Big Gus drops by Tribal HQ Posted July 1, 2009 Big Gus drops by Tribal HQ World-reknowned tattoo artist and Tribal contributor Big Gus dropped by Tribal HQ today. If you would like a chance to meet Big Gus face to face, here is a short list of his upcoming events: July 17 - 19 Body Arts Expo Pomona Fairplex, Pomona CA more info July 25 - 26 Chatanooga Tattoo Arts Convention Chatanooga Choo Choo, Chatanooga, TN more info August 14 - 16 Caged Ink Pomona Fairplex, Pomona CA more info Click here to buy the girls Big Gus Sheer tee now available in choice of three colors at tribalgear.com Click here to visit Big Gus' Myspace profile Fernando Gonzalez wins Gladiator Challenge "Venom" Posted June 26, 2009 Fernando Gonzalez wins Gladiator Challenge "Venom" Tribal sponsered MMA sensation Fernando Gonzalez wins Gladiator Challenge "Venom" on April 23rd and is now the Champion of Gladiator Challenge's Light Heavyweight class. in doing defeating his opponent, James "DEAN" Cordrey, Fernando improved his overall record to 14-6. Fernando's next fight is a title defense bout at "High Impact" July 23rd Casino Pauma in San Diego CA. For tickets to the event please visit virtual box office or call 888-VBO-8858. Click here to visit Fernando Golzalez' Myspace profile The Beatnuts Visit Tribal HQ Posted June 26, 2009 The Beatnuts Visit Tribal HQ The world famous BEATNUTS and PSYCHO REALMs SICK JACKEN, DJ FM. stop by TRIBAL to hang with the clique before the NUTS SD show. Photos From Estilo Weds at the Office Posted June 25, 2009 Estilo Weds with Tribal Last night's Estilo Weds at the Office was a huge success thanks to all the Tribal Clique who came out for a fun time. Southtown Generals played two amazing sets, DJ Unite held it down into the wee hours spinning classic hip hop. If you couldn't make it you missed out, dont miss next month's event July 29th! click here to see more pics from June's Estilo Weds Photo Reprints from Estilo @ the Office Now Available Posted June 24, 2009 Photo Reprints from Estilo @ the Office Now Available Welcome to the Worldwide Tribal Clique, driven by a mash up of culture. 20 Years as owner of Tribal has given me the opportunity to capture images of some interesting personalities. Here are 13 of my favorite images. Enjoy! thanks, Bobby Ruiz These reprints use "LightJet" technology, the exact process and materials as the originals on display at the Office. click here to browse the selection of photo reprints from Estilo @ the Office Tribal Launches Back to School 2009 Clothing Line Posted June 23, 2009 Tribal Back to School 2009 Tribal Gear USA announces the launch of our Back to School 2009 Supplemental Catalog. Our Back to School line features 5 all new tee designs and 5 classic tee designs from the vault re-released for the first time anywhere. We also have two classic girl tee designs and 3 all new hats available. Wholesale Customers: contact your sales representative to receive the Back to School 2009 supplemental catalog. Online customers: click here to browse the Tribal Back to School 2009 line Estilo Wednesdays at the Office. Posted June 19, 2009 Estilo Wednesdays at the Office. Every Wednesday night at the Office is Estilo Weds. This coming Wednesday the 24th is a very special TRIBAL GEAR event featuring the photography of Bobby Ruiz. We'll also bring you a performance by the Southtown Generals, lowriders, motorcycles, models, Tribal Gear giveaways, raffle tattoos by Nitty's / Mr Flaks. There will be drink specials on Rock Star / Vodka, and the night will be hosted by MTV VJ Lilli Garcia. Dont miss this incredible event! Click here for more information on this event. OG Abel and Peque Paint the Tribal Gear warehouse Posted June 18, 2009 OG Abel and Peque Paint the Tribal Gear warehouse Og Abel and Peque stopped by the Tribal Gear warehouse to paint a wall. We got some quick video clips of the action and posted them to Youtube for all to see. Click here to see the Youtube video Artist of the Month: Alex Garcia