Archive for December, 2009
Events

Hurley x Pendleton event

Hurley and Pendleton dropped their exclusive collaboration at Saturday’s surf shop in SoHo and threw a party to celebrate. They did a great job displaying the product, might have to go back and grab a piece.

Skate

Mighty Healthy Welcomes Gino Lannucci


Mighty Healthy is proud to say legendary skateboarder Gino Lannucci has joined their fam. Gino and the folks at Mighty Healthy go wayyy back, so it was a real pleasure for him to be repping Mighty Healthy as well. Words from Mr. Gino himself:

“It’s a real pleasure to be representing Mighty Healthy now. I’ve known Ray
and Denis as far back as grade school so when the opportunity to join forces
was presented, there was no hesitation. I’ve seen the brand grow from day
one and Mighty Healthy is simply real! Denis put me on to Ice Cube’s
Amerikkka’s Most Wanted back in 1990 sitting in science class and I
memorized the whole damn tape! Ray moved from Brooklyn to Long Island
around that time and we¹ve been fam since then. So you see there is history
between us all.” - Gino

Stay tuned and check out Mighty Healthy, for more info on Gino and Might Healthy.

Design, Sneakers

Marc Jacobs Spring 2010 Sneakers


Marc Jacobs has released his images of the 2010 sneaker collection. The line takes a rollercoaster ride in design, because of the mixture of high and low top shoes and sneakers. Here are some of the kicks that caught our attention, and is it us or does the high-top kicks look very familiar?










Releases

Mark Ward for The Wild International

The Wild International, a creative studio and webspace, has just launched their webstore and first piece of original works is now available. The poster art was created for The Wild International by London based artist Mark Ward. Mark has been at the forefront of thought provoking, authentic and genuinely outstanding graphic design and art. Having worked for brands such as Stussy, Gimme5, Nike, Adidas, Burton to name a few Mark’s style and ability has always been instantly recognizable.

This is the first time that Mark has produced a piece of art for a print and The Wild International is proud to be able to offer this poster exclusively.

Details:

A2 poster printed in 135g paper. Limited Edition of 100.

A2 translates into: 42cm (width) × 59.5cm (height) or 16.5 inches x 23.5 inches respectively.

Comes with a The Wild International stamp of approval and authenticity.

The poster is priced at €40 plus shipping

For more inf and to purchase clieck here

Product

Porsche 911 GT3 R and RS (street model)

The Porsche 911 GT3 R will make its world debut on January 14, 2010 at the Birmingham Motor Show. The car is built by Porsche’s Motorsport Department at the Weissach Development Centre. The base price of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is 279,000 Euros (yes Euros, not US dollars)

Even though this vehicle will not hit the U.S. pavement (disclaimer: The new Porsche 911 GT3 R does not meet the current specification requirements and will not be imported to North America) we still felt it was worth of showing, what do you think?

As you probably guessed by now the GT3 R is a straight race car, lucky for you there’s a street legal 911 GT3 RS.

Fun tech talk: An anti-lock brake system (ABS), traction control and an e-gas with “throttle-blip” function make it much easier to get used to this new GT3 racing car than its predecessor, meaning that the new model is also more appropriate for the ambitious amateur racing driver. (ed note: easy sparky)

GT3 RS

Contest, Shopping

Karmaloop + LTD $100 Gift Certificate giveaway

LTD is giving away one $100 gift certificate for Karmaloop.com each week until Christmas. Don’t miss out cause you’re acting like you can’t use it! sign up here.

Events, Product

FLuD Watches event

FLuD watches had a press/VIP event and Mocca lounge in NYC this week. They had Holiday 09 and Spring 10 releases on display plus open bar and appetizers for the guests. Doug and Mel were on hand to walk everyone through the line. Check the video and images from our visit…


Releases, Sneakers

Black Scale x Android Homme video + product

Check the video and images of the Blackscale x Android Homme collaboration.

Releases, Sneakers

NIKE SPORTSWEAR HO09: LUNAR WOOD

Nike has teamed up with Wood Wood to take on lightweight and protection. The result of the collaborative efforts is the Lunar Wood TZ, a lightweight shoe that can keep you dry during the cold and wet winter. The shoe utilizes Nike Running’s innovative Lunarlite material with Dynamic Support technology to deliver an extremely lightweight cushioning system with maximum traction. Jesse Leyva, Nike Sportswear Footwear Design Director adds “For the upper, we took design cues from the original Wildwood Trail shoe and employed a rubberized mudguard along with ripstop nylon to keep feet protected despite harsh outdoor conditions.”

Inspired by Scandinavia’s harsh winter weather, the designers at Wood Wood and Nike wanted to make this a running shoe that combines ultimate protection with a distinct look. “We worked with the Nike design team on color selection, material variations and unique graphics to provide winterized protection against the elements. Whereas the original Nike Wildwood was designed for running in nature, this project is more about the urban landscape. We wanted to bring the shoe into an urban environment. The Lunar Wood TZ is made for the cold and wet nights. Other inspiration comes from combining the world of graffiti and nocturnal expeditions, the empty streets, tunnels, abandoned buildings, and jumping fences,’’ said Brian SS Jensen from Wood Wood. The shoe tongue embroiders Nike Wildwood’s ACG triangle logo with a crescent moon to keep the outdoor spirit. The bright yellow signature “W.W.” is boldly placed only on the left shoe heel. A unique graphic of full moon to eclipse sits on the sockliners.

To further keep feet warm and dry, P2i, Ltd.’s Ionmask™ technology was added by applying a nanoscopic protective polymer layer to the whole shoe, which allows water to form beads and simply roll off, instead of being fully absorbed into the shoe. Ionmask™ gives the shoe, stitching included, a superior water repellence. Shoes dry out quickly and won’t get heavier over time, while maintaining the natural airflow of their constructed material.

The Lunar Wood TZ will be available exclusively at Wood Wood on Dec. 11th following by a global launch at select Nike Sportswear retailers on Dec. 19th, 2009

About Wood Wood Wood Wood are Karl-Oskar Olsen and Brian SS Jensen. Based in Copenhagen, Wood Wood embodies a laid back blend of the underground and the avant-garde. In 2002, they opened the first of its three stores in Copenhagen, and introduced a collection of tees, sweats and hoodies. Over the past few years, an illustrious graphics profile has established Wood Wood as a driving force in the European street couture scene. In addition, Wood Wood actively engages in numerous collaborations and projects involving an international network of friends and likeminded creators.

Shopping, Sneakers

ClassicKicks.Com, Up and Running


Our homie’s at Classic Kicks have officially launched their online store and website today. Check em’ out at Classic Kicks, for a nice range of classic kicks (doh’), and fresh new apparel.

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