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Make The Cut BMX Video Contest

August 22, 2017

It looks like Greg Illingworth is throwing a video contest for you to get in on and all you have to do is submit your best riding clips for your chance at winning a bunch of rad prizes from >Mongoose, Vans, Snafu and Monster. Check out the trailer below, along with full details on how this all works! You can also learn more on the Make The Cut website.

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

“It’s simple…
You send us your clip.
We choose the best 20 from all the submissions and make a savage mix tape.
Everyone that Makes The Cut wins a prize.
SPECIAL PRIZES FOR:
THE ENDER | MOST CREATIVE CLIP | BEST GAP | BEST FINESSE | MYSTERY PRIZE
A FEW RULES:
-UK/Europe entries only
– One trick or line per submission (you can submit more clips separately)
– No music! Please do not add any music to your clip
– If filming on a phone you must hold it sideways (landscape format)
– Clips must have NOT been used before online or in any other video
– MITH BMX & co-sponsors, are not responsible for any loss, damage or injuries incurred to or by you during the filming of your clip
– You must be the rider in the clip
– Entries close 31 September 2017
– Judges decision is final
– Clips must be of a reasonable resolution & quality to be considered”

You can submit your clips RIGHT HERE.

Kink BMX – 12″ Roaster Bike Rips!

August 22, 2017

It’s been rad seeing so many younger kinds getting on BMX bikes at earlier and earlier ages. Kink hooked Chad Osburn‘s kid, Ezra, up with one of their 12-inch 2018 Roaster Complete Bikes up to start ripping around on. Here’s a short but sweet video featuring him cruising around the skatepark. Below we have more info on the bike!

“Ezra Osburn Riding the new Kink Coaster 12″ bmx bike!”

“Simply put the Kink Roaster is designed to be a kids first BMX bike. The 12” wheel and frame size make it an easy transition from a balance bike, and means kids will feel completely comfortable on their first pedaling bike. Once again, this bike isn’t simply a bike with 12” wheels or merely a miniaturized BMX bike. It factors into account standard BMX geometry, and applies them to a younger child’s size and needs.

The Gloss Blue Chill colorway really shines while the bike sports some great components throughout. In addition to the miniaturized 5” Kink Puma CC bars and 12” Kink Lance forks, the Roaster features a coaster brake in lieu of a lever based brake system, that could be too difficult for some children to use at a young age. For 2018, the chainstay bridge design has been updated to fit a caliper brake or 990 plate for those looking to add a lever style brake as well.

Note: Designed for children ages 4 and up. Seat height adjustable from 15.5″-18″.” – Kink

MSRP: $199.99
Colors: Gloss Blue Chill
Frame Material: 100% Hi-Ten Steel
Toptube Length: 12.5″
Fork: Kink Lance Fork 100% Hi-Ten Steel, Tapered Fork Legs
Bars: Kink Puma CC 5” 100% Hi-Ten Steel
Grips: Mission Micro
Barends: Closed End
Stem: Mission Frontload 30mm
Headset: Standard 1 1/8″ Threadless
Brakes: Coaster Brake
Cranks: Forged 1pc Crank 92mm
Bottom Bracket: Unsealed American
Pedals: Mission Plastic Junior
Chain: Mission 410
Sprocket: Mission Rank 25T
Seat: Mission Weider Combo
Seat Post: Mission Combo Steel Post
Seat Clamp: Mission Slim Clamp
Front Hub: Mission Unsealed 3/8″ Axle
Rear Hub: Mission Breaker Unsealed 3/8″ Coaster Brake
Driver: 9TFront
Rim: Mission X7 20H
Rear Rim: Mission X7 20H
Front Tire: Wanda 12″ x 2.25″
Rear Tire: Wanda 12″ x 2.25″ Weight: 16lb 7oz

The Boardroom – Ryan Aylward 2017 Video

August 22, 2017

It’s kind of crazy that we don’t see a ton of BMX videos coming out of Ireland, especially Dublin. The place looks like it has plenty of spots to ride. Either way, today we’re treated to a new one from The Boardroom featuring Ryan Aylward going to work on spots around Dublin. This is a real solid watch from start to finish with a mix of grinds, spins and more. Take a peek!

