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Tips January 31, 2023

BEST DELIS IN NYC

There may be no greater moment of city serenity than sitting at the perfect seat in a New York City Deli. These institutions are endangered species in the concrete jungle, [...]

By CYTIES

Tips January 23, 2023

TELLURIDE WITH HUCKBERRY

By Travis Platt

HighlightLifestyle January 17, 2023

HERBS & RYE

A culinary open book with a speakeasy feel sans the restrictions and limiting exclusivity, hometown heroes Herbs & Rye appeal to the foodie and cocktail connoisseur within us all. Earning [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces January 9, 2023

HEWING HOTEL

In the early 1900s, a different kind of man who walked through the North Loop in Minneapolis. Lumbermen, millers, merchants, and boom masters bustled through the neighborhood, wheeling and dealing [...]

By Alex Temblar

Coffee January 2, 2023

CHROME YELLOW TRADING COMPANY

A minimalist spot housed in a mid-century era garage in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward, Chrome Yellow Trading Co. is all about a perfectly crafted cup of coffee, delicious food, and [...]

By Joshua Fletcher

Tips December 27, 2022

COZIEST BARS IN DC

In New York, things happen fast. One thing that roars by faster than Christ Krieder slap shot is the seasons. With the leaves blowing up streets and the temp dropping [...]

By Andrew williams

Wardrobe December 19, 2022

EDITORS’ GIFT GUIDE

The blizzard is so thick any view from the terminal window is a whitewash. You don't need the answer; you already know it, but the loudspeaker turns on anyways. "Ladies [...]

By Andrew Williams

Wardrobe December 12, 2022

CYTIES X SEAGER CO.

The blizzard is so thick any view from the terminal window is a whitewash. You don't need the answer; you already know it, but the loudspeaker turns on anyways. "Ladies [...]

By Andrew Williams

Wardrobe December 8, 2022

ADIDAS TERREX POP-UP

Just in time for the holiday rush is the epic new pop-up from Adidas' outdoor-focused label,TERREX. The brick-and-mortar is located in Portland, Oregon, in the city’s downtown Pearl District. It's [...]

By CYTIES

Tips December 5, 2022

BEST ROLLING SUIT CASES

If you are still lugging a big bag over your shoulder, Trains, Planes, and Automobiles style, well, then it's time for an upgrade. Traveling with ease is not only necessary [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe November 27, 2022

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

The blizzard is so thick any view from the terminal window is a whitewash. You don't need the answer; you already know it, but the loudspeaker turns on anyways. "Ladies [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe November 18, 2022

ALPHA INDUSTRIES NYC POP-UP

We love when one of our favorite brands can come to life, which is precisely what has happened with Alpha Industries NYC Pop-Up. Conveniently in time for the holiday rush, [...]

By CYTIES

Tips November 7, 2022

BEST NEW BARS IN NYC

In New York, things happen fast. One thing that roars by faster than Christ Krieder slap shot is the seasons. With the leaves blowing up streets and the temp dropping [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews November 3, 2022

MONTE STAMBECCO AMARO

A fine Amaro is essential when it comes to cold weather. In fact, the age herbal liqueur used to accompany alpine skiers to the talents peaks, only to be sipped [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe October 31, 2022

FIVE JACKETS FOR WINTER TRAVEL

The temperature is dropping once again and like the plush curtains of a broadway show, our closets have flown open to embrace the outerwear. Is it impossible to pack too [...]

By CYTIES

Vids October 28, 2022

FRIDAY FLICK: THE SHIN BIYAJIMA STORY

For this edition of Friday Flick we enter the world of Shin Biyajima, a Japanese snowboarder, who intimately shares the story of how he found his Ikigai (生きがい) or "reason [...]

By CYTIES

Gadgets October 24, 2022

E1 TURNTABLE W/ BLUETOOTH

You’ve come to expect an album drop from the CYTIES crew each and every Saturday, but have you taken the time to consider the player upon which it might play? [...]

By CYTIES

Garage October 24, 2022

DAB MOTORS CONCEPT-E

The future is electric, and the future is badass. As Modern Explorers, how we ride to the next adventure is sometimes the best part. DAB Motors has introduced the CONCEPT-E, [...]

By CYTIES

Tips October 24, 2022

BEST BARS IN PARIS

Paris, 'Lutèce', 'Paname', 'Pantruche', or , the City of Light'. For all we know, Paris might be the coolest place in the universe. It takes a moment for the city [...]

By CYTIES

Tips October 24, 2022

BEST BURGERS IN LA

Orange sky, palm trees swaying, Kendrik on the speakers, and special sauce running down your wrist—this a true Los Angeles moment. The burger scene has always been a Cali thing, [...]

By CYTIES

Gadgets October 21, 2022

SONOS SUB MINI

Get out your copy of Jock Jams because this Sonos Sub Mini is going to absolutely pump the bass. Intended to pair with your current stereo, the Sub Mini connects [...]

By CYTIES

Vids October 21, 2022

FRIDAY FLICK: AUTUMN AT SUMMERLAND

Kristoffer Davidsson took advantage of the changing leaves and headed to a waterpark that is closed for the winter—stocked with skateboards. 

By CYTIES

Grooming October 20, 2022

AESOP ADVENTURE ROLL UP

A Jet Setter lifestyle comes with its hurdles. Gate changes, long flights, check-ins and check-outs, happy hour meet ups—the itinerary can stack up faster than a traveler can keep up. [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe October 20, 2022

NEW BALANCE FALL COLORS

We need an excuse to buy a pair of kicks every season. Here is a new reason to pick up some new sneakers to pull together any Fall travel look. [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming October 15, 2022

FILSON TRAVEL PACK

The right kind of Dopp-kit is crucial to successful travel. We all know the guy who tosses all the mini toiletries in a ziplock bag—don't be him. The compact items [...]

By CYTIES

Vids October 14, 2022

FRIDAY FLICK: NYC SONY A7S ii

If you're in Manhattan when the seasons change, you certainly wish you could be. The city comes alive with its cold weather attitude.

By CYTIES

Garage October 14, 2022

1987 PORSCHE 911 TURBO

Call us retro, but we believe the 1988 Porsche 930 Turbo is pure candy to the eyes. The 930/RUF BTR 3.4L is a remarkable model, as there are only less [...]

By CYTIES

Tips September 26, 2022

BEST COFFEE IN SEATTLE

Fall is not complete without a piping hot coffee in hand. What better city to round up some coffee conversation than the one that is the empire of it all, [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe September 23, 2022

FALL IN THE CITY

There are many reasons we love fall here at CYTIES. Outwear and layers take center stage, our favorite brands drop new collections, the coffee is bolder to combat the chill, [...]

By CYTIES

Tips September 18, 2022

BEST PIZZA IN NYC

One thinks if we made contact with an alien world, what would we bring as a food offering to represent our blue and green planet? Pizza, we should and would [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe June 22, 2022

ENDLESS SUMMER

An endless summer state of mind is a hell of a way to live. And when you truly tap into the poolside perspective, that's when the scorching season of ice-cold [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces June 6, 2022

ACE HOTEL SYDNEY

Naturally, the Opera House, the Outback, and Fosters come to mind when you think of Australia, but now after a long day(s) adventuring the Ace Hotel has a Sydney location [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips May 30, 2022

JAMES BOND X GLOBE TROTTER

As if we need another reason to convince you to buy more luggage, globe-trotter has just unveiled a new luggage collection commemorating the 60th anniversary of Dr. No. The line [...]

By Travis Platt

Spaces May 23, 2022

BORGO SANTANDREA

Time to change from the viewer to the one having the experience. The Luxury hotel Borgo Santandrea has opened on the Amalfi coast for a getaway that feels more like [...]

By Travis Platt

Tips May 16, 2022

CITY GUIDE: ST. PETE

If St. Petersburg–the Burg’ to locals–was a full court game of pick-up basketball, we’d tell you to run that ish’ back. With great beaches, blossoming beverage and dining industries, a [...]

