Klunkerz (2006)

In the late 1960s through the 1970s a group of cyclists in Northern California's Marin County turned the bicycle world upside-down by taking their adventures off-road.

Klunkerz (2006) poster

Long before the mountain bike entered our global consciousness, the cycling enthusiasts of Northern California's Marin County rode modified pre-WWII bicycles down the slopes of Mount Tamalpais. They developed their bikes through rigorous field-testing, often risking life and limb to do so. Some of these cyclists were Category-1 road racers looking for a new way to train during the off-season. Others were simply fun-loving hippies looking for a new way to commune with nature. Their early bikes were scavenged from dumpsters and junkyards. It was from these humble beginnings that a multi-billion dollar industry, a form of recreation for the masses, and an Olympic event, were born. These hefty steeds were affectionately known as Klunkerz.

Director: Billy Savage
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 83 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

bicycle, mountain biking, off road, hippies

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Klunkerz about?
Long before the mountain bike entered our global consciousness, the cycling enthusiasts of Northern California's Marin County rode modified pre-WWII bicycles down the slopes of Mount Tamalpais. They developed their bikes through rigorous field-testing, often risking life and limb to do so. Some of these cyclists were Category-1 road racers looking for a new way to train during the off-season. Others were simply fun-loving hippies looking for a new way to commune with nature. Their early bikes were scavenged from dumpsters and junkyards. It was from these humble beginnings that a multi-billion dollar industry, a form of recreation for the masses, and an Olympic event, were born. These hefty steeds were affectionately known as Klunkerz.
Who directed Klunkerz?
Klunkerz was directed by Billy Savage.
Who stars in Klunkerz?
Klunkerz stars Gary Fisher, Joe Breeze, Tom Ritchey, Charlie Kelly, Mike Sinyard, Wende Cragg.
How long is Klunkerz?
Klunkerz has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
What genre is Klunkerz?
Klunkerz is a Documentary film.
Where was Klunkerz produced?
Klunkerz was produced in United States of America.