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| Image courtesy of Wilde Bicycle Co. |
The annual MADE Show, a gathering of custom frame/fork/component makers in Portland, Oregon, is happening this weekend.
Several teasers are out already showing some tantalizing views of things which will be on display to see for attendees. However; Wilde Bicycle Co. has gone a little bit further with its preview on two new models it intends to show this weekend.
The first is the Dog Star, a retro-inspired MTB bike with all the cues you'd expect from a mountain bike throwing it back to the early 1980's. You've got the distinctive lugged frame construction, the flat fork crown, and cantilever brakes, of course. But this bike has some distinctive features which include double top tubes and a double brake bridge, ala King Fabrications.
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| The Earth Seed (Image courtesy of Wilde Bicycle Co. ) |
Probably the most surprising bike I've seen in a while is the new Earth Seed (That name!), which is a mixte' framed gravel bike. I think it is an intriguing bike, and I would rock one if I had the need or chance to. You can see more of these bikes on Wilde Bicycle Co's website.
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| Image courtesy of Chris King Precision Components |
Chris King Precision Components has a new hue out now dubbed "Matte Jade". It will be available now on all Chris King components such as their head sets, bottom brackets, and hubs.
Chris King says of the hue, on the Matte Jade webpage, the following:
"It's green, but it's a lot more than just green. It has a curious depth to it. The finish is matte, but still Jade glows. It has an iridescence, a liveliness, that's hard to pin down, as though every time you look at it, it's slightly different."Comments: Chris King indicates this is now a permanent choice in their color palette, so it is not a limited edition color. I like green, it is my second most favorite color behind purple, and I can see this becoming a part of a bike build. In fact, I've had something in mind for a long time now which this would work really well with. Maybe someday I'll push "go" on it.....
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| Image courtesy of Bike-On |
A Power Meter For The Masses?
Bike-On, a start-up company soon to be on Kickstarter, is aiming to bring power measurement to a much lower price-point than ever before with their new chain mounted device.
Claiming accuracy on par with other well known power mewasuring systems, and compatibility with any chain-driven bicycle, the asking price of $`175.00USD seems a bit unbelievable.
The device, consisting of two roller, jockey-type wheels, a housing, and a tether to your frame, encloses an epoxy-sealed measuring unit which is claimed to be waterproof and weather resistant, even working in cold temperatures. The device is also easily switched from one bike to another, with no need for re-calibration, in minutes.
Check it out HERE.
This weekend the Gravel Worlds event out of Lincoln, Nebraska will be taking place with running events and various distances for cyclists to take on. The 'big' event being the traditional 150 mile distance which is the one all the big-time Pro and fast amateurs will be striving to come out on top in.
The 350 mile event, once known as "The Long Voyage" (R.I.P. to the awesome name there)will take in three states, as the route will travel into Iowa, a tiny portion of Missouri, and back again to the start in Nebraska.
Comments: This event was once a "do not miss" event for me, but times have changed. The event is no longer anything like it once was, (I stand by this statement), and it just isn't my cup of tea anymore.
Having said this, I still will say this event is spectacular in its own right and I hope anyone partaking in it has a wonderful experience. Tail winds to you all who toe the line tomorrow, (and today if you are in the 350!)
Thanks again for reading Guitar Ted Productions! Have an awesome weekend and ride those bicycles!
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