FAST TIMES
BAND of BROTHERS four out of forty Just over a year ago, Fasthouse began building out our headquarters in the city where it all began, Newhall (AKA Santa Clarita), California. We are located at 26525 Ruether Ave. Santa Clarita, CA. 91350.
In the late 1960s early ‘70s, a legendary moto park called Indian Dunes sat just a stone’s throw away from Hollywood. Just down the road from the track was a house where the dirtbike fanatics would gather after riding to bench race and tell war stories. Kenny Alexander was just a kid and this was his grandpa’s house. Indian Dunes, this house, and the continuous parade of dirt bike lovers that gathered there, inspired and nurtured the dream that became Fasthouse. It’s more than a brand, it’s a lifestyle realized by the intangible connection running through generations of moto enthusiasts. Most of us were born into it, but there are some lucky ones that find it along the way.
MIC RODGERS In the world of Hollywood stunts and action movies, Mic Rodgers is as well-known as stuntmen get. For 40 years Mic has done it all— from performing really cool stunts in top films to doubling Mel Gibson in “Braveheart”, and other Gibson movies, to becoming a 2nd Unit director on countless feature films. He just wrapped “Horse Soldiers”, to be released later this year. Everyone knows our buddy Mic is a moto fanatic, so at the end of shoot, his stunt crew surprised him with a brand new Husqvarna FC450. Happy trails.
DAVE CASTILLO Fasthouse and Dave Castillo have been connected since the beginning when Dave got his start in stunt work after a career as a professional motocross racer. His first big break as a stunt performer came in the 2003 movie “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle”. Since then, he’s worked on films such as “The Dark Knight Rises”, “Jurassic World”, “Ironman”, and the recently released “C.H.I.P.s”. When he isn’t on set, Dave still enjoys twisting the throttle, especially when it’s at his family’s ranch in Central California, the world famous Castillo Ranch.
REID HARPER The youngest of the Harper brothers, Reid is a secondgeneration stuntman, following in his father Tom’s footsteps. At only 21, Reid already has an impressive film resume, which has no doubt been propelled by his talent on two wheels and his youthful exuberance for stunt work. When he isn’t working, you can find him down at the beach chasing girls and catching waves, or twisting the throttle on his dirt bike. You can see his latest work in “Guardians Of The Galaxy” and “Jurassic World.”
J.N. ROBERTS In the 1960s and ‘70s J.N. Roberts owned the desert, he was the baddest of the bad. He could cut his way across the desert floor like no other. He was a living legend even back then. At every race, he was a spot of dust on the horizon with three thousand guys desperately trying to catch him. He won 27 consecutive desert races and the Barstow to Vegas four years in a row. He was a badass racer and he became a badass stuntman.
What is Fasthouse you might ask. That’s not an easy question to answer. It’s a place with a purpose, a respect for the past, an optimistic enthusiasm for the future; but more than anything else, Fasthouse is a purveyor of good times. Be it two wheels, four wheels, surfboards, snowboards, skateboards or whatever—if it’s fast and fun, it fits the Fasthouse way of life. Going forward, Fasthouse plans to continue honoring the past, enjoying the present, and blazing new trails into the future. If you’re ever in the neighborhood, stop by and say hi to the Fasthouse family.
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FASTHOUSE MEDIA content production is the future
The future of any brand lies in how it’s marketed and its message distributed to the masses. Whether it’s a computer, cell phone, tablet, or magazine, content is key to successfully promoting and getting a brand’s message out there. For the past few years, Fasthouse has been working tirelessly to produce content that conveys our message of spreading good times with friends and family. We like to think we’ve been relatively successful, reaching our target audience and increasing our reach, but that isn’t enough. At the core of Fasthouse lies a tie to Hollywood that dates back over 40 years. It’s through this that we’ve decided to set our goals high, aim for the fences, and push ourselves to become a leader in media by utilizing
that experience to elevate not only the amount of content we produce, but the production value of that content as well. Since the first of the year, in addition to our regular content, we’ve brought to fruition a brand new web series entitled “After Hours With Sean Collier”, which delves into the lives of motocrossers, artists, successful entrepreneurs, and anyone that sparks our interest. We’ve also helped produce “Stunt Stories” with legendary Hollywood stuntman Corey Eubanks. Both shows have been a resounding success, and since then, we’ve already begun pre-production on more specialized branded content. But in spite of those successes, we want more and will continue to push ourselves. If you haven’t already, visit fasthouse.com to check out everything we’ve been working on. There are some big plans on the horizon.
