August 22nd, 2009
The IRONMAN is happening this coming weekend and On Your Left Cycles is ready to tune your bike for the race. Stop by or give us a call and get your bike ready to go for the event. We have a new Park Tri bike repair stand attachment and it makes servicing your bike very easy.
August 21st, 2009
We were very excited when these arrived in the mail today. The Classic Hub from Industry Nine are made in Asheville, North Carolina and use good old j-bend spokes. I9 hubs feature a three degree engagement system allowing near instant power transfer to the wheel as soon as you start to crank. They also have less drag than most hubs for smooth rolling on the trail. I9 also offers complete wheel sets with their own aluminum spokes that create a very stiff wheel. Spokes come in a variety of colors and thread in directly to the hub eliminating nipples on the out side of the rim which cuts down on rotational weight. Come by the shop and check these out, they'll be built up and sent out on the trail very soon.
August 20th, 2009
Here's some bmx riding from the Forecastle Bmx Ramp Jam. This was put together by former OYLC employee and world's tallest man Matt Ballard.
Click the Bmx tab at the top to view the full extended version.
August 19th, 2009
Looks like there won't be a race on the 23rd of August, Green River was damaged and it hasn't been resheduled. That makes the Race for the Graves the last race of the season. The event looks to be put together pretty well and the trails sound like they are pretty fun. If anyone is planning on making the hour long trip to Burlington, Ky for the season ender I would love to tag along, shoot me a call and I can gaurentee your bike will be dialed that day for the race.
Here's some carbon Componetry from the crew over at Edge. The MTB Riser bar is very strong, yet light coming in at 175 grams. Edge is a relatively new company with very innovative ideas and the knowledge to back them up. They have engineers that have been in the carbon indusrty for over thirty years. Click here to find out more about Edge.
Lizard Skin's charger grip is a new item we've been stocking in the shop. They are very comfortable and come in both regular and lock-on versions. You'll also be happy to know that they are made in America.
Smith sunglasses have been on a hiatus here at the shop over the past year. We are now stocking them regularly again if you need a new pair of shades.
August 18th, 2009
There will be a Memorial ride for fallen triathlete/father/husband John Carr, this Saturday Aug 22 @ 9AM.
Meet at Yellow Lot (1/2 mile east of Tumbleweed) on River Rd for a slow & Easy 17 mile ride.
Donations to an education fund for the Carr children can be made at any Republic Bank in KY or IN, or Commonwealth Credit Union, Lexington or at the Saturday, August 22 ride
Take a look at this De Rosa Neo Primato... I honestly don't know where to start with this one. De Rosa bikes are hand built in Italy and were responsible for making most of Eddy Merckx bikes. Let us know if there's a bike in their line up you like.
The Neo Primato is a steel lugged bike that rides like a modern frame, but keeps the classic look that it's always had.
The lugged drops contain a hand built set of Chris King hubs laced to Mavic Open Pro rims.
All the tubes meet up in the beautiful bottom bracket.
Here's the De Rosa Signature on the chain stay.
Small things like the De Rosa name in the fork are just the beginning when it comes to detail.
August 13th. 2009
Here's a ride coming up on the 30th of August. Meet here at the shop at 3p.m. and we'll head out to Mike Lennig's for some food and a return trip.
Here's a good site to take up some extra time on the internet, Failblog post some of the most random things to ever fail on the planet. There's at least one cycling fail every week like the one you see below.
August 12th, 2009
Veer explores America’s fast-growing bicycling culture by profiling five people whose lives are inextricably tied to bicycling and the bike-centric social groups they belong to. Veer examines what it means to be part of a community, and how social movements are formed. There is a screening Tuesday August 25th at the Clifton Center, show time is set for 7:30 so mark your calendar. Click here for more info.
August 11th, 2009
Here's some photos from this weekends Waverly mountain bike race. Tom Moran shot almost two hundred pics from this years extremely hot, but very fun race. Take a look at the action right here.
August 7th, 2009
Here's a teaser for Freeride Entertainment's New World Disorder 10. This features Darren Berrecloth in his quest for the perfect video part. We'll have this video as soon as it's released.
August 6th, 2009
SHUTTLE RUNS start Sunday August 16th at Fort Duffield! Five dollars for the day will allow you to be transported to the top(where the fort is) and pick which trail you'd like. All of the proceeds got to trail maintenance efforts and you can contact the guy pictured below for more info right here.
