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Skaterdater is a short film that was released in 1965. It was Produced by Marshal Backlar, and written and directed by Noel Black and was the winner of the Palme d'Or for Best Short Film at the 1966 Cannes Film Festival.[1] It was also nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Short Subject category. First prizes in international film festivals including Moscow and Venice.
The film tells a story with no dialogue. The surf rock-esque soundtrack was composed by Mike Curb and Nick Venet with Davie Allan and the Arrows playing "Skaterdater Rock" [2].
It was the first film on skateboarding. It was distributed theatrically, both domestically and internationally, by United Artists. It was reviewed extensively, including "Time Magazine".
The skateboarders were members of the neighborhood Imperial Skateboard Club from Torrance, California. Their names are Gary Hill, Gregg Carrol, Mike Mel, Bill McKaig, Gary Jennings, Bruce McKaig and Rick Anderson. Most of the action shots were taken in Torrance, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes Estates. The final shot was Averill Park in San Pedro.

We are extremely proud to announce that we are the Australian distributors for California based Publish Brand.

"Publish exists to stir your imagination and, in turn, be inspired by you as well. We are part-time clothiers, full-time bridge builders. We aspire to refine daily life by delivering premium, timeless products and ideas that transcend the realms of art and fashion. The collection includes pieces that are utilitarian, yet refined; an orchestrated ensemble of premium outerwear, denim, tees, accessories and cut & sew pieces. Publish is a company established around the principle of manufacturing goods that are classic, even timeless in their sensibility. Casual with an heir of sophistication."

If you haven't yet heard about their Jogger Pants...you will soon. Check the video.

Today for Tomorrow -

Pretty sure we're well overdue a trip to Bali...

And we can guarantee some serious time will be spent with the guys from Deus at the Temple of Enthusiasm.

Finally got to see the movie 'Drive' on a recent business trip toThe Philippines. Calling soundtrack of the year, hands down.

Check out sound clip (no official video?)...turn the lights down low and turn the volume up.

Travel is a big part of everything we do at CLAE. Whether for pleasure or work, travel fuels our creativity and always inspires.

While on a recent bi-annual shoe development trip to Vietnam where we not only put the finishing touches on our A/W 2012 collection, but also prepared for the launch of Spring 2012, we made a short film that captures just a glimpse of the energy we experienced during our daily moped commute through the chaotic streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

Here's wishing you a year filled with adventure, no matter where your road may lead in 2012.

Enjoy the ride.

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Shot using a mixture of 5D MKII and Super-8 footage, “It’s Better in the Wind” is a 15-minute exploration into viewing the world from the exhilarating position of being on two wheels. Scott Toepfer hopped aboard his trusty Yamaha XS650 and explored the Western United States, all the while training the camera on the people and places he saw along the way. Two-years in the making, it’s a pleasure to see the final result.

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West Coast meets east, or does it? Define your own style with the Wilder, our newest release for Autumn/Winter 2011. Featuring a leather/nubuck upper and a fully leather-lined interior, the Wilder challenges the idea of a traditional basketball sneaker with elegance, quiet sophistication and ease of motion for all walks of life.