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EXTREME Surfing Wipeout | Wave From Hell

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Surfer James Hollmer-Cross surfs an insanely huge wave at Pedra Branca, 16 miles south of Tasmania. After his wipeout he suffered injuries including a broken leg, partial ligament tears, and fractured Tibia.

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Richard Branson Opens Mahali Mzuri Safari Camp in Kenya

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“But what exactly is a safari camp?” one might ask. To that, tech mogul and overall venture specialist Richard Branson has answered with an immersive new way to experience the Motorogi Conservancy in Kenya. Dubbed the Mahali Mzuri, the camp is actually comprised of 20 elevated suites, each specially designed for minimal interference with the surrounding bush landscape. The structures most closely resemble luxury tents, and include amenities like on-site infinity pools and spa treatments alongside guided tours of the rolling plains. A collaboration between Kenyan architecture firm byDesign and interior furnishing experts Real Studios, the Mahali Mzuri was created to accommodate up to 24 people at a time – a small enough number for an engaging, yet serene getaway.

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GoPro: Masters of Indo

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Marlon Gerber fosters his protégé nephew Varun Tanjung in the ways of Indonesian surfing. Varun has a choice, just as Marlon did.

Shot 100% on the HD HERO3+® camera from http://GoPro.com.

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Athletes:
Marlon Gerber
Varun Tanjung
Mikala Jones
Alana Blanchard
Lakey Peterson
Camille Brady

Special Thanks
Kandui Villas – http://www.kanduivillas.com/

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January in Japan by Scott Gold

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January in Japan is a project by director and photographer Scott Gold. He documents his travel through different parts of Japan (Tokyo, Kyoto and Yudanaka) in the winter. Japan is usually more celebrated for it Spring Sakura but it’s as beautiful and dreamy in January.

The video with shot with a Canon 5DMK3 with Magic Lantern firmware and LightForm Cinema C preset, mostly at 60p. Scott used Canon 24-105mm 4.0 IS and the Canon 50mm 1.4 lenses. The Editing was done with Premiere CC and the color correction with Colorista II and Film Convert Pro 2. The Music is Daughters by Tony Anderson.

More on Scott Gold work on his website: www.scott-gold.com

Places featured:

Tsukiji Fish Market

Gion District

Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Tournament

Shibuya Crossing

Shinkansen Bullet Trains

Yudanaka Outdoor Onsen

Jigokudani Snow Monkeys

Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony

Tokyo Skytree

Fushimi Inari Shrine/Gates

Nijō Castle

Ninomaru Palace

 

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The Making of Neon Signs

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In “The Making of Neon Signs” we’re offered an inside look at how neon signs are made as master craftsmen go through the production processes from design, tube bending, gas filling and more. An 11-minute film produced by Cpak Studio for M+, the video also goes into detail about the current situation and challenges facing the endangered neon industry of Hong Kong.

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Guys Base Jump Off the World Trade Center

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The only way this video could be cooler was if the guy was a master thief (who only takes from awful, Captain Planet-esque bad guys) and was making a daring escape after stealing a priceless piece of art. Apparently, they were caught and arrested within the last week (six months after the jump) and charged with “burglary, reckless endangerment and jumping from a structure.” But all in all, just CRAZY.

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AAPE by A Bathing Ape Travel Adapter

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In a recent promotion, the AAPE by A Bathing Ape is giving away a special power adapter to those who spend ¥20,000 or more at select locations. The stylish camouflage power adapter is equipped with multiple USB charging ports, a digital camera charger, mobile phone, and iPod/iPad port, and is compatible with power outlets in a number of different countries. The adapter is only available in limited quantities so pick up yours with a minimum purchase of ¥20,000 today at A Bathing Ape locations.

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Black Crab X Vans X OTH X Chuck Hughes

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Montreal retailer Off The Hook returns with the official premiere of its “Black Crab” pack consisting of a pair of Sk8-Hi Reissue Zip LXs and Authentic LXs. Designed in conjunction with Iron Chef winner Chuck Hughes, this collection was fueled by a longtime love of Vans and the desire to rethink traditional kitchen footwear. With its mission clearly stated, each of the two tonal black sneakers feature a water-repellant construction, minimal stitching, waxed cotton laces, a cork insole, and the iconic non-slip waffle outsole.

Black Crab X Vans X OTH X Chuck Hughes Release Party

 

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Shark Attacks diver in the Cayman Islands

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Caribbean Reef Shark encounter in the CAYMAN ISLANDS. Just east of Frank Sound. We were Lion Fish Culling when the shark came out of no ware. It scared the crap out of me. Filmed on my GoPro 3 camera. We were in about 70′ of water when the shark encounter occurred.

