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The thing I don't like about 1500's is the tiny shadowed "N". The 576 Made in England and 1300 Made in USA are my favs.

That sucks.

I was just thinking about this. In the recent months, I've gotten stuff from Japan, England and Canada (i'm in California) and haven't got hit w/ any customs. The packages from Japan were sent EMS and marked gift as was the package from England. The package from Canada was sent via Canada Post and the declared value was $150 Canadian and not marked as gift. Still, no customs. Lucky, I guess.

What about Jake Unkutt? Not sure about on-foot but I thought he was doing Japan hook-ups?

5-panel over fitteds anyday for me, especially DQM 5-panels. I don't know where they source their hats but they fit my big head nicely. Supreme 5-panels...not so much.

It may have something to do with being old and having a large head. I mean, how can I walk around w/ a sz. 7 1/2 sticker on my fitted and the damn thing actually fits?

405 Indy's, baby!

^ They're the "Tennis" Sk8 by Greg Galinsky. Some better pics are in the Vault section on the Vans site.

Right now I'm two-thirds through The Brief History of the Dead, Kevin Brockmeier and I find myself trying to slow down as I don't want this book to end just yet. Really good. Reminds me of David Mitchell (Ghostwritten, Cloud Atlas).

The vulcanized sole makes it look more like Gucci biting Vans biting Visvim biting Sioux.

I still need sz. 10 Shakers though.

Sprained my ankle while shooting hoops in running shoes. I was going to change shoes but was lazy. Never again. Came down from a rebound and rolled it so my foot was basically on it's side. I don't think I've ever screamed as loud as I did that day. Tore ligaments, turned black and blue, major swelling. No running for months. I almost lost my mind.

I don't care for shells w/ a detachable hood. That said, I might have to overlook that 'cause the purple/tan jacket looks really really nice. Looks like i'm going to have to plan a trip down to sunny LA in Spring.

Flannel Sk8s and Eras look nice but the purple Half Cabs are a must have for me.

How's the sizing on Jordan IV? I cant try them on and Im not sure if I need a 9 or a 9.5. 9.5 is my "safe size" that work pretty much every time but I dont want them to be too big and crease a lot.

Basically I wear a

9.5 or 10 in Air maxes (9.5 being snug but not uncomfortable)

9 or 9.5 in Air forces (9.5 being a little to big)

9.5 in stan smiths

? in Jordan IV?

Well, I think they run true to size, at least the Millitary and Mars do. I wear a 10 Dunk/AF1 and basically every other non-running Nike. 10.5 AM1 & AM95.

Both my Military's and Mars are sz. 10 and they fit fine. I can't speak on the retro Wht/Cement or Blk/Red IVs from '99, I think. Not fortunate enough to own those.

I need sizing advice for Alife footwear, specifically the "Zeropoint". Does anyone know if they run true to size? For reference, I wear a 10 Vans Slips and Sk8s. Also a 10 in most Nikes except running shoes (10.5).

Thanks.

I more person who needs some Shakers in a sz. 10. I prefer Sand but Black would work too. Why oh why did I pass on these?

And 18,000 yen? That's only $150ish right? Can that be right?

Got a pair of New Standards before they sold out - fucking sweet! Thanks Scott!

So was I too late? I sent an email but haven't heard back yet.

Email sent.

1 pair, APC NS Raw. Wish they were a sz. smaller but they'll work.

Chukkas look real nice but I'm disappointed w/ the Half Cabs. Is there something I'm not seeing like some sort of pattern or texture to the leather? Need to start looking for them to see them in person.

Email sent. Let me know when you can. Hope you're feeling better.

First try using a dry method. I would try a good stiff brush. If that doesn't work get a suede stone, scrub and then brush. You might also try an eraser. Last resort is that suede shampoo but it hasn't ever really worked for me. It leaves the suede hard.

You're shoes are black so spots won't show up too bad. Good luck.

Just to torture myself, what size were those plaintoes?

Nike FC is pretty close

Beams? Kinda reminds me of the Vans X Beams Sk8 from awhile back.

I've always wanted to try some rolled-up slim chinos and no socks w/ burgundy beefroll Weejuns but it doesn't look right on me.

Probably stick to standard Cali wear, tees, shorts and some simple sneaks (Purcells, Vans slips ) or over the top sneaks (Jordan Grape V's, Oddity Adidas Stan Smiths or the crazy New Balance Neon Fish joints I just picked up.

A Dunk Mid is horrible enough on its own. That plus the "watermelon" colorway AND fur is a Care Bear nightmare.

Remarkably, I think they're the best of the three and I wouldn't mind a pair if they weren't so expensive!

All over the place...

Gza, Liquid Swords

Beck, Sea Change

Getz/Giberto

Ella Fitzgerald, Best of the Song Books

Brandi Carlisle