Fresh out of Ramona, California is this new Ellsworth Evolve. This is the top of the line when it comes to mountain bikes... the Evolve features a Fox Rp23 shock for it's full suspension aluminum frame. The Fox fork uses the new QR15 thru axle for a stiff front end. Avid Elixir CR brakes allow the bike to slow down when going into the corner and believe me they stop on a dime. Twenty nine inch No Tubes rims hand built with DT spokes to Chris King hubs. We can build a bike exactly to your spec on any Ellsworth frame, let us know if there's a set up your wondering about.
Here's the new King hub with a QR15 thru axle. You can see the hub's diameter is larger than normal, this allows for the use of a 20mm axle if you ever wish to.
A blue Chris King headset ties the whole bike together and matches the blue anodized frame, Ellsworth anodizes their frames to keep them looking new and scratch free.
August 4th, 2009
What a crazy day! Mother nature can be pretty wild sometimes. Drop us an e-mail if you have any crazy commuting stories from getting stuck in the mess.
This is one of the best builds we've done lately... a Waterford steel, lugged frame built with Reynolds tubing in the great state of Wisconsin. Chris King hubs laced to campy rims with green Vittoria pave EVO tubulars keep it rolling smooth. Kent Eriksson seat post and a Campy compact crank finish the bike off right.
Two new bags from Chrome are here in stock for you to try out. Keep your gear dry on days like today with the weather proof Ranchero. Two back pack style straps give you plenty of support when carrying anything you can fit in the 1400 cubic inche bag. The Citizen comes in a variety of colors unlike this one which is all black including the buckle. As always Chrome bags carry a lifetime warranty and are made in the U.S.
July 31st, 2009
With the excitement of the tour over, you should take a look at THESE Photos. Photographer Brent Humphreys gives us a good take on the Tour, including all the rad details like the fans and all the sideline stuff. This site was also easy to click through, which is a plus.
July 30th, 2009
We keep a separate bmx blog going if you want to ever check out what's going on in the Louisville bmx scene. Click the BMX tab at the top of the page to see what's going on.
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Here's some tires you might not be used to seeing in our shop. We try to carry a little bit of everything out there, but if there's something you'd like to see in the shop we would love to hear some recommendations.
A friend of ours loves this tire from Maxxis. The Cormet tire uses ONE70 technology allowing for a high thread count and of course low rolling resistance even further than other race tires according to Maxxis.
Another high end tire from Schwalbe, the Ultremo is a race tire that comes in a variety of colors and is very puncture resistant as well.
The Michelin Pro 3 Race tire has the name for a reason, low rolling resistance and great grip make it a very popular race tire. They also come in a variety of colors.
Fizik offers a bag and light that snap right into their saddles for easy taking on and off the bike.
The last item new in the shop today is the very simple, yet effective Pedro's bottle opener wrench. I'm sure most people already have something like this in the garage, but you can always throw one in your road trip tool box.
July 29th, 2009
Here's Norco's answer to the fixed gear craze. The 2010 Spade has some very nice features that make it stand out from the usual track bike. The frame is Chromoly with a built in seat post clamp. Chrome fork to match the stem and cranks. Lots of blue parts give it some color... sealed hubs, rims, post, and bars. This bike retails right at 800$ and is available now.
Here's a sneak peak of Norco's 2010 line which will be available around September. Click here for a full article about the new 2010 Norco bikes.
The Judan is a belt driven 29er' running the Gates Carbon Drive belt on a Reynolds double-butted 525 frame. This bike is going to have a lot of people drooling.
Three new carbon road bikes are a new addition to the road line.
They also added two carbon cross-county hardtails this year that both feature Sram's new XX group.
We built up a set of the new Velocity B43 rims this week. They are an extremely strong rim that is perfect for polo and of course they are available in any color you could ever want. Expect to see these on every track bike in town by the end of summer.
July 24th, 2009
"I'd like to get my fork serviced, but I can't do with out my bike" we can't begin to tell you how many times we hear that. In comes the loaner fork, schedule a fork maintenance and receive a loaner fork to keep you out riding.
Take a look at this King hub set, on the left you have the classic ISO Rear 72 point engagement hub and on the right is the new ISO 15mm front version. Larger bearings and the use of the new 15mm thru-type axle make for a very stiff set up. You also have the capability to use a 20mm axle if you ever feel the need.
The Chris King Bottom Bracket! I give it a couple months and you'll see everyone using these, especially if they come out with the rumored Truvativ version. Click the link to find out everything you might need to know about this extremely durable and smooth bottom bracket.
If your needing a new bottle we have this offering from King, pretty simple bottle with the oval King logo.
Charge is a bike company out of England that specializes in track frames and complete bikes. Here's their synthetic leather tape that comes in black and brown.
This helmet from Lazer is the best fitting helmet I've ever worn. It is very light, affordable, and comes in a number of colors. The red dial on the top cinches the strap in the back around your head for a perfect.