By Andrew Williams

Spirits & Brews April 26, 2022

MAMITAS TEQUILA SELTZERS

If you don't quite feel that Summer fun in the air yet, get ready to taste it because Mamitas is bringing that tequila goodness. Delivering with the best tastes, from [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips April 17, 2022

CITY GUIDE: LONG ISLAND CITY

If you’re not familiar with all that Queens has to offer, Long Island City is a great place to start. Easily accessible from Manhattan and Brooklyn, the city’s largest borough [...]

By Katherine Barton

Wardrobe April 4, 2022

ALMOND SURFBOARDS

Before the sun rises it’s important to already have the wheels in motion and eyes on the surf because aside from your favorite cup of coffee, dawn patrol is the [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spaces February 28, 2022

AUTOCAMP JOSHUA TREE

A desert oasis that feels like the secret clubhouse you scraped together with your rag-tag childhood gang (even more so if you had a mid-century-modern-inspired budding architect in your crew). [...]

By Pete Whish

Wardrobe January 31, 2022

WINTER WINDS

Hear that? That's the whistling and chilling sound of winter wind that has come to play. Chances are you're trekking through some freezing temps in the near future, and the [...]

By Travis Platt

Spirits & Brews January 31, 2022

DEATH & CO CANNED COCKTAILS

Something everyone has gotten used to the past couple of years is canned cocktails. Something we definitely are not used to yet; a Death & Co canned cocktails. Yes, that's [...]

By CYTIES

Coffee December 13, 2021

THE MORNING DRAM

Arguably the fuel that helps start more people's day than any other commodity in the world, coffee is that sweet nectar nature continues to provide. The earliest known cup of [...]

By BEN HITCH

Gift Guides December 6, 2021

HUCKBERRY GIFT GUIDE

If you haven't started your holiday shopping, we highly suggest you get your act together. Don't be like Arnold searching for the last Turbo Man on the eve of Christmas, [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe November 28, 2021

HUSTLE & BUSTLE

We’re stacked with a catalog dedicated to the hustle and bustle of holiday travel. From the airport lounge to your seat, to arriving at your destination, these items will have [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews November 22, 2021

AMMUNITION WHISKIES

What pairs perfectly with crisp cold, leaf-crunching weather? Well, yes, a scarf, but guess again. The answer is wine and whiskey, and when it comes to a holiday week of [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe November 1, 2021

DUFFLE DAYS

Autumn is here and we have officially flipped the calendars into November. Our thirst for weekend adventures, thankfully, is only fueled by the prospect of rolling hills, picturesque road trips, [...]

By Andrew Williams

Spirits & Brews October 24, 2021

TRICK OR NEAT

The slow creeping fog of October has ascended upon us, and All Hallows' Eve awaits at the very conclusion of this ghoulish month. A full moon means a full pour... [...]

By Chris Blatner

Wardrobe October 11, 2021

FIVE JACKETS FOR COLD WEATHER

The temperature is dropping, the NFL is beginning to air official games, and your significant other is starting to foam at the mouth for pumpkin spice everything. Fall is here, [...]

By Mark McKee

Wardrobe September 25, 2021

HUCKBERRY ROUNDUP

With football in full swing and iced coffee's returning to scorching hot cups, one thing is for sure; Fall has pulled in front of the endless race of the seasons. [...]

By CYTIES

Tips September 19, 2021

TOP 5 MOTO RIDES IN SIN CITY

Las Vegas is a favorite home base among adventurers from all walks of life, whether it's climbing, camping, motorcycles, or hiking. There is so much to do and see in [...]

By James Billington

Tips September 13, 2021

GREENPOINT

When it comes to Brooklyn, a borough guide is too broad; each neighborhood brings its own unique style and must-visit destinations to the table. Greenpoint is the end of the [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Spaces September 5, 2021

CANADIAN ESCAPES

Canada is a place where everyone is welcome: welcome to universal healthcare, to legally smoke the devil’s lettuce, to play hockey, to not take oneself too seriously, and if you’d [...]

By Pete Whish

Spaces August 30, 2021

SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY PT II: TENNESSEE

From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Mississippi River, Tennessee brings the best that the South has to offer. Whether you’re headed to Nashville to check out the music scene, [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe August 23, 2021

SEEING CLEARLY

There is always an outfit that allows a pair of clear acetate frames to pop, not only turning heads but also turning the page in your own style story. From [...]

By Travis Platt

Spirits & Brews August 17, 2021

OLYMPIA ARTESIAN VODKA

If you have cracked a few gold tops in your day, then you have experienced the majestic power of Olympia Lager. As the can proudly states above its famous golden [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe August 15, 2021

5 CASUAL CAPS

Familiar with the word ol' trusty? It's what we call that go-to hat that isn't afraid of a little sun scorch, might need to be wrung out due to a [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe August 13, 2021

HUCKBERRY ROUNDUP

You know that feeling when your favorite song is about to end? The same feeling when your down to the last bite of a perfect breakfast burrito? Or, when you [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces August 9, 2021

SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY PART 1: NOLA

Stroll through the French Quarter any night of the week, and you’ll likely be able to catch some homegrown live music without much effort. We’re talking Dueling Pianos at Pat [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe August 1, 2021

WINDOWS DOWN

t’s hot and it’s bright. The AC blares freon at your face like it’s a forgotten instrument in the song that rattles through the speakers—like a motor, bulldozing the heat [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces July 28, 2021

MUST STAY MOTELS

An oasis on the distant horizon after a long day behind the wheel. A roadside savior for the foolhardy road tripper who tried to push the drive for just a [...]

By Pete Whish

Tips July 26, 2021

ROAD TRIP ESSENTIALS

The destination is chosen, oil changed, and a quick check of the tire pressure. You are ready for the open road; the world is yours for an EPIC road trip. [...]

By Mark McKee

Tips July 21, 2021

MAUI ROAD TRIP

Pretty sure whoever came up with the saying, “It’s about the journey, not the destination,” was talking about the Road to Hana. Lush, winding, curvy, steep, and sort of dangerous [...]

By Britt Mattie

Garage July 18, 2021

AIRSTREAM INTERSTATE 24X

When one thinks of Airstream, the first thing that comes to mind is their iconic trailer: glistening aluminum, timeless style, and often occupied by Mathew McConaughey (shirts optional). Airstream’s quintessential [...]

By Pete Whish

Tips July 12, 2021

PALM SPRINGS

Palm Springs is the kind of mirage we all need. It's a place to escape, hide, recharge, and let the desert wring you out—there really isn't any other city like [...]

By TRAVIS PLATT

Wardrobe July 6, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP 10

Pack it up, pack it in, we’re going on a road trip. Where do you ask? Well, we don’t even really know. But isn't that the entire point? To point [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe June 28, 2021

SUMMER SHORTS

Whether you are catching the volleyball games on the courts of South Beach in Miami, strolling the boardwalk of Huntington Beach in California, or hitting the waves of Manly Beach [...]

By Mark McKee

Spirits & Brews June 24, 2021

GET TO KNOW AMARO

After a year of being trapped inside clear across the world, yeah, an Italian summer sounds pretty heavenly right now. The sparkling lakes, lunch on a Terrazza with the crisp [...]

By Dakota Nate

Spaces June 21, 2021

IL SERENO

Ah, the Italian summer vacation: spritz in hand, strolling out onto the sun deck of your hotel on Lake Como, taking in the views as an immaculately restored classic wooden [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe June 21, 2021

COMO CRUISING

The espresso is piping hot, the perfect jaunt to the soul to start the day in the misty lake air. You grab your Trapper Satchel, walk past that one hotel [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews June 16, 2021

7 WHISKEYS FOR FATHER’S DAY

Dads and Dad figures ... they deserve the best of the best this Father's Day. After all, they put up with you for all these years and provided support and [...]

By Chris Blatner

Tips June 14, 2021

LAKE COMO

It may be the third largest of the Italian Lakes, but definitely not the third best. Lake Como, also known as Lario, is located at the foot of the Alps [...]

