With Tour De France in full swing, another Nike LIVESTRONG was on the cards and the LunarGlide 3+ makes for a welcome addition. The continuing project between Nike and Lance Armstrong’s foundation has benefited from some great designs and this is no different. Embellishing on the yellow accent, the base of the running shoe is subtle shade of grey and makes for a great contrast.

Nike LIVESTRONG LunarGlide+ 3 is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Here is another hugely impressive installation from the continuing project between Nike Sportswear and Lance Armstrong foundation LIVESTRONG with this distinctive Air Zoom Bruin. Defined by the red upper that combines nylon mesh and suede, it is the addition of yellow in the contrasting stitching and outsole and the dark gum vulcanized construction that refines the piece.

The Nike Sportswear x LIVESTRONG Air Zoom Bruin is available now from Mellow Johnny’s in Texas.

Thanks to Nice Kicks for the info.

Nike Sportswear x LIVESTRONG Air Zoom Bruin is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

There is such a demand right now for plain black sneakers that have a little something else going on; you have all the high end fashion designers creating streetwear focused footwear lately and the sportswear companies creating high end, tech- looking shoes.. Here you have it- the release of the Nike Sportswear Blazer Mid Supreme Livestrong Tier Zero sneaker. Sporting quite the title, the shoe will no doubt be a popular choice for many, of course you will have to be fast. Featuring a soft black leather giving them a luxurious finish the sneakers also have a Livestrong logo tag on the tongue and trimmings on the swoosh all connecting back to Lance Armstrong’s foundation’s color, yellow.

The Nike Sportswear Blazer Mid Supreme Livestrong will be available at Firmament Berlin from tomorrow, July 24th.

See images below.

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The wonderful relationship between Nike and Lance Armstrong’s foundation LIVESTRONG has just released another physical and emotive commercial encapsulating all that is the strength behind such a machine; Lance Armstrong. On his 7th leg of the Tour de France he is followed from the town of Tournus to the remote ski destination of Station des Rousses, every step of the way is a battle. A battle for his title, for his foundation and for himself. Go Lance!

Nike x Lance Armstrong 2010 Nike LIVESTRONG Commercial is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

July 3 will see the release of the latest addition to the continuing work between Nike and Livestrong. The outcome is a Dunk High Premium that again is defined by the black and yellow that is represented by Lance Armstrong’s cancer foundation.

Thanks to UNDFTD for the info.

Nike x Livestrong Dunk High Premium is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Following our initial look at this impressive three way collaboration that includes Oakley, Original Fake and Lance Armstrong we can provide you with a cleaner look prior to the release on May 29. As part of the Original Fake 4th anniversary items and a follow up from the piece seen a few seasons back this will make another big impact for sure. The main highlight of the Frogskins is the well aligned ‘X’ of KAWS splashed all over the inside of the frames.
Thanks to Medicom Toy for the info.

Oakley x Original Fake x Lance Armstrong Frogskins is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Here is a new item from the 4th anniversary celebrations of Original Fake having partnered up with Oakley and Lance Armstrong. Featuring the much aligned ‘X’ motif, this time highlighted by the yellow of Lance Armstrong on the inside of the frames on the otherwise quite minimal design.

Thanks to Medicom Toy for the info.

Oakley x Original Fake x Lance Armstrong Frogskins is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Cycling’s renaissance man Lance Armstrong has created this very sleek and minimal design of the Trek District frame. A one off design which has been given the title Lance District features the carbon fibre District frame that is set-up with a carbon fiber composite yellow belt drive system that completes the look well accustomed to Lance Armstrong.

Thanks to Limited Hype for the info.

Trek x Lance Armstrong District Bike is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Our STAGES mini-site has updated with a video interview with Dustin Yellin. The New York based artist’s work is almost made for STAGES and telling the message of The Lance Armstrong Foundation. His signature 3D resin biological sculptures tell the story clearly. Watch the video here large, or below.

Be sure to check out more of Dustin Yellin’s work at his site too.

STAGES | Dustin Yellin Interview is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Here it is, the opening of the highly anticipated STAGES exhibition at O.H.W.O.W. in Miami for Art Basel. For what is serving as the final leg for the installation the renowned gallery has worked in well with Nike and LIVESTRONG to create the desired effect and more. New names are on hand with this exhibition, including the likes of Os Gemeos and Erik Parker contributing and making this a must see before the doors close on December 6.

