May 21st, 2017 by Mark Abell
Are you a gym rat? If you spend a lot of time working out, you're probably familiar with The Beats X ($149.95, beatsbydre.com) earbuds and the Powerbeats 3 Wireless ($199.95) from Beats by Dr. Dre. These are among the most popular…
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January 31st, 2017 by Mark Abell
Winter has finally arrived in WNY. Just in case the past few mild, snow-free months have made you a bit complacent about outerwear, here are some ways to dress for the deepening chill. Columbia Gold Down Ex ($250)Not gonna…
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December 2nd, 2016 by Mark Abell
Want to stay fit this Winter? Join the Buffalo Day Hikers Meetup as part of Meetup.com. Buffalo Day Hikers have a Hike at Reinstein Woods on Friday, December 16 at 7:15am. They will briskly walk 4 miles/1.25 hours…
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November 30th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Columbia just released an update to their OutDry coat series this fall. I am writing to get our readers up to speed with a puffy and a raincoat that embody much appreciated innovation in outerwear. Columbia OutDry…
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November 27th, 2016 by Mark Abell
For those interested in photography, there is the Science Museum Camera Club held at the Buffalo Museum of Science which meets every 1st and 3rdWednesday of the month from 6:30p-9:00p at 1020…
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November 3rd, 2016 by Mark Abell
The Optoma NuForce BE Sport 3 headphones fit the Buffalo lifestyle. They have excellent range and battery life, great sound, deliver a good time, have good clarity for phone-calls (most importantly, your girlfriend), and are…
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November 2nd, 2016 by Mark Abell
Carson’s TD-042EDMO Camo Binoculars and HookUpz 2.0 Smartphone Stand are ideal for the Buffalo lifestyle. You can record sporting events, such as your kid’s football, hockey, or soccer games on your smartphone.…
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October 28th, 2016 by Mark Abell
I had the opportunity to speak with Brendan Stevens, Lead Vocals for The Strive, a Kansas-City based band that straddles the rock and pop genres who are opening with Palaye Royale for Metro Station, a prominent LA-based pop band…
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October 21st, 2016 by Mark Abell
Have you ever taken a walking tour of the Darwin Martin House? If not, here are five surprising reasons to do so that I discovered recently during a tour hosted by Bryan Smith, one of 400 volunteers. No, that's…
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October 14th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Many people seem to be intimidated by the mere thought of crossing the Peace Bridge on a bicycle. There's no reason to be scared. It's good exercise, exposes you to nature, and combats car congestion. Cross the Peace Bridge on…
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September 26th, 2016 by Mark Abell
I recently participated in a fundraiser and bicycle tour with Brian Dold, Director of Planning and Advocacy for the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy. The ride was sponsored by Rich Products, and we met at their parking…
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September 20th, 2016 by Mark Abell
In 2008, Polaroid discontinued the production of instant film which was formerly 50,000,000 packs per year. Impossible Project, a Dutch-based start-up, stepped in to continue the manufacture of this film which ensured the continued…
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September 19th, 2016 by Mark Abell
The Mio Alpha 2 Heart Rate Watch + Activity Tracker ($119) Pros: -Long battery life. Over 1 week on a charge when using the GPS on runs The Alpha 2 tracks steps, calories, distance, and heart rate. It is only for runners and…
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August 24th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Heading to the Southern Tier for the Night Lights Music Festival this weekend? Consider investing in a Therm-a-Rest Mondo King XXL mattress. It's ideal for tent-camping. To fully enjoy the performances…
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August 19th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Throughout the summer I had the opportunity to test out sunglasses from Costa Del Mar, Native, Smith, and Maui Jim. The Maui Jim Road Trip was the only set of glasses designed for women. In truth, the men’s glasses…
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August 4th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Buffalo, New York was once referred to as the “Berkeley of the East” because of the protests that took place in this area during the Vietnam War years. Activism continues, albeit in under-publicized venues such…
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August 1st, 2016 by Mark Abell
Buffalo experienced an influx of Californians last week. The San Diego-based Slightly Stoopid came to Artpark on July 27 on their “Return of The Red Eye” East Coast Tour which began in June and will continue until…
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June 30th, 2016 by Mark Abell
If you've been yearning to move to an eco-groovy city like Brooklyn, Boulder, Eugene, Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, or San Diego, yearn no more. Give Buffalo a shot instead. The Slow Roll vibe echoes that of…
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June 29th, 2016 by Mark Abell
Have a day off, or work afternoons? I encourage you to attend the Tifft Nature Preserve Wellness Walk, a stroll guided by volunteers with knowledge about everything from birds to botany that takes place every Thursday. The…
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June 9th, 2016 by Mark Abell
If you want to carry a helmet, bike-lock, and hydration bladder, the Deuter Attack Tour 28 cycling pack ($225) is a solid performer. This pack also protect backs (large sized 44-54cm or small sized 38-48cm)…
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March 21st, 2016 by Mark Abell
Cold, gray, snowy days will no longer get me down. Snowshoeing, albeit a new pursuit of mine, is an exhilarating way to spend so-called dreary Western New York days. However, it is not for the faint of heart. In my experience…
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September 10th, 2015 by Mark Abell
When I realized in July that The Dirty Heads who produce a fusion of addictive alt-rock and reggae and achieved placement at the 93rd spot on the Billboard's "Hot 100" chart in 2010 were coming in September to Niagara Fall's…
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August 31st, 2015 by Mark Abell
I had the pleasure to speak with Trever Stribing, Lucas Honig, Josh Ackerly, and Elijah Peterson of PA Line who won Buffalo's Battle of The Bands and opened for Iron & Wine at Canalside in July and are now touring in New…
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August 13th, 2015 by Mark Abell
Lost Elysium performed recently at The Waiting Room with Seven Faces, DoDriver, and Stalking Neptune. Seven Faces opened with frontman, Scott Hubbell, bassist and vox Jason Offerman and drummer, Chuck Geiser and Rob…
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