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The wethepeople "LKS 4PC" BMX Bar are the signature bars of the german flatland rider Frank Lukas and comes in a 4-pieced shape.

• Material: full liquid post heat-treatment on 4130 "M2" crmo
• Bar-Design: 4-piece
• Geometry:
  Height: 9.75"
  Width: 28.7"
  Backsweep: 9°
  Upsweep: 3°
• Clamping: 22.2mm
• Model Year: 2024
• Recommended for: Street
• Extras: Frank Lukas Signature

83.99 EUR

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The wethepeople "Bomb 4PC" BMX Bar are the signature bars of the japanese flatland rider Naoto Tamaru and comes in a recognizable shape.

• Material: full liquid post heat-treatment on 4130 "M2" crmo
• Bar-Design: 4-piece
• Geometry:
  Height: 8.25"
  Width: 26.8"
  Backsweep: 10°
  Upsweep: 4°
• Clamping: 22.2mm
• Model Year: 2024
• Recommended for: Street

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The Voxom "PE34" Pedals are equipped with a CrMo axle to increase pedal durability. Screw-in pins provide grip, and the body of the Voxom "PE34" Pedals is made from durable plastic.

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• Thread size: 9/16" for 3-part cranks
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• Extras: Platform design, 16 steel pins replaceable

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Privacy: In the analog world of our parents, as an ordinary citizen and not under surveillance because of being a suspect of a crime, it was taken for granted that you could walk around a city without authorities tracking you at the footstep level. Our children don’t have this right anymore in their digital world.

Not even the dystopias of the 1950s — Nineteen Eighty-Four, Brave New World, Colossus, and so on, managed to dream up the horrors of this element: the fact that every citizen is now carrying a governmental tracking device. They’re not just carrying one, they even bought it themselves. Not even Brave New World could have imagined this horror.

It started out innocently, of course. It always does. With the new “portable phones” — which, at this point, meant something like “not chained to the floor” — authorities discovered that people would still call the Emergency Services number (112, 911, et cetera) from their mobile phones, but not always be capable of giving their location themselves, something that the phone network was now capable of doing. So authorities mandated that the phone networks be technically capable of always giving a subscriber’s location, just in case they would call Emergency Services. In the United States, this was known as the E911 regulation (“Enhanced 9-1-1”).

This was in 2005. Things went bad very quickly from there. Imagine that just 12 years ago, we still had the right to roam around freely without authorities being capable of tracking our every footstep – this was no more than just over a decade ago!

Before this point, governments supplied you with services so that you would be able to know your location, as had been the tradition since the naval lighthouse, but not so that they would be able to know your location. There’s a crucial difference here. And as always, the first breach was one of providing citizen services — in this case, emergency medical services — that only the most prescient dystopians would oppose.

What’s happened since?

Entire cities are using wi-fi passive tracking to track people at the individual, realtime, and sub-footstep level in the entire city center.

Train stations and airports, which used to be safe havens of anonymity in the analog world of our parents, have signs saying they employ realtime passive wi-fi and bluetooth tracking of everybody even coming close, and are connecting their tracking to personal identifying data. Correction: they have signs about it in the best case but do it regardless.

People’s location are tracked in at least three different… not ways, but categories of ways:

Active: You carry a sensor of your location (GPS sensor, Glonass receiver, cell tower triangulator, or even visual identifier through the camera). You use the sensors to find your location, at one point in time or continuously. The government takes itself the right to read the contents of your active sensors.

Passive: You take no action, but are still transmitting your location to the government continuously through a third party. In this category, we find cell tower triangulation as well as passive wi-fi and bluetooth tracking that require no action on behalf of a user’s phone other than being on.

Hybrid: The government finds your location in occasional pings through active dragnets and ongoing technical fishing expeditions. This would not only include cellphone-related techniques, but also face recognition connected to urban CCTV networks.

Privacy of location is one of the Seven Privacies, and we can calmly say that without active countermeasures, it’s been completely lost in the transition from analog to digital. Our parents had privacy of location, especially in busy places like airports and train stations. Our children don’t have privacy of location, not in general, and particularly not in places like airports and train stations that were the safest havens of our analog parents.

How do we reinstate Privacy of Location today? It was taken for granted just 12 years ago.

Privacy: Our analog parents’ dating preferences were considered a most private of matters. For our digital children, their dating preferences is a wholesale harvesting opportunity for marketing purposes. How did this terrifying shift come to be?

