The Best. Damn. Bundle.

From: Huckberry - Tuesday Mar 21,2023 07:01 am

Rules for peak performance in old age, a “swag patina” investigation, Spielberg’s epic ’01 to ’04 run, and more…

Early spring can be tough, style-wise. But as Huckberry’s “gear overlord,” I’m here to guide you through the unpredictable weather, lingering chilliness, and occasional blast of glorious sunshine. Versatility is how we’re going to pull through. So I rounded up my picks for spring success below—from jeans handbuilt in North Carolina to Steve McQueen’s Iconic Baracuta Jacket.

Handstitched North Carolina Jeans: Looking for jeans as well-made as your heritage boots? Raleigh Denim is the way to go. I got my first pair a few years ago, have worn them every season since, and plan on hanging onto them for life.

Here are a few reasons why they’re so special:
- Cut and sewn by hand in Raleigh, NC
- Each pair is signed on the inner front pocket by the “jeansmith” who made it
- Old-school Union Special sewing machines do the custom chain-stitching
- They’re selvage denim obsessives (check out this quick video for proof)

Check out all of our selvage denim and everyday jeans.

Forty Five Slub Pocket Tee: Every time I stock up on basics, I go for the bundle deal from Forty Five. They’re soft, pre-shrunk, and the fit is perfect whether you’re layering them under something heavier or not. With so, so many colors—you can’t go wrong.

Grab 3 tees and save $10—that’s enough to cover a beer or two at your favorite local spot.

On Cloudvista: Trail runners will never let me down—even when the weather forecast does. That’s why we fully restocked these On runners for the season. They have the technical wizardry to comfortably handle tough terrain, and a sleek design for everyday strollin’.

Check out our full sneaker collection.

My Deep Dive: Combing through our site is actually a big part of my job description (very serious business around here). I always end up rediscovering old favorites or digging up spotlight-worthy styles, like these 👆.

Baracuta G9 Jacket: Iconic is an understatement. This handsome jacket is still made in a small factory in England, just like it was in the ’50s and ’60s when James Dean and Steve McQueen made it famous.

Shop 431+ other new arrivals in our bookmark-worthy Just Landed shop.

Snow Peak Camp Torch: This Japanese-engineered torch from the legends at Snow Peak will get your firepit or bonfire going quick—even if your wood got soaked in a spring shower. Its deceptively simple design gets big results, like everything Snow Peak makes. Now who’s up for some cowboy crème brûlée?

This flame thrower’s just the beginning—shop all camp gear.

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What I'm Binge-ing: Speilberg pictures, baby. Specifically the period from 01’ to ‘04, where he made a blistering six films in four years. Nearly all bangers (The Terminal is a dud!) and two (IMO) masterpieces: AI: Artificial Intelligence and Minority Report. Munich and Catch Me if You Can in there too. Stevie, man. The Master.

What I'm Reading: Danse Macabre, Stephen King’s book on the history and inner-workings of the horror genre and just cracked the first pages on Shirley Jackson’s Haunting of Hill House. Been on a real horror kick lately.

Favorite Spring Cocktail: I don’t drink a whole lot of cocktails. I like a crisp cold one. Sometimes two. And I like when they’re a Pilsner from Austin’s very own Meanwhile Brewing.