Not convinced?

This goes to all non-believers, that are still on the fence about those ATC2s....



When they hit Baltimore...Cats had better clear a path! Copped!!!

(pics courtesy of Niketalk & my homie five30)

Agassis.....

Nike released the air tech challenges (Andre Agassi) during the summer of 07', and in my opinion ruined a classic shoe. This year they're set to release the air tech challenges 2, my favorite pair of Agassis.

After tons of complaints were posted by sneakerheads all across the country, it would appear that Nike get's the message. This time Nike has given us an exact retro. Pics of my man Ty (Leaders in Chicago) wearing a sampled pair, has surfaced all over the net. Check the matching Leaders1354 fitted, too. And just in, I'm hearing that the ATC2s have dropped at Proper. I need to hold my size down...asap!

Peep the pics below to understand what the craze is about. Nike seldom does anything right anymore. but when they do......piff, piff!!!






(pics courtesy of proper & solediction.com)

More Vans Vaults...

The upcoming 2008 Fall/Winter collection from Vans' more exclusive Vault collection has me waiting in anticipation. This mini collection focuses on materials such as ostrich and croc skin. Some of the new styles which are also set to debut includes a re-worked Half-Cab and hybrid releases among others.

Pictured below are the stash pocket Sk8 His. I like, I like!!!




(pics courtesy of Fresh Azimiz)

Terrorist Do Coke...

My man Arcieri Kiness just dropped his much overdue mixtape. Baltimore flavor without all that excess bullshit you might hear on the local radio.

Plus it's free!!! Download it now...What ya waiting for?!



(ARCIERI KENESS - TERRORIST DO COKE)

http://www.zshare.net/download/90501201ce179b/

copy and paste the link....ENJOY!!

IT'S OFFICIAL...

KICKIN' IT IN THE CITY!

Featuring Brad Piff & Arcieri Keness...

THAT B'MORE SWAG RETURNS, REAL SOON!

Paul Smith impresses...

I've been waiting for quite a while for this sneaker. Ever since acquiring the Paul Smith "stripes" Chukkas from Vans Vault line, I've been hearing buzzes about a Sk8 Hi also bearing Paul Smith's name. Here is the new Vans SK8-HI LX which is supposedly inspired by the British fashion designer. This sneaker which has a predominately brown colorway has the playful Paul Smith inspired stripe pattern on the inner lining as well as the tag. Earth tone has never looked sooo good.

Vans doing it right, again and again!!!

(Peep the pics...courtesy of FLAUGE)

I Luv Japan...

As part of their spring/summer Heartful collection, Mastermind Japan collaborated with Japan street wear brand "Over the Stripes" on these high tops. Chuck Taylor inspired...I could pull these off with no problem. The Japanese have all the fun....

Now I just need a lil' help snagging a pair or two. Oh well...

(pics courtesy of MashKulture)

Guess What?

WE'RE BACK!!!

Spring 08'...Stay tuned.......

More Fixies...

While browsing my favorite sneaker forum "offthewallsite.com", I stumbled across pics of these beauties. Vans Sk8 Hi and Mountain Editions co.jp (Fixie Editions) recently acquired by the homie Crisone. WOW...just look at the quality. I am sooooo envious. Like I said before...I need a japan connect like asap!!!

Vans...Your doing your U.S. customers wrong.






(pics courtesy of offthewallsite.com)

The Wire...Comes To An End

I've been sitting here for the last hour and half glued to the TV. My telephone goes unanswered, my daughter get's ignored, nothing else matters!!! I must absorb every second of the final episode of my favorite show, HBO's The Wire. And now that it's over....I'm still just sitting here trying to gather my emotions. I can't believe this it it. No more McNulty, no more Lester, no more Bubbles, no more Lt. Daniels, no more Marlo, no more Omar (eye's tear up), no more Chris & Snoop, no more nothing. DAMN!!!

Residing in west Baltimore, I'm sooo familiar with the ills of my city. But the ills help give Baltimore character...as no city is perfect. The Wire put emphasis on a lot of struggles that inner city youths go thru. It showed drug dealing, drug use and abuse, and the unapologetic violence that exist in the streets. It shined a bright light on politics in Baltimore showing the inner workings, deals, and hustles. Yes...hustle and poli-tricks! The police department and the officers that were featured were either loathed or admired because they were "real", with all their faults. Naw...Miami Vice this shit ain't, just real police work with little rewards. The Wire will always be considered "different" TV. It's one of the few television programs that was so hard edged that either you loved it, or you just couldn't relate.

