What can be said about Dan Foley that hasn’t been said already? His style has been highly regarded for years now, and it’s already been covered that he knows what he’s doing behind the lens as well. His new #SummerSelfie edit is more of all of that goodness that you want. I don’t need to convince you to watch it, because you probably already are and quit reading this a sentence or two ago.
Through The Lens: Film Versus Digital
For this week I wanted to do a feature on the film vs. digital debate. The battle began back in 1994 when digital photography was introduced on a consumer level and has been a topic of discussion between photographers for years now. When I started out as a photographer the only thing that I shot was film. It’s been well over a decade and I still shoot film, but in a very personal way. I don’t typically shoot film for my regular workflow but I try to mix it up when I have the chance to, especially while I am traveling in a new place. It’s all a personal choice and you like what you like but it is nice to know that film is here to stay for the long haul. There are too many people that enjoy film photography too much to get rid of it. The die-hards will do whatever it takes to keep the medium alive and I want to help contribute to that movement. I decided to breakdown a few things and speak my mind for a bit on the topic so, enjoy. This is one of those columns topics that I can’t believe I haven’t written about yet after all of this time and what better time to start than now?
A Story About KHE Bikes
David Zu Elfe just sent through this excellent documentary he put together about KHE Bikes featuring the companies owner, Tomas Goring, talking about how it all started and looking at the innovative products they have released over the years from the first freecoaster wheels they ddi up through completes, tires, and the new Affix system. This is a great history lesson and well worth a watch.
“1988, we started KHEbikes as a small company to build parts the companies didn’t make, to improve our riding on our own.
2013, KHEbikes has led awesome revolutions, but we never lost the basic intention: Progression.
Starring Thomas Göring as narrator, we bring you into our world. The world of KHEbikes.”
Demolition – Shop Stop at East County BMX
Some of the Demolition team will be at East County BMX in San Diego on September 15th to hang out with everyone and ride! If you’re in the area, I definitely advise you make your way to this one!
Print Ad: Fit Bike Co. – Jared Swafford
Check out Fit Bike Co.‘s latest print ad featuring Jared Swafford and their 24mm Indent cranks! You can find this in the latest issue of Ride BMX.
Want to learn more about the cranks? Check out this INSIGHT we dropped last week!
Shadow – Carlos Vinuesa Welcome Edit
Carlos Vinuesa – Welcome to the Family from Shadow Conspiracy on Vimeo.
Carlos Vinuesa is now doing it for Shadow in Spain as part of their international flow team! It’s hard to believe that this kid has only been riding for three years, but that’s the word from Shadow. If he’s this good now, I’d imagine his future in BMX is pretty bright.
Quicky: Ryan Howard
All photos by Scott Marceau
Ryan is one of those guys that I’ve always been a fan of for years. From the first time I saw some of his riding thanks to Bikeguide to his incredible riding that he unleashes these days. It’s awesome seeing him get the attention he definitely deserves. I figured with how busy he has been lately between all of the different projects he is involved with these days, that it would be an awesome time to catch up and find out what’s new. Let’s take a peek at what he had to say!
Name: Ryan Howard
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Deluxe – “Part Deux” La Source
Awwww yeah! Tuesday again! That means we’ve got another section from the Deluxe “Part Deux” DVD for your viewing pleasure! This time around the crew made their way to La Source for a good time! Take a look!
“For the next stop on the Deluxe Team’s trip around France’s finest spots, we hit up Pompom’s local trails – La Source. The lines were running fast, the locals were dialled, and the spot lived up to its reputation – La Source is awesome.
For our second full-length film, we decided to mix things around from Welcome To Deluxe. This time out we ventured to some choice spots that our team riders created and nurture on a daily basis – from Southern California to Pennsylvania, from the Midlands of England to Southern France. We also took the team on tour to discover new spots, cook up some lines, throw some shovel-loads, and have a good time. Because that’s what we’re all about… enjoy.
FILMED, EDITED & PRODUCED BY PATRICK BEST“
