David Chiu

5k + New Vibram Five Fingers

(29.25min 5k) This morning I ran 5k in my brand new Vibram Five Fingers. The feeling was weird at first, but liberating. I definitely could feel the muscles in my ankles, feet and calves working harder. I could feel the ground ... more

LA Marathon Training Week 2 – 4 miles

I didn’t do my homework. According to the LA RoadRunners training schedule I was supposed to run two days last week, but that didn’t happen. In fact I wasn’t able to do any training of any kind due to my ... more

Jump Zeto Unboxing

Rebel Scholar hooked me up with a fresh pair of Jump Zetos! These shoes will make you look and feel like a rockstar! They’re unreal. You’ve got to see them in person. Here is the un-boxing: ... more

VISVIM Canoe Moc-Mid

(photo via Hypebeast) Clean and sophisticated is what I’d call these leather un-lined Chukka-style shoes put out by Visvim. The shoe will release exclusively at F.I.L. locations which means you’re out of luck if you don’t live in Japan or Hong ... more

New Balance + Basketball + Moccasin = A20

(via Hypebeast) I’m lovin’ these New Balance Basketball Mocassin shoes. It’s a nice departure from all the boat-shoes the design shops are putting out for the season. ... more

Band of Outsiders x Sperry Top-Sider Chukka

(via FreshnessMag) I’m loving this tri-color version in flannel. They look comfortable and warm. ... more

Supra Muska Skytop TUF Green

(via FreshnessMag) Supra has introduced the Skytop in TUF Green with an emergency orange outsole. Definitely a must have for this fall. ... more

Clae – Fall 2009

(photos via FreshnessMag.com via TBR) [Clae Russell Grey Wool] Clae is previewing their second delivery from their 2009 Fall collection. I’m loving the Russels in the wool/leather combination. I definitely need a pair of those. [Clae Russell Navy Wool] [Clae Khan Forest Green] [Clae Romare ... more

Clae Russell. Black Patent.

via Clae: “With its sublimely simple styling incorporating a smooth pull up leather upper and a classic cup sole, the Russell is the thinking man’s mid-top. Its supple leather lining and the cloud-like feel of a custom molded foot-bed will have ... more

Vael Project Deckard Mid Canvas

via Vael Project: “Sure other brands have canvas boat shoes, but most of them suck.. VAEL developed a process for coating canvas which treats the fabric with a weather- proof coating. A Vibram deck sole ensures a quality ride and comfort ... more