Singapore (Derrick Soon)- Customaxxx is the brain child of my buddy, BS Lim. He had conjured up this most unconventional way to build a bicycle from sheet metal. To be frank, I had many doubts initially and then I saw the actual bike, that’s when I know we have something really special. The year was 2009. The next 2 years were spent refining the design and getting it ready for the market.
When we finally rolled the production units off the factory, it was really well worth all the effort. Every Customaxxx Roar is painstakingly fabricated and put together. Every design on this bike serves a function and does so in style. We started with the laser cut 6061T6 Aluminum frame featuring the unique rigid swing arms. While at it, we developed the Ultra Beefy Fork with integrated dropouts that befit the frame. The Stem and Bottom Bracket Housing are bespoke items, all CNC machined from 6061 Aluminum and Chromed to a mirror finish. To cap it all off, we equipped this beauty with a pair of juicy hydraulic brakes, genuine Nappa Leather Dresser, and 24”X 100mm wheels with Sturmey Archer 3-Speed hubs.
We agreed on day one that it has to be an ultimate cruiser straight out of the box, and yet offers unlimited opportunities for you to personalize it further. The Customaxxx Roar is a limited edition production with only 100 units made available world wide.
Scalextric made to celebrate the Olympic games 2012, London, a Team GB Track Cycling Velodrome Set. Two bicycle slot racers and "wood" style piste.
"The first and only Team GB Velodrome Cycling Set follows the traditional slot racing format, but instead of using cars, there are two miniature cyclists dressed in GB kits. The set features a banked oval track, with two challenging chicanes to test your nerve. Features 2 x Team GB Olympic Cyclists."
Only available in the UK.
Hiermee begint ook een nieuw avontuur voor de CNN website, na 10 jaar van nieuws over chopper en cruisers bikes en alles wat daar in onze ogen mee van doen had, gaan we de website iets verbreden en ook ander nieuws brengen en bloggen. Alle artikelen zijn nog steeds te vinden in de archieven maar hierbij wordt The Dome sectie in de archieven bijgezet.
We wensen een ieder een speels 2012
And now for the big moment....the winner of the Facebook COTY edition 2011 is Steffen Bartels, Germany. Winner at the COTY in Amsterdam earlier this year and now adding an extra crown to the work. Karbar is truly the 2011 bike of the year. Steffen Bartels scored 6.18% of the points.
Staying just ahead of the runner up Ted Florez from the USA (CA) with El Rey who gathered 5.96% of the points. Chuck Bradford also from the USA (CA) with My Basman scoring 5.45% of all points takes 3rd place. The Top 5 is completed with the Minx trike by Nick and his Metal and Ink crew from Spain and Cedric, France and his Dyketracker, both scoring 5.16% of the points.
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| "This machine is truly one of a kind." (JB) | "“El Rey” is one of the best examples of progressive bike design that I have seen in a quite a while, and I can say that without hesitation." (JB) | "Quality components, gearing and a -take no prisoners- attitude in demanding the best, makes this bike one of the top contenders of 2011." (JB) |
"I think most people would agree that if we looked for the best in what 3 wheeled design had to offer, then “Minx” would gratify the desire." (JB) |
"Dyketracker, hints at future trends and possibilities. Aspects of appearance and function combine to make a beautiful and positive statement. Enjoy its message, and view it as a change in attitude – it is a stepping stone to greater possibilities." (JB) |
Merry Choppin and Happy Cruisin
Amsterdam (Wazzup)- Now online Customized Magazine issue #15 or get your free mini copy at The Chopperdome.
Lelystad (Wazzup)- As another edition of Serious Request is starting to warm up, I was playing with this idea. Thinking about what could be a good way to collect some money, for the goal that 3fm Radio and the Red Cross have set this year. This is what I came up with.
Outsiders, people who are not familiar with custom bicycles, useally respond very positive when seeing a custom build or cruiser. And if you let them, they will ask you if they can sit on it, perhaps take it for a short drive...Well now is their chance!
On the last day of the Serious Request week, you can pick a custom you like, sit on it and have your picture taken for a little donation (and a nice memorie of that day).
-Sane-
Event info:
Serious Request 2011
De Beestenmarkt
Leiden, The Netherlands
Start: at noon (12:00 hrs)
Keytown Cruisers are supporting this event, because Leiden is their hometown and they also believe this a great way to collect some money! Since Saturday is the last day, the event will end with the announcement of the total that is donated all week. After that there will be a great show with various artists performing, so it will be a good time!
We hope to see a lot of cruisers out there!!!
Official Serious Request 2011 Site
http://www.kominactie.nl/holland_united_cruisers_goes_3fm_serious_request_the_photoshoot
Facebook Event
http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=196720590407705
New York (Wazzup)- Wild Style is a 1983 hip hop film produced by Charlie Ahearn. Released theatrically in 1983 by First Run Features and later re-released for home video by Rhino Home Video, it is regarded as the first hip hop motion picture.
The film featured seminal figures within the given period, such as Fab Five Freddy, Lee Quinones, Pink, the Rock Steady Crew, The Cold Crush Brothers, Sandra Fabara and Grandmaster Flash. The protagonist "Zoro" is played by the legendary New York graffiti artist "Lee" George Quinones.
An early version of the 'Wild Style' logo appeared in 1981 when Charlie Ahearn hired graffiti legend Dondi to paint the 'window down' subway car piece that appears in the film. The Dondi piece was the inspiration for the animated title sequence designed by the artist Zephyr in 1982. The 'Wild Style' logo was designed by Zephyr and painted as a 'burner' mural by Zephyr, Revolt, and Sharp in 1983.
From: Wikipedia
Nieuwe Meer (Wazzup)- After speaking with Stephan Roche, his driver during the Tour de France for a day Pottz listened well. To win you need to be faster as the guy in yellow jersey.
Day 2, Bodegraven-Amersfoort started with a breakfast at the hotel for those staying on the nearby campsite. The route followed the "Oude Rijn" to Woerden where we came accross one of the best Basman e bikes ever seen. From there on to Utrecht for a stop downtown leaving the rivers, dikes and polders from the first day and morning of the second day behind us. Through the forrest and over the sand dunes we found our way to Amersfoort for another beer at the Born to cruise taste of beer experience. When the brewery "De 3 Ringen" closed his doors the night was still young ..... something that couldn't be said about some the next morning after a booze filled evening and night in picturesque downtown Amersfoort.