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Mike V Chases Down Purse Snatcher.
Things got wild on Twitter last night as Mike V chased down a purse snatcher while in Waikiki, Hawaii and Tweeted about it soon after. If you missed out on Mike’s reports (Tweets) from the scene of the crime, I present the screen captures below as well as a quick summary from Mike on what went down:
“First of all, typing on an iPhone especially when you’re all worked up can be difficult so please excuse the type o’s in my tweets. Really, it wasn’t that big of a deal. I saw a guy snatch an old ladies purse and make a run for it. He did it in front of a lot of people and plenty of people chased after him but as soon as he slowed down everyone backed off as this dude was big and scary looking. I stayed on him. I never broke into a run, as I said in my tweets I went Jason Voorhees on his ass and stalked him down until he was out of breath and could run no more. At that point it was just him and I. All the other do gooders shrunk away, it was too real. I followed him into a shopping mall and cornered him. He was exhausted from his run and I stayed right on top of him until the cops came. Right before the cops came I spoke to him, I said, “You’re cornered man. You shouldn’t have stolen that ladies purse.” He said, “Yea.” And then the cops came in and pounced on him. I walked away and just kept walking. Another night in Gotham.”
– Mike V
Mike’s Tweets:
Follow Mike V’s adventures on Twitter right here..
See some of people’s responses to the incident here.
Mike V Hitting Hawaii This Week.
Mike is heading on over to Hawaii late tonight to meet up with the Element team for an autograph signing and to get some skating done on the islands. I’m sure the Element crew will have all the action well documented but for now be sure to follow Mike on Twitter for updates and pics from the road.
Check out the flyer below for all the details on the signing.
Mike V Gets A Mohawk!
It’s true…
Dane O’Barr from Hawleywood’s Barber Shop in Huntington Beach, CA sliced and diced Mike V up this afternoon with a Joe Strummer inspired mohawk. Even Mark Choiniere got in on the action and chopped his massive locks.
Click photos for larger size.
Ducks GM Bob Murray Accused Of Injuring Michigan Woman.
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/sports_blog/2010/03/ducks-bob-murray-lawsuit-rachel-paris.html
Check out this story about Anaheim Ducks GM Bob Murray bashing a Michigan woman with a chair for being overly enthusiastic about the Red Wings eliminating the Ducks from the playoffs last year. This happened almost a year ago and clearly it seems, the Ducks have stood by their man who apparently has a record of violent outbursts. Yet, they threw Mike V under the bus for sticking up for and protecting his daughter? Shame on the Ducks!
Help Kick Start Dragons TV Show.
CLICK ON THROUGH to watch the video and to learn more about how to make a donation to help finish this project.
Over two years in development, the pilot episode of Dragons is on the brink of completion–we just need a little more help from you to finish production and make it great. What we’ve been able to accomplish so far has been fueled by independent support and belief in the project. We’ve pulled favors from friends in the film industry, used locations of families and friends, had our moms make breakfast for the crew, and rolled along on a shoe string budget. Our belief in Dragons seems to resonate. It has caught the attention of renowned skateboarder Mike Vallely, who has agreed to play the character Eric Ron, the mentor of the Dragons. Kickstarter excites us because it creates a venue for our friends, family, and new found fans to show your support. Your donations will not only keep this project breathing, but will allow us to take it to the next level.
We are looking for your help through kickstarter to raise $8,000 for completion of the pilot episode. The funds will be added to our budget to help us take care of the crew and cast, plus pay for wardrobe, props, web design and other filming expenses. We also plan to submit Dragons to t.v. pilot competitions and film festivals that require submission fees. The funds will also go toward travel expenses once we start ’shopping’ Dragons around. All these costs add up and we could use your help.
-David Lukasik
For more info on the Dragons check out: www.dragonstheshow.com
Mike V: Do Or Die Now Featured On The App Store.
Mike V: Do Or Die has been out for a week or so now and the responses have been great! Thanks to everyone who has purchased it so far. This week Apple has featured Mike V: Do Or Die in their “New and Noteworthy” section of iTunes.
Mendozagamers.com has just published this great review of the game. Check it out.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE MIKE V: DO OR DIE. Only $4.99 in the iTunes App Store.
Mike V Is Giving Away The Hat Right Off His Head (To the highest bidder)!
