New Bike Route Sign on Motor Ave

I was so excited to watch some City workers post up the new Bike route signs right smack in front of the shop. For years I have asked the city to put a bike route on Motor ave. Success!!! Thank you City of Los Angeles, Now I just need the alley fixed. ;)

Photos of the Week Palms Riders Michael Chacon And Rory McDermott

Our boys Rory McDermott and Michael Chacon had a night session jumping off a small ramp a few days ago.The pictures came out really nice! Check out the team Blog for more footage! http://palmscyclefixtrickteam.blogspot.com/

Rory McDermott

Michael Chacon

Photos Taken by Michael Chacon and Rory McDermott.

Unknown Track Frame now in Stock

Super Light Weight and affordable too!!!!! We got two different Models in stock. Starting price is $250-350!

Sharrows On Motor Ave

I was so excited to come to work Sunday morning to find sharrows painted on Motor ave in front of the shop. These are Shared Roadway Bicycle Markings which are intended to help bicyclists position themselves away from parked cars, to avoid being struck by suddenly opened car doors, and to alert other road users to expect bicyclists to occupy travel lanes. These markings will also be used in situations where it may not be obvious where bicyclists should be riding Like to Palms Cycle hehe!!

Photo Of the Week

Palms Team Rider Jonah Kessel Age 13.

Smashed Up Sunday's "Summer 2010" ft. Rob Dyrdek

Edit For Palms Team Rider Rory McDermott

Rory Mcdermott from Michael Chacon on Vimeo.

Cruise In Affordable Style This Summer

Can't afford an Electra?  Then you need to look into the New 3G Isla Vista

We just got in 3G's new cruisers and let me tell you the upgraded cranks and painted wheels make the bike look like "THE BIKE TO BUY THIS SUMMER"

New Footage from Michael Chacon

MICHAEL CHACON MAY 2011 from Michael Chacon on Vimeo.

Come to Palms Cycle... and see THE UNKNOWN

The Retrospec - Awesome Fixed Gear at Palms Cycle!

Electra Townie Medium @ Palms Cycle

Unknown hubs with 14mm axles

These 14mm axle rear hubs spin so smooth! For all you fixed gear trick riders riding on 3/8 axles its time for an upgrade!

Our Boy MIKE CHACON IN PARIS/PORTUGAL!!!!!

Haro Steel Reserve 1.2

 4130 double-butted cromoly frame with BMX inspired horizontal drop-outs SR Suntour DJ 80mm travel fork BMX-style 8-spline 4130 cromoly tubular cranks with 12T rear cog Hayes MX4 mechanical disc brake; rear only Kenda K-Rad 2.3 tires.  WE HAVE IT IN STOCK!!!

Unknown Frames Now IN stock

Unknown Trick Frame V.2
Negative BB Shell Drop
Thicker Chainstays and Seatstays
Heat Treated
4130 Cromoly
Clearance for 26" x 2.3" or 700c x 50mm rear tires
14mm Dropout
Sells for $375

New edit for team Rider Michael Chacon

Michael Chacon West Jam Promo from Michael Chacon on Vimeo.

Gas Prices

The price of  food, gas, clothing, Airfare, and and much more is rising, and I wonder how the people who have been unemployed for so long are functioning.   I think we all are looking at how we can save that extra few dollars so that we can afford the things that we really need like food,  lets face it, we all need to eat.

Why should you ride you bicycle everyday? You get exercise, you save time and money along with reducing your carbon footprint!!  Right now saving money is the BIGGEST plus.  I did the math, if you have a 16 gallon tank you will be spending around $70 to fill up at $4.20 a gallon here in Los Angeles, for a lot of people that is once a week that equals out to around $280 a month

a week ding on how mucnth!  So in that case riding your bike would save you over $300 a month!$280 a

What do you Need to do to start riding????

-Go to your local bicycle store, take your existing bike in for a tuneup or talk to a sales person about making a purchase.  We suggest a hybrid to our new commuters.  Hybrids have the riders sitting in a more upright position, they usually come with comfortable seats, a front shock along with a shock on the seatpost, they come with street tires to make the commute easier.  You will see a lot of the more professional commuters riding on Road bikes and Fixed Gears.  Make sure to pickup a good lock, helmet, tire repair kit, a pump and front and rear lights.

-Pick a safe route, here in Los Angeles you can find the local bike paths on www.bicyclela.org.  

Biking Bummers:

Danger. Wear a helmet, stick to bike paths and routes or side streets and be smart, and you should be safe every time you go out. If you ride at night make sure you have front and rear lights.  Also keep your bike in good maintenance.  Sweat. Bring a change of clothes or renovate to include a shower in your workspace, Bicycling clothes also help to keep you dry.  Time. Depending on your current commute, it might take a little longer, I have found that on some days it is the same amount of time as driving or 10 minutes more depending. Time yourself to see the actual difference? Carrying Stuff. You can always use your car on those days you cannot avoid it,  There are special commuter bags and racks that can be attached to your bike.

Bicycle commuting is a great way to start and end your day, get some regular exercise, and save some money. If you are smart about it, it’s safe, fun and speedy.

a gorgeous saturday fixie ride @ culver high

Check out team rider Steven Marco

Graziella Triplet Tandem 1969?

Did some research today on this weird triplet tandem that was left here in the shop. Its was made in Italy by Graziella, im guessing in the 1960's. This particular brand was a big seller in Italy in the 1960s-1970s. This company made a lot of folding bikes.



This one has what looks to be a baby seat welded onto the back. Which I was unable to find any other ones with a baby seat, makes me wonder if it was welded on by a previous owner , but it really does look like it belongs to the bike. Its small 16" tires were put on with the thought process that very small children could fit on and ride the tandem bicycle. This tandem is so big that it does not fold. It has front and back drum brakes and a generator for the front light.