Friday, December 31, 2010

Chaz and green stuff

Almost everything is green down the trails now, so weird how quickly everything has come out. Trails are running good, a bit of rain helped the cause a lot! Still lots to do…


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Holiday Gift Guide ? Alpinestars Contest Winner

We here at Lat34 dig limited edition gear, it’s not that we don’t enjoy the regular issue stuff as well but limited edition crossover stuff is the bee’s knees. That’s why we got excited when we heard from our friends at Alpinestars about their Alpinestars x Red Bull collab that is new this season, we [...]

Source: http://www.lat34.com/2010/12/30/holiday-gift-guide-alpinestars-contest-winner/

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Darren Bouldin Bike Check

Check out Darren Bouldin's new ride.

Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2010/dec/27/darren-bouldin-bike-check/

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Free Lunch with Gary Young

Watch to find out about what Gary thinks about nuts, wedding djs, gymnastics and more!



Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/10/free-lunch-with-gary-young.html

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BK and Jeff K

Brian Kachinsky, Mike Hinkens, Jeff Klugiewicz and Grant Castelluzzo let the L train take the strain in search of new spots. Wade Young put together this edit from what went on.

Check the full story and photos in Dig 79


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Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/11/bk-and-jeff-k.html

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DIG ISSUE 80 OUT NOW

The new issue of DIG is out now. Ruben Alcantara got the cover which is awesome. Psyched on that. I’ve got the products section as usual. Check out the full cover after the jump! DIG MAGAZINE ISSUE 80 ON THE COVER ?001: Ruben Alcantara and his 3rd DIG cover, Fuengirola, Spain. Photo by Ed Docherty [...]

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/news/dig-issue-80-out-now/

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Holiday Gift Guide ? Rusty X Green Day Winners

This one is special to me because when I was a little kid and just when SKANK’N type music was over, came along a band called Green Day to save the day.Again I had a band to role model myself after.If you missed out on the Rusty Green Day Wired Series hoody with machine washable [...]

Source: http://www.lat34.com/2010/12/28/holiday-gift-guide-rusty-x-green-day-winners/

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Monster Cross busts out with a granny...

I decided to make my On-One Inbred into a 2X8... I feel the granny would help with some extreme situations. Here's a little suh'en-suh'en from the other day.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/10/monster-cross-busts-out-with-granny.html

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Danny MacAskill - "Way Back Home" - NEW street trials riding short film

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/11/danny-macaskill-way-back-home-new.html

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New Valleyside Facebook page?

… Well actually, it’s been up for a while! Click the image to check it out!�Cheers Matti! - VS!

Source: http://www.valleysidedistro.com/wordpress/?p=910

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Etnies BMX presents Brian Kachinsky


Brian's Top 3:
 
Top three movies:
  1. Slapshot
  2. Hurt Locker
  3. Shawshank Redemption
Top three favorite non-BMX pastimes:
  1. Traveling
  2. Hockey
  3. Traveling again
Top three things you are afraid of:
  1. Losing my wallet/passport on a trip
  2. Not doing something I know I can do
  3. Running out of coffee
Read more HERE on Enties Website

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/10/etnies-bmx-presents-brian-kachinsky.html

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Crusty Demons Sydney Highlights


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Crusty Demons Thirst 4 Destruction Tour, Sydney, November 27.

The Crusty Demons took their live show to Sydney last weekend, with the world's best riders throwing down the biggest tricks.

Check out the highlights including Jacko stomping the incredible 85ft front flip, Unit rider Kain Saul's Harley-Davidson backflip, Benny Fiez landing the double backflip and Robbie Maddison's attempting the world first indoor roof drop!

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2010/12/4/crusty-demons-sydney-highlights/index.htm

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Thursday, December 30, 2010

DIG ISSUE 80 OUT NOW

The new issue of DIG is out now. Ruben Alcantara got the cover which is awesome. Psyched on that. I’ve got the products section as usual. Check out the full cover after the jump! DIG MAGAZINE ISSUE 80 ON THE COVER ?001: Ruben Alcantara and his 3rd DIG cover, Fuengirola, Spain. Photo by Ed Docherty [...]

