Lowriding with Mister Cartoon and Danny Trejo
perhaps just as or maybe even more beautiful than apple pie and baseball is America's infatuation with the automobile. from auto shows to drag races to Saturday night cruisin', cars have brought this nation together in ways other activities cannot. Soul Assassins Studios brings us together with Danny Trejo and Mister Cartoon to help us understand the bond between lowriding and East L.A.
The Nymph of Necker Island
as if a blissful getaway to Sir Richard Branson's personal island paradise weren't enough, Necker Island now boasts the world's first 3-person aero submarine. strap in and hang on for a 1-2 hour tour that can take you as deep as 30m under the water's surface and up to a rate of 6 knots. fret not, with scuba gear and an experienced pilot at your side, you'll soon enjoy breathtaking views of marine life and an underwater world you would not have otherwise known. the Necker Nymph is available when residing on Necker Island or in the winter months when enjoying the exclusive catamaran Necker Belle.
California is a Place: Godspeed Courier
hands down, California is a Place is producing some of the most intriguing and well executed short documentaries today. with subjects ranging from the real estate market collapse to the manufacturer of the most life-like sex dolls on the planet, the focus of California is a Place is as diverse as the state itself. with such a range of subject matter at its fingertips, expect more fascinating explorations to come. i particularly enjoy their short foray into the world of Godspeed Courier, a bicycle messenger service featured in the video posted above.
Microsoft: Red Bull Flugtag Competitor
technology giant Microsoft has been working diligently on their entry to this year's Red Bull Flugtag competition. the team hopes to beat the competition's flight record of 207 feet. built from lightweight materials mostly found in the local Home Depot hardware store, they believe their rudimentary knowledge of flight and construction will help them place well in the event. read more about it over at the Seattle Times!
Shinya Kimura – motorcycle maniac
it's funny how tranquil things become when you've totally immersed yourself in them. motorcycles and serenity may seem like contrasting ideas however, Shinya Kimura's passion for motorcycle manufacturing has lead him to discover peace within the machines he makes. pouring his soul into his creations, Kimura has not only championed "zero style" but his works have become icons in the trade. visit Chabott Engineering for more.
Pharrell Williams’ Harley
what a sweet machine... you have to love that rumble! "it's American man."
1930 Art Deco Henderson
this is probably the sexiest motorcycle i've ever seen! i really love this era of design and totally fell in love with the car in The Fall. The Cool Hunter has more pics and info about this beauty.
Taranis: The Stealth Unmanned Aircraft
the future is here and things are getting crazy... stealthy, unmanned, capable of both reconnaissance and bomb/missile strikes. the NY Daily News has more to say.
Doin’ it Baja
motorcycles, the wild west south of the border, dust in your eyes and wind in your hair. in an eight part series on Vice, Patrick O'Dell documents the journey these man's men took. very nice!
Doin’ It Baja chronicles the 2200 mile motorcycle trip taken by Arto Saari, Heath Kirchart, Keegan Sauder, and Patrick O"Dell from San Diego to the tip of Baja California, Mexico. They were joined by friends Harvey Foster, Kynan Tait, and Hime Hu, and lead by the indomitable Bill Bryant.
i wish these guys were my friends. what an epic trip.
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