and in 1921 the world’s number 1 player. Her dazzling style of play was matched her style of dress on the courts. An International Tennis Hall of Fame member, her bio reads: “The Frenchwoman filled the stands with her flamboyant brilliance on court and her eccentric personality that blurred the lines between superstar athlete and diva.”

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Tongue + Chic

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: MACHE CUSTOM QUAILMAN NIKE AIR FORCE 1, 2015; DANIEL ARSHAM x ADIDAS ORIGINALS NEW YORK, PAST, 2017; CEY ADAMS x ADIDAS ADICOLOR HI BL2, 2006; KAWS x AIR JORDAN IV RETRO, 2017; KITH x NIKE LEBRON JAMES XV LONG LIVE THE KING PART II, 2018; AVA NIRUI AND ALEX LEE x NIKE AIRE MAX, 2017; TREVOR “TROUBLE” ANDREW x REEBOK WORKOUT PLUS “UNTITLED”, 2017; KENZO MINAMI x REEBOK INSTAPUMP FURY, 2005

 

Now on view at Phillips in New York is Tongue + Chic, an ultra-cool collection of one-of-a-kind sneakers — all designed in collaboration with many of the most prominent contemporary artists. The exhibit features the creations of Takashi Murakami, KAWS, Kehinde Wiley, Jenny Holzer, Damien Hirst, Daniel Arsham and Tom Sachs among others, who turned to such iconic sneakers as the Nike Air Force 1, Puma Clyde, and Reebok InstaPump for their canvases.

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Curated by Elizabeth Semmelhack, Senior Curator at the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto, in collaboration with Arnold Lehman, Phillips Senior Advisor who was also instrumental in the Brooklyn Museum’s “Killer Heels and Sneaker Culture exhibition”, Tongue + Chic celebrates these utilitarian objects which have become enmeshed in the trendsettering realms of fashion, art, and pop culture.

Only one of the sneakers from the exhibit is actually for sale, TBWA NY x Thomson Reuters Foundation x Shoe Surgeon, 2018, and is being auctioned online. Commissioned by TBWA\Chiat\Day NY and handcrafted by the Shoe Surgeon, these sneakers were featured in a high profile anti-slavery campaign on behalf of the Thomson Reuters Foundation. All proceeds benefit the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s anti-slavery initiatives. Read More

 

Quincy x MTK

 

 

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Surfer Quincy Davis is your summer dream. A born and raised Montauk local, surfing was a family affair. Her mom, dad and brother all surf and got her on the waves at age 7. At 23, she has those sun-kissed surfer girl looks (and tresses!) that come only from years spent in the ocean. A pro for a while, Quincy no longer surfs competitively but still embodies the surf lifestyle. Her style is cool and effortless with that endless summer vibe. A perennial favorite of all the Hamptons summer magazines, she’s the girl we want to be.

You may not be able to surf like Quincy, but you can dress like you do. Quincy x MTK opened this summer in Montauk and features a curated selection of all her favorite surf and swim apparel, beach accessories, beauty products, and other accoutrements. It’s set in a perfect little shingled space on Main Street she’s always loved. Her brother’s healthy noshery, Happy Bowls, also happens to be next door.

We hit the beach with Quincy to find out more about the shop and her recent collaboration with Cynthia Rowley on the hot new Q x ROWLEY wetsuit featured here…
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Decks of Art

 
 
ROW 1: GEORGE CONDO, SHEPARD FAIREY, KEHINDE WILEY, KAWS X KROOKED, KEITH HARING, ANDY WARHOL; ROW 2: MARILYN MINTER, ANDY WARHOL, KENNY SCHARF, DAMIEN HIRST, DAMIEN HIRST, JEFF KOONS; ROW 3: NATE LOWMAN, ANDY WARHOL, KEITH HARING, JULES DE BALINCOURT, JOSE PARLA, GEORGE CONDO

 
Andy Warhol to Keith Haring, Jeff Koons to Damien Hirst, George Condo to Shepard Fairey – many of the most important contemporary artists have turned the skateboard deck into their sporty canvas. The parameters of its shape create a unique frame, contained within are works of art that often reference some of these artists most important pieces.

For many of contemporary artists whose work started on the street, and who are often skateboarders themselves, it’s a way to stay connected to their roots. For the blue chip artists at the top of the contemporary art world, says collector and art advisor Glori Cohen, “the skateboard provides a unique cool factor at a low price point — and it’s a really fun way to collect art!” Many of her clients buy these skateboard decks for their children’s rooms. Created in limited editions, it’s real art their kids can relate to, that’s still collectible too.Check out a few of our favorites below:
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Collabs We Love: New Era x Nautica

 

 
Like many a hot 80’s brand making a comeback, Nautica has partnered with New Era Cap for the New Era X Nautica Collections. This aquatic themed collaboration includes 3 unique capsules inspired by Nautica’s most popular jackets – the Hydro Race, Scuba, and Color Block.

Each collection features one-of-a-kind limited edition hats and visors created from deconstructed vintage Nautica jackets — including patches, zippers, and pockets and hardware. The approach is innovative and fun and the result a stylish selection of cool summer lids!

The New Era X Nautica Collections launch on August 2 and will be available at select Jimmy Jazz stores and jimmyjazz.com

 

Water World

 

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From the laps in the pool, to aqua running, to open water swimming…

we’ve got all the cool gear you’ll love to keep wet workouts fun.

C’mon and jump in!

 
I have not had my typical sporty summer of running, stand up paddleboarding, surfing, and cycling. I’ve had a stress fracture in my foot that has kept me from many of the sports I usually enjoy. The good news is it has opened up all sorts of new sports — all in the water!

Swimming truly is the sport of a lifetime. Non weight-bearing, it allows you to do the cardio, strength, and endurance workouts that injury or age prevents. I’ve seen that first hand with my new silver haired fitness tribe in the Deep Water Running class at Alphalt Green, where I’ve gotten a preview of my workouts at 80! It’s become my Soul Cycle replacement for the summer giving me that group exercise motivation and comradery I love.

Then there has been the solitary and meditative discipline of swimming — open water in particular. I’ve always been a pool swimmer, but this summer I’ve conquered my fear of what lies beneath in murky water with an experienced training partner, and discovered the goal achieving satisfaction of swimming to a destination – like a long distance run! Read More

 

The Duct Tape Invitational

 

 
The first ever women’s edition of the The Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational debuted yesterday at the 2018 Vans US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, CA. Hosted in partnership with the largest action sports festival in the world, 16 of the world’s best female longboarders were invited to showcase their unique style and innovation on the famed shores of Surf City, USA. Founded by one of the longboarding’s most recognized surfers, the Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational is a celebration of creativity in the most traditional form of the sport.

Joel Tudor, the event’s namesake and originator, is often regarded as the style master of longboard surfing. He won the U.S. Open of Longboarding nine times, including six in a row from 1995 through 2000. Despite his success however, Tudor grew dissatisfied the “high performance” direction of the sport that emerged in the 1990s. Instead of the classic nose-riding style of the 1960s and ’70s, longboarders began trying to imitate their shortboard counterparts — blurring the distinction between the two forms of the sport.

The Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational has redefined the standard of longboarding with a return to its roots, rewarding those with an affinity for the grace, style and creativity for which the sport is known. Reflecting that style and creativity is the poster and artwork for both the men’s and women’s contest created by Geoff Mcfetridge. The simplicity and innovation shown by literally using duct tape for the waves, in combination with the black cut out shapes of the surfers, embodies the essence of longboarding and highlights the originality these surfers display even on the smallest of waves.

The contest is comprised of 16 invitees competing on traditional “logs” — single fin and 9’2 length minimum. There is a no-interference rule and surfers are encouraged to ride the same wave to see what they can create together. As an added incentive, additional prize money is awarded for best shared wave. Dedicated longboarding pioneers and true style mavens such as former world champions Honolua Blomfield and Jen Smith, respected shaper Ashley Lloyd, icon Kassia Meador, local Karina Rozunko and are competing in the women’s debut of the event showing the world how the ladies get it done. 

 

Surf Tesla

 

LIMTED EDITION TESLA SURFBOARD

For those who have dreamed of owning a Tesla – a surfboard that is – here it is! Available today is the new Limited Edition Tesla Surfboard, designed in collaboration with Lost Surfboards and famed surfboard shaper Matt “Mayhem” Biolos.

Constructed from a lightweight “Black Dart” carbon fiber, the Tesla Surfboard features a mix of the same high-quality matte and gloss finishes used on Tesla cars. Along with tonal logos in a subtle contrast gloss, Tesla red coats the underside of the board. Measuring 6’8”, the board is designed to fit the Tesla Model S, X, and 3, accommodating it comfortably on the inside or outside of the vehicle.

Each surfboard will be custom made to order, and only 200 are being produced. Priced affordably at $1500, unfortunately you’ll need to keep dreaming about owning that Tesla. Not surprisingly, the edition is already sold out.

 

The Custom Smoothie

 

 
How many days a week do you do cardio? How many are strength training? Do you eat meat or are you vegan? Are your goals weight loss or building muscle? How many servings of fresh fruit and vegetables do you eat daily? These are just of the few questions asked as you go through the iFit Nourish questionnaire to determine the perfect shake for you.

There are a plethora of protein powders on the market, and one size does not fit all. What works for a bodybuilder looking to bulk up, does not for a woman looking to slim down. With a blend of protein, carbs, and fat, each iFit shake packet is custom blended for your body type, fitness goals, and nutritional needs. Delivered monthly in a subscription service, most importantly the shakes are delicious too!

I make a protein shake for breakfast every morning after I work out, and look for a nutritionally dense protein powder sourced from high-quality ingredients that tastes great, blends icy smooth, and keeps me satisfied all morning long. The protein options in an iFit shake are a dairy-based whey, or a vegetable blend of brown rice, hemp and pea. As compared with a single-source protein, these help provide higher levels of amino acids for better muscle recovery and growth.

