Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Paul Rodriguez And Theotis Beasley Featured In ?Mtn Dew?s Green Label Experience?
Kyle Baldock King Of The Mountain
Photo: All photos courtesy Fat Tony / Ride.
Today we saw the first ever (hopefully annual) 'King Of The Mountain' contet go down at the Powder Mountain ski resort just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. The event sounds like it was a lot of fun and all of the 12 athletes were decked out in a cabin for the weekend.
As oppose to the regular contest format, the 'King Of The Mountain' was held in a jam format and included a bunch of categories such as 'Best Tabletop', 'Best 360' and 'Best Trick'. Unit BMX team rider Kyle Baldock ended up walking away with the 'King Of The Mountain' title, as well as the 'Best Trick' award for a frontflip no-hander to barspin!
Kyle is on fire right now and currently leads the Dew Tour Park championship, and is 2nd in the Dew Tour Dirt standings.
Stay tuned for videos from this event early in the week, in the meantime check out the full PHOTO GALLERY thanks to RIDE.
In other BMX news, Unit BMX team riders Cam White, Ryan Guettler and Jaie Toohey are all over in France right now for the Lords Of Dirt contest, and by the sounds of it they are all killing it. Unit's crazy Spaniad MTB rider Andreu Lacondeguy even showed up and is riding a BMX for the weekend haha. He can ride anything! We will get the videos and photos online as soon as they come online.
VIDEO: Josh Stead Glenbrook Trails Session
We caught up with Unit BMX rider Josh Stead for a session at his local trails in Glenbrook. Josh is definitely one of the most stylish, yet technical dirt riders in the world. You don't want to miss this...
Executive Producer: Unit Clothing
Film & Edit: Allan Hardy
Music: 'Not In Love' by Crystal Castles www.crystalcastles.com
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Terry Adams Summer Tour
August 13 - Atlanta, GA - DHS Youth (11:30PM)
August 14 - Atlanta, GA - Georgia State University (Westmar, 7PM)
August 15 - Atlanta, GA - Kennesaw State University and Georgia Tech
August 16 - Columbus, GA - Columbus State University (7-8PM)
August 17 - Athens, GA - University of Georgia (Tate Center Commons, 11:30AM)
August 17 - Blacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 18 - Blacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 20 - Baltimore, MD - Charm City Skatepark
August 22 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 23 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 24 - Bowling Green & Louisville, KY - Western Kentucky University & University of Louisville
August 25 - Bloomington, IN - Indiana University
August 26 - Normal, IL - Illinois State University
August 27 - Iowa City, IO - University of Iowa
August 28 - East Lansing, MI - Michigan State University
August 29 - Kansas City, MO - University of Missouri
August 30 - Manhattan, KS - Kansas State University
August 31 - Lawrence, KA - University of Kansas
September 1 - Omaha, NE - TBA
September 2 - Lincoln, NE - TBA
-Terry Adams-
(Cell) 985-634-7637
www.terryadamsbmx.com
www.twitter.com/#!/terryadamsbmxAtlanta, GA - Crescent City Ave (11PM-12AM)
August 13 - Atlanta, GA - DHS Youth (11:30PM)
August 14 - Atlanta, GA - Georgia State University (Westmar, 7PM)
August 15 - Atlanta, GA - Kennesaw State University and Georgia Tech
August 16 - Columbus, GA - Columbus State University (7-8PM)
August 17 - Athens, GA - University of Georgia (Tate Center Commons, 11:30AM)
August 17 - Blacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 18 - Blacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 20 - Baltimore, MD - Charm City Skatepark
August 22 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 23 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 24 - Bowling Green & Louisville, KY - Western Kentucky University & University of Louisville
August 25 - Bloomington, IN - Indiana University
August 26 - Normal, IL - Illinois State University
August 27 - Iowa City, IO - University of Iowa
August 28 - East Lansing, MI - Michigan State University
August 29 - Kansas City, MO - University of Missouri
August 30 - Manhattan, KS - Kansas State University
August 31 - Lawrence, KA - University of Kansas
September 1 - Omaha, NE - TBA
September 2 - Lincoln, NE - TBA
-Terry Adams-
(Cell) 985-634-7637
www.terryadamsbmx.com
www.twitter.com/#!/terryadamsbmxBlacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 18 - Blacksburg, VA - Virginia Tech
August 20 - Baltimore, MD - Charm City Skatepark
August 22 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 23 - State College, PA - Penn State
August 24 - Bowling Green & Louisville, KY - Western Kentucky University & University of Louisville
August 25 - Bloomington, IN - Indiana University
August 26 - Normal, IL - Illinois State University
August 27 - Iowa City, IO - University of Iowa
August 28 - East Lansing, MI - Michigan State University
August 29 - Kansas City, MO - University of Missouri
August 30 - Manhattan, KS - Kansas State University
August 31 - Lawrence, KA - University of Kansas
September 1 - Omaha, NE - TBA
September 2 - Lincoln, NE - TBA
Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/08/terry-adams-summer-tour.html
One Year Review - Geax Saguaro 29'er Tires and Steel Kona Unit Fork
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
Chris Doyle: The Ultimate set up
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
Tour De Santa Teresa County Park
It was one helluva time with awesome people and happy faces. Brett (Leopold Porkstacker from MTBR) and Larry (BigLarry, also from MTBR) helped me out with lead and sweep. Brett took the faster, stronger riders out with more challenging routes (such as Joice Trail Climb) and Larry kept the newer riders from getting dropped off the back. I cruised the middle to be sure the group stayed somewhat together.
