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Fit Bike Co. – F-Log: New York with Austin Augie and Van Homan

May 4, 2017

The latest F-Log from Fit Bike Co. has arrived and it features Van Homan, Austin Augie, along with a few other familiar faces like Alex Donnachie and Liam Zingbergs who were in New York City as well. Take a look at what the guys got into while cruising through the city.

“After a week in New York with Augie our schedule finally aligned with Van Homan’s, who drove up from Philly to ride around with us. Austin conquers a banger for an upcoming Fit edit while Van and the homies supply the support.

Featuring:
Van Homan – @vandeverhoman
Austin Augie – @austinaugie
Liam Zingbergs – @leezy_zingbergs
Alex Donnachie – @alex_donnachie
Greg Moliterno – @gregorymoliterno”

The Rise Of 22″ Bikes

April 18, 2017

There’s a been an increasing number of 22″ Bikes popping up…

Faction Amero 22″ BMX Bike

A few years ago when we personally first started hearing about 22″ Bikes we didn’t quite know what to think or if it would ever actually take off. The guys at Faction BMX were the first to start trying out this unique size that fit right between 20″ and 24″ bikes way back in 2002. It was a very small niche in the BMX industry that was geared toward riders that wanted something a little bigger than a traditional BMX bike, but didn’t want to go for an all out cruiser bike. It wasn’t a huge change, just slightly bigger wheels, fork and frames, really. This story of the rise of 22″ bikes originally started 15 years ago.

If you didn’t already know, there tends to be a bit of resistance to “new” things in BMX. Just like the first set of 8″, 9″ and 10″ rise BMX bars, there were a lot of people that were pretty hard stance. Either you like it and you are down to try it out, or you have zero interest at all and don’t see the point. Why change things if it already works the way it is, right? I still have friends that absolutely refuse to get bigger bars and I cannot for the life of me understand why they’re so against it. But, that’s why frames and parts come in so many different sizes; everyone has their own preference for a size that feels right.

In reality, that’s probably one of the hardest parts about innovation in BMX. You could have an amazing idea that works, but unless you convince enough people to try it, understand it and see the benefits, it will likely fail. I mean, how many times have we seen bash guards on the bottom bracket try and fail? The idea is great and it does work, but not enough people are into it to really see it become a “normal” part of BMX bikes. So, the idea goes back on the shelf and collects dust until somebody else decides to take a crack at it. Another example would be when Odyssey released their Twisted PC pedals. They were available for a few years before they actually started selling a notable amount of these plastic pedals compared to their metal options. Now the Twisted PC pedals are undoubtedly one of Odyssey’s most popular products and plastic pedals are more commonly found on a BMX bike than metal, but there was definitely a period of time where there was a weird rivalry between the two. The same could be said with plastic pegs… That was a weird time, too. Now it’s just a regular option for riders.

A prototype build and the S&M 22″ Holmes kit from 2012

Just like the Twisted PC pedals, the 22″ Bike wasn’t exactly something that gained traction over night. After the Faction guys started working on 22″ designs and ultimately went on to release a frame, fork, tires and rims, it was close to 10 years before S&M Bikes decided to see what all the hype was about. In 2012 S&M designed a frame and fork to test out, which lead to the 22″ Holmes Kit that offered rims and tires being made under their sub-brand Revenge. The options for 22″ frames, forks, rims and tires have have remained a part of their line up ever since. Even after S&M and Revenge also threw their hat in the 22″ ring back in 2012, we didn’t see a big surge in the 22″ BMX bike category. I will admit having a notable brand like S&M getting into it did probably help make it a little more appealing and a little more known. But it still wasn’t something that really got much attention.

Even though S&M and Faction were offering kits to build your own 22″ bike, it didn’t seem like we were seeing a ton of riders rushing to pick up a kit to try out the larger size. A kit from Faction goes for around $750 and a frame from S&M is in the $349.99 – $419.99 range, so it’s hard to spend that kind of money just to see if you’re into the bigger size.

UPDATE: Apparently we have been out of the loop! There’s another company based out of Austin, Texas called Indust that have been making 22″ frames, parts and some custom build bikes since around 2011 that we had never heard about until now. Shout out to Max Krauss for tipping us off. Crazy how we missed that! Technically these guys were doing 22″ before S&M.

