Monday, April 29, 2013
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Motorcycle Crashes into Bicyclist
"Rider hits cyclists coming out of a turn on Mulholland Hwy. Cyclists didn't appear to have serious injuries. Note about cyclists and riders coexisting on this famous 2 mile stretch of road. Even though bicycles are up here in increasing numbers, this is the first time a bycycle has been hit by a motorcycle In the fours years I've been up here. Motorcycle riders of all skill levels come up here to practice. This location it is pretty common for riders to sometimes go wide exiting the turn. It is very unfortunate, and a rare case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. We wish the cyclists a speedy recovery."
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Rough Rider Promo
Rough Rider Promo from Wildfire Films on Vimeo.
The most spectacular sporting event in the world in 2013 will take place next July, when for twenty‐one days, the 100th Tour de France sees 180 cyclists pedal over 3,000km around the French countryside. This grueling event will be cheered on by huge roadside crowds and accompanied by the mighty caravan of global media, sponsors, medics and support staff that keep the wheels turning.
Within that media scrum sits one of the worlds most cantankerous sports journalists. Paul Kimmage has spent the last 22 years fighting to rid his most beautiful sport of doping. The former professional cyclist is detested by many in the sport, led by Lance Armstrong, fellow journalists and heads of the world cycling governing body.
Throughout the twenty‐one days of the most grueling road race, we travel with journalist Paul Kimmage in his caravan, giving us an extraordinary insight into the fascinating, beautiful and often shocking world of professional cycling. At its heart this is a story of one man’s unrequited love for his sport.
Right now, there is no sport with a bigger credibility fight on its hands than cycling, and no event where genuine romance coexists so uncomfortably with hideous reality than the Tour de France. Told against the backdrop of the centenary Tour, and through the eyes of one of the most aggravated whistleblowers in sports journalism, we are going on a journey that could prove to be one of the most contentious sports films of our time.
Due for completion: November 2013
Made with development funding from Bord Scannán na hÉireann/the Irish Film Board
The most spectacular sporting event in the world in 2013 will take place next July, when for twenty‐one days, the 100th Tour de France sees 180 cyclists pedal over 3,000km around the French countryside. This grueling event will be cheered on by huge roadside crowds and accompanied by the mighty caravan of global media, sponsors, medics and support staff that keep the wheels turning.
Within that media scrum sits one of the worlds most cantankerous sports journalists. Paul Kimmage has spent the last 22 years fighting to rid his most beautiful sport of doping. The former professional cyclist is detested by many in the sport, led by Lance Armstrong, fellow journalists and heads of the world cycling governing body.
Throughout the twenty‐one days of the most grueling road race, we travel with journalist Paul Kimmage in his caravan, giving us an extraordinary insight into the fascinating, beautiful and often shocking world of professional cycling. At its heart this is a story of one man’s unrequited love for his sport.
Right now, there is no sport with a bigger credibility fight on its hands than cycling, and no event where genuine romance coexists so uncomfortably with hideous reality than the Tour de France. Told against the backdrop of the centenary Tour, and through the eyes of one of the most aggravated whistleblowers in sports journalism, we are going on a journey that could prove to be one of the most contentious sports films of our time.
Due for completion: November 2013
Made with development funding from Bord Scannán na hÉireann/the Irish Film Board
Friday, April 26, 2013
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Same Roads, Same Rules, Same Rights
I understand the message this picture is trying to convey. It's simple, cyclist have the same rights as our motor vehicle friends... but how many of us cyclists practice what we preach?
How many of us have blown through a red light, or rolled through a stop sign, or better yet blocked in a poor motorist while in a large group ride?
The words in this picture should be swapped and messaging to cyclists should read, "Same Roads, Same Rights, SAME RULES"
Power is in numbers and I've been on plenty of group rides where "we cyclists" believe the rules not apply to us as we make our way down the road.
So I guess my point is, I understand the message, but as cyclists, it's also important to practice what we preach.
How many of us have blown through a red light, or rolled through a stop sign, or better yet blocked in a poor motorist while in a large group ride?
