Waterfest 22 was just that, a festival of watercooled VWs and Audis, with an emphasis on the water. Although my previous experiences with the event have always been subject to both torrential downpours and unbearably hot sun, everything was better this time thanks to the Vossen x Thule stand and the sneak peek of the #MK7GTIRS project I’ve been secretly working on at Swoopsbuilt (@theswoops)!

After getting everything set up on Saturday morning, joining the Vossen and Thule tents and getting the cars placed around and fitted with Thule‘s rack systems, it seemed like everything was going swimmingly. My GTI made the 2am trek down to NJ from Long Island without any issues, the weather was clear, and all of the cars in the booth were immaculately clean…and then it hit.

In the blink of an eye everything was flooding and we were scrambling to fix a broken zipper on the tent, while dozens of show-goers pick the Vossen x Thule booth as their cover. Already wet from the chaos, there wasn’t much left to lose by staying out in the mess, so I made my way around, snapping photos where I could.

Nick’s 2.7T-converted Audi S6 outfitted with Vossen Forged LC-101s held down one side while Mike’s Audi Allroad on VFS-5s the other, with Brett’s A3 on Vossen x Work VWS-2s right in the middle—man, what a trio!

On the other side, running our new Vossen x Work VWS-3s, was Sam’s VW Tiguan R-Line (@samseuroshop) and my GTI, withstanding the temporary flooding just fine.

Across the showgrounds we found AWE Tuning’s (@awetuningofficial) new Mercedes-Benz C63s on Vossen Forged VPS-307s, complimenting the white, black, and red scheme wonderfully.

As quick as it came, the rain moved along, and by the next morning everything was dry and hot once again. After detailing the cars again and getting the ItsWhiteNoise (@itswhitenoise) SLS on Vossen Forged VPS-302Ts parked up in the booth, it was time to relax, teaching passersby about the new Vossen Forged and Vossen x Work lineups.

Across the way hid one of our favorite cars, VW of America’s Passat R-Line, which was on LC-106Ts the first day of the show, then VWS-2s the second. Riding on Accuair Suspension (@accuair) installed by our friends at Boden Autohaus (@boden_autohaus), the Passat has traveled around the country with VW this year, attending enthusiast and Global Rally Cross events throughout.

Hidden behind the Passat is our other project with VW, this Mk7 GTI sporting Vossen Forged LC-103s in Heritage Gold. Stay tuned for a video of Volkswagen’s Vossen-equipped cars.

After a late night shakedown voyage to Englishtown, the GTI held up spectacularly—and before anyone asks, yes it is getting painted, no it’s not done. Fitted with Vossen Forged VPS-317 wheels, measuring 19×11 front and rear, the Rocket Bunny kit (by @pancrossllc) really means business. Hiding AP Racing’s Radi-CAL big brake kit (@ap_racing-by-stillen) up front and wrapped in Nitto (@nittotire) INVO tires, measuring 285-30-19, the three-spoke forged wheels definitely attracted as much attention as the widebody kit.

Once we removed one of the Rocket Bunny flares to reveal the massive amount of fabrication that Swoopsbuilt has done underneath the flares, it was no longer a question of “are you going to paint it?”, as the new metal of the inner fenders made things clear.

A handcrafted (and fully functional!) rear diffuser and roll cage peeking through the rear windows suggests that the car is for more than just show, but you’ll have to wait to see once it’s finished—at H2O International.

Many thanks are in order for our team of car owners and Thule’s staff, for enduring two days of rain and heat and helping with the setup, tear down, and function of the Vossen x Thule booth at Waterfest 22!

Audi Allroad // Vossen VFS-5 // Mike Callaghan (@upstate_mike)
VW TIguan // Vossen x Work VWS-3 // Sam Desmarais (@samseuroshop)
Audi A3 Sedan // Vossen x Work VWS-2 & LV-106T // Brett Sloan (@sloancars)
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG // Vossen Forged VPS-302T // ItsWhiteNoise (@itswhitenoise)
Audi S6 2.7T // Vossen Forged LC-101 // Nick Hoover (@lazerface_rictus)
VW GTI RS Rocket Bunny // Vossen Forged VPS-317 // Sam Dobbins (@sdobbins_vossen)

Words & Photos: Sam Dobbins (@sdobbins_vossen) ///// Video: Anthony Purcell (@halcyonphoto) ///// Video Edit: Anthony Delapaz (@dela_vossen)

The post Vossen x Thule at Waterfest 22 appeared first on Vossen Wheels.

Summer is here, and there’s no better time to announce and release for sale one of our most anticipated non-wheel projects of the year, the Vossen x State Bicycle 2016 Collab. The new Vossen x State Bicycle offerings have expanded in style to bring you four sizes of the traditional road bike, complete with flip-flop rear hub, as well as the all-new fat bike, a big favorite amongst our Miami-based staff.

VOSSEN X STATE BICYCLE 2016 ROAD BIKE

The pavement-friendly of the Vossen x State 2016 offerings, the road bike is available in 4 different frame sizes, accommodating riders and enthusiasts of all heights. Additionally, thanks to the flip-flop rear hub, the bike can be configured as a single speed or fixed gear drive, with included (but optional) front and rear brakes.

The Vossen x State 2016 Road Bike is an individually-numbered limited edition of 100, so don’t wait, order yours today!

Frame/Fork: 4130 Chromoly w/ Double-Butted Tubing
Wheelset: 40mm Deep V Style Wheels
Flip-Flop Hub: Easily ride fixed gear or single speed
Handlebars: Bullhorn bars with black tape
Sizes: 49, 52, 55, 59 (click here for sizing chart)
Weight: 22 lbs (Size 55)
Brakes: Front and Rear included
Pedals: Alloy Wellgo Pedals
Saddle: Synthetic Leather

Click here to order a road bike!

VOSSEN X STATE BICYCLE 2016 FAT BIKE

The more offroad-friendly of the two Vossen x State Bicycle offerings of 2016, the Monolith Fat Bike is perfect for countless terrains, making that hop from the boardwalk into the sand a breeze. Fitted with disc brakes, front and rear, the Vossen x State Fat Bike is a hybrid of States two fat bike models, creating a perfect blend of function and versatility.

The Vossen x State 2016 Fat Bike is an individually-numbered limited edition of 50, so don’t wait, order yours today!

Frame/Fork: 4130 Chromoly
Tires: 26c x 4-inch
Rims: 100mm Drilled Fat Rims
Brake: Avid BB5 Disc Brakes
Headset: 1-1/8″ Threadless
Stem: 3D forged alloy
Spoke: Carbon Steel
Handlebars: Alloy 8 x 700mm
Pedals: Alloy Wellgo Pedals
Saddle: Synthetic Leather

Click here to order a fat bike!

The post Vossen x State Bicycle 2016 Collab appeared first on Vossen Wheels.