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How BMX Handlebar Tubing Is Cut

February 17, 2016

A video posted by Chris Moeller (@moeller_chris) on Feb 15, 2016 at 2:43pm PST

Chris Moeller continuing his production footage from inside the S&M Bikes warehouse in California. Although this might not seem like the most exciting process, it’s definitely interesting to see the machine they use to repetitively cut the tubing for the handlebars they make. This machine is cutting tubing for the Charlie Crumlish bars specifically. After this, it’s sent to the tube bender to get the right shape, welded up then passed along to the paint crew. Another fun fact? The last 20″ of the stock they use is too short, so they have to let that go. Any guesses where that tubing goes? Most likely recycled, but you never know, right? Follow Chris on Instagram: @moeller_chris.

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Product: S&M Bikes – Credence XL Bars

February 3, 2016

The Clint Reynolds signature Credence Bars from S&M Bikes have received a lift. The new Credence XL Bars are made right here in the U.S.A from 4130 chromoly with a 9.25″ rise, 30″ width, 11-degrees of backsweep and 3-degrees of upsweep. These bars have dual large radius bends to keep them strong and resist bending. The Credence XL bars come in black, chrome and dark roast to match the new Dark Roast C.C.R frame and can be picked up through BMX shops or mail-orders that carry S&M worldwide for $59.99.

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How A BMX Stem Is CNC Machined

January 17, 2016

A video posted by Chris Moeller (@moeller_chris) on Jan 15, 2016 at 8:29am PST

Chris Moeller has been killing it with the behind the scenes production clips the past few days. So far we got a look at how knurling is added to handlebars, then we got a look at how they bend the tubing for a BMX fork and now today we get a look at how S&M Bikes CNC machine a BMX stem. It turns out this is a little sneak preview of a new updated topload stem they’re working on, that we would imagine will be out soon. Based on the clip, our guess is that it’s the Enduro or Credence stem, but we could be wrong!

“Sneak peek of a new and improved top load stem. We’re doing a 40mm, 49mm and 52mm version. Take a wild guess what it is.”

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How a BMX Fork Leg Is Made

January 14, 2016

A video posted by Chris Moeller (@moeller_chris) on Jan 14, 2016 at 2:43pm PST

It would appear that Chris Moeller caught everyones requests to see more of how BMX products are made. The other day he posted up a clip of how knurling is added to handlebars, now today we get a look at how they bend the tubing for an S&M Bikes or Fit Bike Co. fork. It seems pretty simple, but it’s still pretty interesting to see since we don’t always get to see the production side of BMX. We want MORE!!!

“Forkin’ A! @sandmbmx and @fitbikeco legs are made one at a time. This one by @jasonball75” – Chris Moeller

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How Knurling On Bars Is Done

January 13, 2016

A video posted by Chris Moeller (@moeller_chris) on Jan 12, 2016 at 1:02pm PST

Have you ever wondered how knurling on the bars or really any other part on your bike that might utilize this technique to keep your shit from slipping? Well, Chris Moeller posted this quick video clip of them getting the process done on a set of S&M Bikes or Fit Bike Co. bars in their warehouse in California. If you’re a product nerd like us, this stuff is awesome to see.

“Totally knurly bro! One of the most difficult parts of making the best handlebars in BMX! So many little tricks in equipment, tools, cutting fluid and materials to get this seemingly simple diamond knurl right. We’ve been at it non-stop since 1999 and I think it shows.” – Chris Moeller

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Product: S&M Bikes – Dark Roast C.C.R Frame

January 8, 2016

S&M Bikes have released a new colorway of the Clint Reynolds signature C.C.R frame for you to get your hands on. The Dark Roast C.C.R frame is made right here in the U.S.A from 4130 chromoly tubing with a 74.25″ head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.61″ bottom bracket height, 9″ stand over height and a 13.9″ chainstay length. The frame features an engraved Shovel slogo on the integrated head tube, a gusset on the down tube, a Mid bottom bracket, welded cable guides with an internal seat tube guide and welded on chainstay brake mounts, an integrated seat post clamp and smaller 3/8″ drop outs.

The C.C.R frame is available in 21″, 21.25″ and 21.5″ top tube lengths, colors of Dark Roast, chrome and flat clear coat raw, a weight of 4.45 lbs and a price tag of $369.99. This frame also comes with Shield stickers and a Credence stencil for you to customize to your liking.

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S&M Bikes – Slide Pipe Promo

January 4, 2016

The Slide Pipe portable rail from S&M Bikes is out now! Check out this promo featuring some of their crew putting in work on one of the rail. Looks like Subrosa have some competition… Get more info on the Slide Pipe right here!

“Craig Passero, Charlie Crumlish, Hobie Doan, Dan Norvell, Trevor Sigloch, Andrew Schubert and Keith Hartwell mobbed around with a Slidepipe in the rig for a week, set it up in a variety of ways and filmed a bunch of fire!

Filmed/Edited by Charlie Crumlish”

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Product: S&M Bikes – Lemon Zest ATF Frame

December 31, 2015

S&M Bikes have released a fresh new color for their popular ATF frame for you to get your hands on — Lemon Zest Yellow. This frame is made from butted True Temper SuperTherm tubing with a 75-degree head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.7″ bottom bracket height, 8.5″ stand over height and a 13.4″ – 13.875″ chain stay length. You can find gussets on the top and down tube with an embossed S&M Shield logo, a MID bottom bracket with the EZ-out punch slots, an integrated seat post clamp, wide rear triangle for 2.40″ tire clearance, removable brake mounts and 4Q-baked 14mm drop outs.

The ATF frame comes in top tube lengths of 20″, 20.5″, 20.75″, 21″, 21.25″, 21.5″ and 22″ with color options of Lemon Zest yellow, matte black, clear coat raw, translucent green and translucent red with a weight of 4.65 lbs. It is currently available through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry S&M Bikes for around $354.99!

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