This is the Fizik Aliante saddle and Drew has been riding one since 2003. They make a built in light for these also which is pretty cool.
July 23rd, 2009
The Switchback Attack is happening August 2nd at Younger's Creek, the series is halfway over and the much anticipated Waverly race follows Younger's. Click here for more info.
July 21st, 2009
This weekend's Capital View mountain bike race went very well. This was my first trip down to Frankfort and I'll definitely make the short forty minute trip again. I've always heard it's the best place around to take a single speed. There's some good downhill sections and plenty of turns along with some technical sections, it would be nice to take someone here on their first mtb trip as there's nothing to intimidating. Click here for race results.
Here's a high end hub set from Hadley made right here in the U.S. The rear hub features very quick engagement and as with any gold part they make your bike a little cooler than before. Red and black are among other color ways.
Here's a 29er' rim from No Tubes that features a lower sidewall making for a stronger rim. The tire bead will also fit tighter and allow you to run lower pressure. Of course this rim has a little brother in the way of a 26" version.
The popular Camelbak Podium bottles just got a little cooler ...literally, the chill jacket is an insulated version that will keep your drink cold for hours.
Remember Hyper color tee's? Odyssey have taken it one step farther and applied that idea to their new color changing UV activated pedals and seats. Before we took these outside to shoot pics, these seats and pedals were actually solid white. Watch the video below to see the magic happen.
July 17th, 2009
We have a very hot bike coming from the guys over at Ellsworth Bikes , be sure to check the site for photos as soon as it's all built up. If you missed the demo day and want to ride a Ellsworth for yourself come talk to us and we can put together a bike for you.
July 16th, 2009
I'm sure you already know that you can watch the Tour de France live, but if you don't here's a link for you... Click Here!
July 15th, 2009
Take a look at this trailer for Kranked 8. Some of the guys do things that is absolutely ridiculous and seems impossible to do on a bike. We'll be playing this one on repeat in the shop so stop by and check it out or pick up a copy for yourself.
July 14th, 2009
The Cherokee race went really well this weekend, the rain held off and everyone had a good time. Click here to check out the results.
Here's some more pics from this weekends Forcastle festival...
July 11th, 2009
If your going down to the Forecastle Festival be sure to check out the ramp set up we built all week long. BMX riders will be hitting the ramps hourly with some entertaining commentary. We'll have more photos from the weekend if you can't make it.
Brandon "Zebra" nose manuals down the capsized boat.
Chris wilson goes around the curved wall ride and over the beach cruiser.
Chris King classic road hubs are a perfect hub for your new or old road bike, these will be laced up today in preparation for a very cool bike that is in the works... more info soon.
Have you ever wanted to get a new fork but want one that matches your current frame? Vicious Cycles can color match about any frame to perfection such as this custom track fork.
July 8th, 2008
The Ft. Duffield race has been cancelled and it is moved to Cherokee Park. This is pretty awesome since there wasn't one planned this year. Click here for more info including a map of the race.
July 7th, 2009
Here's an edit from the first Block Party we had, the turn out was great and we look forward to putting on another one.
July 2nd, 2009
Tour De France starts this Saturday. Can Lance make a comeback? It will be interesting to see how it all goes down. Click the link to find out everything you need to know about the big race.
July 1st, 2009
I finally had the chance to make it up to Brown County after hearing so much about the amazing trail system they have. Let's say I wasn't let down at all, fast trails that flow great made for the better riding than I had imagined. Plan a trip now if you haven't been up there yet, being a little over an hour away will have you thinking about a road trip every weekend.
June 27th, 2009
The Masters Road National Championships hit Louisville this weekend. Click the link to find out all race times and road closings in Cherokee Park.
Long time bike contesuer Joe S. has built up another fine road machine. This custom build Salsa La Cruz features a hand built wheel set and Avid disc road brakes for ultimate stopping power. A matching King headset ties the bike together well.
June 24th, 2009
Norco has some great deals on their bikes right now, take a look on their web site for several downloadable coupons that are priced just right. Savings range from $200-$1200 and go on until the end of June. Let us know if you have any questions.
Here's a perfect commuter bike from Norco, the Norco VFR 3 has a lightweight aluminum frame to get you to work on time. Nice Ritchey components and the visible bright green paint round up this sweet commuter.
Rick from Ellsworth ended up coming by on tuesday morning with a fleet of amazing bikes. We ended up hitting the park for a test ride and dodge the few mud puddles there. The bike below was Rick's personal ride... Single Speed Rigid 29er' under 22lb's, it was his first time out on it and it was our pleasure to show him a good set of trails
A friend of the shop had been wanting to test one of the Evolve 29er' full suspension bikes and tuesday was the day he had been waiting for. The name of this bike fits it plain and simple, big wheels are here to stay and you'll begin to see more and more on the trail as time moves forward. I could tell that he loved the bike when he started flying through the trail and was playing around like it was his normal bike. If he didn't have to go in to work I think he might have stayed out all day.
