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- Pando Moto Apex Motorcycle Sneakers Review
Last fall, I dipped my toe into the Pando Moto pond by testing a pair of its Mila Cargo Motorcycle Jeans, which exceeded my expectations and have become a favorite. The brand has recently released its first motorcycle footwear, the Pando Moto Apex Motorcycle Sneakers, and I ordered a pair. The Apex sneakers are all black with a lightning-bolt-shaped piece of leather on the outer side, the Pando Moto logo in leather on the inner side, high ankles, and an attractive lacing pattern. Their casual-wear appearance nicely complements the style of my Pando Moto cargo jeans beautifully. They’re made of 1.8mm-thick dual-combination full-grain and nubuck leather, and the leather is perforated to provide airflow. Leather is well-regarded for its abrasion resistance, and the Apex Sneakers have some extra protection as well. They include D3O ankle protectors, vulcanized rubber soles, and reinforced toe cap and heel counters. The thick foam in the inner lining also helps hold the foot in place in the event of a crash. The Apex Sneakers are rated at CE Level 1 across four testing categories: height, abrasion resistance, impact cut resistance, and transverse rigidity. Out of the box, the shoes felt well-made and durable, and they looked exactly as advertised. The lace pattern looks great but is time-consuming to loosen, with the lace weaving into and out of 18 holes. The pair I ordered fit perfectly, but I had to loosen up the lace nearly all the way down to squeeze my foot in. Once I got my foot in them, I found that the squeeze was a trade-off I could live with, as the shoes felt secure and comfortable. Over the course of a handful of riding days, the leather began breaking in, making it easier to get my foot inside them but still requiring more effort than other motorcycle shoes I’ve tested. While the shoes are stiff, they’re well-padded on the inside, and I haven’t noticed any sore spots on my feet, ankles, or lower legs while wearing them. As a short rider, I also appreciate that they raise my foot about 1.5 inches off the ground, giving me a little extra height that’s helpful when riding bikes with taller seat heights. The tread feels grippy and provides sure footing – another must-have when reaching for the ground. Although I need to factor in a little extra time to unlace these shoes to get them on, I’ve enjoyed wearing them thanks to their quality construction, comfort, and secure feeling and fit. I mostly wear them with my Pando Moto cargo jeans, but they look great with other motorcycle jeans and pants as well. Read all of Rider’s apparel reviews here Made in Portugal, the Pando… [TheTopNews] Read More.12 hours ago - Weis Markets rebounds with strong Q4 driven by ecommerce and pharmacy growth
For the full fiscal year, total revenue grew 3.5% year over year to $4.96 billion [TheTopNews] Read More.13 hours ago - Father, 99, and son, 80, feast on free oysters after cashing in on decades-old r...
For Jimmy Rush, 80 and his father Jim Rush, 99, it was a delectable deal too good to pass up — even if it meant waiting more than half a century to claim. [TheTopNews] Read More.13 hours ago - Pando Moto Onyx 02 Leather Motorcycle Gloves Review
When shopping for new riding gear, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of reviews and technical details about all the features and benefits of various helmets, jackets, pants, and boots. Being able to comfortably and confidently work the hand controls on a motorcycle is essential, so gloves should be considered just as seriously as any other piece of riding gear. My latest pair of gloves are the Pando Moto Onyx 02. They’re constructed of 0.8mm goatskin leather that’s fully perforated, allowing some airflow to keep hands cool. The material feels soft, comfortable, and flexible. The stretch fabric inserts between the fingers and at the cuff are an important part of the gloves’ comfort, making them easy to slide into and out of and allowing fingers to move freely. For as comfortable as the gloves are to wear, they also pack a lot of protection. They’re CE certified at Level 1 and include flexible TPU knuckle guards under the leather. Each finger gets two TPU guards with padding, with a break between the two at the knuckle to allow flexibility. The PU slider on the palm, right where you’d contact the ground when reaching your hand out to brace yourself, doesn’t detract from the gloves’ comfortable feeling. The palm also gets some extra padding. These gloves are great for riding in warm weather due to their perforation and short cuff. I generally prefer a short cuff so I don’t have to spend time layering the cuff over or under my sleeve, and the Onyx’s cuff is slim enough to allow it to easily slip into my sleeve without bunching or snagging. The simple hook-and-loop strap closure is easy to grasp with gloved hands. The gloves also feature touchscreen-compatible conductive faux leather patches at the fingertips of the index finger and thumb, and they work really well. My thumb is a little short, so there’s too much unused fabric at the tip for me to use my thumb with a touchscreen, but the tip of my index finger can easily swipe through my phone without accidental touches. Touchscreen compatibility is not something I need very often, but if your bike has a touchscreen display or you mount your phone to your handlebar for navigation, the convenience of not having to pull off your glove to use the screen is refreshing. Read all of Rider’s apparel reviews here These gloves check all the boxes for me. They’re comfortable, they don’t hinder my hand movement or control at all, and they offer good protection and decent airflow. The Pando Moto Onyx Black 02 motorcycle gloves are available in black or brown in sizes XS-2XL for $123. Shop for Pando Moto… [TheTopNews] Read More.13 hours ago - The Other Iran War Crisis: It’s Threatening Global Food Supplies
