Just as they do on land in the Five Boroughs, the FDNY is there, safeguarding all of New York City’s waterways, ready to answer the call from their station in Brooklyn’s Navy Yard. Aiding them in their work is an impressive fleet of patrol and emergency response vehicles, tools, and even Mustang Survival Classic Flotation Bomber Jackets.  

Earlier this year, we were fortunate enough to spend a rainy winter day with them on Marine 6 patrolling the New York Harbor, and to get to know the ships, gear, and great people who keep NYC’s waterways free from harm for all of us. Thank you to the FDNY for having us and for all that you do to help ensure we can continue our urban explorations safely.

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As a lifelong Oregonian with a burning affinity for Pendelton’s work, I can safely say there are more Pendelton blankets in my extended family than family members. It’s truly an honor to get to interview Lindsey Thornburg and tap into her mind with the Wild Ingenuity™ lens. We hope you enjoy reading Lindsey’s thoughtful answers on Nature-Culture-Future as much as we did!

NATURE
Tell us a bit about yourself, your company, and how your products are inspired by nature.

My name is Lindsey Thornburg. I’m a New York-based fashion designer from Montana and Colorado. I’m known best for my collaboration with Pendleton. I’m the first company in 110 years Pendleton has allowed cut into their blankets. I don’t really have a strategy, but I like being outside and I’ve always made clothing that’s reflected what I like to do. I like nature and I like looking cool and being cozy in nature.

CULTURE
Where do you go for inspiration and what out there in current culture is creating the best or most interesting vibes to motivate you?

I love being outside. I love making art outside with groovy people that like the psychedelic aspects of nature. No one else’s vibe motivates me. Even if I’m inspired. I have to motivate myself. What we do is so specific but I think there’s a lot of people doing clever things on the internet right now. I love clever good design even if it’s out of my wheelhouse. I love things that can last forever and aren’t trend based.

FUTURE
What does the future look like for your work and what’s on your mind as you look forward?

I want a store in Aspen :). I went to high school there and it would be a fun homecoming to have my creative endeavors take me back.

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Imagine sporting a timeless messenger bag that perfectly serves all your everyday needs, and still accentuates your fashion. A beautiful little bag that can perfectly suit all your urban commuting errands and late-night escapades, all week long!

Now imagine if this daydreamed bag of yours ALSO comes from the greatest global manufacturer of messenger bags and backpacks in America – Chrome Industries. “The Citizen,” as it’s called, is a hell of a piece – the brand’s most popular product, and just by looking at it, it’s pretty easy to see why…

Here’s a Messenger Bike Bag like no other

Boasting an impressive capacity of 26L, a super-durable outside that’s abrasion-resistant and waterproof, and the fact that it can comfortably carry anything – including a 17” MacBook Pro, means this isn’t just another ordinary bag. But perhaps the greatest feature of Chrome Industries Citizen Messenger Bag has to be Chrome’s iconic seat-belt buckle strap which makes it easy to wear it and quite trendy (wink. wink).

See, being a cyclist and a proud owner of this little masterpiece means not getting worried that all your goodies and possessions could get wet or damaged in case of a huge downpour. On top of that, Chrome’s cross-chest load stabilizer is there to ensure it never moves about once you ride.

Simplicity at the Heart of Construction

Peering inside the Citizen you’ll find a hollow space with a waterproof liner and Velcro – A powerhouse 1-2 punch of materials that not only ergonomically stores your stuff but keeps it dry.  The little outer zipper pocket beside the divider pockets also conveniently allows storage of smaller items like the famous phone-wallet-key triage we all know and love.

Timeless and High-Performing

That’s right; Chrome industries care for ardent night cyclists and the signature 3M reflective detailing says it all. Reflective stitching ensures that it’s visible after dark, 100 meters away, and exactly what night riders and after-dark pedestrians would be glad to own.

