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More Footage From Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory

Mike — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:38:36 +0000

It’s been a long year but 2008 is nearly out the door and 2009 will present us with a brand new refreshing start. With a complete revamp of Bush’s totally awesome, totally successful presidency, we will be welcoming a new look to this country’s government with Barack Obama and his administration. Will he be as popular and efficient in running this country as Bush was? All we can do is wait and see. But there are a few things coming next year whose success is all but certain.

First we have the fourth installment of the ever so popular Fast and Furious franchise. I personally thought that RICE ROCKETS died at least 3 years ago but leave it up to Vin Diesel and his close friend and lost in the rummage co-star Paul Walker to revive the hobby. In the music category, we can go down a long list of things to come. But my personal favorite and it’s been a long time coming: the BONE THUGS N HARMONY album. When they’re first album came out over a decade ago, it single handedly created a monster within suburban communities nation wide. Middle-class straight A students morphed into gangstas. It was awesome.

Finally for television, I don’t get a chance to watch much of the tube unless it’s a holiday marathon of my favorite series SMALL WONDER. But those are far and few between. Fortunately Rob Dyrdek’s up coming show, which takes place at his newly constructed “Fantasy Factory”, will be hitting the air next year. If you haven’t seen the skate plaza yet, it’s like THE BERRICS on crack. Sorry, that’s a bad analogy. More like The Berrics on Prozac mixed with LSD. It’s pretty fresh. Check out the new video over at DC.

DC’s Movember Ebay Auctions

Me — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:29:05 +0000

Each year, the month of November is the time when men get together and grow their moustaches (FOO MANCHU for us Asians) in recognition and awareness for men’s health. Funds around the world are raised each year for the cause.

In support of Movember, DC is hosting an online eBay Auction, which will feature limited edition items for bid. The Auction will run from November 12, 2008 to November 22, 2008. 100% of the proceeds raised from the auction will go to Movember and prostate cancer research.

Auction items include autographed paraphernalia from DC team riders including , Devun Walsh, Aaron Biitner, and the DC Surf Team. Plus autographed items from Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park, Adam Sandler, Panic At The Disco and many more.

The eBay Auction is live NOW, and will end on Saturday, November 22nd at 5 PM PST. Start bidding over at EBAY.

Here is a list of things up for auction.
Here’s the full list of stuff up for grabs:
Nate Adams Autographed DC Poster (x 4)
Year’s Supple of DC Shoes – 12 pairs of shoes
Ken Block Autographed Subaru Photography Book
Dave Mirra Autographed 2009 MirraCO Manual Magazine (x2)
Autographed DC Lauri Heiskari XFB 155 Snowboard
Spy Sunglasses – Search and Destroy: The Zed
Razia’s Shadow – Autographed CD
Cutie is What We Aim For Autographed Poster
Autographed Billy Madison DVD
Allan Cooke Autographed DC Shoes
Dave Mirra Autographed DC Shoes and Shirt
Dave Mirra Autographed DC apparel and footwear
Electric Sunglasses- Killowatt
Spy Sunglasses – The Wilshire
Panic at the Disco – Autographed Album
Rob Dyrdek Complete Skateboarding Deck
Allan Cooke Autographed Bell Helmet
Electric Sunglasses
Spy Sunglasses – The Natural: Hailwood
The Friday Night Boys- Autographed Poster
DC x Mike Shinoda Remix Series Autographed Xander Shoes
Autographed DVD copy of Dude Cruise – Surfing Movie
DC x Peter Saville Collaboration Outerwear Outfit
Chad Kagy Autographed Bell Helmet
The Providence – Autographed Poster
Dave Mirra Autographed Gold Standard 2008 Shirt
Autographed Rob Dyrdek Deck
Dave Mirra Autographed DC Shoes
Autographed Danny Way Original Photo by Mike Blabac
The Hush Sound – Autographed Poster
Allan Cooke Autographed DC T-Star Shirt
Electric Sunglasses – The Bickle AMX
Autographed Waterboy DVD
DC x Mike Shinoda Autographed Pride Shoes
Autographed DC MLF 158 Snowboard
Ken Block Autographed Poster
Ken Block Autographed Pro Spec 1.0 Racing Shoes