By Britt Mattie

Grooming June 11, 2021

SUMMER SCENTS

Whether it's a first date, a job interview, or meeting your fiance's parents for the first time, the first impression is the most integral step of building a rapport. Even [...]

By Mark McKee

Wardrobe June 6, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

It’s a new month, which means a new Top Ten from our adventure pals at Huckeberry.com. We hand selected these items based on Lake Como, as our CYTIES theme in [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces June 3, 2021

ARUA VILLAS

When headed towards Lake Como for June, it's hard not to make a quick pit stop in South Tyrol. Infinity pools by the ocean are nice, but have you ever [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Tips May 31, 2021

MOTO LANDS

We've reached the end of Moto May, and what a ride it was. While packs of people are flocking to the beaches in seek of summer, we encourage your group [...]

By Mark McKee

Spaces May 27, 2021

THE IRON HORSE HOTEL

Hand sanitizer is back on shelves after a year of shortages, but stores across the country suddenly can’t find anyone to buy it. Apparently America is… sick of sanitizing. We’re [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Tips May 21, 2021

THE LITAS

The name was contrived from a drunken bar night, naturally. ‘The Litas’ sounded cool enough for a female-focused riding group. Digging just a bit deeper into the meaning—in Latin, the [...]

By BRITT MATTIE

Gadgets May 19, 2021

WESN X MOMOTARO SAMLA

Act quickly because this WESN x Momotaro Samla is going to go fast. Built on the principle that when you buy something made with quality in mind, it should get [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe May 17, 2021

MOTO FRAMES

Only a few weeks ago I was sitting in an outdoor cafe just off of the River Walk in Chicago when I heard the unmistakable rumble of the 900-cc high [...]

By Mark McKee

Wardrobe May 13, 2021

MOTO MAY

These CYTIES boys have been off the grid, keeping time by the sun setting and rising. Morning means coffee, the night means whiskey, and everything in between is open lanes, [...]

By CYTIES

Tips May 7, 2021

HOUSE BEER

Walking into any liquor store these days can be a bit overwhelming unless you know what you want and know which cooler it is in. There are new breweries canning [...]

By BEN HITCH

Spirits & Brews May 6, 2021

ENGINE: FUEL THE DREAM

A traditional twist on a modern London Dry Gin, ENGINE is a throwback to the good ol’ days where muscle cars were at the center of a cultural sensation. With [...]

By Dakota Nate

Wardrobe May 4, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

No road is too long if you have good company. So, consider this a tandem side by side ride with our good pals at Huckberry, as we kickstart into our [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces May 3, 2021

PIONEERTOWN MOTEL

A blink-and-you’ll-miss-it main street of dusty cabins and old-timey storefronts rising like a mirage out of the Mojave Desert, Pioneertown has all the makings of an Old West ghost town, [...]

By Katherine Barton

Spaces April 26, 2021

NIHI SUMBA

Sumba: Indonesia’s “Lost Island.” A jagged coastline of volcanic rocks eternally washed by waves, giving way to archetypal white sand beaches that stretch for miles. An interior jungle replete with [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe April 23, 2021

WETSUIT TO BUSINESS SUIT WATCHES

These days we want the best of both worlds--something to take us from the beach to the streets and back again. With tech and design-savvy brands pushing the limits in [...]

By Britt Mattie

Spaces April 19, 2021

THE SURF LODGE

If you’ve ever been to a place that perfectly defines its cultural moment, you’ve felt the strange alchemy required to elevate an establishment to “icon” status—The Surf Lodge in Montauk, [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Tips April 16, 2021

O’SHAUGHNESSY DISTILLING

Not often is Minneapolis, MN on the top of a traveler's hit list, but come this summer, there will be reason to fly the "Land of 10,000 Lakes", especially if [...]

By BEN HITCH

Gadgets April 14, 2021

SURF EDC

Not that surfers need any more gear scattered around, rolling around the truck beds/trunks of their cars or hanging loose in their carefree pockets. While many seafarers prefer to lead [...]

By BRITT MATTIE

Garage April 12, 2021

VW SURFARI

Forget the noise, funny engine smells, and lack of creature comforts. It goes zero to sixty in sixty minutes... which is exactly the point. Slow down, gain a new perspective [...]

By Pete Whish

Spirits & Brews April 9, 2021

BEST RUMS THIS SPRING

Surf’s up here in Southern California, and although we don’t condone drinking and shredding, there is definitely a time and place for everything. Slip off that wetsuit and dive in [...]

By Dakota Nate

Wardrobe April 7, 2021

MAMI WATA SURF

Ride a wave across the Atlantic and crash ashore at Britain’s southwestern edge in Cornwall, U.K., against the ‘Mami Wata’ outpost, a language derived from West African pidgin English that [...]

By Andrew Williams

Wardrobe April 6, 2021

WAVE CHASER

It's a constant search, an addicting quest. Some only tell stories about it, others have actually claimed they have experienced it, and the mere out-of-body encounter is all they can [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming April 5, 2021

SIX BEST SPF SUNSCREENS

The snow has melted, the ice has been relegated back to its rightful place in the beer cooler as the seasons begin to change. Spring has sprung, and the beach [...]

By Mark McKee

Vids April 2, 2021

THE SPIRITED MAN

The spirited man... This particular spirited man... A limited series about the spirited man (or woman) who lives inside all of us. This spirited CYTIES man watched this spirited man’s [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Wardrobe March 31, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

Spring has sprung, and a new season means new gear, new threads, new adventures, new mindset. To equip up for a world that is starting to feel just a little [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe March 30, 2021

AIR GRIFFEY X JACKIE ROBINSON

The Swingman is back, Aka, Ken Griffey Jr., seemingly everyone's favorite baseball player of the past. His swaggy chains, confident grin, epic wall grabs, all set a new standard for [...]

By Travis Platt

Spaces March 28, 2021

LA VILLA DES ORANGERS

To experience Marrakech, one must go deep, not wide. Seek tradition, not familiarity. If you stretch the limits of your comfort zone by day, return to the Villa des Oranges [...]

By Pete Whish

Wardrobe March 26, 2021

THE GROTTO MENSWEAR

There’s something about a well-fitted suit that gravitates men towards a healthy pour of an imbibe of their choosing. The cells in our body crave the aromas and taste. We [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Garage March 24, 2021

GP ICE RACE

If you’re not familiar with The GP Ice Race, then you’re missing out on one of the coolest auto experiences on planet earth. What began as a simple tradition has [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces March 22, 2021

GEKKO HOUSE

A new hotel in an old city, Gekko House reflects the changing face of Frankfurt—it’s a space that embodies the future of the city, linking the industrial with the urbane [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Spirits & Brews March 17, 2021

FIVE IRISH WHISKEYS TO OWN

Every year it's a pre-Spring ritual to don your best green duds and partake in some St. Patrick's Day revelry. That almost always leads to a drink or two involving [...]

By Chris Blatner

Tips March 14, 2021

NBA TOP SHOP

By Pete Whish

Gadgets March 11, 2021

COOL CLIPS

It’s the little things in life that get us through our daily tasks. Ask yourself, how important can a carabiner or key clip be to one’s everyday antics? Well, if [...]

By Travis Platt

Spaces March 7, 2021

ZALLINGER

Dreaming of a winter escape, maybe to an idyllic Italian alpine village where you can hide out sipping grappa and spending your days on cross-country treks across the Dolomites? Look [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe March 4, 2021

THAWING OUT

While our last catalogs came with precise instructions to melt the freezing cold of your adventurous boots, we now unbutton the coat switch out the ski goggles for polarized sunnies [...]