Other features of Chrome Citizen Night Messenger Bag include daisy-chain mounting loops designed to hold carabineer or bike lights, cross-chest load stabilizer straps, and the fact that it’s just 0.8Kg light.

It is important to note that this messenger bag can be dependably relied on and easily last for a decade. The shoulder strap is a commercial-grade 5-bar seat belt made of nylon and can withstand everyday rigors, while the outer abrasion-resistant CORDURA fabric material is 100% waterproof. Inside is a 1000-denier military-grade tarpaulin.

Stop Dreaming

The Citizen Night Bag MSRP’s at only $160, comes in more than 10 badass color options and is covered by Chrome Industries impeccable ‘365 to Life Warranty’.

Quit that dreaming and go VANISH on that next adventure in style, comfort, and confidence!

Features and Specifications

• Quick-release seat belt buckle.
• Daisy-chain mounting loops to attach bike lights.
• 3M Reflective front panel and reflective straps.
• Hollow 21L capacity.
• EVA foam-padded seat-belt buckle strap.
• Weatherproof interior and outer covers.
• Colors: 12 colors, including Night, Black/Red, Olive/Red, and Grey Red.
• Measures: 22”x13”x7”
• Volume: 26l.
• Weight: 0.8Kg.
• Made in the USA.

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As cold weather looms closer and closer, Woolrich is ready to battle it head-on, as they take us on a journey of ‘Hike and Seek’ with their FW20 Outdoor Label collection. Designed in Japan, this remarkable collection embraces readiness and adaptability through any terrain. After checking it out for ourselves, we at Vanish cannot seem to figure out how to pick our jaws up off the floor…

A Meticulously Designed Collection Rooted in Heritage, Sustainability & Innovation

Our friends at Woolrich have been rocking the game for almost 200 years now and introduce us to a stunning new collection that’s built to fend off the weather brought about in Fall and Winter. As they elaborate, the collection is made up of three main pillars: “heritage as a source of inspiration, sustainability as an approach towards the future, and innovation as a tool to better enhance the technologies used in production and design.“

Thanks to Woolrich’s one-of-a-kind layering philosophy and their vigor in assuring that each garment serves multiple purposes, every piece is made to cover critical periods of the cold season.

Technology Infused & Appalachian Trail Inspired

We love the innovative utilitarianism that’s applied in the thinking behind this collection, as well as the fact that one of our favorite mountain ranges, the Appalachians, provides much of the inspiration behind it all. As the team at Woolrich explain:

“The FW20 journey demonstrates three crucial passages explorers will face along the [Applachian] trail. From Bear Mountain to Mount Washington and Mount Katahdin, fluctuating climates must be met with careful preparation.”

“With temperatures in Bear Mountain flowing on average between 55°F and 77°F within fall/autumn, an assortment of lightweight, wool blended high-pile fleeces is offered, as well as shirts constructed from SeaWool fabric made of upcycled oyster shell and recycled PET plastic bottles. Mid-season jackets featuring Cebonner nylon provide an extremely water-repellent finish and cotton-like feel that is also substantially resistant to abrasion.”

“Mount Washington is known for the adverse and variable weather conditions discovered along its trail, so heavier garments provide the next level of seasonal protection. Recycled down-filled parkas and vests constructed from GORE-TEX® Infinium offers unmatched breathability and wind shield defense. Mid-layer pullovers capture elemental versatility, and the inclusion of Lyocell, a natural material made from wood cellulose and pulp, is featured on crewnecks to arrest and absorb perspiration.”

“With impending temperatures that break below 32°F, adaptability and functionality become fundamental drivers when passing along Mount Katahdin. The dependable protection discovered within the Wintertide Down Parka SD is the result of using GORE-TEX® Shakedry, which immediately repels falling snow and precipitation, and is padded with ‘Green is Good’ recycled down, developed directly by Goldwin. The Go to Zero GORE-TEX® series aims to reduce 90% of wastes coming from the pattern-making process, and gives noticeable character to the Trail Parka, which features a highly breathable shell that is intended to keep users dry in heavy snow thanks to its laser mesh lining. Lightweight protective hybrids like the Tundra Down Jacket combine Pertex Diamond Fuse nylon to avoid scrapes with Technow Re-closed, an innovative epoch-making fabric that closes seams and holes on its own, guaranteeing considerable warmth and water permeability, all while using 20% less down fill.”

