11.25.2013

Top Shelf: 2014 BMW Alpina B4 Bi-Turbo Coupe






German BMW tuner Alpina recently unveiled the 2014 BMW Alpina B4 Bi-Turbo Coupe at the Tokyo Motor Show. The coupe is powered by a twin-turbocharged version of the 435i’s 3.0-liter straight-six engine, producing 410 ponies and 443 lb-ft of torque. Capable of a 0-62 mph sprint in just 4.2 seconds, the B4 is capable of reaching an eye-watering top speed of 189 mph. 

Additional details include quad exhaust, 20″ wheels, high-performance brakes, lavalina leather-lined interior and a 31 mpg rating. The 2014 BMW Alpina B4 Bi-Turbo Coupe will be available beginning May, 2014 starting at approximately $78,102 USD. I for one, would love to get this on the road for a test drive. If you can, I say try it out for size. :)


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11.21.2013

Kicks Flow: BAIT x Saucony Shadow Original “Cruel World”





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Animal product-free, the BAIT x Saucony Shadow Original “Cruel World” is constructed exclusively from vegan materials. The collaborative release features an upper comprised of canvas panels with premium vegan suede overlays, natural hemp accents, cork insoles, and a speckled vegan outsole. 

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to A Place Called Home — a nonprofit youth center in South Central, Los Angeles. The BAIT x Saucony Shadow Original “Cruel World” will be available at BAIT beginning December 2.

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11.19.2013

Top Shelf: Mercedes-Benz S 65 AMG and SLS AMG GT Final Edition



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At this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show and Tokyo Motor Show, Mercedes-AMG will simultaneously be presenting both the S 65 AMG and the SLS AMG GT Final Edition. With 12 cylinders, bi-turbocharging, an output of 630 horsepower, and torque of 1000 Nm, the S 65 AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h. Compared with its predecessor, fuel consumption has been reduced by 2.4 liters per 100 kilometers (NEDC, combined), making the S 65 AMG the world’s most fuel-efficient V12 high-performance vehicle in terms of power and torque.

Although we’re sad to see it go, the German car manufacturer says goodbye to an era with the stunning SLS AMG GT Final Edition. Built in a limited run of just 350 units, the 591-horsepower, AMG 6.3-liter V8 front-mid engine offers a unique combination of exceptional design and equipment features. Thanks to the wide variety of models – from a gullwing model to the roadster, GT, the “Black Series,” an electric drive and its success in motorsport as the GT3 variant – the SLS AMG has become one of Mercedes-Benz’s most iconic cars and the GT Final Edition is as good a sendoff as any.

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Kicks Flow: Nike Air Max 90 Essential (Dusty Grey/White – Cool Grey)


Righteous..

It seems like Nike can do no wrong with the Air Max 90’s. No matter what color scheme or model drops, they all turn out to be ridiculously dope. So it’s only right that we show love to some new heat they’ve decided to bless us with again

For the Fall/Winter 2013 season Nike outfitted the ever-popular Air Max 90 with an all-new color combo. Taking cues from the classic “Infrared” colorway, the runner comes in a mix of Dusty Grey, Cool Grey and White, brought to life with striking red accents. You can pick up a a pair now at select NSW accounts including CNCPTS.

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11.12.2013

Fly Season: Ray-Ban - Clubmaster Folding Sunglasses







Freshington..

I just took a little trip to Miami a couple weeks ago, and the sun was beaming ridiculously. After a quick trip to Bal Harbour mall, I ended up buying a great pair of Clubmaster sunglasses, easily my favorite from Ray-Ban. They proved to be not only fresh, but super effective against those Florida sunrays. 

An iconic look that helped to define an era, the Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses was a favorite among politicians and intellectuals during the post-World War II era, much like how its Wayfarer counterpart became a must-have for the Beat Generation of the time. Now, some 50 years later, Ray-Ban will be introducing a revamp version of the Clubmaster. 

Unlike the Clubmaster II or its other variants, the new Clubmaster Folding stayed true to the original, with the exceptions of collapsible hinges on the ear pieces and bridge. When folded, the frame is only a quarter of its original size and can be easily store in your shirt pocket. Coming in four lens/frame color schemes, the Ray-Ban Clubmaster Folding Sunglasses are available via all Ray-Ban dealers worldwide now.

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Kicks Flow: Nike Air Trainer SC High "Alabama"






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Resolute was the best term to describe Coach Nick Saban’s mental state as the Crimson Tide pummeled its rival LSU Tigers 38 to 17 during last weekend’s game. Still undefeated since the start of the college football season, University of Alabama is looking for a three-peat in winning the BCS and AP national championships end of the season. The team’s win, however, also brought on momentary honor for Alabama’s favorite son, Bo Jackson, as the Nike Air Trainer SC High “Alabama” was made available. 

Though usually associated with Alabama’s other great football powerhouse, Auburn University, the Bo Jackson signature donned on a Bama color scheme of White/Black-Cement Grey-Total Crimson. White translucent outsole embedded with the Crimson Tide emblem, a series of elephant print overlays highlight the design, and finally, an Alabama’s script “A” in chenille helped to complete the look. Part of the Nike Sportswear‘s Quickstrike product line, the Nike Air Trainer SC High “Alabama” is available now at select Nike retailers, including Wish of Atlanta.