By CYTIES

Vids March 3, 2021

CANDIDE THOVEX LAUNCHES COLLECTION

Candide Thovex, a legendary athlete and one of freeskiing’s most creative, uncompromising, and unconventional individuals, has taken his passions of skiing and full send capabilities and transferred them into a [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews March 3, 2021

BHAKTA 50

Up until right this moment, while these words circulate around in your cranium, brandy was probably not the liquor you were reaching for on Friday after work, getting ready for [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe March 2, 2021

BREITLING X DEUS

For all you nomads and renegades out there, the timepiece you deserve has finally arrived. If you're the kind of soul that searches for the next wave, isn't afraid to [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe March 1, 2021

SIX JACKETS YOU NEED TO OWN

Gone are the days when one Starter jacket emblazoned with the emblem of your favorite sports team was enough for you to own and wear. Now that you are braving [...]

By Mark Mckee

Wardrobe February 26, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP 10

Time seems to be simultaneously whipping by and stuck in a standstill. But it's 2021 and no matter what side of the bed you wake up on, the world is [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews February 24, 2021

PAPERBACK

It’s not paperbag brewing, although throwing some suds in a brown paper bag and sipping a cold one while jostling with the BBQ pit and fighting off the snowstorm does [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Tips February 22, 2021

OUTFIT THE ADVENTURE – JACKSON HOLE TRAM

If you've ever strapped on a pair of skis with any intention of going full send, you know of the Jackson Hole Tram. It's one of the most iconic in [...]

By BEN HITCH

Vids February 18, 2021

DUCATI X LAMBORGHINI

Would you expect anything less than the absolute best of design and performance from a collab between Ducati and Lamborghini? The answer is 100% NO, and the bike is the [...]

By BEN HITCH

Spaces February 15, 2021

DEPLAR FARM

When one says "off the grid," few places set the bar to ring the truth of such sentiment to the statement. The Fljót Valley in the mountainous region of northern [...]

By Travis Platt

Vids February 13, 2021

VALLEY OF THE SHADOW

The wonderous mind of Tim Kellner delivers a journey into some of the empty and desolate places out west. Intoxicating and hypnotizing, the footage can't help but invite your next [...]

By Travis Platt

Grooming February 11, 2021

KINGS OF STYLING

It's easy to get lost on the web these days when you're attempting to check off the boxes for your grooming essentials. Always jumping from site to site, price checking, [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe February 8, 2021

BADASS BOOTS PT. 01

Come February, we’re racing full tilt through winter, the heart of boot season. It’s the perfect time to loosen your clutch on the handgrip, throttle down, and check the oil [...]

By ANDREW WILLIAMS

Tips February 7, 2021

HALFTIME SHOWSTOPPERS

Some only watch the big game for the Halftime show, others leave it on in the background while the trough of deep-fried goodness is revisited. You may have no interest [...]

By BEN HITCH

Vids February 5, 2021

BAD MOVES

No, we don’t get live shows right now filled with the energy of fellow music fanatics. Thoughts, prayers, and positive vibes are cruising the airwaves to all of the concert [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Vids February 4, 2021

TAG HEUER X PORSCHE

Two grandmasters of racing design have joined forces, announcing a global partnership, Tag Heuer and Porsche. The result is a celebration of engineering, where craft meets technology in so many [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming February 3, 2021

THE BODY’S TOOLBOX

Imagine for a moment that you are pulling your car into the driveway and you hear that dreaded clunking noise. You coast your ride into the garage and kill the [...]

By Mark McKee

Wardrobe February 1, 2021

CATALOG: FEBRUARY

February and the next 6 weeks may be led by the shadow from a little four-legged rodent, but the sun will rise with each passing day and you've got to [...]

By CYTIES

Garage January 31, 2021

1985 BMW KIOO – IMPULSE K101

Let's rewind the clock to 1985, shall we? Simple Minds (Don't you forget about me) was at the top of the charts, the Chicago Bears won the Super Bowl, Back [...]

By Travis Platt

Vids January 29, 2021

TOOLS FOR POWDER

Sometimes all you need to light the fuse to a weekend of adventure is a little visual inspiration, or in this case, thanks to Deus Ex Machina’s chapter in Japan, [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe January 27, 2021

HUCKBERRY TOP 10

Time seems to be simultaneously whipping by and stuck in a standstill. But it's 2021 and no matter what side of the bed you wake up on, the world is [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces January 24, 2021

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO

A samurai lineage, a generations-old property next to an imperial castle, a faithfulness to Japanese tradition, and a mission to bring all this history to the 21st Century traveler are [...]

By Katie Barton

Vids January 22, 2021

LIVE TO SEA

From all angles, it appears to be another surf film but Live to Sea is much more and cuts back to more of movement than a visual. The short follows renowned [...]

By BEN HITCH

Lifestyle January 20, 2021

TOP TEN TOTES

Mastering the art of packing light streamlines spur-of-the-moment adventures, like turning a morning coffee pitstop into an exit ramp for an all-day urban ramble. And, a tote bag is the [...]

By Andrew Williams

Vids January 19, 2021

FLEET FOXES – I’M NOT MY SEASON (Live)

Leave it to the Fleet Foxes to serenade us visually amidst these chilly winter days. Robin Pecknold broke out the ol' acoustic for the brand new Fleet Foxes music video [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe January 17, 2021

A REBEL WITH A CAUSE

We often view style as a byproduct of celebrity. From icons of Hollywood’s golden age like the brooding Humphrey Bogar to the larger-than-life persona of Muhammed Ali, men throughout American [...]

By ANDREW WILLIAMS

Vids January 15, 2021

SINGER ACS SAFARI 911

We all know the stigma associated with Porshe and ripping down the autobahn at speeds far from the limits of U.S. roads, but leave it to the custom work of [...]

By BEN HITCH

Grooming January 13, 2021

TOP 5 EYE GROOMING GRABS

It's true, the eyes indeed are the window to the soul, and quite often the windows need a thorough cleaning.  It's easy for the region under and around the eyes [...]

By Travis Platt

Tips January 11, 2021

SECRET STASH OF SKI TOWNS

Painted by the pictures of Hot Dog, Out Cold, Aspen Extreme, and many more, the ski town vibe has been sought after by many and lived by less, that is until of [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips January 7, 2021

PLAYOFF GEAR

12 NFL teams are preparing to get down on the gridiron this winter with one goal—hint: it begins with “L” and ends with “Lombardi”.

By ANDREW WILLIAMS

Spaces January 5, 2021

CAPTAIN WHIDBEY

A century-old seafarers getaway on Whidbey Island benefits from a rich local history and thoughtful renovations and design partnerships, enticing Seattle locals and farther-flung travelers alike with its old-school charm [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Wardrobe January 4, 2021

CATALOG: JANUARY

Snowflakes collide onto the windowpane as the smell of coffee brews from the other room. It’s not your everyday roast because today is not just any other day. A distance [...]

By cyties

Spirits & Brews January 3, 2021

NO FINE PRINT

Walking into the wine shop can be rather intimidating if you haven’t the slightest clue the difference between Malbec, Cab Savs or why Rosé has become everyone’s afternoon refreshment. And [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips January 1, 2021

NEW YEAR — GEAR CHECK

Were you eager to throttle up and leave 2020 in the dust? We feel you. CYTIES is honored to have been your co-pilot during nine wild months. We hope our [...]

By ANDREW WILLIAMS

Tips December 31, 2020

BEST OF THE YEAR

By Ryan & Travis

Gadgets December 30, 2020

NEW YEAR EDC

Welcome to the latest edition of EDC, where our team geeks out over objects that we have recently discovered, and cannot live without. The items we carry with us are [...]

By Travis Platt

Vids December 30, 2020

IMPERFECTS PRESENTS: SMILE

Can you imagine there would be much than SMILEs while out on the open road with your best mates cruising through Big Sky Country?... certainly not. SMILE is the visual [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe December 29, 2020

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

With all the distractions of '20, we've been thinking about the new year's arrival A LOT. So, in a sense, it almost feels as if we are all going back [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews December 27, 2020

TOP 10 AMERICAN WHISKEYS OF 2020

It's the end of the year and time for all the "Best of" lists you can handle. But at least this one is about whiskey, always something worth reading about. [...]