The words in this picture should be swapped and messaging to cyclists should read, "Same Roads, Same Rights, SAME RULES"
Power is in numbers and I've been on plenty of group rides where "we cyclists" believe the rules not apply to us as we make our way down the road.
So I guess my point is, I understand the message, but as cyclists, it's also important to practice what we preach.
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
The Bieke Theft / Velofenders
the bieke theft / velofenders from Oskars Cirsis on Vimeo.
Every spring in Latvia comes with a huge increase in bicycle thefts. Everyone knows it, but because of the state laws, police can’t do much about it. We had to change the situation, so we made an experiment called “Velofenders” (Bike theft).It involved 5 bikes equipped with GPS trackers, multiple online cameras, 16000 crime witnesses, every bike thief in Latvia and the local police.
After the project IR magazine raised the topic and because of our experiment state police admitted that there is something wrong with the laws, so now they are working on a new and hopefully better law.
Every spring in Latvia comes with a huge increase in bicycle thefts. Everyone knows it, but because of the state laws, police can’t do much about it. We had to change the situation, so we made an experiment called “Velofenders” (Bike theft).It involved 5 bikes equipped with GPS trackers, multiple online cameras, 16000 crime witnesses, every bike thief in Latvia and the local police.
After the project IR magazine raised the topic and because of our experiment state police admitted that there is something wrong with the laws, so now they are working on a new and hopefully better law.
Monday, April 22, 2013
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Glendora Mountain Road to Mt Baldy - Geared
GMR to Mt Baldy, GEARED! Yeah geared, although riding fixed gear up Glendora Mountain Road is fun, it also hurts, a lot.
With that said, Michael and I decided to take the Colnago and Cervelo instead. We left at 6:30 am and it was a pretty leisurely ride the whole way. We cruised to the base of GMR and kept a comfortable pace up to the maintenance shed.
As we made our way up to the shed, I pointed out some of my favorite mile markers. MM 10.49, or Marilyn Monroe, is my first favorite. MM 10.49 has since been replaced but it used to have a painting of Marilyn on it. MM 10.49 also means the first saddle is close.
Another favorite on the way to the maintenance shed is MM 8.44. Between the first saddle and Newmans is MM 8.44. After the first saddle, I try to keep my head down and hammer until I get the the short downhill before the shed. For some reason, I always look up at MM 8.44, intentional or not, my head comes up. MM 8.44 gives you a false sense of getting close to the shed, only to be mightily discouraged as you turn the bend and see more road twisting along the mountain side.
Michael and I took a very short break at the shed. The ride from the shed to Mt Baldy Village wasn't bad. Somewhere after Fork plus MM 6 point something, Michael decided to chase down some other roadies and left me behind. I continued on my same pace until we regrouped at the village before heading home.
Once down the mountain we toyed with the idea of a quick ride around Bonelli but I decided to conclude my ride. Adam had a soccer game at 11 am and I wanted to make sure I had plenty of time to eat and shower before hand.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Trek World Racing DH || Sea Otter and Port Angeles
Trek World Racing DH || Sea Otter and Port Angeles from Trek World Racing on Vimeo.
Music
Truly Dark - Hot Fiction
What You Want Is Lost - Orphan Songs
Dark Clouds - RIM
powered by Jamendo
Music
Truly Dark - Hot Fiction
What You Want Is Lost - Orphan Songs
Dark Clouds - RIM
powered by Jamendo
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Indoor Training Tips from Bicycling Magazine
A lot of stuff I post is for me, so I don't forget it. This is definitely one of them.
http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/training-fitness/how-ride-inside-indoor-trainer-workouts-cyclists
http://www.bicycling.com/training-nutrition/training-fitness/how-ride-inside-indoor-trainer-workouts-cyclists
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Noble Cycles (Custom Bicycle Frames)
Noble Cycles (Custom Bicycle Frames) from Gilles Labarbe on Vimeo.
