So amped to work with State Bicycle Co. AND make BFF’s like Russ Lafleur during this last Portland invasion.
Even more amped that this connection is all represented on one kit like the Lafleur State Bicycle Co. kit.
Even more more pumped that I can rock all the above on a daily basis!!
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YES! YES! YES! I’m so completely amped to be a part of this!
Swift Campout
Swift Industries launches global call-out for a bike-overnight on June 20th and 21st, 2015.
Seattle, WA–Bicycle bag manufacturing company Swift Industries announces Swift Campout, a branding event calling adventure seekers to participate with hundreds of localized bike-overnights on a Solstice weekend.
Swift Industries will be mapping participant locations, celebrating with prizes and gathering Camp Journals, adventure short films, and route sharing through the company website (builtbyswift.com) beginning on April 5th, 2015.
Swift Industries is appointing twenty-five Navigators, influential individuals or shops, to lead and document a Swift Campout. The role of the Navigator is to band together a group of riders, create a route, and stoke the event.
LETS DO THIS!!!!!
I will be working with local bike shops to rally the troops and put together a rad bike/camp trip the weekend of June 20th – 21st.
More details on that soon. Make sure to follow along on our Instagram page for updates on #SwiftCampout . This is gonna be so good!
I’ve drank a good bit of coffee from around the nation and developed my opinion positive and negative. Some of our pals in Birmingham, AL have started something really rad called Domestique Coffee.
I love how punk rock this endeavor is as these beans were “Roasted in my kitchen” per Sam Porter (cyclocross pal and raditarian of the Ride x Create vibe). I gotta admit… I was hesitant when I read that and prepared myself for the results after poring piping hot water over Domestique’s roasted bean… but I’ve gotta say!!! Domestique Coffee is KILLER!!! Some of the smoothest I’ve had in a while! Seriously… this coffee is really good!
Keep your eyes peeled for the unveiling/further release of Domestique Coffee. I promise you won’t be dissapointed. 
I did a lot of searching for a new watch. My last trip to PDX demolished my previous watch. Not from all the shenanigans that went down… but by TSA. I put my watch into the small dish that holds rings, change, watches, etc. and it came out cracked! I had no time to fight The Man so I accepted my fate and pushed on to my gate.
With that said I contemplated picking up a more expensive watch but couldn’t justify the cost nor did I really want a high dollar watch. What I wanted was a tried and true, classic, functional, and industrious watch that fit my lifestyle. As I’m scratching my head thinking of all the companies we’ve come across the thought hit me… TIMEX!! Looked at the TIMEX site and it took me 5 seconds to decide on picking up the TIMEX Weekender (Editors Note: The name also reminded me of Fairdale’s Weekender and I had an immediate day dream of cruising gravel roads on the FaTRoB, wind in my face, and heading to a campsite).
I love the TIMEX Weekender for several reasons. The low cost. The clean design. The durability. The name. (FOLLY Fun Fact Time: I served 6 years in the Air Force and my TIMEX time piece stayed with me every step of the way).
Go check out TIMEX! Perfect time piece to take on those summer bikepacking trips you have planned out; and if you demolish your TIMEX Weekender you most likely will be able to replace it as soon as you come back from exploring the unridden. 
“Since 1975 Blackburn has been making products that help cyclist to do more, go further, and be ready for anything. For our 40th anniversary, we wanted to step back and look at the history of bicycle travel in the Americas. Our lighthearted film includes stories, footage and interviews with bike pioneers, makers and historians.”
Everyone who will be attending Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, CA is invited to the debut screening of on April 15th @ Monterey County Fair Grounds – gates open at 7:30pm.
Go to Blackburn to check out more details.
That Ty Hathaway… so dreamy.
“After rigorous field testing around the world, Acre-Supply has released it’s Spring 2015 cycling collection. The latest offering is designed to help riders cover the most ground possible, no matter the conditions. The collection utilizes the most advanced fabrics from around the world including mil-spec stretch nylon from the USA, Italian knit jerseys, New Zealand merino wool shirts, and ultralight waterproof-breathable shells constructed in Vancouver, Canada.
Created by Mission Workshop, Acre-Supply is a collection of hydration packs and apparel designed to balance the need to climb light and fast with durable protection from the elements.
Thoughtful design and attention to detail make this collection equally at home on the mountain, trail, open road, or city streets. ACRE apparel is comprised of highly articulated jackets and shorts combined with durable stretch fabrics to allow maximum movement in a minimalist design. In addition, merino jerseys and base layers provide thermal regulation and moisture management over a wide range of temperatures and conditions. The 2015 product range includes quick drying shirts, versatile pullovers, long distance padded compression shorts, ultralight waterproof-breathable outerwear, and all-mountain over-shorts constructed using durable 4-way stretch nylon.
The latest offering comes in addition to their highly regarded line of USA made weatherproof hydration packs and accessories. ACRE trail packs are designed to go anywhere in all conditions; waterproof, lightweight, and exceptionally durable.”
Love this!
These are few of my favorite photos from the collection. Make sure to head over to ACRE-Supply and checkout all the new offerings from ACRE for your summer trail ripping needs.
Turf – Who Is Mike Schmitt from TURF BIKES on Vimeo.
All the rad!
“Mike Schmitt rode/filmed with Matt Reyes over the past few months to put together this web profile to drop in-cahoots with his signature Turf part; The Nightstick Peg. Available now on TurfBikes“
Rumpl High Performance Blankets from Rumpl on Vimeo.
Whoa!! These are pretty freaking sweet!!
“Rumpl incorporates decades of proven technologies developed for the outdoor industry into our products. The materials have been tested and proven in harsh environments, yet specifically selected for comfort and durability. We believe the blanket you use everyday deserves the same attention to detail as a sleeping bag you might use 10 times a year. The end result is a premium and versatile blanket that can be used anywhere you go… or when you dont go anywhere.”
From the grasses outside the Emerald City to the woods where the lions and tigers and bears reside… I rode through them both.
Go to FOLLY x DIGITAL to check out a few more snaps from this weekend!
I’m always amped to work with new cameras and this FujiFilm X-E2 with Fujinon 35mm f/1.4 lens is killing it!! Well… that in conjunction with VSCO, I’m set up with a truly mobile photo shooting/editing lab via two wheels!!
Go to FOLLY x DIGITAL to check out the other shots I nabbed last night.
Also… if you wanna lurk My Grid feel free to do so.
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