Speed Tiki is here!!

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Thanks for the continued interest. All the mugs were made at the same time, so the finish is pretty consistant throughout the whole batch. The exterior Black is (should be) more of a matte black, than a gloss or flat finish. I still have some left for sale. I have kept track of where all the one we have sold. It has been a fun project, but I would leave the day in and day out Tiki Mug making and selling to the "Pros", Holden, Gecko,Tiki Diablo,and others. TikiGreg-Thanks for the kind words, It would be cool to have my mug considered to be a "must have".
Thanks to all that have bought!!
mahalo

Mine arrived today & I must say it's not as shiny as it looks in the picture. However, it is really very cool as promised!! It got a place of honor with my other exclusive tiki mugs. And since someone was kind enough to add the weblink I was able to purchase a couple more. Thanks Hudson even if you are not a pro "Tiki" guy it's really great that you have a special mug.

I Still have less than 75 Speed Tiki Mugs left!! get yer TIKI FARM MUGS from us also!!
Mahalos to all that have bought!!
get at http://www.hudsonclassics.com

Thanks Again, Don

Still got some, get em before Santa does!!
Mahalo, Don

Nothing says "Merry Christmas" like a Speed Tiki I have a few left, and would love to have them under your Christmas Tree. visit our web store http://www.hudsonclassics.com to place a secure order. We ship daily.

Mahalo-Don

Less than 60 left.
Thanks for all the support.
Don

50 or so left, You can also get em on EBAY, type in "Speed Tiki" and let that Paypal acccount do the rest..or http://www.hudsonclassics.com
Dont be left out.
I truely thank all that have added this to their collection!

Mahalo, Don

We only have 48 left, I truely thank all that have placed Speed Tiki in their collections. You can get em on the EBAY,type in "SPEED TIKI" or at http://www.hudsonclassics.com
Mahalo, Don Hudson
http://www.donhudsonracing.com

Are you guys crazy? 30 bucks? Okay, Whatever. WHat makes this mug worth so much? I'm a noob - what do I know.?

[ Edited by: tikigap 2006-03-08 22:25 ]

TikiGap, A price is subject to whatever people are willing to pay for it. Are you insulting the intelligence of the other 200+ people that thought enough of this piece of artwork to purchase one? Are you insulting my friend Holden at Tiki Farm who made this for me? Are you insulting sculptor/artist SQUID who took time out of his busy schedule to help design and then sculpt this mug? Are you questioning why we donated a portion of the mugs sold to RFC(racers for Christ) in memory of a fallen racing friend of mine? If possible please keep your opinion to yourself unless you have done your homework and feel that your opinion has merit. Have a nice day!

PS. sold 2 more this morning, I'll add them to the list of other CRAZIES that have bought.

come on now everyone...

Hot Rod when you were new to the whole thing you must admit that $30 -$40 for a new mug seemed like alot. Then we all learned that most limited edition and hand crafted goods are priced much higher than what you see at walmart and ikea.

I'll never forget the first time I went to Tiki Oasis and spent $160 at the munktiki booth and got back to my car and thought what the heck did I just do? Of course now I know what the cost is to buy collectibles, limited editions and also the cost of bringing it to market. (it aint cheap)

I have lost money on EVERY tiki related project I have done and tried to sell.

In doing my own research for a monkeyman mug, I learned that the average cost of making a mug can be upwards of $12-$20 EACH. That doesnt include packaging, shipping, profit etc. Low volumne, high quality items are expensive to make.

GAP, Treat your sticker shock like you would an expensive entree in a nice restaurant. Think it but dont shout it out for all to hear.

[ Edited by: Monkeyman 2006-03-09 09:52 ]

Alright, I hadn't finished my first cup of coffee, and was a little(alot) offended. Even in the"wild" it seems that mugs and artifacts have gone through the roof. If you want sticker shock ask me how much my Ren Clark shrunken head mug is worth or my Witco bar and fountain. As much as this is fun, I take it very serious. When I made the mug, Holden told me "you wont get rich making this" but you will have fun. And I have had fun with this(SPEED TIKI)I have had people offer me less to buy the mugs, but I wont Take less. It wouldn't be fair to the people who bought early. I still stand on my last post, but I am understanding Tikigap's position. And I still take all major credit cards...

I love this place..

On 2006-03-09 09:50, Monkeyman wrote:
come on now everyone...

Hot Rod when you were new to the whole thing you must admit that $30 -$40 for a new mug seemed like alot. Then we all learned that most limited edition and hand crafted goods are priced much higher than what you see at walmart and ikea.

I'll never forget the first time I went to Tiki Oasis and spent $160 at the munktiki booth and got back to my car and thought what the heck did I just do? Of course now I know what the cost is to buy collectibles, limited editions and also the cost of bringing it to market. (it aint cheap)

I have lost money on EVERY tiki related project I have done and tried to sell.

In doing my own research for a monkeyman mug, I learned that the average cost of making a mug can be upwards of $12-$20 EACH. That doesnt include packaging, shipping, profit etc. Low volumne, high quality items are expensive to make.

GAP, Treat your sticker shock like you would an expensive entree in a nice restaurant. Think it but dont shout it out for all to hear.

well said monkeyman.

Well, this mug is selling a bit more the last week on Ebay. I see that Hot Rod had no luck the last few times posted and just now three mug all from different sells all sold for more than suggested retail price. Its the nice weather.

Just wanted to chime in... I love my Hot Rod Tiki!!!

I have no problem with the price although, I can understand the new to this whole tiki thing confusion over prices and values etc.

