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I’m blown away! As I’ve pursued #coffeeoutside caffeinated drank sippin’ goodness there is one key element in going from a good morning to a great morning… The Bean!

I’ve visited Nashville, TN dozens of times and even had CREMA coffee before… for some reason this experience stood out more than others. With that said, it has been about a year or so since my last visit to CREMA and this was a great one.  I decided to nab their Ethiopian Guji Natural via pour over. Couldn’t have made a better decision after coming out of the woods from a bro camp/exploration session you’ll read about below.

This particular coffee was roasted not but 3 days prior to my purchase; with taste notes of strawberry sherbet, cinnamon, and lemon zest… I was in heaven!

If you’re in the Nashville, TN area you should make it a point to go check out CREMA. It would be a shame not to. If you would like to experience the joy I’ve had from afar then head over to CREMA via the web and order some beans. Cheers! 

Say it loud… I’M FAT AND I’M PROUD!!

“Offered in a very small quantity,  the 12×197 Fatbike RHUB is equipped with the SRAM XD driver for huge gear ratios, and all feature an Industry Nine ratchet combined with our well recognized guts and shell. This model will is available in a thirty two hole configuration and 12mm thru axle only.

The 12×197 RHUB is easily serviceable, quality made in the US and durable enough for long rides in the worst conditions. We use our system of adjustable bearing preload to keep things rolling smoothly. This hub is designed with no end caps that rely on QR pressure for bearing adjustment, in doing this we isolate the bearings from all forces from the dropouts. All parts are hand built in house in Northern California, except the excellent Enduro bearings, which are sourced with an extra grease fill ratio. The axle is made from super strong 7075 aluminum, and the shell is made from 6061.”

Go to Paul Component Engineering and check these suckers!

Unrelated to the product above… I also wanted to share this first Paul Comp. video in a series showing you fine folks some of the ways in which you can utilize Paul Component’s on your speed machines. Enjoy!

Vid 1 – commuter from Caroline Mays on Vimeo.

BAM!!

Parker Dusseau hooking up some sweet new apparel for your Spring/Summer riding delight!

More Merino Please!! Two new tops for you to choose from. Polo vs. Not Polo both 100% Merino Wool as well as some All Around Shorts.

Last time I was in Portland I had the opportunity to meet up with Parker Dusseau Founder Vaughn Brown and take a few quick shots via film at West End Bikes. Rad dude. Rad company all around.

Here’s a couple snaps I like showing off Parker Dusseau’s All Around Shorts, Polo, and Tee. Head over to Parker Dusseau’s Spring 2015 Lookbook to check out more.

These kits are pretty dope! Love this collaboration. Love how this team dominates.

Go to check out the new 2015 Cinelli Chrome Racewear with accessories to assist your daily ride as well as race day needs.

Here’s a few of my personal fav’s.

I had a few different events going on this weekend I probably should have dedicated my time too but I opted to cruise and relax instead. No time frames. No direction. No nothin’. Just me, my ride, and beautiful skies. This weekend was much needed.

It started with coffee outside using fresh Hobo Rouleur beans from Ocean Air Cycles and everything else fell into place.

Here are a few shots exploring different environments my local area has to offer.

Simple accessories like the SWRVE Reflective Key Ring are fun. People drive like idiots and this highly reflective piece of garb will assist in keeping you seen while you bomb the streets.

FEATURES
– re-purposed reflective road sign reinforced with nylon webbing
– industrial strength 1.5″ stainless steel ring
– heavy duty stitching
– 9.5″ loop

MADE IN USA

WHOA!! Best looking bicycle I’ve seen since Firefly Bicycles All-Road Monster! Absolutely brilliant design and build.

Go to The Radavist and check out more of John Watson’s photos and info on this beautiful creation. 

Diggin’ this from FTC!

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!!