Sneak peek: blue Wave-C forks

8 03 2011

I was all set to incorporate a Blue Monday reference into the title but it’s late in the day so I’ll spare you.

As mentioned in an earlier post about the Sunday Wave-C frame, Vapor blue is another color option that will be available in the future. From what I understand there will be both handlebars and forks to match the frame.

Here’s a sneak peek of what the color will look like (sorry, no pic of the frame yet).

Looks pretty fresh.

No confirmed date yet on when these will be available. Let’s just say “coming soon.”





Take the cruisers bowling

25 02 2011

Last night there was cruisers on my lawn

Take the cruisers bowling

Take them bowling

Take the cruisers bowling

Take them bowling

Some people say that skatepark bowls all look the same

look the same

There’s not a line that goes here that rhymes with anything

anything

Vodpod videos no longer available.

I had a dream last night but I forget what it was…

Videos: Jim C. & TJ Henderson; Peter Beer; Camper Van Beethoven.





More teasers from S&M

22 02 2011

Just heard some more news on the upcoming S&M 24″ Dirt Bike.

Looks like they’re going with the 21.7″ top tube (although a longer version may come later) and 14.7″ rear end.

Bottom bracket height will be 13″.

Chrome will take you home

The first run of frames will be available in red, black and chrome(!) with retro Dirt Bike graphics.

Forks will be in black and chrome.

But wait, there’s more…

They’ve done some tweaking to their low-rise Slam Bars and have come up with a bar that works better with their new frame (6.75″ X 28″).

And finally, what I wasn’t expecting….but was super excited to hear…they’ll be doing a run of 24″ Pitchforks with 990 mounts!





Are you ready for some S&M next month?

18 02 2011

S&M Bikes just posted a new picture of the 2nd version of their prototype 24″ Dirt Bike. They’ve also let it drop that they would be available towards the end of next month.

I’m very interested to see what the final specs are on this bad boy…cause it looks like they’ve done some considerable tinkering and tweaking to the original prototype.





Sunday Wave-C frames are here!

11 02 2011

Just got word that the first shipment of Sunday Wave-C frames has arrived.

It should begin shipping to bike shops and mail orders across the U.S. early next week.

So far only the black version of the frame is available (Vapor Blue will follow, delivery date to be determined).

The initial order is on the small side so if you want to be among the first to ride this frame, you should  probably get in touch with your local shop or favorite mail-order company as soon as you finish reading this sentence.

They’re going to go quick.

It's here...The Sunday Wave-C frame

There will also be matching handlebars and forks. I believe the Vapor Blue versions have arrived (minus the frame) and I will try to post a pic or two of them on the Cruiser Revolution Facebook page if I can get a hold of them.

Sunday Front Brake Fork update

Don’t shoot the messenger…production delays on the front brake forks caused them not to be part of this shipment.

Believe me, I think they (Sunday) are just as anxious as everyone here to try to get an exact date for when these will arrive.





Hellcat loose in Las Vegas

4 02 2011

Thousands of tourists flock to Las Vegas every day in search of  fun and good times.

What many of them miss seeing, however, is the cool bike-friendly terrain ready to be sessioned just beyond the bright lights of the strip.

From skateparks, to dirt, to just cruising the strip…Vegas has something for any rider.

Vegas local, Mike Leonard is making the most of what Vegas has to offer on his Free Agent Hellcat 24.

Because sometimes you just have to be a local to know where the real fun is.

Mike Leonard rolls the dice on a rail hop in Vegas





Friday free for all

28 01 2011

Over the last couple of days, there was a pretty much something for everyone in the world of 24″ BMX.

It didn’t really matter what you were into.

If you’re looking for the perfect wave

Sunday announced that the widely anticipated Wave-C frame would be available in the second week of February. If you’ve already checked out the sneak peek, you know this frame is the real deal.

Jim C inverted table aboard the Wave-C (Jake Seeley photo)

If you’re into S&M

Jon Faure posted his build of Prototype #2 of the S&M 24″ Dirt Bike on plussizebmx.com.

S&M 24" Dirt Bike Prototype #2

If you’re into getting a leg up on the competition

SE Bikes posted this pic demonstrating the effect of the SoCal Flyer on leg power.

SE SoCal Flyer has got legs





More inside dirt on the 24″ S&M Dirt Bike

25 01 2011

Jon Faure’s been busy testing the 24″ S&M Dirt Bike prototype out on the trails and, more recently, in Las Vegas at their bike-friendly parks.

Jon Faure sampling all types of terrain on the 24" Dirt Bike

Jon seems to be loving the bike and his comfort level with the bike really shows (just check the picture above for evidence).

He’s also just put up a post on plussizebmx.com with some updates on how the testing is going.

It looks like:

  • some tweaks are being made to the existing prototype (proto #2 is on the way),
  • new bars to go with the frame are being developed
  • Updated 24″ Pitchforks might be in the works.

Have to say, this looks very promising!

The right stickers make all the difference...

The dirt so far:

24″ Dirt Bike testing goes flat out

24″ Dirt Bike action shots

The dirt on the new 24″ S&M Dirt Bike

S&M Dirt Bike grows up





All in the family: the Shipp stable of bikes

13 01 2011

After checking out Cruiser Revolution for a while, Andy Shipp made the decision a few months ago to get his first cruiser. He went with a 2011 Mirraco 20forty.  Full chromoly construction was a big selling point and it was well spec’d for the price.

His wife ended up liking his new 24 so much, she bought a DK Cygnus cruiser for herself!  (Andy and his wife have two young sons…wonder if they’re going to be able to keep up to Mom and Dad?)

However, after riding the Mirraco for a short while, Andy decided that he needed to make a change.

He realized he would be happier on a frame with new school geometry, one  that was more suited to his style of riding.

The Sunday Model C fit the bill perfectly.

He tracked down a new Model-C frame for a great price and did a frame swap. (Perhaps inspired by the DIY complete post?)

Andy says his new 21.75″ Sunday feels much more like what he remembers from his 20″ days, only smoother and more comfortable.

Andy's bike before the frame swap

And his Sunday turned out really nice!  The red components really pop next to the silver frame.

Here’s what it looks like now.

Andy and his 24

Check out the Shipp’s his and hers stable bikes. Riding in style!

The Shipp stable of bikes

Both Andy and his wife’s rides are sporting Cruiser Revolution stickers, and they have turned on a few other folks to cruisers and Cruiser Revolution (thanks guys!).

Andy seems pretty stoked that he’s taken the plunge into the world of cruisers…and that enthusiasm has clearly spread to the rest of the family. I just heard that they added a new bike to the collection,  A DK Kvant for their oldest son.





The Devil 24 inside Free Agent’s lineup

11 01 2011

Often overlooked when talk turns to freestyle 24s, is the Free Agent Devil 24.

Surprising, since it features a full chromoly frame, fork, and 3-piece cranks, along with micro-drive and double-wall rims.

Geometry-wise, it sports a 74 degree head angle, 21.5″ TT and 15.9″ chain stay length (no indication if the CS length is middle of the dropout or slammed). Bottom bracket is at more “traditional” height, compared to most freestyle 24s today, at 12″.

All in all, a pretty sweet deal for a bike that retails in the $400-500 (U.S.) price range.

The “Gun metal blue” frame and fork is pretty easy on the eyes too.