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Madera Memo – Ask Me Anything: Dan Kruk

February 13, 2018

The latest Madera Memo catches up with Dan Kruk to get to know him a little better!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zej976TYKhI

The latest Madera Memo catches up with Dan Kruk while he answers a bunch of questions from his Instagram fans, covering a lot of ground from how he got into BMX, his first spots, riding, why his bars are so far forward… why his bars are so far forward… why his bars are so far forward and more! Take a look!

““Why the hell are your bars so far forward?!” – Yes. He answered that. And many other question. Madera’s Dan Kruk took a few minutes to answer a ton of YOUR questions in the latest Madera Memo.

Filmed/Edited: Mike Hinkens
Song: El Michel Affair – Too late to turn back.” – Madera

Wethepeople – Weekenders: Episode 2 – Simple Session 2018

February 13, 2018

Take a behind the scenes look at what the Wethepeople team got into during Simple Session!

The other weekend, the Wethepeople team invaded Tallinn, Estonia for Simple Session 2018. Here’s a raw cut of behind the scenes footage showing us what the guys got into from the riding to their time off the bikes during their stay. Take a peek!

“The WETHEPEOPLE team were out in force at SIMPLE SESSION last weekend in Tallinn, Estonia. Join Jordan Godwin, Dillon Lloyd, Felix Prangenberg, Dan Kruk, Ed Zunda, Paul Tholen and Latvian rookie Marek Kuhalskis as they battle through the madness which is Simple Session.“

Fit Bike Co. – New 2018 Hoodbird Colors

February 12, 2018

Fit Bike Co. have released the new Blue and Green Morgan Long signature Hoodbird Frames!

The Morgan Long signature Hoodbird frame from Fit Bike Co. is now available in two new colors; Blue Dream and Army Green! Above is a video where Morgan builds up two bikes using the new frames, with the matching parts kits to really make the bikes pop! After Morgan builds up the bikes, he takes the green one for a cruise and gets a quick clip! After you watch that, you can check out both frames below!

“Morgan shows off the new Hoodbird colors “Blue Dream” & Army Green. Accompanied by matching T/A tires, Mac PC pedals and Savage Grips.

You can find all of these products at https://fitbikeco.com/ or your nearest Fit Dealer.

Rider: Morgan Long
Video: Tony Malouf
Music: Ghost/\/Ghoul – “The Climb””

Check out more photos, along with full specs and details on the 2018 Hoodbird frame over on the Fit Bike Co. Website!

How To Travel With A BMX Bike

February 12, 2018

Need to fly with your BMX bike? Here’s some advice on how to travel with your bike and save you some money in the long run!

If you have ever flown with your BMX bike, you know unless you do a little bit of work to disguise the bike, you’re likely going to end up with an extra fee that’s $100+ more. Here’s a video where Big Boy and Matty Cranmer give you some advice on how to travel with a BMX bike, and how to properly pack your bike in a travel bag. Hit the video above. If you want to buy one of the bike bags Matty uses, you can pick one up right here — DK Golf Bag or a similar one, the Odyssey Nest Bag.

“People always think it really hard and super expensive to travel with your bmx bike. Matty and Big Boy show you how we travel all the time everywhere with our bikes! Just a quick video to show you guys how its done there will still be a video up at 4pm est today!” – Scotty Cranmer

Want some more advice? Brad Simms has some advice: BMX Life Hacks: How To Pack A Bike Bag For Cheap

BMX Streets Pipe – Demo Footage

February 12, 2018

Check out some more BMX Streets “Pipe” Demo footage…

The other day it was announced that BMX Streets Pipe is now available on XBox One, to go along with the PC version that has been available for a little while now. We had a feeling we would be seeing a handful of people uploading clips from the game online, and it looks like somebody has set up a BMX Streets Pipe Youtube channel to give you a look at what the game has to offer. If you’re thinking about picking up BMX Streets Pipe, this is worth a look to get an idea of what you can expect. If you’re digging it, you can download it for $9.99 in the XBox One online store now!

“A gameplay edit from Mash Games BMX STREETS PIPE 1.05.04 (2018). New videos will appear irregular from time to time. Stay tuned!”

Animal Bikes – Colin Varanyak “Facts” Section

February 12, 2018

Animal Bikes re-upped Colin Varanyak’s section from their “Facts” video!

The full “Facts” video dropped online back in December of 2016, so Animal figured it would be a good time to re-up Colin Varanyak‘s section from the video for a reminder of just how good the video is. Above is Colin’s section that starts out with a painful slam, followed up by some serious street destruction. After you watch this, go check out the full video here Animal Bikes “Facts” – Full Video

“Relive the madness of Colin Varanyak’s closing section in “FACTS”! From one of the heaviest bails ever, to some of the heaviest riding to go down on the East Coast, this section will get you hyped to hit the streets.” – Animal Bikes

Focalpoint – Boyd Hilder Pizzey Sessions

February 12, 2018

Watch Boyd Hilder go to work on the Pizzey skatepark for this new one from Focalpoint!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK-SeKaCaWc

The crew at Focalpoint caught up with Boyd Hilder at the Pizzey park down in Australia for a few evening sessions filled with some dialed riding. Hit play and check out what Boyd cooked up. You already know he doesn’t disappoint!

“Verve Footwear‘s Boyd Hilder showing how diverse of a rider he is at one of his local parks; Pizzey on the Gold Coast over a few good sessions.

Filmed and edited by Tim Storey.

Cover photo by Josh Black.”

Pavel Tencik 2018 Video

February 12, 2018

Pavel Tencik coming through with a fresh video for DIG…

Here’s a rad one featuring Pavel Tencik going to work on street spots around the Czech Republic while the temperature was still warmer last year. Pavel puts his pegs and tires to good use on a ton of different spots from rails to transitions out in the streets. This is filled with some real solid riding and some great spots! Take a peek!

“The scene in Czech Republic seems to be getting better daily and they’ve got a serious crew of riders out there. Pavel Tencik is one of those guys killing it and he sent through his latest and greatest from the last year. ‘Nuff style!

Cut by Martin Hoza” – DIG