Posted in about ben, journeys / adventures, photography on Sep 19th, 2008
I’ve recently reconnected with an old friend, Tom Kay (top pic, far right), via an article in Monocle magazine (as you do!). For your interest the article was about the company his behind Finisterre Technical Apparel based in the UK.
Anyway, back in 1994 Tom and I travelled to Chile with Operation Raleigh (now called [...]
Posted in film / movies, graffiti / street art, journeys / adventures, photography on Jul 28th, 2008
It was my birthday last week and as a surprise Rach flew me to Melbourne for MIFF.
MIFF stands for Melbourne international film festival. I forgot how much I love Melbourne. Intimate bars, incredible food and interesting individuals from all walks of life.
Didn’t do nearly enough, but we had a good go. Saw just [...]
Posted in about ben, collaborate / participate, journeys / adventures, social on Mar 19th, 2008
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Posted in journeys / adventures, photography, whatever on Dec 3rd, 2007
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Originally uploaded by keep left.
Image capture from one of the webcams onboard the Nordnorge, a couple of minutes after SkyNews reported the existance of the webcams.
Shortly after this, the Nordnorge appeared to turn such that all three cams were pointing away from the action. The Associated Press grabbed this image also and used it with [...]
Posted in cycling, journeys / adventures on Jun 27th, 2006
The most active members of the Activity Club finally broke out of the non-action of winter. Tyres pumped, chains tensioned and minds focussed we gave sail from Circular Quay to Manly, where we’d take on the mighty Manly Dam!
Posted in journeys / adventures on Jan 19th, 2006
Whilst in New Zealand for New Year, I made the decision to do a Canyon Swing. I’ve always been keen to do a bungy jump, but over the years I’ve become slightly hesitant about it - mainly due to the prospect of my eyes popping out and other horror stories I’ve been told.
Anyway, the Canyon [...]
Posted in journeys / adventures on Jan 6th, 2006
thank you…
Originally uploaded by benhamin.
To the hundred’s (hi Mum!) of people that read my ramblings, you may have noted a decline in inspiration and linkage.
Well I’ve been on a bit of an adventure to NZ, hooking up with a great friend Titus and my new best friend Carrie (his love).
Mountains were the theme, whether [...]
Posted in journeys / adventures, whatever on Dec 11th, 2005
Originally uploaded by benhamin.
Great weekend had by all… more photos coming soon.
Posted in journeys / adventures, whatever on Dec 6th, 2005
Fabric called d3o (dee-three-oh) becomes rigid on impact, protecting the wearer. A Swiss company called Ribcap are planning to execute it in a number of snowsport applications. Read more about it on Live Science.
My stab-proof, ballistic nylon parka (by Vexed Generation) would be perfectly complimented by a d3o hat!
Posted in journeys / adventures, whatever on Dec 3rd, 2005
Remember SETI@home? Well this works on the same principles of distributed computing, but instead of trying to decipher extraterrestrial communications, the connected computing power aims to study the causes, distribution, and control of malaria.
Its not ready yet, but CERN and others are working hard to get it finished, if you have the skills and want [...]
Posted in journeys / adventures, whatever on Nov 28th, 2005
This is a cool timelapse of the Panama Canal Miraflores Locks, 1 week compressed into 11 minutes. Referenced by Future Feeder, sourced from Boing Boing.
Posted in cycling, journeys / adventures on Nov 19th, 2005
I try to cycle to work as often as I can (2-3 times a week)…
Sydney is a beautiful place to live, and lends itself to outdoor escapades – however the majority of drivers are on another planet - I believe that the perception of me riding a bike is the fact that ‘I can’t [...]
Posted in journeys / adventures on Nov 11th, 2005
Ok, ok… its not a real spaceship.
But it is next to public toilets in the middle of the outback.
Coober Pedy to be exact, to check out more pics from the journey - click the image.
Posted in journeys / adventures on Nov 11th, 2005
This is nuts, true adventure stylee: Fabien Cousteau (son of the great Jaques) has built a Great White Shark Submarine.
I originally read about it in the National Geo Adventure magazine, but there’s a good article on Wired too.
There’s just enough room to get a diver inside, then you swim around with Great Whites [...]