Nicolas Noblet, artisan cadreur
Arlon, Belgique
Tel : +32 63 22 95 92
Mobile : +32 (0)471 71 04 75
noblecyclesbelgium@gmail.com
http://www.noblecycles.be/
facebook: http://goo.gl/O4h03
Nicolas Noblet, artisan cadreur
Arlon, Belgique
Tel : +32 63 22 95 92
Mobile : +32 (0)471 71 04 75
noblecyclesbelgium@gmail.com
http://www.noblecycles.be/
facebook: http://goo.gl/O4h03
Monday, April 15, 2013
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Beach Ride - Fixed
Michael and I rode to the beach from Diamond Bar. It was a great ride. Its been a while since Michael and I have ridden together, so the beach ride was perfect. Perfect because we were looking for a long ride where we could just "spin" and catch up on family lives, etc.
As usual I (we) was pressed for time so we were on the road by 6 am. We held a moderate pace, nothing to hard. There was a lot of moisture in the air, and it only got wetter as we dropped into Newport Beach.
We stopped in Newport for about 10 minutes to eat our snacks and use the restrooms. Is it me or is there some unspoken rule that all beach bathrooms must be disgustingly dirty and gross?
The ride back wasn't too bad. We had a mild tailwind to gently push up SART and early on we drafted behind two others until Kraemer Blvd.
Once off SART, and on the roads, fatigue started setting in. The beach ride will do this to you and there is no time off while riding fixed.
We continued on and I held my impending leg cramps at bay as we entered Brea Canyon. Michael, whether it was intentional or not, started to pick up the pace and we were slowly creeping from 16 mph to 19 mph and beyond before I dropped off the back.
He slowed down and I caught up just before Diamond Bar Blvd. From there we finished up our ride and made our way back to the cars.
As usual I (we) was pressed for time so we were on the road by 6 am. We held a moderate pace, nothing to hard. There was a lot of moisture in the air, and it only got wetter as we dropped into Newport Beach.
We stopped in Newport for about 10 minutes to eat our snacks and use the restrooms. Is it me or is there some unspoken rule that all beach bathrooms must be disgustingly dirty and gross?
The ride back wasn't too bad. We had a mild tailwind to gently push up SART and early on we drafted behind two others until Kraemer Blvd.
Once off SART, and on the roads, fatigue started setting in. The beach ride will do this to you and there is no time off while riding fixed.
We continued on and I held my impending leg cramps at bay as we entered Brea Canyon. Michael, whether it was intentional or not, started to pick up the pace and we were slowly creeping from 16 mph to 19 mph and beyond before I dropped off the back.
He slowed down and I caught up just before Diamond Bar Blvd. From there we finished up our ride and made our way back to the cars.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Friday, April 12, 2013
Trek Domane 4.3
Domane, Domane, Domane, since Spartacus won E3, Flanders and Roubaix, I can't get the Trek Domane out of my mind.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Well it Happened...
I got a little bit older. This is my sister and me riding a bike. Nothing has changed, I still enjoy riding a bike.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Camping in Carpintaria
Spent Friday through Monday camping with the family in Carpintaria. Great times.
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| Natalie cruising up the Blvd to the playground |
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| Family Photo with Hardy White Soap and Stuffy |
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| The Kids |
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Paris Roubaix - A Throw of the Dice
A Throw of the Dice from RAPHA on Vimeo.
A film by Nick Livesey with Ridley Scott Associates for Rapha.
"Historically, 'The Hell of the North' was not referring to the sheer pain and torment the cyclists of the Paris-Roubaix must endure to complete the 275km race. It was a newspaper caption describing the landscape when the race was resumed after WW1 - charred forests, open sewers - a completely decimated and blackened horizon.
Run your fingers through the topsoil in that region of Northern France and you are likely to find shrapnel and splintered bones. The race has been shaped by history, and as I discovered so too was Johan Museeuw's brush with fate in the Forest of Arenberg.
The only way to define Museeuw's true 'North' was to meet him in the ancient forest. From there the trajectory of the back story was formed, and thus began the filming process."
—Nick Livesey
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http://www.rapha.cc/rsa-films
Rapha and RSA Films present three short films inspired by the people, places and stories of road racing. Johan Museeuw, Sean Kelly and Dario Pegoretti are celebrated in three cinematic portraits exploring the passion, history and drama of the sport.