I believe the first big harvester of dating preferences was the innocent-looking site hotornot.com 18 years ago, a site that more seemed like the after-hours side work of a frustrated highschooler than a clever marketing ploy. It simply allowed people to rate their subjective perceived attractiveness of a photograph, and to upload photographs for such rating. (The two founders of this alleged highschool side project netted $10 million each for it when the site was sold.)

Then the scene exploded, with both user-funded and advertising-funded dating sites, all of which cataloged people’s dating preferences to the smallest detail.

Large-scale pornography sites, like PornHub, also started cataloging people’s porn preferences, and contiously make interesting infographics about geographical differences in preferences. (The link is safe for work, it’s data and maps in the form of a news story on Inverse, not on Pornhub directly.) It’s particularly interesting, as Pornhub is able to break down preferences quite specifically by age, location, gender, income brackets, and so on.

Do you know anyone who told Pornhub any of that data? No, I don’t either. And still, they are able to pinpoint who likes what with quite some precision, precision that comes from somewhere.

And then, of course, we have the social networks (which may or may not be responsible for that tracking, by the way).

It’s been reported that Facebook can tell if you’re gay or not with as little as three likes. Three. And they don’t have to be related to dating preferences or lifestyle preferences — they can be any random selections that just map up well with bigger patterns.

This is bad enough in itself, on the basis that it’s private data. At a very minimum, our digital childrens’ preferences should be their own, just like their favorite ice cream.

But a dating preferences are not just a preference like choosing your flavor of ice cream, is it? It should be, but it isn’t at this moment in time. It could also be something you’re born with. Something that people even get killed for if they’re born with the wrong preference.

It is still illegal to be born homosexual in 73 out of 192 countries, and out of these 73, eleven prescribe the death penalty for being born this way. A mere 23 out of 192 countries have full marriage equality.

Further, although the policy direction is quite one-way toward more tolerance, acceptance, and inclusion at this point in time, that doesn’t mean the policy trend can’t reverse for a number of reasons, most of them very bad. People who felt comfortable in expressing themselves can again become persecuted.

Genocide is almost always based on public data collected with benevolent intent.

This is why privacy is the last line of defense, not the first. And this last line of defense, which held fast for our analog parents, has been breached for our digital children. That matter isn’t taken nearly seriously enough.

Privacy remains your own responsibility.

Göppingen - Skateopen 2016 - BMX Contest

Last weekend (18th of june 2016) was the famous Skateopen in Göppingen which is a BMX, Skate and Scooter event at the Skatepark in Göppignen! All the guys from S.I.S. eV - Skateverein Göppingen did an amzing job with the contest, program and music in the evening! Our friends Miguel Smajlji & Daniel Fuhrmann visited that event and the video is about there trip to Göppingen! Even rain could not stop the positiv vibe and it was a pleasure to be there! Props to Huddl for that awesome day! Visit and support BMX events! #bmxfamily

Shoutout an die Close Up BMX Crew from Ulm https://www.facebook.com/CloseupBmx and all Göppinger Locals!

Video & Edit: Albi
Webisode supported by www.kunstform.org

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Robin Kachfi BMX - Webisode#14 - BMX spring session 2017

Unser bro Robin Kachfi has produced a new webisode for his youtube channel at the skatepark in Mannheim Feudenheim in which you feel the summer vibes! If you want to see more of Robin, you can subscribe to his YOUTUBE Channel. All the best your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Video: Robin Kachfi

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Skate Open Göppingen 2017 - BMX Contest

On saturday, 15th of July, the "Skate Open" contest in Göppingen took place. Skaters, Scooters and BMX riders participated at the contest and showed their skills. Altogether it was a really chilled day with good vibes, live music and many motivated riders as well! Thanks to all the sponsors and riders who participated! Enjoy the video, Your kunstform BMX Shop

Video: Robin Kachfi

Musik: Ryan Little - sunday service

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On 09.09.2017 again the "Höhenflüge" BMX Contest takes place in Hohenfichte. Huge Airs and street-combos, as you see them on Instagram and Co, you can see here live on 09.09.2017. And all this under the motto: higher, farther, more stylish. In addition to a few special prizes, the best riders of the day have the chance to win 1500€ prize money, so.... off to Hohenfichte! The mood is still heated with the right music. In addition BBQ and beverages of various kinds, in order not to leave the physical well-being outside. Beer and fire should end the day slowly and comfortably. If you are one of those who like to drink a bottle more, then you have a big meadow ready for camping. More infos HERE

Arrival from Friday possible

Our 18inch shredder Mika Köhler has built up his current whip with some fresh parts, which we had to check out!

