Chances are you've read or heard of King Kustoms, or better yet, had the privilege of meeting Bobby "The Leg" Middleton. He's produced beautifully hand-crafted bikes that have been featured in countless magazines and shows spanning the U.S.

The "What We Ride" features focus on our contributors and the motorcycles they choose to kick their leg over. We're fortunate to work with Ken Carvajal and he has become a vital part of the ChopCult team. Ken is a Chicago-based custom motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys photography as one of his artistic outlets.

Bobby "The Leg" Middleton is a Chicago-based bike builder extraordinaire whose experience spans more than a decade and a half of fabrication, restoration, repairs, and customization.

Curtis Olsak is a welder and metal fabricator by trade, who owns Speed Ball Cycle Works. Curtis' company manufactures after-market spring struts which provide a clean, stylish look without sacrificing comfort.

One of the things I am continually impressed with in the chopper community is the amount of talent that people have, most of whom are self-taught and are in it for the simple fact that they enjoy it.

I recently joined the ChopCult team as a contributor. HUGE thanks go to Mikey Revolt for putting in the good word and making the recommendation. Not knowing specifically what being a contributor entails, I was a little intimidated until I spoke to Lisa Ballard, who was kind enough to walk me through it all.