PRINT MEDIA :: UPDATED 04.30.08
LA VieFINANCIERE April 2008
PATRIMOINE // Style
Rolling Baby: Si aucun modele de poussette n'a encore puvous conviaincre des joies de promener votre progeniture, ce temps est revolu!
Piccolo Mondo: April 2008
SUPERPASSEGGINO
Un vero Gioiello: Le auto degli Anni '50 rivivono in questo incredibile modello di passeggino, prodotto da Kid Kustom negli Stati Uniti. The Roddler (questo il nome) e piu leggero e robusto dei passeggini normali, in virtu di un telaio monoscocca di ispirazione aeronautica.
Report On Business: March 2008
Splurge: Stroller Get your own custom-designed hot rod—stroller, that is
DAVID FIELDING
Too posh to push? Not exactly. Introducing the Roddler by Kid Kustoms, possibly the hottest set of wheels you—or your kid—will ever own (actually, this set belongs to NBA all-star LeBron James and his son, Bryce). Two-tone leather bonnet, suede bucket seat, custom red-walled Kenda tires and, most importantly for any happenin' dad, a fully integrated Harman/Kardon Guide + Play sound system with GPS navigation. The Roddler is the brainchild of Montreal's Jamie Coblentz, California custom king Joe Iacono, fabrication specialist Jason Albert and their friend Stephen Beallor. Each stroller is made to order. Ostrich leather carriage? Built-in LCD monitor? A paint job by George Barris, the man who did the original Batmobile? Hey, it's your baby. As for cost, even LeBron James's tricked-out model comes in a hair or two shy of a classic Silver Cross pram. But Coblentz admits three grand is steep for most parents, which is why he founded Dads Against Wack Strollers, a program that allows guys to win one of the company's creations. Says Coblentz: "I'd rather they put their kids through college than buy a Roddler."
Le Fourquet: March 2008
Ninos Feature
SHOP 4 KIDS : AU : Autum/Winter 2008
THE MOST STYLISH MAG FOR MUMS & BUBS FROM 0-8
"BUY of the Moment" Here in Australia we might be clinging to the poptastic hues of the Bugaboo while we wait for the Orbit Baby travel system to hit our stores, but blingtastic mums stateside are on The Rodder by Kid Kustoms - a wild looking, fully customized pram being sported by the younger, edgier famous-parent set (think Nicole Richie and joel Maden). You'd need a celebrity income to afford it, but your husband would probably be prepared to take on a second job in order to push around what can only be described as the Shelby Mustang of baby gear.
TEKNIKENS VÄRLD: SE : JAN 2008
VANSINNIGT VACKER VAGN
TOP GEAR MAGAZINE: Netherlands: JAN 2008
ROUTE DE VIN
EMPIRE: UK: JAN 2008
#4 ON THE IWANT LIST
"Conclusive proof that nothing is exempt from pimping up. Kid Kustoms have come up with this dope sprong-ride. A little heavy on the g-units to be sure, but worth it for the props."
PINSTRIPING: UK : DEC 2007
THE RODDLER , Dads can't wait to go strolling with this baby!
"One of the funkiest strollers we have ever seen was recently launched in the US (where else?)Live life lavishly? Personalize your Roddler with a Bop Top and seat coverings, Pearl Paint, Interchangeable fenders, and best of all wired!
WIRED : DEC 2007
YOUR LIFE DECODED, WISH LIST HOLIDAY 2007. KID KUSTOMS RETRO STROLLER
"Inspired by 1950's vintage hotrods, the Roddler cruises like no other stroller on the strip, boasting a custom pearl paint job (pinstriped or flamin' fenders extra) and sweet seat-cover options like faux alligator, ostrich, snakeskin, or sting ray. The monocoque chassis makes it lighter and stronger than other buggies, and leaf-spring suspension yields a smoother ride. The onboard climate control, LCD screen (integrated into the canopy), DVD player, and surround sound ensure that baby rocks while you roll. You can also jam to tunes via the Harman Kardon iPod dock or confirm play-dates on the Bluetooth speakerphone. Pretty stylin' for a breedermobile. --Jennifer Hillner
TREND CURVE : DEC 2007
BABY BLING: The ABC Kids Expo, held this September in Las Vegas, has grownup as eachyear sees new exhibitors added to the list of attendees. Now that the show is becoming larger, products must stand out to be noticed. Customization proved to be one of the smartest ways to do so this year. An infusion of technology features, although not always visually apparent, was another hot topic. Taking one page from the automotive industry and another from decor, key kids' categories put these two trends together, resulting in a laundry list of extras with high appeal for today's young parents. This was nowhere more obvious than in new strollers. Especially at the high end, makers had embraced the term "optional" in a new way that vaulted their products ahead in both fashion and utility.
DUB MAGAZINE: DEC 2007
Kid Kustoms has created a stroller with an aircraft inspired monocoque chassis. It's completely customizable with pearl paint and pinstripes; custom seats and tops in a host of materials (ostrich, stingray, alligator, rhino, snake, cowhide) Colors and stitch patterns; several retro inspired custom fender styles with lights; DVD screen, ipod dock, leaf springs with Hot Rod hairpins and more. Base Model: $2,500.00
