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2016 BIKE BUILD OFF MILANO

Oct 20, 2016

After a year of waiting, the big day came and the Bike Build Off 2016 painted via Thaon Di Revel in red. A magnificent red carpet hundreds of meters long, gave welcome to about sixty beautiful "homemade" bikes and the Temple of Enthusiasm in Milan opened its doors to hundreds of makers, eagers and curious people. The event convinced the autumn to stay away and let a warm spring sun to shine and the sun was just as surprised of what was happening "down there" on the red carpet. "Low budget, high impact" was the main theme that this Bike Build Off wanted to see in the bikes presented in this contest: so many jewels lined up to be admired and selected by a panel of selected judges, leaded by Roberto Ungaro, a Deus family member by adoption, no presentation needed. An art gallery, with unique items and famous critics. Ela Von Dutch, manager, photographer and author of programs related to the world of custom. Umberto Borile known founder of the Italian motorcycles brand Borile. Ottavio Missoni, passionate and experienced as pilot, prepared on the road as on aesthetics. Ross Sharp, founder of Bike Shed, famous British Motorcycle Club. Paolo Sormani, biker and expert journalist. The visiting audience could vote its favorite creation at the booth of our friends Mocauto, always present and enthusiastic in sharing our events. As in every contest in the end a winner is awarded, and also here on the podium stood the best projects but what we liked most was the show. A show made by people of all ages, with different styles and different backgrounds but all with hands dirty of the same passion. And this feeling of belonging to an authentic world made people talk to eachother instead of competing hardly for the victory. There were many smiles, a continuous sound of compliments and congratulations in the air, a lot of respect for the sweat and results. And this is the atmosphere that we breathed in Deus and so the Deus Family thanks all the participants and all who helped, a special thank to Eicma, Metzeler and the already mentionedMocauto. - - - - Dopo un anno d'attesa, il grande giorno √® arrivato ed il Bike Build Off 2016 ha tinto di rosso via Thaon Di Revel. Un magnifico red carpet lungo centinaia di metri ha accolto una sessantina di splendide moto "fatte in casa" ed il Tempio dell'Entusiasmo di Milano ha aperto le sue porte a centinaia di costruttori, appassionati, curiosi. Un evento che √® riuscito a sbaragliare l'autunno con aria di primavera, con un sole altrettanto sorpreso di quello che stava accadendo "li sotto". "Poca spesa tanta resa" questo era il concetto che questo Bike Build Off voleva vedere realizzato nelle moto della competizione: cos√¨ tanti gioielli schierati l'uno dopo l'altro si sono fatti ammirare e giudicare da un gruppo di giudici scelti, capitanati da Roberto Ungaro, uno di famiglia che non ha bisogno di presentazioni. Una galleria d'arte, con oggetti unici e critici famosi. Ela Von Dutch, manager, fotografa e autrice di programmi relativi al mondo del custom. Umberto Borile, noto fondatore del marchio italiano di motociclette Borile. Ottavio Missoni, appassionato competente e vero pilota, attento alla strada come all'estetica. Ross Sharp, fondatore del Bike Shed, importante Motorcycle Club inglese. Paolo Sormani, famoso giornalista del settore. Il pubblico di visitatori ha potuto eleggere la sua creazione migliore votando presso lo stand dei nostri amici di Mocauto, sempre presenti ed entusiasti nel condividere i nostri eventi. Come in tutti i concorsi alla fine si elegge un vincitore, ed anche qui sul podio ci sono saliti i migliori, ma quello che pi√π ci √® piaciuto √® aver visto uno spettacolo. Uno spettacolo fatto da uomini di tutte le et√†, con stili diversi e diverse provenienze ma tutti con le mani sporche della stessa passione. Ed √® proprio questo senso di appartenenza ad un mondo autentico che invece di farli concorrere per la vittoria, li ha fatti discorrere per confrontarsi. Ci sono stati tanti sorrisi, uno scambio continuo di apprezzamenti e congratulazioni, il rispetto per il lavoro sudato e realizzato. Ed √® questo il clima che si respira in Deus e per questo la Deus Family ringrazia tutti i partecipanti e tutti coloro che hanno contribuito, in particolare Eicma, Metzeler e il gi√† citato Mocauto. See all related posts to BBO here.

ENGLISH TEXT BELOW

Setiap tahun, teman-teman kita Tasix Adventure—penyelenggara petualangan ban berlumpur dan adrenalin berbahan bakar terbaik di Bali—mengadakan acara akhir pekan berkemah yang sangat dinanti-nantikan. Mereka menamakannya “ The Wild,” dan jujur saja, tidak ada kata yang lebih pas dari itu.

Ini bukan sekadar acara; ini adalah petualangan wajib bagi siapa saja yang mencintai tanah, tantangan, dan persahabatan yang hanya bisa terjalin saat tertawa melihat teman lain terjatuh.

Hal tentang The Wild adalah misterinya. Kamu tidak tahu ke mana akan pergi, bagaimana sampai di sana, atau apa yang akan kamu temui—seperti hidup, tapi dengan lebih banyak asap knalpot.

