Archive for June, 2011
The Summer Solstice–June 21–is today, meaning that those of us in the Northern Hemisphere will experience the longest period of daylight of the entire year. This is the day we wish for during the darkest, dankest days of the winter and–it’s here! How will you celebrate?
Below are just a… Read the rest
From the Wall Street Journal:
“Dear God, your son walked on water but we know it would have been a lot more fun if he had a surf board or boogie board,” Rieder said as he splashed holy water onto the boards and their owners. “Let’s ask his blessing … Read the rest
His name, Vieux Farka Touré, may be hard to pronounce, but the music on his newly released album is smooth, subtle and powerfully easy to listen to. Each track on The Secret… Read the rest reaches my ear with a sense of familiarity, as if I’ve heard the song before… though I know
Fort Collins designer and part owner of Panda Cycles, Zach Yendra, recently sent us an e-mail that highlighted his latest work in progress: the keg trike. From Zach himself:
I took a look at what was available and wasn’t that impressed with whats out there. From there I decided to … Read the rest
Earlier this week, the Oregonian … Read the restposted a short article revealing a strange site in downtown Portland. A swarm of bees had followed their queen to a cherry tree. Within minutes, the cluster grew 2 feet long. They hung so low, apparently, that a skateboarder narrowly missed getting a “face full
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Teresa Czaja, who submitted the above shot. Here’s what she had to say about it:
To me, June means hitting the water and searching out all of the new life! Kayaking is one of the best ways to see all the new wild babies. … Read the rest
On day six of the 2011 Tour Divide, race leader Kurt Refsnider had ridden his bicycle nearly 1,200 miles and was hammering through the high desert of Wyoming. Several chasers were hot on his trail. Meanwhile, more than 700 miles back, “Lanterne Rouge” Justin Simoni was clocking 0.1 miles per… Read the rest
Several customers at a U.S. Post Office in Dutch Harbor, AK. have reportedly been attacked by two bald eagles who are said to be protecting their chicks in a nest located near the Post Office. Although no serious injuries have ensued from the attacks, one bird is said to have… Read the rest
This weekend, Catalan trail runner Kilian Jornet ran to the top of Mount Olympus in just over five hours, setting a world record for the fastest climb of the mountain. The trek took him up 45 kilometers (about 28 miles) over 3,500 miles of elevation gain over rough terrain.… Read the rest
Let’s be real: skateboarding can be really cool, but it can also really hurt (not just your ego) if you’re not careful.
From David: (Aren’t arms supposed to be turned the other way?)
From Jimmy: (This kid needs some better friends.)
From Paul: (That’s just bad luck.)… Read the rest
What is it with people trying to steal bicycles at all costs these days? According to Seattle Crime, a man reportedly used a bicycle to fend off a butcher knife-wielding attacker this morning.
The victim had been standing next his friend’s bike when the suspect attempted to steal it. Some… Read the rest
The first minute of this video serves to explain why the man in it, Casey Neistat, was fined for riding outside of the bike lane. The rest of it serves to demonstrate why it’s virtually impossible to always ride within the bike lane. It’s hilarious. Watch it all.… Read the rest
The Jackalope Saints are a Portland-based string band that plays folk-bluegrass music rooted in tradition with an updated style. The Saints’ bio explains the group as follows:
Adding a twist of soul and stirring the pot a new sound surfaces: Navy Bluegrass River Rock. It is the howling sound of … Read the rest
If being in a gearstore is like being like a kid in a candystore, buying candy in a gearstore is like being a kid in Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. Choosing snacks to bring on the trail is a great excuse to buy candy, especially for people who have to justify… Read the rest
This video was recently posted on YouTube–a bike thief chopping down a tree to get to a bike chained to it. From the person who posted the vid:
Chopped down a ginkgo tree to steal a f**king department store bike chained with a thin cable lock. I have no words…… Read the rest
