Cheers, this newsletter was a delight in the covid doldrums, and it still stops me from doing whatever I should be doing when a new missive arrives in the inbox. Looking forward to many more.
I dare say that you deserve to cash in, and my suggestion is a "The Contender x J. Crew" chino pant, which can be billed as the first pant designed via Substack comments.
It's a constant pleasure to read your work, to listen to you and Michael bicker and banter over nothing and, perhaps more accurately, everything. Truly a joy. This week I launch my publication. Here's to meeting you in stride and reaching similar heights.
ps: you know I read too much Coggins when I quote you among friends and they respond with, "you mean David Goggins, the military guy?" Why run all those miles when you can surf (eBay for "lived in" Belgian loafers)?
You should be very proud of what you have achieved so far with The Contender. Quoting A. J. Liebling: “The only way to write is well and how you do it is your own damn business.”
The Contender and Central Division have been an ongoing great source of discovery and entertainment for me. Thanks David for the enlightenment and enthusiasm. And as a reader who has asked questions about both shorts and black shoes thanks for not canceling my subscription!
Congratulations David! Thanks for writing this. I’ve joined a few months ago and since then have read every archive post and listened to all podcast episodes. This is just a fun little gem on the internet!
Congratulations David and a big thank you for an always enjoyable read during the week! "You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one." SKOL Vikings!
“Ask more of the things you buy and the places you patronize, but in the end ask the most of yourself.” Words to live by! Thanks for making this a great place to read, listen and learn.
Congratulations David! The Contender is beautifully written and serves as a spiritual guide on my journeys (both physical and sartorial) and while I'll never be confident enough to pull off Belgians, I love seeing from those who can!
Haven’t missed an essay or a podcast since subscribing. Your writing and conversation with Michael is always a highlight of my week. Keep up the great work and congratulations on your success.
Cheers, this newsletter was a delight in the covid doldrums, and it still stops me from doing whatever I should be doing when a new missive arrives in the inbox. Looking forward to many more.
I dare say that you deserve to cash in, and my suggestion is a "The Contender x J. Crew" chino pant, which can be billed as the first pant designed via Substack comments.
Crowd-sourced chinos from men who know!
On a sincere note, I have recently gotten into Rubato’s Officer Chino, and I believe they can go toe-to-toe with RRL’s iteration and come out on top.
But even more expensive!
Congrats, David. I should have asked for 10% in perpetuity. Damn it.
Well you were an angel investor in Substack, right?
It's a constant pleasure to read your work, to listen to you and Michael bicker and banter over nothing and, perhaps more accurately, everything. Truly a joy. This week I launch my publication. Here's to meeting you in stride and reaching similar heights.
ps: you know I read too much Coggins when I quote you among friends and they respond with, "you mean David Goggins, the military guy?" Why run all those miles when you can surf (eBay for "lived in" Belgian loafers)?
You should be very proud of what you have achieved so far with The Contender. Quoting A. J. Liebling: “The only way to write is well and how you do it is your own damn business.”
(Nice to have your own damn business as well.)
The Contender and Central Division have been an ongoing great source of discovery and entertainment for me. Thanks David for the enlightenment and enthusiasm. And as a reader who has asked questions about both shorts and black shoes thanks for not canceling my subscription!
Ha! Appreciate it Patrick.
I'm here for the bad beer! Thanks David.
Congratulations David! Thanks for writing this. I’ve joined a few months ago and since then have read every archive post and listened to all podcast episodes. This is just a fun little gem on the internet!
Congratulations David and a big thank you for an always enjoyable read during the week! "You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one." SKOL Vikings!
What a milestone! Congratulations and mazel tov!
“Ask more of the things you buy and the places you patronize, but in the end ask the most of yourself.” Words to live by! Thanks for making this a great place to read, listen and learn.
Thank you David, I know that these newsletters are always something I can look forward to reading each week. Cheers to more in the future!
Congratulations David! The Contender is beautifully written and serves as a spiritual guide on my journeys (both physical and sartorial) and while I'll never be confident enough to pull off Belgians, I love seeing from those who can!
Cheers, David! Grateful to be here with you and to be enriched by your email publication, if still working on the "dashing" piece.
Cheers to 3 years and many more to come, David!
Congratulations David! This newsletter has been a delight, looking forward to more.
Haven’t missed an essay or a podcast since subscribing. Your writing and conversation with Michael is always a highlight of my week. Keep up the great work and congratulations on your success.
-Sam