BMX Union

The Story of Vans

March 16, 2016

How do you tell 50 years of history in 1 minute and 40 seconds? Just like this. Vans released this short but that gives us a run through of their history in a short amount of time with some rad illustrations and more. Take a look!

After you watch that, make sure you check this out: How Vans Shoes Are Made

“The Story of Vans showcases 50 years of milestones that have made Vans the unique brand it is today. Watch the animated story and follow the brand’s origins in action sports, art, music and fashion. Narrated by Vans Skateboarding Legend, Jeff Grosso.”

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Jason Phelan – BMX Adventures: The Hidden Reservoir

March 15, 2016

Jason Phelan is no stranger to going out on adventures to find unique spots to ride. He recently caught a session with a few friends at a crazy reservoir spot that looks like a fun spot to cruise. Take a look!

“Adventures are the way forward and going to this reservoir spot sure was one. Its in the middle of know where in Scotland and you have to drive miles along some sketchy single track roads to get there. Its hard to concentrate because the views along the way are so nice. This is why I BMX. Adventures,Travel,Explore and a great time.
Music : Floating_Currents_Walker / Filming : @jamesivett @baxbmx @buzzcy @jaypbmx”

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BSD – Matt Allpress 2016 Video

March 15, 2016

Wow… BSD just dropped some serious FIRE from Matt Allpress for your viewing pleasure! Watch as Matt absolutely slays rails and ledges galore in New Zealand, Australia and in Arizona here in the U.S! Amazing riding, great spots, clean film work. You cannot go wrong with hitting play on this BMX video!

Filmed by Jono Hopping, Rowin Chendriah & Scott Olds
Edited by Scott Olds

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Sneak Peek: GT Bicycles – Brian Kachinsky Signature Seat

March 15, 2016

If you haven’t noticed that GT Bicycles have been working on a TON of new products since Ben Ward took over the BMX program last year, then you’re blowing it. They have been keeping things pretty quiet, but we’ve seen a few things pop up here and there. For example, we just spotted this sneak preview of the Brian Kachinsky signature Pivotal seat that’s in the works. Do you know what that design is? That’s the map of the train lines that run through Chicago embossed into the seat. Pretty rad idea. Expect to see more sooner than later.

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Out of the Loop: The Jose Yanez Documentary

March 15, 2016

Do you know who pulled this first backflip on a BMX bike? We’re sure a few of you old school guys know the answer to this. What MOST of you might not know is that the first person to backflip a BMX bike is Jose Yanez. Get ready because Jason Ryan is putting a documentary together about Jose that is bound to kick a ton of ass. Hit play and check the trailer!

“This is an initial trailer for a documentary just getting ramped up about the inventor of the backflip on first a bicycle…and then a motorcycle: Jose Yanez.

Starring:

Jose Yanez
Eddie Fiola
Martin Aparijo
Bill Allen
Mat Hoffman
Dennis McCoy
Ron Wilkerson
Dave Voelker
Cameron Birdwell
Steve Swope
Ronnie Renner
and many more pioneers, badasses and inventors of BMX and freestyle motocross…

Stay in the loop with weekly updates on the progress of Out of the Loop: The Jose Yanez Documentary by liking us on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/JoseisOutoftheLoop

Crowdfunding launch coming soon!

Produced by Psychicflyingmonkey Productions
Directed by Jason Ryan
Visit our website at http://www.Psychicflyingmonkey.com”

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Cult – Trey Jones: Follow Cam 01

March 15, 2016

Cult giving you a little behind the scenes look from the Crack Dad jam he threw the other weekend down in Florida! The turn out was big, they had some sketchy ramps set up and it looks like people had a damn good time. Take a look!

“Trey Jones hosted a street jam in his home town or Orlando Florida along with his Banned of bros. We flew out to document the day in our first installment of Follow Cam. Enjoy the southern chaos.”

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Merritt BMX – One Instagram Week In California

March 15, 2016

Some of the Merritt BMX crew coming through with some fresh clips from a small team get together in California. Check out a bunch of clips from their crew, along with a few friends like Andrew Jackson that caught a clip or two as well. Brad Simms in slow motion always looks good. It’s also good to see a few https://bmxunion.com/tag/mike-brennan/”>Mike Brennan clips as well.

Last Week Brad Simms went out to California to film with Brandon Begin and Stephan August to film for a few new projects. Here are all the insta clips from that week. More clips from Jesse Garcia, Mike Brennan and Andrew Jackson.

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Latane Coghill – A Polejam Minute

March 15, 2016

Latane Coghill coming through with a short but sweet edit from some of the different pole jams he caught a session on the past few months. Latane sniffed out pole jams in alleys, behind buildings, DIY spots and more. Take a peek!

“The idea was to film a video part of just polejams. However, winter, becoming homeless, injuries, and both of my cameras breaking kinda got in the way. Still had a blast. No reason not to put the footage together. Thanks for checking it out.”

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