Livin the High Life on a Low budget

Austria sucks. Don't come here...

2011-07-21T13:12:00.001-07:00

If anybody asks tell em I've been gone

2011-05-13T18:06:00.001-07:00

Gone Ridin'

2011-01-18T10:41:00.000-08:00

Yup, slackin off big time.... But here's the new ride and what we've been doin!

Kick Ass Weekend

2010-12-07T18:04:00.000-08:00

So, I'm gonna keep it short and sweet here, Friday I went down to Corona to meet up with the head of marketing at Troy Lee Designs for an amazing tour of the facility and to get sized up and dialed in on some kick ass new 2011 gear. The head of the helmet department came out and custom sized my helmet for me and they set me up with some amazing GP Air kits. Their building is unreal and the history and art on display really impressed me. I recommend anyone in the area stop by as the front showroom is open to public.
After a nice afternoon at TLD and a night on Balboa Island we made our way to San Pedro to board the early boat to Catalina for the return of the infamous Catalina Grand Prix. This is an epic motorcycle race that has not been run since the late 50's! I was stoked to say the least. The vintage class went off first and the recent rain made the soil rich and tacky. The bay was a bit foggy and cool which added to the feel of this epic event. Here are some shots I got from the race and pits...

Coming Up, The 2nd Annual New Years Eve Day Ride

2010-12-07T17:01:00.000-08:00

Check back in the books here for pics of last years ride. It was a great time and I hope to have more people out this year to kick 2010's ass out with an epic ride!

Slab City Riot 2

2010-12-01T17:25:00.000-08:00

Here's a video my buddy Heath put together from a recent trip out for Biltwell's Slab City Riot.

Good times and lots of fires...

Down n' Dirty

2010-11-22T15:45:00.000-08:00

Aren't Bikes Awesome

2010-11-17T14:48:00.001-08:00

Jeff Decker Tour

2010-11-12T13:55:00.000-08:00

Alan and Jake, Jeff's father and brother live here locally in T.O. and I've know them for years and am always thankful for their hospitality and help whenever it came time to need parts for my jalopys. Jeff lives in Utah and although I've only met him a few times at the Decker's compound, he's a down to earth guy and truly loves what he does, and it's apparent in the quality of his work. Check this video out:

And here's a cool unrelated picture, cuz I like it.

My Interview with Dan Atherton at Sycamore BMX

2010-11-11T13:36:00.000-08:00

As many of you probably know World Champion Dan Atherton broke his neck and nearly lost his life and all mobility earlier this year. He came out to Sycamore yesterday to watch the photshoot with Mike Day and Leatt brace. He's got a bit of cabin fever as he's here in the states with not much to do and just getting out of his neck brace. Check the video of his recover and a couple shots I took at the track...

Veterans Day Salute

2010-11-11T13:25:00.000-08:00

Watch these guys have some fun, and throw down some serious 360's and back flips without a helmet on a pretty crappy hardtail...
Impressive

Boys In Combat - The funniest movie is here. Find it

Nightmare bike run down Death Mountain

2010-11-09T10:48:00.000-08:00

Buick and Robby are rippin in it up!

It Looks Smooth...

2010-10-11T13:35:00.000-07:00

Testing the new Leatt Bicycle DBX Braces | Vital MTB

But don't let the video fool you. Going downhill is hard work, every muscle is firing to keep body over bike...

Its official

2010-10-08T18:59:00.001-07:00

On the road again

2010-10-01T13:55:00.001-07:00

might be the best hat ever

Are You Ready To Rumble!

2010-09-27T21:44:00.000-07:00

It's almost time again. This weekend is the return of the biggest baddest mountain biking event of them all...

More Mountain Biking Videos

Interbike 2010

2010-09-27T17:47:00.001-07:00

Twinkie milkshakes for life

It's Almost Time

2010-09-21T12:06:00.001-07:00

Say Cheese

2010-09-14T23:33:00.000-07:00

So as if I couldn't love Canada anymore, this trip I was taken to a new little diner in Squamish (aka Squampton) called Grilled Fromage. JJ is friends with the owner so we got a nice treatment with some fancy appetizer sampler bits. The menu here is on the wall, and it is a large wall. Over 60 types of grilled cheese sandwiches. It was incredible. The vibe in this place was rad, it was a gloomy sunday and they had Mr. Cash singin the blues. The decor is amazing, any place that has Burt Reynolds on the door to the mens restroom is OK in my book!
After thinking long and hard about my order, I narrowed it down to two sandwiches; The K-Ched, and the Maple Leaf. What a treat that was! A grilled cheese with special Canadian cheddar, maple syrup, and you guessed it Canadian bacon. How can you beat that!? You can't that's how. Be sure to check this place out on your next trip up to Whistler, it won't disappoint.
http://grilledfromage.com/

If You Don't Know

2010-09-13T21:55:00.000-07:00

Now you know.

Duane Peters is rad

Day 2 Complete

2010-09-12T18:50:00.001-07:00

WOW

No this wasn't a black metal show.

http://declinemagazine.com/
Check for new updates and more pics shortly.

Red Bull Day 1

2010-09-11T18:37:00.000-07:00

(Yours Truly)
Year two of Red Bull's mass start down hill event kicked off without a hitch today. Course designers have pulled out all the stops to ensure the 5,000 feet of vertical descending is a crowd pleasing and unrelenting experience for all.

Today we finished up registration and had a nice bit of practice in the morning. The conditions were extra greasy with a side of fun. Being the thin skinned Californian I am, I have been regretting my selection in gear all day as the mountain has been foggy, damp and did I mention cold?

With so many riders the qualifying round today took several hours to get through yet it all ran smoothly and we are now seeded for race run tomorrow. I went off just about last today, and had the pleasure of starting just behind Chris Kovarik. That was the last time I saw him until I got to the bottom and pulled my helmet off all blurry eyed and out of breath. Lactic acid really starts pumping on a 15 minute plus black diamond trail. There is no resting on this track. Even on the access road sections speeds are so high and visibility quite low, that if you sit down and lose focus, a skull sized rock will bring to back to earth in a hurry.

Although the course is very demanding physically and mentally, all riders were smiling at the bottom and excited for tomorrows finale. Here are the top results after qualification today.

Pictures to come soon...

1. Chris Kovarik 13:14
2. Steve Smith 13:25
3. Tyler Morland 13:36
4. Curtis Keene 13:40
5. Tyler Allison 13:51

Raddest Shoes Ever

2010-09-10T10:30:00.000-07:00

So I'm hanging out with some friends at a nice BBQ type deal at the lovely home of Carlos and Nicole; and Scott Hart floats up wearing the most incredible foot ornaments I have ever seen. Notice I say float because it is not possible to walk on such a sacred man. I digress
So I'm now in Whistler and just ate breakfast, quite delicious. Time to finish putting the bike together and head up to meet Cody from Red Bull and head up for course inspection and practice. Apparently he thought it'd be a good idea to have World Champion silver medalist Steve Smith along to embarrass me. Guess there's no better time to ride over your head than when you're on the heels of the best...

EFFE

My Weekend

2010-09-09T13:31:00.000-07:00

Is looking like it's gonna kick ass. Postings may be on hold for a few days though I will do my best. For daily race pics and info check
Declinemagazine.com

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Coming up this weekend is Red Bull"

RTP

Life Cycles Official Teaser | Vital MTB

2010-09-04T15:05:00.000-07:00

Life Cycles Official Teaser | Vital MTB

Since I've been lazy and on a video kick, here is a trailer for a pretty impressive looking flick coming out soon.
Enjoy