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A Sitdown With Gilbert 'El Niño' Melendez

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:06:00 +0000

Gilbert details his El Niño Sports Training Center, and discusses his life and career. Gilbert is wearing the official El Niño Sports fight team hooded sweatshirt by FDM. Video courtesy of HEAVY.com

Urijah Faber x Kenny Powers x K-Swiss

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 05:22:00 +0000

Kenny Powers Gets Signed By K-Swiss - watch more funny videos

Nothing like two sports giants collaborating to promote shoes. This is hilarious, congrats to Urijah.

Ninja Fighting This Sunday In Fremont, CA

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:11:00 +0000

This Sunday Gilbert Melendez protege Jordan "Ninja" Felix will fight at Born To Fight IX in Fremont, CA. Ninja is fast becoming one of the best 125 lbs fighters in the region, and he has serious aspirations. Join us at the Saddleback on Sunday to support Ninja, and rock some FDM to the show.

Bobby 'The Bear' Taylor Fights Saturday!!!

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:12:00 +0000

Skrap Pack Fighter, and Jake Shields Protege Bobby "The Bear" Taylor fights this Saturday at Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA. Bobby is part of the Co-Main Event for the popular California Fight Syndicate MMA Promotion. He is known for his aggressive style, and brutal ground and pound. Rock some FDM to the show and support The Bear! For tickets and more information visit www.cafightsyndicate.com

Carlson Gracie Jr Seminar July 18th

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 22:04:00 +0000

POS Clothing

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 02:30:00 +0000

Piece of Shit Clothing from The Midnight Show

Hilarious. This is literally why we started the FDM brand.

Year Of The Tiger Post Show

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 04:24:00 +0000

Year Of The Tiger at 7th Son Tattoo was a fantastic show. We've included just a small sample of all the amazing pieces here. The place was jam packed, and everyone had a great time. Congrats to our friends on the huge success, and we can't wait for the next show. Keep an eye out for some FDM collab-bros dropping late Summer...

Year Of The Tiger Art Show @ 7th Son Tattoo

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:26:00 +0000

Come support! There will be an amazing collection of artwork from tattooers around the globe! Also performance by Alligator Dave and DJ Serious Leisure along with the appropriate supply of beverages.

Juan Nuñez Beats Gomi at Grapplers Quest

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:05:00 +0000

Last week Juan Nuñez defeated MMA legend Takanori Gomi to take Gold in the Advanced Division at the UFC Expo Grappler's Quest Tournament. Juan Nuñez is a member of Gilbert Melendez's Skrap Pack fight team, and a good friend of the FDM Brand. Congratulations to Juan, and much success to come. Love the shorts...

Shamrock Seminar @ El Niño Sports 2NITE!!!

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:42:00 +0000

Frank Shamrock is in the house tonight @7:30PM for an MMA seminar at El Niño Sports(DIRECTIONS HERE). “I want to bring awareness of what MMA is in San Francisco, and what better way to show what it is in this city than to bring in Frank Shamrock,” stated Melendez. “He’s one of the first real mixed martial artists who was an all-around fighter. He’s going to come out, do a seminar, show some stuff and let people know what it’s all about... Everyone’s welcome to come down. The seminar is just 25 dollars to get on the mat, or if you want to just come down and feel the vibe, you can.” -Gilbert Melendez. Full interview here...

Frank Shamrock Seminar @ El Niño Sports, SF

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:40:00 +0000

FDM is helping Gilbert Melendez and Frank Shamrock get the word out about their upcoming seminar. The purpose of this event is to really drive awareness of MMA in the San Francisco Bay Area, and also to generate excitement about Gilbert Melendez's El Niño Training Center in San Francisco.

In addition to being the home of the Strikeforce Lightweight Champion, El Niño Training Center offers classes for students of all levels. Gilbert Melendez also host special programs for at risk youth from San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood, as well as some new programs for law enforcement officers. Advance tickets can be purchased at www.VBOtickets.com. For more details on the event & the gym please visit www.gilbertmelendez.com

Congratulations Gilbert Melendez!

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:41:00 +0000

Congratulations to Strikeforce Champion Gilbert Melendez for a dominant victory over Shinya Aoki at Strikeforce Nashville. With this win over #2 ranked Aoki the Champ has established himself as top 3 in the weight class. Shop the FDM Online store for the official Gilbert "El Niño" Melendez t-shirt. Stay tuned for more news about Gil, and his Skrap Pack Fight Team.

Aoki vs El Niño this Saturday on CBS!