Based on a trio of story-labels originally found inside the Rapha Club Jerseys, each film brings a new translation: The intense dreamscape of Nick Livesey's ode to Johan Museeuw, Adrian Moat's tale of discovery inspired by Sean Kelly and Ben Ingham's intimate view of Dario Pegoretti in his workshop, all powerful representations of three distinct icons of road racing.
It has been a privilege to work with Ridley Scott Associates and such talented friends on these films.
A film by Nick Livesey with Ridley Scott Associates for Rapha.
"Historically, 'The Hell of the North' was not referring to the sheer pain and torment the cyclists of the Paris-Roubaix must endure to complete the 275km race. It was a newspaper caption describing the landscape when the race was resumed after WW1 - charred forests, open sewers - a completely decimated and blackened horizon.
Run your fingers through the topsoil in that region of Northern France and you are likely to find shrapnel and splintered bones. The race has been shaped by history, and as I discovered so too was Johan Museeuw's brush with fate in the Forest of Arenberg.
The only way to define Museeuw's true 'North' was to meet him in the ancient forest. From there the trajectory of the back story was formed, and thus began the filming process."
—Nick Livesey
--
http://www.rapha.cc/rsa-films
Rapha and RSA Films present three short films inspired by the people, places and stories of road racing. Johan Museeuw, Sean Kelly and Dario Pegoretti are celebrated in three cinematic portraits exploring the passion, history and drama of the sport.
Based on a trio of story-labels originally found inside the Rapha Club Jerseys, each film brings a new translation: The intense dreamscape of Nick Livesey's ode to Johan Museeuw, Adrian Moat's tale of discovery inspired by Sean Kelly and Ben Ingham's intimate view of Dario Pegoretti in his workshop, all powerful representations of three distinct icons of road racing.
It has been a privilege to work with Ridley Scott Associates and such talented friends on these films.
Friday, April 5, 2013
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Indiana University's Little 500
Indiana University's Little 500 - April 16, 2011 from Charlie Scudder on Vimeo.
The 61st annual running of the men's Little 500 bicycle race in Bloomington, Indiana. Featuring Indiana University's Straight No Chaser performing the traditional pre-race rendition of "Back Home Again in Indiana".
The 61st annual running of the men's Little 500 bicycle race in Bloomington, Indiana. Featuring Indiana University's Straight No Chaser performing the traditional pre-race rendition of "Back Home Again in Indiana".
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Leader of the Pack
Leader of the Pack from Ryan McDonald on Vimeo.
Leader of the Pack follows Chuck Taylor, a veteran cyclist and Little 500 aficionado in Bloomington, Indiana. See his dedication to cycling, and the impact he has on the local cycling community.
MultiVisions Finalist - Advanced Non-Fiction 2010
Created By:
Ryan McDonald
Ellen Knecht
Ben McGill
Erin Gupte
Shane Spitler
To learn more about the Little 500:
http://www.iusf.indiana.edu/little500/index.html
Leader of the Pack follows Chuck Taylor, a veteran cyclist and Little 500 aficionado in Bloomington, Indiana. See his dedication to cycling, and the impact he has on the local cycling community.
MultiVisions Finalist - Advanced Non-Fiction 2010
Created By:
Ryan McDonald
Ellen Knecht
Ben McGill
Erin Gupte
Shane Spitler
To learn more about the Little 500:
http://www.iusf.indiana.edu/little500/index.html
Monday, April 1, 2013
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Family Life - Adam Starts Soccer
Today, his first game finally arrived, and the whole family was out to cheer him on. Grandmas and Grandpas, cousins, aunts, sisters and of course Jamie and I lined the field, shouting words of encouragement and sideline coaching whenever Adam got the ball.
Adam did great and his excitement was visible in his clenched up fists, straighten back, outstretched neck and gigantic smile. Just watching Adam play you could almost feel his pure excitement.
And so starts another chapter in the Castillo's lives. Soccer Mom/Dad and loading up the kids for ballet, piano and now soccer games. Funny how time flies by us, it seems like just yesterday Adam came into this world. Now he's running up and down the soccer field while mom, dad and sisters cheer him on!
