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Scotty Cranmer – 8 Month Progress Update

June 8, 2017

It’s been amazing seeing Scotty Cranmer continue to make some incredible progress after a crash that almost left him paralyzed! Here’s a quick little video he posted up on Instagram showing you just how much his walking abilities have improved! It looks like he has so much more balance and control, plus he’s getting a bit of speed in those steps, too! This is amazing to see and we have no doubt that it won’t be long before he’s back on the bike cruising around.

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“Here’s an update on how I’ve been walking as of lately. I have been getting a lot stronger in the past couple weeks and the confidence is coming back slowly on my feet! We will get there someday! Thanks for all the constant support everyone!” – Scotty Cranmer

Stress BMX – Max Bespaliy Signature Bes Frame

June 8, 2017

Have you given the new Bes Frame from Stress a look yet?

Is it time for a new BMX frame? Have you given the new Max Bespaliy signature Bes Frame a look yet? This full 4130 chromoly frame has a 75-degree head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.5″ bottom bracket height, 9.22″ standover height and a short 12.66″ chainstay length. The Bes frame features a heat-treated Integrated head tube with a laser etched logo, top and downtube gussets (internal and external for extra strength), a heat-treated down tube, integrated seat post clamp, heat-treated Mid bottom bracket, a gusset on the seat tube / seat stay bridge, curved stays for 2.40″ tire clearance, removable brake mounts and heat-treated dropouts.

The Bes frame comes in 20.25″, 20.5″, 20.75″ and 21″ top tube lengths, comes in colors of matte- translucent burgundy and matte black with a weight of 4.74 lbs. and is available through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Stress BMX worldwide now.

Also available in Matte Black

The frame features external and internal gussets making for a strong front triangle. Pair that with a heat-treated Integrated head tube, you can’t go wrong with that combo.

The hourglass shaped head tube features an engraved logo for a new touch.

The frame features an Integrated seat post clamp and a small gusset where the seat stay and chainstays meet the seat tube for additional strength.

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Brazilians Visit Woodward East

June 8, 2017

Woodward East coming through with a video from some time that a few familiar faces from Brazil spent at camp riding all the ramps and trails! This is a really good mix of tricks and styles, along with a few gnarly slams, too. Well worth a look! Check it out!

“Douglas Leite de Oliveira, Bruno Tatini, Andre Jesus, and Enio Mortari come all the way from Brazil to shred Woodward PA in styles that couldn’t be duplicated. These boys know how to get loose. Includes some of the last few clips from the old Cage.

Location: Woodward PA
Filmed/edited: Josh Babu”

Monster Energy – Pat Casey: Dream Yard 3

June 8, 2017

Over the past two or so years we have seen Dream Yard 1 and Dream Yard 2 featuring Pat Casey absolutely DESTROYING his backyard ramp and trails setup that he has. It looks like Pat has done some renovations and expansions on the ramp and Monster Energy just dropped the Dream Yard 3 video that is packed full of absolutely incredible riding that will blow your mind. Add in the dialed film work that Fudger and Veesh both produced from this going from day to the lights out night session with some unique angles from the close ups to the drone shots. Hit play and take this all in… Everything about the Dream Yard 3 video is an absolute MUST SEE!

“The best backyard on the planet? Although it may be hard to imagine, the level of awesomeness that is Pat Casey’s private dirt and ramp setup is pure reality.

With the help of Monster Energy, Pat debuts the newest additions to his Dream Yard as only he can, by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on a BMX bike…including an ender that will leave you dumbfounded.

Filmed By: Ryan Fudger & Veesh
Additional Filming: Cassidy Tillemans
Directed By: Veesh
Music By: “Dreaming” By Veesh & Sam Perrigan” – Monster Energy

Check out the past two Dream Yard videos!

WATCH: Pat Casey: Dream Yard 1

WATCH: Pat Casey: Dream Yard 2

What did you think of the Dream Yard 3 video? We want to hear from you! Let us know what you think in the comments below.

Stress BMX – Max Bespaliy Signature Line Promo

June 8, 2017

Here’s a dialed one for your viewing pleasure featuring Max Bespaliy going to work on the streets of Russia to promote his signature Bes frame and Tripod seat! Max is a grind technician that puts together some amazing combos, along with plenty of balance with some wild rail ride action. This whole video is packed full of dialed riding from start to finish, so hit that play button and take it all in!

“If you’ve been off the radar in the latest goings-on in BMX, especially in Russia, you may not be aware of 25 year old Max Bespaliy and his epic bag of abilities. Not to be confused with his identical twin brother Igor, Max has a signature frame and seat with Stress BMX and he puts them to work in a big way for this new promo video that we’re psyched to premiere in conjunction with Stress BMX. 2:37 and 2:49 were out of hand!

Filmed by Dima Onoprienko / Edited by Artem Ivanov” – DIG

Barna’s Cats

June 7, 2017

The title might be a little strange and kind of throw you for a loop, but don’t sleep on this BMX video because it features riding from Simone Barraco, Michal Smelko, Nico Badet, Emile Bouwman, Santiago Arano and more getting down on spots around Barcelona, Spain and what appears to be a few other places. Plenty of dialed riding with a real laid back vibe!

“POSITIVE VIBES BRING HAPPINESS TO YOUR LIFE.
RIDE FOR FUN.” – Santiago Arano

FloriDeah – Trey Jones and Jabe Jones Bike Checks

June 7, 2017

Curious what Trey Jones and Jabe Jones are running for setups? The latest FloriDeah video gives you a look at Trey’s signature Cult OSV4 Colorway setup and then Jabe’s FBM Hardway setup. Both guys run parts from Shadow Conspiracy. After they give you the details on their bikes you get a little riding from the Mesh Skatepark. Check it all out in the video below!

“A few of you guys have been asking for bike checks from Jabe and I so we decided to make it happen. If you guys have any other ideas for other videos you’d like to see make a comment and let us know!”

6 Ways To Put On Handlebar Grips

June 7, 2017

Over the years we have seen countless ways of getting your BMX Grips on your bike. The crew at Demolition Parts posted up this video with 6 Ways to Put On Handlebar Grips showing you a few different ways Brian Castillo and the guys in the warehouse prefer to put their grips on. The video covers the Hairspray, WD-40, Zip Ties, Hot Air, Spray Paint and then the classic Air Compressor trick. Hit play and get a few pointers to see how easy it can be done.

“There’s quite a bit of ways to put on handlebar grips, and we thought we’d show off some of our favorite methods. Some are harder than others (notice the grunts) but overall this is how each of us here has put ours on over the years. Let us know in the comments what method you use.
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Music: Blackswan Runners: An Aside – Alibi”