Sometimes Snotty

Estevan Oriol x Vans "ICONOclasts"

2008-12-15T23:54:00.000-08:00

CRAWFORD

2008-12-02T02:11:00.000-08:00

Something else.

Belated Happy Turkey Day

2008-12-01T19:33:00.000-08:00

Abbot Kinney, Venice

2008-11-29T12:45:00.000-08:00

DOPE

2008-11-19T15:16:00.000-08:00

Passing of the Torch

2008-11-11T14:56:00.000-08:00

Don't you cramp me style

2008-11-10T20:00:00.000-08:00

Our world is our weapon

2008-11-10T11:02:00.000-08:00

Faith-The Restless Debt of Third World Beauty from Rowan on Vimeo.
A beautiful video of Faith47 from Rowan Pybus. Re-post from Wooster.

LISTEN

2008-11-09T15:29:00.000-08:00

Expect great things.

Nobody's home, go away...

2008-11-08T19:36:00.000-08:00

I'm sure a few of you VA heads are gonna be up in the DC area this month for Diplo's in store performance at DC's Commonwealth store but what everyone should really be planning for is making the trip up for Obama's January 20th inauguration. Change is definitely in the air and the support should not stop on the past election day. Besides, it will good to be part of such a historical moment. Tickets are probably all gone by now but most likely the whole city will be crowded with people and festivities. It seems "Yes we can" has become sort of a standard greeting here in Venice Beach, just a few hours ago we were skateboarding at the circle and I would hear random people using it as a form of salutations.

Not everyone came out on top this November 4th, Prop 8 was passed and regardless of whether you you support gay rights or not, it's sad to see that a religious organization can still have such a strong influence on the way our government works. I, for one, could care less how two homosexuals unite themselves, it doesn't hurt or effect me in any way. No offense to church-goers but this has clearly been a religiously funded proposition. America is too diverse in their beliefs to have persons that think that the religious morals of one organization can ignore a separation of church and state. And if you think marriage is a sacred unity, think again, how many male/female couples do you know that get married, divorce, then get married again? So to the flaming heterosexuals and those that include themselves in the "conservative right", think about this: What is more harmful to this country - Two successful, well dressed men tying the knot and settling down or two idiots getting married and creating more idiots? With issues like this that shouldn't even be relevant in this day and age, it just seems as if we are traveling back in time when we should be moving forward and worrying about more important problems.

So if you think this is a liberal way of thinking, you are probably right. But just remember that liberals are the ones that care and are open to change, and change is what we need.

Here is a funny video of some Japanese folks celebrating.

Warm songs for a cold winter

2008-11-06T14:11:00.000-08:00

I truly believe that The Damnwells are one of the most underrated bands of the past few years, and anyone that listens to them will probably agree. I was lucky enough to be introduced to them a few years ago and have been a fan for quite some time. Overall, the songwriting and ideas they try to get across in each song make for an easy listen. The smart lyrics, pop melodies, and their "Gin Blossoms" like nostalgia, carry what's left of the last century's folk music and what it is to be someone in New York City. This is Alex, he writes the songs.

The Best of a Nation

2008-11-04T20:41:00.000-08:00

Dear Rest of The World

We didn't fuck it up

Signed,

America

Halloween fell on a weekend

2008-11-01T12:05:00.000-07:00

Exactly what happened last night.

Mr. Williams

2008-10-31T17:30:00.000-07:00

Commitment

2008-10-29T14:41:00.000-07:00

Photo from Telegraph.co.uk

This is how you do it

2008-10-29T14:31:00.000-07:00

A Casual Crime

2008-10-27T18:15:00.000-07:00

Magic City Titties

2008-10-27T00:33:00.000-07:00

I listened to the Black Lips alot awhile back but never really watched any of there videos. I came across them again today and here's one of my favorites. It was filmed on location at one of Atlanta's famous windowless bars.

Last night with Lola

2008-10-26T13:40:00.001-07:00

Most of her stuff was sold before the opening, one went for $14,000.00. I went in disguise.
Photos by Nick.

Tonight

2008-10-25T11:09:00.000-07:00

Lola Strange Art Photos from Baby tattooville 2007.

Just a little skating

2008-10-21T21:29:00.000-07:00

Escape from East LA

2008-10-19T03:39:00.000-07:00

Last night Nick and I ended up in the wrong part of L.A., we skated our way back to Venice thru Downtown, Hollywood and everywhere in between. Last photo is of Mr. Brainwash's two story wheat paste of the presidential canidates done a few days ago.

Big Bear Mountain, California

2008-10-02T14:35:00.000-07:00

I'm back in California and this is where I'll be working and enjoying my winter. The last photo is Minx gettin ready to roast a squirrel at our campsite.