Inside Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory

Mike — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 02:59:17 +0000

You skateboarders are a clever and creative bunch. But, I know that this is a complete generalization but I’m sure most of you who skate know someone who embodies the steteotypical skater. I would say that Donovan from Buttery Ass Monday’s is the epitome of millions of biters out there. The dude is original as hell though. He’s sort of like urban version of MacGyver. As a result, kids all over the country begin to look like that kid, Andy Milonakis.

But over the past couple of years, a few skaters have stuck out enough to make it onto the most creative television network out there, MTV. The Jackass crew rose the bar pretty high as far as content goes. Their show ideas were simple, cheap to produce, and miraculously allowed straight guys to act gay. Perfect. Then kind of simultaneously, Rob Dyrdek and Ryan Sheckler came out with their own reality shows. Rob’s show was about how much time and money he can waste while Ryan’s show was about how many tears he could shed.

I’m not exactly sure how the ratings went for both these shows but I’m assuming that Sheckler won that round due to thousands of fan sites like THIS. But Rob won’t go down without a fight. His MTV show has evolved a whole lot. No more Big Black, a new dog, and a fantasy skate park have been included. I’m thinking this show is like his old one but on steroids. Check out the sneak peak below from DC.

Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory Teaser

Mike — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:12:07 +0000

It was a sad, sad day when the Maloof Money Cup came to and end. Probably one of the most unique skate park designs in the world, the park was used for a total of three days with plenty of outstanding skateboarding taking place. As soon as P-Rod lifted that giant check above his head the skeleton of the park was already exposed. Everyone’s heart was torn.

Well I there’s a hero who surfaced from all of this. I think during his time with the Maloof Money Cup, Rob Dyrdek must have be taking some serious interior design and architectural classes because with the looks of his new skate park named The Fantasy Factory, he pushes skate park design to the limits. And with this sneak preview, you can definitely see how much influence Rob had in the design of the Maloof Money Cup skate park.

With all of this skate madness, MTV along with Rob will be producing a reality TV show revolving around the Fantasy Factory. I think the photos speak for themselves. I don’t watch much TV unless they’re reruns of Saved By The Bell or CNN. And I most definitely never watch MV. But I will be watching this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eajcRGjGaeg

DC Demo In NYC

Mike — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:44:32 +0000

It must be sad living in NYC. Never anything to do. Like i’ve said before, the only thing worth doing in the city is to check out Carson Daly on his hit MTV show Total Request Live. I always vote for my favorite star Jojo. Well NYC is living it up with as many events as possible this month. They better enjoy it while it lasts because we all know how crappy those winters are. Given the fact that there were two gnarly events last weekend with the Manny Mania competition and the Back To The Banks in Brooklyn event, plus a Zoo York team with a highly anticipated video, NYC is seeing much action.

Well the DC Team has decided to join the festive spirit in NYC this summer by holding an autograph session and skate demo in the Big Apple. Not sure if they have Active out there so CCS decided to pick up the slack by hosting the event. The day will see the likes of Rob Dyrdek and most likely the big black guy they call uh… Big Black. Also for the ride will be Ryan Smith, PJ Ladd, Lindsey Robertson, Greg Myers, Wes Kremer and many more!!! =C 2Maybe the Cowboy from Times Square will show up as well!!!

The event takes place at Coleman Oval Park near the Manhattan Bridge on August 23rd from 1PM to 4PM. Plus there will be loads of free product giveaways. This is something you can’t miss. Unfortunately i’ll have to miss it because I finally got tickets for that musical Rent. My friend Ricci and I are going to spit spit wads on the singers.

