The Warbird

Many People have asked me about our 307 Warbird design. What is it, Why is it? Well, imagery is an important thing when you design something you want to carry meaning. To me one of the greatest subjects is the wildlife of this Great Nation and the Great State of Wyoming. For example, our Buffalo logo is something that all wyomingites know as more than just a native creature, but as a symbol of the state, as represented on our state flag.

Why an eagle you ask? Our National bird the Bald Eagle is a symbol of Power, Freedom, Intelligence, keen eye site and Superior hunting ability. If you have never seen one, you should make a point before you die to do just that. They are truly impressive birds. Massive in size and power, but so graceful. To my good fortune last week, I got the privilege to watch a full grown Bald Eagle feeding on a deer carcass just thirty or so feet from the road. Definitely a benefit to living in Wyoming.

 Pretty F*%&ing cool if I don't say so myself.

Anyway, back to my point. The Eagle in general is used in symbolism everywhere. Our money is covered in eagles. Its used in military symbolism by us, our allies, and even or enemies. Used literally all across the world in numerous coat of arms, crests, sculpture, and sacred to American Indians.

The sure fact is that just the thought of an eagle, with vast protective wings, powerful beak and talons that defeat any enemy, and deep foreseeing eyes, is an empowering visual. Please ponder this... How is it that such a massive bird can leap to flight so effortlessly, soaring above all other birds, with no limitations to its glory. That is the eagles great meaning. This is what I hope for all of us. This is why I use this image. Whether it be our Nation and its interests, our State and its beauty and opportunities, a company like 307 that seeks to represent them to the highest level, or your own possibilities in life, the eagle stands for these limitless glories with all of its characteristics.

On a side note: Stalick Brothers LLC  the Original 307 Wyoming Gear are proud supports of the US Military and Wyoming National Guard. God Bless our Troops.

Average Fuel Price? 3 Dollars.... and 7 cents.

Happy New Year... yep it's 2011. No more Justin Beiber, Jersey Shore or Lady Gaga this year folks! It's time to start Anew (unfortunately all of the a fore mentioned will be joining us). As I worked this first lovely Wyoming Monday of the 2011, I noticed a couple things happening on the news today. 1. Oprah has a her own TV network (I think I read about this prophosized in Revelations?) 2. Birds are falling from the sky in Arkansas. Which either means something weird happened or somebody gave Michael Vick a toy airplane. The most important event of the day was # 3. ... 

But first let me say something. We live a pretty volatile world. It's important to remember how fortunate we are in America, and especially in Wyoming. I am always thankful for my job, which I might add, includes being the "big jerk" who sets our fuel price at our store.

Anyway #3. The Average Fuel Price in the United States is $3.07 per gallon.
Pretty high isn't it. It's only going to get worse. My advice to the humble consumer is to fill up your tank. Enjoy paying $3.07 (or less) a gallon, because like a few years ago, the sky is the limit on how high it could get. I'm not trying to be the bearer of Doom and Gloom. Just a fair warning to my fellow gasoline engine driving amigos. Besides, it's a pretty cool number

and on a side note... I mentioned setting the fuel prices at our families store. Please remember that I don't control how much I pay for it from our distributor, and I'm paying the same price at the pump, so don't be one of these...

Again,    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

  

"Dreamville" with Stutz

           Dreams have a way of inspiring me. Of course you hear everyone say that, "follow your dreams", and  "Chase your goals... yada yada". The fact is, does anyone really go after their dreams like they say they should. In 4 short days I will be a quarter Century old, with that in mind, all I can say is that I don't know shit from Shinola (in case you don't know 'Shinola' is shoe polish). I do know this... dreams are more than just night time mental movie reels. Dreams aren't just random anything flowing together with no rhyme or reason. Dreams are specific insights into how you want things to be. Well... some aren't, but we all know which those are.

          I will spare you the scientific dream analysis garbage and get to the point. I dream some big things. But more specifically, I see details of what I want to happen when I am awake. little details.... like what bolt should go where on a car fender. It seems that my mind is more organized and focused when sleeping, then I could ever be awake. 
          I know what your thinking. Isn't everybody's? Well, probably. I know I am not extraordinary in the grand scheme of things. However the difference is that I seem to tap into a cosmic link in my dreams that allows me to connect between what I need or don't have on a very specific scale. When I draw or paint, I get myself prepared, mentally. I tune in to what I am working on (sounds kinda groovy). If I can't get in that mind set... well I can't create shit. Its like the switch doesn't turn on. The interesting thing is that my dreams... especially as of late... the dreams have been supplying me with "switches". Little glimpses I have in a dream, I seem to be able to use later to turn on my creative brain. Pretty cool huh. Yeah thats what I thought too. 

          It wasn't always like that. When I was younger, I was either motivated or not. Plain and simple. Fortunately at that point my creative brain was running the show, so stuff poured out like a swarm of bees from a shaken hive. 

          Like everything in life, a person has to hone their skills. Pro athletes workout, Fisherman fish, Ninja's chop up things. I have been trying my ass off to actually use this awareness of my dreams. Kind of like finding out you can yodel, you want to see how good you can be at it. Boy if only I could yodel! When it comes to reality, I need to do certain things. One is to design logos for the 307 clothing. I recently had a dream in which an image appeared in a fragment. Just the lower portion was visible to me.  Fortunately, the mysterious portion I saw works perfectly for a previous design I had worked on. Pretty cool indeed!

