CrankMyChain! Cycle TV
Dan Kaufman hosts this Internet televison show by, about, and for cyclists. CrankMyChain! will document psycho bicycle niches, create bike music videos, review parts and accessories, and discuss cycle advocacy. We strive to host an interactive show where others will contribute or respond with their own videos. So go ahead, CrankMyChain!
- The Bicyclist 24: Friend And/Or Foe
Apparently, the producers of The Bicyclist (Craftmaster Independent) have decided to give a us a bonus episode just in time for Christmas. Enjoy the trip.
Zack shares his dark side, hot tub and a plate of brownies with Conrad. - Innovate or Die -- The Choprical Fish
I'm still partial to the Transformation Trike but here's another entry to Specialized Bicycle's Innovate or Die Contest that caught my eye. I'd love to see the Disco Trike get pimped out like this with ground effects, custom cabinets and especially a power generator. Hey dad, what are you doing after New Years??
The Choprical Fish was created by Bike Rapper Paul "Fossil Fool" Freedman for street parties in San Francisco. Not only does the bike look and sound great it can generate it's own power.
Currently, I use two (AC charged) motorcycle batteries to power the Disco Trike so I love the idea of self-powering the system straight from the disco trike grid.
Find out more info about the Choprical Fish at http://www.rockthebike.com - Innovate or Die -- The Transformation Trike
The Transformation Trike is a submission to Specialized's innovate or die pedal powered machine contest. It is a multi-use human-powered vehicle designed for use as a cargo hauler and people mover. The cargo capacity is 350 lbs and can accommodate one, two, or three drivers working in tandem.
The Transformation Trike is designed to be rugged and use off the shelf components to ensure longevity.
The Trike was invented by Aaron Tarfman http://www.yourbodypower.org , fabricated by Bill Stites http://www.stitesdesign.com , video by Dan Kaufman http://www.crankmychain.com - New York City Recreated in Black Rock City
Black Rock City, Nev. - Astor Place got rebuilt at Burning Man but what if spirit of Burning Man could be rebuilt in New York City?
Streetfilms takes up the important and harrowing task of exploring the subject. Thanks for doing it, guys, but can I come next time? - The Two Mile Challenge
First the badass challenge now it's the two mile challenge (actually they were first). Anyway, check out this great little animation from Clif Bar.
The challenge: Ride your bike to fight global warming. 40% of U.S. urban travel is 2 miles or less. 90% of those trips are by car. Take The Challenge at 2MileChallenge.com - B2 Power Means Bicycle Boulevards
PORTLAND, OR - Bicycle Boulevards can make your neighborhood street loveable! Watch to find out how you can tap into B2 Power and why you should.
Timo Forsberg hosts this Bicycle Transportation Alliance infomercial about the city of Portland’s is utilization of Bicycle Boulevards as a neighborhood safety enhancement.
This ten-minute video explains what a bicycle boulevard is and how they can be used to increase safety for cyclists and livability for neighbors.
B2 Power co-stars Bruce Buffington and special appearance by Portland City Commissioner Sam Adams. Mark Allen Eaton and Kelly Jo Horton of the Bicyclist also play a dramatic role in this bicycle propaganda film.
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PS - Please share this video with your friends and family. - The Bicyclist 23: Meet The Cast
A lost episode full of footage that was left on the editing room floor. That's it for the bicyclist for this season. Stay tuned next year for season two.
The Bicyclist is produced by Craftmaster Independent. - Max Taint - Badass Unicrosser
PORTLAND, OR - Winner of the Badass Purse for Riding out to Hillsboro on his Unicycle is Max Taint of Portland. He came in 2nd in the unicross heat. Way to go Max hope your taint ain't sore. - Muddy Cyclocross Crusade Race 7
Hillsboro, Ore. - THIS IS CYCLOCROSS. Cold, rain, mud, fun, and not fun. Turn up the audio for some bonus commentary.
This video is sponsored by http://RiverCityBicycles.com and http://CrossCrusade.com - Transportation Equality Press Conference and Speeches
PORTLAND, Ore.- Transportation activists gathered Friday to speak at a press conference promoting a Sautrday rally for transportation equality. The event was organized by Eleanor Blue and hosted by Jonathan Maus. Speakers included attorneys Bob Mionske and Ray Thomas, activists Scott Bricker, Jessica Roberts, Ellen Vanderslice, and author Joe Kurmaskie who also hosted the rally Saturday.
Dozens including reporters from OPB, KEX, KPAM, KGW and many other attened the press conference, which in turn drew hundreds to the rally.
My camera and microphone were too far from the speakers at Saturday's rally so I do not have good coverage of that event and the great speeches.
Filmmaker Vincent Caldoni was able to capture some footage of a few of the speeches and posted them as part of a great article at the Portland Mercury and YouTube. - The Bicyclist 22: To The Rescue
When the going gets tough, the tough call their girlfriends. - The Bicyclist 21: The Long March
There's got to be a morning after and Conrad, Zack and Jose are worse for the wear. Steve and Lissa have fared better, but the Demon SUV is really cranky. - Barton Park's Baddest Badass
ESTACADA, OR - Four contenders competed for the "Baddest Badass" purse at Cross Crusade Race #5 Sunday.
Tony Tapay had a strong showing in the single speeds and has been declared Baddest Badass. He was followed closely by Badass Tad Bamfod who rides a fixed gear bike.
Jonathan "Badass" Maus who co-hosted the live feed from Barton Park hit a rock wrecked (see the Barton Quick Edit). He fell back a few spots from his strong showing last week.
Greg Sanders also ran into some issues during the race. He did complete it, though, and can also wear the title of Badass, but he can't wear the purse. At least not this week.
All Badasses rode out to the Cyclocross Crusade and completed their race. It's not easy.
Barton Park Race coverage and the Badass Challenge was sponsored by Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory - Cross Crusade Race 5 - Quck Edit
ESTACADA, OR - We set up a live feed from the Cyclocross Crusade Race #5 yesterday at Barton Park. Here is just a taste of what we got from our vantage point in the gravel pit. Jonathan Maus kindly wipes out in front of the camera and we get to see Shannon Skerrit and Carl Decker Battle for 2nd. Get your official race results at CrossCrusade.com.
This video and the live feed we're brought to you by Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory. - Barton Park - Bad Ass Challenge and Live Broadcast
Watch at CrankMyChain.com Sunday.
We'll be live at this Sunday's CrossCrusade race at Barton Park in Estacada and we're throwing out another badass challenge.
It's all sponsored by Oregon's Mt. Hood Territory. - The Bicyclist 20: Capture The Flag
The Demon SUV is after his flag and a piece of Jose.
The Bicyclist is produced by Craftmaster Independent. - Clarence: The Traffic Calming Wizard
New York, NY - Clarence Eckerson, Jr.has morphed into a traffic calming Wizard.
From the StreetFilms Vlog:
We went back to check in how things were progressing on the NYC DOT’s plans for the 9th Avenue physically separated bike lane. The pleasant surprises continue as lane improvements, ample signage, and cyclist-only bike signals have now appeared making the innovative project even safer. And although driver behavior continues to improve, there are a few problems to highlight.
If you enjoyed this, check out others in the series: Clarence: The Tr