WESTERN DENVER PUMP TRACK ACTION
Oh man, it’s been way too long. I’ve been staying semi-fit, but I haven’t done anything fun since I broke some ribs a month ago.
On Saturday Evan, Ian and I went on a little road trip to ride our friend Robyn’s track. This is a private track; do not ask me for directions!
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The track: I’d characterize this track as French Style. It’s tight and very peaky. At first it’s not as flowy as the International Standard, but it’s definitely fun. On a French Style track, your movements have to be quicker and more precise; I suppose that’s good training.
That’s Robyn at the right. He collects (and rides) vintage BMX bikes.
The bike: I rode my brand new Intense Factory Alloy 24. This bike is stiff, maneuverable and quick. I tried Evan’s 20, and that’s even quicker than the cruiser. Comparing these BMX bikes to mountain bikes, it’s a different world — quicker, tighter, more punishing, more rewarding. More on the Intense soon.
 Evan, chainless on a 20. |
 Jumping up onto the bank. This way-outside entrance made the turn WAY faster. |
 Check out this line. Jumping from the second roller … |
… to the bank above the berm. Sick! |
 Me, rocking some micro-style into the berm. Check out the scenery. |
 Railin’ the 24, trying not to think about this. |
 The setting sun was blinding, but check out that light! BTW: This bike rips. |
 … and we’re in the turn. Braaap! |
 Ian in non-bike action. |
This was my stepson Ian’s first day on a pump track. This was a hard track to learn on, but Ian picked it up like the star athlete he is. He took all of these riding photos. Thanks Ian!
zach Says February 18, 2008 @ 3:11 pm
Sweet shirt, and spiffy moves on the smaller rig. Good to see you rockin the little wheels.
leelikesbikes Says February 18, 2008 @ 7:06 pm
Yeah dude, you’ll make me a BMXer yet.
I look forward to rocking the Intense Factory Alloy 20.
zach Says February 18, 2008 @ 8:11 pm
granted i am riding the big wheels these days i like to think i am still a bmxer at heart. after all this is were i got my start.
dylan Says February 21, 2008 @ 2:54 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXCvnOTAX90
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntv4gsJPv7o So Running around youtube I ran in to these videos are they of the pump track that you are riding in the photos B/C it looks similar but I can’t quit tell. If it is that track looks super killer.
leelikesbikes Says February 21, 2008 @ 3:30 pm
Yep, that’s the track.
mb Says February 25, 2008 @ 6:47 am
Hey Lee, are those reflectors on your wheels? Careful - you could start a new trend!
leelikesbikes Says February 25, 2008 @ 6:52 am
It’s all about safety!
Jrok Says February 27, 2008 @ 8:44 pm
Dude that place riiiiips. I had the pleasure this afternoon! Thanks for the bad ass DMC timer Lee!
leelikesbikes Says February 27, 2008 @ 8:52 pm
Tell me your best 3-lap time. Pump Track Worlds!