Extremity Night for Cold Collection

Oct 29, 2018

In the Deus Portal, we presented the new Cold Collection from Deus Ex Machina composed of real winter clothes to meet the needs of the colder parts of the world. The Deus courtyard was transformed into an outdoor cinema, hosting a curious audience who attended the projection of the short film Extremity by Jeff Zwart. The movie was made in the desert of Soggy Dry Lake, north of Los Angeles, during the shooting of the collection. In-Store it was possible to touch the reconstruction of the Belly Tank, a vehicle obtained from the old tanks of WWII aircraft and protagonist of the video. Thanks to this evening, between the live concert and the dedicated cocktail named the Belly Tank, the new FW18 range remains on everyone's lips. Looking through the new collection, you will find checked cotton flannel shirts and scotch canvas, round and high neck bouclè knits, using a technique which makes the cotton thicker and warmer. Water repellent canvas garments use wool linings that incorporate old blankets and some important details allowing them to be used comfortably on motorcycles and bikes. Details include double zips on the chest that close up to the collar for maximum protection and reflective inserts on the back of the neck and the cuffs. Super new, the leather collection has models inspired by the great classics such as the bikers' "Chiodo" with the D-shaped pocket, perfect for the Deus brand. The range is also home to the original "the pistol" aviator jacket, the suede bomber jacket inspired by Steve McQueen and the clean and essential biker with the right fit for the bike. Photo: Mattia Mapelli, Loris Lillo ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Al Deus Portal abbiamo presentato la nuova Cold Collection Deus Ex Machina, composta da capi invernali veri e propri per soddisfare le esigenze della parte fredda del mondo. Il cortile del Deus si è trasformato in cinema all'aperto, ospitando la platea che curiosa ha assistito alla proiezione del cortometraggio Extremity di Jeff Zwart, realizzato nel deserto di Soggy Dry Lake, a nord di Los Angeles, durante lo shooting della collezione. In Store si è potuto toccare con mano la ricostruzione del Belly Tank, veicolo ricavato dai vecchi serbatoi di aerei della seconda guerra mondiale e protagonista del video. Grazie a questa serata tra il concerto live e il cocktail dedicato, il Belly Tank appunto, la nuova FW18 è rimasta sulla bocca di tutti. Curiosando tra i capi della nuova collezione, troverete camice di flanella di cotone in scozzese e checker, un girocollo e un collo alto realizzati in bouclè, la particolare lavorazione che rende il cotone più spesso e caldo. Alcuni capi in canvas idrorepellente con fodera in lana che riprende le vecchie coperte e alcuni importanti dettagli che permettono un loro comodo utilizzo in moto e bici, come la doppia zip sul petto che si chiude fino al collo garantendo la massima protezione, e gli inserti catarifrangenti sul retro del collo e sui polsini. Super novità la collezione in pelle con modelli ispirati ai grandi classici, come il chiodo dei bikers con la tasca a forma di D perfetta per il marchio Deus, dove originariamente alloggiava la pistola, il giubbotto da aviatore, il bomberino scamosciato ispirato a Steve McQueen e il biker pulito ed essenziale con la giusta vestibilità per la moto. Foto: Mattia Mapelli, Loris Lillo

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Setiap tahun, teman-teman kita Tasix Adventure—penyelenggara petualangan ban berlumpur dan adrenalin berbahan bakar terbaik di Bali—mengadakan acara akhir pekan berkemah yang sangat dinanti-nantikan. Mereka menamakannya “ The Wild,” dan jujur saja, tidak ada kata yang lebih pas dari itu.

Ini bukan sekadar acara; ini adalah petualangan wajib bagi siapa saja yang mencintai tanah, tantangan, dan persahabatan yang hanya bisa terjalin saat tertawa melihat teman lain terjatuh.

Hal tentang The Wild adalah misterinya. Kamu tidak tahu ke mana akan pergi, bagaimana sampai di sana, atau apa yang akan kamu temui—seperti hidup, tapi dengan lebih banyak asap knalpot.

Tahun ini, The Wild yang berlangsung pada 7 Desember 2024, mengumpulkan 135 pecinta motor enduro, trail, dan cross di Desa Kopi, Tabanan. Tepat pukul 9 pagi, kami berangkat menuju Desa Gesing, Singaraja. Rute tetap dirahasiakan hingga hari acara, meningkatkan sensasi penasaran dan antusiasme. Dengan dibagi menjadi beberapa kelompok kecil, kami melengkapi diri dengan perlengkapan motocross lengkap untuk menghadapi tantangan musim hujan.

