Monthly Archives: January 2015

Soooo… this is rad!

Go to PEONFX and check’em out.

This is a must attend if you’re in the area.

RIDE x CREATE

Just one more reason why I need to get to LA this Spring.

“Mission Workshop opens their first storefront outside of San Francisco on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles.

Available in the new store is a complete inventory of the brand’s weatherproof messenger bags and backpacks including expandable and modular designs all made in the USA and backed by the company’s lifetime warranty. Alongside the bags is Mission Workshop’s growing range of waterproof outerwear, cycling-specific apparel, and technical attire appropriate for all seasons.

The new location features all Mission Workshop brands including ACRE, Advanced Projects, and Arkiv. 

Located at 3118 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 and open everyday from 11am-7pm PST.”

Head over to Mission Workshop and check out a little more about this rad new location.  

DREAM BIKES!!!

“Argonaut Cycles, Mosiac Bespoke Bicycles and Breadwinner Cycles are proud to announce The 2015 Rouge Roubaix Builder Challenge. Each builder will bring a team of 4 to race in this years Rouge Roubaix. One slot on each Builder Team is up for grabs, and we want you to come ride with us! We are looking for a motivated, experienced racer to join each team. We could not think of a better way to highlight these special bikes than putting them to the test on a 106 mile grueling gravel race. Come ride with us!

Each builder will select one applicant and build them a complete Custom Dream Bike, and fly them down to race the Rouge Roubaix which takes place on Sunday March 15th in St. Francisville Louisiana. Applicants must be over 18 years of age and live in the USA. Applicants must also hold valid USA Cycling license for the category of the Builder Team they select and be able to travel to the race. Submission Deadline is Monday Jan 19th with the winners being announced publicly on Friday Jan 23rd.

John Watson from The Radavist will be on hand documenting the teams, the bikes and the race as well as other media outlets. In addition, Chris King is sending head chef Chris Diminno along to keep racers and media well fed during the weekend.”

Learn more at the Rouge Roubaix Builder Challenge webpage or select your builder below and fill out the application:

Team Mosaic: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1YiA_AjBENpxen6BKgrV2A994I4Fbn6qmktqCG1k-8n8/viewform?usp=send_form

Team Breadwinner: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1K4Oyq5008t8pHrhzBoDzfeCDik13aicO-SKVazFIivg/viewform?usp=send_form

Team Argonaut: http://fluidsurveys.com/s/TeamArgonautRRBC/

YES!!! Right as my shifters started effing up on the FaTRoB!! NEED these in the truest sense.

“Cyclocross component specialist Gevenalle branches out today with the addition of a new shifter specifically designed for the gravel and adventure cycling enthusiast, The GX Shifter. While the current CX shifters have already been utilized for this market, there was an overwhelming request that the system be expanded to include capability for Shimano’s newer 10 speed Dyna-sis and Shadow Plus MTB derailleurs with a cassette capability up to 36T. The GX Shifter is an industry first for those wanting to run integrated shifters on drop bars with these derailleurs.

The GX utilizes a customized version of a Microshift lever set on a new larger mount that is compatible with Shimano’s current 10 speed MTB derailleurs. GX Shifters are also compatible with most, if not all cable braking systems (caliper, cantilever, v-brakes, mini-v, road or MTB disc…) Using a clever alteration to the brake levers to add another brake leverage point, the GX can be set up for both long or short pull to work with any cable fed brake!

The GX shifter also adapts well for the touring cyclist, providing excellent durability and range of gears. All work is done in Portland, from the machining of mounts, anodizing, laser engraving, brake lever machining and assembly of the brake levers with upgraded pivot bushings.

-Compatible with Shimano’s current 10 speed Dyna-sis and Shadow Plus MTB derailleurs.

-GX Shifters are compatible with most if not all cable braking systems.

-Provides both long and short pull brake leverage to work with any cable fed system.

-New aesthetics and cable angle dropped 10 degrees for a sleeker cockpit.

-GX are sold as a complete pair. Left mount and shift lever removable for use in a 1X set up.

-Gevenalle Crash Warranty: No Questions asked, Rebuild/Replace as needed for $34 a unit including shipping in USA.

-GX shift levers not backwards compatible with CX mounts due to larger size.

Go to Gevenalle and check these beauties out! For only $219 a pair it’s a no brainer purchase for you gravel grinding hooligans.

I’ve been having a blast exploring my local area the last few weekends with no goal of miles ridden or hills climbed; just amped on finding the unfound. I did just that and captured it with this little guy.

These are a few of my favorite random things seen. Go to FOLLY x FILM to check out the dozens more.

Really love this idea for those folks looking to get out there for the first time but not really sure how to go about it… OR, you don’t have the luxory of time to plan your trip so you rely on the pros to assist. Either way… these premium supported tours look bad ass!! Take the Oregon Outback for example… that’s definitely on my list of things to accomplish in life but time always gets away from me to plan and attend outback rides like this. I believe Limberlost felt the pain of the people and decided to do something about it. IN. LOVE with this idea!

Press Release: Limberlost announce four guided adventures in Oregon for Summer 2015

“Limberlost is a new breed of guided bicycle adventures in Oregon. The company is offering four premium, fully supported tours, including two weekends of mountain biking in Oakridge, OR, a traverse of Oregon on remote back roads, and an epic point-to-point tour that connects endless singeltrack over four mountain passes.

Limberlost is proud to offer exquisite camp cuisine with ingredients sourced from our Willamette Valley farm and other local suppliers. We serve refreshing beer brewed on the Oregon Coast, our own wine, label, and cocktails crafted with Oregon spirits.

All four trips are based out of Portland, OR. They include complete support, including all meals, transportation, local knowledge, and mechanical assistance. Each trip is limited to six guests and is supported by three guides to provide a premium experience.”

Go book’em up!! Jah Blessed!!

“Complete Team (twizzlers not included).

We partnered with House Industries and the Richard Sachs Cyclocross Team to bring you this fantastic team race sock. House Industries did the design and illustration for the wrap as well as the sock — each color is directly associated to the riders bike color. The fonts used on the wrap and the foot of each sock are from their newly minted Velo Collection. 

Designed in Portland. Made in the USA. 6″ synthetic aireator sock.

Shipping 10-15 Days.”

GO. BUY. WIN!!

DUDE!!!!!! So effing beautiful!

“2015 Army HollaText

The Berzerker Drop Outs are all business. Cast from a super strong alloy we then braze in a stainless face on the inside and finish them with our stainless faceplates featuring the circle “V”, as a nod to Vanilla. The Stainless looks good, but the real beauty is how it protects this high wear and tear area over the years.”

Go to Speedvagen’s Flickr page to check out all the solid shots

So… these are extremely rad!!

“WINGEDSTORE teamed up with Cinelli Mash rider and founder of TCB Courier Service Chas Christiansen to design the ‘Shredder’ GIRO DND Gloves x Cinelli. The glove is part of the Rider Collection series.

Technical info: The DND™ (Down And Dirty) is all about the essentials – fit, durability, and control – and built to be affordable and long-wearing. It offers a supple feel at the bars thanks to the Super Fit™ engineered AX Suede™ palm that eliminates excess material and bunching, with a breathable, 4-way stretch upper for maximum comfort. Fingertip feature that works with smartphone touch screen.

Gloves have a special fingertip that works with your smart phone touch screen.”

Go pick these bad boyz up!!