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July 11th, 2008
Four old college buddies are on the golf course. One old-timer hits into the trees, and while he’s trying to retrieve his ball, the other three start talking about family. Eventually getting around to bragging on their sons, the first one says, “My son is making so much dough on Wall Street that he could afford to buy a good friend of his a new car.” The next one says, “That’s nothing! My boy is senior partner at his law firm and just bought his friend a new boat.” Next guy says, “My son is the most accomplished neurosurgeon in the nation and just bought his friend a new house.” When the fourth old-timer comes back to the group, he apologizes for taking so long. The other three men (snickering) say, “Yeah, we’ve just been talking about our sons—how’s your boy?” "Well," says the man, "As you know, he's a confirmed bachelor." Laughing, the men say, "That's a real shame." To which the man replies, "No, it's all right, he has great friends. One bought him a car, one bought him a boat, and one just bought him a house!” Forward this issue of PPFM to five buddies, and CC picks@portlandpicksformen.com for a chance to win two rounds of golf at Colwood Golf Club—and bring a good friend! |
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Portland Picks for Men: |
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| 1 | On Golden Wings |
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| 2 | Fortress of Comics Dudes No one wants to feel like a geek, but let's face it, some of us have needs. Like for stories told in colorful stapled publications through sequential frames, and usually involving the words BAM, POW, and THWACK. Fortunately, Cosmic Monkey Comics has come to the rescue by being a laid-back, hip hotspot to satisfy your twisted obsession with comic books. Though it's got a veritable Batcave full of graphic novels, Manga paperbacks, walls of recent comics, and row after row of longboxes filled with back issues, the comparisons with a dank subterranean cavern stop there. Clean, well-lit, and tastefully decorated, Cosmic Monkey may just fool you into thinking that a fascination with spandex-clad men and women beating each other up is perfectly rational and sane. Of course, if you're into the quieter, more personal stories, or the quirkier and more imaginative stuff, that's okay, too; the Monkey doesn't discriminate against indie publications and has one of the best collections in town of offbeat, independent comics. So stow the secret identity and fly on in! Cosmic Monkey Comics |
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| 3 | Tapping the Manna of Beervana For a town so enamored with craft beer, there are precious few bars that actually offer a comprehensive selection of the finest local and regional options. Bailey's Taproom is one of the proud few, an oasis in the middle of downtown Beervana, pouring all the greatest beers you've never heard of before. With twenty always-rotating taps that span the entire West Coast, and a hefty bottle list of beers from across the U.S., Bailey's is your best bet for experimenting with new styles or indulging in your favorite hard-to-find pint. Plus, if you can't narrow your options down to just one beer, they offer sampler trays that allow you to taste any five brews that pique your interest. Best of all, the mellow atmosphere, comfy couches, board games, and outdoor seating reduce the pretension factor to nil. Grab an Imperial pint of whatever looks good and start up a conversation with a stranger—or recruit a group of friends to help you through a couple sampler trays and challenge you to a game of inebriated Connect Four. Bailey's Taproom |
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Courtesy of Jane's Vanity |
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Mandatory Gear: |
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| 1 | One You Keep It's inevitable. Some of us must carry bags/briefcases to work. If you're lucky, you deal with a diverse clientele, affording you the opportunity to own a versatile array of bags to fit any situation. But for the one-bag type, check out national phenom (and local manufacturer) Entermodal. Their stuff deftly says everything you want it to, and nothing you don't, with the kind of craftsmanship that'll have you passing it along to your son on Graduation day. |
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| 2 | For Your Dome Ok, in another example of two pieces of technology, Skullcandy introduces a DJ-style headset with a built-in, detachable MP3 player. Listen to your music wirelessly through 40mm power drivers, or pull the player, slide on the battery pack, and transform it into a mini portable MP3 player for maximum mobility. If you want the hippest possible gear for your cabeza, get the the Marc Frank Montoya 1-gig MP3 Integrated Player Headphone. It’ll blow your mind. |
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| 3 | Power to the People |
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Cascade Lakes Monkey Face Porter Let’s celebrate Oregon Craft Beer Month with the strangely named but quite tasty Monkey Face Porter. It’s a medium-bodied, robust-style Porter with significant roast character from chocolate and black malts. This beer finishes extremely dry with a hint of Willamette Hops, and it’s just plain perfect after a long day at the mountain or on the river. |
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Hip Happenings: |
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| 1 | You Won't Lose Your Shirt in This Deal |
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| 2 | Viva la Revolution |
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| 3 | Got Testosterone? Testosterone is man's lifeblood. Learn how optimal testosterone will increase your energy and metabolism, as well as reignite your libido. You'll also learn how testosterone improves thinking and mood, and prevents rapid aging and chronic disease. Research will be provided, as well as testing and treatment options. There really is something to this… go see for yourself. |
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| 4 | Tee 'Em Up for Charity |
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| 5 | Gentlemen, Start Your Engines |
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Do you have a favorite hangout that we need to write up? Email us at picks@portlandpicksformen.com to let us know what it is |
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