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Up until the end of February, a steady flow of ships bound for destinations across the world would pass daily through the Strait of Hormuz. A narrow channel running between Oman and Iran, the waterway serves as the only natural maritime link between the Persian Gulf and the global economy. That all changed on March 2, when, after days of military strikes led by the S and Israel, Iran effectively closed the strait for the first time in history and warned that any ships passing through would be fired upon. Ever since, vessels moving through the channel have been attacked and set ablaze, and hundreds of tankers remain stranded. At least 1,800 people have been killed in the war, including Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other top government officials. The Persian Gulf is a linchpin of the planet’s oil and gas production; normally, roughly one-fifth of global oil and gas flows through the strait. Now, as it remains embattled, oil and gas prices have surged, and many experts warn an energy crisis is imminent. Restaurants across India are scaling back operations and warning of closures amid fuel shortages from the maritime blockade, while cooking gas prices are spiking in Sri Lanka. “The fact that obviously nothing is leaving means that there’s going to be a large hole in the market for fertilizer.” Another world crisis sparked by the war in Iran may also be in the offing. That’s because the region’s oil and gas production has made it one of the world’s leading exporters of nitrogen fertilizers, which are indispensable to the global food system. To produce the chemicals used to grow much of the planet’s crops, natural gas is broken down to extract hydrogen, which is combined with nitrogen to make ammonia, and then mixed with carbon dioxide to make urea. All told, nearly a third of the global trade for nitrogen fertilizer passes through the Strait of Hormuz, while almost half of the world’s sulfur, essential in producing phosphate fertilizers, also travels through the corridor. The waterway is a lifeline for food, too. Palm oil exports coming from Southeast Asia face potential major disruptions. Grain shipments headed to Gulf countries reliant on rice and wheat imports have been stalled. “A worrying amount of food, or inputs into modern agriculture, are going through this very small channel,” said Ginni Braich, a data scientist who studies food insecurity at the University of Colorado Boulder’s Better Planet Laboratory.… [TheTopNews] Read More.13 hours ago
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Last fall, I dipped my toe into the Pando Moto pond by testing a pair of its Mila Cargo Motorcycle Jeans, which exceeded my expectations and have become a favorite. The brand has recently released its first motorcycle footwear, the Pando Moto Apex Motorcycle Sneakers, and I ordered a pair. The Apex sneakers are all black with a lightning-bolt-shaped piece of leather on the outer side, the Pando Moto logo in leather on the inner side, high ankles, and an attractive lacing pattern. Their casual-wear appearance nicely complements the style of my Pando Moto cargo jeans beautifully. They’re made of 1.8mm-thick dual-combination full-grain and nubuck leather, and the leather is perforated to provide airflow. Leather is well-regarded for its abrasion resistance, and the Apex Sneakers have some extra protection as well. They include D3O ankle protectors, vulcanized rubber soles, and reinforced toe cap and heel counters. The thick foam in the inner lining also helps hold the foot in place in the event of a crash. The Apex Sneakers are rated at CE Level 1 across four testing categories: height, abrasion resistance, impact cut resistance, and transverse rigidity. Out of the box, the shoes felt well-made and durable, and they looked exactly as advertised. The lace pattern looks great but is time-consuming to loosen, with the lace weaving into and out of 18 holes. The pair I ordered fit perfectly, but I had to loosen up the lace nearly all the way down to squeeze my foot in. Once I got my foot in them, I found that the squeeze was a trade-off I could live with, as the shoes felt secure and comfortable. Over the course of a handful of riding days, the leather began breaking in, making it easier to get my foot inside them but still requiring more effort than other motorcycle shoes I’ve tested. While the shoes are stiff, they’re well-padded on the inside, and I haven’t noticed any sore spots on my feet, ankles, or lower legs while wearing them. As a short rider, I also appreciate that they raise my foot about 1.5 inches off the ground, giving me a little extra height that’s helpful when riding bikes with taller seat heights. The tread feels grippy and provides sure footing – another must-have when reaching for the ground. Although I need to factor in a little extra time to unlace these shoes to get them on, I’ve enjoyed wearing them thanks to their quality construction, comfort, and secure feeling and fit. I mostly wear them with my Pando Moto cargo jeans, but they look great with other motorcycle jeans and pants as well. Read all of Rider’s apparel reviews here Made in Portugal, the Pando… [TheTopNews] Read More.