2017 S&M 22″ ATF Frame

After another few years had passed with a few 22″ options but nothing really new being added, we saw something starting to happen in 2016. We started seeing some serious interest being put into these bigger bikes. The guys at FBM started offering a 22″ Steadfast Frame to give riders another option that could also be customized to your preference. Shortly after that it was announced that United Bike Co. were releasing the first 22″ complete, the 2017 KF22 Complete Bike and Fit Bike Co. were working on the Brian Foster signature 22″ complete. Some of you might be able to connect the dots with S&M, Fit, Revenge and United since all four are pretty closely related. S&M, Fit and Revenge are owned by Chris Moeller and The Building Distribution, which also distributes United Bike Co. in the United States. So now, we now have Faction, S&M, Revenge, Indust, Fit Bike Co., FBM and United offering 22″ products. Still, a fairly small circle of brands when looking at the overall number of brands in BMX.

Sneak peek QBMX posted of a 22″ tire that Wethepeople are working on…

Things have started happening and it would appear that the wheels on the 22″ bikes are really starting to turn (pun intended) and the guys at Faction weren’t so crazy after all. If you have picked up a 22″ bike or you have been interested, it looks like 2017 might just be the year to jump on the train, because your options are about to grow. In the past few months we have seen or heard of a few other brands that are joining this “revolution” of sorts. We have spotted a prototype 22″ tire from Wethepeople, which leads us to believe they will be offering a complete bike or aftermarket frame and parts for 22″ bikes. We haven’t heard exact details yet, but we could see Wethepeople or their sub-brand Salt Plus having 22″ parts options. The guys at Deluxe BMX are working on 22″ frames now that they’re building frames in-house in Pennsylvania, so there’s another American made option.

Update: After we posted this Wethepeople confirmed that they will have a mid-range complete 22″ bike, along with aftermarket frame, fork, rims, tires and complete wheel sets coming soon. Wethepeople will be offering a frame and fork kit as well. Also, Salt will also be offering 22″ wheelsets at a more affordable price point.

FBM’s 22″ Steadfast frame”

2017 Brian Foster Signature 22″ Complete Bike

United’s KF22 Complete Bike

Pair of 22s got together this week! @michaelpotoczny battleship grey and @urrydayimshovelin custom. #whitegirlcoffee #cantlooseon22s #deluxebmx
A post shared by Deluxe BMX (@deluxebmx) on Apr 7, 2017 at 12:01pm PDT

We also have 100% confirmation from Stolen Bikes that they are going to be offering a full line up of parts between Stolen and Fiction. Both brands will be offering a Stolen “Spade Pro” 22″ Frame, along with a Spade Complete Bike and the Fiction Troop Tire will come in a 22 x 2.30″ size. Those will all be dropping in June. Stolen also have 22″ wheelsets and rims that are already shipping to distributors worldwide as we write this. You can expect to see those popping up soon.

Stolen Rampage 22″ Wheels

Let’s go over this one more time. Faction, S&M Bikes, Fit Bike Co., Revenge, United Bike Co., Indust, FBM, Deluxe, Wethepeople, Stolen and Fiction are all either offering or will be offering 22″ bikes, frames or parts. That’s just what we’re aware of. If there’s one thing we know, it’s once something starts getting popular, it won’t take look for the rest of the industry to get in on the mix. That’s not a bad thing, though. It doesn’t hurt to have options, right? Competition leads to innovation and had S&M not decided to give Faction a little competition back in 2012, we might not be seeing the growth we are seeing in 2017 for 22″ bikes. We would imagine that list will grow in the coming year.

Update: Thanks to the guys at 22-Inch BMX, we were filled in on a few other options for 22″ bikes that we were unaware one. DK Bicycles have their 22″ Vega complete and Canadian brand Encore Bikes have their 22″ Anthem complete as well. Two bikes we were unaware of. Also, Laird Frames, Dave Harrison, Standard Bykes and Stout Bikes all offer 22″ custom frames. It turns out that there is A LOT more 22″ bikes popping up than we actually thought. We have also been tipped off that it sounds like Subrosa will be offering a 22″ complete bike in their 2018 range of bikes later this year. That means there are at least 17 potential options for 22″ bikes, frames or parts in 2017? Talk about an explosion of these bikes becoming available. Once again, big thanks to 22-Inch BMX for the heads up!

It’s kind of crazy to think that it took 15 years before these bikes really became a force in BMX. We give Faction big props for sticking it out and proving to all of us that there is a place for the 22″ bikes in this sport.

What do you think? Have you tried out a 22″ bike? How do you like it? Haven’t tried one? What do you think about this? Could you see yourself trying one? Let us know in the comments below!

Fit Bike Co. – “Savages” Behind the Scenes

April 10, 2017

Last week we got a look at the Savages video from Fit Bike Co. that featured Matt Nordstrom, Ethan Corriere and Justin Spriet putting their signature Savage frames to good use. Today, we get a look at just about 10 minutes of raw clips from 2nd angles to scraps that didn’t make the cut, crashes, random non-riding clips and more. This is pretty interesting to watch since these guys put a lot of time into stacking clips for the video!

