Nike SB Chronicles: Volume 1

In order to maintain and enhance a consistent buzz throughout the fall and winter months, Nike SB is prepping to debut a new video series, coined The SB Chronicles. The collection will be a three-part conglomerate, featuring team riders Youness Amrani, Chet Childress, Clark Hassler, Stefan Janoski, Lewis Marnell, Daniel Shimizu, Grant Taylor and Wieger Van Wageningen. - HYPEBEAST

This past Saturday was the first part of Nike SB Chronicles. The cool thing about this series is that people are able to view each other watching via webcam. This way everyone can see each other react to video parts. We didn't quite figure it out this time, but hopefully we will by the time Volume 2 releases. It  was a lot of fun, all of the parts were tight. There were board slides on sketchy hand rails, crazy backside nose blunts and funny personalities. The video ends with a streamed question and answer session that can be accessed by computer or mobile phone. 

The shop friends and staff at Momentum Marketplace watched it at the store after hours from a laptop and television. I am personally looking forward to the volume that includes P-Rod and Eric Koston.

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The Wait for Asaad's "Dirty Middle Class"

Asaad has slowly been on the come-up and I'm positive dude is going to be making noise as soon as his compilation tape, "Dirty Middle Class", drops (Dec. 25th). Here are some teasers until the final project is released.

Asaad is a Philidalphia-based rapper with a fondness for: Balmain, Lanvin, Malin+Goetz, and nice production with some crude (in a good way) lyricism.

Asaad - "Paint On The Fur 002" (produced by Nascent & QB)

Asaad - Dirty White Leathers 003 (produced by Nascent & QB)

Asaad - Paradise Jungle

Dirty Middle Class (Cover Art)

Adidas EUFA EURO 2012 - Tango 12

Who do you think will take the title this next year?



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Drop-In Soccer

Yesterday I went to the Sasktel Soccer Centre to play some soccer. Basically you pay $4 to use the turf field for a couple of hours or you can purchase a membership. I always play soccer but there is football players there as well sometimes. One half of the field is always open. But if there is a lot of people attending, the entire field gets used.

I have been going there since the beginning of high school. It's always fun to practice on your own or to scrimmage with friends and random people playing. It's nice to be able to practice game situations or fool around, this cold weather doesn't have to stop us here in Saskatoon. People of all ages attend, so don't hesitate to come. I am unsure of the schedule for the month, but since it is almost Christmas and the indoor season takes a break, I would assume that there is more drop-in sessions open.

I will be playing as much as I can when I am not studying or working. If you ever are planning a kick around, let me know!

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Nike Air Jordan XI "Concord"

This has been driving sneaker heads wild. While working at Momentum, I have been asked plenty of times whether we will be receiving the Jordan XI Concord. The answer is yes. By the sounds of all of this interest and hype I would advise you to keep your ears open for the release date and cop these first thing. You can buy one to wear, one to ball and one as a dead stock pair.

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Just a Taste: Asian/Sakura Garden

I did a review on Asian Garden in the past but they have recently made some new changes. The restaurant now offers an all you can eat: Korean BBQ, Hot Pot and Sushi. I haven't tried it yet because I found this out when leaving the building. I believe it costs $24.99.

We just went for a quick lunch to feed our vermicelli cravings. This place is a bit more expensive to other restaurants. The pork and shrimp did not have that savoury flavour but they have the best spring rolls that I have had in a long time. They care a lot about presentation compared to most Vietnamese restaurants that I go to. I like that and that the service is top notch.

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Single Second Holiday '11

Single Second is a clothing brand based out of Saskatoon created by Derek and Trevor. This season they plan on putting out a hoodie and a few tees. I know the guys are really happy with the way everything turned out, we are too! I want to congratulate them on the work that they have done this season.

The hoodie uses Single Second's basic logo. Something I recently learned is that it does not only stand for Single Second but Saskatoon, Saskatchewan as well.

The Heathens reference has built from the guys' childhood. Their father used to call them little Heathens in their adolescent years. They both are a fan of baseball and the use of sports team logos. Attending an L.A. Angels game has made a lasting memory. 

This graphic is known as the Black Metal 2 (Beavis and Butthead), it is a re-release from the Spring 2009 line. Derek and Trevor both love Beavis and Butthead and with it airing again, they felt like they needed to do the design again. Single Second: 1 - Stussy: 0

The shirt above and below are a collaboration with Momentum Marketplace. The "Support your Market" is a play on words of supporting local and the shop's name. The picture is quite recognizable if you have been inside of Momentum's Erindale location. I feel like the collaboration happened because of the respect each party has for one another. I can't say why they like Momentum but I can let you know what I think of Single Second. I for one respect their hustle, ambition, artistic abilities and the way they handle business. They are in the shop often and offer great company.

Purchases can be made beginning tomorrow on their website or at Momentum Marketplace.

You can reach them by Facebook or Twitter.

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Reigning Champ

A lot of people are unaware of CYC Design and its in-house brands. CYC produces Supreme, Alife and aNYthing just to name a few successful companies. It's more affordable lifestyle brand is known as Reigning Champ. They are famous for their logoless products and athletic fitting fleece pieces. Over the past couple of years, a lot of locals have been wearing American Apparel hoodies and sweat shirts. If you were one of these people I'd recommend checking them out. Reigning Champ is just another option offering higher quality product as well as being made in Vancouver, Canada. They distributes tees, sweaters, hoodies, pullovers and blankets for instance. This season they have made some useful pieces to get you through the winter while still keeping fashion in mind. You can check them out at Haven, Livestock or in store at Momentum.

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