New Big Ben 26" frames!

The first of the new generation of hardtail frames from Brooklyn are starting to make their way out into the world now. The "Big Ben" is our 26" wheel hardtail. It has a parallel 70 degree HT and ST angle, 22.375" TT, 15.75" CS, .75" BB drop, and is currently weighing in at 4lbs. 14oz. of made in Brooklyn niceness. The top and down tubes are True Temper Supertherm BMX tubing and the MSRP is $700. Here's a shot of Joe's bike built up and ready for summer. Look for Jim Davage and John Hewitt to be running these on the 4X and dirt jumping scene in the UK in the near future.


Also, check out a feature from last week that John from Prolly is not Probably did on our somewhat jumbled shop. Thanks a lot John.

V2. Clusterforks available now...

We now have the new version of the Clusterfork in stock and ready to ship. They're currently available in a semi-gloss black with more colors on the way.

Axle-to-crown = 410mm
Rake = 32mm
Weight = 1180 grams
MSRP = $150

The steerer tube is 275mm long and it features custom butted, drawn, and heat-treated tubing.
Clearance is shown with a 40c Michelin tire.

Opening Weekend.

Have Fun.

Follow Me!

FREE BEER.

Via NYCMTB.com
"That’s right MTB movie fans- 200 of you were there for our 2008 Seasons movie premiere from this same talented filmmaking crew. Now the veterans of the Collective are back with a new company (Anthill Films) and a new movie (Follow Me!) that promises to deliver the hottest mtb footage of 2010. And we’re doing another premiere, right here in NYC, on Saturday, April 24th, at the EMS flagship store down in SoHo.

Check the teaser for the film:

Follow Me - the Teaser from Anthill Films on Vimeo.

Follow Me - the Teaser from Anthill Films on Vimeo.

This isn’t just a movie, it’s a chance to give back to the NYC trails, as all proceeds from the event go to supporting NYCMTB’s nonprofit trailbuilding mission here in NYC. It’s a great movie for a great cause- what could be better?

The only thing that could make it better is GIVEAWAYS, and we sure do have some cool stuff to raffle off. Everyone will receive a raffle entry with their admission donation, and we’ve got swag from movie sponsors as well as a Brooklyn Park frame (in NYCMTB orange), and other big prizes from great local sponsors to throw into the mix. You can purchase additional raffle tickets to increase your odds of winning, too. EMS is extending an in-store discount to movie attendees, too- 25% off EMS branded gear, 20% off other national brands (in-store items only- bikes, boats, racks, you name it).

THIS JUST IN- Jamis Bikes and Liberty’s Bar and Grill (Tappan, NY) have jumped in to provide FREE BEER to all 21+ moviegoers! FREE BEER!

So don’t miss this chance catch a great flick, win some cool swag and support some great trails!

Date- Saturday, April 24th
Time- doors at 7PM, movie at 8:30PM
Place- EMS SoHo, corner of Broadway and Spring Streets"

Double Douched.

Swobo Double Douche from Bike Magazine on Vimeo.

MOAR SPEEDS!

26x10sp? Shizcrazy!

Eat Fresh!

Tailwhip Faceplant Doesn't Bother Sandwich Eater - Watch more Funny Videos

Hand Brake.

Weird bike news from the fellas at Spoke Magazine:



"When Kevin Myatt dropped his chain powering into Dragons Tail in Whakarewarewa a few days ago he couldn’t in his wildest dreams have imagined how the slam would unfold. After sliding along the ground he realised the bike was still with him and glancing down at his wrist he soon realised why."

Full story and gnarly pics At Spoke.

Strong Back, Weak Minds.

Harry Schwartzman, originator of Manhattan and Brooklyn Bike Jumbles, has a shindig opening up tomorrow. Check it out.


Washington Park /
JJ Byrne Playground
5th Ave. at 3rd St.
Brooklyn NY 11215

Along withs later on in the week, the next Bike Shorts. Nerd out!

Danny Started it.

No hipster music, but there is a vest:

One for our Homie...

Sad news about an industry icon via BRIN:
Hub-Maker Phil Wood Passes Away


BAXTER, IA (BRAIN)—Phil Wood, the man responsible for sealed hubs and bottom brackets, died on March 14 at his daughter's home in Roseville, California. He was 83.

He started the Phil Wood Company in 1971 as primarily a hub maker, though he offered other components. He sold the business to Peter Enright and a group of investors in 1991.

“I feel so lucky to have talked with him about a week before he passed away, and he mentioned again that he was so lucky to sell the business when he did,” said Enright, Phil Wood Company’s president.

“We talked off and on over the years, usually to catch up on news about his friends in the bike business. But he was quite happy to return to the farm after selling the business to help raise his granddaughter,” Enright added.

Wood was a problem-solver working at Food Machinery Corporation. Had he not been bothered chasing bearings for a hub he was rebuilding for his daughter, sealed-bearing hubs might have taken years to hit the bike market, Enright noted.

“He was complaining to Spence Wolf about why no one offered a sealed bearing hub and Wolf told him to make his own hub. A little while later he asked Spence how many he should make. It took Spence a bit to remember what he was talking about. He said make 50 hubs and the business was launched,” Enright said.

Wood’s family is deciding on funeral arrangements at this time.

“I’m glad he and I were able to have that last chat. He was a little bothered he wasn’t as ambulatory as he once was but he was content to move on,” Enright said.

A memorial service for Phil and his wife, Vada, who passed away December 18, 2009, will be held on April 17, at the Calgary Baptist Church in Los Gatos, California, at 11:00 a.m. Phil is survived by his six children.

—Matt Wiebe

Turd on your shoes?

Via Pedalconsumption:
In an attempt to let the world know how committed they are to their footwear line, Chrome announces their Turds For Gold Shoe Exchange. For two days only, Chrome will be slinging a new pair of shoes to anyone that sends them a worn-out pair of kicks.

"There are a lot of great shoe brands out their but few, if any, are made to handle the harsh demands of riding in the city," says Chrome Marketing Director, Matt Sharkey.

“Our shoes are built to hold up under the toughest conditions and are designed 100% to address the needs of the everyday city cyclist. Not only did we want to build a shoe that was durable and functional, but we also paid close attention to overall fit and timeless style."

The exchange begins on Wednesday, March 17 and ends promptly the next day on Thursday, the 18th. Packages must be post marked by 3/18 to qualify and should include a return shipping address and shoe size info.

Please ship all packages to:
Chrome Industries
Attn: Turds for Gold/Sharkey
580 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

Expert Texpert Choking Smokers!

We still ride BMWs.

Go Austin!

The NAHMBS weekend in RVA was awesome! Saturday was good times all around. The guys from TrickTrack, andRVA fixed put some ramps in the park and good stuff ensued. I spent more time popping wheelies and enjoying the sun than taking photos of the mayhem, but I'm sure there's plenty of pics and vids to be found on the interweb. The show at Re-Cycles got plenty of people out to take a look at some of the latest offerings from FBM, Profile and BMW. Re-Cycles is an awesome shop with plenty of drawers containing some vintage and just plain weird stuff for any kind of bike around, along with a selection of hot new parts. Definitely worth the stop for anyone passing through RVA. Thanks to Evan and the guys for having us.