Monthly Archives: May 2012

NEW CG Purist Water Bottles // In Stock

Posted by kcoleman on 05/31/2012 | General, New Items

The new City Grounds water bottles are in and we have stepped our bottle game up this time with the use of Purist technology.

“The first water bottle that offers a taste as pure as drinking from a glass, with all the advantages of a flexible bottle. Features include a protective barrier inside that prevents odors, stains, and mold from permanently attaching; the Watergate™ cap with a self-sealing Heart Valve™ to prevent leaks; and a clearview strip to make liquid analysis easy.”

Available in both translucent and smoke colors, these bottles retail for $9.99/ 22oz. and $10.99/ 26 oz. Shop for yours now by clicking here >>

Tagged: CG, City Grounds, New Items, Purist, Water Bottles

Chrome Pawn Salvage Series // New In Stock!

Posted by kcoleman on 05/22/2012 | Apparel, General, New Items

New in stock is the Salvage Pawn Rolltop, the newest addition to Chrome’s salvage series. The Pawn uses reclaimed materials for the outer shell, with a waterproof rolltop closure and dual compartments that separate wet/dry cargo. Weatherproof, city-proof, stamped & individually numbered these bags are as sturdy as they come. Grab yours today on our online store or at one of our shop locations for $150.

Specs:

- Outer shell made with reclaimed materials

- Waterproof rolltop closure accommodates a range of load sizes.

- Dual waterproof compartments separate wet/dry cargo.

- External pockets with stainless steel hardware for quick access.

- Daisy chain mounting loops for attaching carabiners or bike lights.

- Industrial strength velcro accessory shoulder mounting straps.

Shop now >>

Tagged: Backpacks & Bags, Chrome, Pawn, Rolltop, Salvage

San Francisco Road Trip // Photo Recap

Posted by kcoleman on 05/07/2012 | Community, Event, General, Photo

For the Red Bull Ride & Style Event in San Francisco, good friend of the shop Richard Kim documented the trip with his film camera. The photoset includes the long car ride from Orange County, the Chrome registration pre-party, Rapha Cycle Club shop visit, Ride & Style event and everything in between. Scroll down to check out all of the photos! Continue reading »

Tagged: community, Event, Photos, Red Bull Ride and Style, Richard Kim

Red Bull Ride & Style // Video Recap

Posted by kcoleman on 05/04/2012 | Community, Contest, Event, General, Video

This past weekend a few of the City Grounds staff, team riders and friends headed up to San Francisco to take part in the 2nd annual Red Bull Ride & Style Event. Check out the video we put together highlighting some of the weekend including the Chrome pre-party, the ride & style event and much more.
Great job to our team riders Justin “Congo” Mitchell, Matt Spencer & Corey San Agustin for representing City Grounds and the rest of the participants in pushing the sport of FGFS!

Tagged: Chrome, City Grounds, community, Event, Red Bull, Ride and Style, Team Riders, Video

Team/Staff Rider Page // John Maniquis

Posted by kcoleman on 05/03/2012 | Bike Check, Community, General

During our trip up to San Francisco for the Red Bull Ride & Style event, we stopped by the Rapha Cycle Club to catch up with our good friend and former Long Beach staff member John Maniquis. John gave us a tour of the shop and also let us get a few exclusive photos of inside the Rapha truck to showcase his bike. Check out his 1998 GT GTB build by clicking here or on the images below!

View his bike check details and more pictures by clicking here >>

Tagged: Bike Check, City Gorunds, community, fixed gear, GT, John Maniquis, Rapha