By Chris Blatner

Garage December 23, 2020

DEFENDER 110 END EDITION

As winter fast approaches, so does our need for a dream machine to part the snow. Stealthed out from the rearviews to the tires, we introduce you to the Land [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe December 20, 2020

GAPER PROOF GOGGLES

Heading out onto the slopes or into the backcountry may look a little different this year, but it shouldn't deter you from being geared to the nines with the best [...]

By BEN HITCH

Spirits & Brews December 17, 2020

MORRIS AMERICAN BAR: COCKTAILS

By ANDREW WILLIAMS

Spaces December 16, 2020

SYÖTE IGLOO

Unless it's experienced, sleeping under the stars is almost unimaginable, but from the comfort of the Syöte Igloo, the glass roof opens the door to unworldly skies. Nestled in the [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe December 13, 2020

WAXED CANVAS JACKETS

The iconic photo of Steve McQueen on a cafe racer wearing the Barbour waxed jacket is one that should be thumb tacked onto every young boy’s wall. It's the definition [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews December 11, 2020

HOLIDAY SPIRITS

The holidays are upon us, and after one hellacious year, we could all use a drink. And how great is it to give (or receive) a great bottle of booze [...]

By Chris Blatner

Lifestyle December 8, 2020

THE PERFECT LAP

Always looking to move forward, there are some things that will never be replicated and always sought after. And some 43 years later in 2063, Specialized Bikes is looking back [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe December 3, 2020

GIFT GUIDE: CITY

Let your holidays be spent with close family, handsome whiskey, friendly tunes, and thoughtful shopping. If you or someone in your life lives for the hustle of a big city, [...]

By CYTIES ELVES

Spirits & Brews December 3, 2020

SLEIGH RIDE NITRO COLD BREW

Coffee beans roasting, on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your noooosee. That's how that jingle goes right? There is a reason hustle is paired with the word bustle this [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe December 2, 2020

MOUNTAIN MAN

A mountain state of mind is what the holidays are all about. Who doesn't love trekking through the snow for a hot toddy after a long day of off-roading, boarding [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe December 2, 2020

CATALOG: DECEMBER

Before we turn the holiday tunes up to an addictingly obnoxious level, let’s all address the obvious about December 2020… many of us will be spending this holiday season, home [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe December 2, 2020

GIFT GUIDE: HOME

If you're a globetrotter away for weeks, or just out crossing off to-do's for a few hours, the feeling of coming home can be the most rewarding of all, especially [...]

By CYTIES ELVES

Gift Guides December 1, 2020

GIFT GUIDE: STOCKING STUFFERS

Stocking stuffers, for too long, have been the afterthought of Holiday giving. Sure, Tic Tacs and toenail clippers are indeed something we might need, but we can also find it [...]

By Andrew Williams

Garage November 30, 2020

A FLURRY OF VEHICLES

Every 12 months Mother Nature comes knocking with a blistering winter in her travel tote. And in year’s past where you may have stayed home because the weather and roads [...]

By BEN HITCH

Gift Guides November 28, 2020

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

Digging through the entire Huckberry catalog is no doubt a task, but that's why we've done the dirty work and found the best from their November offering... that will perfectly [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews November 25, 2020

8 CAMPFIRE WHISKEYS

Is there anything better than relaxing next to a roaring fire on a bitterly cold night during the holiday season? We can't think of anything. Whether you're cozying up with [...]

By Chris Blatner

Vids November 20, 2020

EARTH AT NIGHT

There are more nature docs that anyone cares to count floating around on the web and streaming services these days, but never before have cameras been able to capture life [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips November 15, 2020

TOWER RECORDS RETURNS

Everybody loves a comeback, especially when it's one of the most epic and recognizable names in music culture—Tower Records is back. Back in the day, bands would travel from the [...]

By Travis Platt

Tips November 15, 2020

COOKING WITH FIRE

Crisp air getaways are what autumn is all about, and with the limitations of large group gathering for Tukey Day, many of us will embrace the holiday as an opportunity [...]

By Britt Mattie

Vids November 8, 2020

DEUS EX MACHINA ELECTRIC MOTO

Beauty doesn't even begin to justify the sleek and powerful design of the all-electric Deus Ex Machina and Zero Motorcycles collaboration. And beyond the partnership, this fully customized electric moto [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe November 6, 2020

LAKE TAHOE WITH TAYLOR STITCH

Taylor Stitch has grown to be a favorite of surfers, laborers, modern-day lumberjacks, and those heading to the boardroom. There are simply no constraints to where TS can go. We're [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe November 3, 2020

CATALOG: NOVEMBER

There really isn't anything like fall in a big city. As branches bare by cascading autumn colors on sidewalks, one can't help but reflect on the year that now is [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces November 1, 2020

GETAWAYS: UPSTATE NY

It’s no secret to New Yorkers that there is a wealth of culture, nature, and leisure just a few hours outside the city, but it still feels like you’ve gamed [...]

By KATIE BARTON

Spirits & Brews October 30, 2020

BLACKWELL 007 RUM

With every passing day the highly anticipated No Time to Die nears its release, but unable to control the excitement and in partnership with the 007 film franchise, Blackwell Rum has [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe October 28, 2020

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

We went on a serious hunt for the best of Huckberry for this month of October. The result is a collection to readily have you equipped for fall antics in [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews October 23, 2020

7 RYES FOR BOURBON DRINKERS

As fall sets in and days get shorter and colder, it’s an excellent time to bring out the rye whiskey. The drier, spicier, and more herbaceous flavors just seem to [...]

By Chris Blatner

Spirits & Brews October 20, 2020

MAMITAS TEQUILA SODA SELTZER

Cracking a cold one certainly has a different look these days with liquor and mixed drinks readily available from a can. Mamitas Tequila Soda is a hard seltzer made with [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe October 18, 2020

FALL FLANNELS

“Way back, when I had the red and black lumberjack with the hat to match” was the same time when you were rocking that busted old flannel handed down from [...]

By BEN HITCH

Vids October 16, 2020

“HUCK YEAH!”

Grab your snorkel because it's going to be a big stick party. Fall is here and winter is quickly approaching and if you have any affiliation with the snow culture, [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews October 16, 2020

MADEWEST HAZY IPA

This may as well be a dream beer, as it’s so Hazy you’ll feel like you’re brain is floating somewhere between counting sheep and a daze from a dank plant [...]

By CYTIES

Tips October 14, 2020

SHARPEN YOUR SHELTER

The tastes and attitudes of men have evolved, including their perspectives on places of personal sanctuary. To that point, upgrading the man cave is long overdue: tattered couches, tired dartboards, [...]

By Andrew Williams

Garage October 11, 2020

PORSCHE 550 SPYDER

Every now and then you come across a vehicle that leaves you staring in awe, just by the sight of it you can feel the open roads roaring breeze. That [...]

By CYTIES

Vids October 10, 2020

JEFF TWEEDY: GWENDOLYN

The man, the myth, the all-time legend, Jeff Tweedy is back with a new single, Gwendolyn. To accompany the track he dropped a music video stacked with an array of [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces October 10, 2020

SPEAKEASY IN JFK

We have all been searching for reasons to be excited about steadfast travel again. Leave it to American Express to set the new standard, making all airport visits to New [...]

By Travis Platt

Spirits & Brews October 8, 2020

HOLIDAY BAR CART

By Ben "The Grinch" Hitch

Spirits & Brews October 8, 2020

BENEVOLENT BEVERAGES

By Britt Mattie

Wardrobe October 6, 2020

DEATH & CO. X HELM

Halloween arrived a few weeks early this year. Instead of mini snickers bars and little bags of skittles, it’s candy soaked in Balthazar leather that fastens to your feet and [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Spaces October 4, 2020

FALL A-FRAMES

The lines are straight, the angles are sharp and by design, the structure gets an A for effort. Taking a stake in the U.S. in the 1950s, their popularity began [...]

