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Jason Thielke + Hecklewood: Toxic Show

Posted on March 15, 2007 Under Art

For all of you who will be in the Portland, OR area in the next month or so, Jason Thielke-- who's an esteemed member of the Spear Collective, and a virtual fixture on JoshSpear.com, will be showing his work at…

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QTires: Studly, Yet Not

Posted on March 14, 2007 Under Gadgetry

A few weeks ago, I told you about the Microbit walnut shell tires from Toyo, and how they provide stud-less traction via millions of sharp walnut shell pieces embedded in the tread of the tire. Having studs is great during…

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Endo Magnet Clip

Posted on March 14, 2007 Under Gadgetry

I have to admit, I'm a little skeptical of the Endo Clip at first glance, but intrigued at the same time. It's purported to mimic the clipping action of an ordinary magnetic clip via a strong one-piece silicone magnet-- a…

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Kevin Tong: The Silent Years

Posted on March 13, 2007 Under Art

Freelance illustrator Kevin Tong, 23 years young and hailing from the 'LBC,' has my curiosity peaked with his graphic novel called The Silent Years. Kevin will be the first to admit that it's a work in progress, as it remains…

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Blue Oyster Cult + Elephant Hunter: San Francisco

Posted on March 13, 2007 Under Music

Man o man I wish I could be in SF for this show. On March 22nd at 8 P.M., Blue Oyster Cult will be returning to one of the birth places of modern Rock & Roll: Slim's in San Francisco.…

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Pattern Recognition: The Film

Posted on March 13, 2007 Under Art

Some of you may have read William Gibson's novel Pattern Recognition (it was released in 03), but did you know that it is slated to be turned into a film, to be released in 2008? Directing honors went to Peter…

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Riottt: High Five Skate Video Contest

Posted on March 12, 2007 Under Life

The folks behind Riott, which is a network geared toward the urban lifestyle (online music festivals, street fashion, urban sports, etc) are conducting a skate video contest. Aptly named 'High Five', they're encouraging people to submit 2-5 minute clips; starting…

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Option-G: New Designs, News

Posted on March 12, 2007 Under Design

Design minds Cole Gerst and crew at Option-G in L.A. are continuing their quest with a new release of 17 mostly enviro-angled t-shirt designs for their Spring/Summer 2007 line. We've been impressed with their designs for some time now, and…

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RefillSeven Laser Deck Show

Posted on March 12, 2007 Under Design

I understood that skateboard decks play host to some amazing design work, but the decks I've seen that are going to be showcased in RefillSeven's Laser Deck Skateboard Show are making me drool. The show consists of deck designs from…

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GRNappletree

Posted on March 12, 2007 Under Fashion

Designer Luis Antonio has been crafting some pretty unique clothes for L.A. based GRNappletree-- they make a broad range of gear, including t-shirts, hoodies ('Maze' and 'Tangerine' shown here), bags, hats, and denim. According to the brand, their roots are…

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