Friday, March 29, 2013
Ritte's Guide to Personal Grooming. How to Shave
Ritte's Guide to Personal Grooming. How to Shave. from Ritte Racing on Vimeo.
Looking good is easy. Just follow these steps.
Animation: Garrett Quon of http://gqmotion.com
Illustration: Ritte
Music: John Swihart
A http://www.rittecycles.com Production
Looking good is easy. Just follow these steps.
Animation: Garrett Quon of http://gqmotion.com
Illustration: Ritte
Music: John Swihart
A http://www.rittecycles.com Production
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Ghost Bike Documentary Trailer
Ghost Bike Documentary Trailer from Danny and Kat ZKO on Vimeo.
Ghost Bike is a 60-minute documentary motion picture about the creation of ‘Ghost Bikes’ as roadside memorials for cyclists killed by motor vehicles. The film also serves as a testimony to the lives that are affected by the conflict between motorist and cyclists to safely share the road. We are documenting members of the cycling community who volunteer to install ghost bikes anonymously at sites where cyclists were killed.
Ghost Bike is a 60-minute documentary motion picture about the creation of ‘Ghost Bikes’ as roadside memorials for cyclists killed by motor vehicles. The film also serves as a testimony to the lives that are affected by the conflict between motorist and cyclists to safely share the road. We are documenting members of the cycling community who volunteer to install ghost bikes anonymously at sites where cyclists were killed.
The Bike Spike
The BikeSpike from Bike Spike on Vimeo.
The BikeSpike is a tracking solution that protects your bike and broadcasts your ride! Pledge a dollar for a holler or be one of the very first on Earth to Spike Your Bike. Support our Kickstarter now. http://kck.st/ZQsqgd
The BikeSpike is a tracking solution that protects your bike and broadcasts your ride! Pledge a dollar for a holler or be one of the very first on Earth to Spike Your Bike. Support our Kickstarter now. http://kck.st/ZQsqgd
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Fargo Street Annual Hill Climb Challenge
This was my third year doing the Fargo Street Hill Climb Challenge and I managed to get up the hill 37 times. 37 times was difficult but I think I had enough in me to do at least 40.
The official start time is 9 am and it goes to noon. If racers, hit 50 by noon, then the promoters will stick around and stay as long as the leader keeps going. The all time record is 101 times up Fargo Street in nine hours.
Kevin and I have a tradition of eating at Nick's Place in LA. Nick's Place is a little diner across from LA's Historical Park in DT.
Kevin wasn't able to make it up the street this time. It's one steep hill and pictures don't do it any justice.
Unigeezer was out today. This time he made it up three times. Not to shabby.
Elliptigo guy was there too. While most zig zag up Fargo Street, Ellipigo guy goes straight up.
The official start time is 9 am and it goes to noon. If racers, hit 50 by noon, then the promoters will stick around and stay as long as the leader keeps going. The all time record is 101 times up Fargo Street in nine hours.
Kevin and I have a tradition of eating at Nick's Place in LA. Nick's Place is a little diner across from LA's Historical Park in DT.
Kevin wasn't able to make it up the street this time. It's one steep hill and pictures don't do it any justice.
Unigeezer was out today. This time he made it up three times. Not to shabby.
Elliptigo guy was there too. While most zig zag up Fargo Street, Ellipigo guy goes straight up.
Monday, March 25, 2013
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Updated: Bissel's Gaimon airlifted following San Dimas Crash
Updated: Bissel's Gaimon airlifted following San Dimas Crash
Velonews.com
Dan Wuori
2013-03-23
Link: http://velonews.competitor.com/2013/03/news/bissells-gaimon-airlifted-to-hospital-following-san-dimas-crash_278896
"Bissell Pro Cycling’s Phil Gaimon was airlifted to a Los Angeles hospital Saturday following a dramatic crash during the second stage of the San Dimas Stage Race."
Velonews.com
Dan Wuori
2013-03-23
Link: http://velonews.competitor.com/2013/03/news/bissells-gaimon-airlifted-to-hospital-following-san-dimas-crash_278896
"Bissell Pro Cycling’s Phil Gaimon was airlifted to a Los Angeles hospital Saturday following a dramatic crash during the second stage of the San Dimas Stage Race."