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/news/dig-issue-80-out-now/

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Chris Doyle: The Ultimate set up

See More BMX Videos at AlliSports.com


All of Doyle's product is available on ActionVillage. Check it out now! 

Chris Doyle's Signature Products
Kink Bikes
DC Shoes and Apparel
Demolition Parts
Duo Grips and Tires

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/12/chris-doyle-ultimate-set-up.html

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Fixed Gear Mountain Riding in Fremont Older


Since my trails are still closed, I decided to give Fremont Older in the Cupertino/Saratoga area a try. A lot of folks post about it in MTBR, but I've never been. From what I've seen and heard, it didn't look too crazy - so what a great opportunity to bring my re-built retro-fixed bike out. The original build is HERE.


I never really rode this bike in that form and I wanted to not let it go to waste, so a quick change out of some parts and it was very off-road worthy. I did have to spring for a new handlebar, chainring, cog, lockring and fork.


Fremont Older proved to be the perfect stomping ground for off-road fixed gear riding. I found the climbing to be more enjoyable than the descends - literally you can "spin out of control" on a fixed mountain bike. So, using the front brake to modulate your speed works very well. The super-wide 730mm handlebar helped a lot on mashing up the climbs.

This wasn't my first time riding off-road fixed - when I had my Motobecane Outcast 29'er, I had that in fixed gear fashion for a bit. If you're curious about riding off-road on a fixed gear, here is what I've discovered that may help you:


1) Use the same gearing you would for a singlespeed. There are TONS of sites and information out there regarding gearing, and it will literally make your head spin, so I won't get deep into it. Most people start out with a 2:1 ratio i.e. 32T X 16T. But this all depends on your wheel size, crank length and most importantly your fitness level. Because I'm on 700c wheels, I choose a 32T X 18T gearing which I can get up most hills with. Today posed no problems.

2) Get 'em wide. There is a lot of debate over wide handlebars, but I know, for me riding a single gear, the wide handlebar helps a lot when it's time to mash. I know this because yesterday was actually my official first ride on this bike and I had 630mm handlebars which were way too narrow. Now I have 730mm bars on there and they feel a million times better.

3) Use brakes. I use a front brake for off-road mountain riding only because my frame does not have v-brake tabs for a rear brake. If it did, I would definitely have a rear brake on there.

Brakes control your downhill speed on a fixed gear. I do not believe, for a second, that skid stopping is enough for off-road. I think it's just plain stupid on the street. Since you're not coasting on the descends, it takes a lot of energy to keep you from spinning your cranks out of control, so modulating the brakes keeps things in check. If you are only on the front brake, you end up putting a lot of pressure on your wrists, arms, shoulders and chest. Think how it is to hold yourself up in a "push-up" position. A rear brake helps balance this out and gives your legs a rest from fixed gear downhill resistance.

Don't question this. Get AT LEAST a front brake.

4) Have an open mind. Understand that this is fixed gear riding. It isn't extreme downhill - so the descends are going to suck as much, if not more, than the climbs. I actually prefer climbing over going downhill on the fixed gear. Unless you have very understanding friends who will wait for you on the downhills, it's best to leave the fixie at home if you are going on a group ride. What would be ideal is if they were also on fixed gear bikes - but that is a rarity.


If you're a strong singlespeed rider you will out climb a lot of the geared folks, however.

Off-road fixed gear riding is suitable for mountain exploration and mixing it up. If it is an all out group ride with your hammerhead friends - this won't be the bike to take. But for solo rides with exploration in mind to enjoy nature - a great choice.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/12/fixed-gear-mountain-riding-in-fremont.html

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Lunch ride

Rain has been gone for two days and the weather is arid. It's deceiving because it's cool, but you have serious cotton mouth at the same time. Anyhow, the drop-bar was the tool for today.

I think I'm done with the drops and going back to a traditional riser bar. The drops are fun and interesting, but really, a regular handlebar is the way to go. Anybody want to buy a dirt drop-bar with disc compatible levers?

Those drops do make for interesting photos, though... right?

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/11/lunch-ride.html

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Diesel's World

Check out Dan Wrightington aka Tex Diesel's new site Diesel's World. Peep the albums section for a bunch of kick ass photos from this summers trail sessions. Word.

Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2010/10/diesels-world.html

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VIDEO: Schuie, Hansen, Bamburg + Marshall Heli Shoot!


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Unit Clothing and Crusty Demons joined forces to organize the biggest film shoot in Australia for 2010. Matt Schubring hosted the incredible heli shoot at his private compound in Boonah, where he has built a stack of amazing natural terrain jumps and tracks.

X Games Gold Medallist Josh Hansen joined the action, along with Beau Bamburg, Robbie Marshall and Todd Waters.

Courtesy: Unit Clothing

Music: 'Past Lives' by The Bronx www.thebronxxx.com

Producer: Allan Hardy

Additional Footage: Jon Freeman + Jason Macalpine

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2010/11/27/video-schuie-hansen-bamburg--marshall-heli-shoot/index.htm

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Kestrel Roopnarine-Christmas Progession


my Christmas Progression from kestrel roopnarine on Vimeo.

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Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/12/kestrel-roopnarine-christmas-progession.html

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Jibbles toboggan

Yeah Jib!


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VIDEO: Las Vegas BMX: Cam White, TJ Lavin, Chris Harti + Brakeless Billy


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In August this year Cam White underwent knee surgery, so in his time off he showed us around Las Vegas, the town he calls home for 6 months of the year. We were joined by Vegas locals TJ Lavin, Brakeless Billy, Nate Berkheimer, Jordan Yost and G-Bum, as well as a few visitors including Chris Harti and Anthony Napolitan.

TJ Lavin was badly injured shortly after filming this video, but is making a steady recovery. We would also like to encourage you all to consider donating anything you can to the Ty Pinney appeal at www.healtypinney.com

Producer: Allan Hardy

Music: Reflections by Bliss N Eso www.blissneso.com

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2010/12/13/video-las-vegas-bmx-cam-white-tj-lavin-chris-harti--brakeless-billy/index.htm

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Back from the dead

Well sorry for lack of updates. I have been busy with work and then have spent the last month in Asia. Maybe I will put some stuff up soon…


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Liberty Armstrong/Winter Progression

 I just got a Text message form Chris Armstrong to check out a new video of Liberty busting out on here bike. Here is the future flatland super star ladies and gentleman.


If you didn't already know this is Chris and Scott Byrd getting there winter riding session on.

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/12/liberty-armstrongwinter-progression.html

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BK and Jeff K

Brian Kachinsky, Mike Hinkens, Jeff Klugiewicz and Grant Castelluzzo let the L train take the strain in search of new spots. Wade Young put together this edit from what went on.

Check the full story and photos in Dig 79


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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Road ride and cocky MTB'er

Did a very easy road ride today on my Surly Pacer. After dropping a helmetless MTB'er on Bernal, I stopped at the upper parking lot where I saw him, still helmet-less, drop onto the trail. When he did, his helmet came undone off his backpack and I told him it dropped.

Being a fellow MTB'er, I politely told him, "Be careful of the rangers out here, they give helmet tickets which end up being a couple hundred bucks..."

He then snidely replied, "Heh... I ain't worried about that..."

Trying to be of help and I get attitude. Hope he does get a ticket just for being a jerk.

Aaaaaaaaaaaanyhow... here's the pic for today.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/10/road-ride-and-cocky-mtber.html

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VIDEO: Austin Politelli Joins Unit


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Fifteen-year-old Californian Austin Politelli is one of the brightest young stars in the American amateur scene. After a second place on the 450 B class at the 2010 Loretta Lynn's National, Politelli received the call-up to test for Kawasaki in Germany and race a round of the national supercross at Chemnitz in November, where he impressed with a podium performance in the SX2 class.

Politelli is one of eight riders who have been signed on to Unit's Junior/Under-19 MX Academy initiative that's committed to helping foster and develop the next generation of champions through a sponsorship and mentoring program that will kick off in 2011. Other riders who have been enlisted to the Academy are former World Junior Motocross champion Jay Wilson (NSW), Kiwi phenomenon Haki Waller (NZ), 2010 Groms On The Gas champion Kurt Waterman (SA), Sam Martin (Vic), Dylan Wilson (NSW), Richard Evans (Qld) and Mitch Rowe (Qld).