“Ryan Aylward in the streets of his hometown Dublin, filmed by Eoin Shiel. Here’s what Eoin had to say about how this edit came about:

“I had this footage sitting on my computer for a long time. There was no reason for never doing anything with it, I guess it just kept slipping my mind.

Ryan and I used to ride, hang out and film quite a lot together, but sometimes things change. Screws fall out. That’s life.

The other week Ryan and his lovely missus moved to Barcelona. A few days later I heard about the terror attacks.

Thankfully they’re both safe, but it got me thinking about how strange the world is and how we’re all just a spark in the fire.

Regardless of that, everyone tries to make their time count.

Reg and I put in a fair bit of work for these clips, I’m glad they’re seeing the light of day.””

Callan Stibbards – Left Over Bacon and Eggs

August 21, 2017

It’s always good to see some fresh footage from Callan Stibbards. Here’s a batch of “leftover” footage that hasn’t found its way into any other projects. We’re not quite sure how these clips are leftovers since there are a ton of bangers in this from big rails to backflips out of tight transitions and more. Callan is a beast. Check it!

“Footage of Callan Stibbards
Song he enjoys right now.
Enjoy” – JustAGame

FISE Budapest 2017 – BMX Park Finals Highlights

August 21, 2017

This past weekend was FISE in Budapest, Hungary where some of the best BMX riders in the world made the trip. Below you can check out a full highlight reel from the finals where everyone was throwing down huge spins, tailwhip and barspin combos and more. It doesn’t look like the crazy wind slowed these guys down too much.

“All of the wind in Hungary couldn’t stop the twelve finalists at FISE: Budapest from throwing down banger-after-banger. Watch highlights and see how it all unfolded. Riders include Daniel Dhers, Kenneth Tencio, Daniel Sandoval, Colton Walker, Brandon Loupos, Jeremy Malott, Kostya Andreev, Irek Rizaev, Jake Leiva, and Alex Nikulin!” – Vital BMX

Scotty Cranmer – First Jump Since My Crash

August 21, 2017

Man, it’s been amazing seeing Scotty Cranmer making all this progress! Today, he decided it was time to try and start jumping his bike again for the first time since his accident that left him paralyzed for a bit. Scotty goes old school with the classic piece of wood and a few boards to build a little kicker. Check it out and see how far he pushes things without giving his mom and wife a complete heart attack!

“It has been 10 months since my crash and I have made unbelievable amounts of progress and I am going to keep working every day to get better and to return to my BMX. In this video I teach myself how to jump my BMX bike again! I set up a ramp just like I did when I was a kid when I learned how to jump the first time. I pushed myself to jump higher and farther and in this video I jump over big boy! It was awesome and I am so proud of the jump! Thank you all for the support!” – Scotty Cranmer

The Last Baco-A-Go-Go Jam

August 21, 2017

All good things must come to an end… Or something like that!

BACO-A-GO-GO Flyer

Welp, here’s some news we quite honestly didn’t think we would get the chance to tell you about ever again after last years bash… The Baco guys are throwing one last BACO-A-GO-GO Jam at the Jellystone Skatepark in Warrens, Wisconsin. This is the final jam unfortunately because the campground is getting rid of the skatepark to make room for a Mini Golf Course… I wish that was a joke. Either way, because of that this is bound to be a damn good time. The jam is Saturday, September 30th, so start planning your trip!

Cinema BMX – Fall / Winter 2017 Apparel

August 21, 2017

Cinema BMX coming through with the fresh threads…

The crew over at Cinema BMX just sent through their new Fall / Winter 2017 Apparel Catalog giving you a look at all their latest t-shirts, 3/4 sleeves, long sleeves, hoodies and beanies that are hitting BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Cinema worldwide now. They had Corey Martinez and Nathan Williams as models for this one, too.

“All photos by Harley Haskett unless noted.”