Friday, March 22, 2013
The BMX Twins (English subs)
The BMX Twins (English subs) from black train films on Vimeo.
This is the amazing story of twin brothers Jubal and Guillem. Jubal had his leg amputated shortly after birth. Their mother met Juanjo Mendez who Invited them to the Velodrome.
Just a few years later, they are both on their way to becoming BMX champions. This is a moving story about overcoming obstacles and family love.
This is the amazing story of twin brothers Jubal and Guillem. Jubal had his leg amputated shortly after birth. Their mother met Juanjo Mendez who Invited them to the Velodrome.
Just a few years later, they are both on their way to becoming BMX champions. This is a moving story about overcoming obstacles and family love.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Winter is nearly over. Get back out on your bike and ride!
March from Velocity USA on Vimeo.
Winter is nearly over. Get back out on your bike and ride! Here's to spring!
Riders:
Alex Angus
Josh Hogeterp
Jeff Jacobi
Filming/Editing:
Austin Russell
Music:
"WestDownRightUpLeftEast" by The Soil & The Sun
http://thesoilandthesun.com
Location:
Barry Roubaix course, Barry County, Michigan
www.velocityusa.com
www.thewheeldepartment.com
Winter is nearly over. Get back out on your bike and ride! Here's to spring!
Riders:
Alex Angus
Josh Hogeterp
Jeff Jacobi
Filming/Editing:
Austin Russell
Music:
"WestDownRightUpLeftEast" by The Soil & The Sun
http://thesoilandthesun.com
Location:
Barry Roubaix course, Barry County, Michigan
www.velocityusa.com
www.thewheeldepartment.com
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Marathon Crash Race 2013
I've been waiting for this ride since last year's Marathon Crash Race. The early hours before the start of the LA Marathon, thousands of riders gathered at Tangs Donuts and at about 4:30 am the Crash Race begun.
The day before, racers lined up in downtown LA to pick up bib numbers. I was one of them. The line was epic. I stood in this line for three hours. Next year, I think I will just "Crash" the Marathon Crash Race.
At the registration there were 100s or 1000s of people. The line moved at a snails pace.
My first spoke card? The promoters were handing these spoke cards out with information on what to do if you crash or are injured during the race. At the race, I saw a lot of people go down. Hauling ass fixie style, large crowds, dark streets and sharp turns don't mix well.
The registration lines were epic. I only registered because racers would start ahead of the general public. Well that was all thrown out the door on race day. There was so many cyclists and we all lined up with no separation between racers and enthusiast.
Pic Above - People in front of me.
Pic Below - People behind me.
Yeah, that's a lot of people.
Well, I managed to make it to Santa Monica and then back to Tangs safely. It was a great ride/race. I can't wait for next year's race!
The day before, racers lined up in downtown LA to pick up bib numbers. I was one of them. The line was epic. I stood in this line for three hours. Next year, I think I will just "Crash" the Marathon Crash Race.
At the registration there were 100s or 1000s of people. The line moved at a snails pace.
My first spoke card? The promoters were handing these spoke cards out with information on what to do if you crash or are injured during the race. At the race, I saw a lot of people go down. Hauling ass fixie style, large crowds, dark streets and sharp turns don't mix well.
The registration lines were epic. I only registered because racers would start ahead of the general public. Well that was all thrown out the door on race day. There was so many cyclists and we all lined up with no separation between racers and enthusiast.
Pic Above - People in front of me.
Pic Below - People behind me.
Yeah, that's a lot of people.
Well, I managed to make it to Santa Monica and then back to Tangs safely. It was a great ride/race. I can't wait for next year's race!
Monday, March 18, 2013
Lance Armstrong - Deep Thoughts
Sent in from Richard M (Although it has been popping up on all the social media sites).
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
GMR to the Maintenance Shed - FIXED and Mid-week
After work I road up GMR to the shed. It was a good ride. It hurt riding fixed, but it was a good ride. I saw Matt and another guy. Good company, always.
Cheers!
(PS, Matt, please email me your contact information)
Cheers!