So for this cardio junkie editor, it’s Formula 33747 with 230 calories and 21g of whey protein (I find it blends better than vegetable), 35g of carbs, 9g of fiber, and 2.5g of fat. It’s loaded with calcium, folate, potassium, and other vitamins and minerals targeted to a woman my age. A shake can reveal a lot about a person. What does yours say about you?

 

Off The Beaten Path

 

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Hit the trails, pitch your tent, and hang your hammock!

Get out and enjoy the great outdoors even if it’s just your own backyard!

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: ENO DOUBLENEST HAMMOCK $69.95. Light and compact enough for backpacking, yet robust enough for backyard relaxation, the popular Eno DoubleNest Hammock sets up anywhere in seconds with plenty of room for two. Strong nylon taffeta holds up to 400 pounds, comes in a wide variety of colors, and tucks into a small integrated stuff sack.

MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR LOOKOUT TANK DRESS now $44.90. Cute enough for town, but rugged enough for the mountains, this stylish striped tank dress features easy summer style in a performance fabric, with the added comfort of a sporty racer back.

LEKI MICRO VARIO CARBON TREKKING POLES $199. If you’ve never hiked with trekking poles, it’s a whole new way to enjoy the trails. They add stability, speed, and extra bit of fun over variable terrain. Leki is the most recognized brand, and these Micro Vario Carbon poles feature an adjustable design that’s lightweight and compact. Folding design packs down to a 15″ length and fits into the included stuff sack. Read More

 

Sporty Sun Skin Savers

 

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Hey sun lovers… we want to make sure you’re taking care

of your skin and hair this summer! Protect, hydrate, and moisturize from head to toe with these all-natural beauty favorites.

 

ROW 1: SUPERGOOP PERFECT DAY 2-IN-1 EVERYWHERE LOTION $19. It’s a broad spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen and SPF 30 lip balm all in one handy tube. Protect your face and body with this anti-aging, anti-oxidant enriched sunscreen, with moisturizing Mint Condition Lip Shield neatly hidden inside the cap.

RINSE BATH & BODY PEPPOFIT FOOT STICK $16.95. Feet take a beating in the summer so give them some love. Triple distilled peppermint and tea tree essential oils are blended with shea butter, apricot and avocado oils for invigorating foot moisturizer in a handy stick.

BARE REPUBLIC HYDRATING AFTER SUN SPRAY MIST $12.99. This refreshing spray features cooling aloe vera and anti-inflammatory seaweed in an antioxidant blend of citrus, apricot, almond, and vanilla essential oils that calm, hydrate, and soothe sunbaked skin. Read More

 

It’s Finals Weekend: Wimbledon vs. The World Cup

 

 

ILLUSTRATION BY FERDINAND VAN ALPHEN

What a sport lover’s weekend is in store! Saturday will feature Serena Williams battling it out against Angelique Kerber in the Women’s Final at Wimbledon. These two went head to head in the 2016 final, with Williams grabbing the win in a tight two set match. That was the last time Williams played at Wimbledon since becoming a mom and this only her fourth tournament back — amazing, but not surprising given her record as a Grand Slam finalist (30) and Grand Slam champion (23)! 

The men take to the court Sunday morning for the Men’s Final at Wimbledon, where Kevin Anderson will be competing against… late breaking news: Novac Djokovic! In one of the tightest, longest, and most epic semi-final matches, after 6:36 hours on the court, Anderson finally edged out John Isner winning (7-6, 6-7, 6-7, 6-4, 26-24)! There are no tie-breakers in the fifth set at Wimbledon, and it took Anderson 26 games to win his spot in the final.  Read More

 

#EveryoneOutside

 

 
If you’ve been looking for a crash course in any outdoor sport you’ve ever wanted to try, the Pursuit Series is the weekend getaway for you! Billed as the “Outdoor Adventure Camp for Grown-Ups”, the Pursuit Series takes place in different locations throughout the country. I recently visited the Pursuit at Hunter Mountain in upstate New York, where rock climbing, fly tying, and camping were just a few of the top picks on my action-packed schedule. 

The Pursuit Series offers a fully immersive experience in nature’s playground that you can customize from the most strenuous to the most relaxing activities: from outdoor sports like mountain biking, trail running, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, and fly fishing; to outdoor skills like how to pack a backpack, cook in the backcountry, and use a map and compass; to wellness experiences like essentials oils for the outdoors, restorative hammock yoga, and very important to me, how to brew the “Ultimate Kickass Cup of Coffee”Read More

 

Eye Candy: The Season’s Hottest New Shades

 

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In a wild assortment of eye-popping colors, this season’s new performance eyewear is not for just a pretty face. Aerodynamically designed for optimal vision, fit, and comfort, these 8 shades can handle the toughest conditions in which top athletes thrive – and with max style too!

 
LEFT COLUMN: SMITH FLYWHEEL $139. Flywheel unleashes a new eyewear era for outdoor enthusiasts with avant-garde sunglass style. With ChromaPop color-enhancing lens technology, and two-position megol nose pads for comfort, this unconventional retro modern shield has you ready to rock any sport with style.

ROKA SR-1 CUSTOM SUNGLASSES $210. Pick your frame, temple and nose pad from a palette of rich glossy colors, and lens shade of your choice, to create your own unique custom design of the ultra performance SR-1 from Roka. Also available in 4 other rimless and full frame models, these sunglasses are designed and optimized for road cyclists and runners. They feature patented GEKO™ technology for superior grip; a locked-down fit courtesy of adjustable titanium core wires; and world class lenses by Carl Zeiss Vision with simple lens interchangeability. Weighing in at only 24g, the custom SR-1 delivers an uncompromising sport frame for racing and training in over 42,000 possible combinations! Read More

 

Surf Flick Classics!

 

FIVE SUMMER STORIES 1972

Summer has arrived and it’s time for another round-up of great sport flick classics. The beaches are beckoning and the Best of Surf is the theme of this collection. If you can’t make it to the shore, surf’s up at home. So queue up the DVDs and get ready to paddle out, drop in and ride those waves! As always, click the image for a preview trailer.

Let’s lead it off with “Five Summer Stories”, heralded as one of the finest surf movies ever made. This classic features all the great surfers from the 70’s like Gerry Lopez, Shaun Tomson, Jeff Hakman, and Margo Oberg. Filmed against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and the Nixon years, the movie portrays a young, outlaw sport at a strategic point in its creative evolution. Read More

 

Independence Play

 

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Get your game on for the 4TH OF JULY and celebrate with this

patriotic collection of the red, white, and blue!

 

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LEFT COLUMN: MONSE STARS & STRIPES SWEATER now $534. Monse’s patriotic take on the flag, turns the stars and stripes into this cropped, off the shoulder, summer sweater. GAP DEMIN FLAG POCKET SHORTS $54.95. These high-waisted, distressed denim shorts feature exposed pockets printed with the American flag. WILSON CUSTOM BASEBALL GLOVES. Shown here in red, white, and blue, customize any Wilson baseball glove in the colors of your choice —  along with basketballs, footballs, bats and more. PRO KADIMA FLAG BEACH PADDLES $14.99. Everyone’s favorite beach game gets patriotic for the 4th with these American flag paddles. BARK COMMANDER AIR TRAVEL $1099. For the advanced paddler looking for the high performance for which Bark Stand Up Paddleboards are known, and the portability of an inflatable SUP, your Commander is here! Available in both 12′ and 14′ foot lengths. 

CENTER COLUMN: GUCCI PRINCETOWN HORSEBIT STRIPED CANVAS SLIPPERS $790. The ever trendy Gucci loafer mule gets sporty for the 4th of July in a red, white and blue striped canvas. It’s the to and fro shoe for the chicest of fitness and fashion fanatics! CALLAWAY CHROME SOFT TRUVIS GOLF BALLS $44.95. Tee off with these Callaway Chrome Soft Truvis golf balls that combine Tour-proven distance and performance, with unparalleled feel and miss-hit forgiveness. Available in a patriotic American flag as well as World Cup designs! POLO RALPH LAUREN JERSEY HOODED SHIRT $59.50. Red, white, blue and striped, it’s the perfect hoodie for your 4th of July festivities that you’ll be wearing all summer long. OMEGA SAILING BRACELET $285-350. In addition to stately timepieces, Omega also produces these stylish woven sailing bracelets, available in both a nylon and rubber weave, and in a host of great summer colors and styles. CONVERSE ONE STAR HERITAGE LOW TOP $75. Patriotic yet understated, this white leather Converse One Star, with it’s simple red and blue trim, is an American classic.

RIGHT COLUMN: L.L.BEAN TOTE FRENCH SAILOR STRIPE $69.95. No household should be without the clssic L.L.Bean tote, and this special blue and red stripe edition adds a fun new look to this legendary canvas bag. STANCE MLB ON FIELD SOCKS $24. Celebrate America’s pastime with the official socks of Major League Baseball the teams will be wearing on the 4th of July and at the All-Star Game too!

 

Love Means Zero

 

 

Even if you don’t follow tennis, the name Nick Bollettieri and his tennis academy likely rings a bell. Now on Showtime is “Love Means Zero“, the documentary which tells the story of this legendary but controversial coach, through both his own accounts and many of the players with whom he worked. Colorful archival 80’s and 90’s tennis footage (Fila, Ellesse, and Oakley fans delight!), combined with the weathered, or should I say leathered, 86-year-old Bolletieri’s braggadocio, makes for a captivating documentary anyone will enjoy.

