TWOMBOLT LAUNCH INFO AND INSTRUCTIONS

TWOMBOLT CRANKS SHIPPING

Our update to the Wombolt crankset is on its way to shops and distributors. Twombolts (Two+Wombolt) are available now in fluorescent red, white and black. We have RHD-175 at the moment, with LHD and other sizes following soon.

The new features for the crank are as follows;

- Updated mating arm lug for improved fit and increased durability.
- All-new cluster design that optimizes the arm's interface, simplifies assembly, and makes use of a durable AND replaceable elastic retainer band.
- Greatly improved overall function and performance proven both in the lab and during extensive long-term riding.
- 2 lbs. 2.5 oz. / 978g (with Mid BB). 1 lb. 13.5 oz. / 836g (without BB).

New Twombolt mating arms and wedge clusters are compatible with existing Wombolt drive arms.

NEW INSTRUCTION SHEETS:

CLICK BELOW FOR STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS:

1. Slide the sprocket onto the spindle.

2. Lubricate the sprocket bolt threads.

3. Start the sprocket bolt in the crank arm threads. Do not fully tighten it down. This step helps to keep the sprocket properly oriented in the following step.

4. To seat the sprocket, place the spindle in a bench vise and gently tap the crank arm using a hard rubber mallet. Use wood to protect the sprocket. Snug the bolt into place after fully seating the sprocket.

5. Check for the proper bottom bracket spacer tube size by holding the assembly up to the frame's bottom bracket shell.

6. Prep the bottom bracket shell with light grease.

7. Use a bottom bracket press to fully seat the bearings. If a press is not a available, a make-shift version can be made by using two plates (old wood, sprockets, bearings, etc.) a bolt, a nut, etc.

8. Note the fully visible and properly positioned spacer tube in this photo. This spacer tube should always be used.

9. With a 6mm (1/4") sprocket and a Mid BB, use one of the thick (3mm) spindle washers to achieve proper chain alignment. Adjust this spacing as necessary to accommodate any variation with the BB and sprocket size.

10. Slide the spindle all the way through the bottom bracket bearings. The spindle should slide through with only a very gentle amount of force if the bearings have been fully seated in the frame's BB and are manufactured to the proper 22mm inner diameter specification.

11. Note the thick spindle washer (3mm) between the 6mm sprocket and Mid BB.

12. Slide the included spindle washers on. The spindle washer diameter allows the crank arm to move past the wedge cluster, so be sure to back the wedges up against at least one of them.

13. Use enough washers to cover the spindle's "step" between round and hexagonal by at least 1mm.

14. Only the spindle's hexagonal flats should be visible after the washers are installed.

OPTIONAL: Most aluminum dust covers can be used. However, you should be sure to use at least one of the included spindle washers between the dust cover and the wedge cluster. If there is not enough room for this, stick with using the washers alone.

15. A gentle amount of force will allow the new elastic cluster band to expand for installation on the spindle.

16. Slide the wedge cluster into place.

17. Flip each individual wedge up and apply anti-seize to the spindle's hex flats.

18. Lube the spindle threads.

19. Lube the wedge faces that contact the arm.

20. Smooth the anti-seize over the entire wedging face.

21. Push the crank arm onto the wedges.

22. Use anti-seize on the lip where the locking bolt contacts the crank arm.

23. Lube the lock bolt threads.

24. Tighten the lock bolt as needed with an ordinary "long" 6mm hex key wrench (shown).

25. Check the sprocket bolt tightness.

26. The cranks should spin freely in the bottom bracket if you've done everything properly. For additional tips and information, please check the instruction sheet included with the crankset.

JIM CIELENCKI/NEW RIDE SITE

Jim Cielencki has a little Q&A on the new RideBMX site.

Our own Jim Bauer will also be blogging on that bad boy, so be sure to check that out too. You never know what he might drop in there.

Check it out.

TERRY ADAMS ON TCUB

Terry's got a pro Q&A on thecomeupboard. The dude is awesome, so go there and ask him something.

Be sure to check out his bio/interview in the current props too!!

Mike Vincent EBAY Benefit auction

Ebay Auction established to raise funds for injured Action Sports BMX Athlete Mike Vincent

LOS ANGELES (July 12, 2008) -- On January 18, while riding his bike to work Mike Vincent, a former BMX rider who has been a prominent fixture in the sport for many years, was struck by a car. He sustained major head trauma and many bodily injuries, including the possibility of permanent loss of sight. Like many action sports athletes, Mike did not have any insurance at the time of the accident therefore payment for all of his treatment and future rehabilitation and surgeries, outside of a life-threatening emergency, will have to come out of his own pocket.
In addition to competing in BMX, Mike has worked as a judge for all of the major action sports competitions, including the X Games, LG Action Sports World Tour, AST Dew Tour, and the former Gravity Games. He has also been a part of most of the core BMX competitions, including Rebel Jam and the CFB events. During the off-season he worked as a professional caddy at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, in Gainesville, VA.
Over the last few months the industry has assisted Mike by participating in local fundraisers and donating their heart, time and money when needed. However, the need is greater than anyone could have ever imagined and the support must continue in every way possible. Realizing that at any time Mike’s plight could be their own, the industry has established an Ebay auction to raise funds for Mike’s current and future treatment. At the 6th month mark of Mike’s accident, an auction will be opened on EBay. On Friday, July 18th, at 12:00 PM EST the auction will go live online. Many athletes and friends have graciously donated items for this cause. All items will be offered for only 10 days. Final bids must be completed by 12:00 PM EST on July 27th.

