Tag: El Paso
El Paso’s best kept secret..
by Lalo on Jul.29, 2010, under news
Well, it’s really Chaparral, New Mexico’s best kept secret but who gives a damn considering it’s only 10 minutes from EP’s North East. Ever since 2002, the El Paso area has had a hell of a time sustaining a legitimate set of trails but thanks to Isaac, Charlie, and Steve that’s recently changed. Meet the Raptor trails. I’m not sure if they named them after the disemboweling dinosaur to deter kids from smashing their manicured jumps to bits, but I guess it really doesn’t matter. They could be called the Tampon Trails for all I care. The point is that I’ll have something other than ditches to ride the next time I visit the motherland.
Demolition Team in El Paso?!
by Lalo on Jul.20, 2010, under bikes
I know, I know, it’s been ages since I’ve updated the Beacon but I’m looking to change that soon. Keep an eye out for more. Anyhow, I was browsing throught Demolition’s website a few days ago and came across a set of riding pics shot in EP. I thought they were just passing through, but it seems they’ve been there for at least three days and are sessioning hard. It’s cool to see El Chuco getting some pro traffic. Someone should point them over to the hook!
That’s a shot of Doyle at my favorite wallride ever.
E.P. Ed- El Paso Photos
by Lalo on Feb.25, 2010, under people
Who is EpEd? Well, if you’ve ever ridden in the El Paso/Albuquerque area for a good amount of time, you have probably met him. The dude shreds silently. If you spot him at a skate park, you likely see him hanging 5 or busting 180 bars out of assorted obstacles. Eddie Welsh is his real name and he’s a cool dude to hang out with. I’ve known Ed for a really long time and he’s definitely come a long way. If you ever meet him, ask him “Why can’t we just go to Taco Bell?”.
These are 5 thing you should know about him:
1. He drives a pink car.
2. He used to be chubby as a kid but went on the BMX diet.
3. He doesn’t hold on tight to his grips (I gave him a set of Edwins once and they lasted forever).
4. He’s a pizza delivery guy
5. He looks like he should be a member of The Mars Volta
On top of all this, he’s got a good eye. Click more to see some of his work. (continue reading…)
