Saturday, January 16, 2010
Friday, January 15, 2010
E-Dub gets a foot job
Last weekend Icon team member Ernie Vigil looped a wheelie while performing at the International Motorcycle Show. Proving that even the most gifted of riders sometimes get the proverbial horn. Ernie landed under the bike allowing the footpeg to penetrate the heel of his Puma/Ducati shoe. The resulting foot injury is pretty gruesome. Though Ernie is expecting a full recovery he'll be out of commission for at least six weeks.
Just for to clarify some misguided internet gossip - Ernie was NOT wearing Icon footwear when this accident occurred. The Puma/Ducati shoe he was wearing is in no way affiliated with Icon.
Screen capture as Ernie 13 o'clocks the Monster
Still wanna wear those skate shoes when you ride?
About the only time Ernie isn't smiling
Pieced back together but it's gonna hurt for a long time
Variant Urban Assault Helmet
Its a matter of survival. In an unforgiving maze of gravel strewn corners and malevolent steel a rider needs protection, vision and comfort. The call to arms has been answered. Introducing the Icon Variant.
You've heard the rumors, seen the teasers, now watch video.
You've heard the rumors, seen the teasers, now watch video.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
The Spice Must Flow
Preeminent bike builder Roger Goldammer and his Icon Mainframe versus the Bonneville Salt Flats. If you aren't up to speed on his bikes you need to be - his skills and creations are beyond comprehension. Goldammer controls the spice.
Twin CR250 motors - CF girder - full commitment ergos
Man vs. Salt
Supercharged big twin single - alloy body - speechless...
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
The Speed Cretin's Early Days
Straight from Thad, our graphic master's Trapper Keeper - note the nipple rosettes and the decayed teeth - the work of a true artisan
Bling Glove Winner Update
Here's a gloved fist, along with the rest of me doin what I do best (other than riding), chillin on my recliner. We have those in bulgaria too. We also just got moving picture boxes, Miami Vise! number one NEW show! -Parker |
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
The Bikes of No Limit Japan
Our friends from Team No Limit Japan just updated their fleet with some of the latest Icon inspired artwork. If you're in Japan be sure to check out AFG Moto and tell them Icon sent you.
DDLM - Owner Nakanuma 2007 CBR 600RR, Akro Exhaust, 1Moto Stunt Cage, 1Moto Scrap bar, Full Throttle Rear Hand Brake Module, Graphics by AFG Moto (Akira Hamano), GPR Stabilizer, Vortex Rearsets and Sprocket, EK Chain, Seats by Neo Factory
RDG - Owner Nakanuma, 2006 CBR 600RR, Striker Exhaust, 1Moto Stunt Cage, 1Moto Scrap bar, Full Throttle Rear Hand Brake Module, Graphics by AFG Moto (Akira Hamano), GPR Stabilizer, Vortex Rearsets and Sprocket, EK Chain, Seats By Neo Factory
Search And Destroy - Owner Ichimoto, 2003 CBR 954RR, Blue Flame Exhaust, Over Rearsets , Vortex Sprocket, GPR Stabilizer, 1Moto rear brake bracket with extra caliper for hand brake, EK Chain, Neo Factory Seats, Graphics by AFG Moto , Freestyle Inginuity Cage, 1Moto Scrape Bar, Active quick throttle
Monday, January 11, 2010
Busted and Broken - Painted Pavement
I was in a low-speed crash this weekend and was knocked out in the process. Your helmet saved me, and your boots protected my feet. Both items are ruined but I know I’ll be replacing them with your products, as they performed perfectly. I would like to tell this to the right person at your company in my own words, as it is very serious to me.
Damage to the bike and myself was minimal, but after looking at the helmet, I know it saved my life. It was my first time wearing the boots but if I was in casual shoes I feel I would have suffered foot damage. The helmet photos show a crack at the back of the helmet (middle of the skull art), which tells me it was a hard impact. The grey line is not just a chip in the paint, but runs completely through the fiberglass shell. That says the helmet did its job. Thank you once again for your products. Although my wreck wasn’t "glorious", it still could have been life-threatening.
I guess I should explain. I was pulling onto the highway and went over a painted arrow in the turn lane. The roads were dry and it wasn’t freezing out, but pavement marks often get slick. My bike slipped, then caught dry pavement and high-sided. It threw me onto my head. The next thing I knew cops and paramedics were standing over me. One of the State reps (a friend of mine) is going to talk to the D.O.T. about why the markings are so dangerously slick.
Now, I will start saving up to get a replacement helmet and boots. They definitely will be ICON.
Name Withheld by Request
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