Monthly Archives: August 2009
King of the Hill
Our current leader in the Kidd’s Hill Challenge is Paul Ingram. To silence his critics he has set about documenting his achievement through the medium of video. See the man as he makes his way to the top in a … Continue reading
I love my bicycle: The Story of FBM
Pretty excited about this film, i have a feeling it may be shown at the Bike Film Fest in London at the end of September. I Love My Bicycle: The Story of FBM Bikes Trailer from BAD BREAKS on Vimeo.
Anima D’Acciaio (Soul of Steel)
A Portrait of the legendary Italian Frame Builder Giovanni Pelizzoli aka “Ciocc” . Ciocc shares his wisdom and life story while handbuilding a revolutionary new frame for urban fixed gear cycling. Ciocc demonstrates that the tradition and craft of framebuilding’s … Continue reading
Times Online: The New Commuter Trend
From the 15th of August Whether it’s a commuter’s foldaway or a hipster’s “fixie”, these days a bicycle is the must-have accessory of choice. Here, 11 pedal pushers show off their style statements on wheels http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/fashion/article6789970.ece
Kidd’s Hill Challenge
Have you tried the Kidd’s Hill Challenge yet? Do it early in the morning and you may be treated to a great view like this I saw from Gill’s Lap at the top. Click here for all the details of … Continue reading
‘Performance is the name of the game’
In other news.. David has ordered a new track frame for himself and Simon converted to fix wheel today.
Breaking Away 1979
Anybody else know of this film? Watched it for the first time the other day. Has some great scenes, possibly one of the better bicycle orientated movies out there. Has an excellent race scene towards the end, it might even … Continue reading
