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Justin Fox
16-03-09, 11:02 AM
http://www.supertouchart.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/tk_200903_art_bikes__595157.jpg

This past weekend Lance Armstrong introduced two new custom-painted Trek Madones as part of his larger “Stages Art Tour.”

The Art Tour, spear-headed by Nike and benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF), will include a variety of art mediums, not just Trek bikes, and draw from a pool of talent that currently includes 22 commissioned artists.

For its part, Trek has committed bikes to serve as canvases for some of these artists; (the exact number of bikes that will be revealed as part of the exhibit has yet to be determined). The artistic vision will come from the artists themselves; the execution will likely come from Trek’s Project One team and Trek’s internal design staff. In other words, the artists will develop the concepts; Trek will paint them.

The entire “Stages” art collection is scheduled to cumulate in Paris on July 16. The collection will then go on tour, visiting galleries in New York, Los Angeles, Portland, and potentially other venues. Eventually the collection will be auctioned off to benefit the LAF.

Please keep in mind that the “Stages Art Tour” is a Nike and LAF initiative and that Trek is serving in a supporting role. The prospect of Trek eventually gathering all bikes for an in-house or Trek-sponsored exhibit is uncertain. Also, these bikes are one-off rolling works of art and will not be offered in Project One.

“Stages” aside, much like we have done with the 1274, bear, and “triple-crown” bikes, Trek will continue to supply marquee athletes like Lance Armstrong and Alberto Contador with our own in-house designed, custom-painted bikes. As Trek’s athletes compete in the world’s biggest races and on the world’s biggest stages, and as new products are unveiled for these races, expect to see more custom bikes that showcase our best-in-class products and Project One craftsmanship. Some of these custom paint schemes may eventually be offered in Project One. Stay tuned for more info….

http://www.supertouchart.com/2009/03/08/lacycle-killerslance-armstrongs-new-kaws-trek-madone/

http://www.supertouchart.com/2009/03/08/lacycle-killerslance-armstrongs-new-barry-mcgee-trek-madone/

http://www.trekbikes.com.au

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/projectone/

Purt
16-03-09, 11:19 AM
Those teeth are pretty cool!!

Although from a distance the bike looks pretty crappy graphics wise. Personal opinion..... ;)

evil
16-03-09, 11:37 AM
hmmm Kaws chompers all over :D sickness...

I want the stages pack sneakers :P of course :P

Lorday
16-03-09, 02:24 PM
Purt I concur, lance must have been doing a phelps when that was designed.

singletrack
16-03-09, 02:26 PM
Nice :) I saw this on Lance's twitter stream a week or so ago.. which by the way ROCKS!

Justin Fox
16-03-09, 03:20 PM
http://www.supertouchart.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/tkkkk_200903_art_bikes_heads_-blk1.jpg
Barry McGees is different too. I'm looking forward to checking all of them out, wish the exhibition was local!

ukalipt
16-03-09, 04:24 PM
barry mcgees concept was to decorate a carbon fibre as if it was an old steel racer. he did a great job.

crank
16-03-09, 04:55 PM
Ugly, ugly paint schemes. :(

TOU93
18-03-09, 12:32 AM
Nike released some really really cool shoes to go along with this stuff, i can't remember where i saw it but i will post the link when i do.

evil
18-03-09, 08:21 AM
Nike released some really really cool shoes to go along with this stuff, i can't remember where i saw it but i will post the link when i do.

Its called Stages. bunch of artists and nike coming together to make yellow and black stuff with Lance's principles.


'Stages' brings together more than 20 of the world’s most creative and diverse artists to create original works of art inspired by Armstrong and his mission to raise awareness of the global cancer burden. This unique project brings together the world of art, philanthropy and sport, in a way never before seen, to create artwork that represents the power of human potential in overcoming adversity. Artists participating in the 'Stages' tour include names such as Shepard Fairey, Damien Hirst, Tom Sachs, Barry McGee and Marc Newson. All artists will begin working on their pieces between now and July, leading to an exhibition at the world renowned Emmanuel Perrotin Gallery in Paris on July 16th, 2009. Once it’s unveiled in Paris, each one-of-a-kind work of art will go on sale with proceeds benefiting the LAF. The exhibit will also travel to New York, Portland, Oregon and LA with final dates to be announced.

'This year it’s about more than winning the race. It’s about people coming together to use our talents and abilities for a cause bigger than ourselves and doing everything within our power to help those in their fight to overcome cancer,' said Lance Armstrong. 'This endeavor will help raise awareness and much needed funds for the foundation and those who need it most, researchers, patients, and their families.' To further support the fight against cancer, Nike is releasing two sportswear collections, all proceeds of which will be contributed to the LAF. There will be a 'Hope Rides Again' apparel and footwear collection and footwear 'Greatest Hits' pack.

evolution of air pack
http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/images/articles/Nike-X-Lance-Armstrong-stages-3.jpg

greatest hits pack
http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/images/articles/Nike-X-Lance-Armstrong-stages-4.jpg

cutters pack
http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/images/articles/Nike-X-Lance-Armstrong-stages-6.jpg

lunar live strong pack
http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/images/articles/Nike-X-Lance-Armstrong-stages-8.jpg

then there is a clothing line as well, my favorite piece is this m65 jacket:

http://www.sneakerfreaker.com/images/articles/Nike-X-Lance-Armstrong-stages-10.jpg

all released under the Nike Sports Wear Label which has had minimal release in Australia so am unsure of what is actually coming out.

TOU93
18-03-09, 02:17 PM
^^ yeah that the stuff!

i found the link anyways, its got a pic of his white madone in there too.

http://www.supertouchart.com/2009/03/09/newsnike-x-livestrong-stages-product-for-lance-armstrong-2009/

evil
18-03-09, 02:57 PM
oh snap, didn't know they had footscape wovens :S
plus need those mr cartoon af1s.

the cutter series are meant for bike reading supposedly