Archive for October, 2008

Sorry, we’re a bit behind on posting this but had to put up something purely because this collab is so sick! New York based artist Christopher Wool teams up with supreme for their latest artist series. 3 boards all show casing Christopher Wool’s work available from Supreme from the 2nd Oct… better get a wriggle on!

Go here for more info on the artist.

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Nike Blazer SB’s, a homage to Michael Lau, a dominant force in the world of vinyl figures brings a fresh look to the old blazer!  The collab comes as a box set featuring a vinyl custom box with Michael Lau Figure and t-shirt. One hell of a package… collectability level 11… not sure we’ll see anyone buying these to wear, keep your eyes peeled!!

Source: Kix files

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Ok, so it was innevitible that Nike would enter the snowboot market… and well, doesn’t look like they’ve done a bad job! Here is the latest update, two colourways, catus and blue and black and white. The boot itself is modeled after the famous silhouette of the Nike Air Force One, no official release date yet so more info to follow….

Img source: Aquire mag

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The Matix skate team invades europe on a five stop tour. Riders expected – MJ, Jeron Wilson, McCrank, Beibel, Mike Mo, Tory Pudwill, Lem Villeman,  Danny Brady, JB Gillet, Jesus Fernandez and Kristian Bomholt.

Should be a BANGER so get yourselves down to the respective dates.

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Skullcandy have teamed up with legendary rock band Metallica to create two styles of headphones endorsed by the band. There are two styles, hesh and low rider, which are coloured up using the bands art work from the new album release. These babys are out this month and are super limited so pull your finger out if you want to get hold of any!

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Adidas Skateboarding is proud to announce it’s newest member to the team- Silas Baxter Neal. This Eugene, Oregon native needs no introduction to the skate world. His ability to shred anything in his path with smooth style and pure confidence made him an easy choice to add to the team.

He joins Mark Gonzales, Dennis Busenitz, Tim O’Connor, Silas Baxter-Neal, Benny Fairfax, Nestor Judkins, Dave Bachinsky, Lem Villemin, and Vince del Valle.

For more info checkout – www.adidas.com

Source: Transworld

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Finding inspiration from the board Lance Mountain used in the Bones Brigade Future Primitive video, the legendary duo created their first pair of Nike SB Blazers. The kicks feature suede uppers alongside a vibrant orange and white color scheme. Slated for an October 2008 release, we give you some updated imagery of the sneakers which will be accompanied by matching apparel featuring the artwork of Craig Stecyk.

Source: Hypebeast

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Etnies’ Goofy Vs. Regular went down this weekend at Sole Tech’s Lake Forrest campus. For more photos and information, visit etnies’ official contest site.

OFFICIAL RESULTS

Regular MVP: Chris Cole

Goofy MVP: Justin Figueroa

Zumiez Couch Best Trick:

1. Rodolfo Ramos
Frontside 180 switch krooked grind to frontside half cab out

2. Julien Christinason

Nollie heelflip to feeble grind

3. Cody Davis
Kickflip backside smith to backside 180 out

Source: Transworld

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