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11.07.2013

Kicks Flow: BEAMS x Nike Blazer Mid Pack



Coolness..

I copped my first pair of Blazer’s back in the summer of ’08, and I thought they were ridiculously dope! There’s something about that vintage style that really works for me. This has been such a dope line for Nike, I kinda think these will always be fresh. Year after year..

Japanese retailer BEAMS has teamed up with Nike once again. After having presented a collaborative Nike Air Max 1 a few weeks ago, the two now worked on another icon from the Nike collection – the Blazer Mid. Perfect for the time of year, the sneaker comes in two different flannel options, featuring metallic gold and silver Swooshes. 

The signature orange of BEAMS has been added as a nice detail to the lace tips. The two sneakers will release on November 9 at BEAMS stores in Japan.

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Top Shelf: Limited Edition ICON Thriftmaster Pickup Truck





Niche carmakers ICON are about to release their latest creation. The Thriftmaster pickup is particularly inspired by the classic Chevy 3100 from 1940s and 1950s. Despite its distinctively vintage appearance, this ride’s inner workings are up to par with today’s standards, boasting sophisticated features such as a Wi-Fi Hot Spot, web-enabled Kenwood and Audison digital audio and more.

Entirely built by hand, the Thriftmaster comes both in a matte and glossy finish, as well as manual or automatic. The first Thriftmasters are expected to hit the market next year in very limited numbers. For more information, head over to Selectism.

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11.05.2013

Kicks Flow: Nike Air Max 90 CMFT PRM Tape Black/Metallic Silver



Good Moola..

I remember getting my first pair of Air Max 90’s from this sneaker spot called Choi’s, that used to be on 103rd and Broadway, on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. Yup! Right around the way. This spot was owned by an older Asian dude who was ridiculously cool, and would hold kicks for you for days, until you showed back up with the money. It was the go-to place for all the newest releases. And I pretty much lived in there when I was a kid. They’ve been gone for awhile now, but every time I look at that corner, I think about Choi’s and how they kept us fresh back in the day.

The 90’s are back again, with a solid new colorway of the Nike Air Max 90 PRM Tape, that’s released this week. The sneaker comes with a metallic silver upper, black and infrared accents and speckled mid-sole and even laces. The outcome is an exciting premium version of the iconic running shoe, which received its latest update with the introduction of the taped upper. The Nike Air Max 90 CMFT PRM Tape Black/Metallic Silver is now in stock at Sneaker Politics, and other exclusive kicks spots nationwide.

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Architecture: Point King Residence by HASSELL Architects





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Homes are not created equally, people. Just saying. It’s definitely where the heart is, but some homes just make you want to move out of yours and right into them immediately after seeing them. That’s what makes this section so cool. You get to experience a little taste of these incredible homes, without the need of abandoning your current residence. Don’t start packing just yet.

Located on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia, the Point King Residence is characterized by its cliff site positioning and orientation towards the north. The entire residence is situated two meters under ground level, which limits the visual obstruction for the rest of Point King and the Mornington Peninsula.

Created as a slatted timber box, the ground floor anchors the home, allowing the first floor to jut out over the cliff face making the most of the stunning surrounding views. The ironbark timber cladding will eventually fade to a shade of grey that mimics the Moonah trees indigenous to the region. The interior reflects the aesthetic theme of the exterior, using limestone excavated from the site and recycled timber battens.

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11.01.2013

Kicks Flow: Nike Air Pegasus '83 Suede


No stranger to what we’ve been touting a lot lately, classic kicks have really taken over the market. What I think is so cool about them, is they never lose their luster. No matter how old the original design, some shoes just always look so dope, even when they’re older than you are!

Nike just revamped the super ridiculous classic, model of the Air Pegasus ’83, in a smooth suede. It’s a mostly suede shoe, but the upper is nicely done and breathable, with support strategically placed for durability, with the ever-loved Phylon, in all its glory added to provide cushioning to the shoe. 

With sea foam green accents complimenting the suede, the iconic Swoosh is placed atop the mesh paneling. Complimenting this fall-inspired colorway is a Volt-accented counterpart that will soon be available at select NSW accounts. Providing a good complimentary shoe for everyday wear, the Dark Loden/Mineral Teal-Green Glow-Dusty Grey colorway of the Nike Air Pegasus ‘83 Suede is now available via Nike’s online store.


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Top Shelf: Porsche Unveils the Panamera Turbo S





Porsche ups the performance aspect of its Panamera model with the Turbo S ahead of its official debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in a few weeks. The 4.8-liter twin-turbo V8 now produces 570 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. Despite the boost, however, Porsche says the Turbo S maintains the same 3.6-second 0 – 60 time as the previous model, although we’re still not complaining.. Top speed is pushed two miles per hour faster at to 192 mph.

Other features include carbon-ceramic brakes inside the wheels from the 911 Turbo, in addition to the ability to order the Turbo S in long-wheelbase Executive trim. MSRP before delivery and options is quoted at $180,300 for the standard wheelbase and $200,500 for the stretched model. For reference, that’s 2.5 times the price of a base Panamera and makes the Turbo S Executive both the most expensive and most powerful Porsche for sale besides the 918 Spyder.


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