Thursday, June 30, 2011

12 Days of BMX-mas


We're giving away 24 bikes in the 12 days leading up to Christmas! All you have to do is sign up Here!

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/12/12-days-of-bmx-mas.html

BMX extreme BMX racing BMX stunts BMX games BMX bikes

Cam Pianta bike build



I just put together my new bike from Pilgrim and did a quick little edit of it being unboxed and put together for something different

There is so much chrome! This bike is one of a limited run filled with all the latest Colony goodness as well. Fully Australian bike! I'm totally stoked on this bike and it was awesome to be able to pull it out of the box and ride it!



PILGRIM PRO COMPLETE 2011
Frame: Pilgrim "Unit" frame
Fork: Colony Dagger
Bars: Colony Bull Bar
Stem: Colony Official
Grips: Odyssey Levan grips
Barends: Odyssey Par ends
Headset: Colony
Seatpost: Pilgrim Prototype 1 piece
Seat: Pilgrim Prototype fat 1 piece
Cranks: Colony Colonial V2
Sprocket: Colony Official
Chain: Shadow half link
Brakes: Colony Transformer
Cable: Odyssey
Brake Lever: Colony Transformer
Detangler: Odyssey GT-R detangler
Front Tire: Colony 1.9 Agenda
Front Rim: Colony Contour
Front Hub: Colony Clone
Rear Tire: Colony 1.9 agenda
Rear Rim: Colony Contour
Rear Hub: Colony Clone Cassette
Pedals: Eclat surge pedals alloy
Pegs: Colony Oneway cro-mo
 

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2011/6/30/cam-pianta-bike-build/index.htm

BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale

Simplify

No pics in this post, but I'll get some up soon as they come.

I've had to dig a little deep recently and bare down on getting back to simplifying my life. In the past six months, I've sold 7 bikes and 2 motorcycle. The motorcycle sales is what really was strange since this is the first time in over ten years that I haven't had at least one motorized two wheeler in my garage.

Currently I am down to my Surly Pacer, Felt "El Guapo" Beach Cruiser, Pake C'Mute, On One Inbred, Unbranded urban bike and my grocery getter. That's 5 more bikes than many people have, but I feel this is a good place for me to be. The garage looks very empty, but it is cathartic to not have so many bikes stuffed in my garage.

Priorities have shifted for me and I'm trying to eliminate some of my liabilities - including hoarding more than a dozen bicycles, half of which I barely ride.

I probably won't be building any more bikes for a long time, so my reviews of products are going to shift from "first impressions" to "long term reviews" - which most are probably interested in anyway.

So, here on begins a new path and a lot less stuff. Feels good.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/04/simplify.html

gt BMX haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme BMX racing

Product: Deluxe Bar Extenders

Looking for some real clean aluminum barends? Want slightly wider bars but don’t want to buy new ones? Well, Deluxe have you covered. These new bar extenders double as bar ends and make your bars about an inch wider. You … Continue reading

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/daily/product-deluxe-bar-extenders/

alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum

Oakley B-1B | Guidance System | 2010

Back in July 2010, the folks over at Oakley were kind enough to gift me with a set of their up-and-coming release of B-1B Grips. If you are not familiar with these grips, they were high end BMX grips made in 1982. Oakley actually started off as an MX company making grips first, then sunglasses [...]

Source: http://www.bmxoutsiders.com/blog/?p=195

wethepeople BMX gt BMX haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme

Inside line with Luke Arbon



Aussie MX website MotoOnline has just released a cool little profile video with Unit's U19 MX title contender Luke Arbon. Check out what he has to say about the series, what it's like riding for the Rockstar GYTR Yamaha team and why he moved from South Oz to the Sunny State.

Source: http://www.unitriders.com/united-states/news-and-culture/blog/2011/6/28/inside-line-with-luke-arbon/index.htm

BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX colony BMX

Tom Haugen

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/05/tom-haugen.html

BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale

DC Launches Jeremy McGrath ?Refuse To Lose? Video

When we were kids, we would make our own fortress or clubhouse that would be exclusive to friends only and off limits to the rest of the world.� Depending on the limitations of your imagination, it could magically be whatever you wanted it to be.� And not to sound snotty or anything, we had the [...]

Source: http://www.lat34.com/2011/06/23/dc-launches-jeremy-mcgrath-refuse-to-lose-video/

BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online

Dan Nielsen ? Hit ?em Wit It

All I’m going to say is this edit had me saying “damn”! There’s times when I check out an edit not knowing what to expect, and this is one of those that turned out way better than I expected. Railride … Continue reading

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/daily/dan-nielsen-hit-em-wit-it/

BMX games BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos BMX parts

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

haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme BMX racing BMX stunts

BICYCLE RIGHTS! BRRRRRPPPP! Hold up, I'm stopping... BIKE!

