SSWC 08 - Singlespeed World Championships in Napa, CA

August 28th, 2008 by Francois

On August 24, hundreds of singlespeeders gathered in Napa, CA to race. World class riders , cross-dressers, slackers gathered from around the world not only to race but to live and experience bike culture. Like singlespeeding, the SSWC captures the essence of cycling where riders display their passion for pedaling and for life.

There was indeed a race and the winners were:

Mens Category - Carl Decker

Womens Category - Rachel Lloyd.

Full results are coming soon. Enjoy the photos by Forrest Arakawa

The organizer, Curtis Inglis of Retrotec Bicycles displays his best angle.

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Barry Wicks was in full flight in this yellow outfit.

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7 Responses

  1. brodiegrrl Says:

    wow,

    I always thought single speeders were a bit off, but REALLY!

  2. WalkingUpstream Says:

    Hey, how did Jenn Hopkins from the UK do? I was convinced she was going to win!!

  3. bill j Says:

    I can assure other viewers that single speeding does not require fruity costumes. my lord!!!!

  4. adam Says:

    francis this post should have a warning label. ack!

  5. Pete Says:

    Real men can where a pink thong, race a SS and drink beer. Many of those men are men.

  6. sublux Says:

    Simplicity defined…riding a single speed in your underpants. Brilliant.

  7. Paul Says:

    Mark Weir is a legend. Love those photos of him nailing the trails while the rigid weenies struggle. I reckon he could not only take down Lance Armstrong but also Chuck Norris :D Brilliant.

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