Worlds collide! This collaboration between George Powell and Bruce Lee makes perfect sense, if you ask me. As a longtime fan of Bruce Lee and a skateboarder who obviously admires Powell's contributions to the culture, it's easy for me to see a seamless parallel between their worlds.
Their dedication to their crafts and their impact on their respective communities make this collaboration a natural fit, for one... but we're just barely scratching the surface there. Regardless, take a look at some of the gear below, along with some words from George himself.
Amongst many other things, skateboarding is all about resilience. And you could say the exact same thing about MMA. Speed, technique, courage... just a few more words to add to the list.
“Skateboarders hold Bruce Lee in great esteem as an enduring champion of the same 'Do It Yourself,’ 'Get Back Up,' continuous improvement attitude, that epitomizes skateboarding,” George Powell mentions in the official press release. “His philosophies encourage skaters to become individuals who find their own positive way to succeed in life, which is why this collaboration is so meaningful to us.”
“We are proud to collaborate with D-R-G-N and the Bruce Lee family to bring the skate world and followers of Bruce Lee’s teachings this extraordinary collection. Bruce Lee was celebrated in the 1970’s for his martial arts skills and motion picture successes, which have not been duplicated since,” Powell added.
“This attests to Bruce’s unique combination of speed, technique, courage and personality. Fifty years later, he is still honored with reverence and gratitude for his unique individuality, spirituality, dedication to his craft and achievements.”
The official press release conveniently also provided the collection details:
- Limited Edition Powell x D-R-G-N Bruce Lee Skull and Chucks 70s, $155 - Exclusively available at Bodega in The Row DTLA, starting Dec. 13, 2024.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bruce Lee Skull and Chucks 80s, $94.95 - Available worldwide on Dec. 13, 2024 at SkateOne.com.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bones Crew in Gold, $435 - Waterbased screenprint, oversized crewneck with boxy fit, unique wash process resulting in luxe finish, custom-milled 520 GSM French terry, made in Los Angeles.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bones Hoodie in Faded Navy, $470 - Waterbased screenprint, oversized hoodie slightly cropped with boxy fit, unique wash process resulting in luxe finish, custom-milled 520 GSM French terry, made in Los Angeles.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bones SS Crew in Navy, $315 - Waterbased screenprint, short sleeve crewneck with boxy fit, unique wash process resulting in luxe finish, custom-milled 520 GSM French terry, made in Los Angeles.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bones Tee in Ecru, $175 - Waterbased screenprint, boxy fit, unique wash process resulting in luxe finish, custom-milled 250 GSM heavy jersey, made in Los Angeles.
- Powell x D-R-G-N Bones Tee in Faded Black, $175 - Waterbased screenprint, boxy fit, unique wash process resulting in luxe finish, custom-milled 250 GSM heavy jersey, made in Los Angeles.
The gear will be available tomorrow, Friday December 13th at Bodega in The Row DTLA, as well as worldwide on the SkateOne site. Personally, I think this would be the perfect addition to any collection, but more importantly, the perfect present to find under the tree. GTWYC!
