Crazy Al Cayne
JTStudio and Chief Helmet did a sick art toy and helmet collaboration for JT’s “Gaki Race” characters! Chief Helmet, Taiwan’s premier vintage helmet brand, teamed up with JTStudio for a crossover that combines both lifestyle and art toy collecting at once with the Gaki Race figures. The Chief x Gaki Race “HELL YEAH!!” figures are not just designs inspired by helmets, they actually feature the real vintage style Chief helmet. Yep, the helmets that the toy figures are wearing are actually available in full size making them a wearable, collectible! I love the classic open face helmet design, it takes me right back to my BMX roots. And of course, I love art toys and this collaboration is the type of stuff I love to see!
I’m bringing JTSTUDIO’s original IP, GAKI RACE, to the starting line for a massive collaboration with Chief Helmet, Taiwan’s premier vintage helmet brand. The origin of this project was simple, yet crazy. As a designer, I’ve always wondered: “What would it look like if toy characters stepped into real life?” And so, the “HELL YEAH” series was born. Many ask me, “Why are the GAKI RACE characters making that gesture?” ~Jei Tseng
It’s not just a rock sign. It is a “HELL YEAH” screaming from the depths of the soul. It is an affirmation of dreams, a hunger for freedom, and the inner roar released when you decide to throttle up and leave everything behind. ~JT
We decided to go beyond just making figures; we wanted to create “gear for the figures” that you can wear too. We materialized the iconic helmets of two legendary GAKI RACE drivers. Now, collectors can do more than just display the characters—you can wear that rebellious soul on your head and take it to the streets. ~JT