Video: Unit Clothing

Producer: Allan Hardy

Filming: Ryan Smith

Music: We Are The One by The Avengers www.myspace.com/avengers http://www.myspace.com/avengers

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2010/12/20/video-austin-politelli-joins-unit/index.htm

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Happy Birthday Kenny Boucher!


Today's Riding is dedicated to Kenny Boucher. I met Kenny when he was 14 years old. He saw me doing tail whips in the Ville and asked me how I did that. Now I ask him how he does things. Happy 22nd Birthday Kenny. Hope this video will inspire you to keep pushing your self.

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/12/happy-birthday-kenny-boucher.html

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Trick of the Month Update - Adam DiClaudio


Trick of the Month December 2010 - Adam DiClaudio from BMX Freestyler on Vimeo.
This is Adam DiClaudio doing the Trick of the Month for December with a ton of variations.

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/12/trick-of-month-update-adam-diclaudio.html

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Chirstmas Party!

Source: http://www.kinkbmx.com/chirstmas-party

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One from today's ride.

Got out with no "training" intent. Wish I was this fast and strong last Sunday!

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/10/one-from-todays-ride.html

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VIDEO: Farm Jam 2011 Preview


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Deep in the South Island of New Zealand, Dan and Brett Frew have created a freeride event like no other. FMX, BMX + MTB in the one location, competing side by side on the freeride mecca they have built in their own back yard.

The Unit Farm Jam is scheduled to happen on February 26, 2011, with some of the biggest names in action sports attending. Check out this peak at the action from last years event, as Dan and Brett talk about their farm and the event which is growing rapidly.

Filming: Allan Hardy & Jase Hancox
Editing: Jase Hancox

Music: Waimumu Remix
Artist: Rhythmonyx

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2010/12/21/video-farm-jam-2011-preview/index.htm

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Luke Shirt from Pulpit Clothing

Pulpit Clothing has released a memorial shirt with proceeds benifiting the Luke Esgate Memorial Fund. Order yours here! Available black or white. Check em out. Shred in peace bro!


Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2010/10/luke-shirt-from-pulpit-clothing.html

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BK and Jeff K

Brian Kachinsky, Mike Hinkens, Jeff Klugiewicz and Grant Castelluzzo let the L train take the strain in search of new spots. Wade Young put together this edit from what went on.

Check the full story and photos in Dig 79


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Welcome to the Team: Christopher Bracamonte

Basics: 
Name: Christopher Bracamonte
Age: 21
Hometown: Woodland Hills Ca
Resides: Woodland Hills Ca
Year started bmx and why: I spent a lot of time at home riding my bike around the neighborhood, then I went to a skatepark for the first time and I was hooked. I think it was 2002 that I started riding everyday


Fill in the Blanks--
Being a part of the Action Village team to me means getting opportunities to dial in my bike with good parts and possibly travel.

The first thing I did when I found out I got sponsored was
I went to the trails to celebrate.

vitalbmx.com is my favorite website besides ActionVillage.com

I would do 100 hop barspins in a row  for 100 dollars.

My favorite pros are Ty Morrow, Brian Kachinsky, Chris Doyle, JJ Palmere, Mike Aitken, Rob Wise and Dennis Enarson.

My favorite bike spot is UCLA or hans' trails

Everyone should take time to dig at the trails

My favorite thing besides BMX is making videos

The last person I called was my girlfriend Kellie to tell her about winning this sponsorship

Van Homan  was my hero growing up and Dennis Enarson  is my hero now.

The best advice I ever got was if you fall, get back up and try again 

With my $1,000 sponsorship I am going to buy  some parts I need for my bike like a fork and tires, a travel bag and a few Christmas gifts for my family.


Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-to-team-christopher-bracamonte.html

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Analysis: USA Cycling to Vote on Rule Changes that Will Shape American Cyclocross

Got this from Cyclocross Magazine - interesting stuff here...

Analysis: USA Cycling to Vote on Rule Changes that Will Shape American Cyclocross

by Kat Statman

From the USA Cycling Communique about proposed rule changes: ?The USCF Board of Trustees will vote on several key issues when it meets in conjunction with the USA Cycling Local Associations on Nov. 6-7 in Colorado Springs. All USA Cycling members are encouraged to review the USCF Board of Trustees proposed 2010 legislation and contact your trustee representative to let your voice be heard on the outlined issues.?