(PS, Matt, please email me your contact information)
You Spin Me Round
You Spin Me Round from The Department of Style on Vimeo.
Find us at www.thedepartmentofstyle.com
There is an incredible purity to track cycling. It's not unlike great design. When you pare everything down, forget the bells, whistles, frills and anything that isn't absolutely necessary, you are left with a track bike and a perfectly smooth, unobstructed course on which to ride it.
This is what a velodrome represents. Cycing, stripped down to the bare essentials. And it is beautiful. The bikes are works of art, fit to be stared at for lengthy periods, even while at rest.
The Forest City Velodrome (www.forestcityvelodrome.ca) in London, Canada, is a rare beast. There aren't many indoor velodromes in the world, and this is one of the more unusual of them all. In 2005, a few track cycling enthusiasts found an old unused hockey arena that had been set for demolition, and figured it was just barely big enough to cram a velodrome into.
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The Department of Style is a field guide to the timeless, the adventurous, and the enthusiastic. We celebrate craft. We explore tradition. We find the creative imaginations that take classic forms and make them their own.
It is about understanding that in life, doing something right takes time, and skill, and effort. But therein lies the joy. Finding people who still do those things that way and telling their stories is the original Departmental mandate.
Semper Intrepidus
Find us at www.thedepartmentofstyle.com
There is an incredible purity to track cycling. It's not unlike great design. When you pare everything down, forget the bells, whistles, frills and anything that isn't absolutely necessary, you are left with a track bike and a perfectly smooth, unobstructed course on which to ride it.
This is what a velodrome represents. Cycing, stripped down to the bare essentials. And it is beautiful. The bikes are works of art, fit to be stared at for lengthy periods, even while at rest.
The Forest City Velodrome (www.forestcityvelodrome.ca) in London, Canada, is a rare beast. There aren't many indoor velodromes in the world, and this is one of the more unusual of them all. In 2005, a few track cycling enthusiasts found an old unused hockey arena that had been set for demolition, and figured it was just barely big enough to cram a velodrome into.
**********
The Department of Style is a field guide to the timeless, the adventurous, and the enthusiastic. We celebrate craft. We explore tradition. We find the creative imaginations that take classic forms and make them their own.
It is about understanding that in life, doing something right takes time, and skill, and effort. But therein lies the joy. Finding people who still do those things that way and telling their stories is the original Departmental mandate.
Semper Intrepidus
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Monday, March 11, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Freaky Frankenbike Patrol
Freaky Frankenbike Patrol from Dave Skwarczek on Vimeo.
An animation test for my Freaky Frankenbike Patrol series. Animation by Cartoon Saloon and Ka-Ching! Cartoons. Character design by Michael Fleming. The song is "Bicycle, Bicycle" by Be Your Own Pet.
An animation test for my Freaky Frankenbike Patrol series. Animation by Cartoon Saloon and Ka-Ching! Cartoons. Character design by Michael Fleming. The song is "Bicycle, Bicycle" by Be Your Own Pet.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Spinning Southward Profiles - El Salvador de los Perros
Spinning Southward Profiles - El Salvador de los Perros from melloajello on Vimeo.
This is a short video about Mike Logsdon, the younger of the two brothers who founded Spinning Southward.
He cared a great deal about the downtrodden street dogs of Mexico, so much so that he was willing to go against his better judgement, pick up an abandoned puppy on the side of the road, put it in his backpack, and take it with us for who knows how long...
This compassion is one of the traits that made Mike an inspiring guy to share the 16,000 mile journey with.
For more info about the project, go to http://spinningsouthward.com
This is a short video about Mike Logsdon, the younger of the two brothers who founded Spinning Southward.
He cared a great deal about the downtrodden street dogs of Mexico, so much so that he was willing to go against his better judgement, pick up an abandoned puppy on the side of the road, put it in his backpack, and take it with us for who knows how long...
This compassion is one of the traits that made Mike an inspiring guy to share the 16,000 mile journey with.
For more info about the project, go to http://spinningsouthward.com
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Portland Presents
Portland Presents from Chelsea on Vimeo.
