Life Behind a Lens: Extra Bigger

I have been meaning to post a few images from the dudes over at Extra Bigger for quite some time now.  I originally found out about Extra Bigger after googling the guys from Macaframa; Jason Yim is a major contributor to the Extra Bigger photo stream. Prolly also posts some of their stuff from time to time.  There is a ton of rad photographs and these are a few of my favorites.  Keep the awesome shots coming!

Also be sure to check out their webshop with some rad stickers, American made beanies and a few other assorted goodies.

Dizzee Rascal vs. i-SPEED

I first heard about The OMC through their Bicycle Freestyle clip released a couple weeks ago, which is an unbelievable compilation of bicycle maneuvers in extremely slow motion.  The video includes all different styles of biking and is definitely worth a watch.  This video however, has nothing to do with bicycles.  It's a wild concert video from none other than Gahanian rapper, Dizzee Rascal featuring his new single Heavy.  The crowd is going wild, the beat is dirty and Dizzee is jumping all over the stage. All you have to do now is crank up the bass and click play.

Stanridge Speed "Teaser"

Since I was young, I have always had a strong interest in woodworking.  Using your own hands, and a few well engineered power tools, to build beautiful furniture out of raw wood is one of the most satisfying feelings.  When I got into cycling I instantly took an interest in hand made bicycles. It never ceases to amaze me how these builders can start with raw tubing and a torch and build such a beautiful machine.  In recent months I feel as though private builders have been getting way more notoriety because of sites like Prolly is not Probably and companies like Rapha who are promoting small scale builders to the general public. Anyway this is a rad "teaser" video of Adam Eldridge, the founder of Stanridge Speed talking about the art of building a bicycle frame. I love the the random shots around the workshop, there's nothing cooler than beautiful old shop tools and the final product is so rad.

I can't wait to own a handmade bicycle of my own.

Radness: Kenzo x Vans

Between Highsnobiety and Hypebeast, I have been seeing a ton about this Vans x Kenzo Collaboration and man do they look rad.  I have always been a huge fan of Vans and it's so great that they are branching out and doing some truly unique collaborations.  The green and red ones are so cool, I couldn't help but post them. Also while we are on the subject of cool Vans collections, check out this collection of one off Vans made from Hermes scarves (from mid 2011).

Have a Radical Sunday

Whether you celebrate Easter or not, I hope everyone has a relaxing Sunday filled with food, family and friends.  The weather is beautiful, get out there and ride; I know I will be once I am done digesting this epic brunch.

Life Behind a Lens: Filip Zuan

Spotted on FucknFilthy

I was scrolling through my reader today when I came across some of the most beautifully captured skateboard photographs I have seen in a long time.  The locations, angles and lighting of Filip Zuan's photographs are literally mind blowing.  Although these are a few of my favorites in the skateboarding category he has a ton of rad content that I highly recommend checking out on his website.  I need a camera BAD.

2012 Fraternity Row Criterium at Penn State

Today I attended the annual Fraternity Row Criterium here at Penn State, which was pretty rad. Although the weather wasn't perfect it was much better than last year (it rained the whole time). I'm always blown away by the Penn State course, with so many sharp turns and crazy sprints, there is never a dull moment. Overall a ton of unbelievable bikes, lots of talented cyclists and Penn State took first place in both men's and women's class A races; whoot whoot!

To Infinity and Beyond

Although there are plenty of Instagram haters, I can personally say, I am a fan. It's a great way to snap cool shots on a whim, without carrying around cumbersome camera equipment. If you don't already have one, get one and if you do, follow me as tinj_.  If you have some cool shots maybe I'll follow you back.

DOSNOVENTA Bicycles

So I first heard about these guys over on Prolly is not Probably when he visited Affinity NYC (the first photo is from Prolly; one of my favorite shots as of late) and I was blown away by their aluminum track frames oozing with carbon fiber.  After doing a little more research I discovered an array of aluminum, steel and carbon track frames, that are each beautiful in their own respect, made from the highest quality materials (Columbus Brain, Columbus Airplane 7005-T6, etc.). I couldn't find where the frames are actually manufactured but DOSNOVENTA is based out of Barcelona, Spain and was founded in 2010.  They also have a pretty rad collection of random photos on their tumblr worthy of a quick scroll.

I don't know about you guys but I would kill for that pink Houston, or any off their frames for that matter.  I need to rob a bank, or get a job.  On that note I will leave you with a bit of Balance and Composure.

The Last Ride

The last ride at home is always a bitter sweet one.  The scenery in Bucks County never ceases to amaze me and nothing beats empty back roads with sunny skies. I feel like every time I ride at home, I am discovering new roads and interesting new spots. Today I found a boldly painted, drive-in dry cleaner, a classic covered bridge, The Delaware River and a picturesque lavender farm by a lake. Now back to Centre County; to State College and beyond!

I have also decided to start including a song in most of my posts from now on. It will either be something that I am into at the time, something that relates to the post or just something to jam to. Cheers!