Monthly Archives: July 2012

The Chrome Delta

The Chrome Delta is impressive.  When I first got the Delta I thought, ‘this sucker is small’.  Don’t be fooled, it will Houdini your gear in a way that will make you shake your head in unbelief and impressment.  I’ve only rode with the Delta for the last couple days and have already found several benefits.  Check out the photos below for an inside look at the Chrome Delta.

Although this bag was designed from Chrome Familia Member Ed Wonka and the vision he had in mind with FGFS; It also serves as a really good board carrier.  The two front straps secure the board snug to the bag and is comfortable to ride with.

Right out of the box the Delta shows its impressive detail and Darth Vader’esk appearance.  The black Delta is so clean looking, its appearance is as if it was cut from Vader’s cloak itself.  Don’t let me geek out on you with this one, but it honestly was my first impression.  I love it!

One of the first movements that I have seen Chrome make to a different Griffin style to represent their iconic symbol.  I really like the clean simplistic design of this.

This shows nothing, but is holding everything.  As mentioned above, the Delta is truly deceptive in the quantity it will house.

Obviously Stanley is the standard to be carried in any Chrome bag I use.  It will only be filled with quality bourbon (disclaimer: depending on my current cash flow)!

As I progress into the bag with my daily carryings… my note book and solid Terrible One koozie are a must.  Ideas for Folly, adventures, dominating that next trick, new creations, etc. hit me at random when I’m cruising the streets.  I must always be prepared to take a seat, have a quality beverage, and entertain these ideas.

This photo does not show how significant this is unfortunately, but in my hand are 18 custom Folly tee’s.  Not shown is my 13 inch MacBook Air and a medium size book.  With everything listed throughout the photos, there is still plenty of room for a good bit of stuff.  I could easily house a six pack of brewskies, dinner to go, tools, etc.

Finally I show all of that bundled appropriately.

This is the outcome from only a couple days.  Make sure to keep an eye on our Instagram (@createfolly) as I use the Delta on Folly adventures.  Kyle Steed (Creative dude here at Folly via Dallas) has his District in the mail to review when he gets back from Colorado.  Currently he is rockin the Camp Vibe lifestyle with a fishing/camping trip.

The Bravo and Victor are currently on their way to Folly HQ for test and review.  I love giving these Chrome bags hell as I rip the streets and parks throughout the city’s around the nation.  They never let me down; they only continue to impress me even when I approach them with a critical eye.  Know that if you invest in these Chrome bags you will be investing in a bag that will house your goods successfully and comfortably for years to come.

DOZE

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DOZE x COACHELLA from DOZE Collective on Vimeo.

I’m really diggin DOZE. The Ride x Create vibe flows deep with these guys!  make sure to head over to DOZE and check’em out for yourself! 

“DOZE is a company that strives to come up with high quality products that are inspired by unique creative individuals. It is a brand that believes in and promotes creativity.” – DOZE

Lower Southside

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Damn!  Chrome is comin out with so many bangers right now!! Shoes, several fresh bags, and SICK edits like this with the most hyped FGFS riders known to man!!  LEGIT!!  Yes, I will look like I work for Chrome for next week or so LOL.  They’ve been so generous and supportive.  I’ve got 4 new bags to review.  Get ready for some Folly x Chrome love!  Ride x Create, I’m off to the skate.

Capital by AIAIAI

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Ashley Douglas – Make the City Sound Better from AIAIAI on Vimeo.

One of the best promo vids I’ve seen in a while. 

“In collaboration with i-D Magazine and photographer/film maker Klaus Thymann, AIAIAI proudly presents a film that showcases the Capital – the latest addition to the AIAIAI headphone family.

Featuring BMXer Ashley Douglas AKA the king of the inner city skate parks, The film shows the new foldable, durable headphones in action on the streets of London.” – AIAIAI

AGENDA

If you’re in the Long Beach area you should definitely make sure to check out the Agenda Trade Show!!  Dope company’s like Eswic, Almost, Blood Wizard, Chrome, Dickies, FTC, MИШКА, Poler, SE Bikes, Sitka, and Vans are a very short list of who will be in attendance.    

About the Show:
The Agenda Trade Show is a forum for the most inspired in the streetwear and action sports industries to unite. Lines speak for themselves and buyers are not intimidated by the usual overwhelming tradeshow experience. From the garage-run lines on the verge of explosion, to the well-established elite, Agenda caters to the needs of buyers and brands that exist on a higher level of design and aesthetic. With a strong emphasis in style, art, music and culture, the Agenda experience is as much a lesson as it is a tool.” – Agenda

Agenda Long Beach
Wednesday, August 1st, 2012
9am-7pm &
Thursday, August 2nd, 2012
9am-6pm

Long Beach Convention Center
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802

Bravo x Victor

Chrome bangin out some sick bags these last couple weeks!!  Can’t wait to get my hands on them. Brian from Chrome has done an amazing job hooking us up with photo’s, product info and bag samples to show you, the reader, how functional/durable these suckers are.  Reviews to come your way in the next couple weeks.  I’m gonna give these bags hell.  Make sure to follow us on Instagram (@createfolly) for an inside look as we test them out.  From cycling, skating, and alcohol transportation… these suckers will be put to the test.     

Hot off the heels of last weeks release of the Delta and District Free Series bags, I am bringing you two new bags to round out our summer drops, The Bravo and the Victor.” – Brian

The Bravo:

The Bravo is a beast and will quickly become your new favorite bag because it can do it all. You can transport a 15″ Macbook Pro, iPad, U-lock, Kryptonite cable, jacket, lights, spare tubes, wrench and much more. With all this, you can still stop off at the grocery store, let out the compression straps and expand the top so the bag doubles in size to 40L, fill it to the brim with groceries and ride home happy and comfortable because of a frame sheet in the back for added comfort when you have it filled all the way up. The compression straps work exceptionally well whether you are hauling wheels or an LP. And, you can feel confident hauling a laptop in the padded sleeve this bag has. Best-of-all, the bag looks Ninja.

The Victor:

The Victor is a utility bag that holds everything you need for the everyday grind and nothing you don’t. You can take a phone, windbreaker, emergency bike tools, even a sandwich and still ride in comfort. The front reflective strap can be easily modified (removal of a stitch) to hold a U-Lock. If you don’t feeling like carrying a backpack, the Victor is the bag you’re looking for.