WIP CAP X TITAN "36 CHAMBERS" RELEASE PARTY RECAP

First of all, my apologies for the extremely late recap. I got caught up in the excitement of my new job. Business is still business, though, and I'm taking the adjustment process seriously.

Bottomline: I am beyond happy to be part of this new collective. I just don't want to blow the opportunity.

Anyway, enough about me. Let's get down to it.

Two Tuesdays ago, October 16, WIP Caps and Titan released a limited edition Wu-Tang Clan inspired fitted - The "36 Chambers".

The detail on this cap is ridiculous! Aside from the high quality work that we've grown accustomed to anything WIP, The 36 Chambers has this buddha bead embroidery on the under brim. That bit did it for me. WIP got the cap game on a choke hold, for real.

People heavily involved in the scene as well as Hip-Hop heads (no pun intended) gathered together to celebrate the release. Titan hosted the party, while overflowing drinks were provided by their next door neighbor Bugsy's - and they were not cheap with the alcohol! Dope tunes were dished out all night by DJ Nix Damn P and DJ Aryan. You know the party is serious when you got these two involved.

I would like to thank Ian of WIP Caps for being such a dope host and for taking good care of us. Congrats on the release, bud! Big ups to the Titan fam for allowing us to party hard! Shouts to Dennis, Jeff, Raoul, Levon, PJ, Migs and Darwin (Darwin was a BEAST that night!)

Shouts to Jojo, to MarkLegendary, Marts, Miss Mae, Tony, Jino Boy and The Billions! Shouts to our #NT fam Mackie, Toots, G3, and Doc (Congrats, by the way! The good doctor got hitched over the weekend). Shouts to SuperMikki, Rjay, George, Notti, and the rest of the RONAC crew.

It was great seeing JoeyTooFresh again, even though we only had 2 minutes of catch-up time!  Shouts to Ogilvy's Very Own Jandrizzy Lim! Great meeting new folks - Anikka, Mike Love, and Linda! Big shouts to Boom and Mia... Great to finally meet you folks! Quick side note: Boom and Mia's On Demand was my favorite show on radio... I shit you not. I love Carla D, though, don't get it twisted! Haha!

When I was processing the photos, I kept on LOL-ing because I don't remember most of the shots I took. It felt like the Hangover's closing credits. It was fun though... Wild night, but fun nonetheless. We should do it again!

#FLOTG.

UNSCHLD | OCTOBER GRAPHIC TEES

UNSCHLD, our Deer Valley neighbor, has been killing it on the graphic tee department for years. In a market flooded with corny designs, UNSCHLD has separated itself by having its graphic game always in check and on point.

Month after month, they've been dishing out strong releases and has proved to be one of the best in the scene. October is no different.

TITAN 2K13 TOURNAMENT - THE QUALIFIERS

The Lightning Squad is setting a 2K tournament unlike anything we have seen anywhere.

On November 10, at the RONAC Art Center, Titan will kick-off one of the biggest (if not the biggest) NBA 2K tournament to date.

At stake: ONE (1) YEAR SUPPLY OF SNEAKERS. ANY PAIR. FOR A YEAR.

Yes, you read that right. You won't have to camp out, struggle, and miss out on ANY of the releases for a year. On top of that, the champ will also get a brand new PS3 console, an NBA 2K13 game, a 1-of-1 WIP Cap X Titan "CHAMPION" cap, a trophy, a medal, and a year's worth of bragging rights.

The Qualifying Round will start on November 10, with the Championship Round starting sometime December. Do you think you have what it takes?

Registration is open until the 31st of October. Entry fee is only Php 750.00.

For more details, peep the poster below. For a detailed set of instructions, jump to titan22.com.

TITAN X UNSCHLD "DEER VALLEY TITANS" DUFFEL BAG

I don't know about you, but it is close-to-impossible for me to go home empty-handed whenever I drop by The Deck.

I picked this up last week - TITAN X UNSCHLD "DEER VALLEY TITANS" DUFFEL BAG. Coming from one of 2011's strongest capsule collections (if not the strongest), anything DVT is highly coveted. The quality on this is on point, and it's crafted by UNSCHLD - there's no doubt it looks good. This joint just makes me all the more excited for this year's TITAN X UNSCHLD connection.

