Four + One Blog

Where the search for a well-rounded existence can stretch its legs.

If you’re new to the blog, here are a few things to get you started. The game behind the name tells the tale of where the name 4+1 originated. Here's a series on my philosophy on work. We've got a running series called What Three Guys Think and you can listen to my appearance on The Quasi-Glamourous Life podcast. Enjoy.

Dispatch from Dodgertown: A Call For Help, Ah-ooooooh!

In case you are wondering, the last word of the title should be pronounced as so:
Wolf Howl-short
—–> This t-shirt will make more sense later in the blog, but you still won’t want to buy it.
I have a belief that we as spectators can play a part in the outcome of a sporting event. I know [...]

Three Songs You Should Hear (Again?): It’s Time to Rock

Sometimes, you just need to hear something that is going to make your foot tap, your blood flow, make you pretend to play the drums no matter your lack of actual experience in the endeavor. This weekend, with the sunshine and warmth presumably dwindling, seems like a perfect time to get out and go for [...]

Netflix – Making My (POPUP) Life Easier

There is a new series we’re starting here on the blog called “Mr. Grumpy Pants Has the Floor”. Written by Director of Client Services Andrew Pugmire, this series allows him to respond to all the things in the world that bother him. Here is the first entry:
Mr. Grumpy Pants is a name that was given [...]

WANT: Saddleback Leather Messenger Bag

The Our Legacy Postman bag I wrote about a while back has some serious competition for my envy these days.
I was turned on to this company, Saddleback Leather, through a Rivendell Owner’s discussion group.
A number of items caught my eye.
The wallets all seem to be a great value. I’ve been needing a new wallet, so [...]

Kelty Makes a Great Backpack

As has been noted by a few friends of this blog, I enjoy a good bag. I even carry one in situations where most men don’t. For example, everywhere. I figured a change of pace is a good thing so today I’m posting a picture of a backpack.
I was helping a friend load up his [...]

Bike Commuter Challenge

The Bicycle Transportation Alliance in Portland has called September ‘Bike to Work Month’ and issued the Bike Commute Challenge. After some heated discussions and much friendly persuasion, the entire Four + One team has agreed to participate. One member has been dubbed Mr. Grumpy Pants due to his grouchy responses and grandfatherly stubbornness, but he’s [...]

Got ‘Em

Kicking Mule Workshop 2010s. Those are my jeans. Many have accused me of overanalyzing it and caring too much. The word obsession was tossed around. I finally made a purchase.
Here they are. Let the journey begin.

News From the Desk @ Four + One

Last week was one of our most successful b here at Four + One. I’d like to thank everyone who read and commented. I find progress on this blog is made incrementally, but it is a great journey to be on. Thank you for making it worthwhile to click “Publish”, however anxious I may be [...]

WANT: Pendleton Bag

I’ve been looking for a good doctor-style bag lately. There are some great options out there. I just got word that these bags are over at Lizard Lounge in PDX. I’m loving what Pendleton is doing with this. Does it remind anyone else of the movie What’s Up, Doc?
I hope Pendleton Woolen Mills is going [...]

Three Songs You Should Hear (Again?): French Edition

It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of France. For one reason or another that great country has been on my mind lately and today I’ve gone with the French theme.
To start off, we’ve got the First Lady of France herself, Mrs. Carla Bruni-Sarkozy. The title song off her album from back when she [...]