Mountain Biking in New York Parks

Raw food according to GZA, tech-enabled treadmills, taxidermy beer bottles and more in our Saturday link special

While more and more popular in NYC as a favorite warm-weather activity and way to get around, urban biking can still feel like a grind with flat paths and rush-hour traffic. For those interested in a less stressful biking experience, the New York Times takes a look at Cunningham Park in Queens, where mountain biking is not only available but encouraged, along with good spots …

Compass Folding iPad Stand

Raw food according to GZA, tech-enabled treadmills, taxidermy beer bottles and more in our Saturday link special

If you’re so in love with your iPad and want a prop for checking email, reading, and doing other things you used to do on your desktop, then check out the just-launched Compass. The $40 easel, stand and theater provides a portable way to display your device to type in a sleek heavy-duty steel design.

GZA Goes Raw

Raw food according to GZA, tech-enabled treadmills, taxidermy beer bottles and more in our Saturday link special

Foodie site Eater recently met up with Wu-Tang leader GZA to discuss his support of the raw food movement. In the interview GZA shares his favorite vegetarian spots and comfort foods, as well as his approach to eating well while supporting sustainability across the U.S.