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.

Quartermaster: This Week in Supplies

On Mondays, Courage and Progress drops a fresh batch of supplies for you to pick up. Here’s this weeks Quartermaster.

Blood on the Tracks: An Introspection

In the darkest places the most beautiful things can grow. This is especially true of Bob Dylan's acrimonious relationship with his wife, Sara. Their eventual seperation led to what has become, arguably, the greatest studio album of all time. There are no lyrics so bitter and recriminatory as those that feature on the 1975 album Blood On the Tracks.

Reconnaissance #3: The Sunday Edition

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

> Surviving the Infamous British North Greenland Expedition - Selectism

> The Photography of Matthew Vin - Matthew Vin Pictures

> See the 2015 Ural CT - Ural Motorcycles 

> Living Vicariously Through Other People’s Junk - A Continuous Lean

> Kayaking the Milford Sound - Gear Patrol

> Travelling Kashmir's Heroin Highway - Roads and Kingdoms

Hell and High Water: Gallipoli 100 Years On

It was just before dawn on April 24th 1915 when troops from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) waded ashore on Gaba Tepe beach to begin an eight-month ordeal that would test them to their very limits.

Five Summer Ales

 

The warmer weather is right around the bend. Enjoy one these five pale summer ales from Courage and Progress' favourite breweries. 

Reconnaissance #2: Midweek Edition

Every Thursday, Courage & Progress delivers another curated roundup of this weeks best links. Here's this week's Midweek Reconnaissance.

> CAMP Collection SS15 ‘Cabin Fever - C-Heads Magazine 

> How the Army Jacket Became a Civilian Staple - New York Times

> Five Daring Photojournalists to Follow on Instagram - Flavorpill

> How to Make Swedish Coffee - Best Made Co

> Guinness Lacquered Pork Belly - Three Little Halves

- Take courage. Make Progress

The Best Coffee Shops in Sheffield

Courage and Progress is based in Sheffield, UK. Sheffield is home to a thriving independent culture of coffee shops. Here are three of the best...

Icon Trucks with Aether Apparel

Join Aether Apparel as they shadow Jonathan Ward, founder of Icon Trucks, on a tour of his bustling workshop, where he and his talented team build some of the most well-considered, handcrafted off-road vehicles imaginable.

Adirondack Overshirt by Owner Operator

The first item you'll buy that you will wear for the rest of your life. 

Warm and windproof, the Adriondack can be worn as a jacket, or layered up colder days. The wool construction naturally resists moisture and the hollow fiber core remains warm even when wet. Blended Nylon fibers stabilize the fabric, increase abrasion resistance, and improve water resistance.

Anatomy: Sidearms of WWII

C&Rsenal spent many hours painstakingly disassembling and photographing the inner workings of these famous guns from the WWII era. See the incredible detail of some of there worlds most iconic sidearms. Personal favourites are the Webley MK4 and Colt 1911.