Jeff K stylishly nose bonks a ledge tucked up in an Orlando neighborhood to promote Profile’s latest cranks. Check them out here.
Insight: Shadow Conspiracy – Slide Or Die Pegs
Over the course of the past few years, we’ve seen a large amount of plastic and nylon start appearing on BMX bikes from pedals to hub guards, bar ends, seat posts and pegs. These options have helped keep the weight of bikes down, private property from being destroyed, skaters from complaining (… sort of) and in some cases, keep you from more pain that you would have suffered from some metal pedals blasting you in the shin.
It seems like plastic pegs have been one of those pieces that everyone has been putting a ton of focus into the past two years and there have definitely been a lot of advancements and really good options made available to help you get your grind on. One of the newer options coming along in October is Scott Ditchburn’s signature Slide or Die pegs from The Shadow Conspiracy, the second plastic peg option from the brand since their original Slicker sleeves.
With the completion of the peg wrapping up and the first batch about to be dropped on the BMX world, we figured it would be an awesome time to catch up with them to find out just what makes these pegs unique from what’s already on the table. Let’s take a closer look!
Deluxe – “Part Deux” Pinard
Oh hell yeah! It’s Tuesday! That means Deluxe have another section from their DVD “Part Deux” for you to enjoy! This section takes us to the Pinard Trails in France! Hit that play button for some dirt goodness.
“Stop two on the French Deluxe trip for PART DEUX was Pinard Trails. Not a regular hit on most trips, but this place is so dialled, the locals are rad, and the lines run fast.
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“
Sneak Peek: Cult – Stone Cold Bars
With Interbike less than a month away (Holy shit…), we’re going to start seeing more and more leaked new products popping up on The Merged. Above is a sneak peek of Trey Jones’ signature Stone Cold bars from Cult that Neal Wood posted up on Instagram. These bars feature a rise of 8.7″, 29.25″ width, 11-degrees of backsweep and 2-degrees of upsweep. The bars also feature a crossbar height of 6.4″ and a crossbar width of 10.9″. These bars will be available in black, white and chrome with a weight of 32.2 oz. I’m not sure if these bars are made in the U.S or overseas, but I’m assuming they are heat-treated since they come with a Lifetime Guarantee according to The Merged. Start saving up!
Deluxe at The Wheel Mill
If you have been following the Deluxe Instagram then you would know that some of the Deluxe team have been spending a little time getting some riding in out in Pennsylvania before the Welcome Jam this weekend at the Potoczny compound. The other night they hit up The Wheel Mill for a session. Check out this video to see what went down! I can’t get over how fun this place looks!
“Mark Potoczny, Ted Van Orman, and Mike Saavadra from the Deluxe BMX U.S. team came out for an evening session during Jaunt BMX Night.
“It was a good time.” – Ted Van Orman
Filmed: Geo Jenkins
Edited: Geo Jenkins“
Video Recap: 8/12 – 8/18
After a little hiatus, the Video Recap’s are back! This past week got crazy and we ended up with 21 videos that you don’t want to miss! Check out videos featuring the likes of David Grant, Reed Stark, Tony Malouf, Joey Motta, Rob DiQuattro, Jim Borio, Scott Ditchburn, Chester Blacksmith, Matt Nordstrom, Trey Jones, Stevie Churchill, Mick Bayzand, Andrew Gul, Chase DeHart, Chris Childs, Tony Neyer, Corey Martinez, Dylan McCauley, Justin Spriet, Broc Raiford and many, many, many more! Let’s get into this!
Shadow Conspiracy – Lahsaan Kobza’s Michigan B-Sides
Here’s a few clips of Lahsaan Kobza that didn’t make it into the Keep It Local Michigan Tour video that dropped the other day. These look damn good to me!
“Lahsaan Kobza killing it on the recent Shadow KIL Tour in Michigan. If you’re up in Calgary Canada be sure to head on out to see Lahsaan & the rest of the crew this coming week on the upcoming Ryder BMX/Shadow KIL Tour.“
Product: Shadow Conspiracy – Back To School Apparel Available Online
The Shadow Conspiracy now have their 2013 Back To School / Fall apparel available through their ONLINE STORE. Have a look through the flipbook above and then get to shopping!