December/January’s Newsletter
Hey there, fellow pedal pushers and cycling aficionados! Buckle up for the monthly shenanigans from the Slow Spin Society! As we prepare for another month of leisurely exploration and two-wheeled hilarity, Slow Spin Society invites you to join the fun as we pedal our way through life in the slow lane savouring the best articles that Paul has to offer. This newsletter is your VIP ticket to a sidesplitting summary of the latest podcasts, blogs, and releases from SSS. So grab your helmet and let's roll... slowly!
This newsletter rounds up December and January. There were two podcasts in December and a scheduled break in January, which I'm sure you noticed, or maybe you didn't. If you didn't then that's really upsetting. Luckily you have plenty of blog posts and film photographs of bikes, bikes and more bikes. So.
Plenty to indulge in. Enjoy!
Stuff to Listen to…
Amanda and Rob discussed mental toughness during their free reign from Paul episode, they talked about the difficulties of the change into winter, struggling to commute or just ride in the poor weather, and discussed the importance of taking a break sometimes. The last full podcast of the year had the full gang talk about 2023, what they thought they did right and wrong, plans for 2024 and an important need to have a break in January 2024. And as rightly so, went through some nostalgia of some nice moments spent on the bike in 2023.
Paul and Connor who is a long time supporter of the SSS community, discussed the intricacies of film photography and where passion all started. As well as all things camera related , so if you are also a camera nerd. You should really give that a listen.
Some Stuff to Read
🛠️ Yuki's Carbon Kalavinka: A Unique Blend of Speed and Style
Yuki's Carbon Kalavinka bike, originally used in the Girls Keirin Association, stands out with its eccentric bottom bracket for enhanced cornering. Featuring Sugino 75 cranks, Thomson components, and a Hed Belgium Plus front wheel, the build combines traditional Japanese style with modern functionality. Equipped with TRP brakes for street riding and long dropouts for easy gear changes, Yuki's bike is a unique blend of speed, style, and rarity.
📰 Join LLT: A Paper Art Piece Filled with Cycling Goodness
Last year, Corentin, a member of the SSS community, invited Paul to join his new project: LLT, a paper art piece filled with cycling content. The first issue launches on March 15, 2024, with a launch party at Stolen Garage near Paris. The weekend event includes a social ride on Saturday and an Alleycat race on Sunday, offering a fun-filled "friends and cycling" experience. Rumours suggest a bike show and the chance to meet Paul, the man behind the camera and everything else. Apart from the newsletter, that's me. Ross. shameless plug.
PS. Paul is as mysterious as he is online.
📸 Snapshot Highlights from 2023
As we entered 2024, Paul shared some overlooked snapshots from the past year. These glimpses of everyday life captured through his lens showcase a mix of street scenes and details that often go unnoticed. Compiled from over 140 images taken with various cameras, including the Nikon F100, Konica Recorder, and Leica M6, these moments are frozen in time, waiting to be appreciated. Hopefully, they inspire you to pick up your own camera and start documenting your experiences.
🚗 Unver Rapid: Where Bike and Car Culture Collide
Unver, a brand under Blue Lug, merges bike and car culture to create the Unver Rapid, a steel frame bike designed for Japanese riders. Led by Tommy, with experience in track bikes and mechanics, the project focused on responsiveness and skid capability for Tokyo's streets. Featuring a simple design, internal cable routing, and brake holes for versatility, Unver aims for international retail after testing in the Japanese market, emphasising quality and a great riding experience.
🔥 Slow Burnin’ Man: Sean's Versatile Mash Steel Bike
At Slow Burnin’ Man in Japan, Sean, aka @slowleak from the Mash Crew, unveiled his Mash steel bike equipped with tracklo, street, and criterium setups. Despite initial scepticism about the raw/teal colour scheme, Sean's bike proved impressive in person. His tracklo setup featured a unique mix of components, including a customised drivetrain and specialised gear ratio for tracklocross. With meticulous details and a custom wheel set, Sean showcased his expertise in bike building.
👀 A personal look back on 2023
In 2023, Paul's relationship with cycling gear shifted. Once focused on the latest parts, he found joy in the simplicity of riding with loved ones. Despite personal challenges, he connected with the cycling community during travels. Through SSS, Paul balanced passion with authenticity, aiming for quality over quantity. In 2024, he invites you to join his journey of rediscovery in cycling expression.
🚴 Amelia's Titanium Weiss:
Amelia's custom Weis titanium frame turned heads during the great alleycat of london. Its blue-purple anodizing showcased Weis' craftsmanship. Weis now exclusively focused on titanium frames, emphasising quality. Amelia's bike is a versatile racing machine, designed for both criteriums and long rides. With a Weis-Raketa wheel collaboration and classic Sugino 75 drivetrain, it's a blend of performance and reliability. The Zipp SL70 Aero handlebars add comfort and functionality.
Of course, all blog posts are up and live for you to enjoy wherever you are, bath, shower, toilet.
Thank you to this month Patrons :
Cyril kleinpoort, Sherif Soliman, Artemiy Golenko, Róbert Pollák, Stanley, Johnnie B, Nick Atherton, Nick Wyatt, Tad Onchi, ANTHONY LIU, vxarea, Jordan Wang, Jack Talbot, Johnathan A Ball, Paul, Yannik Brink, Nils Frey, Femi Agbabiaka, Chris Mitchell, Henryk Wollik, Mark Henderson, ritzelfunken, Jean-Jérémy, Valentin von Marenholtz, Fixie Corner, Borntosvffer, ClarkeStreet, shelton summersgill, Brad Davis, K C, Edward W, CorentinM, A.Danger, Florian R, Alexander Kittel, Mathieu Hivonnait, Robert Cairns, Tamás Slabéczi, Saiybon, Patrick Kupczyk, Marius_five, Diego M
For supporting us and the Slow Spin Society project.
✍️ : Ross Kent
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