Ride’s Hempbrain Snowboards

A sustainable lightweight snowboard with naturally beautiful patterns, all thanks to hemp

In an effort to reduce weight and increase sustainability, Ride replaced the traditional plastic top sheet of their Society UL and Slackcountry UL snowboards with hemp. The Hempbrain technology uses less material overall and allows for an entirely new way of working with graphics thanks to the fabric’s texture and patterns. The all-mountain Slackcountry UL ($650) retains its natural hemp color while the freestyle Society …

Thermal Mapping

Canada Goose designs jacket insulation around specific warming needs

An industry-first technology created by Canada Goose, thermal mapping uses strategically-placed premium duck down to insulate the family-run label’s forthcoming HyBridge line. Tailored for men’s and women’s unique needs, the approach makes for sleek silhouettes with optimal warmth and flexibility thanks to its soft-shell construction. Treated nylon fabric wicks away moisture, while an adjustable hem and fleece-lined cuffs help guard against the chill. An internal …

Eight Exciting iPad Cases

Keep your iPad protected with one of our favorite cases

While we really like the slimness and functionality of Apple’s iPad case, an accessory that exemplifies your personality and meets your needs can be hard to find. Below we highlight eight cases that stand out for their ingenuity both in design and style. Timbuk2 Quickie The nylon Quickie ($45) from Timbuk2 offers the most in utility. The bag easily fits the iPad and has two …