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Segways No Longer Dorkiest!

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

In a piece entitled “Powerbocks Steal Dork Prize From Segways” Wired columnist Lore Sjöberg directs our attention to the latest form of upward mobility: powerbocking. Patented by Mr. Bock in 2003 it seems that powerbocks — of which there are numerous brands — could become an indispensable tool for enhancing parkour escapades.

YouTube: Freestyle Powerizer Stilts
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Adapting architecture

Monday, March 3, 2008

Very nice! I wonder if this is an extended family or…? In any case, it’s pretty cool communal living.
Via Bricoleurbanism.
UPDATE: adaptivereuse.net reports that this is, in fact, an Amsterdam theatre set. So much better than the “Redneck Mansion” caption I saw!
- Anne

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