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/01/bike-bike-right-brrrrrpppp-okay.html

ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

My 3rd Day of Trials

My 3rd Day of Trials from Dion Rides Bikes on Vimeo.


Well, ths is my official 3rd day of riding this bike in an actual "session" - 5th day if you count what I've done in front of my house.

I had some side hops and stuff, but honestly, it looks so utterly pitiful on video when you're doing them onto something that's no more than a couple feet high.

Please be kind - I'm just starting out on this bike.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/06/my-3rd-day-of-trials.html

winstanelys BMX colony BMX wethepeople BMX gt BMX haro BMX

Birthday Ride...

Great solo ride for my birthday.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/04/birthday-ride.html

BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX BMX bike BMX game

A Message From Chris Doyle


It's been a while since I've sent something in for the blog.  I pretty much sat around all winter healing from ankle surgery.  So, I'm happy to report that I'm back on the bike and back on the road.  I just returned home from Iraq where I was doing demo's for the troops.  It was an unbelievable experience to say the least!  You can tell that the troops don't get much of a 'thanks' or a break from the norm so it felt great to give them a little show and a little break from their daily routines!  Attached are a few photos...

Best,
Chris




Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2011/03/message-from-chris-doyle.html

haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme BMX racing BMX stunts

Frost Bike Coverage

Eastern Bikes was in full effect at Frost Bike 2011...

Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2011/feb/22/frost-bike-coverage/

BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX colony BMX wethepeople BMX

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

BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX BMX bike

BK's 2011 Passport Promo

Brian Kachinsky's 2011 Passport Promo from DK Bicycle Company on Vimeo.

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2011/03/bks-2011-passport-promo.html

ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX

Gary Young at Vans BMX Camp


Gary Young will one of the Pro Riders at the Vans BMX Camp. The camp session is on Aprill 22, 2011 from 10am - 4pm at the Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA. He'll also be guess judging the 2011 Vans BMX AM Contest at the same location on April 23nd.

for more info click here. http://www.vans.com/microsites/bmx/

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2011/03/gary-young-at-vans-bmx-camp.html

BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online

One Year Review - Geax Saguaro 29'er Tires and Steel Kona Unit Fork

Geax Saguaro 29'er Tires

I'm finally down on tread on my Geax Saguaro Tires and it's been a year and one month since I mounted them. During that time, I did have to swap out a rear for new one, however. But, these things are looking slick'ish and I'm ready to try something different. I will keep the rear on for awhile and upgrade the front to a Maxxis Ardent 29 X 2.4, Kevlar Bead.

But before I start switching things up, I wanted to give a year's reflection on these tires. I bought the Geaxs to manage the trails I ride - which are, generally, dry and hardpacked. What has changed, however, is the terrain. This winter we had some very heavy rains which brought up very loose, large rocks. If the rains didn't beat up my trails so severely, I'd probably keep the same set-up. Unfortunately, the Geax's are not going to hack it anymore for the natural changes that have occurred here.

The Sagauros are exceptional tires. I didn't even have the TNT versions, and they mounted up ghetto tubeless beautifully. The sidewalls in this configuration are sketchy and please note that this set-up voids any warranty offered by Geax. They roll very fast, and I would run mine as low as 23psi. These are great for fireroads and hardpacked dirt trails and at low enough pressures, they would hook up quite well. Like most low-profile knob tires, the sweet spot for these are light rain, tacky clay trails. *Please note that tubeless set-ups done are at your own risk and I will not be responsible for your decision on doing so!

With a fast(er) rolling tire, you do have your drawbacks. Loose, rocky terrain will kill these tires and possibly leave you chewing on a rock. Recently, I have been experiencing front tire skidding under hard braking, which I have never had a problem with before. This has killed my confidence and this is what has caused me to upgrade to a more aggressive front tread. This is due mostly to the extreme change in my terrain.

I would still put this tire as a great contender for a fast rolling rear. I am very impressed with how well they work, but only under certain conditions.


Steel Kona Unit Fork

Here is another upgrade (downgrade) I did last April when I messed around with a Monster Cross set-up.

I still do prefer rigid riding. But I am starting to feel like the steel may be a bit harsh to contend with the changes that have occurred on my trails. I am hoping that the switch to a larger, high volume front tire eases the pain a little, but I admit that the steel is beating me up pretty good.

Rigid riding is not for everybody - so you have to decide for yourself what you want in a ride. For me, it is the control, no fork dive and "BMX-feeling" that I like. However, descends are much slower on technical stuff, and you do get beat up pretty well. I am probably going to upgrade my fork to a Carbon Niner in the next few months.

