Archive for October 27th, 2008

My life: Signed Nike CB4 Chris Bosh HyperDunks

October 27th, 2008 | Category: My Life | 1 comment

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I got these signed  CB4 Hyperdunk sneakers in the mail today! Very Stoked! It also came with the Chris Bosh Nike apparel line.

Thank to Chris Bosh and Beleza!

These drop October 30th if you want to get your hands on them.

For more info on the CB4 Hyperdunk here 

My Life: Nike Global Influencer Package

October 27th, 2008 | Category: My Life | 1 comment

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I was fortunate enough to receive another Nike global influencer package today. This time it came in a crazy wooden box with the Pegasus insignia branded into the box.Wow! Very impressive.

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The Nike Air Pegasus is celebrating 25 years. So Nike decide to bless the key influencers from around the world with this limited edition box of goodies, which includes a Pegasus t shirt, shoe bag, stickers, history booklets and vintage paraphernalia.

The content and the details of the box is simply incredible. I photograph a couple of the items to show you guys and girls.

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The press kit and data came in a floppy disk envelop to give it that vintage feel but it was obviously a cd. I even got my very own running number patch. I guess I might have to run that marathon of life coming up.

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‘The shoe that started as a mission to provide the “everyday runner” with an affordable, reliable option has now marked a quarter of a century. Pegasus has tested its limits, pushed the boundaries of runners’ comfort zones for consistency, and proven that it, too, can recover from a fall on the course and get back on track.  “I think it’s one of our great success stories and it’s a terrific shoe,” said Phil Knight, Nike’s co-founder. “I think if we could’ve planned it all the way out, we wouldn’t have ever withdrawn it. But we were having trouble innovating it and keeping it to the high standards, so I think the way it evolved is just fine.  It’s a big success story … a big part of the running story.”  And with 25 years under its belt, the Pegasus is just hitting its stride. Given Nike’s renewed dedication to the franchise, Pegasus should be carrying a new generation of runners on its wings for years to come.”

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Vintage newspaper clippings

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Thanks to Nike for their continued effort to getting me fit and running!

Did I mention that these new Pegasus have the nikeplus technology. Incredible!

Check part of the history below:

Going Back to Move Ahead:  With sales growing and a loyal fan base returning, Pegasus continues to be Nike’s all-time best-selling running shoe. The Pegasus has also joined the rest of Nike’s stable of running product and is now Nike+ compatible, allowing runners to insert a sensor in the shoe to communicate with their iPod nano or Nike+ SportBand to record their kilometers, pace and calories burned.  To mark the 25th anniversary of its wide-spread release, two versions of the men’s and women’s Air Pegasus are on slate for 2008: Air Pegasus 25 and Air Pegasus SE (Special Edition).  Both feature the original Waffle design and a simple yet effective upper, which were inspired by the original Pegasus. While grounded in its heritage, the new Pegasus models also have an eye on the future. The 2008 versions feature the latest natural motion technology and flex grooves, as well as a revamped encapsulated Air bag that accommodates the Nike+ sensor while remaining intact from heel to toe.  A new women’s-specific Pegasus Fit appears in the 2008 model. First introduced in the Zoom Structure Triax+12, the fit echoes women’s foot structure more. A women’s specific Heel Cradle offers more comfort and the shoe weighs 13 percent less than its predecessor.  The men’s version also shed the same percentage in weight, thanks in part to its new lighter, softer Rideliner.  The Air Pegasus SE has an upper similar to that of the original Pegasus in 1982, with both the men’s and women’s versions available in their original colorways. Intended to be released in limited quantities, the Air Pegasus SE is not only a tribute to the legendary life the Pegasus has led, it’s also a nod to the man who revolutionized the running world with the Waffle sole: Bill Bowerman.  But just as technology has evolved over the past 25 years, so, too, has the process of making shoes. The 2008 Pegasus models served as a pilot project for new standards of the Considered Index. Included in the Considered approach for the Pegasus was the use of recycled materials wherever possible, tessellated patterns throughout the design to reduce waste during production, and water-based solvents and adhesives in shoe construction to reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs).  Like Pegasus models of the past, time will only tell if the 2008 models are able to keep pace with the runners who’ve come to love the franchise, while also attracting new admirers with the consistent, reliable performance it offers at a moderate price.

My Life: Some new things…

October 27th, 2008 | Category: My Life | 4 comments

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Today I received a neatly wrapped package in the mail, I was extremely excited to open this package and to my surprise it was from Nokia. The package was wrapped in a blue ribbon and came with a chineese food box, a letter and obviously a phone.

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Whenever I receive package, I always read the letter or the note first.  I think it is important to always read what your opening. (just my thoughts) I guess opening presents at Christmas as a kid affected me. My mom always made me read the cards first.

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I received the much talked about Nokia E71 smartphone. We will talk about the phone after I show you guys what was inside the Chinese food box.

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The box contained some cool items like tea. Lemon Ginger and Ginger Ginseng to be exact.

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It also contained a candle, aloe lotion and a bamboo place mat and a rock stone (thanks joi). A small note directing me to visit www.thewaywelive.ca to find out more about work life balance.

Cool stuff!

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Okay! Let’s talk about the E71 smartphone at first glance and touch.

1. The phone is very thin, sexy and slick

2. The case and the strap is black and red. It made me think right away that this has to be the Christian Louboutin of phones.

3. Qwerty keyboard and typing on the phone is just as good as the other smartphones I’ve used.

4. It has a metallic back which I like.

5. The phone feels heavy and secure.

6. The camera is a 3.2 megapixel which will be great for Blogging Live from the phone.

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Expect a full review after I play around with the phone some more.

I’m blessed and honored to be part of this NOKIA campaign.

The phone came unlocked and ready to go with a phone number and everything…. very stoked!

Special thanks to OffShoot and  Nokia.

check out some reviews of the phone here.

To learn more about Nokia products visit here.