Over the course of his career, Bollettieri coached such top players as Jim Courier, Monica Seles, Martina Hingis, Anna Kournikova, Boris Becker, Serena and Venus Williams — but none is more famous than Andre Agassi, the primary focus of the film. Their 10-year partnership brought both player and coach tennis stardom, yielding Agassi his first of his Grand Slam wins at Wimbledon in 1992. Bolletieri shocked the world following that victory, however, immediately terminating his relationship with Agassi. Read More

 

The Sport of Pride

 

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Pride Week is coming to Manhattan, culminating in annual extravaganza that is Pride March on Sunday, June 24th. Now more than ever, we celebrate and embrace the rainbow of colors that represent the diversity of the LGBT community — and show them loud and proud with this sporty collection!

LEFT COLUMN: STUTTERHEIM VLADIMIR RAINCOAT $395. This classic Stutterheim unisex raincoat from Sweden celebrates the rainbow flag with 10% of the purchase price donated to an international LGBTQ organization. RE/DONE RAINBOW LOGO HOODIE now $229. This 100% cotton vintage black hoodie pops with the rainbow Re/Done logo front and center. APPLE PRIDE EDITION WATCHBAND $49. Apple is proud to support LGBTQ advocacy organizations. Made from more than 500 threads woven together in a unique colorful pattern, a portion of the proceeds from the Pride Edition band benefits those important efforts.

CENTER COLUMN: WELL WORN PRIDE SHORT SLEEVE CROPPED SWEATSHIRT $17.99. From the pride collection at Target, we love this French terry rainbow trim cropped Pride sweatshirt… for men! PURRIDE TRUCKER HAT $16.75. Illustrated by our good friend Ferdinand.Ink whose work we’ve featured on Style of Sport, the Purride cat shows off her true colors!  BILLABONG FLUID X BOARDSHORTS $54.95. Featuring Billabong Platinum X performance boardshort technology, the Fluid X features 4-way stretch fabric, ergonomic paneling, and micro-repel coating – customized with this colorful gradient stripe print. HEDSTROM MULTI-COLORED VOLLEYBALL $14.16. Perfect at the beach or park is this rainbow volleyball for summertime fun. MIRA MIKATI RAINBOW KNIT SLIDE SANDALS $390. Multi-colored crochet knit on top, and a contoured footbed on bottom, these Mira Mikati rainbow knit slides combine comfort and whimsy in one fun summer sandal. 

RIGHT COLUMN: MILLY RAINBOW SIDE SCOOP TANK $185. Featuring that classic 80’s style — cut high on the thigh and low on the back — this sexy one-piece tank suit features a rainbow of stripes snaking down its front. DSQUARED RAINBOW TENNIS SNEAKERS now $343. With a little Stan Smith style, these white leather sneakers feature a multi-colored grosgrain stripe accent and contrasting patent leather heel tab. TOPSHOP MOTO RAINBOW SIDE STRIPED JEANS $90. Mid-rise, straight leg, bleached low stretch denim, with these rainbow side stripe jeans you’ll want to show your pride all summer long!

 

World Cup Mash Up

 

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World Cup fever is spreading fast! Sport and fashion brands have

teamed up with hottest fan gear that will have you cheering long after the

2018 Fifa World Cup champion is crowned! 

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: NIGERIA NATIONAL TEAM KIT. The Team Nigeria kit, with its bold green zigzags and florals, has become the most hyped collection of the 2018 Fifa World Cup. Unfortunately getting your hands on any fan gear is proving to be as challenging as winning the World Cup, as most pieces quickly sold out after its release.  

PUMA FOREVER FOOTBALL TRACK JACKET $75. Not just for soccer fans, these track jackets will appeal to all with their retro-style as they pay homage to a few winners of World Cups past and the countries that hosted them. 

“SOCCER STYLE: THE MAGIC AND MADNESS $29.99”. Reputed Creative Director Simon Doonan shares his other passion besides fashion, which is soccer, in this new retrospective that looks at the style of the game. Through a fashion lens, Doonan entertainingly documents soccer style from its beginnings to present day. He celebrates the style icons of the game, from George Best to David Beckham, before turning his gaze to the hair, tattoos, and cars, in addition those other fixtures of the sport — the fans! Read More

 

Family, Friends & Father’s Day

 

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L.L.BEAN STOWAWAY PACK $19.95; WHAM-O CLASSIC 90G FRISBEE MULTI-COLOR 4-PACK $16PRISM STOWAWAY DELTA KITE $44.95; AUGUSTA SPORTSWEAR MESH VISOR $5.95; ALITE MEADOW REST LOUNGER $70; ADIDAS 3-STRIPES TEE $36; REI CAMP THROW BLANKET $89.95; ROKA ULTRALIGHT ROSE GOLD TITANIUM AVIATORS $260
 

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Gather friends and family, and celebrate this Father’s Day together. With blankets spread, toys at hand, and refreshments in the cooler… a summer picnic in the park is your venue. Here are the essentials for your perfect play day — all designed for easy stow and go, and they make great gifts too!

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OTTERBOX TROOPER LT 30 BACKPACK COOLER $299; PRIORITY COAST CRUISER $499; RUMPL DOWN PUFFY BLANKET BAJA FADE $249; ALITE STONEFLY CHAIR $134.95; L.L.BEAN WAXED CANVAS OUTDOOR BLANKET $199.95; ADIDAS TELSTAR 2018 WORLD CUP GLIDER SOCCER BALL REPLICA $14.99SPIKEBALL (AS SEEN ON SHARK TANK) $60; FRANKLIN SPORTS SET OF 2 BADMINTON RACQUETS $8.99; SUNNYLIFE LUCITE BACKGAMMON SET $140; S’WELL 17 OZ. WATER BOTTLE $35; LACOSTE GABARDINE CAP WITH OVERSIZED CROCODILE $40; FILA REVERSIBLE BUCKET CAP $29  Read More

 

Happy Running Day!

 

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It’s Global Running Day, worldwide celebration that highlights the passion so many of us enjoy and encourages everyone to join in the fun. We’ve got all the cool gear to get you going, no matter how far or fast you may run!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: GARMIN FENIX 5 now $449. For any athlete, the ultimate sport watch is the Garmin Fenix. For runners it offers bio-mechanical measurements such as cadence, stride length, ground contact time and balance, in addition to total multi-sport functionality such as a heart rate monitor, GPS, and other cycling, swim and fitness specific metrics. A bright, high-resolution, full-color display with LED backlighting assures great readability in all ambient conditions. Each model offers a variety of stainless steel finishes, with quickfit watch band combinations to match both your fashion and athletic style. Wi-Fi enabled, automatically send activity uploads and receive smart notifications as well. 

ROKA RIO TITANIUM SUNGLASSES $260. Don’t be fooled by these stylish aviators, they are really performance sunglasses designed for the most demanding athletes. Titanium frames make them ultra lightweight and durable, with geko pads on nose and temples for multi-directional grip and comfort no matter how sweaty. Carl Zeiss lenses offer outstanding clarity with ballistic-impact resistance. Available in other sizes, colors (rose gold!), and models such as the Phantom and Falcon.  Read More

 

Your Summer 2018 Essentials!

 

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Summer is here and we’re kicking it off with

these far from basic beach essentials! Get a little crazy with stripes,

geometrics, and patterns that pop — it’s the look for all your

summer 2018 fun and games!

 

LEFT COLUMN: MONCLER ACETATE SKI SUNGLASSES $325. They say ski, we say sea! Block the sun’s rays with these colorful shades in any sporty locale. Tonal-orange and dark-green lenses included. DAKINE PARTY COOLER TOTE $50. A tote and cooler in one, stash all your beach party essentials and take ’em to go! SUNNYLIFE LUXE TOWEL $49.95. The perfect beach towel makes the perfect beach day, and this plush and graphic luxe lounger is designed for just that. FUNBOY CONVERTIBLE LOUNGER POOL FLOAT $128. Your summer ride is here – a pink retro, wing tip convertible made for two that’s your ticket to float. 

CENTER COLUMN: AMIRI STAR TRUCKER HAT $275. The baseball hat is always a summer essential and this trucker is the wild one of the season! SOLID & STRIPED ELLE MALIBU STRIPE BIKINI $176. Beach volleyball or beach chair, this season’s bikini is chic, sporty and striped! SEAVEES SUNSET STRIP SNEAKER CABANA $88. It’s your classic canvas sneaker from Seavees, updated with playful polkadots and modern slip-on design. PURE CITY STEP THROUGH CRUISER $299. It isn’t summer without a cruiser, and this stylish interpretation has it all — at a great price too!

RIGHT COLUMN: BARK COMMANDER PRO ELITE PRONE PADDLEBOARD $2099. Before there was Stand Up, there was prone paddleboarding. Bark has long been recognized for their race and award winning designs, with a summer fleet now available in an assortment of fun colors. NESO TENT SUNSHADE $99.95. Max out those days at the beach under this lightweight, portable sun shelter. Anchors fill with sand or rocks for easy set-up with no staking required. 

 

Volvo Ocean Race

 

From top: Leg 9 start day, Newport to Cardiff, May 20, 2018. Photo by Ugo Fonolla/Volvo Ocean Race; Leg 6, Hong Kong to Auckland, February 18, 2018. Day 12 on board Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag with John Fisher (1970-2018) at the helm. Sadly underlining just how dangerous this race is, Fisher was swept overboard on March 26 in gale force conditions in the Southern Ocean and never recovered. Photo by Jeremie Lecaudey/Volvo Ocean Race; Leg 2 start day, Lisbon to Cape Town, November 5, 2017. Dongfeng Race Team drone shot from above. Photo by Eloi Stichelbaut/Dongfeng Race Team

 
Crossing the Atlantic Ocean as I write are 7 race boats sailing from Newport, RI to Cardiff, Wales in the 9th leg of the Volvo Ocean Race. With 11 legs in total, ranging from approximately 3 to 22 days at sea, the Volvo Ocean Race is described as the longest and toughest professional sporting event in the world. The race covers 45,000 nautical miles that cross four oceans, touch six continents, and visits 12 landmark Host Cities. What began in October of 2017 in Alicante, Spain will finish in The Hague in the Netherlands at the end of June 2018 in what will have been an 9-month test of endurance in some of the most grueling conditions imaginable.

