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Exploring New York’s Waterways with New York’s Bravest

Cole Giordano — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:58:52 +0000

When one thinks of the people protecting the waters that surround New York City, the Fire Department of New York is probably not the first group to come to mind. Living in NYC it’s easy to forget that, unless you live in the Bronx, you live on an island. Manhattan sits just off the southern tip of New York State, sandwiched by the Hudson and East rivers. Those rivers spill out into the New York Harbor, home to Staten Island, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty. Brooklyn and Queens occupy the easternmost part of Long Island. They also border the East River, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Long Island Sound, and are home to countless canals, bays, harbors, and more.

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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Carhartt WIP’s Take on the Clarks Wallabee

Cole Giordano — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 16:46:04 +0000

We’re very excited to bring you the newest from two staples in function and fashion, Clarks and Carhartt WIP. The heritage British shoe company has aligned with the iconic American work apparel brand for a new take on the traditional Wallabee. The updated silhouette comes in two colorways that reference classic looks and designs from Carhartt’s past. The Hamilton Brown pays homage to the classic Carhartt Michigan Chore Coat, while the Olive Green’s camo trim speaks to the brand’s consistent military influence.

Whichever you choose will be a perfect addition to your collection this fall, and will be sure to add comfort and style to any city walks, or fireside campouts. Available via Clarks now.

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Alpha 2 Shovel

Aaron Bible — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 02:13:53 +0000

Can shovels be sexy? Yes, yes they can. The DMOS Alpha Shovel has a simple and clean design with beautiful strong teeth. We all like strong teeth. These teeth are so strong it can tackle driveway ice without breaking. This shovel is made from aircraft grade aluminum and only weighs 4.4 lbs. The best part of this shovel is how stow-able it is. It’s the perfect shovel for your house or in your adventure mobile.

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Pushing Limits | Nike Lab X Tom Sachs

Team Vanish — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 04:43:42 +0000

Nike Lab and Tom Sachs team up and push limits yet again with The Mars Yard Overshoe. This Dyneema enhanced over boot is simply cool! Sure Tom is an artist using commercials brands to push the boundaries of art, but from a straight design and function point of view these puppies are perfect for slushy sloppy winter days in most cold urban environments! A global release date for the shoe will be announced in the coming months.

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Urban Trekking Boot

Aaron Bible — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:20:04 +0000

We love this new high top urban trekking boot by Filling Pieces. The Mid Alpine Heel utilizes technical and lightweight canvas as its mid-panel instead of all leather. This gives the boot a much lighter and versatile aesthetic. The sole has a thick rippled rubber that give a nod to the aggressive hiking tread used for traditional hiking boots. This boot is perfect for exploring the urban wilderness. r

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