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After a long, fun day of twisting the throttle—if you’re over 21—there’s really nothing better than an ice-cold brewski. While combustible fuel and a frothy beverage might not sound like a match made in heaven, gas and beer actually go together like cake and ice cream. And since the beginning of Fasthouse, 805 has been a close partner, helping us release some rad jerseys, gloves, and casual apparel all while spreading the word of cool vibes and good times. If you haven’t already seen the epic video put together by the 805 crew, then you’re missing out. It was shot during one of our many trips up to our favorite track Zaca Station, and consisted of spinning a lot of laps followed by a trip to the local Firestone Brewery to enjoy some 805 poured into frosty mugs. The filming crew didn’t skimp on the production value either, shooting the entire short film with a Red Epic camera mounted up with expensive cinema glass. The end product is one that you will want to check out. Cinema quality packed into a short five-minute piece.
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Fasthouse humbly began in a garage and has always been about appreciating the past, looking towards the future, and never forgetting to enjoy the present. So when it came time to partner with a helmet company, Bell Helmets was an easy choice. As a brand, the company goes back to the beginning of motorcycle racing, and has always maintained a high level of authenticity, creative design, and above all, safety. “Bell has been around for so long, and they have such a history in the sport, when I was nine, I wore a Bell,” said Fasthouse founder Kenny Alexander. “It’s really cool to partner with a company whose roots are so deep, and they make one of the raddest helmets out there.” Since releasing the first collaboration helmet for last year’s Day In The Dirt, Bell and Fasthouse have been hard at work to produce more stylish helmets. All featuring the same look and feel people have become accustomed to with FH and Bell. “I think Kenny really exemplifies the heritage of Bell and Fasthouse,” said Bell’s Chris Sackett. “I love it and we see eye-to-eye when it comes to the product and designs.” Be on the lookout at your local dealership in the coming months.
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We race… sometimes. It’s a mantra that we’ve become known for—always in search of good times on two wheels, no matter if we’re racing or not. Back in the day, District 37 desert races were where SoCal legends like J.N. Roberts and Ronnie Rondell cut their teeth, dodging pucker bushes, rocks, and cactus as they raced across the open desert. And with that being said, every time there’s a District 37 AMA Big 6 Grand Prix in our backyard, we round up the crew to head out for some good old-fashioned racing that tests both man and machine. If you just read that, though, wondering what the hell we’re talking about, you’re sorely missing out and in need of a massive wake up call. This side of the Mississippi, the Big 6 Series is the largest amateur racing organization currently in operation, attracting thousands of entries each month and some of off-road’s fastest professional racers. Not only does the series have classes for every single age, skill, and bike size, but it’s also one of the most family-oriented camaraderie-driven organizations out there. Sure, there are the fast pros going for broke and earning a living, but the atmosphere at a Big 6 event harkens back to the days when riders would show up to Indian Dunes with nothing more than an ice chest full of beer and water, a fueled up bike, and a fun-loving attitude. It’s this that draws us to these events. Well… that and the fact that you truly get your money’s worth with just a single hour-long race.
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Let’s be honest, if you’re a motocross purest, there is nothing better than the smell of fresh premix in the morning. Back in the day, when two-strokes ruled the roost—no pun intended—premix smoke filled the air. It’s because of this, that we regularly attended events like the Two-Stroke World Championships. If there’s one two-stroke, though, that has garnered a lot of attention over the past few years, it’s Collier’s KX500. Lovingly referred to as “The Beast” Collier has taken the bike to victories at multiple two-stroke races, and even the Vet World Championships. But if you ask him, it’s not about winning, “When you take out the fact that it’s an old bike—it’s antiquated, has shitty brakes, and a lot of the componentry is pretty hammered—I’m still twisting the throttle and having fun, which is what it’s all about.” Two-strokes and fun go hand-in-hand, and that’s exactly what we’re all about.