Since 1973, the Volvo Ocean Race has provided the ultimate test of teamwork and adventure. Originally known as the Whitbread Around The World Race, Volvo took it over in 1998. The race is held every three years, and for more than four decades has held an almost mythical power over some the sport’s greatest. In the current era of One Design racing, every team races the exact same Volvo Ocean 65, ensuring the race is all about the sailing and not about the boat. There is no prize money awarded for the relentless intensity and perseverance required in this round-the-clock pursuit, but for a sailor to see their name etched into one of the silver rings of the Volvo Ocean Race Trophy has a value beyond compare. Put simply, the Volvo Ocean Race is an obsession many of the world’s best sailors have dedicated years of their lives trying to win. Read More

 

Tee Time

 

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From sport and designer labels alike, say it in style with these graphic summer tees. Vintage washed and super soft, it’s always tee time in these 12 hot tops!

ROW 1: ADIDAS ORIGINALS TREFOIL LOGO TEE $40; RE/DONE SUNFADE NEON LOGO TEE $95; GRATEFUL DEAD GRAPHIC T-SHIRT $12.99. ROW 2: EBBETS FIELD FLANNELS KANSAS CITY KATZ VINTAGE TEE $32 (SEE HISTORICAL COLLECTION!); TORY SPORT LITTLE GRUMPS FLOCKED TEE $80; ISABEL MARANT SURF CALIFORNIA TEE $155; ROW 3: GUCCI “GUCCY INTERNAIVE XXV” T-SHIRT $590PARKS PROJECT NATIONAL PARKS T-SHIRTS $36; ETRE CECILE “DEJA DUDE” T-SHIRT $95ROW 4: SRIRACHA T-SHIRT $12.99; FIORUCCI VINTAGE ANGELS $95NASA T-SHIRT $12.99

 

Style On Wheels

 

 

Cruise around town on a bicycle built for two: comfort and style!

Chic, simple, and reasonably priced, these bikes have got all you need

and nothing you don’t.

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BENNO BALOONER $679.99 (above)

Playful but elegant, the 8-speed Benno Ballooner is your retro but modern everyday bike. As comfortable as it is stylish, with its balanced upright position and bump absorbing balloon tires, it offers a smooth and effortless ride. Shown above in the men’s model, the women’s throws in an extra dash of panache. Read More

 

Anoraks & Fanny Packs

 

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WE LIKE AN ANORAK!

Lightweight, highly-packable, and weather-resistant, the anorak is a layering essential for hikes, rides, runs, to and fro – especially in all these fun color combos!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: COTOPAXI TECA WINDBREAKER $79.95;
K-WAY LE VRAI $84; VETEMENTS HOODED JACKET NOW $1183; STIO DOWNWATER ANORAK $139; L.L.BEAN MOUNTAIN CLASSIC ANORAK $59; STELLA MCCARTNEY FOR ADIDAS ESSENTIAL JACKET $120

 

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…AND ALSO A FANNY PACK!

Yes, the fanny pack is back and a fashion favorite for Spring from designer and sport brands alike! Stash your essentials and wear them go with this handy accessory!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: KAVU SPECTATOR $25; PATAGONIA MINI HIP PACK $29
MARC JACOBS SPORT LEATHER TRIMMED SATIN BELT BAG $350;
MOUNTAINSMITH VIBE $29.95

 

BUT WE REALLY LIKE A FANORAK!

The North Face Fanorak $79 is an anorak in a fanny pack! This trusty weather resistant anorak – available in a wide array of bold patterns and vivid colors – stows away in its own kangaroo pocket fanny pack. 

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Dancing With The Athletes

 

 

Dancing With The Stars kicked off its 26th season last night with a special all-athlete cast of contestants. Though I’m not a regular viewer of the show, I had to tune in to see how Olympians like figure skaters Adam Rippon and Mirai Nigasu; NCAA Women’s Basketball champ and buzzer beater Arike Ogunbowale; Olympic gold medal winning softball pitcher Jennie Finch Daigle; and the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar would fare on the dance floor.

We all know how competitive athletes are, and in fact professional and Olympic champions like Emmet Smith, Apolo Anton Ohno, and Laurie Hernandez are just a few of the athletes to have won the coveted Mirror Ball Trophy bestowed upon each season’s champion. Sheer athleticism and competitive drive, however, does not necessarily translate into the footwork, rhythm, elegance, and star quality required to win this competition. While some surprised, like the I, Tonya redeemed Tonya Harding and Olympic luger Chris Mazdzer, others disappointed like two-time world series champ Johnny Damon and two-time gold medal snowboarder Jamie Andersen, who due to an abbreviated 4-week season were sent packing after the first dance.  Read More

 

Denim Dayz

 

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Denim Gets Sporty from Head to Toe

In These Cool Spring Styles!

 
LEFT COLUMN: STELLA MCCARTNEY DENIM BOMBER JACKET $1265. Your denim jacket gets sportified with this superstar track jacket style from Stella McCartney! THE GREAT DISTRESSED DENIM SHORTS $235. From Current & Elliott founders and denim lovers, come these perfectly distressed and frayed, high waisted cut-offs – an evergreen summer staple. HERSCHEL SUPPLY CO. FIFTEEN BLEACHED DENIM BELT BAG $35. The fanny pack has made a stylish comeback this spring, and this bleached denim number from Herschel hits both trends! TOD’S GOMMINO DENIM LOAFERS $565. Tod’s iconic Gommino loafers are right on trend, updated in faded denim and detailed with the same rivets on your favorite jeans. 

CENTER COLUMN: TODD SNYDER X NEW ERA MLB CAP $78. Created in partnership with New Era Hats and Cone Denim — the legendary mill that’s been crafting premium vintage denims since 1891 — all your favorite teams are represented in this special denim collection of New Era 59Fifty fitted baseball caps from Todd Snyder. MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR WOMENS HARDWEAR DENIM JEAN $125. Don’t let these cute slim fit jeans fool you, they are actually rugged hiking and climbing pants! Designed to fit your body as well as your lifestyle, they’ll take you up mountain trails and back down into town. 

RIGHT COLUMN: THE GAP CROPPED DENIM SLEEVELESS WESTERN SHIRT $39.99. A cool look this spring and summer is this light indigo, sleeveless jean shirt – cropped, frayed, and crafted with Premium 1969 vintage denim. VANS SK-8 HI REISSUE $70. The legendary Vans high top has been reissued in a faded denim canvas, and features the sneaker’s signature padded collars, white wavy graphic, and rubber waffle outsoles. Also available in the low top Old Skool style. RALPH LAUREN RRL INDIGO COTTON SHAWL CARDIGAN $695. Perfect for those chilly summer nights is this medium weight shawl cardigan, made from pre-twisted cotton yarn dyed with true indigo.

 

Standard Issue? Not This Crew…

 

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We brought you The Gray Hoody, now it’s time for The Crew…

9 basic gray sweatshirts with some not so basic style!

 

ROW 1: ISABEL MARANT ETOILE MADILON COTTON BLEAND SWEATSHIRT $220; FACETASM EMBROIDERED RIBBED TRIMMED JERSEY SWEATSHIRT $535; CHAMPION COTTON SWEATSHIRT $113

ROW 2: OFF WHITE X CHAMPION PRINTED SWEATSHIRT $585; AMO DISTRESSED COTTON SWEATSHIRT $178 $89; IRO UTROPY DISTRESSED SWEATSHIRT $175

ROW 3: THOM BROWNE CLASSIC FOUR BAR SWEATSHIRT $510; CHRISTOPHER KANE MINNIE MOUSE COTTON SWEATSHIRT $300; REDONE CLASSIC CREWNECK SWEATSHIRT $200

 

Powering Life Off The Grid

 
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: CAMPING AND COOKING WITH BIOLITE CAMPSTOVE; BIOLITE BASECAMP STOVE; COOKING WITH BIOLITE HOMESTOVE IN UGANDA 

 

When Jonathan Cedar and Alex Drummond decided to build a better campstove, little did they know they would be finding a solution for a much larger health, environmental, and economic challenge. What started as an afterhours project for two campers and product developers evolved into a full time business and line of outdoor products with a much larger global mission called Biolite.

Half the planet lives in “energy poverty”, lacking safe and reliable ways to cook, charge, and light their lives. Imagine having an open campfire burning in your home every day. Three billion people cook over smoky open fires, which is the cause of 4 million premature deaths annually – more than HIV, TB, and malaria combined. These emissions are also the world’s leading carbon pollutants and source of climate change. Tired of having their campstoves run out of gas, Jonathan and Alex simply wanted to design a campstove that didn’t rely on fossil fuels. What they discovered serendipitously was that the needs of families around the world living in energy poverty were very much aligned with those of outdoor enthusiasts.

Biolite founders Jonathan Cedar and Alex Drummond met at Smart Design in New York City where they quickly bonded over their interest in sustainable design. Cedar told Style of Sport in an interview last week, “It wasn’t meant to be business. It was just meant to be to be fun. Let’s make a stove that doesn’t use gas.”  Their concept was a portable wood-burning stove able to utilize its own thermal energy to improve combustion. Using the technology of thermoelectric panels – the same concept as solar panels but for heat – a fan could power combustion with the energy generated from the heat of the fire. A self-sustaining cycle was the result: burning wood generates heat; heat generates electricity; electricity powers the fan; fan stokes the fire and makes more heat. And so it goes. The electricity generated could charge personal devices too. Read More

 

Sporting Spring Stripes

 

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Bold and graphic colorblocked stripes can’t be missed this spring,

as seen on both fashion and sport brands alike. Cropped tees, dresses, sweatshirts, sneakers and more… it’s a look that’s always sporty and always in style!

