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Vans BMX Pro Cup – Woodward Camp

June 30, 2017

The Vans BMX Pro Cup made a special stop at Woodward East this week for their Regional Qualifier series and it looks like there was no shortage of riders from pro to the up and coming riders that were dropping in! Check out this highlight video Woodward just posted up showing you what went down! A little wind didn’t keep the bangers from coming out.

“The Vans BMX Pro Cup Region Qualifier showcased a family of BMX riders in a super fun and laid back format. So many new lines and huge transfers were found in the brand new Cage at Woodward PA. Check out all the highlights.

Riders: Brandon Loupos, Ronnie Napolitan, Jamie Cooper-Ellis, Rob Darden, Alex Leibrock, Aaron Simone, Van Homan, Zach Zueschel, Trey Jones, Douglas Leitre de Oliveira, Matty Cranmer, and more.

Filmed/Edited: Josh Babu”

Dylan Lewis – An English Vacation

June 30, 2017

It’s safe to say that 2017 has been one hell of a year for Dylan Lewis! We have seen him take his speed, style and insane hangtime to ramps and trails all over the world and everyone has definitely taken notice of how damn good he is! During a recent trip to the U.K, Dylan filmed this new video with the Ride UK crew and, as expected, it’s packed full of amazing riding from skateparks and trails! Hit that play button!

“Coming in hot, straight off the back of the Vans Pro Cup in Malaga, Dylan Lewis came to ride in the south of England. The good guys at Seventies Distro took us around to sample some of the finer concrete in the south east including Hastings, Brighton, Clissold Park and Sheet trails.

Full feature at rideukbmx.com

Music: ‘Playing Politics’ by Fifth Hour Hero

Filmed and edited by Scott Connor
Cover image by Ed Ballingal” – Ride UK BMX

“Strangeways Volume 3” – Full Video

June 30, 2017

Now this is what we’re talking about! The full “Strangeways Volume 3″ video is now online for your viewing pleasure! This video was two years in the making and features some of the U.K’s finest street riders getting down on the streets. This is 42 minutes of pure gold, so get on that play button and start your day off right!

“Strangeways Volume 3 Full Video.
Filmed from April 2014 to April 2016. Featuring
Leo McKenna
Sandy
Jim Newrick
Cookie
Tommy C
Wozzy
Sam Waller
Gaz Hunt
Tommy Gore
Jamie Shipston
Pugwash
Fathead
Marv
Lord Leopold
Eman
Jambul
Clarky
Addy Snowdon
Matt Glover
Mini
Dan Roper
Danny Woodier RIP
and loads more…”

Empire BMX – How To Kickflip with Matt Nordstrom

June 30, 2017

Empire BMX dropping some knowledge on you on this Friday! Here’s a fresh How To video where Matt Nordstrom gives you a bunch of tips and examples on just how to get Kickflips done right on a BMX bike. Hit that play button and take it all in, then grab your bike and flick a few!

“Matt Nordstrom kicks down some knowledge and shows you the spins and outs of the kickflip!

follow Matt Nordstrom on Instagram @matt_nordstrom

filmed / edited by @thejoshbabu”

Felix Prangenberg & Robin Kachfi – BMX Street POV

June 30, 2017

Kunstform just dropped this new POV video from some spots that Felix Prangenberg and Robin Kachfi cruised during a trip to Denmark the other week. Both of the guys strapped on the GoPro chest mounts and went to work on street spots and a DIY spot. Check out what they got into in the video below!

“Our team riders Felix Prangenberg and Robin Kachfi were on a BMX trip in Denmark last week, where they rode with their BMX bikes some really awesome BMX street spots which they’ve captured with a GoPro. Check their adventure right here!

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Video: Robin Kachfi” – Kunstform

Street Jammin’ 2017 – Prague

June 30, 2017

The 2017 Street Jammin’ Series has kicked off in Prague and it’s safe to say it was a great success. Here’s a highlight video giving you a look at all of the action that went down at a bunch of different spots the guys rolled to from rails and ledges to crazy transitions under bridges and more. Check it!

“A crew of about 50 riders from all over Europe descended upon the capital of The Czech Republic to mark Round 1 of the 2017 Street Jammin’ Series. Watch on for all the highlights. Round 1 of the Streetjammin’ Series was a definite success. Prague had proven itself to be the perfect city for a street jam and many sunburnt riders would sleep well that night because of it.

Round 2 of the Streetjammin’ Series will take place in Slovakia on July 22nd (BMX Day) so if you live in central Europe be sure to head down for this.

Check out www.tbb-bike.cz and www.streetlifecrew.com for more info.

Filmed and edited by Tomáš Carda” – DIG

Profile Racing – Tech Tip: Comparing Chromoly To Titanium

June 30, 2017

Have you ever considered the different ways you can save weight on your bike? If you have, you have undoubtedly looked into what you could run on your bike with Titanium parts instead of Chromoly. This weeks Tech Tip from Profile Racing takes a look at the caparison when it comes to weight and which material you should be running.

As many of you know, Titanium is quite a bit lighter than Chromoly. Above is a comparison of Profile Racing axles and bolts in Chromoly and Titanium showing you the difference. Although Titanium is lighter, sometimes it’s not ideal for the style of riding you might do. If you’re hard on parts and like to grind, you’re better off with Chromoly. If you’re more of a ramp or trails rider, you would be a candidate for Titanium. The crew at Profile released their latest Tech Tip which compares the two materials in weight and the pros and cons of each. You can check it out right here — Tech Tip: Weight, What? Comparing Titanium to Chromo.

S&M Bikes – Black Magic Frame

June 29, 2017

Let’s take a look at the new Black Magic frame from S&M Bikes!

The Matty Aquizap signature Black Magic Frame from S&M Bikes has been in the works for a little while now and it’s finally starting to hit BMX shops and mail-orders. The frame is made right here in the U.S.A by S&M Bikes with full Butted Thermal X 4130 chromoly tubing, a 74-degree head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.6″ bottom bracket height, 9.30″ standover height and a 14.10″ – 14.75″ chainstay length! You can find a taller Integrated head tube, gussets on the top and down tubes, a Mid bottom bracket, integrated seat post clamp with an S&M Bikes logo, a wide rear triangle for 2.40″ tire clearance, tapered seat stays with end caps that have the S&M Logo, heat-treated 14mm dropouts and welded on chain stay brake mounts and guides.

The Black Magic Frame comes in Metallic Black and Gloss White with 21″, 21.25″ and 21.5″ top tube lengths, a weight of 5.4 lbs. and a price tag of $354.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry S&M Bikes.

Tall Integrated head tube with gussets on the top and down tubes for strength.

Mid bottom bracket!

Integrated seat post clamp with the S&M Bikes Shield logo.

Heat-treated 14mm dropouts and the small S&M logo on the end caps.

Available in Gloss White as well!

You can check out more photos of the Gloss White frame on the S&M Bikes Website.

What do you think of the Black Magic Frame? Have any questions? Let us know what you’re thinking in the comments below!