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The ‘Out of Africa’ De Havilland Gipsy Moth
It isn’t everyday that the chance to buy something as iconic as the De Havilland Gipsy Moth from the film ‘Out of Africa’ comes along, she’s heading to the auction block on the 7th of February 2013 and rather remarkably, is still fit to fly.
Shibuya Casual Boots by Danner
The Shibuya Casual Boot is a classic hiking leather hiking boot with a one-piece leather upper, a soft polyurethane footbed and a Vibram® 148 Kletterlift outsole.
Young Enzo Ferrari
This beautiful old image shows Enzo Ferrari as a young man (on the left), he was racing in the 1920 Targa Florio in the hot seat of an A.L.F.A 40/60 HP.
1963 Garelli Record Breaking Racer
Dustbin fairings, like the example used on this 1963 Garelli 50cc Record Breaking Racing Motorcycle, make me very happy. This Garelli was built in November 1963, 2 of the bikes were built and specially prepared by Italian engineer William Soncini…
George T. Stagg
George T. Stagg is a very limited-production bourbon created by the Buffalo Trace Distillery, it’s part of the distillery’s ‘Antique Collection’ series and is world-famous for its rather rocket-fuelly 70+% alcohol rating.
Porsche 550 NYC
I’d love to know when this picture was taken, it’d probably be safe to guess mid to late 1950s.
1934 Scott Flying Squirrel Racing Motorcycle
The Scott Flying Squirrel is fitted with a 498cc 2-stroke, single-cylinder engine that uses a unique water-cooled circulation method known as the thermosyphon system.
The Ultimate Deck by Dan & Dave
A deck of cards can be an incredible thing, this deck by Dan & Dave is literally a work of art, each card is unique and the artwork is just mesmerising.
Bell Moto III Helmet by Chemical Candy
Chemical Candy is a custom paint garage run by a talented guy called Scott, he’s worked on a number of high-profile projects including a bike for the Biker Build Off …
Beater Bikes
Beater Bikes would fall into that first category, you can pick one up for $299.99 USD, they’re simple, solid and they get the job done.
Custom Ducati by Mr Martini
This cafe-racer-styled custom is based on a Ducati 1098R, a stonker of a bike to begin with that’s been made all the more cheerfully psychotic by an extensive series of tweaks, modifications and additions.
HoldFast Camera Strap
Professional photographer Matthew Swaggart developed the beautiful HoldFast Camera Strap to both look great and hold even the heaviest rig, the RuckStrap…