Pedalfest 2013

If you didn't make it out to Pedalfest in Oakland this weekend you missed out big time. Lot's of cool bikes and bike folks. Several local shops and builders were on hand showing of their wares and chatting with attendees. Shout outs to Sean from Soulcraft (thanks for the hat!), Steve Rex, Inglis Cycles, Bruce Gordon and Paul Comp. There was also an awesome exhibit of vintage bikes including an OG chrome Breezer.

I was super jealous of this original Peugeot PX-10.

Missing Link from Berkeley was there, with a nice selection of goodies.

Manifesto out of Oakland had some interesting bikes on hand, including this custom build equipped with Sturmey Archer drum brakes.

Loving the white wall Soma New Xpress tires!

This bike wasn't on display, but it was such a nice build I had to check it out. I was really impressed by the custom rack and Laplander tote bag. Thanks for letting me geek out on your bike!

This bike was equipped with a Bachetta 3 speed shift lever mounted to the seat stay. Maximum classiness.

Were you there? What was the coolest thing you saw? Do you think Soma should have a booth next year? Let us know in the comments.

Soma Tradesman Bike Shop in Athens Greece

Pretty cool idea from 48x17 in Athens Greece!

More info can be found here.

48x17.com/en/shopfront/2013/07/05/english-cu-pop-up-service-bike-project/

American Cyclery Sale this Weekend

Just a heads up for folks in the Bay Area, our buds at American Cyclery are having a big ol sale this sunday. Check it out, especially if you're looking to pick up some Soma gear on the cheap.

CCA Urban Mobility Framebuilding Course

If you've been thinking about building your own bike frame and you live in the Bay Area you may want to check out the Urban Mobility Framebuilding course over at California College of the Arts. They're offering a second session this year (I'm in the first session which is wrapping up now), and they're accepting application now.

The second session is taught by Matt Feeney of Pass & Stow racks. You can find more info on the course here.