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Ceramic Beer Growler
If (like me) you’ve only ever heard the word “growler” used as vernacular for something which shouldn’t really be mentioned…
1964 Porsche 904 GTS by Scuderia Filipinetti
This 1964 Porsche 904 GTS has seen significant international race success in its long life, it was bought new by race outfit Scuderia Filipinetti in 1964 and out straight to work on race tracks around Europe including an impressive 2nd in class at the Nürburgring 1000km, a 2nd in class at Mont Ventoux and wins at the Rallye de la Baule, the Rally de Lorraine and the Rally de I’AGACI.
Boston Tee by Hank
This is the One Fund Boston Hometown Tee by Hank, it’s made in the USA from 100% ringspun cotton, then screen printed in Michigan.
Onboard With Mike Hawthorn – Le Mans 1956
This fantastic footage was shot onboard a Jaguar D-Type being driven by Mike Hawthorn in 1956. It’s an great look at the Le Mans circuit as it was in 1956, it’s strange to see cyclists and civilian motorists out on the road – in fact Mike nearly wipes a couple of them out during the filming of this segment.
Frightened Rabbit – Live on KEXP
Frightened Rabbit is an alt-rock band from Selkirk in Scotland, they formed in 2003 but it wasn’t until their release of the album “The Midnight Organ Fight” that they were really discovered internationally.
Nano 7 Hammock by Grand Trunk
The Nano 7 Hammock by Grand Trunk is a fantastic, 7 ounce piece of kit that rolls up into a little bag that’ll fit in the palm of your hand.
1961 BSA Gold Star Scrambler
This is an almost mint condition 1961 BSA 499cc Gold Star Scrambler, it’s exactly the sort of motorcycle that many of us (myself included) would consider a perfect weekend bike.
The Alpaca Guitar
The Alpaca Guitar is an all-carbon acoustic guitar designed to be water-proof, drop-resistant and travel-friendly.
1944 Norton Model 16H Military
I’m sometimes dumbfounded by the relatively inexpensive nature of some of the historic motorcycles that come up for auction, this bike is a 1944 Norton 490cc Model 16H Military and its estimated sale price is just $6,200 to $7,700 USD – which I think is pretty damn reasonable.
Barbour iPhone 5 Case
This Barbour flip-cover for the newest iPhone is made from the same material as all of the Barbour jackets, it’s also padded and quilted to ensure that your phone stays safe in spite of the occasional tumble.
DMB Speedster by Wolf Creative Customs
The father and son team over at Wolf Creative Customs have a habit of turning out some genuinely interesting motorised bicycles, we’ve featured their work before and it always seems to pick up a fair bit of interest from across the gasoline-scented parts of the internet.
Easy Rider Film Poster
This Easy Rider film poster is a limited edition re-release is heading to the auction block next week with Bonhams, only 54 of these were made back in 1999, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the film’s release.