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RIDER - RICKY DIAZ
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by Brendan Lutes In spite of having already done it once before
I was still nervous. But when Roland Sands and Cameron Brewer ask you if you want to ride a custom Roland Sands Designs Indian Scout in another Super Hooligan race at the second annual Lost Highway Show in San Bernardino, California, you don’t pass it up. Held at the San Manuel Amphitheater just behind Glen Helen Raceway, this year’s Lost Highway show featured a ton of bands, countless motorcycles on display, plenty of beer, and a Super Hooligan race presented by Roland Sands. Cut into a grass field in the middle of everything, the small Hooligan track was prepped and maintained by Speedway legend Brad Oxley and his crew, which included his sons— successful off-road racers that you’ve likely heard of—Colton Udall and Ian Young. When I arrived, my anxiety peaked as I walked the track. On paper, riding on fresh grass sounds like any two-wheel enthusiast’s dream, but when it comes down to it, grass is slicker than a whiskey fart on a hot summer day—especially when your bike is equipped with dirt track tires and no front brake. Oh, and it weighs over 500 pounds. Prior to practice, I tried to remind myself of the skills I learned during my first foray into the world of Hooligan competition in Las Vegas, and put it out of my mind that grass was going to make for an experience. And as it turned out, it didn’t take long before things got interesting. As I sat waiting for my first practice session, I looked up just in time to see Cameron Brewer high-side into turn three and gracefully tuck and roll before popping up on his feet to push his bent up Harley off the track for repairs. But that was tame compared to what happened next. Right at the conclusion of the third session we all watched at Shawn Guardado went down in turn four before getting run over by another rider. As Shawn laid on the track motionless, everyone held their breath with a look on their faces, as if to say, “This is going to be way—like a lot—sketchier than anticipated.” Thankfully, Shawn got up with a smashed helmet and a bad concussion, but otherwise okay. While he walked past staging, I took a deep breath and prepared to pull out onto the track. I got a total of three sessions in—15 laps—before it was time to race, and thankfully I managed to get a little more comfortable with each outing. Even though Hooligan racing is intimidating, once you get the hang of it, it’s a damn good time on a motorcycle. After trying to cool down in the 105-degree heat, I lined up for the first heat race, which when it was all said and done, turned out to be more of a battle of attrition than an actual race, as I was the only one left on two wheels after five red flag restarts. I guess you could say, I wasn’t trying hard enough, but in reality, I didn’t want to get any grass stains on my white jeans. My next race was the semi-finals, which didn’t go as planned thanks to a horrible start, causing me to finish third, punching my ticket to the consolation race rather than the main event. My disappointment, though, quickly changed as I lined up next to Andy Bell. Decked out in his Canadian Tuxedo—denim vest and jeans—I knew we were going to have a good time. And after battling back and forth through five restarts, the green flag waved for the final time. I came into the first corner way too hot and directly at Bell. The resulting t-bone high-sided me into another rider, whom I bounced off of and proceeded to set my sights on Bell out front, but it was too late. After the numerous re-starts, I didn’t have enough time left to catch Bell who was riding like a madman. With that, I sat on the sidelines and watched the finals with my wife and had a cold beer. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again, Hooligan racing has to be experienced to truly understand. On the surface, it looks like a bunch of—for lack of a better term—tattooed hooligans on heavy bikes being used in an application they weren’t meant for. In reality, though, the camaraderie between the riders, the challenge of riding the heavy bikes on a dirt track, and the overall good time makes Hooligan racing one of my favorite things to do. As is the case with any form of motorcycle racing, Super Hooligan events bring out the best in people. And just like Steve McQueen said, “Just when I think everything is wrong with the world, I come out here and see people having fun on motorcycles.”
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HELL
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durham and crew hit the pacific northwest
It all began when our phone rang and Tony Jeske was on the other end, explaining his
latest project bike dubbed Hell Raiser, “The name has a purpose,” Jeske began as he explained his vision. “I’m stirring up some hell. What’s wrong with being a little bit of a menace?” The YZ125 that Jeske created for the popular “The 1 Moto Show” in Portland, Oregon, was one that left an indelible impression on anyone who laid eyes on it. And after getting a few minor details sorted out, plans were hatched for a trip to Portland to unveil the beauty; followed by a return trip to the Pacific Northwest a few months later where Durham would swing a leg over it for the first time and raise a little hell aboard the tiddler. Slated to line up behind the gate during the 125 Dream Race at Washougal MX Park, the FH crew headed north in September for some testing before ultimately putting Hell Raiser head-to-head against a stacked field of twostroke rippers. With rain falling like cats and dogs during the days leading up to the race, the track was left a muddy mess, but that didn’t sway DD. Anyone with a bike as badass as Hell Raiser would stop at nothing to twist it’s throttle. As it turned out, Darryn put his head down, won his qualifier, and ultimately took third in the main event. The next day—with mud still stuck in Hell Raiser’s unmentionable places—DD hit up downtown Portland for a little poaching, wheelies, and one big burnout to close out the weekend of rowdy good times. You can’t name a bike Hell Raiser without actually raising a little hell on it… Head over to Fasthouse.com to check out the full video from the trip.
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THE VIEWING
DARRYN DURHAM Along with his good friend Mike LeGrand, Darryn Durham is the man behind The Viewing. Since he first lined up for a professional motocross race back in 2009, DD has always marched to the beat of his own drum—never forgetting who he is while always staying true to why he rides. Ever since the early professional days, he and Mike have been producing some of the most entertaining moto videos found on the Internet. But those videos aren’t all that Darryn has been up to lately. He has plans to race some Supercross and motocross events this year, living up to our mantra of “We race… sometimes” while still focusing on the reason he rides a dirt bike in the first place—fun.
