Each SPY+ Ken Block custom frame reflects the spirit of all things Block.
From the laser etched black drips on the Kubrik as seen on Ken’s #43 ride to the custom logo detailing on the Murena, these pieces are dripping with style.
SPY+’s Ken Block has finally perfected every detail of his new signature eyewear line to ensure you look good in the fast lane.
We are proud to offer eight new styles in the Murena, Kubrik, Cooper XL, Kash and Logan models.
Each SPY+ Ken Block custom frame reflects the spirit of all things Block.
From the laser etched black drips on the Kubrik as seen on Ken’s #43 ride to the custom logo detailing on the Murena, these pieces are dripping with style.
Limited quantities are available now exclusively through Zumiez + Zumiez.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Carlsbad, CA—Monday, September 20th, 2010— Ken Block’s Gymkhana THREE Part 2; Ultimate Playground: L’Autodrome was officially released this past Tuesday, September 14th. The Gymkhana THREE Project was broken into two parts in order to take the best elements of Gymkhana 1 and 2 and kick them up a notch. Gym3: Part 1; The Music Video Infomercial, featuring The Cool Kids, focuses on the advanced marketing and production styles of Gym2. In contrast, the highly anticipated Gym3: Part 2 Ultimate Playground; L’Autodrome, focuses purely on Ken’s aggressive and extreme driving style.
In its first week, Gym3: Part 2 received 7.5 million views, was the most viewed video on YouTube, and topped the Viral Video chart. To date, the Gymkhana series as a whole, produced by DC Shoes, has been viewed more than 70 million times worldwide. Gym2 received numerous accolades including a spot on Ad Age’s list for “The Top 10 Viral Ads of All Time”, a “2010 People’s Telly Silver Award” presented by You Tube, and a “2010 Bronze Pencil Award”, in the “Online Branded Entertainment” category, at the One Show Entertainment Awards. With featured tricks such as, multi-directional Segway donuts, a 360 and “alley-oop” on the bank, and a 1440 rain spin, Gym3 Part 2 is sure to not disappoint.
SPY+ Ken Block. This partnership establishes Ken Block as an official ambassador for the SPY brand aligning one of the most prestigious eyewear brands with the most prolific marketing machine action sports has ever seen. SPY is proud to have been a part of Gymkhana THREE Part 1 with the “Cool Kids” wearing the Tice and Kubrik shades. SPY’s branding can be seen on the tail fin of Ken’s 2011 Ford Fiesta as he tears up the asphalt in Gymkhana THREE Part 2; Ultimate Playground: L’Autodrome.
In celebration of the Gym3 Part 2 release SPY is proud to announce its most recent collaboration with Block.Dropping in Summer 2011, SPY will release a signature collection of products that reflects the spirit of all things Block. SPY has been working closely with Ken in order to perfect every detail of this signature line to make sure it’s completely dialed in. Look forward to Ken rocking SPY in and out of races and look for SPY signature style to grace the now infamous Gymkhana video series. Stay tuned to spyoptic.com for more details.
SPY is the brand that invites you to Live Thru Our Lens…
SPY Optic was created by a passionate group of action sports and motor sports enthusiasts who quickly attracted the attention of the world’s best athletes. Based in Southern California, at the crossroads of an emerging Action Sports culture in the mid-nineties, the SPY brand was born. Representing our unique position as an entity immersed in Boardsports, Motor sports, Fashion and Culture. SPY is the Brand that invites the world to “Live Thru Our Lens.”
The SPY brand has supplied not only the fashion to suit your passion; it has been a market leader in eyewear related technology. The SPY Scoop® venting system combats lens fogging by promoting airflow between the lens and the wearer’s face. SPY’s polarization treatments supersede existing eyewear standards with its premium injected Trident polarized lenses. The lenses effectively eliminate more than 99 percent of blinding glare for precise, unobstructed vision. Look for SPY to keep pushing the boundaries for both taste & technology! Stay on top of all the biz at spyoptic.com.
