• 25Aug
    Categories: Entertainment, Music

    Yep. Tom Waits is back ladies and gentlemen. NC

  • 24Aug
    Categories: Design, Tech

    Steve Jobs, the man who led Apple back from the brink and on to become the giant they are today, has stepped down as CEO. Below is the full press release.

    Letter from Steve Jobs

    August 24, 2011–To the Apple Board of Directors and the Apple Community:

    I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Apple’s CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come.

    I hereby resign as CEO of Apple. I would like to serve, if the Board sees fit, as Chairman of the Board, director and Apple employee.

    As far as my successor goes, I strongly recommend that we execute our succession plan and name Tim Cook as CEO of Apple.

    I believe Apple’s brightest and most innovative days are ahead of it.
    And I look forward to watching and contributing to its success in a new role.

    I have made some of the best friends of my life at Apple, and I thank you all for the many years of being able to work alongside you.

    More info when we get it. NC

  • 24Aug
    Categories: Design, Gear, Outdoors, Tech

    Well it’s an inflatable tent called “The Cave”. Duel layer “air beams” are tougher then you’d think (they claim) and they inflate in less then a minute. Alright that’s pretty cool. Lets check it out…

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  • 23Aug
    Categories: Entertainment

    Mel Gibson continues to make a comeback in director and co-star Jodie Foster’s new film. Surprisingly uplifting and funny, this dark comedy hits the mark and makes for the strongest release this week. NC

  • 23Aug
    Categories: Comic News, Entertainment

    Half-Life still has a huge place in classic FPS gaming, and a fan base that two years ago brought forth a short film from The Purchase Brothers called “Escape From City 17″. After you jump you can find the first part of their homemade film, and the second which we’ve had to wait about two years for.  Read more »

  • 22Aug
    Categories: Gear, Lifestyle, Outdoors, Style

    Again we find that teva is putting out something new we love. Soft and comfy, these take the place of those flip flops we love so much when things get chilly. Reviews coming soon, but for now all you need to know is these have soft footbeds that feel like sandals, but protect like shoes.

    They’re also available in a slip on. $50. NC

  • 19Aug
    Categories: Gear, Photography, Style, Tech

    Looking for a camera bag that looks as little like a camera bag as possible? The good folks at Blackstone have got your needs covered. Shaped to fit your needs and your gear, this will hold a few lenses and a body with lens. This isn’t something that’ll hold everything you own, but it’ll hold everything you need. You can also strap a mono/tri-pod on the outside of the bag. $125. NC

  • 18Aug
    Categories: Entertainment

    Without any question Rango was the best cartoon of the year and maybe one of the best movies period. Depp reunited with the Director of the first 3 Pirates films as a lovable but somewhat crazy lizard? Well lets face it, that just sounds awesome. With amazing video quality and standout sound, this is also a great Blu-Ray release. NC

  • 17Aug
    Categories: Design, Motorsports, Style, Tech

    With it’s bright vintage theme and the Gulf logo proudly displayed on the side, this is another ride we love from Deus Customs.

    The Flug Scorpio 255cc, slick as Texas tea and twice as loud. Full shots after the HopNC

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