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Volume + Resist 2023 Line Available Now!

This might be old news to some of you, but I wanted to wait till I got some c r i s p y pictures of all the new products. The 2023 Volume + Resist line is HERE. A lot of us have been dreaming for this day to come and I actually still can’t believe it’s here.

Available on this first (and certainly not the last) drop are Thrasher frames, Cutter frames, Resist pivotal saddles, seatposts, seatclamps, and tires. The purple Thrasher and white Cutter are available at any of your local bike shops who carry Volume products while the gold Cutter and pink Thrasher are exclusively available on the Volume / Resist website. Only 15 of each size were made in the website exclusive colors.

These dudes were nice enough to shoot me a Thrasher frame so look out for my build with that soon. In the meantime you can grab some items from this drop on the Resist website HERE

CONQUER CONCORD RESULTS

The Conquer Concord contest that went down in the Bay Area this weekend was so much fun. Big shout outs to Adam Wells, Andy Sparks, and all of the support that was given to the event. SMC crew came out strong with myself, Miguel, Deacon, and Pizza driving up to join the fun along with Gus. Can’t wait for next year’s already!

Here’s the results from the event (video recap to come soon!):

AM:

1st – Erik Flores

2nd – Peter Van Nguyen

3rd – Anthony Combs

PRO:

1st – Johnathan Ball

2nd – Miguel Zendejas

3rd – Justin Mitchell

Destroy 2023 Unicorn Killer Comps Available Now!

If there’s one thing that’s certain in this world, it’s that Destroy Bikes = quality. Here we get a first look at the new 26″ 2023 Destroy Unicorn Killer Comps and may I say, these look absolutely beautiful. Unique paint jobs, USA made, geometry on point. While these may be on the steeper end of the market at $600, you won’t find this kind of craftsmanship anywhere else. Order one today HERE!

Here’s what Destroy had to say plus the dirty details on these frames:

“We are introducing the UNICORN KILLER COMP for below average height riders and those seeking a smaller frame for technical riding.

With the idea always being that the UNICORN KILLER COMP would be put though constant torture we complimented this frame with one of our strongest rear ends and dropouts that fit 14mm axels.

Geometry & Specs:

Colors: Pink/Rainbow, Rainbow Sparkle, Palleon Panther

Frame Weight: 5 LBS

Frame Sizes (IN):  N/A

Seat Tube C-T (IN): 13

Stand-over (IN) 28.8

Top tube C-C (IN): 22.5

Chainstay Length (IN): 15.16

Head tube Angle: 74.75º

Seat Tube Angle: 71.5º

Tire Clearance: 2.3

Seatpost Dia. (mm): 27.2

Seat Tube O.D. (mm): 31.8

Headset Type: 1-1/8″ Threadless. Integrated, 45ºX45º SPC*

B.B. Shell Width (mm): 73

B.B. Type: Mid

B.B Drop (mm): -6

Rear Hub Spacing (mm): 120

Dropouts: 14mm

Wheel Size: 26IN 

Material: True Temper, 4130 Chromoly

*Forks sold separate (Geo based on a 420mm fork)”

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VOLUME 2023 FRAMES

This is WILD. Volume Bikes making Fixed Gears… in 2023! While Epic already broke the news, here’s an exclusive high res look at the frames that Volume will be dropping in a couple weeks. They’ll be re-releasing the Cutter and the Thrasher. Essentially a V7 Cutter and a V3 Thrasher. I think they’re just testing the waters a bit with the market, so it looks like they’re just dropping these colorways for now in limited quantities. I’m digging that purple a lot.

From what I’ve heard, the Cutter is looking to fit 45c tires just like the V6, but with unchanged track style geometry. So that’s pretty cool news. This isn’t all that Volume and Resist are cooking up, so keep your head on a swivel for more info.

Also look out for a chance to win one of these frames as a raffle prize for our upcoming Suck My Comp 6 competition!

SUCK MY COMP 6 SPONSOR LIST + EVENT DETAILS

We’re incredibly proud to announce the sponsor lineup for our upcoming Suck My Comp 6 Fixed Gear Freestyle competition going down on the weekend of November 10th.

We’ve managed to gain the support of so many great companies this time around and we’re really excited to get some amazing prizes in rider’s hands.

Here are some important details for the event:

  • Pre-registration is $5, which goes right into the prize pool for riders. $10 day of, cash only. I would suggest pre registering because not only is it cheaper for you, but it helps us organize things easier. You can find the pre-registration link HERE
  • We will be adding an additional $100 to each prize pool for both Trick Track and FGFS
  • “Pro” division lets you win cash + physical goods, “Am” division you’ll just be competing for physical prizes
  • We’ve got really cool trophies this year for 1st place pro on both days. Stay tuned to our IG to get a sneak peak somewhere down the line
  • There will be some fun side events that are free to enter on both days too. So even if you don’t wanna compete, you can still come and participate.
  • As usual, we have a “best trick” jam portion of the competition that will happen after the main events. 20 minute jam to try your hardest tricks. Free to enter.
  • Raffles will be happening on both days! So bring some cash and try your luck to win some cool stuff. We’ve got some serious prizes to give away.
  • We will be selling some new SMC merch on both days. We’re gonna drop it online in the coming month, but if you don’t wanna pay for shipping then will be your best bet.
  • We are currently still in the process of finding a location to premiere some videos. Stay tuned for that one but expect it to be Saturday evening.
  • PARKING: For the Trick Track event at Sepulveda Dam: there is a very small lot on Burbank BLVD just after the freeway entrance, but I would suggest parking in the Cricket Complex and Archery Range parking lot on Woodley Avenue. From both parking lots, you will have to ride/walk down paths to get to the actual dam where the event is taking place. (picture below)
  • Please note that these are not city orchestrated events and the potential for being shut down is always possible. If this happens we will pivot to a new location or refund your entry fee if that isn’t possible.

Also big shoutout to our sponsors. There’s some big and surprising names in the mix who have been extremely generous with their prize offerings. Please support these companies to the fullest:

MASTER | FIXATED | RUFF | YNOT | MASH | VOLUME / RESIST | MERRITT / THEORY | CITY GROUNDS | HOLD FAST | FOAD GANG | BIGFOOT

Can’t wait to see everyone there, lets goooo!

CONQUER CONCORD CONTEST

This just in, Halloween weekend, Bigfoot Fixed and Andy Sparks are hosting a NorCal FGFS event! Pro and Am divisions, mini games, all of the good stuff. You already know I’ll be there so I hope to see you there too.

We’ve got the Suck My Comp 6 going down just two weeks apart from this. Is FGFS back??