Click continue for full list of prizes

Some of the auction items include:
* DC x SE Quadrangle 24 in Cruiser: Limited Edition
* Haro Forum Pro Lite BMX: autographed by Ryan Nyquist
* Redline Flight Pro BMX Racing Bike
* X Games 14 VIP Package for 4
* Camp Woodward: one week action sports camp
* Ryan Sheckler’s autographed Plan B 3D Skate Deck
* Paul Rodriguez's autographed Plan B Signature Skateboard Deck
* Chris Haslam’s autographed Almost Skateboards Deck
* Bucky Lasek's autographed signature Element Skateboard
* PLG's autographed signature Darkstar Skateboard
* Jake Brown's autographed Blind "Eternal Life" Slam Deck
* Tony Hawk's autographed 8x10
* Mat Hoffman’s autographed Bell helmet worn during X Games 13 Mega Ramp Contest
* Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg’s signed Thor Jersey worn during Moto X World Championships
* Chad Reed's autographed San Manual/Yamaha team THOR MX pants
* Callaway and King Cobra golf clubs
* Boutique shoes by Jimmy Choo and Society for National Dress
* Playboy merchandise package

For a full detailed list of auction items please go to: http://www.actionsportstour.com/mikevincent/benefits/ebayauction.html
For details and updates on Mike's condition please visit www.actionsportstour.com/mikevincent/ or contact Olivia Elizandro at 310 738 0936 or via email at MikeVincentUpdates@gmail.com
The road to recovery will be a long one, but together we can make a difference.
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New K-Lyte folding tires are in. All styles.

This is weird. A Terry contest post below a new product post (rubber one at that), same as yesterday.

Anyway, the K-Lyte tires are now in stock, and shipping to distributors as we speak.

K-Lyte is the foldable kevlar beaded version of the already light P-Lyte tire series. P-Lyte ply and kevlar Beads make super light, durable tires.

Aitken "street" in 2.25 (biggest tire available) and 1.90
Aitken "knobby" in 2.125
Path in 2.1 and 1.85
Dirt Path in 1.85 and 2.2
Frequency G in 1.85 and 1.75

Contact your local shop or mailorder for more info.

Terry in Mexico. With evidence.

Wow, how did Terry have time to get from Germany to Mexico so fast? Wild.

Part One
Part Two

by:Chad Shack

NEW GRISWALD GRIPS ARE IN

Click below to check out a pic of the new Griswald grips, which are available now. These are comfy, and the grip of choice for my bmx. Jim Cielencki had a pair of these on his bike at last years interbike in case they look familiar.

Available in black, with the others coming soon.

Contact your local shop or mailorder for more info.

Terry is a Master.

Terry Adams, all over the world at every contest, never not making the podium.

2008 Masters in Germany. 3rd place behind Sam Foakes and Adam Kun.

More media here, here and here.

NEW MIKE AITKEN SEATS ARE IN

Speaking of Aitken, the new Nightwolf and Denim Red saddles have arrived at our warehouse, and they are looking niiiiiice.

The Nightwolf saddles are available in the two colorways shown, Grey and Blue/lavender fade. The NEW Denim version is a "reverse" black denim (opposite side of regular black denim), which looks like a light greyish and has red stiching. You may have seen it on Chase Hawk's bike, as they were his idea.

Contact your local shop or mailorder for more info.

OLD MIKE AITKEN AD

I had to hack into Bauer's computer today to look for a photo, and came across this Aitken ad from a little while back. Basically, It's being posted because it's badass!!!

This photo was taken in our warehouse here in California during one of Mike's visits. Our sketchy ramps were setup in front of the stock shelves (you can see some of the inventory) in the best location to allow Mike some setup and runway space from outside. Jeff Z. was called in, and Mike fired out this sweet move.

If you look closely, you can see our forklift, and the extension cord which is powering the Odyssey sign.

Click on the pic to see it big.

Have a good 4th of July weekend!

AARON ROSS FLUORESCENT RED

The Fluorescent Red Aaron Ross kit is available now*.

Parts include:

Aaron Ross Spacebars
Lumberjack bars
Aaron Ross signature grips
Small, Medium & Trigger Monolevers
Evo 2 brakes
Race CS2 forks
Hazard lite rims/36 Hole
Trailmix pedals/Looseball
Twisted PC's

*Directors, cranks and hubs coming soon.

Contact your local shop or mailorder for more info.

Props 69

The new Props showed up yesterday, just in time for some good lunchtime viewing.

The new issue features Terry Adams on the cover, as well as Matt Beringer on the back cover. On the inside, Terry has an interview, and Matt has a "day in the life" piece.

Check the trailer HERE. Peep Terry's wild peg to pedal move. Lots of good stuff. Pick it up.