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Watch: Stüssy – TRIBE

Posted on July 10, 2017 by bythelevel

Cali natives Stüssy present a brand new video dubbed “TRIBE” from videographer Jared Sherbert featuring riders Kevin Terpening, Caleb Barnett, Aaron Loreth, Jesse Alba, Max Klein, and Lance Mountain.

Vans Style 113 Pro USA ArcAd

Posted on July 10, 2017 by bythelevel

Having announced their new elevated ArcAd line back in May of this year with an inaugural release, Vans have quickly followed up with the all-new Style 113 Pro USA ArcAd - the first made in USA Vans performance skate shoe in over 20 years.

Limited to only 700 individually-numbered pairs worldwide, the release sees two premium iterations of the Style 113: a white/off-white mix sitting on top of a black sole unit, and a black suede and leather combination on the upper with a stark white sole. In paying homage to both heritage and innovation, the Style 113 Pro USA ArcAd has been handcrafted from a combination of modern machinery and traditional craftwork to produce a shoe maintains Vans classic look and holds all the modern functionality found in Vans signature pro models. To offer a truly unique shoe to the wearer, each pair has been constructed from the highest quality materials, with leather liners that have been specially constructed to stretch, form and flex to the shape of your foot over time for a personalised fit. The designs are capped off with a “Made in USA” woven label on the tongue, flat waxed canvas laces, each individually numbered and US manufactured stamp on the inner liner.

The Vans Pro Skate Style 113 Pro USA ArcAd is available now at select Vans Pro Skate accounts worldwide including Slam City Skates.

Watch: Taiwan

Posted on July 1, 2017July 1, 2017 by bythelevel

Filmed during an adidas Skateboarding ‘Away Days’ filming trip to Taiwan back in February 2016, this clip from Chris Mulhern features riders Rodrigo TX, Dennis Busenitz, Silas Baxter-Neal, Nestor Judkins and Dennis Durrant out on the streets of the East Asian island. The skateboarding is as good as expected with some pretty captivating cinematography thrown in there as well – another must watch from Chris Mulhern. Click play above.

Yardsale SS17 Lookbook

Posted on July 1, 2017July 1, 2017 by bythelevel

Yardsale return with a new selection of skate-ready garb for the warmer months. With a focus on luxury leisurewear, the brand looks to old school LA to South London's various subcultures to inform their latest release of staples, utilising premium materials and their signature logo prints throughout. Stand out pieces include the Bowling shirt inspired 'Quartz Polo' and the Velour track top which arrives in two colour options of Black/Red and White/Green. The release is rounded off with new iterations of fan favourite graphic pieces applied to hoodies, tees and sweaters.

The Yardsale Spring/Summer 2017 offering is available now over on the brands webstore.

Watch: Andrew Allen Stay Inside

Posted on June 24, 2017June 24, 2017 by bythelevel

A minutes worth of Andrew Allen goodness has dropped courtesy of Hockey and FA World Entertainment to celebrate Allen’s brand new deck graphic. Watch the full clip above and head over to fuckingawesomestore.com for more.

Vault by Vans x Brain Dead Summer Capsule

Posted on June 23, 2017June 23, 2017 by bythelevel

Brain Dead and Vans Vault have combined once again for a special capsule release, which continues to explore lo-fi print iconography found in old comics and magazines, frequently applied as graphic treatments throughout Brain Dead's mainline collection.

Coming together with long-time collaborator Kevin Harris, the collection is made up of two graphic tees, two short-sleeved woven shirts, a cap and a canvas tote bag that feature a custom graphic language and colour treatment running throughout. The capsule is highlighted by the footwear offerings which include a custom rework of the Classic Slip-On LX, Old Skool LX and the Era LX silhouettes. Constructed from nubuck suede, all 3 styles align with the apparel offering and arrive in three Summer ready pastel options, detailed with small illustrative graphics from the upper down to the midsole.

The Vault by Vans x Brain Dead Summer 2017 Capsule release will be available from select retailers including Goodhood from Saturday the 24th of June.

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Watch: AZZURRO

Posted on June 22, 2017June 22, 2017 by bythelevel

Carhartt WIP Skateboarding have unveiled their latest video project – AZZURO from filmmaker Ludo Azemar. Centred around Sicilian born skater Mauro Caruso, the clip is cut against a backdrop of Gibellina Nuova, Azzurro, exploring the unique architecture and art scene of the old Italian town.

Check the full clip above and head to carhartt-wip.com for more.