Keith and Ross for the win!
They speak the truth. Neon bikes are a trend. People who have neon bikes are…
Keith and Ross for the win!
They speak the truth. Neon bikes are a trend. People who have neon bikes are…
… a good foot and a half over them!
Picture by Massan via DQM
PAM, Barry McGee and Josh Lazcano collaborated on 2 cycling caps. I really like PAM’s stuff and if it weren’t so damn expensive, I’d probably buy more of it. No idea on the US-release of these hats, but they look pretty decent. My girlfriend sent me the line art for these a few weeks back and I didn’t post them because, well, they were line art drawings.
Via MashKulture!
Previously:
More on the PAM Front
PAMerckx Shirt
REload‘s custom stock has been re-upped with these numbered bags. Any relation to the ten years they’ve been making unbeatable bags? Not sure but you can check em out here!
It’s up! A huge noticeable difference too. The rear end is shorter [hell, I need a 1/2 link in there I think!], the standover is muuuuch better and believe it or not, I think it’s lighter.
Previously:
It Glows
Bruiser Preview 2
Bruiser Preview
Check out the growing community over at Fixed Gear Switzerland!
Doug over at Hardcourt Bike Polo got hooked up with some Velocity B43s and through the help of Trackstar and Bens Cycle, got them rolling this weekend. Pretty great build man! Read up over here.
This is kind of ridiculous!
Previously:
Bruiser Preview 2
Bruiser Preview
Awesome mural!
Keena finally up’d the remaining pics from Grand Theft Velo 3 earlier this week. Some real gems in there, so check them out here!
OPEN!
Stair and sidewalk gap to street
Ledge hop to gap
Previously:
Grand Theft Velo Via Keena pt. 1
Grand Theft Velo’d
Grand Theft Velo III
I was lucky enough to test out some of these tires via Bens Cycle and Fyxation. A few others tested them out and we all had pretty much the same things to say about them…
People are pretty opinionated about their tire of choice. Some swear by Gatorskins, others are lifelong Vittoria Rando supporters and yet, there are still multiple companies making new tires all the time. No one seems to be addressing the “trick” market though. Right now I’m pretty stoked on these for one simple reason; traction that wraps the sidewalls.
Ever ride home in the rain to be alarmed by something and when you whip into a hockey stop, your bike kicks out from under you, landing you on your ass and your bike in the street? Well, I’ve done it a few times and it’s no fun. I’ve ridden in the rain multiple times on my commute on the Session tires and because of the directional tread that wraps the sidewall, it has great traction.
They also don’t wear down from daily skid use. Their high TPI (120TPI) and Kevlar-enforced,beefy sidewalls ensures you won’t get any pinch flats as well. Not to mention, compared to other urban tires, they’re pretty light.
Right now they come in a 28c, which is more like a 32c and hopefully a 38c or a 40c to follow. The pricepoint is right up there with other premium tires, which is to be expected. I can be honest though, they have lasted weeks longer than other tires I’ve ridden recently. They don’t loosen up or weaken after weeks of riding like others do. I went through 2 Randos in the time a Sessions tire lasted on the rear wheel.
Keep watch on the Bens Blog for more updates!
Hung out with Wonka today and he had a lot of stories about Paris and Zurich. Seemed stoked on it all and we’re all excited for him. It’s nice to be able to travel around and ride with people in new cities. He’s also doing some PR&D for GOrilla, making their trick bike better in the end for the consumer market.
He also told us to keep watch for a web edit coming in 2 weeks. Can’t wait to see it!
Barnie from MashKulture snapped these pictures. Awesome shots man!
Previously:
Wonka Berns It Down!
Wonka Eurotrip Teaser
Watch out Zurich
Wonka in Europe!
Justin from Human Traffic just gave me a heads up regarding a forthcoming collaboration between Onitsuka Tiger, Shoe Biz and his film project, Human Traffic.
Here are his own words!
Our family Shoe Biz is in the midst of launching a collaboration with Onitsuka Tiger. The shoe based on the ‘66 Mexico features a series of notable features as it situates itself as a reflective, all-vegan shoe for fixed gear riders. The initial look includes a mesh overlay with 3M underneath on the typically sleek ‘66 Mexico style.
Stay tuned for a web edit for the all new exclusive, Onitsuka Tiger, Mexico 66′, which will be features Riders from “Human Traffic” and a sneak peak into what what “Human Traffic” has in-store. Expect to see us rockin’ these joints when they drop, June 1st, Exclusively at ShoeBizSF.
Headset Clothing is a small company based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Their specialty are these reversible cycling hats made from unwanted clothing. Pretty good idea!
I hope everyone’s Memorial Day weekend has turned out as nice as ours has. Have fun riding this weekend!
Previously:
Milwaukee Bruiser Fork
Swap this Jolly Roger with a Baphomet and I’m sold!
Busyman Bicycles specializes in retrofitting your classic saddles with embossed designs and intricate stitching. Really rad and the perfect present for the cyclist you know! They also make grips and bar wraps.
No, not Metallica, Metallico!
Rounded-end drop bars for your track bikes. Pretty nice. Not sure about US distro or shipping, but you can head over and check out the site and see for yourself.
The combination of the stem and the bars on this Nagasawa are sexy as hell. Good job!
Mishka Memorial Day Weekend Sale Extravaganza! 35-50% Off!
With Summer right around the corner we’re making way for new stock, higher temperatures and longer days.
Starting today, Friday, May 22nd and going all weekend through Monday both online and at our 350 Broadway location we’ll be offering 35%-50% off a wide selection of merchandise. Hats, Jackets, Tees, Hoodies and most things in-between will be marked down as we make way for summer. We’ll be re-stocking previously out of stock product as well so if you missed out the first time around this may be your last chance to pick up that shirt or hat you couldn’t get your hands on.
As an added incentive, customers shopping at our 350 Broadway location who spend 75.00 will get a free pair of socks and customers spending 150.00 or more will receive a free Mishka pillow of our choice. This is for in-store customers only, while supplies last.
In addition, this Friday those of you who come by the store will get first crack at our Summer ’09 line already in-store!
Be sure to follow us on Twitter as we’ll also be announcing 1-day discount codes and specials in addition to the already marked down prices to our followers for the duration of the sale!
So fire up the BBQ and get ready as this weekend will be long, but the dog days will be way longer! See you this weekend!
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Sunday: 12-6pm
Monday: 12-7pm
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