Tommy and Billy on L-R-G??

The question marks are in my head. I remember very clearly when L-R-G first started. Back before they were "underground" and no one outside of the underground hip hop community and skateboarders in the LA/OC area have heard about. Billy Marks rips but it's "strange" to see him get picked up by a clothing company that was hip-hop underground that sponsored the likes of Talib Kweli, Reakwon, Kanye West and Bun B to name a few. It's evident that L-R-G has twisted off the hip hop path into more of a hesh crowd by picking up Tommy and Billy. I think its creative though.

The Next Best Thing

Last month I got a shipment of Vans Old Skool Re-issue 92's (sorry been lagging on the posts). A few posts ago I blogged a "Remember when" post about how Vans used to be made in USA and the quality of the shoes were so much better. Well, these 92' reissues are the closest that you or I will ever get to those again. For those that were born in the 90's, I'm sorry you didn't get to experience this awesomeness.

If you're wondering what the difference between the regular old skools and these 92, Re-issues are, well, to sum it up in one word; Quality. The 92' Re-issues are done by the Vault crew which in my opinion make the best quality Vans shoes than any of the other Vans groups. The uppers, sole and cut are perfect (never sloppy like the other general Vans) not to mention the nostalgic aspect of the shoes.

The black/white old skool re-issues were created in a pack to commemorate Ray Barbee's career in skateboarding in conjunction with Vans footwear throughout the 20 years of their relationship. These Vans old skools are a one of Ray's favorite shoes to the specifications of that time, the early 90's. Even the box gets the re-issued flare.


The navy/white old skools gets the Supreme NY twist in form of snake. It's just like that pepsi and mountain dew throwback, they don't make them like they used to. Let me add to my statement and say they don't make them as good as they used to. Peace.

Lakai Cairo 2 Select X RVCA Limited

This summer Cairo Foster and Lakai releases a limited edition Cairo Select 2 to commemorate the long relationships between Cairo Foster, RVCA apparel and Lakai footwear. The sleek black suede upppers with the vulcanized sole look like they're ready to rip right out the box. Check out the new Cairo Foster "happy feet" commercial too. peace

Vans X Supreme part deux

Vans has their hands full this year and with all the work and product being thrown out you'd think they'd give me a job, especially since I literally live down the street from HQ here.
This is the second round of Vans we've seen from Supreme this year and from the looks of the shoes, I'd say it's the worst ones yet. This is just my opinion. Two models are released in the form of the Sk8 mid and the Era. Each model feature bleached denim uppers and one with no bleach.

Vans Spit Fire!

This year, Vans team up with what I think is the best skateboard wheels company in the game, Spitfire. These two heavy hitters in the skate game will be producing an assortment of tees, accessories and shoes (no word on collabo wheels yet).
Here's a preview of the 3 shoes getting the Spitfire "flare".

Chukka Low: In my opinion one of the dopest new classics in the Vans arsenal. Clean, comfy and effective. Red uppers and all white midsole with Spitfire hangtags.


Era Pro: My second favorite Vans model after the Old Skool. Beefed up tuff-suede upper material makes it pro. Spitfire tags with all white midsoles.


AV6: AVE's got 6 pro models? already? It's beefed up version of the Old Skool that will not blow out on you in two sessions. Black on all white midsoles.


Keep an eye out on these to hit skate shops and Vans shops @ the mall. Mall grab!!

Collin Callsen Nike Zoom P-Rod 3 @ Nike.com

A partnership between Doernbecher Children's Hospital and Nike, Doernbecher Freestyle are Nike shoes designed by kids being treated for life-threatening conditions. Each design expresses personal messages about their life, experiences and hopes for the future. An empowering creative opportunity, it also helps to raise funds for the hospital. Collin's Zoom Air Paul Rodriguez 3 Shoe is a tribute to some of his favorite things including hunting, dirt bikes, skulls and playing pool.

Designed by Collin Callsen, age 11, of Stayton, Oregon
100% of Nike's profits from the Doernbecher Freestyle Collection benefit programs at Doernbecher Children's Hospital, the premier pediatric medical center serving Oregon, Southwest Washington and the surrounding region.

These limited edition P-Rod 3's are available at Nike.com for $57! Hurry up and buy. You're due for some new kicks and you'll feel 10x better knowing you helped the cause. Get your roll on.

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