Archives: Dustin Klein

HOTNESS!!! That’s one word to describe it. I couldn’t be MORE. AMPED! on the State Bicycle Co. & DKlein collaboration Pulsar SS 29er. As soon as I got the Pulsar out of the box I couldn’t rip the packaging off fast enough to check out Dustin’s design brought to mountain bike. It’s so rad on so many levels, not really sure how to put it all into words.

Dustin Klein has personally inspired me for years, like many of you, to ride x create. Not letting perceived limitations get you down, and to push past the fear of the unknown… well, that’s how he has inspired me at least. To ride with THAT vibe in tact will bring a smile to my face for many pedal strokes to come. Stoked!

Now… this entry level ripper isn’t going to have all the bells and whistles, and it shouldn’t for the price tag of $649 delivered; but it does have what you need to get out, have a killer time, and look good while doing so. Some of the things I did / noticed immediately when building it up:

• Flipped / dropped the stem (personal preference / will cut steer tube asap)
• Super comfy but solid fork flex
• GREAT grips that will grip heavily
• Bike weight lighter than expected

The entry level Pulsar SS is the perfect place to start for those that don’t know what direction they really want to go with their build, OR that just want a GREAT looking entry level ridged single speed. You can upgrade with better components and suspension fork if you would prefer. State Bicycle Co. has a couple different build options on their site. I recommend checking that out. Something I will never change on my personal Pulsar is the ridged fork. Dustin’s design is just too plain good to discard.

Some things I will change out immediately (aka this week): Brakes, chain, pedals, and cog. It’s not that I’m not ok with them as they came, I just have some extra goodies laying around waiting to be used.

I haven’t spent a lot of time on the Pulsar yet… but from my initial exploratory back woods gutter sessions, I’m really into it!! Great ride all around!!

I hope you enjoyed my initial take on the State Bicycle Co. & DKlein Pulsar SS 29er collaboration thus far. Make sure to follow along on our Instagram (@createfolly) for daily inside looks with my interaction on the Pulsar. I will be posting updates and exploration recaps on this two wheeled shred sled via the blog and the GRAM for many summer months to come. In the meantime, head over to State Bicycle Co. and check out more details on the Pulsar along with all the options you have when building your own.

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YESSSSSSSSS!!!!!!! Absolutely in LOVE with this creation from State Bicycle Co. and Dustin Klein. So simple, clean, and just plain good!!!

“Rigid mountain bike equipped with premiere components: WTB, Rockshox SRAM, Avid, Truvative & custom design by DKLEIN. Want to ride geared? Rigged with additional cable guide hardware for easy conversion.”

Go to State Bicycle Co. to check out more details on this beauty. 

Inside the Brains of Tom Ritchey & Dustin Klein from cadence studios on Vimeo.

“I just look at nothing as being untouchable. There’s nothing we can’t do.”

RIDE x CREATE

Digging these!

“Designed and Sewn at Klum House in Berkeley CA.

-Water resistant and durable waxed canvas outer

-Hook and Loop closer at back to attach to belt, bag, straps etc.

-Made from upcycled scrap material

-Made in house

-Available in 3 sizes

-Zip clouser.”

Cadence Denim from cadence studios on Vimeo.

Dustin Klein always nailing it! Good lookin’ out for our ass wearing pleasures!

“Cadence is the originator of cycling denim before there was a trend in the urban market.  Dustin Klein, designer, artist and ex-messenger created Cadence in San Francisco in 2003 and has been deeply embedded in the cycling culture since the early days.  The brand has continued to attract a dedicated following due to the no nonsense, progressive approach to design and manufacturing product with purpose in the USA.

Cadence Raw Cycling Denim has been built from over five years of design and testing. Features include Kabiao stitch inseam for durability, double back pockets for riding with a lock, reinforced seat, reflective back label for visibility, 2% stretch for mobility, tapered cuff for riding to avoid rolling up pants, custom hardware and Raw Denim that is manufactured in LA, CA.”

Go to Cadence and check these out for yourself. I promise you won’t be disappointed!

Cadence Fall/Winter 2014 Motion from cadence studios on Vimeo.

Get RAD! with Cadence.

DKlein… always on that level.

This is one of my favorite pieces from the collection. Go check out more from Dustin Klein and be prepared to spend money. Always nailing it Dustin.

Dustin Klein has been an inspiration to me since I found out about Cadence many moons ago. These photos by Patrick Thames, capturing Dustin at Cadence and his room filled with all things postive and motivating, really nails it! It goes back to the ride x create vibe as well as disbursing limitations… for me at least.

Go to Pedal Consumption and check out Part I and Part II of Patrick’s photo documented visit. I promise you’ll enjoy.

RIDE x CREATE

Cadence nails it again! Some designs I dig more than others from Cadence. This is one of those designs. Go to Cadence and check out the entire Airflow Collection. Pretty dope stuff.

Photo by John Watson I believe

Dustin Klein always knocking it out of the park. Go over to PiNP for other rad photos of this beautiful DKlein/Cadence/Ritchey Collab!