Yo Mika, where do you come from and how long have you been riding?

Hey, I'm from Lauffen am Neckar, GER and I've been riding BMX for 4years now.

What is your favorite BMX video?

Many, but I prefer the Sunday grow up and the BSD Transmission DVD most!

What bike setup do you have and what can you tell about it?

So basically a bike for me has to be street-ready, black, clean and in 18 inches. I would prefer, if the whole setup would be built out of only 2-3 brands but it's a bit hard to find the perfect parts for a 18inch bike. This is why my bmx is equipped with about 15 different brands. Each part is carefully selected and fits like the fist on the eye. I'm particularly proud of the handlebars and cranks, which were the first custom parts of my first bmx, which was a stereo halfstack 18 ". Soon the cranks will be replaced and hung on the wall!

Frame: Wethepeople envy 18"
Fork: sunday radocaster
Bars: animal hyrone 7,8"
Stem: salt junior topload
Headset: salt+
Grips: wethepeople raptor
Barends: subrosa bitchin alloy
Tires: fit ta 2,25
Rims: aliennation blacksheep (front) sunday lightning (back)
FW Hub: odyssey antigram
BW Hub: eclat cortex freecoaster
Spokes: noname
Hubguards: antigram (front) gsport uniguard/cortex (back)
Pegs: federal plastic
Seatpost: flybikes tripod
Seat: stranger tiger camo
Crank: Stereo 3pc 152mm (soon profile race 160mm)
Bearings: odyssey
Pedals: eclat slash
Sprocket: federal
Chain: eclat halflink
Brake: -

Anything else to talk about? Take your chance!

Big thanks to kunstform and to my dad, who're always helping me out with fresh goods for my bike. You're the best! #love Peace and ride on boys & girls

Yo Mika, thank you for your answers! We are glad to have you on board and look forward to the coming time with you!

Robin Kachfi, Justin Rudd and David Kärcher filmed a new webisode on the streets of Mannheim & Ludwigshafen.
Check their little adventure right now!

Enjoy the video, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!



Video: Robin Kachfi



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On the 07.07.2018, the Skate Open in Göppingen will take place again. Whether you're a skater, BMXer or Scooter rider, everyone is welcome! Registration starts at 11am (local time), Contest will begin at 12am (local time). The number of riders is limited as every year, so you should be there in time. In addition, all u18 riders must wear a helmet! Refreshments will be available, as well as live music and as this year's "Special", there will be an after party, which will take place in the Kultur Café Capone.

All the best, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!

What:
Göppingen Skate Open Contest 2018

When:
07th July 11am (local time)

Where:
S.I.S. eV - Skateverein Göppingen
Theodor-Heuss-Platz
73033 Göppingen


More infos on Facebook.

From the 15th-16th September 2018, the Höhenflüge BMX Contest goes in the next round. The Contest will take place at the indoor park "The Last Hole" in Hohenfichte, Sachsen. The best riders have the chance to win Goodies, Vouchers and Cash in the value of 1500€. Music, food and drinks will be provided! You've also the chance to set up your tent on the Meadow next to the park.
Arrival is possible on Friday

All the best, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!

Registration:
on-site

What:
Höhenflüge 2018 BMX Contest

When:
15th-16th of September 2018

Where:
The Last Hole
Fabrikweg
09573 Hohenfichte


More infos on Facebook.

Our bro Robin Kachfi met up with Michael Lorenz for a BMX Session in the streets of Mannheim and Ludwigshafen. You can watch the full video right here.

Enjoy the video, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!



Video: Robin Kachfi



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Robin Kachfi uploaded a new webisode on his Youtube Channel in which Bro Justin Rudd and the rest of the Mannheim crew had some fun at the BMCC e.V. Mannheim. Watch the full video right here!

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Video: Robin Kachfi



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Robin Kachfi uploaded a new webisode on his Youtube Channel. This time our Bro Justin Rudd and Robin went to the BMX Winter Games at the Thuringia Funpark XXL. Check their roadtrip video now!

Enjoy the video, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!



Video: Robin Kachfi



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On the 29.06.2019, the Skate Open in Göppingen will take place again. Whether you're a skater, BMXer or Scooter rider, everyone is welcome! Registration starts at 11am (local time), Contest will begin at 12am (local time). The number of riders is limited as every year, so you should be there in time. In addition, all u18 riders must wear a helmet! Refreshments will be available, as well as live music and food stands.

