Archives: Bicycle

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WOLFDRAWN: CONGO from Matthew Spencer on Vimeo.

WOLFDRAWN, PROTECTOR OF THE GNAR

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Stinner Frameworks – How our bikes are made from Hazardous Taste on Vimeo.

Was inadvertently introduced to Stinner Frameworks via Ty’s IG feed (@tytanium). Hadn’t heard of them before, but thanks to the good ol’ internet; I was well informed of their rad cycling creations in no time.

To be honest… Stinner Frameworks had me at “I like metal, bicycles, USA and whiskey.” (IG @stinnerframeworks)

“I love riding bikes, but more importantly I enjoy both the challenge and the incredible reward of building bikes that are designed perfectly for an individual.” – Aaron Stinner 

Cheers to that!  The Ride x Create vibe flows deep with Mr. Stinner.  Make sure to head over to further check out what Stinner Frameworks is all about.  Promise you won’t be disappointed.  

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Shredwell2 Jam in San Jose from Lucas Bockelmann on Vimeo.

BOOYA!!  SHREDWELL TWO now available for digital download only $5!! 

“Our much-anticipated Grime Bikes video, Shredwell Two is now available to the public via digital download. Filmed and edited by Mike Schmitt and Matt Reyes this video is 38 minutes of non-stop shredding.”

Buyin it!  So should you.

Photo by Kyle Kelley

Kyle takes some bad ass shots, but this one takes the cake.

Follow more photo radery via IG (@kylebkelley)

Photo by Danny Cameron

“I’m so happy to tell you that I’m part of the Crew Team alongside the incredible Santi De Hita.”

Very rad David!!  Congrats to that.

Check out other mondo photos of Mr. Deaf Pigeon himself featuring his Dosnoventa speed machine!

Photo and Interview by George Marshall

“I’ve spent my life riding bikes and falling in love with them.” – Taj

THIS IS SO RAD! 

Taj is a big inspiration to me and all that he has accomplished in his pursuit to be a part of, and have input into rad bike/skate creations!  This photo sums up the Ride x Create Vibe perfectly!!!

Thank you Taj for all that you have and all that you will continue to create!  Mucho mas radery!!

Make sure to head over to Rapha for a full interview of Mr. Mihelich.  Promise you’ll dig it.

Matt Blevins of Blevins Bicycle Co. invited me up to his shop for some brewskis and the request to take a few shots of the builds below for a little promo love.  It’s the first time anyone has requested me to shoot photos for a specific promotional purpose (knowing that all I have is my iphone).  I don’t promote myself as a photographer nor do I view myself as one, Matt was just being nice.

With that said, Argue for you limitations and soon they will be yours; my mind immediately started racing on how I was going to capture the idea of what Matt wanted.  

I got to the shop and Matt was finishing up this mega bad ass Parlee build with all the bells and whistles. He was talking with a few customer as I cracked open a beer.

After a few minutes in my own thoughts I came up with the idea to head outside.  I wanted to start with the Waterford being that the Parlee wasn’t complete yet.  I’d noticed there was some rusty metal shipping containers on the side of the shop that would be a cool background.

Matt has this small stand that I couldn’t find anywhere and I didn’t feel comfortable taking someone else’s fresh, expensive bike outside in the wind (it was a bit windy) without something to secure the machine. So, I started taking super shitty shots in the shop with the hopes one of them would turn out. The basics, ass, profile, front type stuff.  It was depressing.  At one point Brandon (the shop manager) asked if I needed a hug… “yes” as I open a fresh one.

Then… Matt shows me a simple shot he took of a frame with this white sheet as a backdrop!  BINGO, I knew I could do something with this.  For a good bit of the shots I throw up on IG (@createfolly) I detail the shot with Snapseed first.  Although this backdrop is just a simple sheet, I knew it had enough contrast to the bike to enhance the white and make it bright white; eliminating the imperfections.

I’m really pumped on how these turned out.  In no way would this pass for a pro shoot whatsoever, nor would I promote it as such… BUT, it is a cool first step into exploring the limitations of something as simple as an iphone for some cool shots.

Never sell yourself short. Never stop pushing your limits. Ride x Create

Stanridge Speed HSP

Stanridge Speed CX

I must say… Mr. Eldridge is one hell of a hard worker. On top of his hard work and GREAT creative American made bicicleta’s… he’s a nice fella.

Feel free to follow Stanridge Speed Cycles on IG (@stanridgecycles) for a close look at Adam’s creative process and the attention to detail he gives each and every one of his rad cycling machines!

Photo from Yonder Journal IG (@yonderjournal)

“Help spread the word about Yonder Journal. Tag your best photos of outdoor adventures, the frontier spirit, or general corn dogging with #goyonder and @yonderjournal. We’ll chose the best 5 photos and send you a Brovet book for free.  Maybe a sticker too. You have one week. Go!” – Yonder Journal

DO IT

Photo from The 5th Floor’s IG (@the5thfloor)

Mondo gnar patchery

“Patches going on the web store this weekend.”