Archive for November, 2008

The 50 by Dalmore ($1,000) is a whiskey that you should only drink neat. Dalmore has been aging stock with liquids dating back since 1868 and holds the oldest, maturing Highland malt whiskey. This 50-year-old vintage malt delivers a blend of soft fruits on the nose followed by the taste of citrus, crushed almonds and warm spices. The 50 will be released in 191 hand blown Portuguese crystal decanters.
The Leatherman Skeletool CX ($53) is a definite must-have tool. It features a Stainless Steel and Carbon-fiber handle with Tungsten DLC scratch-resistant coating that holds an outside-accessible sharp serrated blade,  full size pliers with wire cutters, carabiner clip and bottle opener and an interchangeable screwdriver. Even at a mere five ounces, this tool doesn't sacrifice quality and functionality.
LalabitMarket and Sotsu teamed up to release a functional motorcycle helmet based on the popular Gundam anime series. The Gundam Helmet ($2,500) is a limited edition (only 100 units in production) will be available around March 2009.
Carry your notebook in Rivet's Vertical and Horizontal Leather Bags. These bags sport a slim design and perfect for lugging laptops from 13" to 15". Each bag is made of Argentine leather with heavy-duty stichings and features the company's exclusive Rivet metal fittings.
Yeah, I thought it was a concept as well. The special edition Camilo Pardo Ford GT ($TBA) comes from the collaborative efforts of Heffner Performance and the chief designer of the Ford GT, Camilo Pardo. The aesthetic improvements feature a more futuristic, race-inspired look, but the real upgrade lies beneath the hood. Forget 0 to 60; this special edition GT includes a Heffner Performance twin-turbo kit system that pumps 900 hp and can propel this baby from 0 to 200 in 19 seconds. Since there was only one made and instantly snagged during its reveal at the Ford GT National Rally III, you'll have to wait a bit until Heffner Performance and Camilo Pardo team up again for another project.
ID your glass or drink with the Alphabet Ice Tray from Suck UK ($25). You can use the letters to mark your drink with your initials or leave messages for your guests' drinks. The set includes three reusable FDA tested silicone rubber trays with 26 letters, A-Z.
Skip public transportation and get around the city with ease and style on the singlespeed Trek District ($930). The District is Trek's first production bike that replaces the regular bike chain with a Gates carbon belt drive systemwhich is rust-proof, low maintenance, nearly silent and shaves 280 grams off the weight of the bike. It also features the company's lightweight Alpha Black Aluminum frame with Bontrager fork, stem, seatpost, saddle, crank and tires.
Sin City group The Killers have completed and released their fourth and newest album, Day & Age ($9). While the new record took a somewhat mellow approach compared to the the amped-up tracks in the Hot Fuss (2004) album like Mr. Brightside and Somebody Told Me, they still covered all bases and delivered plenty of rocking and stomping beats. The album features 10 tracks that centers around the progression of the band's style and sound including their first single, Human.
It's about time Jaguar came out with a sports car. The Jaguar XF Coupe (£35,000 and up) is a two-door sports car that is set to hit the roads in 2010. The design takes inspiration from the original C-XF concept car and features a bold metal grille, LED headlights and raise bonnet bulge. The XF engine choices will include a 3.0-litre twin-turbodiesel and a 5.0-litre supercharged V8.
Before we stuff our faces, we at Gear Culture would like to wish you, your family and friends a very happy Thanksgiving. With all that is happening today, it's nice to take time and reflect on all that we are thankful for. We will be taking the rest of today off to also spend time with our family and friends. But before we sign off, the GC team would like to say that we are very thankful for you, our readers, where ever you may be.