Mike V has officially retired his fitted Mitchell & Ness New Jersey Nets hat that he has worn almost exclusively thus far in 2010 and now it can be yours if you’re the highest bidder. This is a fitted hat size 7 1/8 that has been worn by Mike V for almost all of January and February of this year and in which he performed with his band By The Sword and which he also wore while filming his BANGIN! @ The Berrics.
Warning… Mike V wore this hat a lot… It has sweat stains and it stinks!!
We’ve also restocked the eBay store with Mike Vallely / By The Sword t-shirts and Revolution Mother cds.
Mike V Appearances At 6 Zumiez Locations This Month!
Mike V will be hitting the road later this month for appearances and autograph signings at select Zumiez stores in the midwest and northeast. These events are not to be missed!
Also, to those planning on attending these events, now might be a good time to look into joining the Mike V Fan Club. Fan club members attending these events will get their first real taste of the privilege of membership on these upcoming Zumiez dates… Private meet and greet with Mike V will be guaranteed to all members and Mike will be sure to make each members time with him in each city memorable. You can’t beat that!
Be sure to also follow Mike V and myself on Twitter. We’ll be posting updates from the road keeping you all in the mix on things. We’ve got four days to kill during the trip… who know what skatepark or skate spot we’ll show up to between Mall Of America and King Of Prussia malls? I have a felling Twitter will reveal such info during our travels!
Below are all the flyers, dates, times and locations of all the events. See you there!
March 19, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez Woodfield Mall
Schaumburg, IL
Starts at 6:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(847) 517-8750
March 20, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez Brookfield Square
Brookfield, WI
Starts at 3:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(262) 797-8864
March 21, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez Mall Of America
Bloomington, MN
Starts at 3:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(952) 814-9260
March 26, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez King Of Prussia Mall
King Of Prussia, PA
Starts at 6:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(610) 337-2379
March 27, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez Ocean County Mall
Toms River, NJ
Starts at 3:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(732) 341-2037
March 28, 2010
Mike V Autograph Signing
@ Zumiez Crystal Mall
Waterford, CT
Starts at 3:00 PM
For more info call Zumiez
(860) 444-8179
Mike V: Do Or Die Now Available.
Posted in: News, Skateboarding, Video Games, Videos
The wait is finally over! This highly anticipated title is now available for everyone (rated 4+) and can be purchased for only $4.99 on the AppStore. If you are into skateboarding games, this is IT! A game made by skateboarders for skateboarders.
Start from the legendary ‘Bones Brigade’ Powell & Peralta era and improve your skills while gaining experience to unlock exclusive game content including over one hundred items to choose from.
You can customize your character, board, wheels and ride. With over 40 tricks, licensed brands, a cutting edge control system, 7 unique skate locations and a massive open city driving mode, you will be literally glued to your iPhone or iPod for a long time!
Be sure to check out some of the great press already surrounding the game:
Review and video interview with Mike from G4.
Review from Lat34.
Review from Fuel TV.
Tons more info available at: http://mikevdoordie.com/
Mike Vallely / By The Sword Add Songs To Their Set List.
Look for Mike Vallely / By The Sword’s show tonight at The Slidebar in Fullerton to be even more special. Along with Black Flag classics like My War, Nervous Breakdown, Rise Above and Six Pack, Mike V has added classic songs by Minor Threat, The Misfits and Agent Orange to the set. Says Mike V, “These Black Flag tribute sets have been a lot of fun and in that spirit we have added a few other songs from bands that impacted me early on. It’s a lot of fun to play this material and the shows have been really well received thus far, and knowing how people have supported me at The Slidebar, I really expect tonight to go off. I’m really looking forward to it.”
Mike Vallely / By The Sword is: Colin Buis, Brendan Murphy, Mike V and Mark Choiniere.
This will be a show not to be missed… Here is all the info:
Saturday, February 27, 2010
@ The Slidebar
122 E Commonwealth Ave
Fullerton, CA
Starts at 8PM
FREE!!!
A hundred years from now, Mike Vallely (also known as Mike V) will be viewed as one of skateboarding's pioneers. He'll be remembered as a burly, glue-footed, hella-pop artist. An ATV ruler, a poet, and a fighter's fighter. An iconoclast among icons.
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