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    The full set up: The deck is an 8” bamboo board The full set up: The deck is an 8” bamboo board. It’s pretty small though, I think an 8.5” would be better. Hardware: •Independent Trucks Stage XI Hollow •Bones Retros Side Cut Wheels •Bones Reds Bearings •Fire Ball Spacers This might be a better set up than I used to ride back in the day!!! Maybe because it’s all new, I used to piece my decks together back then, lack of money. Ha #akepele #akepeleapparel #akepeleskate #akepelestreetwear #akepelepex #portlandstreetwear #skateboard #bonesretros #independenttrucks #bonesredsbearings #bonesreds #independentstage11 #doakickflip
    Yeah, no tricks just yet. After I tightened up the Yeah, no tricks just yet. After I tightened up the trucks a bit, I jumped on, gave it a roll and felt really uncomfortable. Lol. Give me some time and I’ll be back to my old tricks. This will be a goal of mine to get comfortable again. There was a time when skating was my life, I replaced it with dancing and that became my life, both activities are greatly missed. I love this new board, especially with my brand all over it. -Renzo #akepele #akepeleapparel #skateboard #akepeleskate #akarenzo #akepelestreetwear
    I finally put this skate deck together, I’ve had I finally put this skate deck together, I’ve had the hardware for months now and decided to knock it out. I love the bottom graphic, shout out to Jess at @gamut_arts. Also, I really love how the grip tape came out, that was a labor of love. Smh. Hardware: •Independent Trucks Stage XI Hollow •Bones Retros Side Cut Wheels •Bones Reds Bearings •Fire Ball Spacers The deck is an 8” bamboo board. It’s pretty small, I think an 8.5” would be better. It’s been about 15 years since I’ve jumped on a board, I’m definitely rusty and feel very uncomfortable on it, lol. Give me some time to get my legs back and I’ll be good. -Renzo #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepelestreetwear #skateboard #skatedeck #boneswheels #bonesretroswheels #independenttrucks #bonesredsbearings
    Attention Pacific Northwest: TOMORROW Friday 9/1 Attention Pacific Northwest: TOMORROW Friday 9/1 is Breakin N The Gorge 16 at Oak Street Pub in Hood River, OR. It’s possibly one of the most fun and most scenic BBoy events in the region. It’s 16 years and counting. With that said, it’s a 2vs2 battle so BBoys& BGirls get your partner and get ready to throw down for $800 1st Place cash prize, $200 2nd place. Special guest judges: @one8kevin (OR) @kingreds.81 (WA) @bboy_gramps92 (WA) BNTG resident DJs @dj_wicked and @mightymoves will be on the decks providing the sounds. @akepeleapparel will be on site with some fresh new threads along with this dope event tee that Oskar and I worked up for you. As always, hosted by the event creator BBoy Tip Top aka @osk900. Oak Street Pub has delicious food and a vast array of beers on tap! This is a free and family friendly event. It all kicks off at 6p sharp. Oak Street Pub 403 Oak Street Hood River, OR See you on the tomorrow. #breakinnthegorge #breakinnthegorge16 #djwicked #tiptopproductions #mightymoves #akepeleapparel #oakstreetpub #hoodriveroregon #2vs2bboybattle
    Please read and please share!!! As you know @akep Please read and please share!!! As you know @akepeleapparel teamed up with @djklyph to produce a short run of commemorative event tees for this past Sundays Mic Check 7 Year Anniversary hip hop event. With that said, we still have a few tees available, so If you didn’t make the event or didn’t cop your tee at the event, you can still get one while supplies last. Here is the best part, we are honored to team up with @blackmenswellnesspdx for the remaining tees and are donating $10 from the sale of each tee to the organization. Black Men’s Wellness PDX is a fantastic grassroots organization providing resources and support for black men throughout our Portland metro area. There are a few tees in all sizes remaining SM-2XL, don’t delay!!! You can get yours at akepele.com > shop > collabos. Or akepele.com/products/mic-check-7. Much love!!! #blackmenswellnesspdx #blackmenswellness #darellward #miccheck7 #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #akepelepdx #portlandstreetwear #djklyph #djklyphproductions
    We had a dope setup and nice spread of merch for M We had a dope setup and nice spread of merch for Mic Check 7 Year Anniversary event this past weekend. I dropped a couple new pieces at the event that took off. The new Supa Dupa Fly tee and the new colorways of Hip Hop Blvd Remix and The Foundation 2023 were hits. Most importantly, the commemorative Mic Check 7 Event tee moved too and we have a few remaining, stay tuned for details on this piece. Huge thank you to my boo @melissathongtan for the assist in the setup and holding down the booth much of the night, you’re the bestest!!! Again, thank you @djklyph for having Akepele be part of the dopest event this side of the Mississippi… -Renzo #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #pdxstreetwear #miccheck7 #supadupafly #hiphopblvdtee #hiphopblvdstreetteam #hiphopblvd #sedgwickave #1520sedgwickave
