Studio Visit: AVO, Brooklyn

Uncut, hand-dyed leather rugs inspired by everyday items through the lens of anthropology

In the living room of a brownstone apartment on a tree-lined block in Brooklyn, designer Brit Kleinman uses non-toxic dyes to stain leather for a collection of striking rugs, which combine modern pattern-making with ancient materials and techniques. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design, Kleinman spent a decade designing bags for the likes of Samsonite, Shinola and Jack Spade. But her own …

Three Rooftop Tents for Summer Adventures

Turn your car or truck into a cabin-on-wheels

For those looking to hit the road for summertime adventures, there’s no better piece of gear than a rooftop tent. Mounting onto a vehicle’s roof rack, these longtime safari favorites are finding their way more and more into the casual consumer market. The benefits of a rooftop tent are plentiful. Aside from freeing up room in the car, the tents pop up in no time …

Fast Tire Repairs with Patchnride

This ride-saving gadget permanently seals punctures with just the flip of a switch

If you’re turning the pedals a lot, you’re bound to get a flat. While knowing how to change your own tire is required knowledge for any dedicated cyclist, it can be a real pain—especially with high-performance racing tires. The Patchnride permanently repairs punctures in less than a minute—and without removing the wheel from the bike. A leak detector (included in the tool) aids in finding …