        Ask yourself as you read this... Are you taking advantage of the little things that seem to present themselves right in front of you? Or are you just rolling through the daily motions without improvement? I was. Just ask my brothers, they will agree. 
         Never the less, my point is that its easier now as I get older, to see ways to improve the things I do, by using my super special dream power (haha). So take a minute and look at what's in you're dreams. Really think about them as if there is something hidden in the jumble. If there is something that you are aspiring towards... do it. If you are dealing with a situation that needs attention...handle it. If you're like me and you use it to harness your creative endeavors, or organize your actions... well you get the picture. Its a new year approaching and I know that, its only going to be as good as you make it. so... without sounding to cheesy... sweet dreams and get off your ass and follow them.

-Stutz

The Flu...

The Flu....


isn't cool.


I've been out sick lately. Which is a rarity for me, so its got me all screwed up with all the daily activities. 

So... please, for the love of GOD! Wash your F$*&ing hands and be aware of spreading germs. 

 

...and the Winners Are!

After extending the Deadline for the SNOWDAYS GIVEAWAY GAME... the participants are entered.... the votes... tallied .... the chickens plucked.... Cheese Sandwiches... eaten...

We HAVE A WINNER! or two

First of all, I want to thank everyone that took the time to enter. The Stalick Brother LLC is proud to have such great customers with such wide (not to mention Awesome) interests.

so... here's your Winners!

Snow is cold... Fire is not
First Place: 
Cory Reeves and his Skidoo XP 800 that I am lovely naming "Fire & Ice"

Congrats on winning Cory... sorry about the sled though :s
Look the bright side, you just won a 307 SnowMoto Hoodie!


Second Place:
William Schott with this Little Red Monster Tracked thingy!
Taking the whole "Winter Vehicle" to a new extreme.

 

You win a LS 307 SnowMoto T-Shirt (LS means Long Sleeve ;) )

Third Place: 

Jeff Bugher is another winner with this sweet little race sled

 Winner winner chicken dinner... a LS 307 SnowMoto Shirt


....and its not over yet. We liked this entry so much that we made a "Fourth" Place:
Derek Smith getting sideways in a BAJA 1000 racing vehicle

That may not be snow... but thats still kickin' ass.
(check out the dudes in the back ground on quads, they seem to like it)


Your the proud new winner of a 307 SnowMoto Tshirt


ROUND OF APPLAUSE FOR OUR WINNERS!




But for entering, (which I greatly appreciate) I feel I should share the rest of the participants




Like this one from J.R. Larsen who found a deep whole in some deep Snow! hope you made it out of there

We also had some 307 SnowMoto Racing Division entries
Jason Reeves Sled wrapped in 307 goodness!

You'll notice in the photo above his sled is quoting our "307 Powering the Nation" line, by telling the rest of the world how they should feel about Wyoming. 


Shout out to my good friend Tommy in Gillette for his entry. If you need some signage made, hit up Manning Signs...

Even one of the members of the infamous Moonshiners C.C. (of which I happen to be the President) thought it was nessacary to enter. You're the man Bali Holly, haha

Thanks again to the participants for their entries, and keep a look out for 307 clothing to be doing more games, and giveaways... who knows, you could win like these here fell'rs!

Adios (that's spanish)

THE SNOW DAYS OF WINTER GIVEAWAY GAME!

ATTENTION 307 Customers and Avid SnowMobilers...

TODAY IS YOUR LUCKY DAY!

With the winter weather showing its ugly face, it is time for you to shine. 

Heres how the game works...

Send me a Picture of your tricked out Snowmobile or "winter specific motorized vehicle" to stutzkustom@hotmail.com

Title the email: SNOW DAYS GIVEAWAY
Include your: NAME, ADDRESS, Favorite Color (between white/red/blue), & shirt size.

Once you have done this, our panel of EXPERT judges will deliberate on the contestants entries and award the WINNER with an exclusive 307 SNOWMOTO item. possibly like this one...

YOU HAVE UNTIL DEC. 9th 2010. SO HOP TO IT!

The WINNER will be announced the 10th. (we are gunna make you famous)

Tell EVERYONE you can to enter. the more entries we get the more prizes we might award. #  of awards directly  reflected by # entries (1 to 10)

 Now that we have this all figured out, enjoy this picture. 

If this guy was any cooler he would be a robot

 

Take a Vantastic Voyage!

Ode to the Econoline

The 1960's was a turning point in the auto industry. The era of Chrome and Fins had come and gone, sending us into the time of function over form. Enter Stage right: The Ford Econoline. Understated and strange, the Econoline has stood the test of time with its boxy yet Utilitarian design. Commonly used for work vehicles the full body Econolines could easily be used as mobile Billboard, it took years for me to even start to like them. As I grow older and I see the numbers of 50's and 60's cars shrinking in population, the Econolines of the 60's seem to be having a sort of renaissance. Love them or Hate them... they sure are different and can often be considered "cool".

Enjoy The Econoline's of the custom variety

 

 

 

Vans are cool. I like the truck version the best.

HAVE A "VAN"TASTIC LIFE!

Stutz out.