I was lucky enough to take the ever popular Truth out for a ride and was extremely comfortable as soon as I got on it. It handled very well and the suspension was spot on, just what I'd expect form Ellsworth.
The scant is a very light road bike that has a very smooth ride to it. Scandium tubing with a carbon rear triangle make for a pretty hot bike that comes in around 15lb's.
The Ride has a Nuvinci Transmission hub that has an infinite number of gears, twist the dial on the handlebar for that perfect gear ratio. The hub is based on a 1490's sketch from Leonardo de Vinci. All of the parts were designed specifically for this bike and there was no slacking in the style department here as you can see. Click the link to find out more about this awesome ride.
June 22nd, 2009
With all of the rain we had this morning, the trails are extremely wet and we are having to CANCEL the Ellsworth Demo. We are very sorry it didn't work out and hope it doesn't inconvenience anyone.
June 19th, 2009
Here's your chance to test ride an American made Ellsworth Bicycle*. We'll be hosting a demo day on Monday the 22nd from 4-7p.m. Plans are still being made as this came about last minute, but as of right now the idea is to meet at the shop and then hit up Cherokee Park for some test on the trails. The shop is closed Sunday and Monday, but we will be checking our e-mail frequently over the weekend. Send one if you have any questions and we will get back to you asap.
*witness tandem and teter totter of death will not be present.
There will be several bikes to test in different sizes. It doesn't get much better than actually test riding a bike on your home turf trails!
June 18th, 2009
Here's some new products week got in this week. First, are Avid's new hydraulic disc brake named the Elixir. A new larger piston provides stopping power that will allow you to fly into corners with no hesitation. The coolest feature has to be the new pad - contact point... see the red barrel, twist it to change how the brake feels! That's right, no more un-even pulling levers when you get to the trail.
Here's the very popular Reba from Rock Shox, several options including a 29er edition make this the perfect fork. I've ran mine through the paces and am very happy with it.
We received some new crank sets this week. The new Shimano SLX mountain crank is a great way to keep your wallet from being empty. It features their proven hollow tech arms. Steel inner and middle chain rings keep the cost down and prolong the life of your drive train, aluminum big ring keeps the weight down. They weigh in just an ounce under XT, strong crank set at a great price.
Here's something new for your road bike. Campagnolo Centaur Ultra Torque Cranks are a 2 piece design that attach in the middle of the spindle by matching up the splines. This keeps the cranks tight and very stiff.
Origin 8 track cranks are an affordable crank for your track bike and they come in a variety of colors.
Could gum walls make a come back? Challenge offers their Criterium tire in a version that will set your bike apart from every other out there. 300 tpi make for a smooth and fast ride from this light road tire.
DT Swiss has always been known for thier spokes and you can imagine they make a good rim too. The Xr 4.2d is a solid yet light weight cross country rim that comes in the pictured white or the usual black.
June 17th, 2009
Sorry for the lack of updates recently, we've had some software issues. Should have things back to normal soon.
The Bicycle Film Festival starts today in the great city of New York. Has anyone been to one of these? Shoot us an e-mail and let us know what it's all about.
Here's the second of the Norco Bikes that we'll be featuring weekly. The Scorcher is one of their many affordable kids bikes.
We've had three beautifully hand crafted If bikes in the shop this week and it got us thinking about their new blog which includes employee bikes, shop news, and random happenings that occur around the shop. Click here t check it out.
June 16th, 2009
Here's the crash section from the Movement DVD, Inside These Tapes. I hate watching crash sections. I had to view this one so many times editing, worst part is it was my buddies eating shit. For sure the worst part of filming, see dudes take it.
June 13th, 2009
We received our NEW NORCO bikes this week! We will be featuring one bike a week on the site. Take a look at them next time your in the shop.
June 10th, 2009
Here's some pics from this weekends bloc party. There was a lot of people that came out and we'll have an edit from the ramp section up soon. Thanks to everyone who came out and helped us build ramps.
June 4th, 2009
We are very excited to announce that we will be carrying Norco Bikes this year. Norco was founded in the 60's, based out of Canada and has always strived to put together the best product possible. They offer a well rounded group of bicycles that we feel fits our shop very well. A full line of mtn, road, commuter, comfort and even some beach cruisers are the bulk of their 09' line up. We are also excited to say that they offer several kids bikes along with women specific bikes! We like to thank our customers for their continued support, you'll helped us get a new bike line when we needed one.