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For the full fiscal year, total revenue grew 3.5% year over year to $4.96 billion [TheTopNews] Read More.
13 hours ago
For Jimmy Rush, 80 and his father Jim Rush, 99, it was a delectable deal too good to pass up — even if it meant waiting more than half a century to claim. [TheTopNews] Read More.
13 hours ago
When shopping for new riding gear, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of reviews and technical details about all the features and benefits of various helmets, jackets, pants, and boots. Being able to comfortably and confidently work the hand controls on a motorcycle is essential, so gloves should be considered just as seriously as any other piece of riding gear. My latest pair of gloves are the Pando Moto Onyx 02. They’re constructed of 0.8mm goatskin leather that’s fully perforated, allowing some airflow to keep hands cool. The material feels soft, comfortable, and flexible. The stretch fabric inserts between the fingers and at the cuff are an important part of the gloves’ comfort, making them easy to slide into and out of and allowing fingers to move freely. For as comfortable as the gloves are to wear, they also pack a lot of protection. They’re CE certified at Level 1 and include flexible TPU knuckle guards under the leather. Each finger gets two TPU guards with padding, with a break between the two at the knuckle to allow flexibility. The PU slider on the palm, right where you’d contact the ground when reaching your hand out to brace yourself, doesn’t detract from the gloves’ comfortable feeling. The palm also gets some extra padding. These gloves are great for riding in warm weather due to their perforation and short cuff. I generally prefer a short cuff so I don’t have to spend time layering the cuff over or under my sleeve, and the Onyx’s cuff is slim enough to allow it to easily slip into my sleeve without bunching or snagging. The simple hook-and-loop strap closure is easy to grasp with gloved hands. The gloves also feature touchscreen-compatible conductive faux leather patches at the fingertips of the index finger and thumb, and they work really well. My thumb is a little short, so there’s too much unused fabric at the tip for me to use my thumb with a touchscreen, but the tip of my index finger can easily swipe through my phone without accidental touches. Touchscreen compatibility is not something I need very often, but if your bike has a touchscreen display or you mount your phone to your handlebar for navigation, the convenience of not having to pull off your glove to use the screen is refreshing. Read all of Rider’s apparel reviews here These gloves check all the boxes for me. They’re comfortable, they don’t hinder my hand movement or control at all, and they offer good protection and decent airflow. The Pando Moto Onyx Black 02 motorcycle gloves are available in black or brown in sizes XS-2XL for $123. Shop for Pando Moto… [TheTopNews] Read More.
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This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Up until the end of February, a steady flow of ships bound for destinations across the world would pass daily through the Strait of Hormuz. A narrow channel running between Oman and Iran, the waterway serves as the only natural maritime link between the Persian Gulf and the global economy. That all changed on March 2, when, after days of military strikes led by the S and Israel, Iran effectively closed the strait for the first time in history and warned that any ships passing through would be fired upon. Ever since, vessels moving through the channel have been attacked and set ablaze, and hundreds of tankers remain stranded. At least 1,800 people have been killed in the war, including Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other top government officials. The Persian Gulf is a linchpin of the planet’s oil and gas production; normally, roughly one-fifth of global oil and gas flows through the strait. Now, as it remains embattled, oil and gas prices have surged, and many experts warn an energy crisis is imminent. Restaurants across India are scaling back operations and warning of closures amid fuel shortages from the maritime blockade, while cooking gas prices are spiking in Sri Lanka. “The fact that obviously nothing is leaving means that there’s going to be a large hole in the market for fertilizer.” Another world crisis sparked by the war in Iran may also be in the offing. That’s because the region’s oil and gas production has made it one of the world’s leading exporters of nitrogen fertilizers, which are indispensable to the global food system. To produce the chemicals used to grow much of the planet’s crops, natural gas is broken down to extract hydrogen, which is combined with nitrogen to make ammonia, and then mixed with carbon dioxide to make urea. All told, nearly a third of the global trade for nitrogen fertilizer passes through the Strait of Hormuz, while almost half of the world’s sulfur, essential in producing phosphate fertilizers, also travels through the corridor. The waterway is a lifeline for food, too. Palm oil exports coming from Southeast Asia face potential major disruptions. Grain shipments headed to Gulf countries reliant on rice and wheat imports have been stalled. “A worrying amount of food, or inputs into modern agriculture, are going through this very small channel,” said Ginni Braich, a data scientist who studies food insecurity at the University of Colorado Boulder’s Better Planet Laboratory.… [TheTopNews] Read More.
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