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2024 LA Invitational at the Cub House: Where Everyone’s Invited

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2024 LA Invitational at the Cub House: Where Everyone’s Invited

Today, we present a recap of the 2024 LA Invitational put on by all the lovely folks over at The Cub House in Los Angeles, CA. In a slightly different format than our typical event Reportage, the team gathered stories from various participants, who recounted harrowing and ecstatic experiences while out riding the event routes. Then, they conclude with a gallery of drool-worthy two- and four-wheeled machines from the bike and car show portion. Let’s check it out below!

LeBron James and Canyon Are Making More Than Just a Bike Commercial

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LeBron James and Canyon Are Making More Than Just a Bike Commercial

For lifers like us, it’s always kind of exciting when a celebrity is spotted riding a bike. And it’s an even more exciting when it’s a nice bike. Whose heart didn’t swell when they saw that photo of Conan O’Brien on his Serotta? Unfortunately, for every Conan O’Brien podcast with a Dutch frame builder, or David Byrne book about urban cycle touring, there are a dozen Simon Cowell injuries on overpowered e-bikes. Especially in the U.S., we all too rarely see the people who drive mainstream culture putting bikes in a positive light. That’s why Canyon’s partnership with LeBron James is such a big deal.

Support the Lowelifes and CAMTB and Win a Bike from Ibis!

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Support the Lowelifes and CAMTB and Win a Bike from Ibis!

In celebration of California Mountain Biking Month, Lowelifes Respectable Citizens’ Club is partnering with the California Mountain Biking Coalition to give away your choice of top-of-the-line Ibis mountain bike and raise funds for the organizations. One lucky donor will take home a brand new Ibis of their choice with the finest components from SRAM, Fox, Shimano, Maxxis, and more.

80% of funds raised will support Lowelifes’ trail stewardship work on the Angeles National Forest in Los Angeles County, and the remaining 20% will bolster CAMTB’s statewide advocacy and land manager engagement efforts.

Roll on over to the Lowelifes to enter!

The LA Invitational Returns for 2024 on May 18th and 19th: Registration is OPEN!

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The LA Invitational Returns for 2024 on May 18th and 19th: Registration is OPEN!

Our favorite Invitational returns to our favorite bike and plants store in the world in San Marino, California. Team Dream, The Cub House, Beach Club’s LA Invitational is coming up soon on Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, 19th. Saturday’s event is a mixed terrain ride of your choice. Pick either the Single Scoop for 27 miles, the Double Scoop with 38 miles, or the Triple Scoop with a leg-burning 62 miles and 10k elevation. Return to The Cub House after the ride for pizza by Pizzanista.

On Sunday, come back for the 7th Annual Bike + Car Show and Swap Meet.

Best of all, 100% of the proceeds go to the LA Bicycle Academy, a non-profit in Los Angeles centered to get youth racing bikes!

Intrigued? Check out the only extensive coverage on the web in the Related archives below!

Register now, as it’s filling up fast at LosAngelesInvitational.com

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VIDEO: Los Angeles Doesn’t Need Mountain Bikes – Lowelifes Trail Crew

Old Man Mountain joined Lowelifes for one of their monthly work party campouts to gain a little insight into what makes their trail organization different from other groups in California. They do grueling work, from long hours breaking up granite with 60V demolition hammers to cutting out forests of Poodle-Dog Bush. They also know how to have fun, hand-pressing tacos for their volunteers in the backcountry. Join us and learn more about Lowelifes and what makes the trails around LA so special…

Help Out the Los Angeles Bicycle Academy

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Help Out the Los Angeles Bicycle Academy

Help Sustain the Wheels of Change at LABA!

Los Angeles Bicycle Academy (L.A.B.A) is a youth bicycle education and safety program, community bike shop and cycling race team with a mission to empower, educate and develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills in youth. The success of our organization is contingent upon generous supporters who have a passion for bettering the lives of underserved youth through the sport of cycling.

LABA needs your help. Read on for their SOS below…

Peer to Peer: 1994 Cannondale Track Bike

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Peer to Peer: 1994 Cannondale Track Bike

Few things are as beautifully simplistic as a brakeless track bike, especially a beloved Cannondale Track. While the blue anodized frames might be more iconic than the polished frames, there’s something alluring about those ground-down welds and shiny finish. Yet, this 1994 Cannondale Track has a bit more going on than a pristine appearance…

Glad We Crossed Paths: PAL X Smith Art Show Recap

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Glad We Crossed Paths: PAL X Smith Art Show Recap

This past Saturday, the PAL x Smith “Crossing Paths” art show brought a diverse crowd to downtown LA, uniting cyclists and individuals from all walks of life. With over 400 attendees showing their support, the event showcased a fresh perspective on cycling that resonated with the community. Glen Repol’s vision for PAL to serve as a bridge between art, street fashion, music, and more was clearly evident in the vibrant atmosphere of the event. PAL embodies its name, symbolizing the convergence of parallels and longitudes where diverse lines intersect.