We here at Cyclocross Magazine have gone through this 30 page document looking for the significant rule change proposals for ?cross so that you don?t have to. There are a couple that stand out clearly and will possibly be contentious issues among USA Cycling members if passed.

One of the more problematic or difficult proposed rule changes is that of field size. The proposed legislation states, ?UR10.13 1J7 Cyclo-cross default field limit ? David Miller and Tom Simonson. This creates a default field limit for cyclo-cross races. 1J7. Maximum Field. Entries shall be accepted in order of receipt by the organizer up to the field limit and subsequent entries shall be returned. The maximum field limit in any youth race or a road event exclusively for category 5 men or Category 4 women shall be 50 riders. The maximum field for a road event that includes category 5 men with other categories shall be 75. For other road events and for cyclo-cross events, if no field limit is given in the official race announcement, a field limit of 100 shall be used.?

What does this piece of proposed legislation purport to change for cyclocross events and who might it affect? Possible reasons for such a rule stem from the extremely large field sizes that were witnessed at the 2009 Cyclocross National Championships and many other USAC permitted events around the country where field size in some categories became a problem. For example, as reported on the forums of roadbikereview.com, a poster mentioned that for the Alpenrose Cross Crusade (though this is an OBRA and not a USAC event) there were 100 to 150 entries in at least six individual races held on that day. Participation numbers for the National Championship events and for series like the Verge New England Cyclocross Championship Series or the Mid-Atlantic Cyclocross races is similar. Fortunately, the proposed legislation is not a blanket cap at 100 for all cyclocross races and leaves the discretion up to the promoter when it says, ?For other road events and for cyclo-cross events, if no field limit is given in the official race announcement, a field limit of 100 shall be used.?

Juniors: No carbon or tubulars!
Another important possible rule change affects the under 17 Junior riders. The rule takes away these group of racers ability to use both tubular wheels and composite wheels. The added restrictions are, ?Effective Jan 1, 2012 the following additional restrictions apply to Juniors under the age of 17 competing in any race: i) Wheels must have at least 16 spokes. The rims must be made of metal ? composite fibers (carbon etc.) are forbidden. Spoke covers are forbidden. ii) Only high pressure detachable tires shall be used, with the tube detachable from the tire. Such tires shall be beaded. Tubular tires are forbidden.? Though we are not privy to the reasoning behind each proposed rule change, it seems to be in line with equalizing the Junior fields in terms of equipment advantages. The racing in the Junior ranks is not supposed to be about who has the most money, but rather about supporting and sponsoring a nurturing and fun environment to promote Junior development and interest in the sport.

Singlespeed Championship
For all of you singlespeed racers, there?s some big possible news on the horizon that will have a serious consequence on your National Championship plans. The new proposed legislation with respect to singlespeed categories is labeled as emergency legislation and, if passed, will be effective as of December 2010. Here?s the proposal: ?This adds single speed classes to cyclo-cross championships. We want it to be treated as emergency legislation to be effective for the 2010 championships. 8F8. National Cyclocross Championships shall be conducted for Elite men (cat 1-2), and Elite women (cat 1-3), Single Speed Elite men (cat 1-2) and Single Speed Elite women (cat 1-3).? If passed there will no longer be a blanket singlespeed free-for-all race, but an actual National Championship awarded to the best Elite male and female singlespeeders.