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Yeow Benny B! Congrats on taking a 2nd place finish at the 6th Annual Sweetwater Pro Am Surf Contest in his hometown of Wrightsville Beach, NC! The inconsistent chest to shoulder high waves and steamy hot weather made for yet another successful event. Both sand and ocean was jam packed with sun soakers and surf enthusiasts throughout the entire event! Despite Spy’s Mike Losness not making it to the finals on Sunday afternoon, he was out and on the jet ski afterwards towing contestants for the Red Bull Tow At Challenge huckin some dudes at some high tide surf.
The SPY crew spent a few days in Wrightsville Beach out to support Sweetwater and the SPY team riders. Between our SPY bat signal, our snow cone giveaway in the 90+ degree weather, the human corndog contest, the human water weenie contest, a Friday night dance party with DJ Lord Walrus at Red Dogs followed by some impromptu midnight body surfing. You could say we managed to keep pretty busy!
In true SPY fashion it was time to puke and rally when a SPY Saturday night jam featuring Organix at Red Dogs came knocking…SPY made sure EVERYONE walked away with sore feet and sweaty armpits as once again the house was packed and the dance floor was jumping. We can’t wait to come back next year!!!
Gorilla Marketing in Wrightsville Beach!
Benny, double fisting as usual!
SPY Surf Segment Manager John Oda is always down to share!
The SPY base camp in Wrightsville Beach, NC
Spy team rider Wade Goodall with a public service announcement!
Back lot of the surf contest
Nothing is cooler than a snow cone. Not even The Fonze!!
Mike Losness does a signing in between heats
Corn dog anyone? You know your hungry!
Corn Dogged Contestants
Benny B as the judge - voted the gal as the winner! She beat out her comp by taking an entire bottle of mustard in the face!
She earned her SPY’s!
SPY’s Nick Rupp wears the Kubrik in black
Rumor has it that Josh from Spy is really into tying guys up. Here he demonstrated his skill set.
As his suit fills up with water, he must sprint a 30 yard dash and back
Weenies!
Testing the SPY bat signal out for two solid nights of debauchery at Red Dog’s…
At Red Dog’s for Friday and Saturday night, the $50 fishbowl was THE drink of choice for people looking for a long painful morning.
Mike Losness and Paul Fisher saying what’s up
The Spy/Reef model search quickly turned into a search for open space!!
Reef Model contestant
Benny B gives the thumbs up
Inside Red Dog’s
Try getting to the bar…good luck! Benny B and Mike Losness on the back screen in their latest Reef film ‘Cancer to Capricorn.’
“The Daily Habit” with Ben Bourgeois and musical guest Between the Buried and Me – Thursday 5.20.10
Today we’re bringing you another epic Reef Week show; one of Florida’s top surfers, Ben Bourgeois, is here in the studio. Plus, today’s musical guest Between the Buried and Me brings their metal chaos to the Stride Sound Stage. Also, youth group leaders Jordan Morris and Jill Donnelly get lost in the mayhem at the third annual Punk Rock Picnic. Ben Bourgeois’ sponsors include: Reef, SPY+, Placebo, Dakine, Vertra and Sweetwater Surf Shop.
“The Daily Habit” with SPY’s Mike Losness – Wednesday 5.19.10
We continue Reef Week with surfer, artist, Reef team rider and all around SoCal ripper, Mike Losness. Plus, Mike joins Timmy Curran on a California rail ride at the premiere of “The Union Express.” Also, we’re bringing you a never-before-seen, jaw dropping musical performance by the ever entertaining Foxy Shazam. Mike Losness’ sponsors include: Reef, Spy Optic, Timmy Patterson Surfboards, Adina, Dakine and Body Glove.
Congratulations to our winner: Katie from Palmdale, CA !!!
Katie has won a sweet ski gear set up Duncan Adams style courtesy of SPY, Breckenridge Ski Resort, Spyder, Level Gloves, Level 1 Productions, & Dynastar Skis.
Enjoy your new gear Katie and congrats from the SPY CREW!
Check out SPY’s interview on BNQT.com for Street Beat. SPY+ Brand Manager Matt Harkins gets a Q&A…and yes we’re celebrating our sweet sixteen–almost legal!