This Wicked Life

The Real Ironman

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:56:56 +0000

So, you like flying suits, do ya?

Well, they’re not just for comicbook superheros anymore. These guys are the REAL ironmen. This has got to be the most extreme sport on the planet.

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Commercials: Think Outside the Box … er, Trunk

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:52:55 +0000

Awesome commercial. And if you’ve ever had your car broken in to, you want one, because it is a hassle.

I do wonder how many people actually walk into this dealership thinking they’re going to get a trunk monkey though? You know there’s got to be a few. There always is.

Kiteboarding is for Girls

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:44:48 +0000

So that’s what you get when you combine 2 amazing things … sort of like Reese’s peanut butter cups.

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La Mar by The Beautiful Girls

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:39:34 +0000

Great band. Great songs. If you like the beach, you’ll love The Beautiful Girls.

“… no, that’s the band’s name. The Beautiful Girls. Yeah, that’s what they’re called. No, they’re not girls. That’s just the name of the band. Yeah, seriously.”

Note: … ever have a conversation like that?

Not Your Typical Extreme Sport …

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:32:45 +0000

In fact, it’s not technically a sport at all.

But it deserves a place in the Adrenaline category ’cause it takes quite a bit of the heart thumpin’ stuff to skirt past armed security for the love of spray paint.

Trivia: The Secret Service is the only agency where you’re trained to remove the safety on your weapon AS you draw it, rather than after you draw it.

Commercials: Be Real

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:26:12 +0000

This Dove “campaign for real beauty” commercial called “Evolution” does a great job of opening people’s eyes. Show people the truth. Everybody loves the truth, especially when it really is this dramatic.

Commercials: Be Epic

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:23:11 +0000

The Halo 3 E3 trailer pretty much has it all when it comes to building the hype. Take a cherished brand, give it new life … and don’t forget the booming crescendo during the hero shot.

Glen Hasard from the Movie “Once”

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:17:13 +0000

The movie stars Glen Hasard and Marketa Irglova. Great little movie, especially if you like live folk music. Both of them are really talented and there’s quite a few really good songs and scenes in the movie. I guess when it clicks, it clicks.

Can You Feel it on the Subway?

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:11:29 +0000

Music can happen anywhere. And it SHOULD happen everywhere.

This is Naturally 7 on the Paris subway. It’s funny how the ”captive” audience is all uncomfortable at first and then they’re all kickin’ it, singing along and flip-phone filming.

Rodney Mullen: Skateboard Flipper Extaordinaire

TWL — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:07:36 +0000

Great skills. Rodney absolutely owns that board. Rock solid balance and technique. Reminds me of Dave “Miracle Man” Mirra making it look so easy, X-Games style.