No Helmet Cams or Visors
Everybody loves the helmet cam videos that are seen over on the cowbell site, unfortunately USAC is proposing to ban helmet cams with rule UR10.19 1N1. But it?s not like your $200 investment will be useless if it passes, as this rule only bans helmet cams and not bar cams, seat cams, or any other place on your bike that you might place a camera. Sounds like visors are out too: ?1N1. Helmets. At all times when participating in an event held under a USA Cycling event permit, including club rides, any rider on a bicycle or motorcycle shall wear a protective, securely fastened helmet that satisfies the standards specified in USA Cycling Policies. No additional component (helmet cams, visors, fairings) that was not initially manufactured with the helmet may be affixed to the helmet. The structure of the helmet may not be modified in any way. (Policy I, Sections 1 and 2 ? see appendices.) [disqualification and a $20 fine for failure to wear or for removing such a helmet during a race. The fine is also applicable if the rider is not racing, but is participating in the event as described below]. ?Participating in an event? means riding a bicycle in the vicinity of a race at any time between the beginning of registration and the last awarding of prizes, but does not apply to riding rollers or stationary trainers in order to warm up.? So Todd Wells and Adam Craig could still wear their visors to protect their eyes from all the splatter while riding on the trainer. Consistency in that helmet safety philosophy would suggest that means helmet lights would also be banned for 24 hour races (mountain, cyclocross or whatever else).

80% Rule and Pulling Riders
There are many other rule changes found in this document relating to cyclocross. The proposed legislation changes make it much more clear that the 80 percent rule is not a steadfast rule and it is up to the chief referee?s discretion. Proposed rule UR10.29 5G makes clear what the 80 percent rule says, ?UR10.29 5G Cyclo-cross pulling riders ? Tom Simonson This amends slightly the new rules adopted by telephone conference call in July. The July rules are black italic ? the new section is in red. This makes the intent of the 80% rule clear. The wording about whether lapped riders are to be pulled or left in has been changed to a more neutral form. 5G. Finish 5G1. Unless announced otherwise, riders who have been lapped will be pulled from the race using the following procedures: Before the start of a race, it should be announced whether lapped riders will be pulled or remain in the race. If riders are to be pulled, the following applies: (a) Riders who have been lapped shall continue the lap to a designated location before the finish line and withdraw, under the control of the officials. (b) The Chief Referee may, after consulting with the organizer, impose the 80% rule. Under this rule, riders whose time gap to the race leader is at least 80% of the race leader?s time for the first lap will be pulled by the officials unless it is the final lap. The number of 80% is merely an approximation based on a typical course; the intent is that all riders should be pulled before they are lapped. (c) Riders who have been pulled because of lapping or the 80% rule will be listed in the results based on their position when pulled and the number of laps remaining. The results will list the number of laps remaining after the lap on which they were pulled.?

Fixie Hipsters Need Not Apply
Also Fixed gear bicycles will not be allowed in cyclocross events, all bikes must have a freewheel and two brakes: UR10.18 1M3 Cyclocross bikes ? freewheel ? Tom Simonson. This makes it clear that all cyclo-cross bikes must have a freewheel. 1M3. Bicycle Types (a).. (b) For road, cyclocross (including single speed classes) and MTB races, only a bicycle with a freewheel and one working brake on each wheel shall be used, except as allowed elsewhere in these rules.? Just when fixed-gear cyclocross was about to jump the shark!

With this meeting happening this week, take the time to contact your local USA Cycling representative and make sure your voice is heard. Also please comment below, let us and others know what you are thinking, and keep the discussion about the direction American cyclocross racing is going alive and thriving.

This doesn't affect us who race only on the local scene. However, generally speaking, big rules find themselves into small venues over time.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/11/analysis-usa-cycling-to-vote-on-rule.html

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Interview: Balazs Ivanfi (2nd time around)

“I finally had time to re-upload the Bazsi Ivanfi interview (originally from 2009.08.05), after the server crashed… Classic interview… So for anyone who missed it the first time… Mr Ivanfi” - VS
“When I first meet Bazsi he was not able to jump up two stairs -� But he was riding everyday and got better and [...]

Source: http://www.valleysidedistro.com/wordpress/?p=927

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Tuesday, December 28, 2010

First Ride On the Urban Replacement Frame


Since my Gary Fisher SuperCaliber was cracked, I had to find a replacement - an unbranded Kinesis frame, which is essentially a Motobecane Fly frame. I wanted to put it to the test, so I decided to take it on a big climb.

I took off for Hicks Rd. on a very, very cold morning. I don't care what some of the East Coast folks have to say about California weather - 30 degrees is still 30 degrees. If I felt strong at the top, I was going to go all the way up to Mt. Umunhum, which is 3000+ ft up. I can go into details of this extremely tough climb, but toughascent.com does a fantastic report of it HERE.