Those who attended the art show witnessed firsthand the brand’s innovative approach to cycling, offering a refreshing and exciting glimpse into the future of cycling brands. The day was a testament to PAL’s commitment to pushing boundaries and redefining the cycling experience for the new generation. Continue reading below for Glen’s recap accompanied by an extensive image gallery from the show!

SLOWRIDER Presents “Always & Forever”: A Custom Classic Retrotec

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SLOWRIDER Presents “Always & Forever”: A Custom Classic Retrotec

Following up on “Groove Chronicles” which recently introduced the PAL x SMITH “Crossing Paths” Group Art Show, Matthew Mata-Aguilar is back with the custom Retrotec he built for the show.

The stunning “Always & Forever” truss fork Retrotec is a collaboration with PAUL Components and Ultradynamico, in addition to Jaime of Fabrica de Rosas who helped with the build.

Continue reading below for Matthew’s rundown of this special project!

Groove Chronicles: A PAL X Slowrider Helmet Art Show and More

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Groove Chronicles: A PAL X Slowrider Helmet Art Show and More

In a world where boundaries blur and possibilities collide, two extraordinary individuals emerge from different realms, united by a shared vision. Matthew Mata-Aguilar, a seasoned veteran with a decade of wisdom in the cycling industry, and Glen Repol, a maven of street fashion culture for over eleven years, embark on an epic journey that transcends the ordinary. Together, they shatter the confines of traditional cycling norms, pushing the limits of imagination and innovation. From bike builds to cycling fashion, their collaboration ignites a spark that sets the stage for a mesmerizing spectacle.

Brace yourself as they unveil a groundbreaking event, a helmet art show like no other, where creativity intertwines with functionality, and the cycling culture is forever transformed. Get ready to witness the collision of worlds, the convergence of ideas, and the birth of a new era in cycling. This is the story of SLOWRIDER and PAL, two trailblazers on a mission to redefine what it means to ride.

2023 MADE Bike Showdown: ALUMIWARS – Beach Club Al Dente Gravel Bike Vs. Ron’s Bikes AluMAX Grav Grav Bike

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2023 MADE Bike Showdown: ALUMIWARS – Beach Club Al Dente Gravel Bike Vs. Ron’s Bikes AluMAX Grav Grav Bike

We interrupt our ongoing MADE coverage with an important announcement!

When carbon bicycle frames were first introduced, the evil carbon fiber bike industry did all it could to bad-mouth aluminum bikes. It took decades, but we’re seeing an abrupt re-emergence of aluminum frames, particularly from smaller cottage industry brands like Beach Club and Ron’s Bikes.

Growing up in the 1990s, it was common for publications like Mountain Bike Action to do “shootouts” between two aluminum bikes. So, we at The Radavist thought it’d be fun to pit two of our favorite companies against each other in a democratic voting process. Check out our ALUMIWARS Shootout Special featuring sneak peeks at the forthcoming Beach Club Al Dente aluminum gravel bike and the Ron’s Bikes AluMAX grav grav daddy bike…

Bike Rides and Block Parties at The Cub House: The 2023 LA Invitational

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Bike Rides and Block Parties at The Cub House: The 2023 LA Invitational

Wowzers… Okay! Sean Talkington of Team Dream coming in a bit late on this one but hopefully it is worth the wait?! It’s been two months since the second installment of the Los Angeles Invitational, a two-day event hosted at The Cub House that included a day of riding on Saturday, then a Bicycle/Car Show and parts swap turned block party extravaganza on Sunday. This started off eight years ago as a half-baked and half-assed excuse to BBQ with friends and sell some old bike stuff. It has somehow grown into a pretty sensational (though maybe still a bit half-assed), fully-loaded weekend for thousands of people to enjoy. I can’t believe we pulled it off again AND managed to do it even bigger this year. Read on for a recap of the festivities, check out the video, and be sure to peruse the stacked gallery of cars and bikes from Traece Craig and Thibault Linossier.

Let’s Ride Cyclery in Burbank, CA is the Home of the LA Tourist Race!

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Let’s Ride Cyclery in Burbank, CA is the Home of the LA Tourist Race!

Los Angeles has no shortage of amazing bike shops, which should come as no surprise for those who have ridden bikes there. Be it road, gravel, mountain, or inner-city mixed terrain routes, there is a myriad of hidden paths, bike expressways, and cutty cut-throughs connecting this city’s many parks. That route finding was the impetus for Let’s Ride Cyclery‘s Mike Kalenda to start his LA Tourist Race. This event breaks down the barriers of sprawling city navigation, taking entrants from the palm tree-lined streets high into the San Gabriel Mountains.

On my last visit to Los Angeles, I swung by to say hey to Mike and to check out Let’s Ride…