Sunday, February 20, 2011

Wade hates skinnies

Kym Grosser

Everyone's favorite Aussie has a brand new teaser edit out from Blazeguard. You can spot Mick Bayzand chillin in the background.

It really goes to show you, getting banger a clip isn't always a first-time thing:

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Preserve Vedder

This is a petition to stop the gravel conveyor & quarry on north side of Vedder Mountain. The petition ends March 31, Sign it. and send to anyone you know.
Petition here.

http://www.gopetition.com/petition/41943.html

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Planting native species

We try very hard to respect the neighborhood and environment surrounding the 604. Yesterday we planted a number of native species around the pump track for privacy and ecology's sake. We want to ensure there are minimal impacts as a result of our presence.

We seeded pacific coast wildflowers on any disturbed area which won't be ridden on(back sides of berms, the center of the track, etc...).

We also ran into the biologist who is charge of sediment and erosion control for the housing construction near our track. We asked him about the impact on the local water tables and environment as a result of our track's location and our building techniques.

We were happy to hear that our track does not represent any appreciable harm to the local area and it is not a concern for erosion or sediment due to its construction techniques ( the track drains towards the middle, surrounded by Canary grass which works as an excellent filter, as well as our planting of native species, among the other reasons he cited). Needless to say, we were very happy to hear all of this from a biologist. Especially one hired by the local developer.

What a great day. Here's the video:Special thanks to Kyle for getting plants donated to us!

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Constructive destruction

Until today, There was a step down and a berm within close proximity to a salmon spawning creek in an area near the 604 pump track. We try very hard to show stewardship and respect toward the local community and environment. Unfortunately the location of these features were compromising that goal.

We decommissioned these two features and spread forest debris and logs to further discourage riding and building in this area. We spoke with the builders of these former features and explained why the features were decommissioned and why this type of construction needs to be avoided.

We respect our good relationship with the local community and wish to further show our good intentions, If you visit the 604 and find garbage or other issues please contact us. We will attempt to remedy this situation as soon as possible.

Andreu Lacondeguy

Rides some massive jumps for We are Family.

The no-hander superman was amazing

Monday, February 14, 2011

604 on Dirt

The 604 pump track is now on DIRT magazine for their 'Winter Digging' feature check it out here.

Happy Valentine's day