Below is the LRT1, this is the perfect commuter bike. Fenders keep you dry for rainy days like today and the rear rack will let you carry everything but the kitchen sink. We have many more bikes arriving at the beginning of next week, which we will put on the site immediately. Let us know if your looking for a bike and we can tell you what Norco will work best for you.
I went down to champions park last night to get a sneak peek at the new short track mtb course. It's going to be a lot of fun with tight turns and only a couple spots to pass on. Be sure to come out tonight, if this rain keeps on it's guaranteed to make things interesting.
Here's something for your Friday night to attend. Tom Moran has been snapping mountain bike pics since 1992 and he'll have some of his favorite on display this weekend. The opening night is this Friday from 5-9 and they will be there until the 30th of June.
If your looking for the Louisville Dirt Club they have moved, click the link to go their new home.
Here's a wheel set that will give your track bike a new look. Greens rims, white spokes and hubs with sealed bearings will keep your bike rolling smooth.
Here's the extremely popular ODI Long neck which is now available in all colors including neon green to match the above wheels. These are the only grip that I'll use... they last at least a year even with day to day riding.
Take a look at this Oval Concept Carbon stem. We just got it in and are pretty impressed with the look especially the clean face plate look with the bolts coming front the back.
The best way to extend the life of your drive train is by keeping it clean. This Chain Cleaning Kit from Pedro's will have your chain feeling like it just came out of the box. We've used this in the shop and like how well it cleans the inside of the chain.
May 28th, 2009
MTB Short rack racing comes to Louisville tonight. Click the Events tab at the top for more info.
May 27th, 2009
Come visit us June 6th from noon until midnight for the Baxter Ave Bloc Party. Good tunes and good beer to go along with a ramp set up in front of the shop will make for a good time.
SRAM has kept this group secret for too long, this is a 10 speed cassette for your mountain bike that you are looking at. Cycling News has all the info you need to know.
Here's a popular tire from Schwalbe, the racing ralph comes in a number of sizes and in a tubeless version.
Take a look at these cycling caps that are made right here in Louisville, Ky. We have the Ride Hard caps in all sizes in several different color ways.
It's always nice to see one of your favorite products get changed up a bit. Deda is now offering their ever popular tape in a perforated version.
Our Friend Brian Osborne has returned to Duffs footwear and we have a full run of the shoes below for you to try on.
May 23rd, 2009
Take a look at this custom Salsa Moto Rapido complete with hand built Chris King hubs laced to Mavic 517 rims, Avid BB7 disc brakes, Truvativ Stylo cranks, and a Rock Shox Reba Race Fork. Everthing went together very smoothly and the customer and I went out for a ride after it got built. He loved the ride and said the Gore cables resulted in some very quick and easy shifting!
The trails are in great shape right now, get out and ride em yourself this and have a good memorial day weekend.
May 19th, 2009
The Mayor's Bike Ride is coming up on Memorial Day. Looks like the weather will be nice.
May 14th, 2009
Tommorow is Louisville's Bike to Work Day and you can stop by the shop for Quill's Coffee and breakfast. We will be here at 7:30 a.m. so leave home a little early and roll by.
May 9th, 2009
Click the EVENTS tab at the top for updated events. We're going to try and keep it updated with every type of cycling event around town so if you know something send us an e-mail and we'll post it up.
A ton of rain fell yesterday and this was the scene by the wilderness loop taken from drew's Iphone. Good thing there's a trail maintence day coming up, they probably need some love.
Here's some bars we just got in from Truvativ. Both feature 7075 butted tubing and are extremely light yet strong.
We've got some used bikes for sale here at the shop. They're all from customers of ours and have been in the shop for regular maintence so you can trust that they've been taken care of. The BMC Fourstroke 03 Frame below is a Large with a manitou radium shock.
Here's a great deal on a mountain bike...Trek 8500 with Manitou skareb, Bontrager race disc tubeless ready wheels, Truvativ stylo cranks, X-O gripshift, and Avid juicy seven brakes make for a steal at only 800$
For the road ride we have a Trek Carbon 5200 with matching fork, Rolf Vector wheels, and a full ultegra group. This one is a steal at $675.
May 8th, 2009
Liberty Tatoo and art parlor are having their grand opening on Saturday May 16th and we'll be having a ride leaving from the shop over to their new spot. Come roll with us if you like to have a good time on a casual ride, these rides are always an adventure.
King Cage water bottle holders are back in stock. The American made stainless steel cages will keep your bottles looking like the day you bought them.
We've had a lot of people bringing in bikes from their basement and restoring them and this is one of the best ways to get those sweet ride looking like new again.
