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Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Funny Scooter Crash Ends in Faceplant – Watch more free videosSorry for the lack of updates. We’re still alive, but very embarrassed… much like the guy in this video. Thanks Tim! More posts coming soon! I can feel them bubbling up.*hopes it’s not just Dr. Pepper and fish oil supplements**shudder*

Review: 2008 Piaggio Vespa S

Saturday, September 6, 2008

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Another one of those little companion videos that go with the reviews I’ve been doing for our buddies from Motorcycle.com in the Great White North. ***UPDATE 9/7/08*** Reader feedback: Darren, on whether or not a full face helmet will fit under the seat of the Piaggio Vespa S scooter.

Review: 2008 QLink Commuter 250

Friday, September 5, 2008

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What?! TSS reviewing a Chinese scooter?! Yes, we did. I would definitely suggest checking out the writeup over at Motorcycle.com that goes with this video… and even though I’ve had more than one person say that the name “QLink” reminds them of some sort of breakfast sausage, I think they’ve really put their heart behind […]

Best use of Mods in a TV or print ad goes to…

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

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Lucozade! Big shout to David Neal for scooping up this cool ad for Lucozade. Lucozade appears to be sort of like the Brit’s version of Gatorade, except it’s been around since 1927, 38 years before Gatorade. This commercial (advert) however has been around for only 10 years and it celebrates everything Mod. You can read […]

No WONDER more people ride scooters in Taiwan

Friday, August 22, 2008

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Because their promotions really grab the consumer. No, I don’t think you understand. Watch the video. Cheers to counterspade in Taiwan for sharing!

Stunt Ape featured in Oktapodi

Monday, August 18, 2008

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Here a Vespa Ape (Ah-peh) is featured in this charming and funny video called “Oktapodi” from French artist Julien Bocabeille (who just landed himself a job at Dreamworks SKG). You can see more of Bok’s work on his blog (title link). If you are a fan of good animation, you should check out this cool […]