DC Paying A Visit To NYC

Mike — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 01:19:05 +0000

There’s not much to do in the Big Apples. But if you were forced to have to do something, you can maybe go to the MTV studios to check out TRL and vote for your favorite Backstreet Boys video. Or if you can’t get in, you can go hang out with the Cowboy with the guitar and sing some tunes. That’s why its nice to see DC roll into town for something a little bit different.

Rob Dyrdek, PJ Ladd, Ryan Smith will be representing their shoe brand, DC Shoes, in New York City for a skate demo and an autograph signing. The demo and team signing will take place at the Manhattan Skate park on Saturday August 23rd. The demo is sponsored by CCS so check out the flyer for more info.

Rob Dyrdek’s Skate Spot Plans

Me — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:06:07 +0000

Rob Dyrdek is no stranger to skate parks (or perhaps, skate park is the wrong word). A couple of years ago he opened the Skate Plaza in Kettering, back in his home state of Ohio. Then he spent a ton of money on the Maloof Money Cup — many people bemoaned that the course was built just to be torn down.

Now, according to this Skateboarding Magazine interview, Dyrdek’s working on a $100,000 set-up in Lafayette Park in Los Angeles.

Given his obvious distaste of the current state of skate parks, you can expect something that gets to the roots of skateboarding.

If you can handle the poorly-written article, check it out.

Maloof Money Cup Course Revealed

Mike — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:14:14 +0000

You could only imagine what three of skateboarding’s gnarliest pros, along with Vegas’s family of moguls would create in concocting a skate park for the upcoming Maloof Money Cup in July. First of all I would have imagined flames coming out of fountains with a launch ramp on each side. A perfectly placed rail slide that runs along a pirate ship with girls in pirate bikinis throwing money at them. Three Cirque Du Soleil acrobats swinging from side to side as the skaters dodge their bodies. And white Tigers chasing them around the course while skating their run.

Unfortunately none of my ideas made it into the final draft of the skate park they did a great job anyway. Andrew Reynolds, Erik Ellington, and Rob Dyrdek came together with the California Skateparks design team to make a course worthy of Vegas standards. It kind of looks like a bunch of Romans built it and it’s a shame that they will have to tear it down after the competition is complete.

A Day In The Trife: Billy Roper

Mike — Fri, 23 May 2008 04:51:43 +0000

I can’t say that I’ve seen many episodes of MTV Cribs but I do know that some skaters have appeared on the show. I think I’ve seen Koston’s and I also know that Rob Dyrdek has a sick pad. Unfortunately, showcasing those skaters gives the general public a skewed idea of an average skater’s lifestyle. Not to say it’s impossible to achieve what they have, but it definitely isn’t the norm.

That’s why I’m happy to see Vital Skate’s Day in the Trife with Billy Roper. This dude lives like most skaters I knew growing up but I think skaters had much lower standards back then. He isn’t quite pro yet so he doesn’t have the nice car, nice furniture, or even a packed fridge. Actually he doesn’t have any of that. He really has nothing except good friends and a skateboard.

http://www.vitalskate.com/video/albums/userpics/10003/616877078_1211437115.flv

Rob & Big Go Threadless: Win a Shirt Now!

Greg — Sat, 17 May 2008 19:04:49 +0000

Awhile back we told you about a contest being run by t-shirt site Threadless.com where fans of MTV’s “Rob & Big” could design their own t-shirt to capture the spirit of the show. Well, now a winner’s been chosen. Check out the winning design to the right, showing the duo as some “fresh” cartons of milk — Big represented as the chocolate, of course.

If you’re excited about getting a shirt, we have some good news: Lat34 has a FREE Rob & Big Threadless T to give away — all you have to do is fill out the entry form below and we’ll pick a winner on May 19.

You can enter as many times as you’d like, but only one winner will be chosen. If you can’t wait to see if you win, go ahead and buy the shirt at Threadless (you can see some more shots of the shirt there). And yes, for all you Bigs out there, a 3x is available.

Winning designer Daniel Blignault a cash prize of $2000, a a $500 Threadless.com gift certificate and a bunch of swag from MTV including an XBox 360 with a full Rock Band package and Rob & Big DVDs.

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