 
LEFT COLUMN: P.E. NATION CANNIBAL CROPPED SWEATSHIRT $150. Up, down, and across, bold colorblock stripes make a graphic statement on this crop top sweatshirt. HUNTER WOMENS ORIGINAL GARDEN STRIPE PLIMSOLLS $95. Crafted from a water-resistant canvas, the Original Plimsoll is printed with an all-over nautical stripe – a chic and sporty look for spring. GUCCI SIDE STRIPED JERSEY TRACK PANTS $850. Made from smooth jersey, Gucci amps up these track pants with contrast stripes on the sides and cuffs, designed in a red, tonal-blue and cream palette. FIORUCCI STRIPED CROP T-SHIRT $85. The iconic 80’s brand is back, and this red and white striped cropped tee highlights its logo in contrast black across the chest.

CENTER COLUMN: 3.1 PHILLIP LIM RED STRIPED SEQUIN TANK $495 & STRIPED PANEL MINI SKIRT $295. Phillip Lim took those sporty stripes and ran with them for Spring 2018 on some of the most trend-defining looks of the season! MONCLER MAGLIA JERSEY STRETCH TOP $850. This moto inspired track jacket features a stretch-jersey construction framed with a stand-up snap collar. Crimson red with contrasting white stripes and logo-embroidered sleeve panels, it’s a clean-lined and sleek silhouette for spring. TORY SPORT MOTLEY CHECK FLATFORM SANDALS $248. They may be checked, but they read like stripes – chopped and asymmetrical in a blue and white. A modern update on a classic sporty style, they feature adjustable velcro straps and a platform rubber sole for cool look and comfortable fit.

RIGHT COLUMN: OMEGA NATO STRAPS. Mix and match, pick and choose from a wide variety of colorful striped Nato straps that pair perfectly with any of the classic Omega models. ROSSIGNOL STRIPED HEM KNIT DRESS $306. Not just for the slopes only, Rossignol goes into spring with the same sporty style embodied in this long, sleek-fitting, tank dress, that’s trimmed in the season’s stripes.

 

Boring Gray Hoody? Not These 9…

 

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Cropped or long, striped or lettered, zip-up or pullover…

the hooded sweatshirt gets a stylish makeover and we’ve got something for

everyone in these nine shades of gray!

 

ROW 1 FROM LEFT: OFF-WHITE CROPPED MELANGE COTTON-JERSEY HOODED TOP $655DSQUARED2 BE COOL BE NICE HOODED JERSEY SWEATSHIRT $570NSF ELIZA ZIP DETAIL HOODIE $238

ROW 2: TODD SNYDER + CHAMPION CLASSIC FULL ZIP HOODIE $178SIMON MILLER BOISE FRAYED COTTON-TERRY HOODED SWEATSHIRT $275T BY ALEXANDER WANG FLEECE-PANELED PRINTED COTTON-JERSEY HOODED TOP $375

ROW 3: MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR FIRETOWER HOODY $95MOTHER DISTRESSED COTTON-BLEND HOODIE $272OPENING CEREMONY VELVET APPLIQUED COTTON-JERSEY HOODED TOP $295

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Ice Cream Headaches

 

 

All photographs by Julien Roubinet from Ice Cream Headaches

For most who envision the life of a surfer, images of board shorts and bikinis, blue waters and sunny beaches, or Hawaii and California come to mind. Unfamiliar to many however, are the intrepid surfers who call the beaches of New York and New Jersey their home break, braving the frigid winter waters of the Atlantic in thick hooded wetsuits for a few fleeting moments inside a murky barrel. Theirs is the hardcore, diverse, and vibrant cold water surfing community that is celebrated in the newly released tome, Ice Cream Headaches.
 


 
Writer Ed Thompson and photographer Julien Roubinet met surfing at Rockaway Beach and spent four years logging more than 4,000 miles from Eastern Long Island to Cape May, NJ, interviewing and photographing the surfers, shapers, artists, and documentarians who make up the scene. From local legend and Montauk fisherman Charlie Weimar; to Pulitzer Prize-winning author William Finnegan; to professional surfers with global followings such as Quincy Davis, Mikey De Temple and Balaram Stack, the New York surf community is as rich and colorful as the metropolis at its center.  Read More

 

Out Of The Woods

 

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A plaid flannel vest from Miu Miu; a camo hoody dress from Jeremy Scott; glacier glasses from Gucci… designers have taken to the trails for Spring with these woods inspired looks. Add your authentic tech and sporty pieces from Salomon, Mountain Hardwear, and The North Face to camp it up with runway style!

 
LEFT COLUMN: JEREMY SCOTT CAMOUFLAGE HOODED DRESS $548. Lookout hunters! There’s no blending into the background in this sexy camo and safety orange hooded dress. MIU MIU PLAID WOOL BLEND FELT GILET $2205. It’s Elmer Fab in this long soft wool-blend plaid gilet, detailed with smooth satin lining, ombré leather collar, and topped off with a pretty bow. MARMOT WOMENS KODACHROME SHORT $60. Available in a variety of muted earth tones, these stay-cool, quick-dry stretch hiking shorts are DWR treated and engineered for warm weather comfort and mobility wherever the trail may lead. SALOMON SENSE RIDE $120. Take on the trail, or the city streets if you choose, with the new Salomon Sense Ride trail running shoe. With premium wet traction grip, an internal fit sleeve, and plenty of cushioning, you’ll be ready to go all day long. Read More

 

Spring Fling

 

PHOTOS BY KELLY RYERSON

Last Wednesday on the first day of spring, the fourth Nor’Easter of March blanketed New York City in a foot of snow. While some complained, I rejoiced in the Winter Wonderland that became Central Park. Equipped with a closet full of snow gear I had been wanting to demo all winter, I wrangled my buddy, photographer Kelly Ryerson, and we trekked out to the park armed with snowshoes, cross country skis, snow running shoes, and lots of layers. Who needs spring? Here’s hoping for another snow storm! Read More

 

10 Tennies

 

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Though the snow may be falling, the calendar says it’s spring,

and you better have a pair of white tennies ready to go! From your favorite sport brand to the designer inspiration, here are 10 white sneakers

to run around in this spring!

 

LEFT COLUMN: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN OVERSIZED SNEAKER $575; SAINT LAURENT COURT CLASSIC $595CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR WORDMARK LOW TOP $65; AXEL ARIGATO DUNK SUEDE TRIMMED LEATHER SNEAKERS $225VETEMENTS LOGO PERFORATED LEATHER SNEAKERS $930

RIGHT COLUMN: GOLDEN GOOSE DELUXE BRAND SUPERSTAR LEATHER SNEAKERS $495GUCCI ACE BEE EMBROIDERED LEATHER TRAINERS $620COMMON PROJECTS ORIGINAL ACHILLES LEATHER SNEAKERS $410; ADIDAS ORIGINALS COURT VANTAGE $75PRO-KEDS ROYAL PLUS SUEDE SNEAKERS $85

 

Pret-A-Sporter: Fall 2018

 

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The Fall 2018 Ready-To-Wear Collections are officially a wrap and once again it’s time for “PRET-A-SPORTER”, our semi-annual review of the sportiest looks from the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris.

We now present the 15 sportiest looks for Fall 2018!

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Gymboree

 

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HIGH SCHOOL GYM CLASS GETS FASHION INFUSED

WITH BOLD GRAPHICS, POPPING COLORS, AND RACY CUTS ON THESE

SPORTY SPRING MUST HAVES!

 

LEFT COLUMN: GUCCI PRINTED COTTON JERSEY T-SHIRT $620. With gym shorts and sneakers, or jeans and a heel, this Gucci tee is the hit of the season anyplace anytime. PALM ANGELS STRIPED SATIN-JERSEY SHORTS $325. It’s your classic gym short in sleek jersey satin. Side stripes and high elastic waist add to the cool retro style. VETEMENTS LOGO PRINTED SWIMSUIT $550. Demna Gvasalia and Vetements puts his spin on the swim team inspired racer back. An athletic-inspired silhouette, he integrates a bikini top into its design for a playful look. GOLDEN GOOSE DELUXE BRAND SUPERSTAR SNEAKERS $480. The fashion set’s favorite sneaker, these Golden Goose Superstars add a hit of neon yellow to your basic white tennie. 

CENTER COLUMN: MIU MIU KNITTED PLAYSUIT $1810Fresh off the Paris runway, it’s playtime in this attention-grabbing moto inspired singlet. With soft knit fabric enhanced by retro stripes, this zip-up one piece is as sexy as it is sporty. CHAMPION REVERSE WEAVE VINTAGE TERRY CREW SWEATSHIRT $119. Super soft and cozy, this terry crewneck takes Champion nostalgia and mixes its athletic heritage with a little fuzzy fun. FILA LOGO PRINTED TECH BELT PACK $27. If case you haven’t noticed, it’s all about a fanny pack for spring! From sport and fashion brands alike, the once dorky accessory is now a fashion must have, and this logo printed tech belt from Fila makes everyone’s list.

RIGHT COLUMN: FENTY X PUMA CROPPED LOGO TURTLENECK JUMPER $125. From Rihanna’s collection for Puma, this cropped turtleneck with woven Puma cat logo adds a sexy edge to that classic collegiate style. ADIDAS ORIGINALS ADIBREAK TEAR AWAY TRACK PANTS $80. The track pant has become another fashion favorite, to and fro and on the go! Pair these tearaway classics from adidas Originals with any top for hip all day style. OPENING CEREMONY RIBBED KNIT TRIM HOODED TOP $175. For where anywhere, the classic OC hoodie has been updated in a crisp white and accented with their signature two-tone elastic logo banding along the cuffs and hem. 

 

W.O.W! Working Out With Bob Harper

 

PHOTOGRAPHS BY MICHAEL WILLIAMS 

On January 31st of last year, day 31 of my 31 Days of Fitness challenge, I worked out with Bob Harper for the grand finale. Bob is one of the most famous trainers and personalities in the fitness industry, having starred on “The Biggest Loser” for 17 seasons. The workout did not disappoint. Bob lived up to his all-star billing, pushing my body beyond what I thought it was capable of in a high intensity circuit workout that kicked my butt after 1 round. Relentless but nurturing he kept me going for 3 more — dropping my time with each round.