    First off, the Mic Check 7 Year Anniversary was su First off, the Mic Check 7 Year Anniversary was super dope!!! If you didn’t make it out you really missed something special. I have to give a huge thank you to my friend @djklyph for always including me & @akepeleapparel in whatever you have going on. You’re a true friend and genuine supporter. For those who don’t know, Klyph loves hip hop and loves this city and uses his many platforms (podcast, radio shows, numerous events) to show love to the talent in this city, selflessly. He’s got a knack for building community, making connections, and connecting people. I call him the king of networking!!! All of this to say, he does this for simply for the love of the culture, never asking for anything in return. This is why Mic Check 7 at @missiontheaterpdx this past Sunday was so dope, all of this networking, building, and planning paid off. People showed up and showed out in such a positive way. This was such a dope event with incredible talent from open to close with many surprises throughout. Everyone was smiling, dancing, and thoroughly enjoying themselves. In addition to the roster of artists, every detail was executed flawlessly, from the VIP lanyards and artists bracelets, to the creative name badge raffle and prizes were on point. The branding was top notch. I’m extremely proud of you and appreciative of you!!! Can’t wait for this next thing we got coming up. 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼 Much love!!! -Renzo #klyphnotes #djklyph #fiah #wttn #miccheck7 #akarenzo #akepele #akepeleapparel
    Another one!!! How dope is this, my homie @djgrim Another one!!! How dope is this, my homie @djgrimrock reppin @akepeleapparel hard during the August 11th festivities throughout NY, the Mecca of Hip Hop. He graciously shared photos he took with some legends and pioneers of the culture. To say I’m jealous is a huge understatement lol…but I’m super appreciative to have my brand supported and captured during this monumental event. Thank you Mikey aka @djgrimrock, you’re a real one!!! #1 - Grimrock & @donalddbronx #2 - Grimrock & @ladypinknyc #3 - Grimrock & @therealgrandwizzardtheodore #4 - Grimrock & Outloud of Blahzay Blahzay #5 - Grimrock & @sweetteethemc #6 - Grimrock & @theofficialmcshan #7 - Grimrock & @videomusicbox #8 - Grimrock & @twincharlie. #9 - Grimrock where it all came together in 1973, 1520 Sedgwick Ave. Talk about history and some legends. This is super dope, thank you again Mikey. Happy 50th Birthday Hip Hop!!! -Renzo #hiphopculture #happy50thbirthdayhiphop #hiphop50thanniversary #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #akepele #pdxstreetwear #djgrimrock #1520sedgwickave #koolherc #djkoolherc #clivecampbell #mcshan #ralphmcdaniels #grandwizardtheodore #mcsweettee
    Peep Game!!! It’s moments like this that make Peep Game!!! It’s moments like this that make me happy and “fill my cup” as @djklyph would say… The homies @the_boombapproject rocking some new @akepeleapparel pieces during their set at the Mic Check 7 year anniversary celebration kicking off @pdxhiphopweek. When I offered to lace them up for the show, without hesitation both @destroisfresh & @ndotlang were down. These two have been big supporters of the brand for a while now and I’m grateful. Not only did they look fresh, they rocked a dope set flawlessly with the skillful @djtre206 on the decks. True professionals of their craft and true PNW legends. Much love to @djklyph for executing a dope event and having Akepele be part of history in the making. Much love goes to 📸 @chriscreatesreels for capturing this moment. Mad skills. One love!!! -Renzo #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepele #pdxstreetwear #miccheck7 #djklyph #djogone #theboombapproject #pnwhiphop #missiontheaterpdx
    Microphone Checka, Miggity Mic Checka. Check it Microphone Checka, Miggity Mic Checka. Check it out, the official MIC CHECK 7 commemorative event merch. In partnership with: DJ Klyph Productions and @akepeleapparel featuring an original design by the talented @cassodinero. These will be available for purchase at the event on 8/20 at the Akepele Apparel booth. This is a very short run of only 50 tees, SM - 3XL. Don’t sleep!!! Also, if you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, get on it, you don’t want to miss this event. It’s for the culture and for YOU! Happy 50th Birthday Hip Hop!!! #miccheck7 #missiontheaterpdx #mcmenaminsmissiontheater #djklyph #akepeleapparel #akarenzo #epitomeofdope #hiphop50thanniversary #hiphop50thbirthday
    Microphone Checka, Miggity Mic Checka. Check it Microphone Checka, Miggity Mic Checka. Check it out, the official MIC CHECK 7 commemorative event tee. In partnership with: DJ Klyph Productions and @akepeleapparel featuring an original design by the talented @cassodinero. These will be available for purchase at the event on 8/20 at the Akepele Apparel booth. This is a very short run of only 50 tees, SM - 3XL. Don’t sleep!!! Also, if you haven’t purchased your tickets yet, get on it, you don’t want to miss this event. It’s for the culture and for YOU! Happy 50th Birthday Hip Hop!!! #miccheck7 #missiontheaterpdx #mcmenaminsmissiontheater #djklyph #akepeleapparel #akarenzo #epitomeofdope #hiphop50thanniversary #hiphop50thbirthday
