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Red Bull – Kriss Kyle’s Top Five Favorite Riding Spots

November 5, 2015

We have seen Kriss Kyle put his bike to good use on countries all over the world now and you better believe he’s racked up a few favorite places to ride over the years. Red Bull released this new BMX video where Kriss talks about his top five places along with some riding footage from each place! Hit play and enjoy… and get a little jealous that you don’t get to travel as much as him!

“Kriss Kyle has racked up more airmiles than hot dinners in recent years. As the 23-year-old’s reputation as one of the most creative BMX riders of his time has grown, so too have his opportunities to travel to some pretty unique places.

We asked Kriss to round up his favourite riding spots. Pens at the ready, your bucket list is about to get a whole lot bigger.”

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Product: Fiend – Varanyak Frame – Out Now

November 5, 2015

Here’s some news we’re sure some of you are stoked for! Colin Varanyak‘s signature “Varanyak” frame from Fiend is out now. The frame is made from 100% chromoly with a 75.5-degree head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.625″ bottom bracket height, 8.8″ standover height and a 12.7″ chain stay length. You can find an integrated head tube, gusset on the down tube, integrated seat post clamp, MID bottom bracket, a wide rear triangle for 2.40″ tire clearance and integrated chain tensioners in the 14mm drop outs. This frame comes in two versions; no brake mounts and removable brake mounts.

The Varanyak frame is available in top tube lengths of 20.25″, 20.5″, 20.75″ and 21″, color options of flat black and translucent purple and a weight of 4.9 lbs through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Fiend worldwide now.

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BMX Street Station 2015 – Street Lyon

November 5, 2015

Check out this highlight reel from this years BMX Street Station contest that went down last month in Lyon, France! They had a few obstacles like The Shadow Conspiracy coffin ledge for riding to throw down on and you better believe there was some amazing riding to see. Hit play!

“Video from 6th edition of BMX STREET STATION
Video from Sunday contest at Lyon Small Place / Downtown (Oct 4th).
Filmed and edited by Arnaud WOLFF.
Music : AMADEUS – The Little Boys.
More infos on larage-events.fr
Photo by Stéphane BAR.”

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Sneak Peek: S&M Bikes – Dagger Frame

November 5, 2015

Here’s one we got a look at, at Interbike back in September. S&M Bikes have been working on a new park specific frame called the Dagger frame. Based off what we saw at their suite in Vegas, this frame will feature a 75.75 head tube angle, 71-degree seat tube angle, 11.6″ bottom bracket height, 7.25″ seat tube height and a short 12.8″ to 13.2″ chain stay length. No word on other special features of the frame, but based off the photo, we’re seeing gussets on the top and down tubes, what appears to be a butted top tube (could be the lighting), an integrated seat post clamp, tapered seat and chai stays, removable brake mounts on the seat stays, S&M logos on the caps at the drop outs and integrated chain tensioners that thread through the drop outs. No word on top tube lengths yet, but we would imagine they will have a few different options and colors available.

This frame is going to be available in a very limited edition glow-in-the-dark Sublime Lime (color can be seen below) color with matching 26mm offset Widemouth forks. If you’re digging this color, have your local shop get ahold of S&M Bikes asap to get your pre-order in now!

The Dagger frame will be available in two weeks, so we’ll let you know when it’s officially out!

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Scotty Cranmer VS Matty Cranmer – Subrosa Street Rail Game of BIKE

November 5, 2015

What happens when Scotty Cranmer goes up against his little bother, Matty Cranmer, in a game of BIKE? Well, if it was ramps… That would be one story, but they decided to pull out the Subrosa Street Rail and see who could win. Needless to say, when two park guys go to work on a rail… It gets funny. Check it!

“Me and my little brother Matty played a game of BIKE on the Subrosa street rail in a construction site. This was my first session back on my bike after a month from breaking my fingers. Big Boy was there to film all the action! ”

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Mat Hoffman Interview

November 5, 2015

Today we’re really excited to release a new video interview for you guys. We were fortunate enough to sit down and chat with Mat Hoffman yesterday for a while to see what’s new with him these days. We covered everything from the Secret Ninja Big Air Ramp project that him and Danny Way were working on to set some new records, shattered collar bones, Mat’s art work that he has been producing, sky diving and his new glider, film projects with the Jackass and Nitro Circus crews, riding his backyard ramp, what’s new with Hoffman Bikes and his perspective on the BMX industry and the up coming generation. This was an awesome time and we hope you’re stoked on it!

Make sure you check out MatHoffman.com and follow Mat on Instagram @CondorBMX, because there’s always something good going on there!

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Shadow Conspiracy – Mark Burnett: What Could Be Left?

November 5, 2015

If there’s one guy that we have become serious fans of over the past few years, it’s Mark Burnett. There’s no denying that Shadow Conspiracy made the right move picking him up, because he’s evolved into a serious street technician that will blow your mind all day. Check out these leftover clips from his “What Could Go Wrong?” video part… Amazing.

“A lot can happen while filming for a full-length video over three years. For Mark Burnett, he went from a 14 year old flow rider just starting out, to a 17 year old Pro with a bright future. During that course of time Mark managed to film a lot of crazy stuff, not all of which made it in to his crazy “What Could Go Wrong?” section. We thought the world might like to see it, so sit back, relax, and enjoy “What Could Be Left?” from Mark Burnett.

Filmed and Edited by Ryan Chadwick

Music:
Evan Geesman
“Some Walls”
Some Walls
http://evangeesman.bandcamp.com

Photo by Spenser “Loofa” Lee”

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Subrosa – Hoang Tran’s Signature 2016 Novus Complete Promo

November 5, 2015

Subrosa dropped this new promo video featuring Hoang Tran putting his signature 2016 Novus complete to good use! Check out the video above, then get a closer look, along with full details on the bike below!

“Triple O.G. Subrosa pro Hoang Tran linked up with your favorite filmer’s favorite filmer, Doeby, and showed you whats good with the 2016 Hoang Tran signature Novus complete bike right out of the box!

The 2016 Novus line is comprised of some of the best complete bikes available.

Each version of the Subrosa pro rider signature models from Hoang Tran, Simone Barraco, and now Lahsaan Kobza are designed and spec’d to be as close to their personal rides as you can get.

Each Novus features high end materials and only aftermarket parts combined with colors and decals that match each riders current setups.

Highlights on Hoang’s Novus include Subrosa Bitchin cranks, Subrosa “High Life” stem, SubrosaStreet Digger tires, Shadow “Interlock V2” Chain, Subrosa Bandit sprocket, Subrosa “Power” pegs, Subrosa Villicus V2 grips, and Subrosa “Easy Rider” Seat.”

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