Two guys, one really bad crash
On January 28th, I had a terrible bike crash and ended up in hospital for a week with six broken bones. In a shocking case of inadvertent symmetry, that bike was an Aprilia Mana, the same bike Wes used as … Continued
Happening: The One Motorcycle Show
The modern motorcycle show is a bit of a conundrum. Bikes are neat because they’re more than objects created for consideration. Bikes are neat because they’re about an experience. But, housed in the sterile environs of a second rate convention … Continued
45 photos of more than 21 helmets
Returning to Portland for an encore performance tonight, 21 Helmets showcases the work of local artists on Bell Custom 500 helmets. Here’s all those helmets along with a video revealing the process behind some of them. Want to see the … Continued
The One Motorcycle Show returns to Portland
Gonna be in Portland this week? We are, for See See Motorcycles’ 3rd annual The One Motorcycle Show. The idea is that a bunch of talented local types like Thor Drake and Drake McElroy (we confuse them too) build their … Continued
Jamie Robinson does Europe: Stelvio, Mugello, Switzerland and Italy
Camping for three days on the Iron Mountain in the rain and cold gave way to a much needed real bed on our last day in Austria, we spent a night at a 14th Century guest house and also caught … Continued
Jumper: Matt Wadsworth
Like the avatar on his custom helmet, Englishman Matt Wadsworth is blind as a bat. From what I understood overhearing him describe the sensation, the accomplished lutenist sees only vague impressions of light when looking at the sun. Regardless, he … Continued
Gear: Bell Star matte carbon
Eager to repair an image tarnished by years of low-quality products sold in discount stores, Bell Sports is pushing a totally new range of high-quality, well-designed helmets designed to compete with the biggest established players. That charge is being led … Continued