YT: Wintercoats

Watch the Wintercoats video for “Working on a dream” and see why it’s my current obsession @yourstru.ly

Every year we blow out another birthday candle and as the smoke clears we feel older, wiser and maybe even more mature, but while passing these mile markers our interpretation of the world gets jaded by our own grown-up status. Wintercoats “Working on a Dream” helps remind us to look through fresh eyes and peer back into the world with the innocence we all had in the beginning. The gentle pinpricks of his orchestral pop tap us on the shoulder and nudge us in our sides; gently prying open our heavy lids and allowing the scenery back in.

Stallion.

My spirit animal, a.k.a. me: a fawn colored stallion with blonde hairs. Run, little hooves, run.

YT: THe Alabama Shakes

Stream the EP @yourstru.ly

Bicycle Muse: Yakkay Herringbone

Classic herringbone meets the modern Yakkay 

Read the original Bicycle Muse post @www.thebicyclemuse.blogspot.com

Fond thoughts about fish bones may not swim to mind when you spot the distinctive, v-shaped weave, but top off any wardrobe with a little classic “herringbone” and you’re sure to spawn compliments for your traditional, sophisticated style. The Bicycle Muse is excited to offer this timeless pattern as a cover option for the glorious Yakkay helmet, making sure you keep the noggin both safe and classy.

With fall weather creeping around the corner, your favorite wool and tweed jackets are probably getting anxious to ditch the hanger and accompany you on fall rides around town. The Herringbone Paris Yakkay is an ideal match to these heavier autumn-friendly fabrics, the black and white diagonals make for a nice compliment to the earth-toned palette of light jackets, comfy sweaters and fuzzy scarves.

Need some irresistible examples of how to mesh herringbone with your cycling wardrobe and your ride of choice? Take a look-see at these  Bicycle Muse suggestions for guys and gals alike:

Ralph Lauren is always spot on with timeless staples and this new ‘Back to University‘ collection does it again with lots of handsome, heather grey, school boy charm, vests and bowties. The Yakkay would definitely make the grade for any item on this roster.

A vintage Raleigh couldn’t find better accompaniment than the herringbone’s old world charm. Cool, calm, collected– this bike was meant for smooth.

Don’t be afraid to add in some color! The herringbone loves solid primary colors like this golden wheat, lady-like tweed jacket from J. Crew. Great with skirt or trousers, this multi-purspose coat comes with a twist on tradition: an uneven weave, chunky wood buttons and an extra textured-edge.

This extra-nice Raleigh Superbe Sports Tourist is straight out of 1951, but doesn’t look a day over easy-breezy. The herringbone Yakkay will sing while riding atop this gem.

YT: Gross Magic

Listen to the tracks @yourstru.ly…and check out what Gross Magic wrote back:

 

 

Shootin’ the shit

My pops loves to play target practice in the backyard and when I went back to visit Minnesota this July, he was sure to set me up with a couple of options. I shot some sort of rifle and a handgun and surprisingly, had a pretty good time. I’m not too bad at hittin’ the target either…who knew?

YT: Jensen Sportag

Listen to the track @yourstru.ly

Maybe she cheated. Maybe he blurted out her true feelings about your mother. Things change, the truth comes out and sometimes words can sting so harsh it seems no stitch or staple could close the wound.

When the roses wilt and the puppy face turns pathetic, the miracle fix is “Gentle Man” and anyone at fault of causing a near break-up should consult the lyrics with a highlighter. “I’ll be your gentle man. Darling I understand, this is my only chance,” the coy voice of Jensen Sportag offers with honest vulnerability. What aching heart could refuse?