@brooksrunning and @pynrs_ touched down in Chicago for Marathon weekend and took over the city, block by block. We caught up with PYNRS founder, @sidbap for an inside look at the debut collab, the race, and the culture that keeps it moving. Hit the link in bio for more.
WE HAD THE WHOLE CITY OUTSIDE 😤
Last night we celebrated the launch of the Brooks x PYNRS Hyperion Max 3 @ CNCPTS in Boston. It was a historic night for the city, bringing together NBA Champion and Finals MVP Jaylen Brown and Platinum selling artist N.O.R.E along side local entrepreneurs Fena, Leah, Deon and Sid for a powerful discussion on the importance of ownership.
We kicked it off with a SPIN THE BLOCK street race showcasing Boston’s rich run crew scene who showed up and showed out!
Shoutout to all of our partners, sponsors, runners and supporters. We couldn’t do it without you!
Brand Partner: @brooksrunning
Location| Host: @cncpts
MC: @successismycologne
DJ: @djrealp
AV Support: @evolutionsoundandlighting
Decal Prints: @vgraphics123
Event Photography: @malakhaipearson
Event Photography: @franipac
Event Videography: @colinpagnoni
Event Production: @age.co_
Event BTS: @deonchase
PYNRS Truck: @movenation.life
Panel Moderator: @fenafenelon
Panelist:
@sidbap@leahraetavares@fchwpo@therealnoreaga@deonpoint
Beverage Sponsors:
@drinknoca@redbull@smartwaterar
Meet your panelist.
We are proud to introduce one of Boston’s most powerful community builders joining us for The Power of Negotiation on May 28th.
🎤 SIDNEY BAPTISTA
Founder & CEO, PYNRS
Sidney didn’t wait for permission. He built.
As the Founder & CEO of PYNRS — a performance running brand that blends technical innovation with streetwear inspired design Sidney has redefined what it means to build a brand rooted in culture. He launched PYNRS in 2020 to address critical gaps in the running industry and has since built an entire movement through initiatives like Pioneers Run Crew, Spin The Block, 26.TRUE, and The Interlude.
He leads with ownership, representation, and long term impact and has shaped some of Boston’s most influential community driven culture. He has negotiated his way into partnerships, secured buy-in, and built entire movements from vision alone — before he had a budget, before he had a platform, and before anyone else believed it was possible.
That’s the power of negotiation. And Sidney is coming to break it all down.
This conversation is going to change the way you move in business.
📅 Thursday, May 28th
📍 Street Theory Collective — Cambridge, MA
🕕 Doors Open 6:00 PM
🎟 Tickets at GrindCon.co
Seats are limited. Don’t sleep on this. 🖤
#GrindCon #PowerOfNegotiation #BostonCreatives #CreativeEntrepreneur #pynrs
The room is set. The panel is locked.
Grind Con is proud to announce the full lineup for The Power of Negotiation our intimate panel discussion on May 28th at Street Theory Collective in Cambridge, MA.
Meet your panelists:
🖤 @osamasetorbest — Poet, Author & Founder of Best: A Creative Agency
🖤 @sidbap — Founder & CEO of PYNRS
🖤 @mrsmayo51 — Founder, Creative Strategist & Community Builder
Moderated by Founder & CEO Katiria Colón @officialkatiria
This conversation is for every creative, entrepreneur, artist, and culture-maker who is ready to move differently. Whether you’re negotiating brand deals, business partnerships, or simply learning to know your worth — this room was built for you.
📅 Thursday, May 28th
📍 Street Theory Collective — 541 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
🕕 Doors Open 6:00 PM
🎟 Seats are limited
In partnership with @streettheorycollective 🖤
Secure your spot now — link in bio.
#GrindCon #PowerOfNegotiation #BostonCreatives #CreativeEntrepreneur #negotiation
Our own Ms. Shirley is running Dot Day 5k on June 7th, of course, but she’s also running for Mayor of Dorchester 🎉🥳
The Mayor of Dorchester is an honorary title awarded annually to individuals who raised the most money for the @dot_parade .
Let’s show her support and donate to her GoFundMe page at the link in her bio (@msshirleydotmayor )! Deadline is today at 6pm so tap in now before it’s too late!!
🎥 @jrealzy
GET IN LOSER WE GOT MILES TO RUN
Tomorrows workout:
6:30 am start
1 mile warm up
(3-5)x 1 mile (rest: 5 minutes)
1 mi CD
SEE YOU ALL MANANA
📸: @fidel.is.cool
Paris to Singapore, Chicago to Miami, we've taken Spin the Block everywhere. This is Boston, home. It doesn't just happen, it's built by the people who pour into it time after time. Take a look at some of the faces and work behind the experience.
Spin The Block never gets old. Almost 3 weeks later and we're still feeling this one. You just had to be there!
Shot by: @picasso.pr0ductions