STAGES Art Basel Coverage is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

We’ve updated our STAGES mini-site with an interview with not only Kenny Scharf (THE NEW ORDER Issue 3), but KAWS (THE NEW ORDER Issue 2) too. The Stages team turned up to Kenny Scharf’s studio to find KAWS was paying a visit too, a meeting of two era’s of Pop Art leaders. Both Artists have been involved with STAGES since its inception, showing huge support in raising awareness and funds for The Lance Armstrong Foundation.

When we consider the link between Cancer and Art, and the underlying thought process of how STAGES can touch so many, it’s based strongly around the premise that Cancer can affect anyone, so too can Art, anyone from any place, any background, any race can be affected and touched by either. Pop Art is the one genre of Art that given its purposeful relevance to Popular Culture can reach people easier than almost any other genre of art. It’s fitting that these two amazing artists are apart of STAGES, who’s purpose is not just to raise funds, but raise awareness of the fight against Cancer.

KAWS, throughout his steep climb to become one of the most famous artists in the world today, has often been compared to the likes of Haring, Warhol and Scharf, to see the New Jersey born artist together alongside his fellow Brooklyn based Scharf is uncanny, the similarities are too, Scharf so heavily and known for his influences from the likes of The Jetson’s and Flintstones, KAWS, likewise, so well known for his reference to The Simpson’s, The Smurf’s and Sponge Bob Squarepants.

Kenny Scharf’s ‘The Flintstones’ reference

KAWS ‘The Simpsons’ or ‘The Kimpson’s’ reference

You can watch the full video interview alongside many more here at our STAGES mini-site.

STAGES | Kenny Scharf & KAWS Interview is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

We’ve launched a micro-site dedicated to documenting Lance Armstrong and Nike’s STAGES project as it makes it way to Miami for Art Basel.. We’ll be on site reporting from the event, and will launch new video interviews each day, starting with Geoff McFetridge today – view his video along with some of the previous video interviews we’ve showcased since the exhibition rolled out in Paris earlier this year.

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STAGES | Geoff McFetridge Interview is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

With a strong debut in Paris, STAGES launched at Emmanuel Perrotin Gallery with a team of the world’s most accomplished and promising international artists, including Ed Ruscha, Cai-Guo Qiang, Richard Prince, Catherine Opie, KAWS, Eric White, José Parlá, Christopher Wool, Tom Sachs, Dzine, and Rosson Crow. The second part of their journey took place in New York City hosted by Deitch Projects where the team picked up four extra members with new works: the Os Gemeos twins, Futura and Dustin Yellin.

The finale will take place at one of the art world’s biggest global events: Art Basel Miami Beach. To create an even louder voice for the LIVESTRONG message, STAGES calls in Los Angeles based Christian and Rob Clayton, aka the Clayton Brothers, the furious paintings from Erik Parker and the black and white portraiture genius of artist Tomoo Gokita for a high energy show full of talent and spirit. All artwork on display as part of STAGES will be available for purchase with proceeds directly benefiting LIVESTRONG.

Tomoo Gokita “A Couple”

Erik Parker “Fake Out”

Clayton Brothers “Always Alive”

STAGES Miami will be open to the public at O.H.W.O.W. Gallery, from 4th to the 6th of December 2009. For more information regarding STAGES, please visit www.stages09.com or follow the twitter @stages_09.
O.H.W.O.W.

888 Biscayne Blvd,

Miami, FL 331132

TEL: 305-633-9345

Gallery hours: Fri-Sat, 12-8pm, Sun 12-6pm

www.oh-wow.com

STAGES moves to Miami for Art Basel is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Tom Sachs has been a big supporter of Nike and LIVESTRONG’s STAGES, since it launched in Paris earlier this year, not only creating one of the most talked about pieces of the show, but being on hand at the exhibitions and generally throwing alot of support towards the project. For the iconic artist, this project is close to his heart, not only a close friend of Lance Armstrong’s but also an avid bike rider himself. Nike and LIVESTRONG’s WNW space, will, this Friday, play host to a discussion and demonstration by Sachs looking at Bike Theft, a problem most cyclists experience at some point. The chance to see one of the icons of our time speak is something that can’t be missed.

November 20th (Friday) at 7pm
WNW
231 Eldrige Street
New York, NY 10002

Tom Sachs: Stolen Bikes. An Ethical Discussion & Demonstration is a post from: SLAMXHYPE

Colliding Forces at STAGES is a post from: SLAMXHYPE