Category: Features

Bike Check: Dartmoor “NAMI II” {Chris Smith} >>>

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Rider: Chris Smith   

Supporters: –

  • Dartmoor Bikes (UK),
  • VP-USA,             
  • FluidBMX,
  • Force Field Body Armour,
  • ValleySideDistro.                                                                                             

Location: Mid-Wales, UK

Bike: Dartmoor “Nami II” >>>

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Industry: New Sugar Bikes STEM in PROGRESS!!!

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Just got some fresh news – David Ines the owner of Sugar Bikes has been developing the new Sugar Stem… SWEET! In other related news, SUGAR BIKES are currently looking for further European Distributors to help accomplish their vision! Sugar Bikes are DOPE! Continue reading “Industry: New Sugar Bikes STEM in PROGRESS!!!”

The Ledge Show >>>

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General Information >>>

SHOW DATES: 2nd-4th September 2012:
LOCATION: The National Hall, Olympia, London W14.
SHOW OPENING TIMES: Sunday 2nd – 10am-6pm   Monday 3rd – 10am-6pm   Tuesday 4th – 10am-4pm.

These are trade exhibitions so, with the exception of named guests, members of the public are not admitted.

“London has always been on the forefront of fashion trends, but it has lacked a trade show that embraces the Action Sports culture.  Now Osiris finally has a forum where we can connect with our retail partners and truly convey our brand message.” Joe Markx  Osiris Shoes International Sales Manager. Continue reading “The Ledge Show >>>”

Product Review: A’ME BMX CAM GRIPS.

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A while back we sent out several sets of A’ME Grips to various members of the valleyside team to test and review. On this occasion we are hosting a review of the A’ME Cam Grips. This particular review was produced by Keith Easom, from Faction Bike Co – click read more to hear how Keith got on! Continue reading “Product Review: A’ME BMX CAM GRIPS.”

/// Link of the Month (August): Faction Bike Co Fan-Page ///

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For Augusts Link of the Month we have the Faction Bike Co Fan Page over on Facebook. The Faction Bike Co Fan Page is regularly updated by Keith Easom. The Facebook Page is the first place to look for the latest news on 22″ bikes – be it racing, dirt, street, skatepark or flatland, the Faction Bike Co Fan Page has got it covered. Continue reading “/// Link of the Month (August): Faction Bike Co Fan-Page ///”

Product Review: VP-GRIND.

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A while back Erik Saunders over at VP-USA sent a box of pedals to be tested by the ValleySideDistro Team. One such pedal-set was the VP-Grind, which have been on test for the last four months by Mike Higgo – so today we finally caught up with Mike to hear a little more about the pedals. Read on to find out more about Mikes thoughts on the pedals… Continue reading “Product Review: VP-GRIND.”

Events: VANS on Fistral Beach {Boardmasters/Relentless Energy Drink}.

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Those familiar with the event are in for a surprise this year as Vans have completely shaken up the traditional vert and mini ramp set up with an incredible all new mini and street skate setup. Check out the layout plan for an insight on what to expect.

Relentless Energy Drink Boardmasters in association with Vans never fails to attract the biggest names in skateboard and BMX and this year is looking no different.

From the skateboard world you can expect to see the likes of Josh Young, Jake Collins, Andy Scott, Darryl Dominguez amongst others.  Bmx enthusiasts can look forward to the likes of Vincent Mayne, Phil Aller, Zack Williams, Tobias Wicke, Marcus Braumann all competing for their share of the £14k prize pot. Nb. Vans on Fistral is just one of the reasons to hit up the Boardmasters event – Check out the website for more info!!!

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