Showing posts with label from Canada. Show all posts
Showing posts with label from Canada. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

#sendusyourbike | Juan's Peugeot 1978 recycled!

Hi riders all over the world!
Here we go again, happy new year 2017!!! 

We were out for holidays without new content to publish, and now we have a lot.... stay tuned!

Today we want to show you how Juan from Montreal, Canada has recycled an old Peugeot, enjoy!

Monday, April 13, 2015

#ProductReview | YNOT Cycle customized pedal straps and pedals

Hi riders!
Maybe you want to buy a new pedal straps, but, you want something customized to you...well, today we want to show you the customized pedal straps from YNOT Cycle, handmade in Toronto (Canada)...sure you like it....


Wednesday, March 25, 2015

#SendUsYourBike | Russell Hurst from Toronto Fixed latest set up

Hi riders, 
today we want to show the latest set up created by Russell Hurst, an old follower from Toronto (Canada). His photos are really great!

#SendUsYourBike | Russell Hurst from Toronto Fixed latest set up

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Multools: This crowdfunding project needs your feedback!

Hi riders all over the world! Today we need your feedback, our friend Bob from Borel has designed a new multitool: 19 tools in 1, size "credit card" called "Multools"...wow! Amazing invention guy!

He are new searching for your opinion, needs your feedback about the prototype and project, you can write your opinion here in his Kickstarter site (now published as a draft awaiting for your support).

Multools: This crowdfunding project needs your feedback!


Friday, May 16, 2014

PRODUCT REVIEW: Muttonhead cycling pants

Hi riders, today we bring you another product review, in this case about a fashion Muttonhead pants perfects to ride. Perfect for daily urban rides. The big difference with other pants is his elastic ankle. Sometimes we have problems with our pants when we ride, the pants is spotted with grease from the chain, or becomes trapped between the crank and the chain, but with this pants, tested by us, you will not have such problems.

PRODUCT REVIEW: Muttonhead cycling pants

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Customize your bike with the Single Bikes' online tool

We love to create our own and genuine fixed gear bike...but sometimes you need to design it, and simulate it virtually before you buy all the components, or even, the complete bike.
Today we want to show you the virtual tool from Single Bikes, a completely tool where you can design your own bike, even with Aerospoke wheels!

Look at our crazy design, a mixte frame with Aerospoke wheels...really nice!!!
 
Our crazy desing in the Single Bikes online tool

What can you select in this online tool? A lot!

  • Frame: Fixie frame, mixte frame, track frame and classic frame
  • Rear wheel: classic or Aerospoke
  • Front wheel: classic or Aerospoke
  • Rear and front tire in a lot of colors
  • Handlebar: Bull bar, riser bar, drop bar and moustache bar
  • Bar tape in a lot of colors
  • Saddle: Regular or leather
  • Saddle post and stem
  • Crank: classic or track
  • Chain color
  • Speed type: fixed cog, freewheel or 8 SPD Nexus
  • Frame size: 46cm, 50cm, 54 cm or 58 cm
  • Rear break: yes or not

 

About Single Bikes

Single Bikes Co a Vancouver base company focusing on building quality Single Bike brand fixie bikes. You can select the color of your liking on framest, wheeset, crank, grips, tires online or in the store and we build it for you. You also can purchase parts and framest only .
Check out Single Mixte framesets. They just got them and they are going fast.


Monday, March 3, 2014

PRODUCT REVIEW: Borel belt - Silicone card wallet - Slick wallet

Hi riders, today we want to show you some products from our friends BOREL, they made a genuine products that helps us to make our ride more fashion and comfortable: belts, card wallets and slick wallets are part of this products, and today we will make our own review.

Borel belt -  Silicone card wallet - Slick wallet

Borel belt review

We have received a blue Borel belt and a yellow buckle to interchange in the belt, the combination of this two colors: blue and yellow it's great, you can configure your own belt, they have 15 belts in 15 colors, and 9 buckles. 
Borel belt

To interchange the buckle is really simple and easy, you don't need a manual of instruction to do it...great! Keep it simple!
The product is made in a recyclable rubber strong enough to hold your U-Lock as you can see in the pics.

Borel belt holding our U-lock

Borel belt - Detail of the brand logo

Borel belt -  Original blue buckle

Belt:Unisex, one size fit most, all weather proof, airport friendly and recyclable belts with interchangeable buckle.
Buckle: Interchangeable High-Impact Plastic buckle for Borel Belts. Change your flavor by changing your buckle.
Price: $20 Belt and $6.95 Buckle

Silicone card wallet review

Here you have one of the best things to keep your credit cards in your pocket, this silicone card wallet is perfect to ride, easy and simple, as all Borel's products!
In our case it's in blue color, Id slot with thumb window for easy pull your cards.

Borel Silicone card wallet opened

Borel Silicone card wallet closed

Borel belt -  box and info

Slick wallet review

Yes, you need a wallet, when you ride you need to carry on your own wallet, but you need a light and strong wallet to carry in your pocket, probably it could be your wallet. As I said, all Borel's products are simple and well thought.
Borel Slick wallet

Leatherette grain finish slim wallet. Holds up to 10 cards and several bills. Id slot with thumb window for easy pull. Quick access to all your cards and cash. Dual colour- Red exterior with Black interior.
Price: $25

Borel belt Slick wallet closed

Borel Slick wallet closed

Conclusion

  • Simple products
  • Comfortable products
  • Great for urban riders, you have all: design and utility

About BOREL

Inspired by simplicity and minimalism in design, and made with durability and quality in craftsmanship, Borel was created to fulfill it’s dream and reach it’s vision to be a part of every life. By designing and making functional and unique products, Borel has been well received by skate, snow, surf board and lifestyle folks around the world. Based in Vancouver, Canada – Borel manufactures the finest line of accessories such as skinny belts, leather and plastic wallets, leather and plastic accessories for iphone and ipad cases as well as backpacks for all and everyday use.

