Awesome Detroit

Shinola celebrates ten years of making watches in Detroit with this special 41mm Runwell. Just 1000 will be made, each with a reliable Argonite 1069 movement, easy-to-read markings, and a stainless steel case with a pumpkin-colored crown. It sits on a leather strap with a serial number and 10-year edition markings embossed around its see-through back.

Motor City Candle Co.’s tins look like vintage motor oil cans, but the only oil inside is a blend of essentials oils to scent vegan-friendly soy wax. The masculine fragrances – such as leather (Detroit Muscle); cedar, sandalwood, and patchouli (Tiger); and amber and moss (Victory) – can pimp any man cave. Handmade in Detroit.

Did you know that there’s a boat out there that has its own U.S. zip code? We sure didn’t. Half as Interesting explains the story behind the boat that floats up and down the Detroit River, delivering mail to freighter ships that can’t afford to waste time docking to pick up parcels.

Each of Pingree Detroit’s products is a celebration of America. The leather they use comes from reclaimed material from US automakers, and their items are designed and made by US Veterans. The Slim 3 wallet holds three cards each in its two exterior pockets, while its center is good for cash, cards, or other small items.

Director Kathryn Bigelow of The Hurt Locker, Zero Dark Thirty, and yes, original Point Break fame presents a gritty drama that takes us inside the civil rights uprisings that engulfed Detroit, Michigan back in 1967.

Pontiac, Michigan’s Silverdome was once home to the Detroit Lions. With the stadium in ruins, Red Bull let loose BMX rider Tyler Fernengal in the abandoned stadium where he pulled some epic tricks in the eerie locale. (Thanks Mike!)