The Magazine

Specter Designs - created by Tanner Boyes, artist, designer and craftsman
hailing from San Clemente California - finds its focus in metal-craft, body
work, car design, and customisation.

A full circle moment, the longstanding creative partnership between Specter Design and Deus Ex Machina culminates in a limited edition capsule range - an ode to both brands’ deep appreciation for craftsmanship and design principles that extend beyond the bounds of any one discipline or practice.

Some bikes offer more than just speed—they bring style, heritage, and a touch of Mediterranean, even in the dead of winter. For those who appreciate life in the slow(er) lane, a Bel-Air style, nipped, tucked, and rolled custom Vespa 300 SuperSport is the perfect way to get by.

After more than a decade of hiatus, we welcomed Ellis back to Deus in Canggu to shape a few boards. Jared Mell couldn't resist to test ride a few as well as discuss the learning curve in the evolution of his boards.

In episode one of this brand new series, the boys from Baja burn more than midnight oil to build and race a bike using only spare parts (with a leg up from some friends).

Arwin, head mechanic and bike builder at our Bali Temple talks to us about building bashing body parts out from scratch, a rebellious childhood...

Six surfboards hand shaped by Luke Condon, imbued with the Mayor of Byron Bay's signature, radiant  style.

Beau Foster and Toby Cregan snake through Australia’s east coast with a burning desire for waves and little time for details.

The Deus Japan team catch up with our long-time collaborator and career shaper.

A true celebration of the good life on two wheels across two continents.

a restored, reconstructed and reimagined 1981 XT500, forty years in the making.

The boys from Baja rolled into Sardinia for the 2024 Swank Rally and suffice to say it was worth the lay over.