Three Fixed Gear Events in SF This Weekend

MashSF is putting two events including the Twin Peaks Time Trial on Sunday (which includes a race for geared bikes, too) And who can forget the high profile Red Bull Ride+Style event this Saturday. This all happening in the city which I first spied a One Less Fixie sticker 6 years ago. If the collective passion for fixed gear is losing steam, it is doing it very slowly. The "rage" of fixed gear haters may peter out first at this rate.


We are totally looking forward the Red Bull event.... not just to see the some of the more talented riders from around the world, but the art as well.

We were able to get our hands on the competitor's official schedule:

NOON: Qualifying for Track
1:15: Round of 16 riders Begins / Freestyle course closed for practice
3:00PM - Track Finals / Freestyle course open for practice
3:20PM - Freestyle Heat 1 begins (followed by Heat 2, 3 + 4)
4:40PM - Freestyle Finals
5:30PM - Awards Ceremony (Track + Freestyle)

New Soma Saddles

We have released two more saddles inspired by Italian classics (sorry if that sounds like an Olive Garden reference). Each are available in smooth black or white, or black micro-suede synthetic covers and have satin finish CrMo rails.



The Yamada features a full roundish profile on top, medium depth firm padding, and some brass accents. Euro-looks without Euro-trashing your wallet. 150mm x 274mm


The Kyudo has firm padding with a slightly concave top when viewed from the side, which encourages riders to settle into the sweet spot. You can also pitch the angle forward a little to create a slope that you can push against when climbing in the saddle. Definitely will not feel like those flat minimalistic saddles out there.

This week we are offering a special introductory deal on these at the Soma Shop. These will also be available through local bike shops.

New Rider's Collective Issue is Out

Rider's Collective, the webzine that samples some of the best cycling blogs, tips, reviews, and photographs from the web (done with the blessings of the authors) just sent a link to their "year in pictures" issue. A nice lunch time diversion. Please visit.
(Photo by Dave Min taken in Bolivia)

Shorty Fatz Frame With Soma Condorina Bar

Dennis from Fixed Gear Gallery sent us this pic of a custom Shorty Fatz (now POPS Fabrication) 8-series frame he's testing. He was must've noticed how the lines of our Italian cafe racer- inspired bar complemented the unique-looking frame and asked us for one. Look for the review soon.
All their POPS frames are fillet-brazed in San Jose, CA.