What: Göppingen Skate Open Contest 2019

When: 29.06.2019 11am (local time)

Where:
Skatepark Ort der Vielfalt
Theodor-Heuss-Platz
73033 Göppingen


More infos on Facebook.

All the best, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!

Mika Köhler, our bro and part of the younger generation of our BMX Team got himself a new BMX at the beginning of the year. Since Mika is growing up, the change from a 18 Inch BMX to 20 Inches was about to come up. You probably know that, too. You treat yourself with a few new parts and suddenly your BMX feels completely differently. A change from 18 Inch to 20 Inch certainly feels even more blatant. We wanted to know more from Mika, but read for yourself! The parts list for Mika's new BMX can be found below, at the end of the article all products (if available) are also linked directly.

Hi Mika! Nice new ride! What is your first impression?

I'm super happy with it. Together with my dad and the support from Wendel, we really put together a clean streetmachine tailored to my needs. The frame has a very short 20.25" top tube and is very agile with the 12.7" short chainstay and great for me to handle. I'm in live with the color, too!

In contrast to my previous bikes, I consciously decided to make a few changes. I now have a 2-piece handlebar, frontload stem, changed the driver side and a slimseat. All new world! I also took over one part of the old bike. The Pathfinder sprocket from Pberg was almost new and far too good to hang on the wall.

So all in all, my 20 inch dream is 100% fulfilled!

That sounds great! And how did you feel about the change from 18 Inch to 20 Inch? Could you hardly wait or were you rather skeptical?

Yes, I definitely had mixed feelings. I was a little nervous about whether I would be able to handle the big bike, because BMX riding is all about having fun for me. And the fun level on my beloved 18 Inch BMX was difficult to top. On the other hand, I had the feeling recently, that it was time to step it up and I didn’t regret it. After the first bunny hop at kunstform Stuttgart, I was relaxed and my 18 Incher got a place of honor on my wall.

What do you like best about the 20" and where do you have to get along?

So apart from riding, I now have a lot more options when choosing parts than in the 18 Inch range. I had to search a little longer now and then to e.g. get suitable spokes or cranks and often had to make compromises. But thanks to you guys, we always conjured up something suitable.

Up to now (weather permitting) I've only jibed on the bike itself within my hood. What I have clearly noticed is that I can ride a lot faster. I can get on the curbs and rails more easily with the bigger wheels, and I can grind a little higher.

With footplants, on the other hand, I have some problems with the rear wheel getting off the ground properly. But it's OK. The rest are little things, e.g. as I'm doing one or the other trick over the wheel. But I am confident that I can get used to it relatively quickly.

Now of course I'm looking forward to the warm and dry months to get a better feeling for the 20 Inch game!

Nice, let's hope the weather gets better soon! Do you have some last words for us?

Yes gladly! So I've been doing BMX for over 6 years now and I always had a lot of fun. It was clearly because of the good times and the cool people (greetings to everyone!) that make up BMX life, and secondly because I always had a bike under my butt that just went through everything and fit perfectly. That's exactly why I would like to thank the kunstform bmx shop, especially Fuhre and Wendel (who are simply the best) and my parents (who are also the best)! #love

Big greetings go to all team riders, my homies, all readers of the bike check and many thanks to you too Seppl for the interview ... Ride on!

Thank you very much & Ride on Mika !!!

At the Infaction BMX Camp in Stuttgart you will sleep with other BMXers in Aidlingen at the hostel Naturfreundehaus. For seven days you can make the area around Suttgart unsafe with the Infaction BMX team and ride from skate park to skate park and visit the best BMX spots, learn new tricks from the BMX coaches and will simply experience an unforgettable time. Even a BMX Jam with us in the kunstform BMX Shop in Stuttgart is planned. Further details, prices and the possibility to register can be found on www.infaction.de.

When : April 12th - April 18th 2020

Where : Stuttgart and the surrounding area

Registration : www.infaction.de

All the best

Your kunstform BMX Shop Team

Our bros Andrej & Dan from Ridewithfriends attended the last Winter Escape BMX Session #4 to have a good time and to stack clips for your viewing pleasure. Just in time for the arrival of spring, the last date of the Winter Escape Sessions in the Skate Hall Berlin is now history. The only thing left to say is thank you to everyone who was there! We will of course keep you up to date on whether and when there will be further winter escape sessions in autumn/winter.

Enjoy the video, your kunstform BMX Shop Team!

Video: Andrej&Dan/Ridewithfriends

Related links:

• Skatehalle Berlin
• all products of kunstform

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