Monthly Archives: December 2011

I found this jewel when looking through Life Behind Bars blog page.  Make sure to check them out!

“Before fixed-gear bikes became de rigueur for urban aesthetes, they were the weapon of choice for Japan’s fearless Keirin cyclists. A gladiatorial incarnation of track cycling that dates back to 1948, the Japanese sporting phenomenon operates by an intricate set of rules that sees competitors jostling for position on steeply banked tracks at lightning fast speeds, all but encouraging spectacular crashes.” – NOWNESS

***For some reason the video will not post.  Click the link below to check it out!  Enjoy.

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Keirin: Speed Racers on Nowness.com.

Kyle and I live several states away from each other.  I was fortunate enough to have him and his wife Amanda in town from Dallas this Christmas Holiday.  We rode bikes, drank expensive scotch and came up with a lot of good ideas that will benefit you; the ever demanding, creative desiring, rider of all things fun and supportive Folly following selves!

Here are a few photos, enjoy!

I was watching some old Toy Machine videos the other day with Kyle Steed and was re-introduced to “Diego The Butcher”. This guy rides with a ridiculous amount of speed!

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Very Merry Christmas to all! I hope you are all fat and happy; surrounded by your loved ones, lounging in sweat pants all day, drinking egg nog and eating moms home made cookies you only get once a year.

Art provided by Kyle Steed

“A 735TR prototype design of last year we decided not to put into production. Looks nice here.” – Leader

Dang!!  Love it!

I RIDE TO:

-SAVE MONEY
-KEEP SANE
-CLEAR MY HEAD
-EXERCISE
-HELP SUPPORT CHARITIES
-CHALLENGE MYSELF
-FEED MY FACE
-CREATE GOALS
-ENJOY THE SCENERY
-SOCIALIZE
-REDUCE POLLUTION
-RELEASE ENDORPHINS

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Why do you Ride your bike? from colin levitch on Vimeo.

Post a video or comment on Twitter telling us why you ride and tag #RidexCreate.  We will post about your adventure!

Not every company takes the time to send a letter of thanks to their supporters. Morvélo is not one of those companies. This “Seasons Greetings” is heartfelt and shows the gratitude they have for their customers and supporters.

Also, if you’re in the London area, go check them out at the The London Bike Show from 12th – 15th January 2012 at ExCeL – London.

“We’ll be having exclusive show discounts across our whole Autumn/Winter range, so that £20 that Santa left you will go that much further. The show is over 60% larger than before and Morvélo has hooked up with The London Bike Show to give you a free weekday entry too. Simply click here and quote code ‘bike12‘ to get your free pass! We hope to see you there.” – Morvélo

I just got in my Poler Stuff Venn Diagram Desert Camo Trucker Hat!!  EXTREMELY comfortable and brings in Camp Vibes to my house!  Not only did Poler send me the Hat I ordered… they sent me a hand drawn thank you letter, sticker, button, and hand warmers!!  Poler has definitely captured “Service With A Smile”!  I was so inspired I rode around, took pictures, and built stuff!

I’ve never been into BMX but I can appreciate it, and the creativity it brings.  To take a wasteland like this and create a playground defines the “Ride and Create” mentality.[vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/33848124 w=600&h=338]

Top Secret from Alex Quirk on Vimeo.

I LOVE THIS VIDEO!  It’s serene.  Cadence is the perfect mesh of style and function on and off the bike!  Check out their new Winter 12 Collection video.  Also take a look at THESE sweet photos

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Cadence Collection: Purpose Perplex from WEREHAUS on Vimeo.