Tour De Tryptophan, aka: 24 Hours of Fullerton
For the last 7 years there’s been an underground event that occurs at the world famous Fullerton Loop. Though this event is more of a fund-raiser for various organizations, there’s still a desire for participants to ride as many laps as they…
Why I hate the word EXTREME
Over the Thanksgiving weekend, I saw something that triggered some angst within me. It was a basically this logo… Not sure why but I HATE that word. Especially when its spelled incorrectly. For starters, XTREME or EXTREME is such a dated word. Do…
Ultimate SuperD machine
We built the “Ultimate AM Bicycle” back in July of 2007 with a KHS AM2000 frame, XT/XTR components, Spinner Cargo fork, Vuelta Wheels and IRD parts. This bike has served me well, it is tough as nails and a blast to ride. I’m planning to…
Alternative Braking System:Parachute
A few weeks ago I posted a video that I found showing some kids drag racing with their bikes from way back when. Watch the video and check out :40 seconds…the dude with the long hair had a drag chute on his bike! I thought to myself, that having a…
The Man in the Rear – Tandem Mt. SAC Race report
Two weeks ago, RL and I raced at the Mt. SAC Fat Tire Classic on a tandem bike. What was interesting about this race is we were the only ones in our CAT with a tandem bike. Traditionally Mt SAC has had a class for tandems however since they are now…
Priscilla’s Birthday Bash and Granny Gear Race
Wednesday night we organized a night ride with some of our closest riding buddies @ the Fullerton Loop to celebrate Priscilla’s birthday. Cousin Joe, Brian Bolt,Arnie Alvarado and Cameron Mac Daddy (neon jacket). Jodi, Kim and Priscilla. Check out…
So you want to build your own “bike shop” in the garage?
I’m not necessarily speaking in terms of selling bicycles out of your garage, but a place where you can wrench on your own bike and perhaps a few of your friend’s bikes. For those that have been to my tornado torn garage, they’ll know…
Hydrathon Review
Editorial-RL Policar: We had requested the help of Mark “The Polish Hammer” Tomas to test out the Hydrathon for us. Read his review below. The Hydrathon is a hydration pack made out of High-Density Nylon, that sports Two, 1-liter bladders,…
Triple Crown – Mt Sac Fat Tire Classic by Mark “The Hammer” Tomas
Editorial-RL Policar. Before you read this race report from The Hammer. Let me give you a brief summary of what happened to the Hammer just days prior to the race. One morning, he went to go get their new born, Lil’ Hammer, and as he bent down over…
How to convert a $250 Used Tandem into an XC Racing Machine
As you may already know, Joe Solancho and I raced on a tandem last week. Not sure if you knew the story, but I found the Diamondback Wildwood Tandem on Craigslist from a guy who bought it new in 2002, but had only used it about a dozen times. One of my…