The Kona Unit fork has taken a beating with me and it stays right on point. I have crashed with it, jumped with it, climbed heavy, rocky terrain and cruised the beaches with it and it just delivers in a "set-it-and-forget-it sense. Again, it is really up to the rider what he/she wants and is willing to sacrifice for a rigid ride.

I think a real nice benefit to the Kona Unit Fork is the price. For under $100, a rider can "experiment" with rigid riding and not have to fully commit. Once committed (like me) he/she can upgrade to a more plush, superior fork like the Niner.

So, I guess this is where I would put a positive spin on the Kona Unit - you can "try" rigid and not feel like you have to take out a second mortgage on your home.

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/05/one-year-review-geax-saguaro-29er-tires.html

BMX stunts BMX games BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos

Portland Trip

Some of the locals headed up north for some riding while we have a break in the weather. I didn't get to make it but Dan headed up and documented the shenanegans behind the lens. Beevo for as long as he has lived around here had never ridden Burnside before. Popped that cherry. Burnside and Tigard both were sessioned and Dan got some good pics check them out at Diesel's World here. Sounds like he will post more in the Albums section later after he geeks out, tweaking them in Photoshop.

Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2011/01/portland-trip.html

gt BMX haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme BMX racing

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

BMX forum winstanelys BMX colony BMX wethepeople BMX gt BMX

SORRY

Unfortunately, our server went down and we lost all of our old content from the blog. �It’s all good though, because we can start fresh again. Hopefully, you folks didn’t miss us too much! haha. Regular posting on here will resume after Memorial Day, so stay tuned. For now, peep our newest feature under Those [...]

Source: http://www.bmxoutsiders.com/blog/?p=16

BMX bike BMX game alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum

Chris Doyle captures the front cover of Transworld BMX!

On The Cover: Seeing how Chris Doyle spins these jumps at the Potoczny?s trails in Pennsylvania every session, the D-Man felt like he had to up the ante a bit for this photo and let his hands fly, too. Photo by Jeff Zielinski.


On newsstand Nov. 23!

Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/11/chris-doyle-captures-front-cover-of.html

BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Frost Bike Coverage

Eastern Bikes was in full effect at Frost Bike 2011...

Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2011/feb/22/frost-bike-coverage/

colony BMX wethepeople BMX gt BMX haro BMX mongoose BMX

Image Problem: Appealing for Appeal

Source: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2011/06/image-problem-appealing-for-appeal.html

ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX

Bobby Carter- Ninja Secrets


When regular footed backpackers aren't cutting it, you may need to switch and use the cross footed attack... Check this ninja secret revealed on FLATmode blog.
http://flatmode.blogspot.com/2011/05/ninja-secrets.html

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/06/bobby-carter-ninja-secrets.html

BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX BMX bike BMX game

Eric Holley Bike Check

Eric Holley's Bike...

Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2011/mar/1/eric-holley-bike-check/

BMX games BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos BMX parts

Jim Mckay-Round 5 Global Flat Battle Quarter Final

I got this from Jim McKay this morning. He was advanced in Round 5 of the Global Flat Battles. Looking really good Jim! Good Luck!

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/06/jim-mckay-round-5-global-flat-batte.html

BMX racing BMX stunts BMX games BMX bikes BMX master

2011 Superbowl Sunday Mt. Hamilton Ride

I did this ride last year on my Surly Pacer and had a decent time, albeit very, very slow. I did it again, this time with a serious handicap - I took the "UNBRANDED". This year was another time in a last place finish, although I had three guys to do it with me: Leopold Porkstacker, Nelson34 and SparkyJay from MTBR.com.

What got me to take the UNBRANDED was that Porkstacker (Brett) was going to take his fat bike, and so I thought it'd be supportive to take mine. By time it was all loaded up, my bike definitely weighed over 40lbs which was a serious heavy haul. It wasn't bad in the beginning, but near the end, my stomach started to growl and a slight bonking was in the works. I think the Surly would've prevailed - but I'll save that for next year. My guess I probably will get up a little faster - but that wasn't really the goal for this ride.

All in all, I had fun with our little social pace group. My favorite quote was from Robert (nelson34) when he said "My whole body is a cramp..."

I also learned that the "UNBRANDED" was a fine bike for getting up, but it was just very slow. I think this bike will do fine for rides that don't require a steady 20 mile climb, but my big road rides for this year will probably be on the Surly Pacer. The WTB Pure-V saddle started to get uncomfortable near the top, and eventually painful on my sit bones.

Good times and thanks to all for providing refreshments afterwards. Next year I'm not going to be such a freeloader and bring something. This ride, like Turkey Day, seems to be getting bigger every year!


Gathering of the riders - Francis Cebedo giving some pre-ride advice

A couple of hours later, here are the three hombres: (L to R) SparkyJay, Nelson34, Leopold Porkstacker

The beer table...

