GEAR GRID

Shure Aonic 50 Wireless Headphones

Peace and serenity sit atop the pedestal these days and with the Shure Aonic 50, it’s nothing but sweet and premium acoustics. These wireless headphones feature adjustable noise cancellation, an “environment” mode that lets the outside world back in, and up 20 hours of bass-thumping playtime. And because life has to be at your fingertips, the Aonic 50 can control your world with the push of a button. Throw on the Shure Aonic 50s when you need an escape from it all or for when that new hot jam has to be heard.

Taylor Stitch Ojai Jacket

For those of you that have been waiting through the summer months to finally wear a long sleeve here is your PSA – fall is here. The Taylor Stitch Ojai jacket is stitched from a 12 oz woolen blend and the Charcoal Wool adds little extra structure and warmth for when you need it most. A plethora of pockets and a style tuned for the adventure, the TS Ojai Jacket prefers life on the move.

Bon Iver: For Emma, Forever Ago

It doesn’t get more mysterious, leaf-covered, dim-lit cabin vibes than Bon Iver’s For Emma, Forever Ago. In fact, the sound captured and froze in time exactly what was occurring. Broke, heartbroken, and lost, Justin Vernon dove back to his home sate in Wisconsin and spent an entire autumn and winter in his fathers hunting cabin. There he cut wood, drank, and wrote and recorded perhaps one of the most emotionally genius and artistic albums of the early 2000s. Deep, raw, and unconventional, this album is a masterpiece forged in the middle of nowhere. We couldn’t imagine a better Saturday Spin to kick off October. 

Anatomy in Black

Anatomy in Black is a sophisticated coffee table read for anatomy enthusiasts. This stylish luxury edition features a gold foil embossed hardback cover that is black as iron. The book illustrates the beauty of human anatomy. Traditional anatomical imagery is given a new lease of life through modern interpretation in this sophisticated publication. The book comprehensively steers the viewer through the human body in seven chapters dedicated to each area of the magnificent human body.

Porsche Design Meister Mid

The phrase “pedal to the metal” has never been so fitting as cruising the streets in the Puma Porsche Design Meister Mid. The design indicates these sneakers run at 200 mph and smooth suede always makes for a quick getaway. This may be closest you ever get to having the power of a Porsche at your feet and remember when you #hittheconcrete the Meister Mids, they were made for life in the fast lane.

Colorsmith Color Case

Stress, genetics, daily life, and 100% the year of 2020 can cause the gray hairs to settle into a more dominant follicle, but just like King Leonidas leading the Spartans, Colorsmith is leading the charge in men’s custom hair color. Each individual Color Case is specifically designed for the individual and never premade or premixed. By simply answering a few questions and including a photo, Colorsmith’s licensed colorists will craft a color kit just for you. There is no need to wait for an appointment, your Color Case will be delivered right to your door and Colorsmith’s one of a kind product will help to bring back your natural hair color.

Koshu Origami Wallet

A wallet can say a lot about a person and the way they carry their wealth and if by chance you reveal a Koshu Brand Wallet when the bill comes, everyone will know you mean business. The Origami style wallets are handmade in San Diego with a minimalist design and a one of a kind closure system of 5 tucks and a fold. Koshu Wallets are made from Grade A Leathers, finished with custom brass snaps, and provide a nice little nest for your cash.

SOG Dark Energy

The SOG Dark Energy is a EDC flashlight to scare the night away with the power of 263 lumens. The T6 aluminum housings are aggressively cut and the single power button offers up 5 modes of  luminosity. This is a handheld flashlight that will cut through the night and pick out the smallest details hiding in the darkest shadows. And while the last few months have been filled with nothing but Dark Energy, now is the time to flip the switch and light up the world.

Mission Workshop Fraction AP

Backpacks can be bulky, but Mission Workshop took it upon themselves to stitch an EDC pack that is a Fraction the size of other packs on the streets. There is a pocket for you laptop and 5 others scattered around the rucksack to hold you most essential goods. Made in the USA and with a 14 liter carrying capacity, the Fraction rucksack is a slim design meant for those on the move.

Sigur Rós: Kveikur

Sigur Rós is more than just a band, it’s a heightened level of consciousness, a gift from earth to the universe. Never has a band in a smaller foreign language bracket inserted themselves into a global music scene as they have.  Birgisson, Sveinsson, Holm, and drummer Orri Páll Dýrason had constructed cosmic music out of a small quiet room, burgeoning melodies out of thin air for years. So when Sveinsson left the band in 2012, many thought it was the end. But the rebound album Kveikur was what many have claimed brilliant, more core driven, and aggressive, offering glacier rousing sounds. A perfect Saturday Spin to watch some raindrops fall down a window, or to coordinate a brisk run through the city.

