Kink just dropped quite a surprise on us today: Ben Hittle and Kink decided together that he would be stepping down from the Pro team. Unlike most of the team decisions lately, it has nothing to do with budget cuts. Get the full story here.
Dan Coller on Kink Pro Team
There’s been a lot of bummer news about people and brands getting the cut starting in 2014, but there’s also been a few awesome announcements made. Kink announced that Dan Coller is getting bumped up from their flow team to the pro team for 2014! Expect to see plenty more of that dude soon!
Teaser for his welcome edit coming soon!
Product: Kink – CST Fork
Here’s a look at the new CST fork from Kink. This fork is made from 100% 4130 chromoly and features a full TruTherm heat-treatment. This 28mm offset fork starts out with a 165mm long one-piece steerer tube and has tapered fork legs with internal butting. You can find 6mm Investment cast dropouts that have a flush inner drop out and leg junction to give your hub guards more clearance and a 7075-T6 compression bolt with 6 and 8mm allen key hexes. The CST fork is available is black and chrome with a weight of 33.9 oz.
Kent Pearson Interview
I’m not really sure when the first time I saw a video featuring Kent Pearson. Needless to say that the guy has been killing it on a BMX bike long before I even started riding and continues to do so today like a champ. I’ve definitely been a fan of his riding for quite some time now thanks to his creative front brake riding that always leaves me stoked and wanting more, it’s easy to say he’s one guy I always look forward to seeing something new from.
Recently when his latest edit dropped, it got me thinking that it would be awesome to get ahold of this guy and find out just what he’s all about. One thing lead to another and we got in contact and I quickly learned he’s a whole lot more than just a guy who knows the ways of the front brake magic game. I shot him a bunch of questions to get to know him, and here we are today! If this doesn’t get you excited about front brakes or at the very least really stoked on Kent, something is wrong with you! Enjoy!
Name: Kent Pearson
Kink – Ben Basford Austin Edit
Ben Basford paid a visit to Austin and caught some sweet clips during his stay. That last clip is so perfect!
Aaron Smith Interview
Photo: Brian Castillo
Aaron is one of those east coast riders that has really kicked a lot of ass the past two years or so. There were always a few clips here and there, then once he started picking up a few sponsors that really gave him the opportunity to travel and ride more, his riding progressed an insane amount. These days, he’s been bouncing around all over and just killing it on everything he comes across. We figured it was well overdue that we caught up with Aaron to find out what’s new with him, what he has cooking in the near future and just to learn a little bit more about what he’s about! Let’s see what he had to say!
Name: Aaron Smith
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Kink – Black Friday Sale
Kink – Tech Talk: Senec Pedals
Kink just dropped their latest Tech Talk. This time around, Matt Antes sits down to talk about their new Senec pedals that feature an oversized spindle and bushings instead of bearings. Take a peek!
“Senec Pedals
Weight: 15.1oz (per pair)
Black
Oversized Forged and Machined Hollow Spindle
Unique Bearingless Design
No More Bent Spindles Or Blown Out Bearings
Installs With 6mm Allen Key Or 3/8′s Ratchet Drive
Bodies Made From a Unique Nylon and Fiberglass Blend
Universal and Replaceable and Pedal Bodies“