#ONSMASH /// KANYE WEST "WHITE DRESS"

There's nothing much to say here... It's a dope, soulful song backed by the perfect (unofficial) video to cap off a stressful week - hence, the post title.

So grab your drink, sit back and let the weekend in.

PUMA RE-SUEDE COLOR

PUMA took one of the brand’s most well-known and iconic shoes, the Suede, and re-tooled each component with the highest degree of recycled materials, delivering sustainable style through an unforgettable look and a pop of color to re-introduce the PUMA Re-Suede Color.

An icon of culture, the original PUMA Suede was famous for its bright colours, suede material, and custom lacing techniques throughout the 70s, 80s, & 90s.  Today, the PUMA Re-Suede has been developed using the latest materials and processes in eco-friendly product innovation.

The synthetic ultra suede upper material is created by Toray, leaders in the development of environmentally-responsible materials. The synthetic suede is comprised of 100% recycled polyester fibers and the outsole is made from Double R Rice Rubber.

The new footwear is incredibly light weight, thereby reducing the fossil fuels needed in transport, saving 15 tons of carbon emissions for every ten-thousand pairs shipped.

The Re-Suede will be sold in PUMA’s Clever Little Bag, a cutting-edge innovation in sustainable packaging that replaces traditional shoeboxes.

The PUMA RE-SUEDE Color will be available at Sole Academy starting Monday, October 15 and will retail for Php 4,710.00.

TITAN X WIP CAPS | '36 CHAMBERS' RELEASE PARTY

One of my favorite albums of all time - an album I will never delete in my iPod, is getting some WIP treatment.

Paying homage to the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, WIP CAPS is releasing a limited edition '36 CHAMBERS' joint, exclusively available at Titan.

A party will be thrown to celebrate the event with DJ Nix Damn P and DJ Aryan bringing the ruckus.

Also, Series 1 of our Sneaker Sticker project with Titan is dropping that day. Cop a pair and you get a pack for free. 'Till supplies last! When they're gone... They're gone.

Peep the poster below.

TITAN X LOCKER ROOM LEGENDS | GOLD MEDAL PACK

At exactly 12:00AM this morning, Titan announced another banger of a drop. Titan Players Club members were given the opportunity to secure via e-mail their very own pair of either the Gold Medal Kobe 7s or the Gold Medal Hyperdunk 2012s (Just in case you are wondering where the KDs are at: A different set of mechanics will be provided for the Gold Medal KD 4s - to be released any moment now).

Unfortunately, the list is already closed. I hope you did not turn in early last night!

But don't stress, Titan's got love for everyone. The Gold Medal Kobe 7s and Gold Medal Hyperdunk 2012s will still be available to the public on a first come, first served basis. They are dropping TODAY, by the way.

On a personal note, it is with great pride and honor that we present to you a series of artworks we did with and for the Lightning fam. A real goosebumps moment when there's that X in between Titan and Locker Room Legends.

TITAN PLAYERS CLUB BIG DAY OUT

The fam from Lightning Country is on to something. Hmmm... What could it be?
All I can tell you is: LOYALTY has its privileges. This is gonna be big!

INTRODUCING: THE NIKE LEBRON X

Just a year ago, I hated LeBron James with a passion. But now, I'll be the first to admit that he has gained my respect. Although I am still one of his biggest critics, he has showed me and the rest of the world enough of himself and his abilities to make believers out of haters.

LeBron James through the years has developed the type of maturity that can only be molded from the pain of defeat, year after agonizing year. Resiliency forged alone in the fire of hate; both internally and from the masses. And the skill - not the raw, untamed kind - but the one acquired from constant pressure and battering. LeBron has been through the very bottom of the fiery pit, all the way to the top of the world.

Nike acknowledges this journey, and so for their tenth outing they created a shoe that would reflect everything LeBron has been through and his transformation.

WELEGENDARY | OCTOBER UPDATES

Our favorite skateshop WeLegendary opens October with a sick line-up of gear that will have you stuntin' from head to toe.