I've always been drawn to things on the fringe. Hells Angels, Punk Rock, Skateboards... The list is endless. I have been told I have a fascination with those sorts of things, maybe that is why I prefer small companies a bunch. Granted it's not a hard and fast rule of mine. However, when possible I love having something made from a niche market or in a DIY fashion. Over the last year I have been turned onto a few companies like this. Small businesses that do one or two things but extremely well. Since our biggest sponsors are our own checkbooks. I really like finding something at a reasonable price and that works well. Here are some of the Deathwish Riders favorites in that category.
Chomper Body makes products for people who love to play sports and
strive to incorporate the healthiest possible choices for their active
lifestyle. We use ingredients that are pure and simple. Ingredients that
promote health and are good for your skin like moisturizing nut
butters, lubricating oils and healing essential oils. Left out are
potentially harmful ingredients – things that clog pores and pollute the
body. And although our products won't save your life or your soul, they
will provide hours of comfort and peace of mind for anyone passionate
about living a healthier life.
I really enjoy both Muscle Butters and the Ballocks chamois cream. I haven't got to use my Crash ointment yet...Knock on wood. ~ k.rider.
BBG BASHGUARDS
Are made in Portland, Oregon USA.
This is a light weight but strong bashguard that is designed to replace the big ring on your mountain or cyclocross cranks or you can cover the big ring. All bashguards are made from the same 5000 series 1/8 inch thick aluminum (except the superlights which are 1/16 inch thick) and are all anodized and laser etched for durability. It works great for single speeds, cross country and all mountain riding.
This product has been tested over boulders and rocks for over seven years now and we have not been able to bend or break one yet.
I use the standard MTB guard on the 'Chrimson Ghost' rigid single speed, just for added no chain drop protection. Great product, which is also cheap and light. ~ k.rider
BBG BASHGUARDS
Are made in Portland, Oregon USA.
This is a light weight but strong bashguard that is designed to replace the big ring on your mountain or cyclocross cranks or you can cover the big ring. All bashguards are made from the same 5000 series 1/8 inch thick aluminum (except the superlights which are 1/16 inch thick) and are all anodized and laser etched for durability. It works great for single speeds, cross country and all mountain riding.
This product has been tested over boulders and rocks for over seven years now and we have not been able to bend or break one yet.
I use the standard MTB guard on the 'Chrimson Ghost' rigid single speed, just for added no chain drop protection. Great product, which is also cheap and light. ~ k.rider
What we offer is an
alternative cycling accessory designed to carry the essentials for race
day repairs and backcountry excursions. Made from top-shelf materials
with intensive attention to detail, there is no more secure, durable,
and reliable way to keep your tube, tire levers, CO2, or multi-tool
handy and ready to use in a matter of seconds. With multiple mounting
options, our straps can easily adjust to hold as much or as little as
you need to carry, anywhere on your bike. They are incredibly easy to
swap from one bike to another, yet so reasonably priced that you can buy
one for each arrow in your quiver.
Saddle bags are now obsolete. Bulky and clumsy, their mounting design can offer limited access to its contents when strapped to your seat rails. No more broken or fouled zippers, wadding your gear into cramped spaces, or jingling multi-tools and spare links wearing holes in your tubes.
Put that electrical tape back in your toolbox, give your old toe straps to a starving hipster, and toss that saddle scrotum in the trash. Our straps will hold with the tenacity of a honey badger while swaddling your setup like a loving mother.
Saddle bags are now obsolete. Bulky and clumsy, their mounting design can offer limited access to its contents when strapped to your seat rails. No more broken or fouled zippers, wadding your gear into cramped spaces, or jingling multi-tools and spare links wearing holes in your tubes.
Put that electrical tape back in your toolbox, give your old toe straps to a starving hipster, and toss that saddle scrotum in the trash. Our straps will hold with the tenacity of a honey badger while swaddling your setup like a loving mother.
j.rider hipped me to these fine folks and I'm now a super fan. I have Awesome Straps on all my bikes, TulBags in my jersey pockets and even a FonBag for the texting/talking device. ~ k.rider
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