Tom is one of the very first fixed gear freestyle riders to really show people what's possible on a big wheeled bike. Hailing from Philadelphia, USA Tom has a background learning tricks through BMX but needing a bike that was a little easier and quicker to get to work on he plumped for a Plug and soon found himself pulling the same moves on a bike twice the size.
Check out his blog chargebikes.typepad.com/tomla/


A few questions for Tom...

When you started riding, was it BMX? How long did you do that, and why did you start riding fixed?
I have been riding BMX for 8 years now. Originally transportation, I didn't know how to adjust derailleurs, it's fun.

What's your favorite city to ride?
Philly, London.

What makes this destination your favorite city to ride?
Home. Great spots. Great food.

How long have you been riding fixed?
4 years.

Who are your sponsors? How did you come about getting sponsored?
Charge Bikes, Profile Racing, Velocity, Answer, and SAG all help me out a ton. I rode my bike like a BMX bike.

What are you into besides riding?
Graffiti, traveling, skating, music, leather jackets.