Upcoming issue of Rouleur (#21) with Keirin racers on the cover! See some more scans here.
Angelenos, did you know that Rouleur is available at the Paul Smith store on Melrose? Go pick me up a copy for Christmas.
Found on Tracko.
the world is my velodrome.
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AFFINITY x KENZO MINAMI = DIGITIZER
A CINECYCLE PRODUCTION
Kenzo Minami is an artist and designer who grew up in Japan in the 80’s. During this time, Japan experienced a huge economic boom fueled by the country’s technological supremacy. The graphic design that dominated this era was one that underscored the “more is more” attitude. Japanese design embraced a euphoric idealism of the new digital frontier where design became a fantastic reflection of all technology could be. Kenzo’s inspiration for “Digitizer” came from this nostalgia of his childhood. However, this inspiration is tempered with a practical purpose. “Within the chaos of visual information found on city streets it is important that the design allows the bicycle to stand out and be recognized by both pedestrians and cars alike,” reflects artist Kenzo Minami. “The colors and patterns on the bicycle were carefully conceived and laid out with the understanding that they will not only be seen when the frame and wheels are static but more importantly how they will be transformed when the bicycle is in motion.”
Cinecycle curated this project, with the goal of producing an item of extreme beauty and quality, which explores the intersection of form, function and design. To that end, Cinecycle is proud to have brought together premiere artist Kenzo Minami and Affinity Cycles to create the “Digitizer” project. “Digitizer synthesizes concepts that are fundamental to our culture with regard to how technology can inform and transform our perception of space. Affinity Cycles, Kenzo Minami and Cincecyle have come together to create a project that expresses how the cyclist, even in our modern digital age, still represents the most simple and effective union of man and machine,” says Daniel Leeb, CEO, Cinecycle.
Love this image of Six Day riders in the 60’s getting some rest on the track. Photo was taken by French film director Robert Bresson.
Found on Copenhagenize.
This weekend in Boston!
Superb Bicycle is proud to present Bella Biciclette, an exhibition of beautiful vintage bicycles from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Expect to see bicycles from Colnago, De Rosa, Rossin, Takhion, Eddy Merckx and even a Cinelli Laser. All bicycles and frames at the show will be available for purchase. Please RSVP by emailing RSVP@SuperbBicycle.com with your name in the subject line. Beverage and light appetizers will be provided and formal dress is suggested. RSVP will be required for entry and remember we have limited space inside our shop so there might be a line to get in, *hint* arrive early!
If you are a collector, or very interested in purchasing one of these unique bicycles please let us know in your RSVP as we will be having a special early showing for seriously interested buyers.
Last years “Hot Bike” contest was such a success that we will be throwing another one this year. We will have categories such as: Best Paint Job, Most Aero, Most Original, and Best Vintage Style. Bring your hottest bike as long as you didn’t place in last years competition. This years judging will be by attendees of the show so everyone can vote! The winners will get prizes from some of our favorite brands and entry into the contest is only $5.
Please be respectful of our neighbors and no outside drinks will be permitted in the shop.
Digging this series of illustrations from last week’s Amsterdam Six-Day by Horst Brozy.
See more on The Fixed Gear.
Tonight in San Francisco!
After a successful debut in 2009, ARTCRANK return to San Francisco on Friday, October 22 at Chrome Messenger Bags in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood. The 2010 show features even more posters by Bay Area artists. Admission to ARTCRANK San Francisco is free, and all posters will sell for $30.
Check all the deetz here.
A page from a beautifully illustrated French picture book about the Paris Six Day Races. See more pages at Elcyclista.
Found on Milano Fixed.
“No Holds Barred Death Race” by I Love Dust.
This poster will be a part of the art show for Bicycle Film Festival in London. The show kicks off tomorrow at The Wilkes Gallery next to Shop 14 in the Old Truman Brewery. Love it!
Found on Southsea Fixed Gear Fight Club.
Quinn Hatfield portrait by Joe Pugliese.
Check out Pugliese’s excellent photo-story on Quinn Hatfield’s Elite Nats Kilo at La Gazzetta Della Bici.