I ended up having one afterwards. Delicious!

Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/02/2011-superbowl-sunday-mt-hamilton-ride.html

BMX bike BMX game alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum

Updownsideness

Aussies. WTF? Guess they are just used to being upside down and backwards (note the brake lever). Triple Flips. WTF? Just met Jose Janez in April (first backflip on a bmx), now some thirty years later Jed Mildon steps it up. Think it will take another 10 years before we see a quad? Check it.


World's First BMX Triple Backflip - Watch more Funny Videos

Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2011/06/updownsideness.html

BMX stunts BMX games BMX bikes BMX master BMX videos

Stance Proudly Welcomes Andrew Reynolds

But what is “Stance”?� At first I was a little confused on what this was about because we have never heard of Stance.� Upon viewing the welcome video, we knew it had to be something awesome because it features Andrew Reynolds, who we loved ever since his cameo in the 90′s hit classic, COP AND [...]

Source: http://www.lat34.com/2011/06/22/stance-proudly-welcomes-andrew-reynolds-but-what-is-stance/

BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX BMX bike

Defgrip ? Who Is Robert Loeber?

Defgrip dropped an interview with The Albion’s designer, Robert Loeber. You can find out more about his role with the magazine and what he does outside of that right here.

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/daily/defgrip-who-is-robert-loeber/

BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale

Mike Buff?s Benefit Auction | TBS | Oakley

Five-year old Tyler Blick (son of Steve Blick at Oakley) has just been diagnosed with Leukemia and is beginning 3+ years of Chemotherapy treatment. If you?ve seen how Leukemia and Chemotherapy affects people, you know it?s gut-wrenching to see. For a 5-year old to go through this is absolutely horrible. This is both a great [...]

Source: http://www.bmxoutsiders.com/blog/?p=102

BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX

One Love- New Edit


The summer has hit the North Bay, and it's time to hit the road again. Tour coming soon. Check for updates on

www.onelovebmx.com

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/06/we-are-out-there.html

alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum

Words to live by

I heard about this on the radio on Friday on the Kidd Kradic show. A father teaching his son how to ride a bike. This video captures every bit of exictment that we crave. Thumbs up for Rock and Roll!

Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/06/words-to-live-by.html

BMX bike BMX game alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum

Monday, June 27, 2011

Crazy Tom French Edition Continued

Source: http://www.kinkbmx.com/crazy-tom-french-edition-continued

alans BMX ride BMX BMX museum BMX bike games BMX forum

Easter Eggs

Here’s what I did on Easter Monday, roasting hot day, summer rules




Related posts:Revell is a pleb Yo, I don’t really have anything of my own to...Happy New Year This is what we did on December 30th 2008, pretty...Jib on a horse Jib on a horse [caption id="attachment_1325" align="alignnone" width="604" caption="Jib on...

Related posts:

  1. Revell is a pleb Yo, I don’t really have anything of my own to...
  2. Happy New Year This is what we did on December 30th 2008, pretty...
  3. Jib on a horse Jib on a horse [caption id="attachment_1325" align="alignnone" width="604" caption="Jib on...

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blewbmx-news/~3/8vFb4RnxinA/

we the people BMX BMX bike BMX game alans BMX ride BMX

Shaping up to be an epic season

I don't think we even had any runs in last year at this time due to all the late rain. Summer didn't start until after the official calander day. This year things are so much better. It didn't look to promising for locals due to injuries plauging many riders this year but the youngin's is steppin they game up. JC locals Nick, Johnny, Mitch, and Trevor have been out frequently and now they are rocking brakes they are quickly working their way down the big line. I expect they all will make it through everything soon. Stoked to see new trail riders on the come up. Last year we only had a handful of regulars at the trails, this year it has been common to have 8-9 riders a day coming through.
Tex Diesel shot some photos of Sykes getting his boost on yesterday. Click the link to check out more.

Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2011/06/shaping-up-to-be-epic-season.html

BMX master BMX videos BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale

BSNYC Friday Actuarial Table!

Source: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2011/06/bsnyc-friday-actuarial-table.html

BMX parts BMX games online BMX bikes for sale we the people BMX BMX bike

Ten Pack Finishes Up

Source: http://www.kinkbmx.com/ten-pack-finishes-up

gt BMX haro BMX mongoose BMX BMX extreme BMX racing

DIG Issue 83 Out Now

DIG Issue 83 is finally out and it’s looking to be a real good one. There’s everything in here from Kachinsky, Van Homan, Tony Malouf and Alex Kennedy to The Pool, Almond and Etnies. I’ve got three pages in the … Continue reading

Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/news/dig-issue-83-out-now/

BMX bike games BMX forum winstanelys BMX colony BMX wethepeople BMX