Nobody crashed (a few tip overs on Stile Ranch Trail) and nobody got left behind. Highlight of the day was when one very pissed off rattlesnake stopped ten MTB'ers in their tracks. One rider (not with our group) used his bike to push it off, while it hissed, rattled and struck at his bike.
Here are the pics, courtesy of BigLarry.
Start of the ride at Harry Rd. and Camden Ave. 
Up we go! 
Dan51 getting to the top... 
Regroup! 
Shiloh (The Law from MTBR) showed up... 
Andrew (Cool_Man from MTBR) was BRAND NEW to mountain biking and this was his first trail ride aboard a super sweet Niner bike. Good job, man! 
Hitting Norred Trail 
The faster group missed the turn, so I had to go back and get them. Unfortunately, I had to climb that steep ass grade to backtrack. Here's Brett jamming to the top. 
How do you stop 10 mountain bikers on a descend dead in their tracks? Throw an extremely pissed off rattlesnake in the middle of the trail... that's how! 
One rider (not with our group) finally pushed it along with his front wheel. The rattlesnake did not give up without a fight: it rattled, hissed and struck at his front wheel about 5-6 times before going off in defeat. 
Dude, Snake... take a chill pill. We're just trying to ride our bikes...
Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/08/tour-de-santa-teresa-county-park.html
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Pag�s & Toohey win Finist'Air Best Trick comps!
Craziest photo we've seen in a long time - Tom Pagès Tsunami Whips his way to the Finist'Air Best Trick trophy.
Our athletes are on an absolute tear at the moment, and it doesn't look like it's going to stop any time soon: over the weekend Unit FMXer Tom Pagès and BMXer Jaie Toohey smashed the competition at the 2011 Finist'Air contest in France to both win Best Trick awards.
While Tom had jaws dropping across the venue with his amazing Tsunami Whip, Jaie blew the rest of the competition away when he rode out of his first-ever Backflip Triple Whip to dirt.
Tom (centre) celebrates his win by giving his guitar trophy a thrash-test.
The Central Coaster had landed it several times to ressy during the Nitro Circus show, but this was the first time he'd attempted - and stuck - the technical trick to dirt. Meanwhile Unit's Josh Stead finished with a third place in the same comp.
Unit BMX team manager Ryan Guettler, who was at Finist'Air to see the action first-hand, says Toohey is riding at a level he has never seen him hit before.
"Jaie is killing it over here!" he says. "Everyone loves him and his riding is so on-point right now. His attitude on and off his bike is amazing."
Check out this cool edit of the Finist'Air BMX contest that Blake Shipman put together.
Kyle Baldock King Of The Mountain
Photo: All photos courtesy Fat Tony / Ride.
Today we saw the first ever (hopefully annual) 'King Of The Mountain' contet go down at the Powder Mountain ski resort just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. The event sounds like it was a lot of fun and all of the 12 athletes were decked out in a cabin for the weekend.
As oppose to the regular contest format, the 'King Of The Mountain' was held in a jam format and included a bunch of categories such as 'Best Tabletop', 'Best 360' and 'Best Trick'. Unit BMX team rider Kyle Baldock ended up walking away with the 'King Of The Mountain' title, as well as the 'Best Trick' award for a frontflip no-hander to barspin!
Kyle is on fire right now and currently leads the Dew Tour Park championship, and is 2nd in the Dew Tour Dirt standings.
Stay tuned for videos from this event early in the week, in the meantime check out the full PHOTO GALLERY thanks to RIDE.
In other BMX news, Unit BMX team riders Cam White, Ryan Guettler and Jaie Toohey are all over in France right now for the Lords Of Dirt contest, and by the sounds of it they are all killing it. Unit's crazy Spaniad MTB rider Andreu Lacondeguy even showed up and is riding a BMX for the weekend haha. He can ride anything! We will get the videos and photos online as soon as they come online.
