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CREW DEFENDER 26″ NOW AVAILABLE

Insane to think that there are currently TWO complete FGFS (ish) bikes that are now available on the market! Crew just launched the successor to their wildly popular 700c Defender model, now with 26″ wheels! Deacon and I got the chance to test these. While a more in depth review is pending, what I”l say for now is this:

The bike in my opinion is a perfect stepping stone and price point ($400) for anyone who wants to get into FGFS. The geometry is a little long, but most tricks are still extremely doable on the build. The bike as is is strong enough to handle moderate abuse and with some part swaps, it can be built to last.

Here are the tech specs on the bike:

Frame:CR-MO Defender 26” Frame
Fork:CR-MO 26”, 1-1/8” Threadless
Headset:1-1/8” Integrated Cartridge Bearing
Handlebar:CR-MO Riser Style 22.2mm clamp, 700mm width
Stem:Alloy 48mm ext., 22.2mm Clamp
Grips:130mm Flanged Grip
Crankset:CR-MO 170mm, 36T Sprocket
Bottom Bracket:8T Splined, Sealed Bearing
Chain:KMC B1H 1/2” x 1/8”
Pedals:9/16” Platform
Brakes:Alloy Caliper Brakes, 2-Finger Levers
Tires:26” x 2.5”, 30TPI
Wheelset:26” Double Wall, 32H, Sealed Bearing Hubs, CR-MO Axle
Sprocket/Freewheel:16T Freewheel, 16T Fixed Gear
Saddle:Crew Steel Railed
Seatpost:Alloy 27.2mm x 300mm
Seatpost Clamp:Alloy 29.8mm

Deacon and I had a blast ripping these things around the park shooting some fun content for it. Grab the new 26″ Crew Defender from the City Grounds site here!

Off Track Ep. 31 feat. CHASE DAVIS!

For our guest today we’ve got Salt lake City and FOAD Gang’s finest, Chase Davis AKA SKRT Reynolds! We dive into his past, his bike builds, Salt Lake’s scene, sponsor drama, and more. Enjoy!

Eurotrip Gallery – Half Pipe

While in Netherlands, we were taken to this massive halfpipe (as seen in multiple videos by now). The session was nuts and everyone was throwing down. Specifically, Jakub and Youri were getting UP THERE! Here’s some shots from the sesh:

Ritchie Van Pelt – Glimmer Bike Check

Fixated boss man Ritchie Van Pelt recently built himself up a new Ruff Glimmer frame! Although I will miss his unique TJD frame, I’m really digging how his build turned out: tall boy style! Full parts rundown and gallery after the jump.

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Netherlands 35mm Gallery – Lifestyle Shots

Got film back from our Netherlands trip! These are only a handful of shots as the rest of them are being saved for a later project (as well as most of the real camera footage). Lifestyle shots from misc spots and some of the comp. Stay tuned for more!

Suck My Comp 6 Group Shots

With Suck My Comp 7 around the corner, it prompted me to look at the content from last year’s event and made me realize that I never posted all of these amazing group shots we got on Trick Track day! We captured everyone in attendance and also got these cool shots of everyone with their Courtteks. If anyone was waiting for these, I’m sorry it took so long.

Join us again this year for FGFS and Trick Track action at Suck My Comp 7, registration and details here!

DURCUS ONE STYLIN’ COMPLETE

I can’t believe I missed this one! I’ve been seeing teasers floating around for a brand new Stylin’ complete and totally missed that they dropped in August!

If you aren’t aware of the history, the original Japanese Durcus One Stylin’ was an early 2010 trick specific frame ridden by some of the best back in the day including Teppei, Jakob Santos, Marco, and many more. Durcus One has decided to bring it back in 2024 as a complete bike! Complete bikes are a huge hole in our market, so it’s great to see this bike being produced.

With tried and true geometry and quality we know and love from Durcus One, this certainly isn’t just an entry level beginner bike. Big tire clearance, quality components, and light weight, this is definitely the bike to recommend someone next time they ask if a complete bike exists. Here are some of the details:

“The STYLIN’ is designed for enjoying both cruising and active riding.
The frame and fork are made of 4130 CR-MO to support active riding.
In addition, the fork column is made in one piece by CNC machining, just like a BMX, ensuring light weight and rigidity.

The standard tire size is 700 x 35C.
Up to 40c can be installed (not possible depending on the manufacturer and model), allowing you to choose tires according to various road conditions.

Although it is a single-speed and simple body, it is a tough bike that can handle everything from everyday commuting to active riding such as tricks.”

Available in Matte Black, Grey, and Matte Trans Navy. For full specs, check out the product page here.

Lucky for us, W Base DOES IN FACT ship worldwide! For worldwide shipping details, visit their worldwide shipping info page.

The Stylin’ frame is also available as just a frameset! Which funny enough makes it one of the only 700c framesets now available on the market. Full frame specs here