Today was a sad day for many of us, we lost a good friend of Allan Brioti. Most of you would not know Al as he kept to himself. I grew up riding and digging trails with Allan we even travelled the world together. He had the most amazing smooth style when riding, style that you could not imitate.

Allan was also one of the original driving forces behind this very magazine. He was there from day one contributing to the magazine and helping layout the very early issues. Shit I think Allan even got me into photography.

The more I think about this the more I think of how amazing Allan really was. My deepest deepest sympothy go out to Allan’s family and of course all his friends.

Much Love…Cooper Brownlee.

Early days of riding missions with Allan. Also check out issue one below which featured Allan in it.