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Bike To Oz - Episode 1 Mar 02, 2008

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UK - Hooray for the heroic adventure. It's exactly what Kevin and Lowanna have embarked on, a 10,000 mile journey from England to Australia by bicycle.
The best part is that they are video blogging their story from the roads, deserts, and woodlands and mountains of UK, Europe, Pakistan, India, Iran, Malaysia and finally Australia.
Part of the reason for this epic journey is to raise attention to global warming and over dependence on fossil fuels. Find out more at www.bike2oz.com.

The Bicyclist: Preview 25 Feb 28, 2008

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The bicyclist turns dark.

BikeXploitation Promo 2 Feb 25, 2008

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You know how they say 'you hurt the ones you love'? It works the same
with bikes. I don't all think bikers are *necessarily* masochists,
although what do you call people who push their bodies for 18 hours at
a time for fun?
This video is not about strenuous exercise, but it is about putting
ourselves in an uncomfortable position and receiving an unexpected
benefit.
You ask, "what are these videos all about?" RevPhil clarifies, "I see the videos a way to promote the bike porn film fest and the notion cycling as sexy".
Check out BikeSmut.com for more information.

Project Pedal - Ep. 7, 64 days Pt. 2 Feb 21, 2008

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Once again Mike Ambs uses his photography skills to get personal about his project: Project Pedal. Get caught up on the episodes at http://www.CrankMyChain.com .
In this episode we meet the riders and learn of a serious setback. But the project pedals on.

The 2008 Mini-Bike Winter Olympics Feb 18, 2008

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PORTLAND, Ore.- Zoobomb's annual fesitval of glory and fun once again drew great crowds spectators, entertainment, not to mention balmy February weather.
Sunday, spectators as from California to Canada, Seattle and Eugene competed in Olympic Segment of the four-day event. Competitions included bike limbo, bike derby, monkey-chicken, deth race 2000, and the blind race.
The Sprockettes ladies mini-bike dance team entertained the crowd. Cupcake once again threw out his challenge. That is, taking a dip with a bike in the Wilamette River. Is it a toxic bath? Perhaps. It was definitely free fun

A BikeXploitation Valentine Feb 14, 2008

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PORTLAND, Ore. - A special valentines day surprise from CrankMyChain! CycleTV, Reverend Phil, and some of the riders of the Midnight Mystery Ride.
We asked bikers on this past Friday's MMR about their bike sexual
experiences. Here is the first steamy video which promotes the Bike Porn II "BikeXploitation" film festival. Find out more at www.BikeSmut.com.
We plan to release one such movie every week until the long awaited
premiere of Bike Porn II this June.
People who loved last year's Pornography of the Bicycle will have
their opportunity to get dirty on the big screen at the Clinton Street
Theater June 13th. Behold, the official call for submissions for the
new bike porn theme: BIKEXPLOITATION
BikeXploitation Flier
Artists interested in submitting to Bike Porn II: BIKEXPLOITATION shall
* send an email to revphil@gmail.com
* use mini-DV tape or better
* shoot in 9x16 aspect ratio
* make it 7 minuets or less
* copyright-free music is better
* submit by April 15th, 2008
9 months have passed since The Pornography of the Bicycle premiered at
the Clinton Street Theater as part of Pedalpaloosa and the Portland
Underground Film Festival. That night over 500 sexy bikers lined up to
witness the series of short videos on the theme "bike porn". Since
then the program has played shows in Seattle, Bellingham, Vancouver
BC, Los Angeles, Davis, San Francisco, and Cottage Grove, Oregon.
In March The Pornography of the Bicycle will go on an eastern swing
including Chicago, Columbus, New York, Washington DC and Richmond
Virginia. Supporters are encouraged to contact friends and consulting
adults to help make every screening a success!
Chicago http://www.musicboxtheatre.com/
Richmond VA: http://www.byrdtheatre.com/
This program will never been available on DVD and has only been seen
in theaters.
As a kickoff for the tour a final Portland screening of The
Pornography of the Bicycle will take place March 1st. This time with
more audience interaction. Expect more details soon
The Midnight Myster Ride happens ever second Friday of the month. The bikey fun is well worth staying up for. Find out more about the ride here.
The MMR was also benefit for Leo Westwind

Make a Difference - Ride More Bikes Feb 11, 2008

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This is a Movie from Sept. 2005. It stands the test of time; only the gas prices have gone up.
There is also a great free-jazz soundtrack which uses Blondie's Heart of Glass for the melody.
This video was lifted from the Make a Difference Blog:
"I believe that it is possible to change the world through the smallest actions. This Blog explores the little things that not only I but others do in order to make a difference."
Here is the text from the post
"As a poor college student booming gas prices are a down right pain in the ass. So what does one poor student do? Or anybody for that matter? Well, there are many routs, but I decided to acquire a bike. I found one that didn't belong to anybody in the basement of the house I am living in. I got it fixed up, and now I am gas free. Sure it cost money to fix it, but in my mind I'm not only getting off my fat ass, and getting some exercise, but I am feeling good about it.
In my opinion the gas price boom is, in large part, due to panic. And I chose not to support it. I think when gas companies can price their gas in relation to the actual supply and demand of the country and stop profiteering than I will decide to support them, but until then I just have to make sure I leave for class a few minutes earlier than I would normaly.
What do you think?"
I think it's terrific! It's short and to the point. It says "fuck big oil. I'll ride my bike and it's more fun anyway."
The camera work is simple and effective. I love the above the head POV and the shadow shots. The music brings it all together.

Cycle Jerks - Episode #2 - Trick Track 2 Feb 07, 2008

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From the Cycle Jerk's Website:
Trick Track is exactly what it sounds like: Tricks on Track bikes. This months Trick Track was held at Civic Center Park and is organized by Fuck You Phil Carlson and Hot Tony. Besides tricks, we started off the night this time with a beer sweep. Who ever can pick up the most beers and hold them- without a bag- wins. . . the beer.
Sam Turner won this Trick Track with his Superman trick.
To find out more about Trick Track (now called “Track Attack”), check out their Myspace page.

Mini-Bike Winter - Interview with Ifny and Gladiators Feb 04, 2008

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PORTLAND, Ore.- Hey, get ready for the Fifth Mini-Bike Winter Olympics with an interview and footage from last year.
Here is a ride along with Pedal Revolutionary DJ and Hostess, Ifny Lachance, followed by some footage of her competing for the honor or Team Canada and love of Cascadia.
Team Canada is coming back and so is all the free fun you could ever want in a weekend. Mark Feb 13-18 on this years calendar for the Mini-Bike Winter Olympics!
Mini-Bike Winter Theme Music composed by Dan Kaufman. Drums by The Last Regiment of Syncopated Drummers.

Cycle Jerks - Episode #1 Jan 30, 2008

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DENVER, Colo. - Cycle Jerks is a new Internet Television Show about messenger punks from the Mile High City.
Think Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious on fixies with a handycam. You can't to turn away but be sure to hide the bourbon and the silver.

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