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The “Local” Plug: Three Carbon 3rensho?!

Back in January, when I was in Tokyo, I found myself standing in front of something I genuinely felt lucky to witness. During a visit to 25Las, he showed me his most recent acquisition…

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Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Track Bike Union 2024 on Expired B&W

After a five-year break, Track Bike Union (TBU) was back—and I was all in for it! If you haven't heard of TBU, let me give you a quick intro to what might just be the most laid-back velodrome event you'll ever experience…

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One Slow day, Tokyo Micro Style

Good news for all of you travelers: Japan is reopening its borders to non-visa holders this November! This means two things: first off, I’m genuinely happy for many of you that have been dreaming to travel this far with the recent appreciation of Japanese culture..

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Bike Check: Nickolas’s Stoemper Track

When you start to look into boutique frame builders you’re usually in for a wild ride. Sizing, color, custom bits, waiting time, and of course money are many reasons for a lot of us to go back to simplicity and pick something off the shelf.

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