Surly lands a huge Dump

When the world of the inner-web just gives you a bunch of bologna on a daily basis Surly just sits back and does its work quietly. Testing, riding the crap out of stuff until it is just right, until they become instant classics. Check out the latest post to just get an idea of what is going to happen in the cycling world. Moonlander, Truckers with Disc Brakes, the Ogre, up-dated Monkeys, new tires, rims, colors. Man, I am just losing it.
Here goes the link. Go Nuts. See you tonight for the Gypsy Caravan.

Ari
http://www.surlybikes.com/blog/

Gypsy Caravan is this Friday 5:00 pm.

5 pm at the back of the shop. No jerseys allowed. Bring food, drink, a guitar, a horn, whatever you want. Will ride 40 miles on gravel, pavement, dirt. Bugs, rain, flies, darkness, bring lights.
If you really need more info contact the guy on the picture. He can "guide" you the right way.

Gypsy Caravan is where everyone wants to be!


thanks T.J, thanks B.B. for the Artwork.


out,

Ari

Trans Iowa is on my mind. Oh Boy!!!!!!!

Trusty BMC is ready for more adventure

As most of you endurance freaks have read or heard the Trans Iowa Version 8 has been announced. Affectionately known as V-8 and not to be mistaken with no juices or cars. This is V-8 that will turn your body inside out and make you numb for months. So we are now in the planning stages as to how to tackle this monster. We have gone to DK200, we have done long rides, we have done the Fruit Loop, and we think and we have nightmares. I have an enourmous passion for this race and just to be lined up for it gives me the chills. Iowa is like no other. She is beautiful, calm, remote, brutal and peaceful. The hills are relentless and make your bones hurt. The weather turns on a dime and makes your life miserable.
I have dreamt for many years to finish the race. I have thought about it and analyzed it for days on end. The Fruit Loop was and incredible ride and clocking 255 with all those hills, gravel and heat was truly an experiment in survival. I still have some numbness in my foot and my right hand. As I approached the 255 mark I became very excited to know that I still had another 70 miles in me to complete the 325 which is Trans Iowa. That ride proved to be a great measure of where we are.
This winter will be brutal as I will embrace the Pugsley and my snowshoes and tackle those tough days when it becomes near impossible to venture outside. There will be no excuses but hard work ahead. V-8 might be the last version and it might be my last chance. I will be checking on equipment such as new frames, wheels and components. My plan is to go uber-prepared.
Training rides will commence September 1st, 2011. In the past I have commenced in October but this year I am altering my plan. I will post training rides and if you wish to join you are welcome. A lot of the rides will take place at night, also during rain, snow, and cold.

thanks for reading,

Ari
Slender Fungus Cycling Association.

The Gypsy Caravan is August 26th, 2011

The Gypsy Caravan Pugsley ride will take place on August 26th, 2011 at 5:15 pm from the back of North Central Cyclery. Please no Jerseys. Wear something fun and bring food, drink and music.

Ari

This Gypsy Video is dedicated to B.B. since he is considered a prince amongst the gypsies because of his beautiful blue eyes. Enjoy it B.B. and dance on!

It has been announced

http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/

Here is the route for Pugsley Ride #1

Still working on the date since August is such a busy month at the shop.
Ari







Thanks for sending this T.J.
You Rock!

Salsa Cycles Selma Titanium

Ovalized Downtube for an efficient drivetrain

Internal Bearings for a larger diameter headtube thus a larger downtube possible since

there is more surface to weld on .

Selma Ti with alternator dropouts. Set up single speed but possible to run 1x9or10 with different dropouts.

Race face Turbine, White Industries hubs, Blunt rims, Misc stem bar, Stem

Gave up on the idea of running my surly 1x1 with 29er wheels and opted for this great frame.

Been riding it a couple of days and will trim the steerer tonight to finish it up. Ride quality is spectacular and weight wise around 21 lbs with a bunch of used heavy stuff. Frame size is XL

Selma Ti 29er Xl

Vamonos!