Caleb Quanbeck coming through with a new video Bike Check giving you a closer look at his current signature Quan setup from Stranger that is decked out with Stranger and Primo products. Caleb talks a little bit about the new 2.45″ Stranger Ballast tire and the Primo Plastic Tenderizer pedals that he’s currently testing out, along with the rest of the parts that are currently available! Looks like a solid BMX bike to us!
Stranger – Nate’s World #2
Stranger have released the latest episode of Nate Richter‘s new video series “Nate’s World” for your viewing pleasure. This time around, Nate meets up with Caleb Quanbeck and a few others at the Hawthorne Skatepark in California where all three guys cook up some real solid riding during a laid back session.
“In the second episode of Nate’s World Nate Richter links up with Caleb Quanbeck, Michael Harkous, and Abdullah Alkhalili for a quick session at the Hawthorne park before Nate headed to work.”
Lewis Morgan Video Bike Check
Stranger dropped this fresh video Bike Check with their connect Lewis Morgan and his current Stranger setup loaded up with Primo parts! Get a look at the bike, along with a couple riding clips mixed in for good measure. Looks like a dialed BMX bike to us!
Filmed and edited by Miles Rogoish
Miles Rogoish Has Quit Stranger and Retired
Today, Miles Rogoish has made a decision that we’re sure a number of you saw coming with all of the recent shake ups with Stranger coming. Miles has decided to quit the Stranger team and also just retire from professionally riding BMX. Miles has been a force in front and behind the lens for a number of years now, so it’s pretty wild to see this all going down. Below you can find his official words on the decision that he announced via Instagram.
“As of this moment I am retiring from riding BMX professionally on my own accord. A decade of amazing times and paid trips were nothing less than a blessing… One day I will drop in with my kids and tell them how much BMX made an impact on my life. BMX took me out of the neighborhood I was raised in, or at least long enough to hide before the street lights came on. Today I bow out gracefully and wish everyone still biting the nickel to stay positive. Hope to see you all on the other side of my life term and friendship. No hard feelings is why I have made this decision, so thanks again to everyone that had my back, you know exactly who you are ”
Another big piece to the Stranger “No Hype” team that brought the brand back to life has left. That only leaves Eric Lichtenberger and Caleb Quanbeck from the original squad. Is this the last rider we’ll see quit? It’s hard to say. But, we don’t recall seeing this big of a shake up from a brand in quite some time. We’ll keep you posted if we hear anything more.
Stranger – #Sneakatour Trip Video
The Stranger crew recently loaded up into an RV and spent some time hitting different skateparks and shops along the way. They loaded Adam LZ, Miles Rogoish Caleb Quanbeck Lewis Morgan, John Stafford, Michael Harkous and Abdullah Alkhalili up and ran into a ton of other riders along the way. Hit play to check out everything that went down in this BMX video.
Filmed and edited by: Miles Rogoish
Additional filming by: Nick Stanley
Stranger – Eric Lichtenberger Grip Promo
With all the news revolving around riders quitting the Stranger team lately, it’s good to see something positive for the brand. Check out Eric Lichtenberger taking his unique one of a kind style to some spots that you would have probably just rolled on by in Long Beach! Definitely nice seeing a video that isn’t just grind, grind, grind, freecoaster, barspin, grind, freecoaster, haha.
“Eric Lichtenberger owns the streets and alleyways of Long Beach, CA in promotion of his signature Stranger grips. I’ve once heard Eric say that LB has too many spots… and when you ride like Eric it’s easy to see why. EVERYTHING is a spot! Eric Lichtenberger is your favorite rider’s favorite pegless rider.
The Eric L. Grip features a thin almost mesh like pattern throughout the entire grip with small smooth flanges on each end. The extra long 165mm length makes them perfect for modern riding and the ultra soft compound makes them feel good right off the shelf.” – Ride BMX
Gabe Brooks Off Stranger
We’re not quite sure what’s going on over at Stranger that is causing all the team riders to quit lately, but Gabe Brooks has decided to step away from the team as well. So far we’ve seen Sean Ricany and Augie Simoncini, along with flow team riders Denim Cox, Johnny Raekes, and Alec Siemon all part ways in the past couple weeks. This is definitely pretty interesting and we’re curious to see if this is the last blow the team will take.
“Today I am saying that I am no longer Riding for Stranger. I am thanking Caleb Quanbeck and Rich Hirsch for the things they’ve done for me within the beautiful times while riding BMX with them. I’ll continue to support and ride with the rest of the BMX community, but I would like to explore my life, seeking other employments, while continuing to ride BMX like a civilized human being.”
More Ham AM BMX Jam 2015 Highlights
We got a look at some of the action that went down at Tip Plus‘s Ham-AM contest the other day in this video right here. Now, Stranger have released over 6 minutes of footage from the contest for you to enjoy! There’s a ton of damn good riding that went down, so hit play and take a look!
“Southern California’s best Am’s compete at our second annual Ham-Am BMX rail/ledge jam. We were fortunate enough to have a bunch of local Pro’s come out and keep everyone stoked as well. See you guys next year!
Filmed and edited by: Miles Rogoish
Thumbnail pic: John Hicks”