Black: Architecture in Monochrome

TNF Touring Tech Hat

Keeping a black cap on Ready 5 with Maverick is a must because a black cap is always suited for any occasion. The TNF Touring Tech Hat is a little more oriented towards the adventure than hitting the concrete, but with it’s murdered out appearance, you can snapback this cap straight back to bottle service. Paired with your coveted bomber jacket, the Touring Tech hat is the top hat to your ensemble.

G-SHOCK GMWB5000GD-1

Time should always be of the utmost importance and with the Full Metal 5000 strapped to your wrist, the world will be living on your time. An all-metal timepiece, this G-SHOCK has a super illuminator LED light and solar battery – making self-charging a very real option. The watch face is a timestamp of G-SHOCK designs while the two-way time sync brings real-time connectivity wherever life takes you. The G-SHOCK GMWB5000GD-1 is a watch that deserves to have the sleeves rolled up and when someone asks you for the time, the answer is, “why, yes I do”.

URBAN VII Bartender Kit

The home bar has become the go-to bar and with that, you still have a chance to update your bar cart. The URBAN VII Bartender Kit is like bringing your favorite mixologist home with you and opening up the door to your wildest libation inhibitions. This 12 piece kit is durable, rustproof (not that you’d ever spill), and with the matte black finish, it looks almost as good as the cocktails you’ll be slinging. Who knows what’s in store for 2021, best to start mixing now with the URBAN VII Bartender Kit.

ALLSAINTS Redondo Long Sleeve

All too often the occasion calls for a button-down shirt and your closet doesn’t have it, but that’s about to change. The ALLSAINTS Redondo is the casual shirt ready for formal wear and simultaneously the formal shirt knocking on casual wear’s door. The minimalist design is highlighted by a black embroidered Ramskull over the left chest while a central back pleat keeps the fit looking tight. Whether it be date night or outright debauchery with the boys, the ALLSAINTS Redondo is keen to stop onlookers in their tracks.

Nike SB RPM Duffle

All walks of life need a durable duffle to carry the goods and kick, push through life. The Nike SB RPM Duffle is a multipurpose weekender and daily gear bag. It’s stocked with gear dividers for your shoes, hoodie, and camera gear and just the right amount of zippered pockets to lock in your reflex utilitool. And with a detachable shoulder strap, this duffle transitions into the ultimate roller bag with your skateboard board strapped to the bottom providing the wheels. Whether you’ve got a 360 varial in your arsenal or not, the RPM Duffle is expedition ready.

Lou Reed / New York

Imagine making fifteen albums and still finding success. That’s the case with Lou Reed’s 1989 album, New York. In September 2020, a deluxe version of the album was released which contained the remastered album on a two-record set. This iconic set of songs features “Dirty Blvd.” which contrasts the poor and rich of New York City. Widely considered as one of Reed’s best pieces of work, this album captures the late great poets sometimes controversial but always captivating lyrics.  A choice grab for any vinyl collection.

Handmade in Japan

Small-batch, attention to detail, handmade production is extremely hard to come by these days. In Japan, the excellence of handmade artistry still reigns supreme and is paired with knowledge passed down through generations to create objects with skill and elegance. Handmade in Japan ventures into the workshops where tireless hands craft modern purposes with the continued pursuit of excellence, and reveals the endless dedication to fulfillment in a makers handmade process. If you’re someone that finds beauty in traditions and craftsmanship, this book was made for you.

MiiR Pourigami

Portable, sleek, and a game in itself to put together, the MiiR Pourigami is a travel-ready coffee dripper. The Pourigami makes a drip coffee an option just about everywhere you may go and even if this dripper lives in your kitchen, it will catch the eye of anyone lucky enough to enter your quarantined space. So, if you pour over coffee is your game, the Pourigami is the back pocket dripper waiting for your beans.

Everyman Grafton Pen

When you find a pen that really writes well and glides across the paper, you’ve got to hold onto it. And when Everyday offers the Grafton as an EDC pen, you’ll almost be ashamed of all the words you put to paper in the past with a run of the mill ballpoint. The Grafton is made from 100% Anodized 6061 Aluminum, a bolt-on clip suited for a king, and a deep groove grip capable of rekindling your cursive script. The Grafton Pen is ink the contract ready and will surely be the last pen you ever buy.

Duke Cannon Bloody Knuckles

The leaves are falling and your skin is starting to dry out, so if your day-to-day is a very hands-on experience, now is a good time to take stock of your balms, lotions, and hydrants. The Duke Cannon Bloody Knuckles is a hand repair balm with the intent of fighting back against dry, cracked hands. The balm provides all the moisture needed to get back to that supple looking and feeling exterior without the added grease. This is an unscented man balm where the fight is against the Bloody Knuckles.