A few noticeable things about using a mountain platform for road cycling.

1. It handles bumps and lumps like nobodys business, especially with the Schwalbe Big Apples in 26 X 2.35's. Yes, they are heavy and don't roll like road race tires, but boy - are they a dream for comfort!

2. It's a little slow. The geometry is really suited for mountain bike riding, and not going up paved roads fast. I got dropped by everybody, and I'm not THAT slow.

3. The descend was like butter. Again, those Big Apples KILLED the bumps in the road. I think that was the fastest I ever descended. I guess that's where the tires and MTB geometry really took effect. As recommended, the Big Apples only had 40psi in them. Contrast that with 110-120 psi in road tires and you can see how the balloon tires can soak up the road bumps.


I built this as an all-around, chill-out bike that can go far in comfort. But I did want to take it on the local kill-climb to see if it can handle the worst of the paved stuff we have around here... and it did. Again, it was slow, but it was nice. I think for what I intended this to be, it does well. It's definitely not for getting on the podium.

The next test will be off-road - as soon as the trails open again.

I did want to mention the douche-baggery that I witnessed on yesterday's ride. Please, roadies... don't make it worse for yourselves by thinking you're IceMan from Top Gun.


Now, I don't go on the boards hating on road riders - but a d-bag is a d-bag, no matter what they ride.

So I'm stopped at about the 1500ft mark talking to some other riders, when a road rider, right out of an 80's movie, yells out, "Race you guys to the top..."

The guy I was talking to says, "You win."

I was, like, "Really? WTF was that all about?"

Then, I'm granny'ing up the second part of the the climb (which goes to about 3100ft.) and some roadie pulls up to next to me and says, "Ha! I wish I had your gears..."

"Yup, granny gear all the way up. Relaxing ride today..."

"Yeah, ha... my small ring is bigger than your big ring..."

Me ->

He then proceeds to mash past.

Whenever I'm on my road bike, I pay special attention to not promote d-bag behavior by being a little nicer to people (that's my nature anyway). But really, the pissing matches are embarrassing for the likes of what I witnessed today.

Maybe these men have just not accomplished enough in their lives to feel the need to say stupid shit to complete strangers.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2010/11/first-ride-on-urban-replacement-frame.html

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Bike check: Standard Byke Co ?125R?/James Hitchcox

Check this first…



Bike Spec:














-Frame:�Standard Byke Co ?125R? �21″ (tt)�
-Forks:�Sputnic Spectrum Chrome Red
-Headset:�Sputnic (not visible)
-Stem:�Standard overload bk
-Bars: Sputnic ?Skyline? 8.5 (chrome red)
-Grips:�Alone ?turtleneck? grips (black)
-Chain:�Sputnic black ?whip? chain
-Sprocket:�SBC ?M3? (28t/Black)
-Cranks:�Sputnic ?Playback? Cranks
-Bottom Bracket set: Superstar (Euro bb)
-Pedals:�Alone black (inc pins)
-Seatpost clamp:�Sputnic red
-Seatpost:�Sputnic ?black and red logo?
-Seat:�Sputnic ?Strippable seat? (Black/Red)
-Front tire:�KHE dirt
-Front rim:��Superstar ?Duty Rim?
-Front hub:�Superstar [...]

Source: http://www.valleysidedistro.com/wordpress/?p=953

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Revitalize Your Bike!

TRADE-IN ANY BMX BRAND, IN ANY CONDITION FOR BRAND NEW DISCOUNTED EASTERN PARTS

Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2010/dec/15/revitalize-your-bike/

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BACKGROUNDS & WALLPAPERS | OUTSIDERS BMX

Here is your new wallpaper or background, courtesy of OUTSIDERS BMX! Enjoy and Happy Holidays!

Source: http://bmxoutsiders.com/blog/?p=424

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Shout Out

Scott at JoMoPro 2009
 I first met Scott at Straight out of Indy . That was a few years ago. He has had a TON of progression. He just recently posted this video on You Tube.

Keep on Riding!



Related Links
 Straight out of Indy Highlights
http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/01/highlights-from-straight-out-of-indy.html

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2010/12/shout-out.html

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