By BEN HITCH

Vids October 2, 2020

MERCEDES-BENZ VISION AVTR

The future is indeed now, at least when it comes to the Mercedes-Benz VISION AVTR. The science fiction film AVATAR has inspired the creation of this vehicle that truly feels [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews October 2, 2020

RED BEARD IPA

Shiver me freakin' timbers, we've all heard about Black Beard but clear the way for these final days of summer for a new captain in town, RED BEARD. We can't [...]

By Travis Platt

Vids October 2, 2020

FINDING GROUND: A GEOFF ROWLEY STORY

Geoff Rowley is a household name to most regardless if you led that kick, push lifestyle or not. He has been skating for more than 30 yrs, been named THRASHER [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe October 1, 2020

OCTOBER

The slow creeping fog of October has ascended upon us, and All Hallows' Eve awaits at the very conclusion of this ghoulish month (cue howling wolf sound!). The scariest part [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe September 27, 2020

HUCKBERRY TOP TEN

It could be a colored collection of leaves in a city street puddle, the deep exhale on a morning jog that you suddenly see your breath, or simply the unexpected [...]

By CYTIES

Vids September 24, 2020

JET SUIT OVER ICELAND

The beauty of the world can only be seen by traveling to the far reaches of our planet and while driving from coast to coast and over mountain ranges is [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces September 20, 2020

4 CORNER CAMPSITES

Imagine looking down on a chess set—complete with your and your opponent’s fleet of warriors, each in their allocated quadrangle bunkers on either side. In the four corner boxes, find [...]

By Britt Mattie

Tips September 20, 2020

CAR CAMP ROAD TRIPPIN’

Camping does not mean that you have to jam everything into a backpack and hike miles to the campsite. It can certainly be that you just start throwing stuff in [...]

By BEN HITCH

Spirits & Brews September 19, 2020

SUFFERFEST FLYBY PILSNER

We're always on the hunt for some crips suds, you know this by now. To closeout Summer 2020 were reaching for the award-winning Flyby Pilsner from Sufferfest Beer Company. The [...]

By CYTIES

Tips September 17, 2020

COLORSMITH

Have you noticed Father Time knocking on the door in the form of gray hair? In the past, either a one-size-fits-all boxed hair color or accepting the inevitable graying was [...]

By CYTIES

Garage September 16, 2020

BROOKLYN COACHWORKS DEFENDER 90 FUJI WHITE

There is something about a crisp white off-road vehicle ripping through the elements, from black asphalt to a blanket of fresh snow, it just looks so fresh. A whiteout on [...]

By Travis Platt

Spirits & Brews September 13, 2020

FIVE FINISHED WHISKEYS TO PACK FOR A TRIP

When you hit the road for an adventure, it's all about traveling light and bringing only the essentials to enhance the experience. No road trip is complete without a great [...]

By Chris Blanter

Spaces September 10, 2020

NOBU LOS CABOS

If you haven’t started a list of the must-stay resorts when travel is back, then now is the time. At the top of the list should be Nobu’s first hospitality [...]

By CYTIES

Vids September 9, 2020

DUNE OFFICIAL TRAILER

Can't deny we all have a special appreciation for the '80s and the lust to bring back yet another epic... Dune. Originally hitting the big screen in 1984 lacking word-to-screen [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe September 7, 2020

SEPTEMBER

We're just as shocked as you, it's actually September. There's only one way to cap off the end of Summer 2020 before fall antics commence, and that's with an epic [...]

By CYTIES

Vids September 4, 2020

NO TIME TO DIE TRAILER 2

Fire up the engine of the token 007 Aston Martin and let's get into it. With just a few months away from the "fingers crossed" theatrical premiere of "No Time [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming September 2, 2020

END OF SUMMER DOPP KIT ESSENTIALS

Having your essentials ready to go and Dopp to throw them when adventure calls is all too important these days because the window of playtime is always changing. Whether you [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips August 30, 2020

SURF BOOKS

Feel free to disagree, but we believe there’s nothing quite comparable to brushing the iridescent green wall of an open face wave with the tips of your fingertips. That being [...]

By Britt Mattie

Vids August 29, 2020

NIGHT LIGHT

With many of us blinded by the city lights, we have to rely on photographers such as Arthur Cauty to unveil the beauty of the surrounding landscape. And we should [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe August 26, 2020

HUCKBERRY TOP 10

Here are our top-ten picks from Huckberry for the month of August, the perfect way to wrap up the last full month of summer. Pair these items with some tunes [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews August 23, 2020

IT’S TIKI TIME

Move the whiskey over for the sugar cane spirit gifted from the tiki gods, RUM, and embrace a new Don… Don the Beachcomber. Tiki is here to save the dog [...]

By CYTIES

Vids August 22, 2020

THE BATMAN: OFFICIAL TRAILER

It is finally here. Full admission, when we hit play on the first visual trailer of Matt Reeves' The Batman, we weren't ready for it. We assumed the footage would [...]

By CYTIES

Vids August 20, 2020

ODE TO DESOLATION

In the early 1900s, there were more than 9000 fire lookout towers scattered around the U.S., while today there are a mere 60 as many have fallen to funding, destruction, [...]

By BEN HITCH

Garage August 17, 2020

BOLLINGER MOTORS

Others has proved that gas is no longer required to go fast and kickass and with improvements being made every day to electric vehicles, it was only a matter of [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips August 16, 2020

SPEARFISHING 101

The ancient fishing method of spearfishing has been used by humans throughout the world for millennia. In paleolithic time, early civilizations jerry-rigged sharpened sticks, barbed poles, or harpoons to catch [...]

By Britt Mattie

Vids August 14, 2020

THE ICEBREAKER

In the furthest reaches of the world where temperatures rarely rise above freezing and the water is almost always covered in ice, motor two Russian icebreakers. The 50 Years of [...]

By BEN HITCH

Tips August 12, 2020

BIG CITY SURF

We've been indoors more than expected since March, and now that it's Summer 2020 dare us to dream about paddling out into the surf and ripping a wave through misty [...]

By CYTIES

GarageVids August 9, 2020

FERRARI 250 GT SWG BERLINETTA

How does one define beauty? It's quite simple when you're staring down the 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta. The "SWB" (short-wheelbase) was, is, and will always be a masterpiece [...]

By BEN HITCH

Vids August 8, 2020

BONFIRE IN HITOYOSHI FOREST

Though travel has been postponed in most ways, our team has hunted down a clever way to transport you straight to a moment of jungle zen—off to Japan. The video [...]

By CYTIES

Tips August 7, 2020

BAG UP YOUR SURFBOARD

When it comes to protecting your custom hand-shaped log, with curves in all the right places, it’s best to put a bag on your treasured ride when she’s not in [...]

By Britt Mattie

Spirits & Brews August 5, 2020

CANNED VINO FOR THE COOLER

If you're like 99% of the world population, at this point you might be over the Vino at home. Corkscrewing open another bottle of wine in the evening during quarantine [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe August 2, 2020

CATALOG: AUGUST

August has surfaced, and our CYTIES catalog is dedicated to the hunt for the perfect wave. Entering ocean waves takes mental strength, and conquering swells requires a zen-like focus, we're [...]

By CYTIES

Vids July 31, 2020

unREAL: THE ONE-SHOT

Any number of cameras can and should get the shot, but when the record button is hit on a single camera and follows an mtb rider who is widely recognized [...]

By BEN HITCH

Wardrobe July 29, 2020

SNEAKERS FOR THE CYTIES STREETS

The line of acceptability once dictated that a man only wear anything with a rubber sole to the gym. Sneakerheads everywhere can rejoice that the functionality lines of footwear are [...]

By Andrew Williams

Gadgets July 26, 2020

EDC BLADES

When heading out into the world unknown, it’s always important to be as EDC prepared as possible. Things like cardholders, keys with the proper keychain tools, sunnies, and some sort [...]

By BEN HITCH

Spaces July 24, 2020

HOUSEBOAT LIVING ON THE RIVER THAMES

Surely you’ve heard someone say, “I live on... the park, the lake, the beach” but nine times out of ten, they live next to. If you were to say “my [...]

