Burton 2009

In between watching 1080s galore at the U.S. Open a couple weeks backs, I had the chance to demo some of Burton's gear due out for the 2009 season. Most noteworthy is their Infinite Channel System (ICS) and Extra Sensory Technology (EST)—an integrated board and binding system. Reducing the binding mount to two screws, thus eliminating the plate from under your boot. Debuted for this …

ShifD

Simple tools are always the best way to accomplish simple tasks. Such is the case with my new favorite multi-platform app, Shifd. It's basically a really easy way to capture and view notes, places and links from your mobile phone, web browser or computer desktop. I most often use it for mobile notes-to-self; whenever I need to capture a name, place, task or thought I …

Brown Sound Tees

New from Brown Sound, we're totally digging the psychedelic imagery of the "Nose Wheelie" (above left) combining a Yeti on a skateboard with Hibiscus flowers, radiating stripes and Edwardian script. Others that we're considering adding to the collection are "Unkle Kyle," (above center) a line illustration of an overwhelming beard printed over prepster stripes in a green, purple and white colorway. "Sarajevo" (above right) is …