Some of BOREL’s exclusive accessory lines such as the ‘original’  label line of genuine leather wallets and iPhone porters are 100% made in Canada and reflect the brand’s passion and commitment towards developing a brand locally to the demands of the sports and lifestyle culture in Canada and rest of the world

BOREL strives to be a part of your culture and everyday life.

Facebook Borel Site: https://www.facebook.com/BorelInc

Interested in send us your products to review?

If you are interested in sending us products to review, please contact us by email to fixedgearworld@thefixedgearworld.com 

Monday, February 17, 2014

PRODUCT REVIEW: Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

A basic product for fixed gear riders is.....yeah...a cycling cap, and today we want to show one really special, a handmade cycling cap called "Montréal" from Disamare, they are located in Montreal and their  cycling caps are 100% local, made with care and great fun.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap review

"Combining style and function, these hats keep the rain, sweat, and sun out of your eyes without fear of the wind blowing it right off. Rock the brim flipped up, or down under your helmet (safety first!) and rep your local pride." -Madeinmtl

Cycling cap ​​entirely made by hand in Montreal. Model Montreal White (other colors available)

The design is screen printed by hand and refers to the architecture of Montreal's Biosphère. All designs are original creations from Disamare, a company founded by 2 lovers of DIY and bikes!

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

-Cotton fabric prewashed and medium thickness ( hand wash recommended + do not put it in the clothes dryer machine)
- Perfect for wearing under an helmet and to protect yourself from drafts or absorb sweat
-Rigid visor reinforced with plastic and short ( 2 inches). It rises easily to not obstruct the view

They have two sizes!
The (Small -Med ) is normally a single size which fits all types of heads with the elastic . But to satisfy the biggest heads, if you are unsure or afraid to feel cramped, we made a (Med- width ), which also fits with an elastic.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Important: The fabric of each cap is printed manually (silk screening) with fabric ink that has been heated to avoid damages. In addition, the silk screening sometimes alters the pattern which can be darker or less apparent at some spots. For Disamare team, this feature is far from being a failure and indeed, the charm of a manual printing process! Each hat is truly unique and valuable.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare
Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Conclusion

  • Genuine design and pattern
  • Handmade, we love handmade products, they are really appreciated for fixed gear riders
  • Comfortable and perfect fitted in our head

About Disamare

Cycling caps 100% made ​​in Montreal.
Disamare is a project born of a passionate bike designer and a textile student at Concordia. Amateur cyclists and lovers of manual labor, they create caps specifically designed for practicing their favorite sport. Disamare caps are distinguished by their original design and entirely local craft production.
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Interested in send us your products to review?

If you are interested in sending us products to review, please contact us by email to fixedgearworld@thefixedgearworld.com 

Friday, November 29, 2013

2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst

Our friend Russell has sent us his last acquisition, an amazing 2010 Jamis Sonik black and red:
  • Jamis aluminum frame with a carbon fork, seatpost and FSA carbon track crank.
  • San Marco saddle with Deda pista stem and handlebars
  • Aerospoke front wheel with a Velocity B43 rear wheel and Aquila track hub
And here we have the pics of this incredible bike:

2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst

2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst
2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst
2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst
2010 Jamis Sonik by Russell Hurst




Thanks Russell for send us photos of your bike, enjoy your "horse"...

Friday, November 8, 2013

Pedalbelt: Our review of this leather pedal straps

Pedalbelt

Today we want to talk about Pedalbelt, as you can remember, we had made a post about this interesting project born in Canada by Colin Soper. Now, in this post, we will make our product review of this amazing leather pedal straps.
We used to pedal with strap made of fabric, but in this case, we have the Pedalbelts, made of high quality leather and seared with the logo of Pedalbelt as you can see in the photos.

Adjusting screws of the Pedalbelt
To mount this straps in the pedals is really easy, you only have two screws to adjust the two strips and you're done!

A positive point is that the straps are made ​​of leather, it allows always get stuck with shape of the foot and is easy to put in and take the foot of them.

Pedalbelt is a foot retention system for flat platform pedals that offers strength, durability,and comfort. Pedalbelts work without a cage and are wider than traditional straps.  They are made with premium buffalo leather, brass eyelets and stainless steel hardware which is both resistant and looks better with age.  

Pedalbelts newly mounted!

Design

The unique design of the Pedalbelt is simple, yet elegant.  It is made from the absolute best materials; creating an incredibly durable, bulletproof product. Pedalbelts are extremely easy to install, are available in a variety of colours, and allow you to quickly customize your ride. 

Testing the Pedalbelts

 

Why are Pedalbelts different?

Pedalbelts are the only straps to become better with age.  With time the leather will mold into the shape of your feet becoming only more comfortable and the brass eyelets with develop a classic patina. 

 

Conclusion

  • High quality materials, is genuine leather!
  • Easy to mount in your pedals
  • Colors: tan, honey brown, concrete, burnt red 
  • Elegant design, become better with age

 

Photos of our Pedalbelts review

Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts
Testing the Pedalbelts

Grassracks

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