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The surfboard with an engine Powered by the patented WaveJet PWP pod, surfing’s first miniaturized jet drive technology, the boards make 8 to 10 knots on still water, which is 3 to 5 times faster than paddling. “When I surf, I want to surf and catch as many waves as possible,” said Mike Railey, CEO … Read more
Smart new hotels are popping up all over London as the Olympics draw closer. Here are 2012’s new-builds and revamps
Exclusive Bally sunglass and prescription eyewear Bally Signs Licensing Agreement with Twc L’Amy Bally, the Swiss luxury leather goods house, has announced a contract with global eyewear group Twc L’Amy for the development and distribution of an exclusive prescription and sunglass eyewear range that is expected to be launched worldwide by the end of 2012. Created … Read more
Klosters, a resort favored by the British royal family, held its eighth annual snow polo tournament. The annual Klosters Snow Polo is a winter event that is rather different – combining the beautiful sport of snow polo with a chic winter festival atmosphere in including live music concerts. Klosters Snow Polo Tournament (18-22 January 2012) … Read more
A new incarnation of bike polo was born – LV polo bike Louis Vuitton teamed up with polo bike players Hannes Hengst and Grégory Barbier to produce a branded Polo Bike, where unique craftsmanship is essential. “From the embossed leather pedal straps and mallet holders, to the machined chainring (by Victoire), etched barplugs, via the … Read more
French outerwear company Moncler and German sunglasses manufacturer Mykita joined forces in a project which explores new territories in the world of eyewear. Hommage to the Mountains by Mykita & Moncler are sunglasses that can be worn all seasons. In 1954 Lino Lacedelli ( 4 December 1925 – 20 November 2009) and Achille Compagnoni became … Read more