Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Bike Check: Romario’s Corima Contreau

What you’re seeing now is the first of a few bike checks I did while visiting Romario’s collection in Hong Kong. Private collectors like Romario don’t always grant access to photographers or media outlets…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Catch Slow Spin Society on The Radavist

This is a proud moment for me! When I started Slow Spin Society, I was sitting in front of my laptop, trying to find a way to express my deep love for cycling, one that resonated…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Bike Check: Cole’s Weis Hammer Gravel SL

Let me start with this: What happens when a frame builder crafts a bike for himself? A show bike of course, but also a machine built to ride, travel, and showcase his work everywhere he goes…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Sharp Frames, Sharper Looks. The Future of Stratos

I am lucky enough to be surrounded by friends with amazing projects and jobs within the “cycling sphere.” Today, I want to share an interview I did with Kaito a few months ago when he took me to the Stratos Workshop.

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Bike Check: Mathias Skream Magnum

If you’ve recently seen one of the movies I help produce for Skream Bikes during my trip between Tokyo and Hong Kong, you’ve probably seen a back on black Skream Magnum, ridden by no other than Mathie a.k.a. @deythos

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Tuned NYC: The Craft and The Culture

Nestled at the corner of Sackett and Nevins Street in the heart of Brooklyn, Tuned is one of the go-to bike shop in New York if you want top-notch quality service, and a great selection of parts and components

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Bike Check: Jaming’s Peloton

Throughout 2024, I noticed more and more builds following the same pattern. And I have to admit, even though it's not a new concept, the idea of a vintage steel track frame modernized with drops and brakes is becoming increasingly tempting…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

A Better Way to Enable the Stories You Love

First, thank you for your continued support of Slow Spin Society. It means the world to me and keeps this ad-free, independent media platform alive. I want to share some updates and be transparent about what's been happening behind the scenes…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

More Cool Bikes From Bike Lore

You already know what time it is! Another Bike Lore, another collection of cool bike builds I’ve been hunting around the event. And this time we truly have a bit of everything: Hand made gravel, cargo bike prototype, vintage mtb…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Bike Check: Taka’s Master Hightek

No, you're not on SMC, but yes, today's feature is a 26” Fixed Gear Freestyle bike. Am I biased because of the fiery paint job? Absolutely. But when Taka made the journey all the way from Kyoto to tear up some iconic spots in the heart of Tokyo…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Life with the No.22 Little Wing: A Long-Term Review

This is it! The review I’ve been carefully shaping over the past six months, reflecting on every detail both on and off the bike during my time with the No. 22 Little Wing. That said, my goal here is to share my genuine, unfiltered thoughts…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

A little Teaser…

If you caught the latest episode of the Slow Spin Society Podcast, you’ll know that Rob, Mathias, and I, together with an incredible production team and Skream Bikes…

Read More
Paul Declercq Paul Declercq

Slow Spin Society, 2024 Still On Film…

Here we are once again... one year has passed! Is Slow Spin Society the only cycling media produced entirely on film in recent years? I'm not certain, but likely so…

Read More