I smile every time I watch this….really what’s not to like?
Jam packed with 80s freestyle legends, Jon Faure shredding on his cruiser, a weird close-up of Wade Nelson and a quirky soundtrack.
The soundtrack alone takes me right back to my teenage years when I used to read BMX Action and Freestylin’ cover to cover.
Vodpod videos no longer available.
…and all I got was this lousy post.
If you’re wondering what happened to the past week’s posts…yours truly was away for some much needed R&R in Las Vegas.
I had the best intentions of posting something before leaving, but time got away from me and I had to go before I could post anything.
I also managed to miss the Extreme Thing jumping contest (by a day!). However, I did make it to City of Bicycles bike shop to chat with BMX legend Turnell Henry. If you’re ever out there, make a point of stopping by….there’s nothing quite like talking BMX with someone that raced at the sport’s highest level (back in the day) and is still out there competing and sharing his knowledge with others.
And while the rest of what happened in Vegas is going to stay in Vegas, I will show you a couple vacation pics.
The first:
Adding to the stickers at the bar of Margaritaville:
The second:
If Cruiser Revolution ever opened a bar/lounge maybe it would look a little like this:
Our regularly scheduled programming returns next week.
…to make a big bike look small.
Check out this picture that I borrowed from S&M’s Facebook feed. A custom 23.5″ TT 38 Special made for a guy named Tiny.
He’s so big, his whip looks like it could be a 16″ pit bike standing next to him.
…but flatlander Terry Adams takes things to a whole other level.
For those that rocked the cruiser revolution sticker in 2009, I salute you!
Thanks for supporting the cause and keep shreddin’ in the new year.
Trent in Hayward, California
Bam in Denver, North Carolina
Gary in Brampton, Ontario
Jon in San Marcos, California
*Angus doesn’t really rock a cruiser revolution sticker…not yet anyway…
Freestyle legend, artist, entrepreneur…Bob Haro is known (and respected) for his achievements in so many areas. One thing that I think a lot of people may forget though, are the iconic cartoon drawings he used to do (mostly for BMX Action magazine). They were so distinctive and really captured the vibe and feeling of BMX at the time. I can’t help but smile when I see one.
That’s why I’m so stoked to see this image that Bob recently posted of a drawing he did for (former sponsor) Oakley back in the ’80s for their Christmas card.
Here’s Bob’s story behind it:
In the spirit of the season – here’s a drawing I found from 1981 that I did for a little company back then called Oakley. Founder and sponsor of mine Jim Jannard asked me to make their company Christmas card and this is what I came up with. Unfortunately this design was rejected since Santa had a pipe in hand – the next iteration he held an Oakley grip.
Who knew that things would be so politically correct even back then?
Anyways, a great picture and a funny story….but also a perfect way to segue into the real point of this post…that is, to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Hope Santa is good to you!
The ABA grand nationals went down this past weekend. Billed as the “greatest race on earth”, it has a lot of hype to live up to. Titles are on the line and the pressure to perform is at an all-time high. In these situations, you never know what might happen.
You expect upsets, people channeling their inner psych and taking their skills to the next level. But if you’re like Barry Nobles…you channel your inner Cru Jones and backflip the pro section in the Pro Cruiser main!
Unfortunately for Barry, this wasn’t Helltrack so instead of the win he would have to settle for a broken collarbone and the infamy that comes with throwing caution to the wind during a big race. Nice work Barry! As they say, pain is temporary, but glory is forever. Thanks for mixing things up and keeping the event interesting.
Does this look like a guy that would go for a backflip in a big race?
GO211 didn’t get the flip on video (so I don’t have it to show you). Hopefully we’ll see it somewhere in the next few days. Someone, somewhere must have had a camera rolling during that main!
I came across this article on BMX cruisers in Oregon Cycling awhile back and I think it really captures why cruisers are so fun and why more and more people are getting into 24″ bikes.
The writer, Tom Baldinger, talking about his “secret agenda”:
My agenda is naturally, more cruiser riders on the streets, the race tracks, the skate parks, etc! I love to see other people on them, because I know what fun they are!
Why to get a 24″ instead of another type of bike:
If your budget is limited, and you are looking for a bike that is easy to maintain, can be ridden hard, and will provide more entertainment than should be legal, I would highly suggest a 24-inch wheel BMX cruiser.
How a bicycle is more than just “transportation”:
…if a bike ride is more to you than a utilitarian passage from point A to point B, if you are prone to explore alleys, jump off curbs or look for embankments, cruisers are a great option.
And finally, because (and I think this is a little tongue-in-cheek) riding a cruiser makes you a bit of a renegade:
Perhaps the best reason to ride a cruiser is the renegade factor. Mountain bikers chuckle, 20-inch wheel BMX riders scoff, road bikers are bewildered. Cruisers have a kitsch factor that’s hard to beat, they are super practical. Try one out, you’ll be surprised at the amount of saddle time it sees and I guarantee the ride will put a smile on your face.
Here’s hoping that 2010 will see even more renegades giving cruisers a try….
It was this time last year that I finally got off my duff to put this blog together.
Along the way I’ve learned a lot and have gotten to know so many people that love 24″ BMX bikes as much I do.
I’m having a blast doing this and I’m glad you’re along for the ride.
Thanks for checking out cruiserrevolution.com
Maybe it’s just me but everytime I see FBM, I think of the lyrics to KMFDM’s “Light“. But I digress…
FBM posted another custom cruiser frame build on their site and this time it is long-time Cruiser Revolution reader Bam’s custom frame.
Check out the specs:
Head Tube: 75 degrees
Seat Tube: 70 degrees
Top Tube: 22″
Chain Stay: 15″
BB Height: 14″
Standover: 6″
If you look closely, you’ll notice some very distinctive forks on this setup…there’s an extra 2″ on the fork leg. A definite nod to old school Bottema forks.
The process
Bam had been shopping around for a custom builder but found most of his options were too expensive or too limited in geometry options. He decided to give FBM a call, although I think he was a little apprehensive given John Paul Roger’s recent comments about cruisers in an article in DIG magazine (he called them goofy, etc.) Despite his initial concerns, FBM was on board with the build.
Bam said:
The FBM plan gives you an online form to check the available options, they offer to do anything you want, then some discussion, send them half of the money, then they send you a drawing to approve. The price includes shipping and it didn’t cost extra for a 24″ model. They send photos of the process as it happens.
According to Bam, FBM’s custom prices are some of the best/lowest out there. He took the time to check out a bunch of different builders, so I believe him.
Can’t wait to see this all built up.
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