Shaping up to be an epic season
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
Pinky Squeak Contest
1. All video submission must be filmed during the Month of September 2011. To insure this you must say on film ?This was filmed for the BMX Freestyler Pinky Squeak Contest?. This can be said either at the beginning or the end of the video by the rider.
2. All videos submissions must be filmed either by tri pod or by another person. Go-Pro or self-camera will not be allowed.
3. There will be 3 different categories for this competition . The original Pinky Squeak with brakes using only tire and frame. Pinky Squeaks using pegs with brakes and Pinky Squeaks using pegs with out the use of brakes. They will be counted from normal riding position back to normal riding position. If rear tire touches the ground your video must be filmed again. You can only do Pinky Squeaks once you start. No other tricks will be allowed. No hopping or backwards hang '5s or backward steams ect.
4. There will be 3 winners during this contest. The rider with the highest amount doing original Pinky Squeak's with brakes, using peg with brakes and using pegs with out brakes. The prize money will be divided in 3rds and given to each winner.
5. If you have a front brake you will be placed in the braked category. If you want to be considered for brake free pinky?s you must not have a front brake.
6. Rider must land pinky squeaks. You must be able to pedal away. At no time can rider touch the ground with either foot. If rider touches the ground the video submission is not qualified and should be filmed again.
7. Riders must have pedals on there bike.
8. Official entry?s must be sent by email to webmaster@bmxfreestyler.com with the subject ?Pinky Squeak Contest? . Submissions by social media will not be permitted ie Facebook, Twitter , Message Forums, ect
9 The Contest will run from September 1 - October 1. The last official entry will be at 12:00 p.m. Central time Zone. Any thing later than will not be official and will not have a chance at the prize money.
10. Winner of this contest must have a pay pal account. Please include your pay pal account info in your official submission.
11. If you want to support this contest with a donation you can send money to raddad67@bmxfreestyler.com Your name will be added to the list of supporters and any links you would like visitors to visit.
12. Riders can enter each of the 3 classes. This is highly encouraged!
13. Riders can submit as many videos as they wish.
14. Most importantly have fun no matter your age and Keep on Riding!
Special Thanks to Joe Cicman for helping with the rules. http://dannysirkinsuperfan.blogspot.com/
Rad Dad contributed in $20.00 to get things started!
Joe Cicman contributed in $40.00 sponsored by http://dannysirkinsuperfan.blogspot.com/
Ron Seay contributed in $5.00
Anthony Buglio contributed $20.00 profile sprocket, some pedals and grips
Mark McGrade contributed $100
Danny Sirkin contributed $52 www.solonbicycle.com
Source: http://www.bmxfreestyler.com/2011/08/pinky-squeak-contest.html
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Gary Young Signature Sunday Bikes
Exclusive Action Village interview with team rider Gary Young. Learn about what went into the making of Gary Young's Sunday pro- model, who they are good for, custom features and overall stoke level. Check out the bikes on Action VillageWhat went into the making of your bike?
When Sunday and I were talking about putting a line of complete bikes together, the most important thing that we talked about was making sure that they were completely shreddable right out of the box. Since shreddability is our number one goal, we came up with four levels (AM, EX, Pro, and Signature) of affordable bikes that are ready to be ridden. All of the bikes also come with Odyssey parts--making the bikes simply the the most complete, completes.
What kind of custom features did you add to it?
I got to help pick out all the parts and color schemes that come on the bikes. Besides my Signature bike, I think that the Bigfoot Monster Truck inspired model is my favorite. The gold parts with the blue frame, forks, and bars just look so good together. I also helped choose all the angles so the bike has a solid overall feel.
What was the overall input that you had in developing your own pro model?
I got to help choose everything from start to finish. Check out the signature model for proof, it is nearly identical to the bike I am riding right now!
What kind of riders is the bike best for?
When we started talking about making complete bikes, I was really excited to help create something that was accessible and fun for a wide range of people. Whether you are just starting out on a bike or you are shredding the nearest skate park, dirt jumps or street, these bikes = having fun! My bike has been designed so that anyone will be able to jump on it, but more specifically they were designed for people who want to have fun riding.
Anything else really that your stoked on about your bike.
Check out the Sunday team where we built up some completes and rode them right out of the box.
Sunday Bikes
Source: http://actionvillagebmx.blogspot.com/2010/11/gary-young-signiture-sunday-bikes.html
Pag�s & Toohey win Finist'Air Best Trick comps!
Craziest photo we've seen in a long time - Tom Pagès Tsunami Whips his way to the Finist'Air Best Trick trophy.
Our athletes are on an absolute tear at the moment, and it doesn't look like it's going to stop any time soon: over the weekend Unit FMXer Tom Pagès and BMXer Jaie Toohey smashed the competition at the 2011 Finist'Air contest in France to both win Best Trick awards.