By BEN HITCH

GarageVids July 16, 2020

FIRST LOOK VIDEO TOUR: 2021 BRONCO

Press play to take a first look full video tour of the Broncho compliments of Kelly Blue Book, no detail left unexplained about the new heavy-hitting off-road machine. By the [...]

By Travis Platt

Spirits & Brews July 15, 2020

TOPA TOPA WEEKENDER

With all this hard seltzer buzz, beer drinkers have been left out in the cold, or actually, heat. Summer is now in full effect in the most forgettable year of [...]

By Ryan Kirk

Tips July 12, 2020

10 COOL COOLERS

There are things out there in the world that are better served cold or need some type of refrigeration to prolong their life. And with the desire to keep temperatures [...]

By Ben Hitch

Vids July 11, 2020

DOVES: PRISONERS

Manchesters' legendary rock band Doves have declared their first studio album in eleven years, The Universal Want is out September 11. In tandem with the announcement, the band released a [...]

By Travis Platt

Garage July 5, 2020

SINGER VEHICLE DESIGN

Hop in and let's go for one hell of a ride around Pebble Beach with Singer Vehicle Design. If you're a Porsche 911 enthusiast and believe in preservation through a [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe July 1, 2020

CATALOG: JULY

If there is anything we should be searching for this July, it's warm salty breezes. This month's catalog is laid out to inspire an aquatic adventure, guided by a nautical [...]

By CYTIES

Gadgets June 27, 2020

AURAL PLEASURE

For some, life is all about that aural pleasure, and when it’s good, it’s real good. Too often than not, many settle for audio tech just to get the job [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews June 25, 2020

SUMMER BREWS

With the days getting longer and hotter, there truly isn't a much better time to kick the feet up with an ice-cold beer. There are lagers, IPAs, American style, German [...]

By Ben Hitch

Garage June 21, 2020

NEO-RETRO MOTO HELMETS

There’s a mighty counterculture of motorists who treasure their vintage rocker vinyls of Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones. They identify with rebellious, hedonistic icons like James Dean, Brigitte Bardot, [...]

By Britt Mattie

Tips June 17, 2020

OYSTER SHUCKING 101

Every oyster aficionado has there own way of preparing the mollusks, but it all starts with the art of the shuck, without the proper technique, there is no oyster to [...]

By CYTIES

Garage June 13, 2020

1971 FERRARI DAYTONA SPIDER

There may not be a logo as iconic as the Ferrari stallion, and when it sits on the nose of the 1971 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider you’ll be gasping for [...]

By CYTIES

Gadgets June 12, 2020

GO RETRO WITH EVERCADE GAME CONSOLE

Vintage appeal rules the ranks within the CYTIES world when it comes to, well, really anything. Don’t get us wrong, the release of the insanely cool looking PS5 is next [...]

By Travis Platt

Lifestyle June 10, 2020

FACING MY OWN BLACKNESS

At this moment, nothing feels more purposeful than these words on this page. I owe that to George Floyd (and Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and Trayvon Martin) —to not let [...]

By Andrew Williams / Photography: Trent Franklin

Wardrobe June 9, 2020

TODD SNYDER X TIMEX Q BRACELET WATCH

If there is anything we have learned about Timex and Todd Snyder, it's they combine forces often and deliver exclusive retro-inspired timepieces that don't last long on the digital shelves. [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews June 8, 2020

HOME BAR ESSENTIALS

Rum old fashioneds, scotch negronis, and reverse manhattans are among the imaginative riffs feeding do-it-yourself mixology’s rise. The deftness for creating delicious interpretations on classics isn’t reserved for seasoned bartenders; [...]

By Andrew Williams

Wardrobe May 30, 2020

CATALOG: JUNE

Inspired by the Golden Coast of California and it's breathtaking sea cliffs. As the marine layers disperse with the sunrise to welcome the new month, the mind drifts to that [...]

By CYTIES

Tips May 24, 2020

COFFEE GADGETS FOR HOME

While it’s easy to find a favorite cafe and cruise through every time you’ve got the itch, having a true barista setup at home is an absolute must. It doesn’t [...]

By CYTIES

Garage May 21, 2020

HIMALAYA DEFENDERS

For founder James W. Shondel it all began in Nantucket 1994 when he was hypnotized by the sight of a Defender parked along a street in all its glory.

By Travis Platt

Tips May 17, 2020

COOLEST COMMUTER BIKES

Whether your ride is for commuting to the office, ripping around town or just heading to the store to pick up some essentials, a lot can be said about someone [...]

By CYTIES

Gadgets May 10, 2020

ADVENTURE TECH

It seems the day is getting closer that we’ll be let back out into the wild and as the itch grows, have you figured out where your first travels will [...]

By CYTIES

Tips April 30, 2020

BEST OF BOND

You all know him as Bond, James Bond, with the countless shaken not stirred martinis he has had along the way. When MI6 and the world are in trouble there [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips April 26, 2020

THE BEST OUTDOOR DOCS

Feeling cooped up? Don’t fret, we’ve got your back. Grab your remote and scroll below for the coolest outdoor adventure documentaries aimed to offer some fresh air for the mind, [...]

By Travis Platt

Wardrobe April 19, 2020

SAFE AND CLEAN EDC

We haven’t been fully locked down yet or solely confined to the walls we call home. And because there still is a little freedom to go pick up some groceries, [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe April 15, 2020

WATCHES YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Watches are the one item that should be a hand me down out of all your accessories, and while it’s not a crime to have several styles for the type [...]

By Travis Platt

Tips April 5, 2020

HOME OFFICE UPGRADE

It’s a whole new world out there and with that, all or many of us are working from home. Maybe you’ve had the luxury of the commute from the bedroom [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips March 31, 2020

THE GRAND LIBRARY

Welcome to The Grand Library, shhhhhhh. No, a library card is not required, simply scroll down to see the digital shelves stocked with the best-of-the-best when it comes to the [...]

By CYTIES

Spaces March 29, 2020

COOLEST REMOTE HOTELS

Encouraging an exotic getaway is probably the last thing we should be doing at this very moment, but what about when things return to normal after this Pandemic? Why not [...]

By CYTIES

Tips March 27, 2020

BEST COFFEE SUBSCRIPTIONS

It doesn’t matter if you have time in your day to head out and grab some beans because you can’t… well, we’re all being asked not to. But let us [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips March 26, 2020

COMFORT IN THE HOMESTEAD

We've got you covered with some elite items to grab or inspire your next chillax session wherever you are sheltered up, to find some serious comfort at home.

By CYTIES

Grooming March 23, 2020

YOUR HANDS DESERVE A SPA DAY

Chances are you're running low on run-of-the-mill hand soap. Seeing we are comfy at home and have the power of the interwebs at our insanely clean fingertips, it's time to [...]

By Travis Platt

Tips March 21, 2020

MOVIES TO PASS THE TIME

Nobody likes being stuck indoors, especially when the sun is shining. But given the current state of affairs, there is not much we can do right now except to hunker [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe January 15, 2020

SWEATER WEATHER

When the temps drop, reach for these clutch knits to tackle any mountain town getaway.

By CYTIES

Grooming September 19, 2019

LIP BALMS FOR THE BOYS

As the remaining days of summer sun beat down, the seasons bring humidity and noticeable dryness or its simply just part of your EDC, lip balm is or will quickly [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe September 12, 2019

Weekender Bags

Every 5 days there comes a reason to celebrate and ever so often there is a bonus when it comes earlier, extends a day later or even better when those [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips September 5, 2019

N64: First of Its Kind, Best of All Time

Everyone has their favorite console and an onslaught of games to go with it. Some will call on Sega Genesis or the original Playstation. Some will try to tell you [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips September 3, 2019

FUTURE CARS COMING OUR WAY

Start saving your money because there are seriously awesome cars coming our way in the next few years. 2020 has some serious rides coming our way, and 2021 is going [...]