After you watch this video…

Watch the full Savages video.

Learn more about the Savage frame

“Just under ten minutes of outtakes, bloopers and laughs from the process of making ” S A V A G E S ”

Featuring Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet, Ethan Corriere, Tony Malouf, Chris Eiland, Austin Augie and Morgan Long.”

Fit Bike Co. – “Savages” featuring Corriere, Nordstrom & Spriet

April 6, 2017

Fit Bike Co. dropped this brand new promo video for the new 2017 Savage frame that is available in Ethan Corriere, Matt Nordstrom and Justin Spriet signature colorways. Hit play to watch all three of these guys go to work on the frame, then get full specs and details on the frame right here! This video is packed with some amazing riding, excellent spots and clean film work. Damn good watch from start to finish!

The Savage frame is available for $354.99 on the Fit Bike Co. website or through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Fit Bike Co. worldwide now.

“Armed with their new signature SAVAGE frame colorways, Matt, Justin and Ethan head into battle and emerge victorious. Weapon-etched headtubes, colors that slay and a frame that’s a proven warrior — the dudes, and their new frames, kill it in this one.

Learn more: fitbikeco.com/shop/frames/savage-frame

Riders: Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet and Ethan Corriere
Filmed and Edited by: Tony Malouf
Music: Acid Ghost – Going Home (Again)”

*Note: This post contains affiliate links. We could receive a commission if you were to purchase this product. However, we wouldn’t tell you about something unless we were truly stoked on it and would ride it ourselves!*

Fit Bike Co. – “Savages” Teaser

March 31, 2017

Fit Bike Co. dropped this short but sweet teaser to let you know that next week we’ll be seeing a video featuring Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet and Ethan Corriere putting in work on their new Signature Savage Frames that are out now! Hit play to see what’s coming, then get the full specs and details on the frames right here or over on the Fit Bike Co. website!

“Trailer for an upcoming promo video dropping next week featuring Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet and Ethan Corriere. All on their new signature Savage color ways which are already available at Fitbikeco.com and your favorite Fit dealer.

Video out 4 – 6 – 17”

Insight: Fit Bike Co. – 2017 Savage Frame Colorways

March 29, 2017

Let’s take a look at the new Matt Nordstrom, Ethan Corriere and Justin Spriet Signature Savage frames from Fit Bike Co.!

It’s kind of crazy looking back over the past few years and seeing long time Pros fading out or retiring and a newer generation start taking shape with some brands seeing a number of new faces. Fit Bike Co. are one of those brands that have embraced the new generation of riders and there is no denying that three riders in particular have stood out. Those three guys would be Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet and Ethan Corriere. After putting in the work and kicking ass for a while now, Fit decided it was time to give these guys the chance to do their own signature colorway and graphics for their ever popular Savage frame. We have been getting a few sneak preview looks at the frames over the course of the past few weeks, but now that they are available, we figured it would be a good idea to get a closer look! Let’s get into this.

For their signature frame, the guys decided instead of doing different geometry for each frame, that they were all really stoked on the original geometry that the Savage frame had to offer. All three frames have the same geometry, but feature unique graphics (all done by Eben Fischer), their own colorway and custom engraved head tube graphics. You can take a closer look below, but let’s talk geometry and features first.

The Savage frame from Fit Bike Co. is made right here in the United States from full 4130 chromoly tubing and features geometry that are ideal for street riding.

Head Tube Angle: 75.5°
Seat Tube Angle: 71°
Bottom Bracket Height: 11.8″
Standover Height: 9.1″
Chainstay Length: 13.275″ – 13.625″

Top Tube Lengths: 20.75″ and 21″

The frame is loaded with features that give it plenty of strength (It damn better with a name like “Savage”, right?) to hold up to whatever you can throw at it. You can find an Integrated head tube with engraved custom logos, top and down tube gussets with the F-IT logo, a butted top tube and seat tube, straight gauge down tube, a Mid bottom bracket with the EZ-Out punch slots for bearing removal, an integrated seat post clamp, Straight gauge and ultra-tapered seat stays, straight gauge S-Bend tapered chain stays and 4Q Baked 1/2″ thick dropouts with integrated chain tensioners.

The Savage frame comes with removable brake mounts that have a 5-degree angle on the guides and mounts for better braking and the rear end has plenty of room for 2.40″ tires, even when the wheel is slammed in the dropouts.