    Got to meet the homie Vey, tour manager for @souls Got to meet the homie Vey, tour manager for @soulsofmischief, and lace him up with some of the latest pieces from @akepeleapparel. He’s a solid dude and very hospitable. The Souls put on an incredible show and they had 2 sold out shows here in Portland!!! 93 Til Infinity. We show love!!! Shout out to @daboiboogie! Happy 50th Birthday to Hip Hop!!! #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear #akepele #soulsofmischief #93tilinfinity #hiphop50 #hiphop50thanniversary
    Happy 50th Birthday to Hip Hop!!! The consensus Happy 50th Birthday to Hip Hop!!! The consensus has given August 11th, 1973 as a date all 4 elements came together as a cohesive unit for a back to school jam in the recreation center of 1520 Sedgwick Ave. The event was put on by the father of hip hop Clive Campbell (DJ Kool Herc) and his sister Cindy! Though in recent time this date and year has been a point of discussion, I choose to celebrate with the masses, the culture that has forever changed my life!!! I am forever grateful!!! My relationship with hip hop began in the early 80s as a young BBoy that became a music fanatic, DJ, and hip hop streetwear brand owner with @akepeleapparel!!! This here is a nod to the block and the culture!!! Much love!!! -Renzo #hiphopblvd #hiphopblvdtee #hiphop50 #hiphop50thanniversary #koolherc #sedgwickave #1520sedgwickave #akepeleapparel #akepelestreetwear
    Attention Pacific Northwest: Breakin N The Gorge Attention Pacific Northwest: Breakin N The Gorge 16 is just around the corner, Friday September 1st at Oak Street Pub in Hood River, OR. It’s possibly one of the most fun and most scenic BBoy events in the region, I mean it’s 16 years and counting. With that said, it’s a 2vs2 battle so BBoys& BGirls get your partner and get ready to throw down for $800 1st Place cash prize, $200 2nd place. BITG resident DJs @dj_wicked and @mightymoves will be on the decks providing the sounds. @akepeleapparel will be on site with some fresh new threads along with something special Oskar and I worked up that’s event specific. As always, hosted by the event creator BBoy Tip Top aka @osk900. Oak Street Pub has delicious food and a vast array of beers on tap! This is a free and family friendly event. It all kicks off at 6p sharp. Oak Street Pub 403 Oak Street Hood River, OR See you on the 1st. #breakinnthegorge #breakinnthegorge16 #djwicked #tiptopproductions #mightymoves #akepeleapparel #oakstreetpub #hoodriveroregon #2vs2bboybattle
    New Drop!!! The Akepele Warhola tee!!! An Akepel New Drop!!! The Akepele Warhola tee!!! An Akepele twist Inspired by A. Warhol’s Marilyn Diptych piece!!! This is possibly one of my most colorful designs, I really stepped outside my comfort zone on this one!!! It’s fresh and fly for those summer fits!!! Can’t wait to see you in one. Only at akepele.com. Model: DJ Renz Photographer: Trent Barry Drip: @akepeleapparel Tattoos: @jayeakinart #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepele #akepelestreetwear #marilynmonroe #andywarhol #marilyndiptych #akarenzo #streetwear #streetwearfashion #handsomdjrenz #sofreshsoclean
    For the mixtape heads only… Old School Cuts Vo For the mixtape heads only… Old School Cuts Volume 2 - Heather Grey!!! Just in time for summer, a fresh new colorway of an Akepele staple piece. Only at akepele.com Shoutout to our handsome new model DJ Renz and our just hired photographer, Trent Barry. #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepelestreetwear #oldschoolcuts #oldschoolcutsvol2 #cassettetape #mixtape #blendtape #compilationtapes #hiphop50 #hiphopmusic #throwbacktee #boombaphiphop
    🚨New Drop Alert🚨 I’m excited to bring som 🚨New Drop Alert🚨 I’m excited to bring some new art to the brand and I’m dropping one brand new piece and a new colorway of a popular Akepele design this Friday, July 28th on akepele.com. You’re going to love these, they are very much a summer vibe. -Renzo #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepelestreetwear #skatewear #streetwearfashion #portlandstreetwear #portlandstreetart
    When the party theme is Purple, Black, & White and When the party theme is Purple, Black, & White and you fully understood the assignment!!! I pulled out a brand new pair of classic @Puma Suede black and off white low tops fashioned with light purple and purple fat laces with alternate checker board patterns. This is a throwback to what I rocked in the early 80s as a kid breakdancing and again in the 90s when I picked it up again. Happy 50th Birthday Hip Hop!!! #hiphop50thbirthday #hiphop50thanniversary #happy50thbirthdayhiphop #pumasuede #fatlaces #purple #purpletheme #hiphopfashion
    I’m dropping a few new tees and plan to also rel I’m dropping a few new tees and plan to also release a new colorway of the Motown 45s tee. Which one should I drop next, Black or White??? -Renzo #akepeleapparel #motown #motownrecords #motown45s #motownlables #motownonmondays
    If you laugh at this photo you’re an azz. Lol If you laugh at this photo you’re an azz. Lol Quick impromptu photoshoot. Gotta keep it fresh, fly, funky. #akepeleapparel #akepelepdx #akepelestreetwear
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