With all the rain we've been having lately you might want to conisder picking up some fenders. Planet Bike offer a similar fender to the sks ones we reviewed a couple weeks ago but at a fraction of the pricee. The best feature of the Speed EZ Fender is the simplicity of moutning it to your bike, no nuts or bolts just quick re-lease straps is all it takes and they make them in versions for all bikes at a very reasonable price. Not only are these a great product, but Planet Bike donates 25% of all profits towards bicycle advocacy.
Here's a tire that will set your bike apart from every one else, blue, yellow, and white are available as well. Bright tires are good for safety concerns too, people in cars will deffinently see you coming down the road whem your rolling with ones this bright.
May 7th, 2009
NEW Dirt Rag came in today... A spine owner's manual, Legendary parts from Paul, and lots of new product reviews wrap up another fine issue.
Take a look at these new gloves from Troy Lee Designs. We've got plenty of these in stock along with their normal solid black and white offerings.
Here's a bottom bracket alternative from Phil Wood. Precise Machining paired with their smooth bearings make for an indestructible unit.
These are a favorite of most people who have ever worked in a shop, Pearl Izumi's wool sock are cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
More product to protect your hands, the Pearl slice glove is heavily cushioned to keep your hands gripping the bars pain free.
The Slice version is the same as the above just at a little lower price, we have full size runs in both gloves right now.
We love tools that work here at OYLC and this has got to be one of the best to show up as of lately. Pedro's vice whip is built in the same fashion as your dad's old vice grips you used to tighten you axle nuts when you were a kid only this version wraps tightly around your cassette when you are taking it off to clean or swap. If you have tried taking a worn cassette off with a regular chain whip you know it can be quite the task, this will solve all your problems!
The Euro-Asia Imports EAI Pro Keirin track tool is another favorite of ours. It eases the removal of cog and lock ring and has a 15mm wrench as well.
This is a new color combo for me. Shadow hubs and rims made for a super strong wheel, while the purple sets the customers wheels apart from any one else's in town.
May 6th, 2009
Sunday Bikes just released their first ever video. A very heavy team and a couple years of filming should make for a heavy bmx video.
May 4th, 2009
Last friday's alley cat had a great turn out. Thirty-eight riders cruised the town in search of all the checkpoints which ranged from a race around a high school track to scoring a goal in bike polo. The night was dry for the most part until the end when the rain came hard and we filled the shop with bikes and walked next door for some pizza and prize hand outs. It was a great event that was a lot of fun, but I'd like some people to remember that's what it's all about. I saw a lot of dangerous riding and would hate to see a serious accident. It's a lot better to finish a little slower than not finish at all, just a little reminder for the next alley cat.
Local bmx legend Jimmy Levan is in town for a couple weeks and stopped by the shop along with one of his new Metal bikes frames.
The Moon Unit is Paoli Indiana's Chris Wilson designed signature frame. It's deffinently good to see a local having his own frame put into production.
April 30th, 2009
Louisville's Bike to Work Day is coming up on Friday, May 15th. Stop by the shop for some breakfast and Quills coffee.
Don't Forget >>> There's an Alleycat race this Friday. Come out and have a good time, don't worry about how you finish these races are just for fun.
The best part about Derby week is all the bands that come through, here's a favorite of the shops. Russian Circles are playing at Skull Alley tonight at 8:30.
April 28th, 2009
Thanks to all who came out for the premiere of the Movement video. It was a lot of fun to have every one there and see some old faces. We have copies here at the shop for sale if you want to check it out.
Dvd's and tee's were picked up by about every one who attended, we really appreciatte that you're helping us create another video.
My Girlfriend brought 144 donuts for people to munch on, I'm a big fan of these and was surprised to see them.
Here's a cool idea from Dk Bicycles. It's a valve cap spoke wrench and they make them in all the standard park sizes... blk, red, and green.
Here's a true classic, Brooks Leather Bar Tape. It's amazing how much of this tape people picked up from us last year. What's most impressive is the feel and how long it last. We're now carrying the black along with all the standard colors.
April 25th, 2009
VOLUNTEER TRAIL DAY>>> Olmsted Parks have some volunteer trail maintence days coming up. Meet along the Scenic Loop on Maple Road.
Thursday, May 14th 5:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Saturday, June 6th 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. (National trails day)
April 23rd, 2009
Come out for this free showing of Movement's, Inside These Tapes. Two years of filming and a trip to Europe make up a 40 minute all bmx street riding dvd. We will have copies at the premiere available for purchase along with some new tee's.
