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February 01 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
January Tit-Bits…
The bike industry is a beast that's always on the move, bits and pieces happening all over the place. This is a quick roundup of what we've been doing, reading and watching over the past few weeks...
January 31 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
Cut Media’s factory tour with Guy Martin; the promo…
Not content in putting together a regular factory video, the people at Cut Media decided to invite TT legend Guy Martin to familiarise himself with some real British bike frame engineering. Getting his hands on a welding torch, a paint gun and an allen key, it's an entertaining insight on the real world of Orange Bikes.
January 19 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
Through the archives…
The story of Orange Bikes started in June 1984, and since then we’ve experienced a constantly evolving scene with racing and technology developing at an exponential rate. Flicking through the old catalogues gives a brilliant snapshot of change, and for you retro fans, a way of identifying what, where and when…
January 11 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
Just another day in the office…
Famous for his road riding endeavours, Guy Martin is a motorsport legend. A truck mechanic and racer, he's a chap that loves to get his hands dirty and see how things are built. Fresh from a 24-hour endurance race at the Strathpuffer and as a bit of an Orange fan, it was about time he made a visit to the UK's finest push-bike factory. More soon...
January 09 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
The Oban gangster…
Ben Cathro is a complete hero on the Scottish downhill scene and a great rider to watch. In this edit Stuz Leel follows the 'Oban Ganster' through a regular day. Some mild alcohol abuse gives way to some incredible mulchy slides on his 20-inch Orange Five. A great edit to inspire some wintery sideways action...
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January 06 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
The Five Black Gold
The Five is our most versatile bike and with so many options available, you can build it exactly as you want. The Five Black Gold is a limited edition fixed spec, optimised for performance and value. Featuring the very best suspension setup and a Maxle rear as standard, this might just be your perfect build.
January 03 2012 - posted by Dave Flynn
A New Year’s Resolution…
Inspired by Seb Kemp’s column in an old issue of Dirt, I’ve decided to be happy with who I am and what I ride. A New Year's Resolution blog...
December 20 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Gary Forest rides, Dave Mackison films…
Gary Forest is an Innerleithen local and one of the main players on the UK Gravity Enduro scene; he can rag a five-inch trail bike pretty flippin' well. Dave Mackison took out his camera and put together this great winter edit...
December 13 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
The Dudes of Hazard rap about their upcoming film…
The Dudes of Hazard are primarily very talented cyclists, but in the spirit of entertainment they're taking on 'Fiddy' as the UK's newest rap gang. Proof if ever it were needed, they should definitely stick to bikes...
December 13 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Tweedlove Christmas - Santa is getting loose…
Santa is officially a 'rad pinner' and in the run up to Christmas he takes a stop off at the Tweed Valley to 'shred the gnar'. Rare footage of Father Christmas inside...he also rides an Orange Five.
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December 12 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
The Orange Bikes factory, Vital MTB tell the story…
Seb Kemp and Grant Robinson visited the Orange bikes factory last summer, eager to take an alternative look at what we did, Seb recorded the story and sounds while Grant captured the scene. It makes for an interesting watch, a deeper look inside the company...
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December 08 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Elland to Hebden
When you man up and face the elements there's nothing more rewarding than a local epic. Rich Norgate and friends rode from Elland to Hebden to get some miles in; wintery inspiration to get you out and about no matter where you ride...
December 07 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Rowan Sorrell wins the Red Bull Downforce
Rowan Sorrell's been slamming his protoype 322 down some steps in Swansea. Another Liam Murphy masterpiece inside...
December 01 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Factory tour with MTB-News…
Handbuilding frames in the UK makes Orange Bikes unique and every year a gaggle of journalists come to see how we manage it and what makes us tick. Shortly after the Fort William World Cup, Jens and Tobias came over from IBC to take a look around. Some fantastic photography and a video tour, well worth a look. Sprechen sie Deutsch? Nicht gut genug, leider...
November 15 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Calum Darling’s November Mist…
The mechanic from Alpine Bikes and video maker extrordinare has been out in the Tweed Valley once again. Jake Hood is the man on the bike, Calum Darling's behind the lens, they're both doing an awesome job in this autumn edit...
November 10 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Joe Barnes, Fraser McGlone and the Maltese Falcon
Joe Bowman is This is Sheffield, he also works for Five Ten UK. As prime UK rippers MTBcut riders Joe Barnes and Fraser McGlone are onboard with the sticky rubber dream brand, Mr Bowman travelled waaaaay up North to shoot the guys in action...
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October 20 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Tea break…
The internet is a wonderful thing and everyday a fresh crop of videos pop up to keep us entertained, some of them are even bike related! Here's a quick Orange flavoured selection to keep you amused on your tea break...
October 05 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Joe Barnes Euro Blog - Part Four
After arriving back from my big euro trip this summer the good times haven't stopped...
October 03 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
No Fuss Tour de Ben Nevis 2011 – The final word…
A week has passed and the Tour de Ben Nevis is still fresh in everyone’s minds. The start line procession down the high street, pinballing down the first special stage to Kinlochleven, the dreaded river crossing, and the relief after negotiating the Rocky Brae back to the safety of the finish line. A race to respect and an achievement to be proud of…
September 30 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
No Fuss Tour de Ben Nevis 2011 - Adam’s Story…
At the World Cup in Fort William in July I shook hands with John to do the Tour de Ben Nevis after having a beer or two. Well I thought it would be OK...
September 29 2011 - posted by John Chennells
No Fuss Tour de Ben Nevis 2011 - John’s Story…
It all started on a wander down the high street at this year's Fort William World Cup. Adam suggested to me that it might be a good idea to do the Tour de Ben Nevis, was I up for it? For some daft reason we grinned and shook hands committing ourselves to the challenge. How hard could it be?
September 14 2011 - posted by John Chennells
Hamsterley 1-2-1 - Racing the way it should be
If you went down to the woods in Hamsterley a weekend or two ago you wouldn’t have stumbled upon a hoard of teddy bears laying out jam sandwiches, instead, the long trek down the dark and shady approach road led to a little bit of mountain biking heaven.
September 12 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Wideopen Magazine Issue 16
The latest Wideopen Magazine is finally here with the usual selection of inspirational photography, carefully crafted words, and enough product to keep everyone happy. Have a flick through for free...
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September 08 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Orange Bikes - Eurobike 2011
The biggest bicycle show in the world is an opportunity to show everyone what we've been up to for the past few months. A new road bike due soon, urban bike concepts, 29er prototypes and the usual full suspension finery...
September 06 2011 - posted by Dave Flynn
Enduro racing with MTB Centre Finland
Orange Bikes distributor and general mountain bike evangelist Tatu Suonpää is constantly telling us about the enduro scene in Finland. Forever teasing us with tails from the trails, it seemed like a good time to find out more about what's going on from MTB Centre Finland...
