For the next 6 days you can get one of these exclusive very limited run axe designs from BaseCamp X and the members only shopping site Huckberry. First off, we're new to Huckberry but the site is a fantastic idea, featuring limited deals on great brands (like BCX) and after chatting with the gang at Huckberry, they seem like a great crew that fits right in with the rest of the friends we've got here at NC. Now take into account their working with one of our favorite brands (and sponsor of our upcoming backpacking trip) BaseCamp X and you've got ...
Sure there’s nothing normal about the Gorillaz, but lets face it that’s what we love about them. With their newest album they team up with the likes of Snoop Dogg to bring forth a work that is as odd as ever, and every bit as great to chill with after a long day listening to Lady Gaga coming from the next cubical over. The CD-DVD combo is out now.NC
On this day we remember all those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. We live in a world where our everyday freedom is bought and paid for with the sweat and blood of those men and women in the Armed Forces. Remember them this day in your hearts and prayers, and to all those who have paid the price and are now fighting for our nation, we thank you. NC
With 2GB of memory each, these surprisingly nice looking cufflinks are just what the geek in a tux needs. $200. NC
Sure it’s not high fashion, sure it’s not going to get you a date, and sure it’s on the wrong side of geek. But it’s awesome. $21. NC
This may just be one of the greatest books ever, Absinthe & Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the Art of Living Dangerously teaches you to how to make flame throwers, black powder and more.
For $12 this is Necessary for anyone wanting to live their life on the edge. Just be warned, just because this book tells you how to do it, doesn’t mean it’s smart or safe. So don’t blame us or them when you no longer have any eyebrows. NC
Get a new look with this Smoking Pigeon Wallet. Yep. Your eyes do not deceive you, that’s a Pigeon smoking a cigar while wearing a hat stitched into the corner of the wallet. Say goodbye to your boring leather wallet and pick up one of these for $20. NC
Now this is just a great watch every man should run out and buy now. Sharp clean lines with a simple timeless style. And retailing at $325 it sports a top end look that won’t cost you as much as other in it’s class. Features a stainless steel/urethane case, sphere cut crystal glass face, time, date, and stopwatch functions. NC
If the new school of photography isn’t quite your cup of tea, or if you’re just looking something a bit more old school, the Diana F+ may be just what you need. Rather then conform to the new digital age of photography, Lomography has been promoting and creating a world around the photo stylings of yesterday. Read more »
Designed with surfers in mind, the Nixon Ground Swell Backpack features waterproof tarpaulin (Google it) construction, water-resistant zippers, a large waterproof wetsuit pocket, medium front pocket, large main compartment, a padded back panel, and both wet and dry compartments. NC
Does a giant water playground sound like fun to you? Yeah it does to us too. That’s why we were excited to find this inflatable water park from Rave Sports. Coming in a variety of sizes & arrangements, you can also add pieces to your water park, like the Aqua Slide, Aqua Launch or Aqua Log. You can start building your own water park for around $2100. NC
