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San Diego Girls Basketball

Youth basketball in San Diego has gotten a whole lot better in the last year. On March 15, 2014 SD Intensity Basketball began its journey to the top of the San Diego youth Club scene. Coaches Sophia Knight and her … read more

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Brand Profile: Pidgin Orange

It may not have the most diverse assortment of designs or products, but Pidgin Orange is a cult classic in the chic surfer scene. Created in Newport Beach, CA by graphic designer Gabriel Tennberg and surf shop owner, Jeff Yokoyama … read more

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Headphones. All day. Everyday.

No doubt, if you’re reading this, you own at least 1 pair of stylish headphones. I personally own 5 different pairs and am still collecting. I like having a pair for every occasion. I dabble in music production so my … read more

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Brand Profile: Saturdays Surf NYC

Saturdays Surf NYC started as a shop in Manhattan’s SoHo 3 years ago. Today is has a full line of clothing being sold not only in its brick and motar retail location, but also through other shops and online retailers. … read more

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Classic Band Tees Revisited (Or Ripped Off)

They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. Well the 7 bands listed below should be very, very flattered. Their tee shirt designs have been ripped off so many times that today’s youth might not even know the … read more

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Duffle Bags. Get ready for summer travel.

As summer begins we’re all planning at least a couple of weekends out of town to enjoy the warm weather and if we’re lucky, some time at the beach. Even those uptight New York financial types are heading to the … read more

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Maps and Atlases. Casbah. San Diego.

This band is fronted by a long-haired, bearded, hippie-looking dude. But don’t let his looks fool you. Dave Davison has a powerful and unique voice. They put on a great show to support their work, complete with some lighting work … read more

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Essentials Vol. 1

Incase 15″ Messenger Bag Shure Professional Mixing Headphones iOmega 350gb External Hard Drive iPhone 4 (cracked screen, MLK Monument wallpaper) Parliament Lights Rosebud Salve form.function.form leather bracelet Circle K and Chargers lighters Sabre No Control Sunglasses in Black Tortoise Shell … read more

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Reasons why Steve Jobs is rolling over in his grave.

1. I know they are just rumors, but a 7.85 iPad? Next thing you know they’ll be adding a calling option to the iPad… and then it’s an iPhone. If you think the iPad is too big and maybe you … read more

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