Luna Sandals from Seattle was founded in 2010 by Ted McDonald, a cult figure in barefoot and long distance running. Lunas are outdoor Sandals used for hiking, running, and just about any adventure you can imagine. The hand-crafted, rugged, minimalist footwear is made using comfortable and advanced materials such as vibram soles and an advanced lacing system. It is the closest you´ll get to barefoot. You can also get them at amazon
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Nike´s new offering for Spring 2013 is this original fusion of old with new. The Lunar Peg 89 is a mix of the Pegasus 89 with the Lunarlon running shoe, it features the upper part of the Pegasus 89 and is equipped with a beautifully bouncy Lunarlon sole. Great use of color on these, with a navy suede and mesh upper accentuated by eye-catching bright pink and orange details. No release date yet. via

We are big fans of Fjallraven, a Swedish brand that specializes in outdoor equipment (mostly clothing). If you like hiking and trekking you should definitely check out their collection. The Vidda Pro are durable trekking trousers, made from G-1000 a rugged material that is both wind and water resistant. They feature double reinforcements over the rear and knees, plus plenty of pockets for your gear, including a map pocket, axe pocket and inner safety pocket.

You can get them in the US at amazon.

Most of the best ideas are simple ideas, Sputnik Zurich from Switzerland turn safety vests into high visibility clothing and bags! With a clean and simple design, their products keep bikers and pedestrians visible on the street. Check out the full collection at their website. via

Our friends over at Aether Apparel have introduced the lightweight Union Bicycle Jacket. Packed with bike-friendly features, the Union was designed to meet the unique needs of urban cyclists. Details such as reflective strips, weatherproof pit zip vents, interior audio valve pocket(for your headphones) and a dual-access back pocket, make this an essential piece of equipment for commutes around the city. A clean, functional, tailored style jacket, we love it.

The new Halda Race Pilot watch is optimized for Racing, an environment with extreme demands. The watch features Halda´s unique patented docking system that allows you to swap between a traditional or digital face as you please. It was developed together with professional racing drivers and technicians, the digital race module provides key information on 150 of the worlds best-known race tracks and calculates the likes of speed and lap times. Another stand out feature is the specially designed case back resonance system, developed to perform in the noisy environment of a sports car, letting you hear your alarms over the roar of an engine.

The new Nike Eric Koston SE, is the ultimate skateboarding shoe. It features a skateboard-specific pattern and multidirectional flex grooves for traction and flexibility. It is also equipped with lightweight cushioning for durability and shock absorption. The lightweight design improves board feel and the forefoot pivot circle helps you change direction and set your foot easily on the board. Available in Black, Dark Grey, and Red.

You can get them from Nike online store or from Amazon. In Europe you can get them here

The Dakine Reload Backpack is a fantastic backpack for keeping all your equipment safe in harsh conditions, with all zippers seam sealed, no worries when the storms roll in. Our good friend Bruno Smith is an International surf and travel photographer, he carries one of these around at all times with his photography gear, he was kind enough to take some fancy pics of the bag so we could share with our readers. Bruno says: "Dakine Reload is the best photography backpack ever - I am Stoked!" Check out some more photos and details of the bag after the jump.

Photos for blessthisstuff.com by Bruno Smith

If like us you have an obsession with watches, you will love this. The Martinator is a recent brand by Martin Lim, he customises watch cases out of Pelican laptop cases. At his Facebook store page you can choose from an awesome range of cases for the discerning watch collector, from a 4-watch case to the 32-watch case, or you can purchase the custom fitted interiors separately for customising your existing Pelican Case. via

You can pick up the original Pelican laptop case from amazon

Madera is a recent brand founded by Chris Hong and is based in Perth, Australia. Devoted to wood, they only make products with sustainable, renewable harvested timber. Their first product is "The Union wallet", a stylish and minimalist wood wallet that is slim and only carries the essential, cards, cash and other modern necessities. watch the very cool video

Update: The "Union wallet" has recently launched a funding campaign, you can help fund it at Indiegogo

Overboard are leaders in making waterproof bags and cases, if you are into water sports or outdoor adventures you should check out their collection. Their 100% waterproof backpacks are fully submersible and float safely on water, perfect for keeping all precious gear safe when on your water adventure.

Overboard bags are available in the US at amazon and in Europe at amazon.co.uk

Last year we did a popular "hands-on review" on the South Lane Watches, a new Scandinavian brand with a focus on creating minimalist, clean, and simple designs that stand out. They have recently contacted us with news on their new Spring/Summer collection, check out the funky new styles available at the South Lane website.

To celebrate the 100th edition of the Tour de France, Polar have released the RC3, an all-in-one GPS heart rate monitor. The limited edition RC3 GPS Tour de France tracks your cycling speed, distance, altitude and route using built-in GPS. The intelligent computer also features smart coaching, providing training programs, fitness reports and giving you motivating feedback straight after exercise.

Teranishi is a recent brand by Teppei Teranishi, he creates beautiful handcrafted leather goods, designed in-house and crafted in traditional methods. The highlight of the collection has to be the "Day Tripper", part weekender bag, part tote, part briefcase. The bag is entirely handcrafted from start to finish and is available in four choices of leather combinations.

SealLine are experts in making portable bags, packs, cases and accessories with the highest-quality waterproof materials that provide exceptional protection in even the most challenging environments. Their SealLine Urban Backpack is an essential bike commuter tool, offering seamless all-weather protection. It features a watertight roll-down closure plus a weatherproof zip pocket keeping all your gear protected from the elements.

If you commute to work on a bicycle or ride your bike a lot you will know the importance of what you wear. Check out SAS(Search and State), a recent brand from New York, they produce stylish garments handmade in the USA. We are digging their S1-J Riding Jacket, a high tech, lightweight, 3 season jacket that reacts to changing temperatures and packs neatly into its jersey pocket. Check out the full collection at their website.

Blunt Umbrellas feature a revolutionary radial tensioning system, creating an unflappable, aerodynamic weather canopy. It outperforms anything on the market, working flawlessly and effortlessly in conditions way beyond the capabilities of any umbrella in the world. The robust Blunt is the ultimate defense against the elements.

You can pick yours up from the Blunt website or from amazon.

To celebrate ten years of activity, Oslo fashion agency BLENDER AGENCY commissioned custom watch builder Prohunter an ultra limited series of the Rolex Submariner inspired by the original version of 1972. The case is all black carbon, as well as the bezel and dial, while indicators, logos and numbers are in white. The strap is the G10 NATO, strongly inspired by the military world, and will be available in three styles: black, army green or camo. On the back it features the numbering of the limited edition, from 1 to 10, with the incision to remember precisely the tenth anniversary. The watch is available upon special request.