WHITE LIGHTNING STRIKES So CAL Fasthouse was born back when men were men, rules were few, and bikes were ill handling heavy pieces of machinery. Sure, racing and winning was important back then, but for the most part, it was a time when going to the track was all about good times and making memories with close friends and family. Since that time, keeping the nostalgia alive is something that we love and something that we show with the White Lightning vintage gear.
White Lightning began a few years back when Sean Collier and Brendan Lutes entered a Hell On Wheels event at Glen Helen. And as it turned out, the duo went 1-2 in the Vintage Class. Since then, the white pants, white jersey, and white gloves have been a mainstay whenever Fasthouse riders line up for some old school fun. As to be expected, it’s not out of the ordinary to see a streak of white at the front of the pack during any given Sunday.
tyler bereman DD has a professional partner in crime, Tyler Bereman. After last year’s success of “The Viewing’s East Coast Is Toast” video series, Bereman has been concentrating on filming rad freeriding footage and keeping it fun and carefree with The Viewing. With racing not being his number one priority, Tyler has been able to keep his plate full with a variety of projects, ranging from moto videos to road trips to some serious Hollywood stunt work. Be on the lookout this summer for his X Games Real Moto video. When his insane bike skills are combined with incredible filming, you know it’ll be nothing but pure moto gold.
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What started off as a small gathering of stuntmen, Hollywood insiders, and motocross racers nearly 20 years ago, has grown into one of the most well-attended events of the year, and one that sits at the top of most moto enthusiasts’ bucket list.
Fast forward to the present, and today the Red Bull Day in the Dirt continues to be the Fastest Party in Town and the place for family and friends to gather, have a good time, and race a little.
The very first Day in the Dirt came out of a conversation between two stuntmen, Kenny Alexander and Jimmy Roberts, who wanted to pay homage to great Hollywood-supported races from the past like Hopetown and Westlake GP. They came up with a one day event, for the Friday after Thanksgiving 1998, and modestly hoped that at least 200 people would show up. As it turned out, over 1000 came through the gate that day, including moto legends Ricky Johnson and Broc Glover. The following year, the single-day event turned into a three-day party with friend/ director James Cameron coming on board—no “Titanic” reference intended—to help support the blossoming gathering. In addition, a new company in the U.S. called Red Bull, and an artist named Troy Lee, joined in on the fun as sponsors.
This year, DITD was one of the biggest and baddest in recent memory, attracting thousands of riders and spectators to Glen Helen Raceway for some racing, and well… partying. As a whole, the event went off without a hitch; however, Mother Nature had other plans for the final day, dumping rain before the sun came up, leaving the track soaked, muddy, and partially flooded. The final race of the weekend—the Coup de Grace—was more about survival than actually going fast, as just about the entire course was under water. When the checkered flag waved, Fasthouse’s own Blayne Thompson took home the big win along with a rad custom painted coffee table and the golden middle finger. Next year will mark the 20th anniversary of DITD, and it goes without saying that the crew will have some surprises up their sleeves.
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Punk Rock FH collab Artist, musician, skateboarder, surfer, Hot Rod builder, Pastor… Brian Bent is probably one of the coolest people we’ve ever met, and one of most gifted in numerous avenues.
When you meet him, his love for life is instantly palpable, and his passion for the arts is even more apparent. As an Orange County local, when he isn’t painting, Bent spends most of his spare time either behind the wheel of a fast car—that he probably built—or with his feet firmly planted on a board of some kind. When we met him at last year’s Red Bull Day In A Dirt where The Bent Duo played—a band comprised of Brian and his daughter—we knew we had to collaborate with him on something. Bent’s style is second to none and his artistic design dates back over 20 years to when he created much of the style that Southern California surf brand Becker was known for. In addition to his art, he also creates his own style of clothing, which is why we found it fitting to task him with designing a custom limited edition jersey. In only one sitting, Bent knocked it out of the park with a one-of-a-kind jersey that hit all the marks of style, badassery, and design.
To reiterate the words from our friends at Von Zipper… “Some call it chemistry, others call it magnetism… we just call it a damn good idea.” Since some of the first Fasthouse jerseys came off the production line years ago, VZ has been an easy choice for eyewear—everyone there is rad, they regularly twist the throttle with us, and they’re all about good times on two wheels of any kind. Each model of the goggles and sunglasses are customized to match the look and feel of Fasthouse while still holding true to the popular performance that VZ has become known for. It’s a match made in moto heaven.
WILD WANDERER LEATHER COLLECTION
Here at Fasthouse, we’ve always supported the arts. So when we met Meghan from Wild Wanderer, we knew a collaboration with her was in the future. After a few meetings, she produced an impressive line of handmade wallets, key chains, and purses. All of which exemplify the lifestyle and feel of when rules were few and life was simple. Completely handmade in L.A. County from high quality leather, each item is dedicated to the drifters of the world—the ones that wander however the wind may blow them, and where ever the good times take them.
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