Trust me when I tell you that all loose ends are tied up. No fairy tale ending...but an ending never the less. (Fuck that Soprano shit!) I won't spoil anything for all those that haven't watched the conclusion yet. I'll just say I was pleased. The bad guys (Marlo and his crew) walked the 3 roads most traveled by their kind. Some of them received time, some of them didn't, and some caught dirt naps. (clapping) But in the end...the game will continue. Both Mike and Dookie's destinies were fullfilled, and I can't say I didn't see both coming. Bubbles showed that change can happen if you really want it (One of the most positive aspects of the season). I love Andre Royo's character. And finally, the emphasis on truth telling and having a clear conscience was made loud and clear all throughout the episode. (McNulty, Was it worth it?)

Well...The Wire has come to an end. All 5 seasons will be remembered as classic, that Baltimore swag (YA"HEARD ME!). But I can't help but think that the story, the message could have endured much longer.

Japanese Exclusives....

While making my usual rounds around town...I happen to stop at my favorite local boutique, Shop/Gentei. After chillin' and chatting it up with a few of my peeps inside, Oliver brought out a couple of japanese exclusive Vans from his stash. At first glance, all I could say was...SHIT! I wish I had a japan connect. I witnessed a pair of Sk8 Hi's in a orange/pink/purple colorway that was fire! I'm upset with myself for not taking a pic to post. Oliver also showed us an Era (Fixie Edition) in a white/black colorway that had a messenger bag leather material on the side. Piff!!!

I never knew (but I should have) that Japan received their own exclusive colorways in Vans that the U.S. would never see. Once again it shows how style and creativity are on another level when it comes to the japanese and their fashion sense. Fuck Bape and the fruity stuff if you want...but as a whole (fashion wise), their fusion of apparel and lifestyle still reigns supreme. One of these days we might begin to catch up.

Anyways...Enjoy the Vans Era (Fixie Edition)




(Pics taken with I-Phone)

Nike 08' Year of the Dunk?

In 2007...Nike called itself paying homage to the Air Force One by dedicating the entire year to the shoe's 25th anniversary. The anniversary was celebrated with Nike releasing tons of Air Force Ones in wack ass colorways...one after the next after the next. Save for a few good drops (Bobbito Hi's anyone?), in my opinion it was a disaster!

Now for 2008...Nike plans on doing the same thing to another of it's most popular shoes, the Dunk. This year, Nike is dedicated to showing the history of the Dunk and spotlighting some of it's best colorways. That's the good part...here's the bad. Nike plans to drop hordes of awful colorways (the more multi the better) for everyone to purchase...nasty ass leather tongues and all. They've even given out special ugly colorways to certain cities. (New York, Los Angelos, Chicago etc...) The only good colorways I've spotted so far were the "Be True To Your School" pack, but Nike ruined this also by making it a limited release and giving each shoe an old "distress" look. WHY?!!!!

Oh well, money saved by me. By the way, here are some pics of a few Dunks that I already own. Nice simple but classic colorways...done right! (Mesh tongues on all of them ya'heard me!)

Nike...You figure it out!!!

Hidden Jewels...

(This goes out to you Sneakerheads)

Ain't it a sweet feeling when you dig thru those many boxes of sneakers...and you discover a pair that hasn't seen the light of day in a long time. Well...that's what happened to me this evening. While checking my stock, I noticed a pair of Nike Terminators that I purchased almost 5 years ago on sale...that I might have last worn 4 years ago. The Terminators in question were the Boston Celtic colorway from Nike's throwback jersey campaign. Wow...Remember when cats wore throwbacks?

Now you'll notice that these "hidden jewels" of mine are different compared to what other sneakerheads may consider "jewels". The Nike Terminators in question were a general release drop, nothing limited. Nothing too hard or expensive to cop. Just a nice quality shoe, in my opiinion. Nice colorway (Even thou I'm a Lakers fan), nice leather where it's suppose to be, and an helluva' nice mesh tongue!!! That's all I ask for in a quality high-top.

Nike....take notes. Quality over Hype!

Stussy DC Chapter...

(pics courtesy of Shuman15)

For all those needing a late pass....Yes, Stussy has a store in the nation's capitol. And I must say, it is nicely designed. Thou not too over-shadowing in size, the store has a great selection of clothing and accesories from the S/S08 collection as well as the Deluxe line and artist series. A rack of fresh tees and some nice cut & sewn shirts are available now. Along with a few premium selvedge denim from the Stussy x Levi's colab.

Also on sale are the New Balance x Stussy x Hectic "Three the Hard Way " MT580s. Each color representing a main character from the 70's cult classic movie. A definite hot release if you ask me. So head on down to enjoy the "true" Stussy experience.

Stussy DC Chapter Store

1781 Florida Ave. NW

Washington, DC 20009

(two doors down from Commonwealth DC)

Store Hours: 11am-8pm