Progressive Technology x Impressive Earth-Inspired Colors

The beauty of Woolrich’s 2020 Fall & Winter Collection continues to shine throughout, touting impressive natural color palettes that derive their inspiration from earthy tones of beige and blue. These tones are then combined with pale colorways and bolder color-block inspirations from the 80s and 90s (take us back!) to truly bring it to life.

Infused with progressive technology to allow one to thrive both in the city and on the trails, The Woolrich Outdoor Label offers durable, time-honored designs with dynamic function and adventure in mind.

Winter is Coming – Be Ready

With these technologies, a variety of appealing colors, and the collection’s unique inspiration in mind – not to mention Woolrich’s longstanding and impressive roots that date back to 1830 – Woolrich provides an omnipresent array of offerings in this collection that is surely worth checking out.

Freshly on the market as of October 19th, you can check out more from this awe-inspiring collection HERE.

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Our team at Vanish has noted that the individuals who thrive in tough times are bold hearted and passion-filled. The type of people always looking for a new outlet to sink their restless energy in. They carry with them the last vestiges of that great pioneering spirit, which defined generations of iron-willed American trailblazers, mountaineers, and adventurers of every stripe. Salomon’s  trail running shoes are built for that type of people.

Lose yourself among the elements

Rain or shine, it’s go time. The Alpine 2’s are water repellent and built for every terrain. No matter what the season, this shoe is ready for whatever mother nature has to throw at it. The iconic zipper cuff effectively seals the top of the shoe around your ankle, preventing water, snow, rocks and sand from ruining your run.

Take your adventure above the treeline

Charge across loose shale. Glide through thick marshes. Scale-up winding mountainsides like the Rocky Mountain goat.

The Alpine 2 uses to allow for maximum grip on loose, soft, rugged, and uneven surfaces. Contagrip features deep, sharp lugs made from a compound that balances durability and adhesion, allowing you to move seamlessly from one terrain to another. 

Maximum comfort made for you

combines foams with two different densities to provide superior cushioning, stability, and motion control.

Invest in a shoe made for your foot, not someone else’s. The Alpine 2 makes use of Salomon’s revolutionary SensiFit technology to provide a product with a secure and comfortable fit. Similar to memory foam, SensiFit adjusts to the unique contours of your foot, allowing for maximum comfort in all conditions.

Treat yourself 

Unwind from a stressful year, and give yourself the gift of adventure this holiday season. Check out to see even more epic , plus there hundreds of other outdoor products, including best-in-class , , casual wear, and . You deserve it.

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Watch out world, there’s a new sheriff in the town of men’s skincare….

The minds behind 100% American made, SELF/ish, provide a range of high-end men’s products that are made with ultra-clean formulations that you can use confidently as you take on any day!

Pioneered by Andrew Knox, Jason Cooper and Matt Young, this founding trio strives to ‘empower men to be selfish and take time to take care of themselves each day’. The LA based team has developed a unique formula specifically for men’s specific skin-physiology, rate of hair growth, sweat production, and pH levels.

A couple of the gents on our team at Vanish have even been lucky to get to try out a few of the SELF/ish products for themselves and the consensus is clear. We love the sleek look of the products and are even more psyched on the fact that each SELF/ish product is catered to tackle the many pesky issues we as men face…on our faces. You can be rest assured that with SELF/ish Skincare, problems from shaving and ingrowns will be a thing of the past. Furthermore, the SELF/ish products are chock full of benefits that combat anti-aging and protect skin integrity qualities.

