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Thinking A-Frame
The A-frame is the epic combo of modern meets mountain meets retro. Putting it on the life to-do list. Click the images for sources and further goodness.
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County Fair: Tractor Rehab
A few highlights from the restored vintage tractor exhibit at the County Fair this weekend. Anyone showing there really had to bring their a-game to compete with the Ham Bone Express pig race and the pygmy goats.
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For the Minimalist: Tenkara
No reel, no guides, no fly line, just a simple telescopic rod with a short furled line attached to the tip. Tenkara takes minimalism to a new level in the fly-fishing world, seems like the perfect backpacking rig. I’d definitely miss double hauling but the one-handed casting technique would be a nice respite on a [...]
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Big Rock Forge
The handiwork of Scott Roush (apprentice blacksmith, woodworker and photographer), Big Rock Forge knives and tools based in northern Wisconsin.
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EVA Shoes from Puma & Native
Seems like these have been popping up lately. I know, I know, the association with “that one shoe” is pretty damning, but hey, if you can post those Gramicci shorts, well then…. Would I wear these? Dunno. I worry in the heat they might feel like I’ve got galoshes on despite all the air holes. [...]
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Wyoming Born – Cliff Outdoors
We’ll be headed up to Gray Reef in a couple weeks (if the insane water levels subside) and might just have to stop by the world headquarters of Cliff Outdoors. Hands down the best fly boxes on the market born and bred in Casper, WY.
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The Original Green Toys
Picked up the toolset for the nephew. Recycled, USA made, and actually good looking stuff. From the Green Toys site: All Green Toys products are 100% made in the USA. To be more specific, they are produced in California, a state known for strict toy safety and environmental laws. It’s cool to buy USA, but [...]
Round Town: Panda Bicycles
Fort Collins based bamboo bicycle manufacturers Panda Bicycles had a nice little write up in the CSU online news today.
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Flickr Find: Mid-Century Goodness
Fabulous collection of vintage postcards, restaurant images, ads, etc. via Better Than Bad for all you mid-century lovers. Even a couple from good ole Wyo.
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Fall Swatches