Well done David, it's a big achievement in an over crowded space but your and Michael's take on things is head and shoulders above... and you guys always manage to make it feel like we're in the bar with you and part of the conversation.
Happy 6th, Coggs. Imagine how clever I felt sharing your recent NYT piece to other friends of mine who were like, who the hell is this guy? I love it when others, like you and Michael, do the heavy lifting with wit and insouciance, yet thoughtful turn of phrase.
Always so excited when I see a new post. You’ve brought a much needed kind, civil and fun community to the otherwise bleak internet. Congrats to you and thanks for such great content.
You’re welcome. And just as an aside. Had the chance to finish the print edition summer poolside today and it was just great. Every article is fantastic.
The Contender is a delight. It encourages us, expands our sense of style, offers travel tips and summaries of your travel logs, and rouses a good laugh now and then. David, your sharp wit is the icing on the cake. I traveled to Estancia Arroyo Verde in Argentina with my sons earlier this year- a magical place that I would never have known about had I not been reading The Contender. That alone is worth exponentially more than the annual subscription. Keep writing and traveling and giving us guidance on better enjoying the world we live in, and, of course, dressing the part along the way. Salud!
Congratulations on Six Years! I am very new to the Substack world, but originally heard of you years ago in a Huckberry article I think it was? Either way, love the content here so much and the books. I essentially always have the Contender open on a tab while here at my work computer (don't tell my boss who also wears shorts). Really good stuff and happy to be here. Thank you!
Congrats and thanks David- been along since the beginning and still always excited to see a new Contender post among the infinite Substacks we have today!
Congratulations on The Contender turning six and thank you for all of the wisdom you've shared with us David!
The subscription is worth every penny!
Thanks Chip!
Well done David, it's a big achievement in an over crowded space but your and Michael's take on things is head and shoulders above... and you guys always manage to make it feel like we're in the bar with you and part of the conversation.
Here's to the next 6!
Thanks as always Mick!
I still refuse to roll a bag if I can help it .
We're the last holdouts, Aaron!
Congratulations and thank you! A lot of inspiration. Salud 🥂
Thanks Peter. Can’t wait to see you down in 🇦🇷🇦🇷
I've been an avid reader (and listener) since the start, so a huge thank you. It's my only Substack subscription.
Thanks Stephen!
Happy 6th, Coggs. Imagine how clever I felt sharing your recent NYT piece to other friends of mine who were like, who the hell is this guy? I love it when others, like you and Michael, do the heavy lifting with wit and insouciance, yet thoughtful turn of phrase.
Thanks Stephen!
Always so excited when I see a new post. You’ve brought a much needed kind, civil and fun community to the otherwise bleak internet. Congrats to you and thanks for such great content.
Thanks Gregory!
You’re welcome. And just as an aside. Had the chance to finish the print edition summer poolside today and it was just great. Every article is fantastic.
Congratulations on six! Now just waiting on the post about Fly Fishing with a Dress Code.
Ha! We’ll see.
Congrats David. Love reading all your writing.
Congratulations David! Thank you, a pleasure to read.
Thanks Jeff!
The Contender is a delight. It encourages us, expands our sense of style, offers travel tips and summaries of your travel logs, and rouses a good laugh now and then. David, your sharp wit is the icing on the cake. I traveled to Estancia Arroyo Verde in Argentina with my sons earlier this year- a magical place that I would never have known about had I not been reading The Contender. That alone is worth exponentially more than the annual subscription. Keep writing and traveling and giving us guidance on better enjoying the world we live in, and, of course, dressing the part along the way. Salud!
Thanks Trip! If you made it to Arroyo Verde then my work is done here!
Congratulations on Six Years! I am very new to the Substack world, but originally heard of you years ago in a Huckberry article I think it was? Either way, love the content here so much and the books. I essentially always have the Contender open on a tab while here at my work computer (don't tell my boss who also wears shorts). Really good stuff and happy to be here. Thank you!
Ha! Thanks Seth.
6 years and just getting started. Cheers! Coming up with content can be challenging and you’ve done it well.
Thanks Tobias!
Congratulations on 6 years! I never miss a newsletter!
Thanks Patrick!
After six years, still and always a favorite in my inbox, that I never fail to open and read! Congratulations and thank you.
Thanks Steven!
Congrats and thanks David- been along since the beginning and still always excited to see a new Contender post among the infinite Substacks we have today!
Thanks!