Monthly Archives: April 2015

Amped on getting out and getting caffeinated. As you know I love to go out and explore via those two wheeled speed machines. What better way to do that than to bring along a portable coffee lab. This is my first test run and everything worked out just fine! BUT… The MSR WhisperLite isn’t all that conducive to compact traveling.  Don’t get me wrong… it’s an amazing stove, I’ve had it for 13 years, but it’s time to dive deep into Snow Peak’s goodness.

I picked up the Snow Peak “Starter Kit” as it appeared to be the best option and I found it local. I’ve already ran the kit through its paces and have got to say WOW!! SUPER quick, simple, compact. I’ll be using it exclusively next weekend at Fall Creek Falls Tennessee State Park. Photos and review to come shortly after.

Ride x Caffinate

I had a few brief minutes to pop in and say hello to Andy and Ashley. I did my best to capture some profile shots of them in action on this Record Store Day. Amped to see everyone out. Bummed I didn’t get to stay longer.

If you’re in the North Alabama area definitely swing by Vertical House Records today. I promise you won’t be disappointed you did. 

How could you not love this! Matt Blease has mastered sa·tir·i·cal illustrations.

Diggin’ this from FTC!

DZR coming through with one solid Summer sneaker. Love these!

“About Mechanic Shoe:

Historically, sneakers have been a mark of our tribe, a product of our time, an outward reflection of context and culture. More than anything though, they can be beautiful works of art. The Mechanic, with it’s perforated vegan toe cap and ballistic nylon side panels makes for an unassuming California deck shoe with authentic classic status.

Features:

    –  NATURAL GUM RUBBER: Natural rubber is sticky, durable and provides optimum grip on a variety of surfaces.

    –  VARIABLE FLEX SHANK: DZR’s feature technology A full-length nylon mid-sole/shank designed with strategically mapped stiffness for a combination of power transfer while pedaling and flexibility for walking.

    –  VEGAN: Keeping animals happy, one shoe at a time.”

Go to DZR and check the Mechanic Shoe out. If you’re in the market for a solid shoe to get you in and out of your daily pedaling shenanigans you just found it.

I LOVE working night moves… Capturing all that is good in the dark creates a challenge. I have accepted that challenge!

I mean… SERIOUSLY!!! On ALL levels!!

Go check out more great images and follow along with Adam Eldridge’s creative process!

RIDE x CREATE

(Editors Note: That lady though!!)

CHROME PRESENTS: SURVIVE THE CITY from Chrome Industries on Vimeo.

Super rad promo video!! Love seeing Matt Reyes killing it as always!!

“Living and working the city requires gear that can withstand the harsh conditions of city life. Changing weather, traffic, construction, and people are everyday factors. Our new Spring 2015 Collection: Survive the City, provides durable, adaptable products like the new Knurled Welded™ on-bike bags, updated Chrome WIND™ and Chrome MERINO™ clothing, and bombproof bags to carry all the shit you can’t live without. The streets can be tough. Survive the City.”

DUDE!! AND WHAT ABOUT THIS COMBO!!!!!!!!!

Yesterday was one SOLID day! I caught an amazing sun rise, got to further test out this handlebar bag we are collab creating with a rad bag company (more details soon), rode the FaTRoB on some fun trails, and further develop photography skills! BAM… Ride x Create to the max!!

I hope your Wednesday was equally as eventful!

DOOD!!! Firefly done did it again!! Just look at this beautiful monster!!

Go to Firefly Bicycles Flickr Page and check out all the other rad shots of the BOMBOLONI! Such a ripper!!