12 days later Bob suffered a massive heart attack on the floor of that very same gym.

Bob calls it “the heart attack heard round the world”. It was the top story on every entertainment program, morning television, and the evening news. The last thing you ever expect is for one of the world’s most famous trainers to have a heart attack. Bob had what is known as a “widow maker”, which usually has about a 6% rate of survival. He credits the doctors who happened to be at the gym that day. and the AED (defibrillator) on the premises, for saving his life. He has since said he won’t ever work out at a gym that doesn’t have one.

When Bob woke up from a coma in the hospital two days later, he had no recollection of what had happened, nor anything about that day. He confessed recently he didn’t remember our workout or how we had met, as his short term memory was affected by the heart attack. Since then, however, he has been making steady progress, documenting on social media what has been both a physical and emotional journey back to health. Confronting his mortality and the realization that despite his physical fitness he could not avoid his family history of heart disease has been extremely challenging. His mother died of a heart attack and his priorities have shifted dramatically. He doesn’t sweat the small stuff, and he doesn’t sweat the big stuff either.
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Two Trainers, Two Books, Two Friends

 

BOB HARPER & STACEY GRIFFITH

Photo by Debby Hymowitz

Super trainers Bob Harper and Stacey Griffith have been friends for over 20 years with a lot of history between them. Two of the most recognized faces in the fitness industry, they first met at Crunch Fitness in West Hollywood in 1996. Stacey was there to take Bob’s spinning class as part of the audition process to be an instructor. Crunch was looking for a new star, Stacey told the audience in a conversation between the two at the 92nd Street Y, someone to be the next “Bob Harper”. Bob jumped in aghast, “Isn’t that awful? I would have said, I don’t want to be him. I want to be me!” Stacey would get the gig, and go on to be that fitness star by being her. Bob and Stacey were recently on the 92Y stage together to talk about their new books. Stacey’s first book, Two Turns from Zero: Pushing to Higher Fitness Goals — Converting Them to Life Strength is now out in paperback; and Bob’s newest book, his fifth, The Super Carb Diet: Shed Pounds, Build Strength, Eat Real Food was published in December.

Stacey Griffith is one of the founding Senior Master Instructors at SoulCycle whose popularity helped create the boutique fitness behemoth the brand is today. With a cult-like following whose classes are sold out within moments of sign-up, she is an expert motivator and self-empowerment guru. Stacey was a featured trainer on one of Oprah Winfrey’s “Live Your Best Life” tours, teaching to audiences of more than 15,000, and now a motivational speaker as well, regularly invited to lecture at various universities and corporations. Not bad for one who admits she didn’t even go to college. Read More

 

Track Attack

 

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From designers like Marc Jacobs and Gucci, to sport brands like Adidas and Diadora, everyone is running around in the classic track jacket this spring!

ROW 1:DIADORA BJ88 OG TRACK JACKET $169GUCCI BLUE EMBROIDERED TRACK JACKET $2395MARC JACOBS RED & NAVY TRACK JACKET $550 

ROW 2: PALM ANGELS CROPPED STRIPED SATIN JERSEY TRACK JACKET $395ADIDAS BECKENBAUER TRACK TOP $79; UO STRIPED VARSITY JACKET $149 

ROW 3: OFF-WHITE TECHNICAL TRACK JACKET $1045; MIU MIU COTTON BLEND JACKET $1445; TORY SPORT CRISS CROSS TRACK JACKET $225 

 

The SOS Week of Wellness Giveaway!

 

 

We kicked off 2018 with January’s 31 Days of Wellness — a month long adventure which found your editor checking out all the most popular wellness trends at New York City’s hottest studios. Flotation Therapy, Infrared Saunas, Meditation, Salt Therapy and many more… now you can experience a week’s worth of some of my favorites!

To kickoff March, it’s the SOS Week of Wellness Giveaway and all you’ve got to do is sign up to enter for a chance to win this amazing package valued at over $750! Here’s what relaxing, rejuvenating and restorative treatments are awaiting that lucky winner:

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1. MNDFL | Video

Win a 3 month subscription to MNDFL Video! One of the biggest wellness trends of the last few years is meditation, and boutique studios such as MNDFL have brought the practice into a modern day setting as I discovered on Day 3. Now you can access their expert teachers at home and join the MNDFL community no matter where you are! Meditation is a practice that teaches us to focus our attention, calm our senses, and gain clarity — a much needed antidote to the stress and distractions we encounter in our daily lives. With classes varying in theme, time, and teacher – both new and old meditators will find many options to enjoy. Value $45 

2. INFINITY FLOAT

Win a 60-minute float session at INFINITY FLOAT, NYC’s premier luxury float suite for the “Sensory Deprivation Experience” which I visited on Day 4. This sleek and modern private float cabin is beautifully designed with glowing blue light and a star-lit ceiling to sooth and calm as you float effortlessly in a state of anti-gravity. Filled with over 1000 lbs. of magnesium sulfate, flotation therapy is like a giant Epsom Salt bath, which many athletes use as part of their sport recovery program. A rejuvenating experience for body and mind, get ready to float away into a state of deep relaxation. Value $125 Read More

 

Bye Bye Pye: A Photo Farewell to PyeongChang 2018

 

JOHANN ANDRE FORFANG OF NORWAY COMPETES IN SKI JUMPING MEN’S LARGE HILL
 
PHOTO BY MATTHIAS HANGST/GETTY IMAGES 

 

Though PyeongChang and the 2018 Winter Olympics are now behind us, the unforgettable performances of its athletes will be forever remembered thanks to the incredible photographs captured during the games. Since 1988 Getty Images has been the IOC Official Partner, entrusted with the responsibility of capturing every event from every angle, and making these images available to the public almost as soon as they happen.

For PyeongChang, Getty Images deployed an all-star roster of over 80 sports photographers, photo editors, and support staff to document each of the 102 Winter Olympic sports. Well before the Games began, approximately 80 kilometers of state-of-the-art fiber optic network were laid in preparation across the Olympic venues to connect the key photo positions back to the Main Press Center. Those views from the field were transferred to consumers in under a minute — .58 seconds to be exact.

From 159,266 total images available on Getty.com from PyeongChang, Ken Mainardis, Vice President of Sports Imagery and Services at Getty Images, and Stuart Hannagan, Vice President of Editorial at Getty Images made a selection of images for STYLE of SPORT they felt most represented the scope of imagery captured during the 2018 Winter Olympics. Here they are, along with commentary about why…
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Headgames

 

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From the half pipe to slopestyle, downhill to slalom, the only thing as dazzling as the Olympic athletes’ performances on the snow has been their headgear. The helmets and goggles designed to protect these skiers and snowboarders in high speed crashes, big air wipeouts, and blustery conditions have been putting on a show in Pyeongchang. With their vibrant hues, graphic designs, and high shine glosses, the gold medal winners are…

LEFT COLUMN: OAKLEY MOD3 MIPS SNOW HELMET $180. As previewed in Pyeongchang 2018: Gearing Up, it’s been hard to miss the Oakley Harmony Fade collection of neon yellow and orange goggles on so many of the skiers and snowboarders. The more understated Oakley MOD3 helmet has a clean and simple aesthetic, and is designed to integrate seamlessly with any goggle with its Modular Brim System. Offering all-mountain versatility with all-day comfort, the MOD3 features MIPS industry leading safety protection (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System), BOA fit system, and easy magnetic buckle closure. 



LINDSAY VONN IN BRIKO VULCANO HELMET & OAKLEY HARMONY FADE FLIGHT DECK GOGGLES

 
ANON M2 GOGGLES $239.95. Anon is Burton Snowboards line of goggles, as seen on Shaun White in his historic 3rd gold medal win in the Mens Halfpipe! With multiple styles available, the M2 features a rimless design and a super fast and easy, magnetic lens change technology.  It’s spherical lens mimics the curvature of the human eye for superior optics, while Zeiss lenses enhance contrast for the best possible definition and terrain recognition. Also available is the Anon MFI facemask which attaches to the goggle for extra warmth and protection on the most frigid of days!  Read More

 

A Photo Finish

 

TEAM USA’s JESSICA DIGGINS AND KIKKAN RANDALL CELEBRATE AFTER WINNING GOLD IN THE WOMENS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM SPRINT AT THE PYEONGCHANG 2018 WINTER OLYMPICS. (ODD ANDERSEN/AFP/Getty Images)

 

Team USA’s Kikkan Randall and Jesse Diggins made history today becoming the first Americans to win a gold medal in Cross Country Skiing. Winning the Womens Team Sprint by just 0.19 seconds, their victory was too close to capture with the naked eye and was decided by a photo finish. The Men’s 15km Mass Start Biathlon was won by a similarly narrow margin in another photofinish earlier this week.  

Omega is the Official Timekeeper of Olympic games, and has fulfilled that role for 27 Olympics since 1932, when the games were timed with just 30 chronograph stopwatches. Among Omega’s many contributions to sports timing since has been the development of photoelectric cells. First used in 1948 in St. Moritz, a highly reactive beam of light was emitted onto the finish line. It stopped the timer as soon as the first athlete crossed it, measuring to 1000th of a second.
 

