bturman's Stories

ONE Industries has been in the motocross business for 15 years, and during that time they've grown into one of the most recognizable and respected brands. The company is well known for their racing apparel, protective gear, seat covers and graphics kits

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Rumors about a European Crankworx festival have been circulating for several months. Those rumors were strengthened when an announcement was made that the wouldn't return to Colorado in 2012, possibly opening up a slot for a new venue. It's not "official"

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Have you heard about Airborne Bicycles? We think what they're doing is rad. They produce decent, high-value bikes for new riders or people looking to try a different category that don't want to drop upwards of $4,000. With most bike companies trying to sell

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Fast man Evan Turpen just sent over details about the all Bell Super Enduro at Demo enduro race. For those that don't know, Demo Forest (aka Soquel Demonstration State Forest) is located near Santa Cruz, California. It's full of some incredible ... more »

After holding the general board meeting in 2012 last week, the Freeride Mountain Bike Association (FMBA) has finalized the calendar of the 2012 FMB World Tour. With 26 events on 3 continents in 11 countries, the FMB World Tour 2012 will be bigger than

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We know you all love downhill, so this week's photo contest is sure to please. From epic roost to epic light, surely one of these shots makes you want to jump on the DH rig and bust out some runs. UPDATE Eric Palmer wins a set of Pro-Tec Gravity Knee Pads for ... more »

by Walt Malzahn

As we roll into February and get that much closer to the start of the 2012 World Cup season, the Shimano Winter Series Presented by Southridge USA is at the mid-point with the third race of what will sure to be an amazing  and ... more »

Troy Brosnan and Tracey Hannah just wrapped up another set of wins at Round 3 of the 2012 Australian National Downhill Series. Troy set the fastest time in qualifiers, then came in just over two seconds ahead of Sam Hill in the race. Troy has now won ... more »

Want to ride a Whistler in 2012? Of course you do. If you rent a bike from the resort when you visit, it'll be a Giant with SRAM, Avid, Truvativ, and Rock Shox components. Not a bad combo if we do say so ourselves, and we're willing to be that Danny

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UK pinner Al Bond has just joined the CRC/Nukeproof squad. The guy has some serious raw talent and a few impressive results to back it up. With some factory support for 2012 (and lots of training with the Athertons), expect to see him climb the ranks. Bond joins Matti

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If you've never raced at Angel Fire, you're in for a treat. F rom the massive lava rock fields, to high-speed wide-open sections,  jumps,  and the occasional root or two, th e place has a pretty wide variety of terrain. The courses are long

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Big news from the Hutchinson United Ride team today! Many of you have been wondering where Sick Mick was headed after the recent GT Team announcement. Well here's your answer. They also swooped up Mick's sister, Tracey. It's great to see both of them picking up a ride

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Fox just sent over this preview of their new 2012 MTB apparel and protective gear. Looks sick! Don't miss the video from the Anthill crew.

View the entire 2012 Fox MTB Collection Here All catalog photos are by Ian Hylands, Sterling Lorence, Sven Martin, ... more »

The MS Racing Team (now MS Mondraker) is switching to Marzocchi suspension for the 2012 season. Sven actually happens to be on scene at the team testing session. If you'd like to ask the guys a question, hit up our facebook page and leave the question in the photo comments.

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View video on iPad and mobile Aaron Gwin, the 2011 UCI World Cup Downhill Champion, has signed with HT Components for the 2012 season. Aaron will run HT EVO series flat pedals at select World Cups when conditions get nasty. He will still use clipless pedals for ... more »

Update: The ripping photo of Taylor Vernon by Eyesdown Films narrowly edged out the action packed 'Winter Mayhem' scene by Harrison Mendel and crew. Eyesdown Films will receive a great set of knee pads from  Pro-Tec. If you'd like ... more »

by Walt Malzahn The weekend of January 22 saw the second race of the Southridge Winter Series presented by Shimano take place in Fontana, CA. Mother nature was up to her tricks again and treated all of us here in Southern California to something that we

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Has it really been 8 years? After nearly a decade of shared memories, victories, and milestones, the Syndicate is parting ways with SRAM. It will be weird to see the boys on something new, but the adventure continues! (Oh, and it looks Team Rumours

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This just in from Teva. It offers a first look at some of the confirmed riders. Take at look at the last name on the list - Chad Kagy! He's a BMX shredder for those that don't know. Will be cool to see him mix it up with the slopestyle crowd, especially

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