Odyssey

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In Cerritos, CA at Odyssey chillin after unpacking the bikes and
putting them back together. Thanks to Ben Ward for picking up Shad,
Jamie Mcparland, and myself from the airport. Trying to recoup from
the early flight after a late night and decide what to ride first.

Losing my Virginity in So Cal!

Ok not really. But the last week with the new bike done but waiting on cranks to arrive to complete it has felt like a virgin trapped in a strip club. I can see it! I just can't ride it. Well cranks arrived at Life Cycle yesterday but I was to busy trying to finish a project that helped fund this trip to make it in to finish putting it together. Made it late today just before closing to finished building it. Dialed in the brakes, did a few bunny hops in the shop, weighed it (21lbs 14oz) and tore it down and packaged it up for my flight. Thanks Levi for staying late so I could do all this.

Never has being old felt so great. Headed down to Steve Swopes Old School reunion AKA "The old man jam" at Woodward west and going to pop that cherry. Pics to follow. Stay tuned.

Now it's time to try and get three hours of sleep before I have to head to the airport.

-Frank-

Progress!

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Set up a Flikr acount to post photos from my iphone. Testing it out with this shot of the new frame that much closer to being done. Went and helped braze on cable guides yesterday. Should get coated tomorrow. Stoked!

HAPPY ST PATTY'S DAY!!!!

THIS ONE'S FOR ALL OUR BROTHERS THAT ARE NOT HERE TO CELEBRATE WITH US!!! ESPECIALLY MY DAD THIS ONES FOR YOU PAPPA COLIN!!!!I MISS YOU!!

Join the Union!

Unfortunately dirt jumps don't build themselves so the Union could use your help. Spring is on its way, the weather is getting better and the mud is turning to moldable dirt once again. Lots of new lines in the works at the Backwoods. Trying to get some more intermediate and beginner lines going, come grab a shovel and pitch in. Don't be lazy and pretend your bike can't leave concrete. Put the brakes back on and ride some trails this summer!

"SURFIN' FOR THE UGLY BROADS"

GOT AN E-MAIL FROM DEAN DICKINSON TODAY ABOUT THIS!!! SOUND LIKE A GOOD TIME!!!! GET UP THERE AND REP THE SCENE!!



Alright dudes its here! Bone Deth's "Surfin' For The Ugly Broads" is having a premiere in Portland. Thursday April 22nd at the Clinton Street Theater 2522 SE Clinton ST Portland, Or 97202. 7pm all ages (viewer discretion is advised) 9pm 21 & over. $6 at the door. Bums, babes, monsters, and BMX. Best monster or Cave Babe costume wins a prize. The video also features a TEAM SHRALP section. Side pipe! Whaaaaaaat?!!!


Aside from the Bone Deth feature, a mini BMX documentary on Burnside will open up the show. Presented by Dean Burrito. Including interviews with Shad Johnson, Rich Hirsch, Bruce Crisman and John Bristol.


Spread the word and celebrate Earth Day at the Clinton Street Theater!


Bone Deth Blog:
bonedeth.blogspot.com



Clinton Street Theater Site:
www.clintonsttheater.com



THANKS!


- Dean Dickinson

Bling!

I owe Levi at Life Cycle Bike Shop big time for this awesome wheel build. It helps having someone with experience beyond just BMX in the bike world to help you find gems like the Sapim double butted spokes lacing these beauties together. I dropped a quarter pound per wheel in weight. He can also get you bmx parts from S&M, Fit, and Animal to name a few.

I have been riding the same basic set up going on six years. No joke. Time for a new whip. My friend Todd Gardner is hooking me up with a custom frame. Dialed. It's been cool getting some hands on experience participating in creating the bike I can't wait to ride. Sorry after dealing with me and my picky ass I don't think he'll do another bmx. If you want a sweet custom fixie, road or Mountain frame hit me up and I'll get you in touch. If you want a custom BMX frame check out Solid or S&M. Here are a couple pics of the frame in progress: