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.”
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.
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.”
“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.”
This is a really rad program. If you’ve been looking to get out and lose yourself via bicycle this is for you.
BLACKBURN RANGER PROGRAM
Do you believe that the world is best seen by bike? OK, we have something for you …
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif, (January 6, 2015) – Continuing in the spirit of adventure, Blackburn announces its third installation in its “Out There” adventure cycling program.
Blackburn will be recruiting 6 new brand ambassadors for 2015. Nicknamed “Rangers,” these ambassadors are the ultimate testers of Blackburn products, while supporting and promoting it’s core culture. The program will continue to feature two of the most iconic cycling routes, the people who ride them and the uncommon adventures they have along the way. The Pacific Coast and the Great Divide will continue to serve as the pages that the Blackburn ambassadors, will write their journal of adventures upon.
“We know that there is a great story around every corner once you are on your bike and we want to be a part of that,” said Robin Sansom, Blackburn brand manager. “Enabling adventure through design and innovation was the reason that Jim Blackburn started the company 40 years ago.”
How To Become A Ranger:
In order to become a Ranger, be prepared to inform Blackburn by presenting your best experience on a bike, or why you want to ride from Canada to Mexico. The next step is to create. Show who you are by uploading a short video to YouTube, using the hashtag #beablackburnranger2015, that embodies who you are and showcases what will make you stand apart as a ranger. Lastly, inspire others by sharing your adventure. After submitting your application, get your friends, family, and community members to endorse you via social media.
Routes: Blackburn is proud to be a Titanium Member in support of the Adventure Cycling Association. An organization whose diligence and passion for travel by bike have and continue to make these routes some of the best in the world.
*The Pacific Coast Bicycle Route covers 1,852 miles from Vancouver, British Columbia to Imperial Beach, California. Consisting of beautiful roads lining the Pacific Ocean, Rangers will use touring bicycles and Blackburn racks and panniers to carry necessities along the way.
*The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is an off road route that was originally mapped by the Adventure Cycling Association, from Banff, Alberta to Antelope Wells, New Mexico, a distance of 2,740 miles. Great Divide Rangers will ride mountain bikes, whether rigid or suspended, and use bikepacking bags strapped to their frames, handlebars and saddles. Lights, pumps and computers from Blackburn will keep them rolling and safe.
About Blackburn Design
Since its inception at the hands of Jim Blackburn in 1975, Blackburn has been dedicated to designing stronger, lighter, more innovative and more reliable cycling products and accessories that are essential to the riding experience. The Scotts Valley-based company produces pumps, lights, racks, bags, computers, cages, trainers, tools, saddles, fenders and mirrors. For more information, please visit http://www.blackburndesign.com.
Also, Blackburn very much appreciates the support of the Out There program this year with great partnerships from Niner, Bell, Giro and SRAM.
I’ve been using the Showers Pass Body Mapped Base Layer for the last few weeks on rides and runs alike in really cold weather. It’s blown me away with how solid it is (review on that product in the works)!
With that said… I could only image Showers Pass’ new Metro Jacket is equilly as impressive.
Press Release:
Portland, OR | January 5, 2015 — Answering strong customer demand for a handsome piece of weatherproof outerwear that looks great on the street and works even better on the bike, the new Showers Pass Metro Jacket has arrived. Designed with the style-conscious commuter in mind, the Metro is made to withstand the rigors of real-world cycling, year-round, no matter the forecast. Throw in a supple build and soft, silky interior and you’ve got a perfect crossover jacket.
Showers Pass president Kyle Ranson is thrilled about this addition to the company’s lineup. “From the street to the bike and back again, with uncompromising style and performance—that’s what we set out to deliver,” says Ranson, “and it’s exceeded our expectations. The Metro performs brilliantly and looks amazing. And we put a premium on comfort: we spec’d our proprietary Artex fabric with a unique double-print technology. This lifts the membrane just a hair’s width farther away from the skin to allow it to breathe and wick perspiration better, killing any clamminess. It’s just a pleasure to ride in.”
TECH SPECS:
Artex Hardshell 2.5-layer fabric for waterproof-breathable performance without the bulk • Seam-taped construction for maximum wind- and waterproofing • Reinforced panels across shoulders protect fabric from backpack and messenger-bag straps • Asymmetrical front zipper reduces chafing under your chin • Two-way YKK wide-tooth front zipper with interior storm flap • Dual core vents and upper back “exhaust pipe” vent for airflow without billowing • Articulated elbows, plus slightly longer tail for better coverage when riding • Exclusive airflow-regulating cuffs • Reflective accents on back hem and left sleeve for signaling turns • Specially designed back pockets with water-resistant zippers angled for easy accessibility • Soft, moisture-wicking lining at collar
I finally got free to just go explore my local area and find all the cool spots I’ve yet to ride. No time restraints, no agenda, just the spirit to find the unfound.
These are 15 iPhone shots edited with VSCO from 2 different ride x explore sessions. I should be getting the film shots developed soon.
Also… the FaTRoB is the best exploration tool ridden to date. Completely in love with this machine.
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!