TOP: PYEONGCHANG 2018, WOMENS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM SPRINT, TEAM USA’S JESSICA DIGGINS CROSSING THE FINISH LINE JUST AHEAD OF SWEDEN’S STINA NILSSON; RIO 2016, WOMENS 400M FINAL, BAHAMAS’ SHAUNAE MILLER FALLS ACROSS FINISH LINE AHEAD OF USA’S ALLYSON FELIX

 
This technology was integrated into a new slit technology photofinish camera that captured a sequence of events through a narrow field of vision from a single point on a vertical dimension. While a conventional photograph shows a variety of locations at a fixed moment in time, a photo finish shows a variety of times at a fixed location. The time markings along the bottom of the image show the exact crossing time of any racer, and the elevated angle highlights the position of every racer in relation to the others. What results are these beautifully abstract and elongated horizontal streaks of the athletes bodies crossing the finish line. Read More

 

Have Your Cake & Ride It Too

 

 

As bicycle commuting has become increasingly popular, perhaps the hottest category in the bike industry is now the e-bike. For those who want to avoid a sweaty push up a hill before arriving at an important meeting, e-bikes offer riders a boost of propulsion when they need it. With a small integrated motor that uses a rechargeable battery to assist the riders own pedal power, there is no noise or fuel emissions.

This eco-friendly technology has evolved off road as well into mountain bikes, and now into KALK, an electric high-performance off-road motorcycle. Designed for exploration and discovery, the KALK allows riders to travel as far as 50 miles, and as fast as 50 miles per hour, with the single charge of its battery. Emitting zero fuel emissions, lightweight and silent, the KALK encourages off road riding with responsibility and respect.  Read More

 

Red Hot & Sporty

 

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On the snow, bike and beach…

get all fired up in this red hot gear!

 
FROM LEFT COLUMN 1: OAKLEY HOLBROOK BACKPACK $65. Keep it hot with your everyday tote. For work or play, this durable duotone red backpack ports all your essentials and also features a padded internal sleeve that accommodates 15-inch laptops. NITRO QUIVER NUAT SNOWBOARD $499From the Nitro Quiver series of uniquely shaped, monochromatic snowboards, the Nuat is made for powder days with its surf-inspired shape. Its wing-cut wide nose and tapered tail makes the Nuat super responsive for quick turns while still designed for maximum float.

COLUMN 2: POC IRIS STRIPE GOGGLES $99.95. This classic mid-sized mirrored goggle pumps up the style with its playful strap. Shown here in Valentine red, it also comes in other fun color combos. The double lens features an anti-scratch treatment on the outside and an anti-fog treatment on the inside for durability and clear vision. Triple-layer face foam means an ultra-comfortable fit. ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE DARCY STRIPED STRETCH KNIT TRACK JACKET $435. The track jacket continues to be a fashion favorite, and this classic 70’s style from Isabel Marant Étoile features a loose fit, retro ribbed cuffs and collar, zip pockets, and comes with matching pants too! PATAGONIA STRIDER SHORT $49. Board short style, these running shorts feature a wide, supportive waistband and built-in liner with breathable mesh panels to keep you cool and comfy. Fabric’s lightweight DWR treatment keeps a little rain from ruining your run. CONVERSE ONE STAR SUEDE LOW TOP now $59.97. An iconic sneaker and must have in the rotation, the Converse One Star is a style classic. Shown here in red suede with a black star, any color combo is hot!  Read More

 

Pyeongchang 2018: Gearing Up!

 

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The 2018 Winter Olympics kick off this week and we could not be more excited for all the action packed excitement to come! Besides the incredible athletes and heroic performances, there will be all the cool gear, apparel, and accessories we wait every four years to see! Skis, goggles, helmets, and more, here is a preview of just some of the amazing swag to come, that you can get your hands on too!

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: ROSSIGNOL HERO WORLD CUP SKI BOOTS. We will soon be seeing Rossignol’s HERO racing series and graphics across skis, boots, helmets, and accessories. HERO reflects the brand’s history atop the podium in World Cup and Olympic competition. Offering a sleek look along with technical excellence, the new HERO World Cup is the real-deal, elite-level race boot for competitive alpine racers. It features a race hinged design, and neutral, upright stance for efficient power transmission. An ultra-thin cork-flo lace-up liner provides an exact fit for ultimate precision and performance. Read More

 

Cap Beauty: The Wellness Mecca

 

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CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: CAP BEAUTY THE COCONUT BUTTER; UMA WELLNESS OIL AROMATHERAPY DISCOVERY KIT; TATA HARPER REJUVENATING HAND CREAM;VINTER’S DAUGHTER ACTIVE BOTANICAL SERUM; THE NEAT MATCHA STICK BOX; MAY LINDSTROM THE HONEY MUD; CAP BEAUTY THE CAPTIVATOR ENERGY MIST; EIR ACTIVE BODY WASH; KARMAMEJU RECHARGE IONIC BODY BRUSH

 
Nestled on a typically quaint side street in Greenwich Village is CAP BEAUTY, a boutique and mecca for New York City’s wellness obsessed woman. With their slogan, “Beauty is Wellness. Wellness is Beauty”, CAP carries over 100 brands of 100% natural products. Ranging from ingestibles like medicinal mushrooms, matcha, and coconut butter; to serums, lotions and oils, CAP covers the beauty and wellness spectrum inside and out. We had planned to include CAP in our 31 Days of Wellness feature, but upon visiting the shop discovered there was so much there, it was a story in itself.

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Though all are available online at CAPBEAUTY.com, the shop is a destination created to embody the understated, yet fairly fabulous lifestyle these enticing products represent. You understand each in the context of the whole. None of it is inexpensive, but all is tempting in this space where wellness reigns and style abounds. The floors are lined with rose quartz, tonics flow, and beauty secrets are buzzing. All can be yours in a jar, tube, or mist. Add to that a spa downstairs with wellness infused facials and other body treatments.
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Super Fly Trainers

 

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Flyknit, Primeknit, EvoKnit… super stylish for everyday wear,

interwoven seamless technology insures these trainers perform as good as

they look, no matter the workout!

 
LEFT COLUMN: NIKE LUNAR EPIC LOW PLYKNIT now $109.97. From the company that brought you Flyknit, Nike has taken this seamless woven technology and integrated it into many of their best selling models. The LunarEpic is a lightweight cushioned running shoe — winner of Competitor Magazine’s 2017 Editor’s Choice award. It’s a favorite of your editor too, for its versatility as a distance running shoe that’s great for HIIT workouts as well. The Flyknit 2 improves on its predecessor with an updated slip-on design for a sock-like snug and supportive fit. Available in multiple colors for men and women. Running, Cross Training, HIIT workouts

MERRELL TRAIL GLOVE 4 KNIT $130. For men and women, this barefoot trail running and training shoe now features a 3D knit sock-like construction and 4-way stretch. Designed for support and agility on the trail and obstacle training, the dual directional flex-groove midsole offers stability on uneven terrain with durable anatomical grooves on outsole for superior grip and traction. Trail Running, Cross Training, Freerunning, Parkour Read More

 

Snow Beach

 

2018 RALPH LAUREN SNOW BEACH COLLECTION

 
Launching today is Snow Beach, a limited edition snowboarding collection by Polo Ralph Lauren that commemorates the 25th anniversary of this iconic collection’s original 1993 debut. Comprised of both reissued and reimagined styles inspired by the original collection, a color capsule is now available, with a black & white capsule coming February 1.

The original collection was inspired by the look and attitude of early 1990s when snowboard style was defined by an eclectic mix of color-blocked and graphic technical pieces. With its bold colors and signature logo, Snow Beach introduced a new vibe to the Ralph Lauren aesthetic, less gentrified and more hip hop. These pieces would become highly sought-after collector’s items, as did others in the Polo collections of that era. Read More

 

James Truman: From Edits to Eats

 
 
JAMES TRUMAN AT HIS VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT NIX
WITH A FEW OF THE TASTY MENU OFFERINGS

 
Just about two years ago, James Truman, the former Editorial Director of Conde Nast, opened Nix, a style and cuisine focused vegetarian restaurant in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village. This was not, however, his first foray into the restaurant business. He had partnered previously with hotelier André Balazs on Narcissa in the East Village and Chiltern Firehouse in London. But, really, his first restaurant was the famous Conde Nast cafeteria at the company’s former Times Square headquarters. It was his project to oversee. He hired Frank Gehry to design the space, and it became the hot spot for lunch. The only way to get in was if you worked there or knew someone in the building.

When I’m asked to describe what is STYLE of SPORT, my one liner is it’s where sport intersects with fashion, design, art, news and culture. James Truman, who once held one of the most influential positions in fashion and publishing, opening vegetarian restaurant – with a Michelin star no less – is very much at that SOS intersection. Add to that the coincidence that he and I worked together at Conde Nast on a women’s sports magazine, Conde Nast Sports for Women, that was his idea to launch in the mid-90’s.

James and I met for lunch last week at Nix, where we chatted about his evolution from the magazine to the restaurant business, and the passion he has for sport, food, and the healthy lifestyle.  Read More

 

31 Days of Wellness: The Final Countdown

 

 
Here we are in the final week of January’s 31 Days of Wellness! Our monthlong journey through the wellness landscape continues with more of the most buzzed about trends, classes, and nutrition. As you can see from above I’ve been busy with cryotherapy, hip hop yoga, thermal baths, Bulletproof coffee, infrared saunas, Spiderbands, mediation, and lots more! We kick it off this week with…
 

 
January 22: INVERSION THERAPY. Gravity boots, inversion tables and chairs… the practice and benefits of hanging upside down has been around for decades. I stumbled upon it today at a friends house who has a wall yoga set up I couldn’t resist giving a try.

For spinal decompression and traction, inversion therapy is often used to treat lower back pain. Overall, the benefits of relieving gravitational pressure on the spine and stretching the surrounding musculature are increased flexibility, better circulation, and improved posture. When standing upright, gravity pulls everything in our body downwards, most notably is blood. When you are inverted you reverse that blood flow in your body which turns on the lymphatic system to flush out toxins and boost the immune system. Read More

 

CamoKaze

 

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From sea to snow, Camo is always in season!

Blend in and standout with this collection of sporty favorites.

 

CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: FAITH CONNEXION CAMO INTARSIA SWEATER $800 now $288! A bold camouflage pattern is knit with delicate mohair blend yarns in this oversized street-chic sweater.

