We welcome Edin Barrientos and Victor Marquez into the So Close So Far studio. We talk to Edin and Vic about the dynamics of there friendship! The beginning of Chief Lunes and the start of the LAUWC (Los Angeles Underground World of Cycling). The episode hits some heavy notes with the stories of fallen riders, stories that should be talked about. Moments that have motivated Edin to advocate for bike safety and help motivate those around him. We spill into Vic’s mind and how the start of Unsanctioned bike racing has become a staple in LA. Listen and enjoy as we end the show on some light hearted but funny stories about Chiefs Lunes infamous party rides. As always we hope you enjoy!

We teamed up with Brian Galdamez from UNSNCTND to create a once in a lifetime race series that paid homage to our hometown where each race was a love letter to a person, place, or thing. Some how people showed up, enjoyed themselves to the fullest, and even came to our wrap party where we showed a recap video, displayed a zine with photos and work from artist who came to the event, and even recorded this live podcast! Thank you everyone who came through excited to keep the party rolling with Chapter 4!

We were lucky enough to sit down with Tracy Kendrick this week. A producer, mixer, and engineer behind some of the most influential Hip Hop and RnB records to ever come out of the west coast, and now an avid talented marathon runner. From his first record working with The Egyptian Lover to developing Dj Quik at a young age and now running the Boston Marathon next week we're not sure what Tracy cant do. Tracy gives us stories and wisdom of the past as well where he's at now with running and the overlapping qualities between two different lives. Hope you enjoy and we'll attach a playlist of some Tracy's bangers!

Jessica Martinez is a Long Beach native that cant help but frequent both the running and cycling world as well runs a bike and book club, rollerskates, and who the hell knows what other trouble she gets into! Guess you have to listen and find out! Hope you enjoy this episode we drank heavily for St. Patrick and celebrated life throughly.  Cheers to a real one, enjoy!

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Growing up in Los Angeles there are many paths you can take. For good and for bad. Those lines can easily become blurred even for the most innocent well intentioned kids growing up. Ronnie Leon has lived an incredible life and walked more of those paths than most, as well survived a few most don't make it back from. A young talented artist turned graffiti writer found himself falling down the road of addiction struggling with heavy drugs and the lifestyle that comes with it. We talk about his amazing road to recovery, making amends with his past, and now as a Hot Shot working in WildLife and Fire in the Angeles Forest as well as an avid trail runner. He's just getting started and his journey in one we feel so fortunate to document and he now owns and is proud of. He's an inspiration to all his lil homies and a leader to those around him now, we hope everyone takes away something from this episode. Enjoy and tap in with Ronnie!

First episode into 2022 and we had to do it right! With that said we bring you the sweetest nightmare on two wheels Micheal Kalenda owner of Lets Ride Cyclery based out of Burbank CA and the man behind 'the LA tourist race" one of the most unique, challenging, exciting and most importantly accessible bike races currently happening in LA. Sit back and crack open a cold one as we get close and personal with the Mike, we have some funny stories, wild outcomes and some good advice for those curious at attempting this one of a kind adventure.  

In this episode we sat down with Chloe Towns who is spear heading the project LA Saves Track. A project that is focused on building a community funded track at LA High and improving the opportunities for the kids who attend. We also had Brain Galdamez join who has been helping with the project as well. Together we cover a multitude of topics that include Chloe’s past where she was a professional tae kwondo  fighter, what its like working with the LAUSD school system as well as being a kid that attends it, and so much more! Enjoy the episode and visit the link below to find out how to get involved!

https://linktr.ee/LASAVESTRACK

Z is as unique as her name and if you didn’t know of her you will after this very unfiltered episode.  Jumping straight into conversations about 29er BMX culture, a scene that for a long time was predominantly male driven. Z talks about her introduction and Influences, what it’s like to have a growing following and how to deal with adversity. This is a fun filled episode full of contrast, once again enjoy, like and subscribe. 

Recently myself and a rowdy crew of misfits participated in The Speed Project  for Satisfy.  A 340 mile unsanctioned 6 person relay race with few rules from the Santa Monica pier to Las Vegas. This episode was recorded hot and fresh the weekend after the conclusion of the race featuring two of the other members. Leigh Gerson, the team captain and one of the runners who has recently moved to Los Angeles from New York. We also have Hakim Tafari who brought exactly what we needed spiritually as a crew member. Together we share the most detailed tales of the adventure, from compassion to death defying moments sleepless running through death valley from the Santa Monica pier to Las Vegas. Enjoy! 

Also be sure to check the short film out OUT ON A WIRE which documents the whole experience here!

https://vimeo.com/580465238 

Jenay Meraz is a Los Angeles local whos been involved in organizing in and out of running for a long time. Shes responsible for large positive impacts on whatever she pours her energy into. Notably she is currently a captain for  Good Vibes Track Club as well splitting her time working in the world of fine art galleries.