Keeping the party going… I rolled on over to the Stolen booth to see what was new with David Wootten and to check out what they had on display. They’ve got a few fresh items for you to check out, so let’s get into this!
Dan’s Comp – Stolen Instant Win Contest
Hurry up on this one. Dan’s Comp have teamed up with Stolen to give away 5 pairs of Silencer pegs! Check out how to get entered to win below. There’s only a few hours left so get on this!
“Here’s another awesome instant contest from Dan’s Comp, this time with a twist. We are giving away five sets of two (each winner will get two pegs) Stolen Silencer pegs. Silencers are Sean Moor’s signature pegs and feature an aluminum core and Stolen’s own Thermalite sleeve for effortless grinds on all kinds of surfaces. Silencers are a little longer than standard pegs at 4.4 too, to prevent you from slipping off those ledges. The winners will get to pick the color and axle sizes they want as well!
Here’s all you have to do to win:
First, you have to like Dan’s Comp on Facebook (if you don’t already). Next, email us at contests@danscomp.com with this simple information:
Put “Silence of the Ledge” in the subject line.
Include your name, street address, city, state and zip code
And don’t forget to include the color and sizes (14MM or 3/8s or one of each) of the pegs you want.
US only, sorry. Limit five entries per person. Winners will be randomly selected and announced tomorrow.
This contest brought to you by Stolen and Dan’s Comp. ”
Phil Aller off Stolen Bikes
After 3 years with Stolen Bikes, Phil Aller has decided to step away from the team. Check out a few words about the news below.
“Phil Aller has decided to part ways with STLN and sent over this bit in his own words. The split is on good terms and we hope him all the best.” – Stolen
“I have ridden for Stolen Bike Co for three years, I’ve been on some awesome trips with the team around the US, UK, The Channel Islands and Tenerife. I’ve made some awesome friends through riding for Stolen. Over the past couple of month’s I’ve found myself disagreeing with a few matters and drifting away from the brand. Now is the time to walk away and see what’s round the corner.
Huge thanks to Leroy for putting me on the team, Anthony Revell Bertie Buck for drinking all the beers, Dave Wootten, Paul Alfaro, Sam Buros for being a dude and the UK and US team riders for being awesome.” – Phil Aller
Product: Stolen – Silencer Pegs
Make your way on over to the Stolen Bikes website to get the full scoop on Sean Morr’s new signature Silencer pegs that are out now. These pegs definitely had some thought put into them and I think they look like a real good option for the plastic peg riders out there. Check it.
Print Ad: Stolen – Morgan Long
Product: Stolen – Revolver Wheel and Tire Combo
I kind of always wondered if brands would ever do this. Stolen now offer a complete wheel kit. You can pick up the Revolver front wheel or rear cassette with the rim strip, tube and tire already mounted for you. All you have to do is pull it out of the box, pump it up and toss it on your bike and you’re good to go. Hit up your local shop to get these ordered up.
Stolen – Nico Cambon Leftovers
Stolen‘s French connect, Nico Cambon, was sitting on a bunch of clips that weren’t being put to use. So they decided to toss together this edit of him throwing down some dialed riding at a couple different parks for you! Check it!
Through The Lens: Shooting an Ad
If you are anything like I was growing up as an aspiring photographer, then you might be curious as to how the ads come about in all of the magazines. Sure, it’s obvious that someone shoots a photo and then it shows up in the mags but there is clearly a lot more to it then that. How does the photographer get picked? How much does the photographer get paid? Does the rider get paid? How does a company decide on which team rider gets the ad? Which magazine will it go in? If I remember correctly I got lucky and the first legit ad that I got in a magazine was an old Haro ad of a rider from Ohio by the name of Dustin Bauer. I used to live/ride with him in Upstate New York and he ended up getting on Haro during that time. One thing led to another and the next thing I know I had a two-page spread ad for Haro in Ride and I honestly couldn’t have been more stoked about it. Fast-forward to now and the newest ad that I shot happened to be for Stolen and features the rail wizard Chris Brown. Anyone that knows Chris knows that he has a true do-or-die mentality and will double tire, feeble and manual round rails all day. Read on to find out how the ad came about from start to finish and learn what happens when you push your luck.