OAKLEY WINDJACKET 2.0 SUNGLASSES $150. The Oakley Windjacket combines sunglasses and goggles in a cool hybrid that features the best of both in performance and style. Shown here with a Camo frame, the Prizm Snow lens enhances contrast in a wide range of light. Removable triple-layer face foam and strap provides added wind protection and keeps sunglasses secure on the slopes.

POLO RALPH LAUREN CAMO TWILL CARGO PANTS $198. Break away from your standard-issue uniform in these surplus-inspired camo cargo pants. Bold statement cargo pockets and streamlined fit, look great for an all day playful and stylish look. 

ALTERNATIVE ECO-FLEECE JOGGER PANT $58. To and from the gym, running around, or just relaxing at home, you’ll be living in these super soft and cozy camo sweats all season long. Check out the entire Alternative Camo Collection too! Read More

 

Day 20: Collective Consciousness

 

THE WOMENS MARCH NYC 2018

Day 20 of the 31 Days of Wellness gets its own post because it was a unique and special one. Perhaps the biggest wellness trend was christened today in what we are calling Collective Consciouness. This is the intoxicating feeling of hope and positivity that occurs when hundreds of thousands of women – friends and strangers alike – come together to voice their shared their beliefs as one. United in our conviction that country under its current leadership is one we cannot support, neither as women and nor as Americans, today the Women’s March in NYC connected us in a collective consciousness that left me feeling the best I have all month!

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31 Days of Wellness: Week 3

 

KOMBUCHA COLA

Welcome to Week 3 of the 31 Days of Wellness! I “Woke Up With Intention” this morning listening to the 4 minute meditation on the Breethe App. I must say it did keep my usual worries from waking up with me, and definitely set a positive tone for the day. We’ve got lots in store this week, from Tai Chi to Spiderbands to Salt therapy, but let’s get started with a nutritional wellness favorite…

Day 15: KOMBUCHA. Though incredibly good for you, Kombucha is an acquired taste. Lots of people love its tart pungent flavor, but it took me a while. Kombucha is hardly a new wellness trend, but one, like so many I’m finding this month, that has been around for ages… literally. Thought to have originated over 2000 years ago in China, Kombucha has a rich cultural history of health benefits said to include the prevention of cancer, arthritis, and other degenerative diseases. Kombucha has caught on in the last few years as the favorite brew of the wellness set for all its digestive benefits as well.

Kombucha is made from sweetened tea that is naturally fermented by a symbiotic combination of healthy bacteria and yeast. That’s what gives it the vinegary flavor and carbonated fizz. Kombucha is a powerful antioxidant and one of its greatest health benefits is the ability to detox the system. Naturally fermented, Kombucha is rich in probiotics. We all hear the term “gut-health” these days, and probiotics provide your digestive tract with healthy bacteria that help improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and support your immune system, as they absorb nutrients and fight infection. Read More

 

Sunday Night Sport Flix on Ice

 

 
With I, Tonya a top movie pick among fans and critics, and the skating competitions of the 2018 Winter Olympics just a couple weeks away, we take a look at some of our all-time favorite skate themed films on this icy winter Sunday. From ice hockey to pairs competitions, dramas to rom-coms, it’s the perfect evening to check out one of these ever popular and soon-to-be classics!

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I, TONYA 2017

I, Tonya centers on one of the most salacious scandals in sports history, when the rivalry between figure skaters Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan took a violent turn in the weeks leading up to the 1994 Winter Olympics. An ill-conceived attack planned by Harding’s ex-husband, Kerrigan was assaulted in an attempt to break her leg at the U.S. National Championships. Harding would later plead guilty to hindering the investigation and was subsequently banned from competition for life. Margot Robbie stars as Tonya Harding in this darkly comedic tale that earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress, and co-star Allison Janney a win for Best Supporting actress.
 

SLAP SHOT 1977

Slap Shot is the 1977 sports comedy classic starring Paul Newman as the coach of a struggling minor-league hockey team. In an effort to build up lagging attendance at games, he signs three hard-charging players, the Hanson Brothers, whose violent and thuggish style of play excites the fans and draw big crowds. Outrageous comedy, hard-hitting action, memorable one-liners, and unforgettable characters make Slap Shot one of the best sports movies ever! Read More

 

31 Days of Wellness: Week 2

 

AIRE ANCIENT BATHS

January has 31 Days of Wellness! Our monthlong journey through the wellness landscape continues with more of the most buzzed about trends, classes, and studios. Yoga, meditation, sleep, breathwork, cleanses, sensory experiences, restorative therapies, and more… it’s about looking good AND feeling good in 2018!

Day 8: AIRE ANCIENT BATHS. Communal Bathhouses have long been a part of every culture from the Arabic hammam to the Roman thermae to the Russian banya. The design and architecture of these spaces are as much a part of their rich history as the restorative effects of the thermal waters themselves. Following in this tradition is Aire Ancient Baths in Tribeca, with other locations in cities worldwide.

All Aire Ancient Baths are located in restored historical buildings in the heart of a bustling city. The Tribeca location is underground in what was a textile factory originally built in 1883. A gorgeous work of architecture, industrial yet serene in its design, it is now a totally immersive and relaxing wellness space, enhanced by the exposed brick, dim candlelight, and of course, the multiple glowing pools.

Each pool or bath is a different temperature and mineral composition, and provides a unique experience. We’ve all heard the expression “taking the waters” and that’s what I did in the 90-minute session that consists of a tour through the Caldarium (Hot Bath 102ºF), Frigidarium (Cold Bath 57ºF and Ice Bath 50ºF), Tepidarium (Warm Bath 97ºF), Balneum (Bath of a Thousand Jets), and Flotarium (Salt Water Bath). There is also the Laconicum (Steam Room with aromatherapy), as well as the salt exfoliation area. One can opt for a 30, 45 or 60-minute massage as well, in which I did indulge to top it all off, because when in Rome… wait, I’m in New York City! In this hidden oasis underground, you forget where you are. Read More

 

Brrrr… Let’s Go Running!

 

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Don’t let a little arctic freeze keep you indoors.

Layer up, get outside and show winter who’s the boss! Stay warm and dry on the frostiest of runs in these stylish performance pieces.

 

LEFT COLUMN: ARC’TERYX NORVAN JACKET $349. For men and women, this ultra minimal, waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex shell offers freedom of movement and comfortable protection in cold, wet, and windy conditions. 

MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR GRUB GLOVE $60. This mitten/glove hybrid offers the best of both! The glove features Polartec Power Stretch, with touch screen compatibility and stretchy comfort. For extra warmth, the quilted thermal back flips over into a mitten. 

PATAGONIA NANO AIR LIGHT HYBRID VEST $149. A go-to layer of your SOS editor, the Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid Vest puts weatherproof insulation in a soft and airy, flyweight shell fabric for warm, stretchy, and breathable performance. It’s available in a jacket as well, for both men and women. 
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The 31 Days of Fitness!

 
ROW 1: CITY ROW; RUNNING; DANCEBODY; ROW 2: DOGPOUND; PURE YOGA; SWTICH PLAYGROUND; ROW 3: EXHALE CFX; RUMBLE; DEUCE GYM

 
Happy New Year everyone and welcome to The 31 Days of Fitness! Every January your editor embarks on a crazy adventure, and does a different workout or takes a different fitness class everyday all month long. My objective? To show our readers how many different exercise options are out there and that there are no excuses not to get in shape this 2017! The holidays have been fun but it’s time to get our butts back in gear as this new year begins. There is a workout for everyone out there — running, spinning, boxing, rowing, Crossfit, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), pole dancing, yoga, pilates, and more — and I’m going to sample them all this month! I’m determined to find the workout for you — not just one you’ll do, but one you will actually enjoy!
 

January 31: BODY BY BOB. That’s it folks… the 31 Days of Fitness are officially a wrap! Back in NYC, we went out with a bang on Day 31, with a grand finale featuring none other than super trainer Bob Harper! Yes, “Biggest Loser” fans, THE Bob Harper, and let me tell you something… believe the hype! This guy gets star billing for a reason. He is a super motivator. Sampling some of the flavors of workouts I’ve done so far, with a few I hadn’t tasted yet, Bob whipped up an all-out, full-blast circuit of high intensity moves that kicked my butt after one round. Then he kept me going for 3 more rounds, coaching and inspiring me to drop my time too! Borrowing from Gymnastics, CrossFit, and HIIT workouts, the stations went from the Woodway Curve (cool to run on that self propelled treadmill again after Speedplay on Day 29); to Parallette Shoot Thrus (parallel bars on floor with leg swings to front and back); to the Schwinn Airdyne bike (told you it was back); to Thrusters (barbell squats with overhead press); to Sprawlers (burpees without the push-up); to Kettlebell swings.
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31 Days of Wellness!

 

 
Happy New Year everyone and welcome to the “31 Days of Wellness”! In years past, January 1st has commenced my 31 Days of Fitness odyssey, with SOS (aka me) sampling all the hottest workouts every day for 31 days straight. With a few nagging injuries from 2017, I decided to shift the focus this year from the outside to the inside with 31 days of the most buzzed about wellness trends, classes, and studios. Yoga, meditation, sleep, breathwork, cleanses, sensory experiences, restorative therapies, and more… it’s about looking good AND feeling good in 2018, which can only happen with that mind and body connection.

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DEADLINE TO ENTER FRIDAY, MARCH 9 AT MIDNIGHT!

 

What’s also unique this January is that the first day of the week, year, and month are all on January 1. The planets have aligned for a fresh start! So here we go…

Day 1: HOT VINYASA YOGA. With most of the country in an arctic freeze, what a perfect way to kick off our 31 Days of Wellness than with a Hot Vinyasa class — especially as I started the new year with the 9 degree NYRR Midnight Run at 12:01am this morning! Read More

 
 

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