Colin Waki Photography Hawaii to Japan :: Travel :: Cycle :: Live
Ralph’s NJS Samson (13 images)
On New Years Eve, I was able to shoot Ralph’s newly finished NJS project. Definitely a different build from his previous NJS Bomber Pro; all freshly polished Suntour components really set the frame off. I’ve grown to love how well these hand-built frames ride and look. Each frame is handcrafted and tailored to fit each [...]
For The City (16 images)
During my vacation in Hawaii, I was able to hang out with my good friend Casey. I’ve been dying to see his bike ever since he built it up. Being away for 10-months in Japan doesn’t give you very many opportunities like this to snap shots overlooking downtown Honolulu. Such an amazing view.
Vintage Porsche (6 images)
While hanging out at a friend’s house, Stone rolled up in his new ’60s Porsche project. He recently tuned up the motor and gave the car a fresh new coat of paint, all out of his own garage. He’s completed many other builds including a classic VW bug; I’m looking forward to see what he [...]
Snapshot: Hawaii
Back in Hawaii for a couple weeks. I must say that I miss this awesome weather compared to the freezing temperatures in Japan right now. More to come, for now I’m going to take it all in. Aloha.
Offroading (13 images)
I woke up at 4AM yesterday in hopes of going to another awesome Sekidobashi (Bicycle Swap Meet) that’s held only twice a year. When I arrived in Fuchu, there was only disappointment and a ton of rain. By tradition if it rains out on the Saturday the swap meet is held, the meet is postponed [...]
Enoshima (16 images)
Did a short ride around the coast of Kamakura and Enoshima this weekend to change things up from my usual routes. Enoshima Island is a popular attraction with many shrines and gorgeous views of the coast. On a clear day, the island has a great view of Mt. Fuji; however, it was too foggy on [...]
Lookback: One Last TNR (90 images)
My last TNR (Tuesday Night Ride) in Hawaii on 2/1/11. One day I’ll be able to ride with you all again…
Unseen Footage
My friend Mark surprised me with a video of long lost footage before I left Hawaii. Makes me miss riding there so much.. Being able to ride with my friends is something I’ll hopefully be able to do in the near future. But for now, all I can do in reminisce. Such good times.
Snapshot: All Downhill From Here
By far my most favorite hill nearby my place. Everything you could possibly ask for: smooth road, minimal traffic, S-turn chicane at the bottom, space to handle a 40+ mph sprint, and a perfect straightaway at the end with nominal grade to spin down.
Snapshot: Sakura
It’s been about a week or two since all the sakura trees were in full bloom. It’s amazing how beautiful these trees are and how fast it transitions into just another ordinary-looking tree within a matter of days. It is definitely one of Japan’s gifts that hopefully everyone can witness at least once in their [...]