Need gift ideas? Here are a few funky items that are unique to Portland.
Made in Portland. Sold in Portland. But you can also find them online:
http://bookjournals.com/
http://walnutstudiolo.com/
http://www.cycledog.com/
Need gift ideas? Here are a few funky items that are unique to Portland.
Made in Portland. Sold in Portland. But you can also find them online:
http://bookjournals.com/
http://walnutstudiolo.com/
http://www.cycledog.com/
Monday, March 4, 2013
Team Engine11
I am sure we will see some Engine 11 top 10 finished at this years Marathon Crash Race.
Team Engine11 from Engine11 on Vimeo.
Team Engine11 from Engine11 on Vimeo.
Stinner Frameworks - How our bikes are made
I will have to visit Stinner the next time I am in Santa Barbara.
Stinner Frameworks - How our bikes are made from Hazardous Taste on Vimeo.
Aaron building a show bike for NAHBS 2013.
Aaron Stinner www.stinnerframeworks.com
Shot and Edited by Matthew C. Miller - www.Hazardoustaste.com
Song - RL Burnside - "Someday Baby"
Stinner Frameworks - How our bikes are made from Hazardous Taste on Vimeo.
Aaron building a show bike for NAHBS 2013.
Aaron Stinner www.stinnerframeworks.com
Shot and Edited by Matthew C. Miller - www.Hazardoustaste.com
Song - RL Burnside - "Someday Baby"
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Family Ride to Church
What a great treat today. The weather wasn't too hot or cold, it was just perfect for a family ride to our Church.
Saturday, March 2, 2013
GMR to Mt Baldy - FIXED
Second fixed gear Baldy ride of the year. It hurt and I wanted to coast. I met up with John from Glendora and we rode together until about Fork plus 7 miles before I dropped off the pace. That last section hurt.
John, send me your email. I might be interested in your ACH ride (Not in the fixed gear though).
John, send me your email. I might be interested in your ACH ride (Not in the fixed gear though).
Friday, March 1, 2013
MARCH 17TH MARATHON CRASH 2013 RACE#1
Introducing: Wolfpack Hustle. The Unified Title Series. from Midnight Ridazz on Vimeo.
MARCH 17TH MARATHON CRASH 2013 RACE#1
REGISTER NOW(FREE): www.ctygrounds.com/wolfpackhustle
A special THANK YOU goes out to Warren Kommers Lee Diskin and Rick Kleinsmith for all the film work over the years. Without great film makers like these, Wolfpack Hustle would be nothing.
Edited and shot by Ace Carretero
www.wolfpackhustle.com
MARCH 17TH MARATHON CRASH 2013 RACE#1
REGISTER NOW(FREE): www.ctygrounds.com/wolfpackhustle
A special THANK YOU goes out to Warren Kommers Lee Diskin and Rick Kleinsmith for all the film work over the years. Without great film makers like these, Wolfpack Hustle would be nothing.
Edited and shot by Ace Carretero
www.wolfpackhustle.com
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
A Day at the Track With: Collin Hudson
A Day at the Track With: Collin Hudson from Crupi BMX on Vimeo.
Crupi spent an entire day at the track with our factory rider Collin Hudson. Watch him ride and talk about his experiences on and off the track.
Footage by Jami Pellegrino https://vimeo.com/jamipellegrino
Edited by Ruben Hernandez https://vimeo.com/rubenhernandez
Visit our website www.crupibmxracing.com
http://www.facebook.com/crupibmx?ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.youtube.com/user/CrupiBMXRacing
https://twitter.com/crupiparts
http://instagram.com/crupi_bmx
Crupi spent an entire day at the track with our factory rider Collin Hudson. Watch him ride and talk about his experiences on and off the track.
Footage by Jami Pellegrino https://vimeo.com/jamipellegrino
Edited by Ruben Hernandez https://vimeo.com/rubenhernandez
Visit our website www.crupibmxracing.com
http://www.facebook.com/crupibmx?ref=ts&fref=ts
http://www.youtube.com/user/CrupiBMXRacing
https://twitter.com/crupiparts
http://instagram.com/crupi_bmx
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
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