The Eurobike IF Gold Award winner, the Dahon los XL is an urban folding bike which the jury described as the “perfect example of a stylish, functionally designed folding bike that meets the demands of urban mobility and flexibility.” Not only is the los XL have the geometry, riding position and handling characteristics of a full-sized bicycle, but it also comes equipped with an integrated phone/GPS charger, integrated air pump and Valo lighting. The perfect fit for urban riders who want a full-size bike but also need the convenience of a compact fold.

“The Ios is a complete rethink about the needs of urban cyclists,” states Joakim Uimonen, Dahon Product Design Manager. “We threw out the constraints of standard bicycle frames and components, completely re-designing them where necessary. We came up with some radically new innovations that we feel are very important for the urban bike category.”

New Balance and snowboard company, 686, celebrated the first taste of fall weather with the East Coast launch party for their collection 686 Times New Balance Collection held on Thursday night, October 22nd at sneaker store, Concepts, in Cambridge, MA. For the first time, New Balance and rider-owned and operated 686 come together to introduce a winter collection of boots, footwear, outerwear and accessories. The collection is a perfect combination of historical legitimacy, quality craftsmanship, technical wisdom and progressive minimalistic design. We call it: 686 Times New Balance.

At the forefront of the 686 X New Balance collection is the 580 Times New Balance Snowboard Boot. The boot combines proprietary New Balance patented technologies including Rollbar® stability and Abzorb® cushioning along with 686 BOA® FOCUS system and Recco® avalanche technology. The result is a fully functional, technically advanced snowboard boot with a sneaker-like fit. (more…)

As the New Yankees defeat our brothers on the west, the Los Angeles Angles in a very nerve wreaking game for them that was ended by Mariano Rivera striking the Angels with a scoreless ninth, clinching the club’s first trip to the World Series since 2003 and putting an end to thoughts of another 2004-like ALCS collapse. Andy Pettitte pitched the Blue Boys to a 5-2 win over the Angels tonight in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series, clinching the 40th pennant in Yankees history.

Congrats to CC Sabathia who was honored with the reward as MVP of the American League championship series.

Us, New Yorkers are waiting for the Phillies to come to the Bronx for Game 1 of the Fall Classic on Wednesday night.

German-made, Danish-designed VELORBIS bicycles exude luxury and elegance and are strategically manufactured to resist the tough Scandinavian winters thanks to zinc plated mudguards, rust protected steel frames, and stainless steel bolts. Premium components including Brooks leather saddles, grips, and mud flaps fuse together to make VELORBIS a real eye-catcher. You’ll definitely get pulled over for your digits with this one!  (more…)

Collaborating once again with design duo Domeau & Peres, musician/designer Pharrell Williams develops a new fixie bike alongside Brooklyn Machine Works, the New York-based bike company which he co-owns. The collaboration features a more “high-end” design with the use of Water Buffalo Skin throughout the bike’s construction. Only 1 was created and is now on display at the W Lounge in Paris, which is a new pop-up space developed in anticipation of the opening for the W Hotel in 2011. (more…)

Francesco Bertelli takes design with his bicycles very serious and won’t hesitate in letting you know what you will and will not find on his bikes; from no logos and stickers to including vintage crankets. For those same exact reasons is why we love so much the Bertelli Bicycles, there’s no need for the unnecessary when you just want to take a nice cruise around the neighborhood to your favorite breakfast bar.

Bertelli combines brand new parts with “new old stock” and vintage parts found at flea markets, old bikeshops, collectors and his suppliers which makes each bicycle unique. Every part is assembled by hand, finished and fine-tuned by Francesco. Talk about dedication to individuality!. (more…)

The PK Ripper Fixed Gear is the 3rd installment in a series of limited edition bike projects from DC and SE Racing. Within this run of 1,000 (in the US), The Standard has micro customized twenty of these PK Rippers to reflect the New York hotel’s signature black and gold style. Fifteen bikes will be available for complimentary use by The Standard New York hotel guests while five are available for purchase now at The Standard’s online shop for $1,250 USD. (more…)

On the heels of the US Open, following some incredible wins and some shocking upsets, it seems time-appropriate to highlight one of the best players in the game. Yes, we know that Federer and Nadal are awesome. We know that Serena – despite her vulgar tirade during the semi-finals – is an incredible force on the court. But what about some of the others – the ones who come from some of the smaller, often overlooked countries in the world? They are, without a doubt, the pride and joy of their respective homelands – and, during a generally bleak time for everyone, they give everyone something to feel good about! (more…)

Matt W. Moore is the founder of MWM Graphics, a Design and Illustration studio based in Portland, Maine USA. Matt works across disciplines, from colorful digital illustrations in his signature “Vectorfunk” style, to freeform watercolor paintings, and massive aerosol murals. MWM exhibits his artwork in galleries all around the world. (more…)

New Balance has announced the opening of its first ever Experience Store in Beijing’s Qianmen Avenue. Celebrating the brand’s past, present and future, New Balance proudly showcases its century-long heritage to bring a completely new brand retail experience to life.

The two-floor 2000+ square foot New Balance Experience Store is located in Beijing’s famous Qianmen Avenue. Qianmen Avenue is one of the most historical commercial streets in Beijing, with more than 500 years of history. That New Balance has chosen Qianmen Avenue as the location for its first ever Experience Store is no coincidence. In this new endeavor, New Balance continues to lead in innovation while remaining firmly rooted in the heritage of its past. (more…)