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:51:00 +0000

Watch Gilbert Melendez vs Shinya Aoki battle for the Strikeforce Lightweight Title, and a consensus World #1 Lightweight ranking live on CBS this Saturday night. Check www.Strikeforce.com for more information, and visit the FDM Online Store to shop for the Champ's Official T-Shirt.

The El Niño Limited Tee v2.0

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 03:28:00 +0000

Keep your eyes peeled for the new FDM El Nino Limited v.2. This limited Gilbert Melendez t-shirt is available now for Bay Area locals making the trip out to Nashville for Strikeforce. Check in frequently at www.FDMBRAND.com, as well as the official Gilbert Melendez Twitter for details about how to get this Official El Nino t-shirt.

Ninja Wins By KO!

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:18:00 +0000

This Saturday, the Skrap Pack's Jordan "Ninja" Felix took home a 2nd round KO victory. Ninja was competing on the CAMO sanctioned amateur card a Dragon House in San Francisco. It was the first KO for the Ninja, whose earned his still undefeated record by submission in each of his previous fights. Ninja has previously competed at the Blue Lake Casino, and also at several Pure Pankration events. Jordan "Ninja" Felix is featured in the upcoming James Z. Feng film, "The Fight Life".

El Niño vs Aoki April 17th on CBS

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 19:31:00 +0000

Jake Shields' New Grappling Dummy

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 04:44:00 +0000

Meet Jake Shields' new FDM grappling dummy, Hendo.

Gilbert Melendez Featured On NCIS

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 04:15:00 +0000

Luke Stewart at Strikeforce Challengers 7

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 22:26:00 +0000

Luke Stewart is back, that much should be clear. Luke's fight against BJJ World Champion Andre Galvao at Strikeforce Challengers 7 was easily the best, and most relevant of the night. Although Galvao would ultimately take a razor thin split decision, you can easily make the case that the victory should have been Stewart's.

Regardless, both fighters fought exceptionally well. For Stewart it was his first fight since November, 2008, and it marked an important step in his evolution as a fighter. The Strikeforce crowd saw the most complete Luke Stewart to date. Luke peppered Galvao on the feet, and reversed the BJJ World Champ following every takedown. From the top position, Luke was able to inflict damage with effective ground and pound. Without Question it was Stewart who inflicted the the majority of the damage throughout the fight.

Although he wouldn't take the "W", Luke Stewart has put the Welterweight Division on notice that he is back and sharper than ever. The fact that Luke could put aside a year out of the cage, and come back to fight so well against such a high level opponent speaks volumes about his skill and his potential. The FDM brand is extraordinarily proud to sponsor our good friend Luke Stewart. We look forward to an active 2010, and many victories to come.

Stewart vs Galvao this Friday in Fresno!

noreply@blogger.com (unknown) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 21:10:00 +0000

Watch it on Showtime or better yet join us down in Fresno, CA to support Luke Stewart as he faces Andre Galvao at Strikeforce Challengers 7. Even more info here.

Dana White on Jake Shields

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:45:00 +0000

Excerpt from mmajunkie.com:

Dana White - "If Jake Shields could pull that off, that would be incredible, and good for him," White said. "He's going to get paid because what's going to happen is we would love to take him from there, and I'm sure they'd love him to stick around.

"I will help drive that [expletive] number right up through the roof and let the Showtime boys pay him a lot of money so that Jake can stick it right up their ass. 'I just choked out Dan Henderson, and now you [expletives] are going to pay me for trying to stick it up my ass. I'm going to stick it up yours.'"

Luke Stewart vs Andre Galvao March 26th

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:44:00 +0000

Ralph Gracie black belt Luke Stewart is set to face Dream WW and bjj black belt Andre Galvao on March 26th when Strikeforce returns to the Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA for its seventh Challengers Series event. Make plans now to support Luke with us down in the No! More on the event as it unfolds!

FDM at Maverick's

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:43:00 +0000

We stopped by the Mavericks Big Wave Surf Contest on Saturday, and it was amazing. The surf was so big, it was unbelievable. We hung out with the crowds on the bluffs after the viewing area below got washed out. Ended the day with beers and great food at Barbara's Fish Trap. For more Mavericks info, and way better photos, check out www.maverickssurf.com

Seventh Son Art Show Photos

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:24:00 +0000

Thank you to everyone who came out and showed support. Great party! We're looking forward to the next event soon. Check back for details as they are finalized.

Join FDM At Seventh Son Tattoo Art Show

fdmbrand@gmail.com (FDM) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:05:00 +0000

Come join FDM as we support Luke Stewart at the Seventh Son Tattoo Art show, this Friday at 8PM in San Francisco. Did we mention FREE PBR???