Posted June 15, 2009 Tattoo by Alex Garcia This month we spotlight the inimitable talents of Alex Garcia. Alex is a relatively new addition to the Tribal stable of artists but his unique style is bold and instantly recognizeable. In recognition of his talents we have created a special category for his products. Click here to read the full Q & A Click here to visit Alex Garcia's Myspace page. Click here to browse Tribal's Alex Garcia collection. Tribal Ink N Iron Party: Special Performances Featuring Cashis (Shady Records), Q Unique, DJ FM (Psycho Realm) Posted June 2, 2009 Special Performances by Cashis, Q Unique, DJ FM If you're attending Ink N Iron, or just happen to be in the L.A. area this weekend, DO NOT MISS the Tribal / Art Connect party at Club Ice Saturday Night. Featuring exclusive performances by Cashis (Shady Records), Q Unique, DJ FM (Psycho Realm) and more! Starts at 9 pm, Club Ice is located at: 48 South Pine Ave. Long Beach CA 90802 Click here for more details and to see the complete flier Click here to visit the official Ink N Iron website Mercito Gesta wins "Havoc at the Hard Rock" Posted May 29, 2009 Tribal sponsored Boxer Mercito Gesta Tribal sponsored Lightweight Boxer Mercito Gesta Wins the main event at Rogue Boxing's "Havoc at the Hard Rock" in San Diego. The fight lasted only 44 seconds before he won by TKO. Click here to view the Youtube video clip Click here to visit his website Justin Bua Limited Edition Skate Deck Posted May 29, 2009 5 lucky people will get their Justin Bua deck signed! The new Limited Edition Justin Bua Deck is now available! We're randomly selecting 5 lucky people who order this deck through tribalgear.com to have their deck automatically upgraded to one of ten decks signed by Justin Bua! Only 100 of these were made so get yours now before they sell out! Click here to get your Limited Edition Justin Bua Skate Deck now Tribal Gear at Ink - N - Iron Festival Posted May 28, 2009 Tribal Clique at the Ink - N - Iron Festival The Ink - N -Iron festival kicks off next weekend June 5th - 7th at the Queen Mary in Long Beach CA. This is one of the largest tattoo conventions on the West Coast and features 280 tattoo artists, live music, vintage autmobiles and more. The Tribal Clique will be there representing to the fullest. Drop by booth #408 to pick up some new gear or just hang out. Click here for more information about the Ink - N - Iron Festival Bboy Lil Rock Interview Posted May 21, 2009 Bboy Lil Rock Interview Recently Bboy Lil Rock of the Killafornia Crew stopped by Tribal HQ for a quick interview. Lil Rock discusses his recent collaboration with Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas, Issue #2 of Bboy 911 Video Magazine and his recent battle with Bboy Born at World of Dance 2009. Click here to see the interview video BrIsk One: A Visual Exhibition Posted May 21, 2009 Brisk One A Visual Exhibition Be sure to catch longtime Tribal collaborator Brisk One's Visual Exhibition at Voz Alta Gallery. The reception is Friday May 22nd 7 pm - 11 pm. This show will feature new works by Brisk One and runs until June 5th. Click here for more information MIsk 1 "Connected" Posted May 21, 2009 Graf artist Misk 1 discusses his work Graf artist Misk 1 discusses the synergy of art and technolgy in his recent work "Connected". Misk 1 explores new materials and techniques in his cutting edge artwork. Click here to view the video Chimaira Spotted on Tour Rocking Tribal Gear Posted May 19, 2009 Chimaira Guitarist Rob Arnold Rock Band Chimaira recently wrapped up a U.S. tour. Lead Guitarist Rob Arnold took the time to send us a few pics from the tour of the band rocking Tribal Gear. Click here for more pics Click here for more info about Chimaira including upcoming tour dates Wuv's Getting New Kicks From Tribal! Posted May 15, 2009 Wuv Signature Shoe Sneak Peek - Full Reveal Coming Soon Wuv from P.O.D. stopped by Tribal HQ to check on how his color way was coming along for a new Tribal Shoe. As