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April 18th, 2009
Check out this garage sale bought Bianchi, the guy picked it up for only twenty five dollars! We installed a new SRAM Rival group, some Brooks leather bar tape, and a new rear wheel which resulted in one awesome ride. Get out there and take a look at some local garage sales, you never know what you might find.
April 17th. 2009
Thunder over Louisville is this weekend and it's guaranteed that they'll be a mess of cars like the photo below. This why should ride your bike down and take advantage of the FREE Bicycle Valet Parking courtesy of Bike Louisville.
SWAP MEET >>> April 25th 12 - 5, Whole Foods in St. Mathews. It's free to set up and you can contact Tim at 502-899-1606 for more info.
Urban Velo #12 is here and it's Free. Lots of great reading in this one as always, thanks to Jimmy for always bringing them by the shop.
Take a look at this beautiful stem from Nitto. This lugged masterpiece comes in thread less and quill versions.
Twofish products have made a water bottle cage that mounts to frames with out cage screws. They work very well and we've got em in stock.
April 16th, 2009
Alley Cat Race>>> May 1st, Start at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park. Registration is at 5:30 and cost is 5$ which goes to purchasing helmets for the homeless. These "races" are extremely fun and we encourage everyone to try it out if you haven't yet.
Chrome spent over a year designing the bag above that Matt is riding with. The Warsaw is chrome's finest bag featuring a ton of room, lots of pockets, and is made right here in the U.S.A.
April 9th, 2009
New arrivals at On Your Left Cycles...
Sun-Ringle Mtn wheel set featuring their s.o.s. rim built up to a disc ready hub with sealed bearings. These are a great upgrade from your stock wheel set and they can take quite a bit of abuse.
Wheels Manufacturing dropout saver is a great item to have in your bag. Sure you probably ride with a replacement for your frame, but what about your one buddy who always is unprepared? Be a hero and make sure your ride doesn't turn in to a hiking adventure.
We always like carrying parts that we know and trust, but we also like to have some new items that you may have not seen before. That's why Continental's new white Grand Prix 4000's are a win-win. We've used these forever and feel totally confident recommending them.
Here's a new one for you, Continental is now making their Grand prix tire in a 24c version now. A happy middle for any one that goes back and forth between 23 and 25's.
Fi'zi:k have put out a new dual tape with foam padding that is extremely shock absorbing, try it out next time your go to re-wrap.
Last, but not least is the Brooks leather toe straps. They feature the same unique buckle design as their original toe clips did from the 1930's.
Take a look at these blue titanium spokes from Marwi. They come in a variety of colors and keep your wheel weight down, definitely a finishing touch for your custom road or mountain bike.
Brook's classic english style mud flap is the same as the one the made back in 1937, it's withstood the test of time and will attach right to your fenders.
Brook's trouser strap keeps your pants out of the chain and tear free. It lays flat until you snap it into place, creating a perfect coil around your leg.
Just in today is this custom electric warrior from Vicious Cycles. This one was custom fitted to the rider and you can have the same done for you.
April 2nd, 2009
Mark this on your Calender... I will be showing the bmx video my friends and I have been working on for over two years. It's about 40min long of all street riding including a trip to Europe. Click here to view the trailer and make sure to come out for an amazing video!
Got some new goodies for your bike in this week...Here's Campy's new 11sp chain tool. If you need to intall their chain it must be used and we have it.
Check out these multi tools from Eleven 81. The flat 8 includes your usual 2/3/4/5/6mm hex, phillips and flathead screwdrivers, and T25 torx while the flat 11 has an extra chain tool and spoke wrenches. All these features in a slim, afordable tool!
Here's Kent Erickson's take on reinventing the wheel, or the seatpost in this case. One allen bolt from the side is all it takes to fasten your titanium post and seat in the perferct position due to the multiple ridges that lock together.
Frame Saver... the best way to keep your steel frame in the same condition as the day you bought it.
March 30th, 2009
Here's an edit I just finished with my friend Brian Hinkel. One of the smoothest riders ever to pedal a bmx bike, wait till we finish a trail edit from this year.
Easter Sunday Bunny Hop Contest... start practicing. This is going to be interesting, all rabbit costumes are welcome.
March 26th, 2009
Don't forget about the bike ride tomorrow... 7p.m.
Here's some reading material for your next rainy day, Dirt Rag celebrates their twentieth year anniversary! The Retrospective includes a memorable covers section along with a twenty years of 24 Hours.
Joe Ward came in today and dropped off his book "Wheeling Around Louisville" which includes 25 of his favorite rides, routed maps, and many photos. This is a must have if you ride your bike in Kentuckiana.
March 25th, 2009
Trails are getting soaked right now with all of this rain, to go along with all the water we have some new bottles in from Polar and Camelbak.
