On a Fixie: A Case for the Deep V

The wheel: A breathtaking invention that changed the world.
Velocity Deep V: Probably the most kick-butt wheel on the market.

With that being said, I figured it would be about time to jump back into our On A Fixie series with a look at the ever so popular Deep V.

Friday afternoon-my day off of work, mind you-I found myself at the shop building my new wheel set for my fixie with John, our in-house wheel guru. I decided for my new wheel set that I would go with a set of Electric Blue Velocity Deep V's, White DT Swiss spokes, and some white Origin 8 sealed track hubs. The results were very kick-butt, if I may say so.




Awesome? You can admit it.

Anyway. The reason that I decided to go with the Deep V is simple. Although they're pretty heavy, on a fixie, lighter weight shouldn't be your first goal. Durability of the components should be first, then weight can follow...and as far as the durability of the Deep V goes, they're practically bulletproof. I've seen them missing a spoke and less than 1mm out of true, if you need a personal example.

The bling factor is another plus of this wheel set. They come in a variety of colors and patterns, and you can choose a machined sidewall or a non machined sidewall, depending on if you run one, two, or no brakes. If you're like me (and a.lo...and R2...) then you have the very annoying curse called "wanting everything on your bike to match a certain paint scheme," and therefore...these wheels are perfect for you. You can even get Gold, like Michelle plans to do.

There IS a reason why Deep V's are so popular. They're bulletproof, and very colorful.

So get yours today!

Winter Project Number 298,754,208,975,209,487,520,987,520,948,725,049,873

Yep... that many... that's more than the proposed bailout I'm pleased to note. But this project is under wraps for now. Although some of you might know what it is, please, let it wait... since the unique-ness of this project makes it ultra SA-weeeet!

Let's just say as a hint... all you early [late 2004] Kerkove/G-Ted/Europa crew comment-ers old LOW will like this one. But those of you who still have no idea... a teaser picture...

I rode it into work today, it was great. I did have to ditch my commuter bag, BD2 for the old Timbuk2 because I had to carry my laptop which is not that great since my messenger bag isn't padded neither for my Apple or for my back. I really can't wait to get my hands on one of the BC3's... Looks to be the perfect bag for my intended use, and honestly the Flink Link is hands down maybe one of the most brilliant features on bags since well... straps. The water resistance, size and I'm crossing my fingers a pouch for the laptop [it's hard to say since, all the site mentions is it '...can carry your gear on an overnight mountain bike trip or your office clothes and laptop on an everyday commute' make it an extremely attractive item. Which just gets me excited since sure my Timbuk2 was customized, in their early days they didn't have any way for padding for laptops or dividers between things and really doesn't conform well to the body with more rigid items in it. And yes, I will concede that they are messenger bags first and foremost and not necessarily for commuting. Blah, that doesn't mean I can't still wish and desire.

Master of the Universe

It's official. As if there was any doubt... I am the Master of the Universe, sure anyone can self proclaim themselves as something, a prophet, messiah, savior, or even try to call themselves cool. But to have someone else affirm it is a different story, but BRAIN [Bicycle Retailer and Industry News] did such a thing. Don't believe me... here's the evidence...

At closer look...

Proof.

World Commute

A few days ago I stumbled onto the World Commute website. It's a self-proclaimed 'social networking' site, which we all know we need more of to really change to world. With that aside I do like a lot of the features that they have. It reminds me of Commute by Bike's gas savings calculator but with a heck of a lot more features... their site states that 'Each time a member signs on to World Commute, real time distance traveled, money and gas saved, pollution off-set and health points will be displayed.'

Now, I don't know exactly what 'health points' are but I want to win. Wait... is all I win better health? Shrug.

All kidding aside, this seems to be a great way of getting pretty accurate readouts of savings... in the pocket book, on the waste, and for the world. I'd hope they have some form of interactive bar that I could post on the sidebar here but I have yet to see if they have one made.

Saturday Night Ride: We're going to a Film Fest

A little different this week. Please read carefully.

Schedule of events:

Meet at Founders at 5:30pm
Leave Founders at 6:15pm

Head to Wealth Theater for the 2nd Annual Grand Rapids Bicycle Film Festival

Doors open at 6:30pm, Films start 7:30pm

Here's what they are showing:
_We just work here


_ZERO traction


_a portion of the Filmed by Bike Festival


_More than 100 miles: Riding to Cure Diabetes



Cost at Wealth:
over 21 = $20 (includes 2 beverages)
under 21 = $15
15 & under = free


What to bring:
_light
_lock
_helmet
_money/ID if over 21


Depending on how we're feeling afterward, maybe a little ride. We'll see. You know the drill... questions, ask. Hope to see you out.

News!

I am not going to say what the news is but according to a phone call I got today I may have a titillating(R2 claims that illating is his favorite part of that word.) post later this week. I also hear a.lo drove in today, I guess sunny skies and warmer weather make the commute tougher. Seacrest out.

Copy Cat.

Well, it's been a week. Things of note from the week... I've been riding, I've been walking, I jacked up my back, my back is now feeling better, I still love winter riding especially at night. The big game starts in a few minutes so I'll leave you with a video from a blog that I regularly frequent...



The Trek boys should be proud... everyone needs a Mod.