Polynesian Village, Hawaii

2008-09-20T03:23:00.000-07:00

Toilet Humor

2008-09-18T15:29:00.000-07:00

The Seventh Letter in Hawaii

2008-09-17T21:33:00.000-07:00

A couple peices by LA's RETNA and REVOK of THE SEVENTH LETTER and the last is an interesting sticker.

The North Shore, Hawaii

2008-09-17T05:16:00.000-07:00

Waikiki Beach, Hawaii

2008-09-14T17:40:00.000-07:00

McCain gets BarackRoll'd

2008-09-13T04:12:00.000-07:00

Uh, Aloha...

2008-09-13T03:43:00.000-07:00

Some photos of the beach near Downtown Honolulu and the In4mation store where I met some real nice locals.

Face it, you will never be hip

2008-09-12T14:51:00.000-07:00

Hawai'i

2008-09-12T13:26:00.000-07:00

just a few photos from the past couple days.

At least we'll have a VP that knows how to aim a gun

2008-09-11T06:36:00.000-07:00

Palin is getting fucked by Matt Damon

I hope you're hungry for god, cause that's what you're getting

2008-09-09T13:46:00.000-07:00

We really need is a good pep talk

2008-09-08T13:36:00.000-07:00

Labor Day Wakeboarding in Southern California

2008-09-03T02:21:00.000-07:00

It's ok to listen to Sublime again.

Swamp to the City (Day 11 and 12) Tucson and LA

2008-09-02T15:42:00.000-07:00

It's been a few days since I made it here to the LA area. Here are a couple photos from the Arizona desert. And the last one is after I washed it.

Swamp to the City (Day 9 and 10) Rocky Mountains, New Mexico

2008-08-28T21:27:00.000-07:00

After I passed a portion of the Rockies I came upon a long stretch of desert where the US Gov. has a missle test field and an Air Force base. Soon after that were more mountains, and as I got off the main road I discovered a small winding road that went about 4 miles up the side to an amazing spot where I stayed for the night. Here's a video to what I've recently been listening to. Enjoy.

Swamp to the City (Day 8) Roswell, New Mexico

2008-08-28T21:03:00.000-07:00

I arrived in the City of Roswell at night and left the next morning, so I wasn't there long but here are a few photos in and around Roswell. Just to give you an idea of the area, some lady at a gas station said that she mistakened me for Elvis when I walked in. Now, I don't know how often Elvis Presley has visited that area or that particular gas station but I'm pretty sure that the rest of America thinks he's dead.

Swamp to the City (Day 7) Somewhere West Texas

2008-08-25T22:16:00.000-07:00

I'm still in Texas. I left Dallas kinda late today, around 2 pm. Here are some pictures from today's ride including a self portrait

Roswell in the Morning.

Swamp to the City (Days 4,5,6) Dallas

2008-08-24T20:17:00.001-07:00

The past three days in Dallas have really been one big holiday. I survived Dallas traffic, almost got abducted by a spaceship (pictured above), skated at one of the largest skateparks in the Dallas area and attended another amazing My Morning Jacket show at the Palladium Ballroom. Just when you think you've reached the epic peak of the concert going experience you step on a land mine and it blows you to stellar heights.

As they played the early moments of their encore performance they went into a cover of Erykah Badu's "Tyrone" and by the second verse a shadow emerged from the side stage with hair three times the size of a beach ball and that's when the crowd just lost it in disbelief. Not disbelief that Erykah Badu was on stage but because at that point it was hard to believe there was anything that could make this experience even better than it already was.

Swamp to the City (Day 3) Austin City Limits

2008-08-21T22:54:00.000-07:00

I Arrived in Austin, Texas today. Had a beer at 6th street's Coyote Ugly, not because I enjoy the atmosphere but because there were 6 other motorcycles parked out front and thought that my cargo should be safe. Of the 6 other bikes, 5 were Harleys and 1 was a flat-black Honda dual-sport with spikes on the front/rear fenders and a painting of a treasure map on the gas tank. I tried not to stand out.
It seems everyone here has some sort of tattoo, and everyone here has there own opinion of where to go to have a good time or see a good show. So I called a couple of friends and Nick said I should go see Vanessa Lively play at MoMo's. It was a little past 7:00 when I got there and I was one of five people including Vanessa and the guy at the door. She played alot of originals and covered a few songs including Bob Dylan's "Man in the long black coat" and Gillian Welch's "One More Dollar".
I soon decided I was hungry, so I rode around till I found a place I liked. When I arrived to where I would soon consume my evening nourishment of Raw fish and rice, my old friend Charles calls and say's that if I ride up to Dallas (3.5 hours north east of Austin) he'll buy me a ticket to see My Morning Jacket on Saturday night.

Swamp to the City (Day 2) Houston

2008-08-20T22:16:00.000-07:00

Finally made it to Houston today. The photos above are of a scene that I witnessed at a picnic/rest stop area as I was making my way into Texas from Louisiana. All this was taking place along the side of Interstate 10 where it had flooded. Don't mess with 'em.