Electric Dude Sunnies

The sun is still shining and it only makes sense to add a little 70s flair to your everyday style. The Electric Dude is an updated look to a retro-fitted frame that thrives with just about any activity under the sun. The frames are designed in California and made in Italy, proving to be an unmatched pairing. These sunnies will undoubtedly elevate your look while taking comfort in the fact that “the Dude abides.”

Carhartt Duck Nail Apron

The Carhartt Duck Nail Apron is for the worksite, garage, and Sunday afternoon project. With four large pockets, one pencil pocket, one small pocket, and two tool loops, it’s got a holster for everything you need and if by chance you need anything else, just walk away. It’s made from a 12oz, firm-hand cotton duck, cinches with a nylon belt, and has a quick-release buckle. When you’re strapped up with the Duck Nail Apron, house projects and 2x4s beware because this tool belt defines doin’ work… son.

Halloween (Expanded Edition) / $21

Halloween grossed a whopping $159 million against a $10 million budget, making it the most profitable Halloween movie since the 1978 original. And the soundtrack, dare we say, made a killing. The album debuted at #12 on the Billboard Albums chart and #2 on the vinyl chart, thus becoming one of the most successful movie soundtracks in the last decade. The wait for the next movie is extending by a year as Universal Pictures has announced David Gordon Green’s “Halloween Kills” will now open in theaters on October 15, 2021.

Rock the Shack: Architecture of Cabins

Rock the Shack takes us to the spots we ache for. For the first time in the history of our planet, more people live in cities than in the country. Yet, at the same time, more and more city slickers are craving the outdoors, where nomad shelters offer modern gentlemen a promise of what urban communities cannot provide: a chill atmosphere to feel human again. The first step is intention. The second is knowledge. The third is… out there. Let this hardcover inspire and help plan your next adventure.

Huckberry x Timex "Cola" Sport Watch

The time has come back around for Huckberry and Timex to collaborate on yet another timeless piece. The Huck x Timex Cola Sport Watch drew from the style of the 70s and 80s and has a military-inspired ‘crosshair’ dial to mark the time. The clasp sits on a woven stainless steel band with an easy to open coin-operated battery capsule, meaning no extra trips to the jeweler… unless it’s time to see Jared and in that case, congrats. A watch that looks great no matter the time and because it’s a collab from 2 of the best, the HB x Timex Sport Watch is a roll up the sleeves type of purchase.

Mission Mercantile Campaign Flask

The Mission Mercantile Campaign Flask might just look better than any spirit you’ll be filling it with. The stainless steel canister is wrapped in full-grain U.S. cowhide vegetable-tanned leather and backed by a MM lifetime warranty. It’s a sophisticated spirit transport for the dapperest of Dans and when you #hittheconcrete with the Campaign Flask, remember to take note of your local open container laws.

Crystal Head Onyx

Just a few nights away from a very 2020 Halloween, and the way things are going, the graveyards might just come alive this time around. And to ward of the demons of the holiday, a bottle of Crystal Head Vodka just may be your peacemaker when the ghouls and goblins come a-knocking. As a spirit, the Crystal Head Onyx is Blue Agave Vodka with hints of citrus and white pepper that elevates the single farm sourced Mexican agave. And to top things off, the man behind the skull is none other than one of the original Ghostbusters. This Crystal Head Vodka is one to showoff and more importantly enjoy, no matter the time of the year.

WESN Allman

A true pocket knife designed for the every day, the WESN Allman is a 2.75″ blade that locks in for the adventure. This is a lightweight knife built cut from titanium with a S35vn blade. It’s sharp, compact, and if Wes Mantooth and the evening news team are waiting around the corner, this Allman blade quickly deploys from a Stainless steel Frame-lock. This is a knife to carry wherever you go and above all is else, is designed for Allman.

Ghostbusters Proton Pack

Whether or not you’ll be venturing out into the world tomorrow, safety is always of the utmost importance and defending the world from the creatures below is not possible unless you’ve got a Proton Pack strapped to your back. The likes of Slimer and the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man have fallen to the powers of this pack’s technology and when you’re parading around, the movie-quality details and sounds from the glowing power cell will light up the night. Take back Halloween and steal the show from any party you may be attending with a truly realistic Ghostbuster Proton Pack.

Happy Halloween

Happy All Hallows’ Eve from us here at CYTIES. Though it may look a little different this year, that doesn’t mean you can’t binge on candy and horror flicks all night… just watch out for vampires, werewolves, zombies, and all pizza delivery guys named Michael.