Conrad and the Steam Plant

Conrad Milster, Pratt Institute’s chief engineer, has worked in the Brooklyn power plant nearly his entire adult life. Starting as a mechanic in 1958, he later became one of only four chief engineers in the plant’s 127-year history, taking over the official duties in 1965. He’s been there ever since.

A Brand Apart: Tudor Watches

A few years ago Tudor finally came out from big brother's shadow and began building a brand of its own. Out in the wild, Tudor flourished and delivered an exciting line of heritage watches at Baselworld. The brand has been building on that success ever since and now, for those in the know, it's a real alternative to the big boys.

The Priority Bike

Forget the £4000 Pinarello you lust after as your daily commuter. Just forget it. For those looking for an affordable, maintenance free commuter bike that's stylish and lightweight look no further. The Priority Bike promises to deliver a great ride and make your commute super stylish in the process.

Reconnaissance #5: The Sunday Edition

Every Sunday, Courage & Progress delivers a curated roundup of the past weeks best links. Here's this week's Reconnaissance:

> Talking Shop with Friends & Family's Taavo Somer - The Hand & Eye
> Exploring Madagascar by Skateboard - Mashkulture
> A Continuous Routine with Michael Williams - Harry's
> AnnaLynne McCord Photographed by Neave Bozorgi  - The Hundreds
> Winning: The Racing Life of Paul Newman - Cool Hunting

- Take Courage. Make Progress.

The American Longbow by Best Made Co.

Best Made Co never fails to impress with its latest offerings. Last week they announced the latest addition to their ever expanding collection of hard-wearing and well-thought-out utilitarian goods: The American Longbow.

Going Underground: The Photography of Robbie Shone

Robbie Shone is a British photographer based in Austria. He has travelled to the furthest corners and remotest parts of earth - Including China, Papua New Guinea and Borneo. He recently photographed the largest subterranean cave system ever discovered in Crete, Greece.

Icons: Barbour

When it rains in England, it really rains. It pours for days, sometimes weeks. Barbour has your back. The dark damp mornings and drawn out nights call for some extra protection. Whether you’re beating the briars or attacking the curves on your vintage Triumph, your Barbour is your go to companion. It has your back. Literally.

Listening Post: Iron & Wine - Caught in the Briars

This is a beautiful rendition of one of my favourite songs. Stumble downstairs at 6am, brew up your favourite coffee and sit quietly and take in the morning.

Icons: The Rolex Military Submariner

In the 1970s, Rolex provided a specially designed watch to the British Ministry of Defence for issue to the Royal Navy's clearance divers. The watch, now affectionately referred to as the Milsub, was a modified Rolex Submariner designed to meet the MOD purchasing specification and to improve on the current Omega 300. There is no watch more iconic than the Milsub.

Reconnaissance #4: The Sunday Edition

Every Sunday, Courage & Progress delivers a curated roundup of the past weeks best links. Here's this week's Reconnaissance.

> Lauren Engel Down Under - C-Heads

> What It Feels Like to Run Across the Sahara - Bloomberg

> Overnight at the Most Expensive Alpine Lodge in NZ - Gear Patrol

> Rapha's Journey Through the Tasmanian Countryside - Selectism

> Four Simple Cocktails for Spring - Cool Hunting

- Take courage. Make Progress.