In describing the consumer profile of SELF/ish, co-founder Andrew Knox, goes to tell us that “SELF/ish is truly built for the modern man.” This modern man, as Knox elaborates “is strong, confident and assertive, and he makes no apologies for it.” SELF/ish is perfect for active men – physically, and mentally – and encourages all those men who may not want to lose their ruggedness, that they don’t have to compromise on their skincare routine. He appreciates products that combine keen intelligence with sleek design.

SELF/ish is setting the new standard for performance products that are formulated with the utmost of clean ingredients. Their products are entirely free of Sulfates, Parabens, Phthalates and over 100 other “no-list” ingredients. Co-Founder Jason Cooper proudly adds, “All products are 100% clean and have been developed for the health and well-being of even the most discerning self- care advocate.” The range is designed to fit the unique skin needs of the active man, with two proprietary complexes that can only be found here:

1. VITAMIN BOOST COMPLEX: Provides a punch of Vitamin A, B, C, E and F for skin that’s conditioned and protected.
   
2. ACTIVE ACID COMPLEX: Delivers a gentle, daily-use blend of natural exfoliants to rid the skin of dead cells for a consistently fresh appearance.
   

Along with other potent acids, active natural ingredients, and nourishing botanicals, the complete SELF/ish Skincare line consists of the following seven products:

1. FACIAL CLEANSER: A gentle, effective cleanser powered by Active Acid Complex to instantly brighten his complexion for a fresh, healthy look.
   
2. FACIAL SCRUB: Gentle, effective scrub to slough away dead surface skin cells and soften facial hair for a smoother shave.
   
3. OIL-FREE FACIAL MOISTURIZER: An antioxidant vitamin-rich, oil-free daily moisturizer for all skin types; powered by Active Acid Complex to instantly brighten his complexion for a fresh, healthy look.
   
4. EYE CREAM: A lightweight, antioxidant vitamin-rich eye treatment to protect, moisturize and smooth the eye area.
   
5. EXFOLIATING PADS: Powerful effective scrub to slough away dead surface skin cells and soften facial hair for a smoother shave and give skin a power boost to eradicate dullness.
   
6. BAR SOAP: A moisturizing bar richin in shea and mango seed butters to keep your skin feeling fresh and hydrated.
   
7. HAND SANITIZER: A lightweight liquid with 80% alcohol to kill harmful bacteria and germs while protecting and moisturizing hands 
   

Taking their commitment to men’s health one step further, SELF/ish has also brokered a partnership with men’s health advocacy group Movember (you may know them as the group who get guys everywhere to grow their staches out in November for men’s health awareness👨🏻): with every purchase of a cleanser and scrub, the brand very unselfishly gives back $5, which goes toward myriad men’s related causes.

The SELF/ish skincare range offers seven products, available now on SelfishSkin.com. All of the products are formulated to comply with industry standards for clean formulations, and 100% of packaging is made in the US. For more information on this men’s skincare REVOLUTION, visit SelfishSkin.com or follow @selfishskin on social to keep up.

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The Stuff of Legends

are made to be light, durable, and quick-drying. They consist mostly of a light nylon solution, fortified by a spandex fabric with a durable water repellent finish. Their UPF-rated board shorts use yarn mixed with titanium dioxide. These additives are permanently locked into the yarn, providing long lasting, durable protection. This simple and effective design utilizes the best materials in swimwear design to deliver a durable pair of all purpose boardshorts.

Pockets for Every Adventure

Patagonia understands the need for versatility, which is why each pair of comes built with extra pockets for travel and fishing. The front slash pockets provide easy access to personal items, and are ideal for casual outings. MOC’s right-leg pocket is fly box compatible, freeing up an extra hand while fishing. The right leg pocket also contains a key loop, giving ocean goers the ability to securely fasten keys to their person. With this reliable key string, watermen can paddle out worry free, without having to stash their keys in a tailpipe or behind a hub cap. The MOC’s back pockets feature securable flaps, for added protection.