Swamp to the City (Day 1) Baton Rouge

2008-08-20T21:45:00.000-07:00

After almost 4 hours of driving in the rain, I made a stop in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where I met Mikey (pictured above with the hat) drinking a 40 ounce at a truckstop where I was taking a break from the strong downpour. I soon ended up at his Granpappy's across the street behind a Wendys, where we destroyed some of the Bayou's greenest. He got a little emotional as he said a prayer for my ride ahead, then he asked me for a couple bucks. I gave him the wet ten dollar bill I found earlier at the truckstop.

2008-07-16T15:21:00.001-07:00

Be there...... You square

2008-07-16T14:54:00.000-07:00

Camera Equipment Rentals

2008-07-07T23:51:00.000-07:00

Not alot of cash to spend on a VR lens and lighting equipment for your next binge/hotel bashing trip to Chernobyl? Try Lensrentals.com/

Wooden bars, Lonely Legs

2008-06-27T16:02:00.000-07:00

@ Fastboyfenders

They wear you (not the other way around)

2008-06-27T15:32:00.000-07:00

After Bonnaroo my rootbeers saw their end (Oakley doesn't sell replacement lens), here comes Kaws w/ something to look forward to. Everyone likes shades and yes, they are a must. They are the curtain separating you from the rest of the world. If only for the moments of daylight. Individual Sole.

Vans Syndicate x Gabe Morford

2008-06-27T15:11:00.000-07:00

Some bike related sneakers. These look like a cousin of the Vans Vault saddle bag pack and maybe easier to come by. They come with a nice hip pouch that can hold your U-lock. Eras are my fav, they should be yours too. VANS

Trouble in the industry

2008-06-20T16:29:00.000-07:00

JDL VS. FRESHJIVE. from Bobby Hundreds on Vimeo.Bobby Hundreds recently caught on film the recent protest in front of Freshjive Reserve store. Pretty funny.

Tonight!

2008-06-11T12:33:00.000-07:00

Single Spoke? WTF?

2008-06-10T16:22:00.000-07:00

LexCarbon 700c clincher. from Leeww on Vimeo.

Weekend War

2008-06-10T10:46:00.000-07:00

Maybe it's a retarded pumpkin.

2008-05-24T18:15:00.000-07:00

We live in an amazing place. Sometimes I wish I was born retarded.

Back On Course

2008-05-23T13:29:00.000-07:00

While I was gone I received the track bike between Fuji and Obey. Just a Brooks saddle and a little bit of gold.

All our ahhhs combined

2008-05-20T18:01:00.000-07:00

If you've been around me for the past few months you know how much I've been digging these guys.

Alternative to Frogskins

2008-05-20T14:35:00.000-07:00

STIX Glasses

Linda Farrow x Bernhard Willheim Visor Sunglasses

A Point To Shoot

2008-05-19T22:45:00.000-07:00

Sigma DP1 compact DSLR w/ a large image sensor (basically it has a larger CCD comparable to that of a DSLR). Probably what every photographer has been waiting for in a point and shoot. PopPhoto with the review.... Adjust your levels.

Eboy Posters

2008-05-18T17:07:00.000-07:00

I'm not super impressed by the vinyl releases between Eboy and Kidrobot but these posters that he has put out are really nice. Not limited or numbered but quite affordable. Good for the next time you drop acid solo in your college dorm. Tokyo and Berlin are shown.

Random Item Needed

2008-05-18T16:29:00.000-07:00

I'm back on the East Coast. I use to carry one of these to school back in the early nineties. If anyone comes across one maybe in their Granny's attic, let me know. I'll pay for shipping.

Motion Detected

2008-05-14T15:58:00.000-07:00

MUTO a wall-painted animation by BLU from blu on Vimeo.

Just Terrific!

Bike to Work

2008-05-14T13:24:00.000-07:00

Soon as I get stateside I'll be bombarded with things that I'll have to take care of. With the amount of mail/packages that I've been sent, it looks like my first weekend back will be me getting settled in. Being back will require me to become accustomed to the ridiculous gas prices plaguing the US and with The Bonnaroo Music Festival coming up, I may have to look into alternate modes of transportation. I might just have to revert to my days of modified BMX bikes with five speed cassettes (I use to bend the dropouts on my bike just make them fit) or maybe go all out with something like this.

I've yet to see Jacko

2008-05-11T17:10:00.000-07:00

So I'm stuck here in Bahrain at the Elite Spa and Resort till my flight leaves on Thursday. Spent half the day jet-skiing and the other half stuffing my face. I've got 3 bathrooms in my suite just in case the enormous one connected to my room is too close and MTV on the tube actually plays videos 24/7 (I've seen "Time to Pretend" by the MGMT about 4 times tonight). Not bad for not having to spend a dime.