STARLINGEAR Designer Ryk Marverick's Japan Visit Event "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026" to be Held
Accessory brand "STARLINGEAR" will hold "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026," an event featuring designer Ryk Marverick's visit to Japan. It will include the launch of the new "Sly-Clops" ring and a special exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of "M&K CUSTOM SIGNS," led by pinstriper MAKOTO.
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Beyond Cool Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Yuji Arai) announces that its accessory brand "STARLINGEAR" will host "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026," an event featuring a visit by designer Ryk Marverick.
This event will see the launch of the new "Sly-Clops" ring, along with numerous special products including event-exclusive items, custom items, and one-off pieces.
Furthermore, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of "M&K CUSTOM SIGNS," led by Japan's leading pinstriper MAKOTO, who has a long-standing relationship with Ryk, a special exhibition project "RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE" will be held within this event. This exhibition will showcase valuable collaboration works created by STARLINGEAR and M&K CUSTOM SIGNS to date.
Guest artists, including MAKOTO, are also scheduled to participate. Please look forward to the highly popular collaboration items with STARLINGEAR.
▼Event Information
Beyond Coolcastle
June 6, 2026 (Saturday) 12:00〜16:30
Rand Omotesando
June 7, 2026 (Sunday) 13:00〜18:30
BeyondCool Taiwan
June 14, 2026 (Sunday) 14:00〜19:00
Sly-Clops
This new ring will be released at "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026."
It is designed with an original monster motif inspired by the Cyclopes, the one-eyed giants who served the Twelve Olympians in Greek mythology.
The name "Sly-Clops" is a coined word combining "Sly," meaning cunning, and "Cyclopes." It's a very STARLINGEAR-like naming that adds a playful touch to a mythological motif.
The lineup includes two types: the "Puncher" size, which boasts an overwhelming presence, and the "Styler II" size, which is a more compact finish.
This work marks STARLINGEAR's first addition of a monster design to its regular lineup.
Puncher Sly-Clops w/ Brass S-Gear Logo
STR002SClps-BGLG
¥176,000 (tax included)
Available sizes: US7 / JP14 ～ US15 / JP34
Styler II Sly-Clops w/ Brass S-Gear Logo
STR001SClps-BGLG
¥143,000 (tax included)
Available sizes: US1 / JP1.5 ～ US9 / JP19
*For the S-Gear logo part in the eye, you can choose between brass or copper material.
M&K CUSTOM SIGNS
RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE
M&K CUSTOM SIGNS will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026.
"RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE" is a special project that commemorates the 30th anniversary with gratitude, touring various related places and cultures.
As part of this project, a special exhibition by STARLINGEAR × M&K CUSTOM SIGNS will be held in conjunction with "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026."
Collaboration works created by both parties to date will be exhibited at the Osaka and Tokyo venues.
MAKOTO
Born in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture in 1968. Inspired by the works of Wildman Ishii, he aspired to become a professional pinstriper. After six years of training in the sign industry, he established "M&K CUSTOM SIGNS" in 1996. Known as Japan's leading pinstriper, his precise line work, backed by outstanding technique, is highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally. He is also known for celebrities visiting his studio directly to request pinstriping for their cars. Furthermore, he is famous for designing the packaging for the carbonated drink "LIFEGUARD." He actively holds art shows, achieving a historic feat in the custom culture world by selling out all 51 exhibited works at "KUSTOM CITY II" in 2006.
STARLINGEAR
STARLINGEAR was established in 2000 by Ryk Marverick. In addition to oil painting, interior design.
This event will see the launch of the new "Sly-Clops" ring, along with numerous special products including event-exclusive items, custom items, and one-off pieces.
Furthermore, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of "M&K CUSTOM SIGNS," led by Japan's leading pinstriper MAKOTO, who has a long-standing relationship with Ryk, a special exhibition project "RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE" will be held within this event. This exhibition will showcase valuable collaboration works created by STARLINGEAR and M&K CUSTOM SIGNS to date.
Guest artists, including MAKOTO, are also scheduled to participate. Please look forward to the highly popular collaboration items with STARLINGEAR.
▼Event Information
Beyond Coolcastle
June 6, 2026 (Saturday) 12:00〜16:30
Rand Omotesando
June 7, 2026 (Sunday) 13:00〜18:30
BeyondCool Taiwan
June 14, 2026 (Sunday) 14:00〜19:00
Sly-Clops
This new ring will be released at "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026."
It is designed with an original monster motif inspired by the Cyclopes, the one-eyed giants who served the Twelve Olympians in Greek mythology.
The name "Sly-Clops" is a coined word combining "Sly," meaning cunning, and "Cyclopes." It's a very STARLINGEAR-like naming that adds a playful touch to a mythological motif.
The lineup includes two types: the "Puncher" size, which boasts an overwhelming presence, and the "Styler II" size, which is a more compact finish.
This work marks STARLINGEAR's first addition of a monster design to its regular lineup.
Puncher Sly-Clops w/ Brass S-Gear Logo
STR002SClps-BGLG
¥176,000 (tax included)
Available sizes: US7 / JP14 ～ US15 / JP34
Styler II Sly-Clops w/ Brass S-Gear Logo
STR001SClps-BGLG
¥143,000 (tax included)
Available sizes: US1 / JP1.5 ～ US9 / JP19
*For the S-Gear logo part in the eye, you can choose between brass or copper material.
M&K CUSTOM SIGNS
RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE
M&K CUSTOM SIGNS will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026.
"RUNNING SIDE BY SIDE" is a special project that commemorates the 30th anniversary with gratitude, touring various related places and cultures.
As part of this project, a special exhibition by STARLINGEAR × M&K CUSTOM SIGNS will be held in conjunction with "GEAR FEST ROAD SHOW 2026."
Collaboration works created by both parties to date will be exhibited at the Osaka and Tokyo venues.
MAKOTO
Born in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture in 1968. Inspired by the works of Wildman Ishii, he aspired to become a professional pinstriper. After six years of training in the sign industry, he established "M&K CUSTOM SIGNS" in 1996. Known as Japan's leading pinstriper, his precise line work, backed by outstanding technique, is highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally. He is also known for celebrities visiting his studio directly to request pinstriping for their cars. Furthermore, he is famous for designing the packaging for the carbonated drink "LIFEGUARD." He actively holds art shows, achieving a historic feat in the custom culture world by selling out all 51 exhibited works at "KUSTOM CITY II" in 2006.
STARLINGEAR
STARLINGEAR was established in 2000 by Ryk Marverick. In addition to oil painting, interior design.