I want to make it clear that I am hunting lion fish to help protect the reef from the destruction that they cause. The shark was acting in his natural environment. I have no ill will toward him and will get back in the water and continue to protect the reef for future generations. I would strongly encourage anyone out there to donate to REEF.org or other organizations to help protect our reefs, Sharks and the beautiful creatures in them.

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UNION “89″ Collection

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Previously only available to its staff, Union has now released its UNION “89″ sweatshirts and tees. Both pieces are made from heavyweight cotton and feature UNION 89 emblazoned across the back in fluorescent font. Available now in black and orange or grey and yellow, the pieces are available now from Union.

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Trip : The Virgin Atlantic Safety Film

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Trip : The Virgin Atlantic Safety Film from Art&Graft on Vimeo.

Created & Produced by Art & Graft. Come fly away with us in our latest animated feature for Virgin Atlantic, ‘Trip’.

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RAH-66 Stealth Attack Helicopter

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RAH-66 Stealth Attack Helicopter.

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ROSE by Carte Noire

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ROSE by Carte Noire from ))) datafone on Vimeo.

Chromatic porn food series.

Agency : Proximity BBDO Paris
Creative Director : Valérie Levy-Harrar
Associate Creative Director : Audrey Tamic
Art Director : Rémi Jamin
Music Composer : Aymeric Lepage
Art Buyer : Francine Jiminiga
Directors : M. Roulier et P. Lhomme
Production : Le Potager Prod.
Food designer : Emmanuel Turiot
Style designer : Sylvie Bagros
Editing : Bruno Herlin
Concreat sounds : The Hot Line

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The Selexyz Dominicanen Bookstore

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The Selexyz Dominicanen in the Netherlands is an outrageously cool bookstore that was converted from a church that was originally built in 1294. With the growth of Kindle and the iPad, we won’t be seeing too many bookstores for too much longer, so it’s pretty awesome to have few around the globe that are as gorgeous as a great novel.

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Hong Kong in the rain by Christophe Jacrot

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Photographer since 2006.

In my opinion, there are two ways of capturing the world for a photographer; on the one hand grasping its horror, and on the other sublimating it. I have chosen the second. More specifically, I like the way rain, snow and “bad weather” awaken a feeling of romantic fiction within me, mainly in the big cities. (climatic excesses are another topic).
I see these elements as a fabulous ground for photography, an under-used visual universe with a strong evocative power, and with a richness of subtle lights. This universe escapes most of us, since we are too occupied getting undercover. Man becomes a ghostly silhouette wandering and obeying the hazards of rain or of snow, into the eternity of the climate …
My approach is deliberately pictorial and emotional.

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How Wolves Change Rivers

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For more from George Monbiot, visit http://www.monbiot.com/ and for more on “rewilding” visit http://bit.ly/1hKGemK and/or check out George Monbiot’s book Feral: rewilding the land, the sea and human life: http://amzn.to/1fjgirx

NOTE: There are “elk” pictured in this video when the narrator is referring to “deer.” This is because the narrator is British and the British word for “elk” is “red deer” or “deer” for short. The scientific report this is based on refers to elk so we wanted to be accurate with the truth of the story.

“When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.” – John Muir

When wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park in the United States after being absent nearly 70 years, the most remarkable “trophic cascade” occurred. What is a trophic cascade and how exactly do wolves change rivers? George Monbiot explains in this movie remix.

Narration from TED: “For more wonder, rewild the world” by George Monbiot. Watch the full talk, here: http://bit.ly/N3m62h

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Groundswell.

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Don Cannon x Rare Addiction Aviator Bag

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Famed producer Don Cannon and Rare Addiction have linked up to produce their Aviator Bag. The perfect piece of luggage for those looking for an adaptable and stylish piece of kit, the Aviator Bag features is able to convert from a backpack to a laptop case thanks to some well-placed straps. The bag boasts an eye-catching camo print exterior with brown leather accents and comes with an inner iPad pocket and a removable storage pouch. Look for the Don Cannon x Rare Addiction Aviator Bag now at Don Cannon’s online store and Rare Addiction’s online store.

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Food for thought.

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The Autofamily House has an outrageously cool garage

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Polish architecture firm Robert Konieczny designed the ‘Autofamily House’ with an extra long indoor driveway that leads to the entrance of the house. Really cool and extremely different.

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