You can sleep easy, knowing that when your adventures land you in Bali on that once in a lifetime surf trip, you’ll have no worries on any disappearing wallets or passports.

Surf or Turf in Style!

The MOC Hybrid Shorts combines the functionality of boardshorts with the look and style of your everyday shorts. MOC closely resembles street clothes, allowing for seamless transitions from the surf to the beach side bar. The three-piece, self-lined waistband features belt loops contours, compatible with your favorite leather accessory.

MOC’s durable bartacked drawstring and ladderlock drawstring closure allows for simple waistband adjustments. As you grow, the shorts can follow! That’s some practical innovation that all of us at Vanish can’t get enough of!

No More Scabbed Gonads!

Let’s not forget a vital concern for every waterman: the way a pair of boardshorts handles the goods. Low quality boardshorts are infamous for the rashes and chafing that can result from a single ocean outing. It’s uncomfortable, and can result in days out of the water. The fine folks at Patagonia have taken this into consideration. feature a gusseted crotch so beach goers can move comfortably in the sand and the surf, without having to worry over the family jewels.

Save the Ocean with Enlightened Consumerism!

A moral quandary that nearly every waterman grapples with is the need for more, better equipment, and the environmental impact of unabated consumerism. Patagonia is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of our natural world, which is why they build high-quality products made to last. . By using recycled Nylon, Patagonia helps lessen our dependence on petroleum as a material source.

Wear and Tear? No Worries!

Planned obsolescence is a shady, unsustainable business practice. Patagonia products are backed by an ironclad guarantee, and the company is willing to repair most products for free!

Better Brands Do More Good

Let’s not forget that Patagonia is also leader in the global fight for sustainable business solutions. They work hand in hand with bluesign® technologies, to evaluate and reduce resource consumption in their materials supply chain. Patagonia’s self-imposed Earth tax, “1% for the Planet”, provides support to environmental initiatives across the globe.

The Shorts That Do It All

Good boardshorts are the result of quality materials and effective design. Patagonia’s MOC Hybrid Shorts rules in both!

Whether you’re gearing up for a long day at sea, or are simply running low on clean clothes, are the all purpose boardshort solution that every man deserves. The shorts run in a three colorways (Forge Gray, Mojave Khaki, and Black) and MSRP’s for only $79.

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A statement from their site reads:

“As a small show of our heartfelt gratitude for their dedication and bravery in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, from April 14, 2020 to Dec. 31, 2020 we will be giving a 50% discount to healthcare workers in the United States. This discount can be used for the purchase of certain non-sale items on thenorthface.com and at The North Face-owned retail stores in the United States. During this same period we will also be offering these individuals a 10% discount on non-clearance items at our outlet stores in the United States. Exclusions Apply.”

We love seeing this kind of support from brands in the industry and hope to see more. Every little bit helps.

Find out more on their website.

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The wool mavens at Beringia have collaborated with specialty spinners, knitters and finishers (Masters of Bishu) to apply their expertise to designing Beringia’s own performance-oriented fabrics and apparel built for (y)our outdoor adventures. Beringia’s collection underwent 2 years of testing and design refinement in the Japanese Alps before release.

Wool is the original outdoor fiber and we at Vanish recognized this radical departure from convention. We collaborated with Beringia on a Limited Edition Camo Hoody that we have been wearing all winter. Stay tuned for the next Mo/B collab with Beringia coming in Fall/Winter 2020.

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EXEO Modular Gaming Controller

Exeo modular gaming controllers are a range of motion sensing controllers that allow the gamer to make his own customized controller for every different game. These modules can be used individually or joined together to create a realistic and immersive gaming experiences.

EXEO is a range of modular gaming controllers focused on providing ultimate realism to the gamers of today by recreating in-game interactions in real life. This means that if you are playing a medieval game, you should feel like you’re holding a sword, and if you are playing a racing game, you should feel like you’re holding a steering wheel.

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