you can see Wuv was stoked on the progress of his color way. Still Top Secret, so Please keep checking back to see updates on his shoe and the rest of the new styles dropping for Holiday 09. Tribal Hoop Jerseys Now Available Posted May 13, 2009 Wuv, DJ Ratty and Fieldy wear Triba Hoop Jerseys Tribal Hoop Jerseys are now in stock. Featuring specialty application or print on chest. Printed dazzle side panels. Custom T-Star logo yoke 20 years patch, Inside labels and taping. Click here to see the full selection of Tribal Hoop Jerseys Zane Art Show at Galeria con Safos Posted May 11, 2009 Zane Art Show at Galeria con Safos Dont miss the opening reception for longtime Tribal contributor Zane Saturday May 16th 7 - 11 pm at Galeria con Safos, Pomona. Click here for more information Click here to get one of Zane's recent Tribal tees New Tribal 09 Hats are in! Posted May 8, 2009 Lil Rock and new Tribal Hats The new Tribal hats are in! You can pick one up at your nearest authorized Tribal dealer, or at the tribalgear.com online store. Get them before they are all gone. Artist of the Month: Risk Posted May 8, 2009 Artist of the Month: Risk This month we spotlight legendary graf artist Risk in our "Artist of the Month" Column. Risk has been involved with Tribal since day one back in 1989. You can get his latest contribution to the Tribal line at your local retailer. Read the full story here Tribal Party at the Office, May 6th Posted May 5, 2009 Tribal Party at the Office, May 6th Music by Psydecar, featuring members of South Town Generals (Members sof POD, Agua Dulce and Psydecar) no cover before 10 pm. $5 after. Free Tribal Giveaways, drink specials, Taqureos (danger dogs, TJ tacos, etc) DJ's, custom rides and more! Hosted by Solrak from B Side Players. Special Celebrity Guests TBA. Happy Birthday to Daniella from Southtown! First in a series. The last Wednesday of every month we will have a Tribal party at the Office! The office is located at: 3936 30th St (near the interseciton of 30th and University) For more info visit their myspace: myspace.com/officebarinc Reverse Triangle Submission by Toby Imada. Posted May 5, 2009 Toby Imada. Click to watch video. Check out this amazing reverse triangle submission in the semi final match of the Ballatore tournament by Tribal sponsored fighter Toby Imada. Toby's opponent, Jorge Masvidal, had been favored to win it all on ESPN deportes. in 5 weeks, Toby is in the FInals, be sure to tune in to ESPN deportes for scheduling information to see this much antipated title bout. To see more pics and videos of Toby in action visit his myspace profile Tribal Gear featured on VIMBY.com Posted April 28, 2009 Tribal Gear featured on VIMBY.com VIMBY (Video In My Backyard) is a video content site devoted to capturing young lifestyle and culture all over the nation. Recently VIMBY shot a feature story on Tribal Gear and its now live on their website. Check out the video on the right or go to their site at VIMBY.com Marka27's Killa Instinct Tribal Posted April 20, 2009 Marka27's Killa Instinct Tribal Last month we teased you with a tiny look at Marka27's collaboration with street culture brand Tribal – Killa Instinct Tribal. Today, we have the full reveal. The design features a slick white/black design with Tribal logos throughout (even on the cans and pens) and a medium dose of blood splatter. Produced by Bic Plastics, this one will debut in limited quantities at SDCC '09 in the Toy Tokyo booth. Sweet design though the Blokhedz GID ed. is right there. Artist of the Month: Jose Lopez Posted April 17, 2009 Jose Lopez Recently Jose Lopez took the time to complete a Q & A session for our new "Artist of the Month" Column. His Answers provide insight into what motivates him as an artist and individual. In recognition of Jose Lopez' amazing talents we have created the Jose Lopez Collection Click here to read the Jose Lopez Artist of the Month Q & A Shady Records Cashis new Single Pre-Release Posted April 13, 2009 Shady