Tikigap the difference is that it's a limited edition, It's a one time fabrication of a special tiki mug. If you spend a little time here you will realize that there are Tiki mugs: the Leilani for instance you could probably pick up three at a yard sale for $1.00. Then there are the true craftsman pieces like the speed tiki, Munktiki mugs, other Tiki Farm limited editions etc. these are much more desirable for their creative approach to modern tiki or an homage to the ancient tiki culture. Is it worth $30.00 in my opinion a resounding YES!!!

So if you want the three for a dollar mugs to drink out of and enjoy fine but if you are looking to have a quality collection these are the mugs to buy!!

My 2 cents! Tikisgrl

Great work teakey: I saw that a couple of my mugs sold from private parties for more than they originally sold for. I had run a couple of auctions with no luck, then a three tiki mug windfall. You never know. Tikisgrl: Mahalo for always having kind words. You are the reason we made these mugs!!

Mahalo, Don Hudson

If we make a mug and make the tool and it costs us $15 including the tool and we only make a limited run and sell them for $30 through TF or through our collectors, where is it wrong?
Holden Westland

right on, right on. If anyone thinks makin' a mug is a piece of cake, think again. There's all kinds of things that can and do go wrong, from start to finish to marketing and on and on. I'll be lucky if I break even on mine.

The Speed Tiki is one of a kind and well worth owning. Cheers :drink:

On 2006-03-10 22:58, Jungle Trader wrote:
The Speed Tiki is one of a kind and well worth owning. Cheers :drink:

Didn't I give you one when I was shit drunk on the SF crawl?
I wan't it back! :)

Didn't I give you one when I was shit drunk on the SF crawl?
I wan't it back! :)

WOW, good memory, yes I took advantage of you and Speed Tiki and I didn't pay a dime for it.

:music: OH WHAT a NIGHT :music: What a tiki, what a night :music:

"ain't skeerd"

[ Edited by: Jungle Trader 2006-03-11 13:48 ]

Here, here. Now I'm excited. To hear of Speed Tiki being involved with alcohol and partying is more than a father could ever ask for. If only some beautiful women were involved....

Oh yea, I agree with what Holden said(s)
I gotta believe some women were involved in Speedie #139 or 140's
wild night on the town.

Speed Tiki loves the ladies...

Very nice looking mug, that speed tiki. Definitely something I'd add to my collection.

33 left, Never underestimate the power of the internet. Its taken a little over a year, but it has been a kick..Should I sell the 25 "artist proofs" when the 33 are all sold? let me know, they will be different from the original 250.

Mahalo to all
Hudson

Hmmm...artists proofs? Don't tease me! Any hints on the colors?

Brother Guy, whatever color you want!!
I hope all is well.
Hudson

Big Daddy Don! You must be jesting at the color! You tease me with thoughts of a new exciting Speed Tiki color! Damn you! :D

We're getting down to the end here, I have less than 30 of speed tiki left. Ebay has helped, but so have the new members here. I thank all who have been able to enjoy one!!
We have our first Drag Race of the season next week at Las Vegas so follow us at http://www.donhudsonracing.com We have a "teaser" shot of our new paint job on the site.
Mahalo, Don

aloha don! best of luck in the new racing season. the new paint scheme on your car looks great!

25 to go... must... not .... give... uuu..ppp

git em at http://www.hudsonclassics.com

or on EBAy search for Speed Tiki

Down to 20 of these bad boyz. I know its not a Shecky, but how many of you have kicked yourself for not getting one early?

Buy now, buy often!! http://www.hudsonclassics.com

Mahalo, Don

I got mine last week, it's awesome. A fine addition to the collection. Thanks.

Almost done, less than 20 to go. Get em on Ebay or at
http://www.hudsonclassics.com help a brother out, I need to focus on my Race program.

Thanks, Don

Here we go, getting to the end buy on EBAY at:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7767542643&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&rd=1

or http://www.hudsonclassics.com

Mucho Mahalo to all that have scored one!!
Don

New auction started, get em on EBAY (Speed Tiki) or http://www.hudsonclassics.com

Mahalo, Hudson

On 2006-05-28 16:34, Hot Rod Tiki wrote:
New auction started, get em on EBAY (Speed Tiki) or http://www.hudsonclassics.com

Mahalo, Hudson

One day left!! only 16 or so left..
Much mahalos

tiki

what?

MAHALO to all. SPEED TIKI is SOLD OUT!!
250 of these bad boys.GONE
I kept #'s 1 & 250 for myself.
Thank you to all the TC'er that own one.
We also made a nice donation of part of the profit to Racers for Christ (RFC) in memory of a fellow racing competitor of mine that was killed in her racecar last year.
Thanks to Holden & Squid for helping me with this.

follow our racing at http://www.donhudsonracing.com

Mahalo, Don Hudson aka. Hot Rod Tiki

Congrats HotRod! Now watch how many people say, "Hey, how'd I miss this thread? I want one."

I just got my Speed Tiki today from Hudson Classics, and he is awesome! The mug was much larger then I thought it was going to be. I love the bright green color on the inside!

Thanks Don, I'm so glad I was able to get one of these!

I have 2 Speed Tikis that buyers(?) flaked out on. they are #'S
26 & 27. Score them for the asking price of 24.95ea + s/h of 9.95 or 10.95 for both. Paypal prefered. paypal to:
[email protected] I will ship asap!!
mahalo to all that own one!!
Don

hi I sent a PM I dunno if you got it though, new to the site. thanks.

chris

Speed Tiki, is SOLD OUT!!!!!!!
watch for artist proofs (25ea.) Hand pinstriped, different color scheme(s)

So many thanks to all TCer's HOLDEN/SQUID, my in house Ohana. lalalala.
mahalo

You're welcome! One of my all time fave mug projects. Let's do it again!

any more?