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BMX Cologne 2018 – Street Bangers

June 29, 2018

Check out this highlight reel from the street contest at 2018 BMX Cologne!

Last weekend the annual BMX Cologne contest went down over in Germany. As always, some of the best street riders over in Germany turned out for the street contest and the guys at Freedom BMX were there to capture all the action. Here’s a look at all the best riding that went down!

“Here are the bangers from the street contest at Snipes BMX Cologne 2018 in the Cologne Youth Park with Felix Prangenberg, Markus Reuss, Nico van Loon, Jan Mihaly and a few other crazy people.

A gallery and the results from the Kölner Jugendpark can be found right here!” – Freedom BMX

Snakebite – Mike Escamilla Interview Podcast

June 29, 2018

Mike Escamilla sits down with an interview for the Snakebite Podcast!

Here’s the latest podcast interview from Snakebite and DIG. This time around Shad Johnson sat down with Mike “Rooftop” Escamilla to talk about everything from how he got into BMX, video parts, his first sponsors, all the way on up to what he has going on these days. Mike has a million amazing stories and this covers a great ones. Take a listen!

“For our latest DIG BMX X SNAKEBITE podcast I was super excited to sit down and talk BMX with long-time friend and legit legend, Mike ‘Rooftop’ Escamilla! We cover his early days, filming for his break out part in Dirty Deeds, the unspoken ’rules’ that crept into late 90’s riding, what it takes to film a video part, and so much more! If you know Mike you know he speaks openly and this episode pulls no punches. I think you’ll like this one! – Shad Johnson

Fit Bike Co. – Clay Brown Hartbreaker Frame

June 28, 2018

Fit Bike Co. have released their Hartbreaker frame in this new Clay Brown color!

Is it time for a new frame and you want something built for trails? The Chris Harti signature Hartbreaker frame from Fit Bike Co. is now available in this new Clay Brown colorway through BMX shops and mail-orders worldwide. If you aren’t familiar with the Hartbreaker frame, it’s made in the U.S.A from full 4130 chromoly tubing with a 74.5-degree head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.35″ bottom bracket height, 9.15″ standover height and a 13.8″ – 14.5″ chainstay length. You can find an engraved Key logo Integrated head tube, gussets on the top and down tubes, a butted Supertherm top tube, straight gauge Supertherm down tube, a double butted seat tube with a cable guide through the tube, slightly tapered seat stays, slightly tapered and single bend chain stays, longer drop out slots and welded on chainstay brake mounts.

The Hartbreaker frame comes in 21″, 21.125″, 21.25″ and 21.5″ top tube lengths with Clay Brown and Matte Black for colors and a price tag of $369.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders worldwide.

“The Hartbreaker is Chris Harti’s long, low and laid back shred sled designed for going fast and big at the trails with stability. Cable routing thru the seat tube keeps your straddle hanger from slapping your down tube and works really well on this frame since the chain stays are pretty long. The 14mm drop out slot instead of the traditional 3/8” trail frame slot allow you a larger variety of affordable rear hubs to choose from. Single bend chain stays, straight stay bridges and lack of welded on seat clamp are all classic touches on this modern frame designed for timeless BMX riding.” – Fit Bike Co.

“If you like travelling at high speeds and pulling back as hard as you possibly can while being in control, then the Hartbreaker might be the frame for you. It features a mellow 74.5° head tube, a low 11.35” BB height, and a nice 9.15” standover to match. Top it all off with a longer back-end you can trust and you got yourself a machine that’s ready for roasting, Oh! I had to make sure she was built like an ox too.” – Chris Harti

Shadow Conspiracy – Field Notes: Texas

June 28, 2018

Mark Burnett is back with another round of Field Notes for The Shadow Conspiracy. This time around he shows us what he got into in Texas!

Here’s the latest creation from Mark Burnett giving us a look at what he got into during a recent trip to Texas with Lahsaan Kobza and Ollie Shields where they did a few shop stops, street and park sessions and more for The Shadow Conspiracy! Check out what they got into on and off the bikes!

“Mark Burnett continues his travels and this time we are heading to Texas for a leg of the Shadow World Tour. Shadow riders Lahsaan Kobza, Ollie Shields, and Mark himself head to shop stops at Richardson Bike Mart, Empire BMX, and the C.O.T.A. Racing facility for good times along with our friends at QBP. Check out the riding and everything else that happened along the way in this latest “Field Notes.”

Filmed and Edited By: Mark Burnett

Check out Mark’s Signature Parts from Shadow: The Shadow Conspiracy Website“

Madera Memo – How To Saran Wrap With Erik Elstran

June 28, 2018

Want to learn how to Saran Wrap? Erik Elstran is you dude to teach you how to get it done.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n76IdCYl0kw

It’s that time for a fresh Madera Memo! This time around they had Erik Elstran teach us how to saran wrap. If you have ever watched an Erik Elstran video, you know that he has this trick dialed in and puts it to good use on a lot of different setups. So, hit play and let Erik give you a ton of tips and examples and then grab your bike and send it!

“Madera Memo #27: How To Saran Wrap with Erik Elstran

“…A Saran Wrap is essentially a Candy Bar that you unwrap.”

Yup. All you need to know about doing Saran Wraps and using them in combos from Madera’s most creative rider: Erik Elstran. Click to learn, enjoy Erik, and most importantly, to smile!

Filmed/Edited: Mike Hinkens
Song: Los Lobos – Bulletproof – Alek Lee Edit“

Dutty Crew – Andrew Deaker 2018 Video

June 28, 2018

Andrew Deaker sent through his latest for the Dutty Crew!

Here’s a fresh one we had in the inbox from Andrew Deaker who has been busy going to work on spots, stacking clips for this new Dutty Crew video! As usual, Andrew put together a bunch of real solid clips with plenty of grinds and freecoaster action. Take a peek!

“Deakzz’s 2018 video part for The Dutty Crew.
Filmed in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire area.
Filmed by Liam wardle.
Song – atmosphere – The Best Day”

Cookie Jam 2018

June 28, 2018

Check out highlights from this years Cookie Jam!

After 9 rounds, the annual Cookie Jam is going stronger than ever. Here’s a highlight video from this years jam in memory of Jamie Bruce. As expected, there was a huge turn out, no shortage of wild riding and a ton of sunshine. It looks like the jam was nothing short of amazing. Take a look at what went down!

“Shot and cut by Ryan Hallett

“The 9th annual Cookie Jam in memory of Jamie Bruce took place In Exeter, UK on the last Saturday of June 2018… and it was a banger. The Sun was out and all the guys involved with organising and putting on the Jam did an amazing job as they do every year. From Bowl comps to rail jams the Cookie jam had it all including a giant bike stack. Shout out to Jamie Skinner, Paul Foster, Tim Ruck and all involved with putting on another amazing Jam and make sure your there next year!” – Ryan Hallett

Music courtesy of: https://djpandamonium.bandcamp.com/”

Favorite Rider’s Favorite Rider – Chris Doyle

June 27, 2018

Chris Doyle sits down to talk about who his favorite rider is and why!

It’s that time for Chris Doyle to sit down and talk about who his favorite rider is and why. Depending on when you grew up in BMX, there’s a good chance you might be able to guess who Chris considers his favorite is… But we’re pretty sure most of you wouldn’t guess it first go. Either way, hit play and let Chris tell you who it is!

“Favorite Rider’s Favorite Rider is a new Ride series that sheds light on the influences of your influencers. Dropping every Wednesday at 10am.

This week is Chris Doyle, who reluctantly pays homage to his good friend…” – Ride BMX