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Wednesday June 10, 2009

NEW & NOTEWORTHY BLOGS EXPERT ADVICE ROBB RECOMMENDS

Glass Panels for Legacy Citations Older aircraft are a bargain these days, but if the cockpit panel has old-style “steam gauge” instruments, it can be a challenge to upgrade to today’s fully integrated all-glass computerized gear. It will soon be easier, however, for owners of older Cessna Citation jets. More Weekend Wanderer The new Back Cove 37 has the same rugged, handsome looks of its smaller siblings, but the twin-stateroom layout makes it a comfortable cruiser. More The World Offers Golf Excursions The World, the private residential community aboard a luxury yacht, is offering two- and three-week golf voyages this summer. More Ural’s Decidedly Distinctive Sidecar Ural’s early reputation for iffy reliability came from their insistence on manufacturing every last nut and bolt in-house. More Somba Mezcal Agave aficionados are expanding their horizons, thanks in no small part to three gringos: Master sommelier Richard Betts, contemporary art collector Dennis Scholl, and wine-producer Charles Bieler (Three Thieves Winery in Sonoma, Calif). More Bike to Boardroom London’s Savile Row is known for its tailored clothing, not cycling gear. So when Rapha, the British brand known for its premium cycling clothing, approached bespoke tailor Timothy Everest about collaborating on a suit for the environmentally conscious gentleman who bikes to work, the suit maker saw an intriguing challenge. More Maserati’s Limited Edition Package Gregg Ruth Ruby & Sapphire Necklaces Romeo y Julieta Museum Edition Humidor