While Tom had jaws dropping across the venue with his amazing Tsunami Whip, Jaie blew the rest of the competition away when he rode out of his first-ever Backflip Triple Whip to dirt.
Tom (centre) celebrates his win by giving his guitar trophy a thrash-test.
The Central Coaster had landed it several times to ressy during the Nitro Circus show, but this was the first time he'd attempted - and stuck - the technical trick to dirt. Meanwhile Unit's Josh Stead finished with a third place in the same comp.
Unit BMX team manager Ryan Guettler, who was at Finist'Air to see the action first-hand, says Toohey is riding at a level he has never seen him hit before.
"Jaie is killing it over here!" he says. "Everyone loves him and his riding is so on-point right now. His attitude on and off his bike is amazing."
Check out this cool edit of the Finist'Air BMX contest that Blake Shipman put together.
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Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/daily/animal-wormz-all-day-original-edit/
Chris Doyle: The Ultimate set up
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
First Impressions with the Ragley Luxy Dirt Drop Handlebar
My original thought was to put them on my single speed (as in the pics), then I got a wild hair to put them on my Surly Pacer. After mocking them up on my Pacer, however, I decided they were just too odd to put on a road bike - so on to the SS they went.
The Ragley Luxy bar is something that just can't be studied by a future purchaser with pics alone - you really have to see it yourself and grab it; it is the oddest handlebar I have ever seen and used. The drop is short, the reach a bit far and the flair at the bottom of the drops extends to 680mm wide. The top is 31.8mm and will need a 31.8 stem. The best way to describe this handlebar would be a "...mustache handlebar that has been flared and dropped".
Like all dirt drops, the rider has to expect to be in the drops most of the time and should adjust stem length and height accordingly. As said by Shiggy on MTBR, "...the drops ought to be placed in the same area as you would place your hands on a regular handlebar..." or something to that effect. So before committing to dirt drops, understand that your sugary-sweet Thompson stem may not work - you may have to buy another to work with this set-up. I always have a handful of stems in my parts bin, so finding something that would work was not a problem. As you can see, I have a number of spacers to bring the stem high enough for the dirt drops to be in a reasonable position.
First impression was I felt pretty stretched out until I got used to the dirt drop position again. After the initial weirdness, I really enjoyed being somewhat tucked. As I've described before, dirt drops make you feel like you're "in" the bike instead of "on top". When I finally hit the trails, the true test was afoot!
I don't know what is was, but I felt a good 10% faster than normal. Was it the new handlebar or just feeling good? I know one thing, however, was that drops did help the crank out on the steep XC climbs. I did get some arm pump from bearing down, but that's just riding single speed in general. For the sit and spins, I rode the brake hoods and the top of the handlebar, which was nice.
Descending was extremely confident because you are riding the front tire a bit more than a regular flat or riser handlebar which places the body more upright on the bike. But because of this, you may have to be aware of any rocks, logs or other obstacles that may come your way where you have to heave your front end up-and-over. I was definitely faster on the descends with this bar than I was with my riser bar. Again, there is something about being tucked down that just really speeds things up. Could be in my head, but whatever it was - it made a difference. Don't know how this would do in an extremely technical situation.
I was able to bunnyhop curb height without a problem.
Dirt drops are NOT for everyone. It takes an open mind and a general feeling of experimentation to enjoy them. Some riders will hate this handlebar from the looks alone, as the Luxy really steers away from anything traditional. It is nothing like a road handlebar and a far cry from a MTB flat or riser. Even in the alternative handlebar world, this thing is a monster.
I am not finished, by any means, with dialing in the set-up. I feel like I need a different stem, so I will try one I have in my parts bin that has a very steep rise. If you're in for an alternative ride, try the Ragley Luxy. I like it much better than the On One Midge Bar, plus it has a 31.8 clamp area for extra stiffness.
PROS
1. Strange design that just works
2. People will look at you like you're a space alien
3. Positive climbing and descending characteristics
CONS
1. A shorter, higher rise stem will almost always be needed
2. Bar tape rips on tip-overs unless protected
3. May need disc specific road brake calipers if using discs
Source: http://www.dionridesbikes.com/2011/07/first-impressions-with-ragley-luxy-dirt.html
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Josh Perry Props Setup
Source: http://easternbikes.com/blog/2011/feb/9/josh-perry-props-setup/
Portland Trip
Source: http://eugenebmx.blogspot.com/2011/01/portland-trip.html
Nike | USA Cycling BMX
Product: Animal Fall / Winter 2011 Softgoods
Source: http://www.bmxunion.com/blog/daily/product-animal-fall-winter-2011-softgoods/
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2011 Superbowl Sunday Mt. Hamilton Ride
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
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