By Ben Hitc

Spirits & Brews August 29, 2019

Celebrity Owned Alcohol

Oh to be rich and famous, wouldn’t that be great?! You could essentially do whatever you want, hop in your private jet to your private island and bask in the [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips July 12, 2019

BEST OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUES IN U.S.

If you want, we can play a game. Raise your hand if you like being outdoors? Ok, raise your hand if you like music? Now, here is the real tricky [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews June 21, 2019

CURE A HANGOVER: A Summer Drinker’s Guide to Survival

OH MY GOD!! WHAT IN SWEET MARY HAPPENED LAST NIGHT? WHY ARE YOU NAKED? WHY IS THE SUN SO BRIGHT? WHY, WHY, WHY!?!?!?!?!? Okay, okay, you’re home… that’s good. You’re [...]

By Ben Hitch

Grooming June 13, 2019

UP YOUR SHAVE GAME WITH THESE WEAPONS

It doesn’t really matter if it’s Monday Morning, date night or the annual gestation period of a Barn Swallow that has vacated your mane, at some point, you’re going to [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe June 4, 2019

BEST SWIM TRUNKS 2019, “Canonbaaaalll!”

There is no beating around the bush, size definitely matters. Regardless of what she, he, they say, everyone is looking… and judging. You’re out in public, exposing yourself to any [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe May 24, 2019

HUCKBERRY X RAEN: YOUR FACE’S FAVORITE TAG TEAM

Collaboration can be hit or miss and occasionally great brands come together to craft unmatched marvels. Today is that day as RAEN Optics and Huckberry have teamed up to bring [...]

By CYTIES

Tips May 16, 2019

COFFEE TABLE EYE CANDY

Whether or not your coffee table has ever seen a cup of coffee on it, it is a staple to the living room environment as it provides ample space for [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe May 3, 2019

GET YOUR SHIT IN ORDER WITH A PACK FOR THE STREETS

When it comes time to leave the house for that daily journey we call life, you’re probably going to be packing more than what can be carried in your Wranglers. [...]

By Ben Hitch

Grooming April 24, 2019

Back Pocket Remedies

Life comes at you fast and whether or not you’ve prepared, there is the occasional curveball, slider or hygienic quandary. At some point in the day, you’re going to find [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews April 17, 2019

UNDERSTANDING THE NIGHTCAP

Umpty million things can happen before the day comes to an end. Something can go astray at work, a few drinks can lead to a lot of drinks, or you’re [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips April 9, 2019

A FULL WEEK OF SPORTS

It’s only compared to a phenomenon like the 4th of July on a Thursday and Christmas on a Wednesday with an extra hit of 50¢ wings and twofers at all [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips April 4, 2019

25 EPIC MOVIES FOR APRIL SHOWERS

A rainy afternoon can certainly be a deterrent to the day’s plans, though at the same time it somewhat gives the okay for you to fall into your favored corner [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe April 1, 2019

8 PAIRS OF BADASS SUNGLASSES FOR SPRING

There is certainly a stigma that comes with wearing your sunglasses at night, but with spring’s arrival and summer knockin’ on the door, a fresh pair of sunnies is only [...]

By Ben Hitch

Grooming April 1, 2019

PORTABLE MEDICINE CABINET: 4 DOPP KITS TO LAST A LIFETIME

It’s not as easy as it used to be. Gone are the times when you would grab a backpack full of M-80s, mom’s Victoria’s Secret catalogs and a sleeping bag [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips March 14, 2019

Madness in March

There can only be one champion. On March 19th, a bunch of kids will rule the world, well maybe just the U.S., but a flock of student-athletes no older than 22 [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews March 7, 2019

Airport Drinking 101

There are a plethora of factors that will lead you to the pre-flight or layover cocktail. Have you arrived way too early and need to pass the time? Is flying [...]

By Ben Hitch

Grooming February 27, 2019

Toothpastes that don’t suck

The Top Hat To Your Bristles. It should be one of the first things you do in the morning and one of the last before you’re off to Never Never Land. [...]

By Ben Hitch

Tips February 20, 2019

Workout Jamz

LISTEN NOW There is no denying that music fuels the soul and somewhere out there is a collection of musical doodles for everyone. Have you ever heard someone say, “I [...]

By Ben Hitch

Spirits & Brews February 13, 2019

Five American Whiskeys You Need to Know About

Life cannot exist without water and whiskey’s literal meaning is the “water of life.” So, life does not exist without whiskey? Credited as America’s favorite spirit in 1964, and now [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe February 6, 2019

Mountain Style

In this day and age style often edges out comfort, but when you’re living the mountain life, surrounded by the elements, style and comfort must coexist. As you’re definitely entitled [...]

By Ben Hitch

Wardrobe January 21, 2019

Gear Guide: Inner Athlete

The new year is in full effect, which means resolutions of all kinds are currently succeeding, or in some cases, already broken. In our eyes it doesn’t matter what month [...]

By CYTIES

Tips December 11, 2018

Holiday Travel Hacks

The holiday hustle can be stressful, especially if you’re traveling long distances. Below is a checklist combined with some clever tips to score lounge access, cut crowded lines, and beat [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe December 3, 2018

GIFT GUIDE: Jet-Setter

The CYTIES Jet-Setter is a cultured man who cares deeply about the details. He remains comfortable for a long journey but doesn’t sacrifice the importance to stay sharp for when [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming November 3, 2018

Brandon Hunter’s Grooming Go-To’s

San Diego’s own Brandon Hunter is a modern renegade when it comes to men’s grooming. From his own shears at Sound Cuts, to his perception on modern men’s style, he [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe October 26, 2018

Weller Bags

Meet Weller, a collection of durable all-purpose totes, duffels, and backpacks designed to be the ultimate adventure travel bags. The packs are designed by a guiding principle: offer more function, [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming September 25, 2018

Save Your Skin, Save The Ocean

The free spirited team at Lucky Bastard Co. have created an all-natural, mineral-based sunscreen (SPF 30) that is safe for your body and the environment without any harmful chemicals. No [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews September 20, 2018

Big Sur in a Bottle

It seems fitting that a gin named after Big Sur is making a ‘big’ impact on the forest of choices when it comes to the sought after spirit. Calwise Spirits [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe August 13, 2018

Deus Ex Machina: Fall Picks

So long summer. We can’t wait for clutch layers to become necessary again, fall and winter are key months to heighten your seasonal style game from some the best shops [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe July 20, 2018

Top Ten: Huckberry

For our latest edition of Top Ten we’re focusing on our amigos over at Huckberry. These gents know a thing or two about the essentials needed for active men who [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews July 20, 2018

Rum With A Side of Street Cred

Imagine if you could create an Avengers style squad of the best old rum salts in the world. We’re talking the ones that put Tiki back on the map, the [...]

By CYTIES

Spirits & Brews July 19, 2018

Black Cow Vodka, Smooth as it Gets

Vodka from milk? Yes, it’s actually possible, and how smooth the end result has Black Cow being referred to as genius in the vodka making world. The process starts in [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe June 24, 2018

A Bag for every man

We are all headed somewhere, and it’s the bag we take along with us that keeps our valuable times safe and organized. From rooftops to beaches, these are the CYTIES [...]

By CYTIES

Tips May 15, 2018

Best Men’s Shops in Los Angeles

The style scene for modern men in the City of Angels is setting the bar as the coolest in the nation. Many of the brick & mortars are founded by [...]

By CYTIES

Grooming January 16, 2018

Upgrade Your Dopp Kit

We’ve tested the market to bring you our top picks to make your travel grooming routine comfortable and easy while keeping you sharp and fresh. From a clutch solid cologne [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe December 20, 2017

WARDROBE / HOMEBOUND

With the holidays in full effect many are headed homebound for a well deserved break before the new year begins. We’ve styled up our key winter essentials to help anyone [...]

By CYTIES

Wardrobe December 13, 2017

Wardrobe / Holiday Travel

Up your airport look and scrape the sky in style, we’ve got you covered with our key choices to keep you comfortable and sharp during the hustle and bustle of [...]

By CYTIES