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01. The King Of The Ferret Leggers
“Loyal to nothing that lives, the ferret has only one characteristic that might be deemed positive — a tenacious, single-minded belief in finishing whatever it starts. That usually entails biting off whatever it bites. The rules of ferret legging do allow the leggers to try to knock the ferret off a spot it’s biting (from outside the trousers only), but that is no small matter, as ferrets never let go.” (deadspin )
02. Abandoned Six Flags – New Orleans (above)
“Eastern New Orleans was badly flooded in 2005 in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The park grounds are located on a low-lying section of Eastern New Orleans, with a 6-foot earthen flood berm running along the perimeter, creating an artificial basin. After the park’s drainage pumps failed during the storm, the berm retained the combination of rainwater and sea water overflow from Lake Pontchartrain caused by Katrina’s massive storm surge, submerging the entire park grounds in corrosive, brackish floodwater to a depth of 4–7 feet. The floodwater was not drained for over a month.” (flickr)

03. JFK Library: JFK For President on Twitter
“The JFK Library will be tweeting each step of the historical campaign launched 50 years ago, on twitter.com/kennedy1960. Accompanying print ads and posters feature classic photographs from the campaign, along with tweet bubbles featuring a QR code that will lead readers straight to the feed.” (creativity)

04. How John McEnroe Plans To Save Tennis
“That’s what touched a nerve in McEnroe, who believes that complete immersion in the sport from prepubescence on has created a generation of robotic, burned-out, and one-dimensional players. His way, what he aims to make the way, involves a more balanced approach, in which tennis is part of an elite prodigy’s life, not the definition of it. It’s how he sees tennis in his own life.” (newyork)

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More chukka boots just in time for Autumn. Sanders is one of hotter brands of the moment. Here’s their take on the legendary boot now worn by so many gents. “Midtop Chukka boot in sueded upper and Brick Soles. Leather lined inside and insole. Goodyear Welted sole stich construction for quality and comfort. Hand made in England.” While this is not the only red sole chukka on the market, this one is quality. c-store has them

More looks at the Sanders Harry Dirty Buck Suede Chukka Boot after the click.

Here’s a quick preview of some distressed espadrilles coming this Spring 2011 from Bed Stu. They’re clearly made to look pre-worn – for those who have no patience to do it themselves. The trend into the high-top espadrille continues here. A low is also available. Check them out yourself.

More looks at the Bed Stu Espadrilles for Spring 2011 after the click.

This is a strong read about one of America’s more interesting working man companies, founded in the last ten years. CWAC’s assessment is pretty on point: ‘Long before L.L.Bean went Signature, or Lands End went Canvas, or J.Crew went Red Wing, there was Left Field NYC. Founded by Christian McCann, the Brooklyn-based label has been churning out rugged, American-made goods since chambray was still putting the blue in blue collar. “We have been in business for over 10 years,” explains McCann, “and have always strived to make quality, made in America clothing at a fair price.’”

Read the full profile on Left Field NYC at CWAC. A few more looks at Left Field NYC after the click.

00 o 00 brings us up to speed with the lastet pop-up inside of London’s Dover Street Market. “To coincide with London Fashion Week, french label “pyrenex premium” will debut in the UK with a 15day pop up shop at London’s uber cool Dover Street Market from 15th to 30th September. the young but very talented french couturier Alexis Mabille conjured up a series of ultra lightweight but warm, feather filled coats, vests and biker jackets.” These filled jackets are some of the most pleasing we have seen in some time – as well as some of the more unique.

More looks at what to expect at the Pyrenex Premium Pop-up at Dover Street Market after the click.

Wings + Horns is one of those North American companies that seem to always output quality. Just about every garment they bring to market works. Their latest dip into the footwear world surrounds the anticipated Dayton Service Boot. Roden Gray shop (and possibly others) are taking pre-orders now on the work horses. They work.

A larger look at the Wings + Horns Dayton Service Boot after the click.

Acquire gives us the head up on the new Steven Alan for Dockers collection. “Steven Alan and Dockers are launching a special capsule collection bringing together the brands strengths, shirts and of course, khakis. The line which launches in October will be available at select Barneys stores and Steven Alan Annex Shop.”

More looks at the Steve Alan for Dockers Autumn 2010 collection after the click.

“Visiting menswear designer Billy Reid at work, this video looks at the craft of deconstructing garments, as inspired by a visit to the legendary Levi’s archive.” (coolhunting)

My brother emailed me yesterday to say that Fire Island Beer Company is worth a look.

Here’s what they say about their IPA, “Red Wagon IPA, the second delicious beer from Fire Island Beer Company, is inspired by the uncomplicated lifestyle of the car-less island and all the perspective of its inhabitants who make do by fitting everything important into the back of their pull wagons.”

I will also add that they have one of the most charming websites of any beer company and that the notes about Fire Island printed on their labels are equally ace.

A direct view of the bottle after the jump.