Tahun ini, The Wild yang berlangsung pada 7 Desember 2024, mengumpulkan 135 pecinta motor enduro, trail, dan cross di Desa Kopi, Tabanan. Tepat pukul 9 pagi, kami berangkat menuju Desa Gesing, Singaraja. Rute tetap dirahasiakan hingga hari acara, meningkatkan sensasi penasaran dan antusiasme. Dengan dibagi menjadi beberapa kelompok kecil, kami melengkapi diri dengan perlengkapan motocross lengkap untuk menghadapi tantangan musim hujan.

Perjalanan? Murni magis. Jalur berkelok melalui permata tersembunyi Bali, di mana setiap tikungan menawarkan pemandangan yang memukau atau hampir membuat jantung berhenti. Rute tahun ini menghadirkan medan tanah liat merah—dijuluki tanah "keramik" karena teksturnya yang licin dan keras saat basah. Untuk melintasinya, diperlukan teknik khusus yang disebut “paddling the throttle,” sebuah manuver yang mendebarkan dengan motor yang sering bergoyang liar. Dari kejauhan, mungkin terlihat lucu, tetapi saat di atas motor? Ceritanya berbeda.

Setelah menempuh 68 kilometer petualangan liar, kami tiba di perkemahan di puncak bukit yang sudah dipenuhi tenda-tenda peserta lain dan deru knalpot. Destinasi selalu mencuri perhatian, dan yang satu ini tidak terkecuali—tempat tinggi dengan pemandangan 360 derajat yang menakjubkan dari laut, gunung, hingga kota.

Saat hujan turun, tenda-tenda didirikan, dan malam itu diisi dengan berbagi cerita tentang penyelamatan heroik dan kecelakaan yang menggelikan. Dan tentu saja, ada balapan. Bayangkan sekelompok pengendara penuh semangat meluncur di perbukitan dalam kekacauan yang terkontrol. Balapan tahun ini termasuk duel 1 lawan 1 yang seru di sekitar puncak bukit, dengan peserta menyelesaikan dua putaran penuh adrenalin.

Bukan soal menang; ini tentang hadir, tertawa, dan menikmati momen. Para pemenang dan peserta tercepat yang mencapai puncak bukit dirayakan dengan hadiah, tetapi senyuman, persahabatan, dan kebersamaan membuat semua orang merasa seperti juara.

The Wild tahun ini benar-benar sesuai namanya, bahkan lebih. Petualangan, tawa, dan cukup banyak tanah di gigi untuk menyebutnya otentik—kami tidak akan menginginkannya dengan cara lain. Terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua peserta yang menjadikannya pengalaman tak terlupakan. Sampai jumpa di petualangan berikutnya!

Every year, our mates over at Tasix Adventure—Bali’s finest purveyors of muddy tyres and fuel-driven adrenaline—host their much-anticipated camp-out weekend. They’ve named it “Wild,” and honestly, there’s no better word for it.

It’s not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for anyone who loves dirt, daring, and the kind of camaraderie you can only forge while laughing at someone else’s wipeout.

The thing about Wild is that it’s shrouded in mystery. You don’t know where you’re going, how you’ll get there, or what you’ll find—kind of like life, but with more exhaust fumes.

This year’s Wild, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, brought together 135 enthusiasts of enduro, trail, and cross motorcycles at Desa Kopi, Tabanan. The route was kept a secret until the event day, heightening the thrill of the unknown. At exactly 9 am, they shared the destination, Desa Gesing, Singaraja, Divided into small groups, we geared up with full motocross kits to tackle the rainy season’s challenges.

The ride? Pure magic. Twisting trails through Bali’s hidden gems, where every turn promised either breathtaking views or breathtaking near-misses. This year’s route featured red clay terrain—nicknamed "ceramic" soil for its slick, hard texture when wet. Navigating it required a special technique called “paddling the throttle,” a nerve-wracking maneuver that had bikes swaying wildly. From a distance, it might have looked hilarious, but on the bike? It was a whole other story.

After 68 kilometres of this wild adventure, we arrived at the hilltop campsite already alive with the buzz of activity and the roar of exhausts. The destination always steals the spotlight, and this one was no exception—a high-altitude perch offering stunning 360-degree views of the sea, mountains, and city.

As the rain came down, tents went up, and the evening was all about swapping stories of heroic saves and laughable crashes. And then there were the races. Picture a pack of overexcited riders tearing up the hillside in what can only be described as controlled chaos. This year’s races included thrilling 1-on-1 duels around the hilltop, with participants pushing through two laps of sheer adrenaline.

It wasn’t just about winning; it was about showing up, laughing, and embracing the moment. The race winners and the fastest hilltop arrivals were celebrated with prizes, but the smiles, the camaraderie, and the shared triumphs made everyone feel like champions.

This year’s Wild lived up to its name and then some. Adventure, laughter, and just enough dirt in your teeth to call it authentic—we wouldn’t have it any other way. A massive thank you to all the participants who made it unforgettable. See you on the next adventure!