Commuter Checklist
Odds are, you’ll spend more than 300 hours commuting this year. We think that’s a ritual worth refining — something to enjoy, not endure.
Here’s our annual rundown of kit and clobber to upgrade your commute:
A bit of flex in your trouser wear will *change your commuting life*. Just sayin’.
Ruggedly built to wear in, not out, each laptop bag has been hand stitched by lumberjacks in Montana. OK, we made that up — but you get the picture. This ain’t no manbag. Grrrr.
Copenhagen is awash with these when the heavens open. And they will. November is 8 weeks away. We love the classic look and bold colours — and their site is a thing of beauty. Go admire.
Sometimes we just need a lift — and in the age of Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump, the Economist don’t do it for us. Genuinely inspiring stories and beautiful photography to get you motivated for the day ahead.
5. Sapiens: A Brief History of Human Kind
Harari is in the news right now with a new book launch — but if you haven’t, try the one that made his reputation. Endorsed by luminaries like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg, this is some of the most gripping, lyrical non-fiction you’ll ever read. And it explains so much.
6. On Your Phone:
WATCH: the totally compelling ‘Mr Robot’ on Amazon Prime. Download episodes to watch offline, unlike Netflix.
LISTEN: Two new podcasts for you: Malcolm Gladwell’s ‘Revisionist History’ and the ever brilliant Stuff You Should Know.
DO: the new Mimo App — Stop wasting time on Instagram and learn to code on your commute (seriously) with this sensational app. Gamification at its most useful.
In the worst kept technology secret of the decade (how you’ve changed, Apple), the new iPhone will lose its headphone jack on Wednesday. Prepare yourself for this earth-shattering development with these wireless headphones from Beats. Sure, the in-ear ones are more discreet — but we think you solve for comfort when you’re travelling.
These fellas are cutting out the middleman to bring you handmade Italian shoes, without the extortionate price tag. Beautifully branded too. Sounds like a trouser company we know. Sign us up.
Use code SONSOFSPOKE for a 15% discount at Sons of London valid during September.