Here's some new offerings from All City. Pedal's, toe clips, and toe straps are just some of the items they offer in a wide range of colors.
March 19th, 2009
We just received some new larger stickers perfect for your toolbox or roof rack, make sure to grab some next time your in.
Here's Surly's anwser to the big wheel craze, 29" wheels make roots and rocks seem as they were never on the trail.
March 18th, 2008
Pedro's Trixie tool is here at OYLC! This tool has it all - a lock ring hook, 5mm allen, 8,9,10, and 15mm box end wrenches will keep all your bolts tight and your bike rolling smooth. Also included is the much needed bottle opener for your favorite beverage.
Here's the best part, two wing nuts fasten the tool to your water bottle mount so you always have it with you when in need.
March 17th, 2008
St. Patrick's Day gets people thinking of all things green, here's a Bio Green lube from Dumonde Tech that is 100% plant based and earth friendly. If your chain is in need of some love we just got re-stocked on all of Dumonde Tech's lubes including their new offering.
March 6th, 2009
Back in stock, New World Disorder 9! Watching this will deficiently get you ready to start riding the trails again.
MARCH 5th, 2009
64 Degrees in Louisville right now, let's hope the warm weather stays. There's a lot of rides coming up now that spring is approaching, keep an eye out on the site for the latest updates.
Here's a ride happening soon that sounds like a lot of fun, it takes place on the 15th at noon and ends up at a pizza place. Click here to find out more info.
Last week we posted a lot of custom bike pictures from the hand built show, here's some custom rides from the bmx side that have been coming out of the shop...
Two Dakota Roche frames from Fit. Each bike was put together part by part to the customers wishes, note the S&M bikes printed stem and sprocket ...SOLID.
Here's one from the guys over at Volume Bikes. The First Blood has holes drilled in the seat tube and a speaker logo machined out of the head tube.
MARCH 3rd, 2009
Well it's been one year since Drew and I took over the shop, and we really appreciate every one who supported us along the way. We've had a lot of fun seeing new and old faces coming in too. Spring is right around the corner and we have a lot of projects in the works... mechanic classes, photo contest, and a section on dialed products to check out. Come grab one of these homemade cream cheese icing carrot cake cup cakes, they're top notch and made by Drew's mom.
Now in stock... new bikes from KHS and Fit Bike Co.
Now you can know how heavy or light your bike is, come throw it up on our new Park scale.
FEBRUARY 28th, 2009
Drew and a crew of guys got back from the show last night, lots of cool stuff up in Indianapolis. Check out the goods...
Sacha White's Vanilla Road bike, Edge wheels were pretty common among the handcrafted bikes.
Macaframa's Colby Elrick had his custom built track bike on display from Hufnagel. Check out the 1-piece bar/stem combo.
Chris King had all their color ways on display and even let you take a peek into their ever popular Cassette Hub.
Speaking of King, check out their new INSET on this carbon lugged Independent.
The guys over at IF continue to make bikes that look and most importantly ride amazing!
FEBRUARY 27th, 2009
Here's Shimano's XT "Shadow" derailleur, a low profile makes it less prone to being snagged by a ride ending rock or branch. It is also shifts a lot smoother and doesn't make as much noise.
FEBRUARY 25th, 2009
Check out this bmx frame from Eastern, super light tubing and cut-outs on the bottom bracket, seat, and head tube make for a super light set up. Chrome finish makes it even better.
FEBRUARY 24th, 2009
The North American Handmade Bicycle Show is this weekend, Indianapolis is the host for this years show. We'll have lots of photos in the following days in case you can't make it.
FEBRUARY 20th, 2009
Click this link right now to find out how you can make our roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians. HOUSE BILL 88 ''ONE ROAD" will create a new law that allows reckless drivers to be held accountable when a cyclist or pedestrian is hit. Here's how you can make a difference. You can also come by and sign the petition that we have here.
FEBRUARY 19th, 2008
Independent Fabrications has a new site up that you should go take a look at, lots of cool bikes on there to drool over.
FEBRUARY 18th, 2008
Take a look at this road fork we got in today from Vicious Cycles. The customer wanted it to match his old Eddie Merckx frame, one phone call and an e-mailed photo was all it took to get this fork built and painted up to match. As you can see it's a perfect match, let us know if you have any special paint interest that we can help with.
FEBRUARY 17th, 2009
Here's a new one from Van Dessel, The Rivet is a full carbon race bike and is as light as a feather.
This ride is locked and loaded, built using Sram Red with a BB30 bottom bracket, it built up well and will get many miles put on it this spring. Keep an eye out for a few more custom rides coming in the next few months and click the photo link at the top to check out some past built bikes.