Welcome to the 8th entry of the WACC chronicles... today we open with this picture of the Hotel S:

 

 

I've heard several stories pertaining to this building, and it sure does seem like it has some kind of legacy behind it, but for now, it is serving as a hotel and residence, that includes some spots to wine & dine in comfort and moderate luxury. It's actually billed as a place for grown folk to take a load off - we might have to put that to the test one of these days!

 

Here is my 'Specular' after a nice a polish and some light maintenance:

 

 

I wanted to experiment with new angles and came up with this one:

 

 

As well as new locations for shooting our bicycles, going for edgier and 'street' like locations for WACC...

 

 

Talking of which we also have to give WARP a shout out for giving us a look in and also some nice words:

 

 

Other than that, last week we decided to take some time out, a take a company holiday... which meant waking up early:

 

 

Which was worth it when trying to get the best spot on the beach:

 

 

Setting up our base...

 

 

Before going off to hit the waves on surf boards...

 

 

And of course, Sup Boards courtesy of Peaks5...

 

 

I got tumbled around quite a lot and drank a fair share of ocean water while using a lot of muscle and energy, which made me grateful for the BBQ we had after...nice settings too:

 

 

The food definitely matched the settings with highest grades of meats and vegetables being selected for the grill...

 

 

Who can see the beef tongue? I think they really cut out the whole of the animal's tongue...

 

 

Pork lovers were not left unsatisfied too, the seasoning that went into it was proper on point...

 

 

That piece of pork was trapped in tin foil like a caterpillar in a cocoon, and the finished result was just as beautiful as a butterfly:

 

 

Quite excited to let you know about plans for the rest of year, and won't jump the gun too much, but we have a lovely collaboration lined up with team FACTRY:

 

Best to follow them on Instagram...

 

 

 

 

 

To round up this post I want to draw you attention to this service:

 

 

Being offered by Arian Rock, who is currently residing here in Tokyo:

 

 

What is Qi Gong?

 

 

 

For more information contact Arian: arianrock@me.com 

 

Signing out with this jam...

 

 

 

 

Our W.A.C.C project has been making good head way in the press since last month...

 

 We need to thank HOUYHNHNM who not only posted about the 'Specular' but also featured our full 2017 line-up:

 

 

 

 

Using Cartel's Instagram we have been giving the 'Specular' a jolly good push as summer is definitely a good season for riding this relaxed cross-breed bicycle, today we present you with a simple custom version of it:

 

 

Starting with handle bars; we have fitted them with tanned leather grips by Brooks, as the tanned colour really suits the bronze/copper type frame:

 

 

 

The copper colored object with a black looking switch:

 

 

This is actually a bell made by the good folks at Knog, in-fact it's probably the coolest looking bicycle bell ever made...

 

 

The only way we could have done the handlebars justice is by also giving the saddle to Brooks also tanned, and you'll notice the saddle is followed by their challenger tool bag (kit):

 

 

 

The B17 saddle:

 

 

The tool kit:

 

Not forgetting the subtle beige streak on Michelin's Dynamic Classic tire:

 

 

The result?

 

 

You need the bike before you can custom it, so start with our 'Specular'...

 

Yours for ¥69,120


 

We must start by apologizing for being away so long, but instead of me I'll allow the late and great Don Blackman to speak for me:

 

 

Here at W.A.C.C music is definitely a part of life, and this album is an all-time classic and a deserves a place in everyone's record collection even if it's just for the artwork alone...

 

 

That said, it's such a nice feeling to be back and we look forward to sharing with you all a more diverse array of contents in the form of goods, media and activities. 

 

As you know we concern ourselves with cycling, music, and books and recently I had the pleasure of reading 'The Master and Margarita':

 

 

The saying "don't talk to strangers" marks the opening chapter of the book, from there you the reader get whisked away on a scandalous journey through the darkness into the light, with plenty of vodka and cognac on the way. Indeed why does the prince of darkness roll around with a big black tom cat? What's the guy with a huge fang have to do with him? And who would ever believe he cares for love?

 

 

Nothing can beat the mind's eye and Bulgakov's words feed your imagination a full course meal, however, some ambitious directors have taken it upon themselves to bring the book to life so as to speak:

 

 

I have not watched the film and doubt I ever will but if you must...

 

It's perfect 'Specular' weather; with Tokyo's grueling summer heat you may feel inclined to step away from riding fixed gear and settle for a more relaxed ride, which is exactly what this urban touring bike offers its riders especially for short to medium length rides.

 

 

Just so you know we're doing well and are still in West Azabu and continue to explore the many gems contained hidden around us...like Elima

 

 

One of few shops in Tokyo specializing in 'SUP'...

 

 

I'll leave you now with the sounds of 'Lord Tusk' blessing us with new sounds:

 

 

 

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