You can pick this frame up in Translucent Purple (Matt Nordstrom), Translucent Red (Ethan Corriere) and Translucent Smoke Grey (Justin Spriet) with top tube lengths of 20.75″ and 21″ and a weigh in at 5.02 lbs. (20.75″) and 5.08 lbs. (21″) for $354.99 through Fit Bike Co. dealers worldwide now or on the Fit Bike Co. website.

Matt Nordstrom Signature Savage Frame – Translucent Purple

Matt Nordstrom’s signature Savage frame comes in translucent purple with Viking inspired graphics like the badass axe with the Fit Key Logo on it.

Graphics by Eben Fischer.

Integrated chain tensioners on the heat-treated dropouts.

The Axe pattern is engraved into the head tube of the frame as a custom feature specific to Matt’s frame.

Learn more about Matt’s Savage frame on the Fit Bike Co. website

Ethan Corriere Signature Savage Frame – Translucent Red

Ethan Corriere went with a translucent red colorway and apparently has been juicing a bit based off his cartoon version of himself on the seat tube. Ethan went with a sword as his signature design that can be found on the down tube and head tube engraving.

A little bit of juice to beef up Ethan in the drawing. Imagine if he was actually that muscular? That would be funny to see him do those pick up barspins.

The sword logo found on the head tube of the frame.

Learn more about Ethan’s signature Savage frame on the Fit bike Co. website.

Justin Spriet Signature Savage Frame – Translucent Smoke Grey

For Justin Spriet’s signature Savage frame, he went with a translucent smoke grey colorway that turned out really good. For Justin’s artwork, he took on an arrow theme that can be found throughout the graphics.

All graphics by Eben Fisher. How good is that mustache on Justin’s cartoon character? Definitely perfect representation in the artwork.

The arrow can be found on the head tube.

Learn more about Justin’s signature Savage frame on the Fit Bike Co. website!

Like we mentioned above, all three of the Savage frames are available now through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Fit Bike Co. worldwide for $354.99! If you don’t have a local shop or don’t want to wait for it to be in stock, you can order it direct from the Fit Bike Co. website as well.

That about wraps it up! We’re stoked on the way these frames turned out. The colors look great and the artwork is dialed. We already know the Savage frame is built to take a beating, so that’s a perk, too! Have any questions? Let us know in the comments below!

“ Armed with their new signature SAVAGE frame colorways, Matt, Justin and Ethan head into battle and emerge victorious. Weapon-etched headtubes, colors that slay and a frame that’s a proven warrior — the dudes, and their new frames, kill it in this one.

Riders: Matt Nordstrom, Justin Spriet and Ethan Corriere
Filmed and Edited by: Tony Malouf
Music: Acid Ghost – Going Home (Again)”

**Note: This post contains affiliate links. We could receive a commission if you were to purchase this product. However, we wouldn’t tell you about something unless we were truly stoked on it and would ride it ourselves!**

Fit Bike Co. – F-Log: Savage Rebuild

March 27, 2017

The latest F-Log from Fit Bike Co. has arrived. This time around we get a look at Ethan Corriere and Matt Nordstrom struggling to build up their new signature Savage frames followed up by a little flat ground session out behind the warehouse. This might make those of you who are good at building up a bike squirm a bit. If you can make it past that, there’s a bunch of real solid riding clips to take in!

“As most of you have already noticed Matt, Ethan and Justin have fresh colors beneath them. Like Matt mentioned in his “Fit Caught Up” all three of them have signature color ways in the works and today you get to see Matt and Ethan’s first reaction along with some humorous antics during the build up. Keep an eye out for the official release including an edit featuring the three of them very soon!

Featuring:
Matt Nordstrom – @matt_nordstrom
Ethan Corriere – @ethancorriere
Dylan Ambrose – @dylvision
Morgan Long – @yomorganlong
Tony Malouf – @tonymalouf“

Fit Bike Co. – Eddie Cleveland Grip Re-Issue

March 22, 2017

Either Fit Bike Co. stumbled across a box of old Eddie Cleveland grips that got tucked away, or they felt a little nostalgic and decided to bringing back a classic. Either way, Fit have a limited edition re-issue of Eddie Cleveland’s signature Eddie grip available now. These grips are made right here in the U.S.A by ODI with a super soft rubber compound. The grips are 135mm long and have a thinner 28mm diameter that we don’t see on too many BMX grips these days. The grips feature a knurling style grip pattern with the Fit Key Logo and come with nylon plug style bar ends.

The Eddie grips are available in black only for $9.99 each. You will want to hit up the Fit Bike Co. webstore to pick up a pair before they’re gone. Since Fit decided to do a re-issue, we’ve re-upped a few videos to remind you how much ass Eddie used to kick on a bike.