Perjalanan? Murni magis. Jalur berkelok melalui permata tersembunyi Bali, di mana setiap tikungan menawarkan pemandangan yang memukau atau hampir membuat jantung berhenti. Rute tahun ini menghadirkan medan tanah liat merah—dijuluki tanah "keramik" karena teksturnya yang licin dan keras saat basah. Untuk melintasinya, diperlukan teknik khusus yang disebut “paddling the throttle,” sebuah manuver yang mendebarkan dengan motor yang sering bergoyang liar. Dari kejauhan, mungkin terlihat lucu, tetapi saat di atas motor? Ceritanya berbeda.

Setelah menempuh 68 kilometer petualangan liar, kami tiba di perkemahan di puncak bukit yang sudah dipenuhi tenda-tenda peserta lain dan deru knalpot. Destinasi selalu mencuri perhatian, dan yang satu ini tidak terkecuali—tempat tinggi dengan pemandangan 360 derajat yang menakjubkan dari laut, gunung, hingga kota.

Saat hujan turun, tenda-tenda didirikan, dan malam itu diisi dengan berbagi cerita tentang penyelamatan heroik dan kecelakaan yang menggelikan. Dan tentu saja, ada balapan. Bayangkan sekelompok pengendara penuh semangat meluncur di perbukitan dalam kekacauan yang terkontrol. Balapan tahun ini termasuk duel 1 lawan 1 yang seru di sekitar puncak bukit, dengan peserta menyelesaikan dua putaran penuh adrenalin.

Bukan soal menang; ini tentang hadir, tertawa, dan menikmati momen. Para pemenang dan peserta tercepat yang mencapai puncak bukit dirayakan dengan hadiah, tetapi senyuman, persahabatan, dan kebersamaan membuat semua orang merasa seperti juara.

The Wild tahun ini benar-benar sesuai namanya, bahkan lebih. Petualangan, tawa, dan cukup banyak tanah di gigi untuk menyebutnya otentik—kami tidak akan menginginkannya dengan cara lain. Terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua peserta yang menjadikannya pengalaman tak terlupakan. Sampai jumpa di petualangan berikutnya!

Every year, our mates over at Tasix Adventure—Bali’s finest purveyors of muddy tyres and fuel-driven adrenaline—host their much-anticipated camp-out weekend. They’ve named it “Wild,” and honestly, there’s no better word for it.

It’s not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for anyone who loves dirt, daring, and the kind of camaraderie you can only forge while laughing at someone else’s wipeout.

The thing about Wild is that it’s shrouded in mystery. You don’t know where you’re going, how you’ll get there, or what you’ll find—kind of like life, but with more exhaust fumes.

This year’s Wild, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, brought together 135 enthusiasts of enduro, trail, and cross motorcycles at Desa Kopi, Tabanan. The route was kept a secret until the event day, heightening the thrill of the unknown. At exactly 9 am, they shared the destination, Desa Gesing, Singaraja, Divided into small groups, we geared up with full motocross kits to tackle the rainy season’s challenges.

The ride? Pure magic. Twisting trails through Bali’s hidden gems, where every turn promised either breathtaking views or breathtaking near-misses. This year’s route featured red clay terrain—nicknamed "ceramic" soil for its slick, hard texture when wet. Navigating it required a special technique called “paddling the throttle,” a nerve-wracking maneuver that had bikes swaying wildly. From a distance, it might have looked hilarious, but on the bike? It was a whole other story.

After 68 kilometres of this wild adventure, we arrived at the hilltop campsite already alive with the buzz of activity and the roar of exhausts. The destination always steals the spotlight, and this one was no exception—a high-altitude perch offering stunning 360-degree views of the sea, mountains, and city.

As the rain came down, tents went up, and the evening was all about swapping stories of heroic saves and laughable crashes. And then there were the races. Picture a pack of overexcited riders tearing up the hillside in what can only be described as controlled chaos. This year’s races included thrilling 1-on-1 duels around the hilltop, with participants pushing through two laps of sheer adrenaline.

It wasn’t just about winning; it was about showing up, laughing, and embracing the moment. The race winners and the fastest hilltop arrivals were celebrated with prizes, but the smiles, the camaraderie, and the shared triumphs made everyone feel like champions.

This year’s Wild lived up to its name and then some. Adventure, laughter, and just enough dirt in your teeth to call it authentic—we wouldn’t have it any other way. A massive thank you to all the participants who made it unforgettable. See you on the next adventure!