Records' Cashis Hear the Pre-Release of Shady Records Capo Cashis new single "Jus Anutha Day" produced by DJ Khalil. If you like what you hear, be sure to support Cashis by requesting this single at your local radio station or adding it to you myspace profile. Click here to listen to Cashis' new single "Jus Anutha Day". FLAKS Tee Collection Available Now Posted April 10, 2009 Flaks and the Flaks Collection FLAKS tees are in and available at your local shop or online at the Tribal Gear online store. Check out the New FLAKS 09, SICK FLAKS, FLAKS G and the Classic FLAKS T STAR. Make sure you pick some up before they are all gone! Check out the Flaks Collection. Check Out Shug Knight rocking the Mark 5 Zip Hood. Posted April 7, 2009 Shug Knight rocking the Mark 5 Zip Hood A TMZ camera crew recently filmed Shug Knight out on the town wearing a Tribal Gear Mark 5 Hoodie. Click on the link to go to TMZ.com and view the video. Click here to visit TMZ.com and see the video. Good Guys Car Show Wrap Up Posted April 7, 2009 Tribal's '65 Chevy Shop Truck The World Famous Good Guys Car Show took place last weekend at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in San Diego. The Worldwide Tribal Clique was there in force with eight classic rides of our own to go with the many other amazing vehicles on display. Here's a few pics from the show. Click here to see more pics from this event Tribal x Marka27 – Tribal Edition Killa Instinct Posted April 1, 2009 Tribal x Marka27 – Tribal Edition Killa Instinct Marka27's Killa Instinct from Bic Plastics brings vinyl back to its urban roots. So its only fitting that he has collaborated with legendary street culture brand Tribal on the Killa Instinct Tribal Edition due to drop at San Diego Comic Con '09 (7.23 – 7.26) @ the Toy Tokyo booth. From this teaser 'slice, it looks this one is a study in contrasts -- the clean, a metallic silver design + Tribal logos with the dirty -- blood splatters. The use of the silver gas mask instead of the standard-issue black seems to really give this Killa a very different feel. Check back with us when the full figure is revealed. The Tribal Edition is roughly 9" tall and will retail for a suggested $90. Check out Franco and the rest of the Orange County Inkhouse crew in February's issue of Tattoo Magazine Posted March 19, 2009 Benji Maden and Franco Vescovi Franco Vescovi the owner of Orange County Inkhouse, has a full spread where you can see his work and the rest of the OC Inkhouse artist. Franco's been a longtime supporter of Tribal. Check out his latest tee shirt design for us. You probably have seen Franco's work on celebrities such as Travis Barker, Fieldy and Carey Hart just to name a few. Go pick up a copy and stop by the shop to get some fresh ink! Click here to see more pictures from this story. New Spring 09 tees are hitting shops Posted March 12, 2009 Handled tee and Spider tee Check out the Spider and Handled tee. Tribal Gear Spring 2009 Line Launch Posted March 5, 2009 Nicolette wears the Dagger Girl tee Featuring new tees for guys and girls, shoes, skate decks, Fieldy 2 and Jose Lopez Signature shoes and much more! If you didn't get a chance to drop by our booth at magic to see our new catalog and line, please contact your wholesale sales representative. they will make arrangements to send you a printed or PDF version of the catalog. Retail customers can visit their local Tribal Gear Authorized Dealer or shop the official Tribal Gear online store The Fieldy 2 Signature Shoe is here! Posted March 1, 2009 Fieldy (Korn) with Wuv (POD) and Qunique (Stillwell) The long anticipated Fieldy 2 Signature Shoe is now shipping! Avalable in mens sizes 8-12, constructed of durable black suede & nubuck with printed pattern, embroidered bass clef on outside toe, white contrast stitching & vulcanized sole. Online customers can get a fieldy 2 mens tee for just $10 when also purchasing the Fieldy 2 Signature Shoe. (Regular price $22) Click here to get your pair.