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Daniel Penafiel Bike Check

July 10, 2012

After a few months of being on Mutant Bikes, word slipped out that Daniel “Naran” Penafiel had a signature frame and bars in the works. If you haven’t noticed, the guys at Mutant are always doing some unique things with their products, so this definitely caught my attention. Daniel has been testing prototypes of the frame, bars and a few other items so we figured it would be a perfect time to take a closer look at his setup and find out what we can expect from the Tizona line that’s due out early next year. Check it!

Name: Daniel Peñafiel “ naran”
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James Newrick on Grey Haven

July 10, 2012

Head over to the Savakas website for an interview with James Newrick about the Grey Haven DVD that is nearing it’s completion. This video is looking so good.

Eclat – Super 8 China Demo

July 10, 2012

Eclat‘s TM, Paul Robinson, pulled out the Super 8 camera during the demo the team did in China during their Free and Sleazy trip. Above you can check out what went down. Who can spot the legend around 1:30 in the product toss? Haha

Yawn – At The Same Damn Time

July 10, 2012

Yawn BMX dropped this new edit featuring Iz Pulido and Andrew Casteneda tag teaming some spots together. This definitely turned out rad so take a peek!

Filmed and edited by Veesh

First Annual Mongoose Jam at Woodward

July 10, 2012

This sounds like it will be pretty rad!

“Mongoose Bikes, a division of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), today announced that they will host the first ever Mongoose Jam this summer. Since its inception in 1974, Mongoose has always been an innovator in BMX, continually setting new standards and pushing the boundaries of the sport. With the Mongoose Jam, they continue to bring their authentic blend of camaraderie and grit to one of the best-known stages in BMX at Woodward West in Tehachapi, Ca., just two hours from Los Angeles.

This BMX-only event, which will take place July 25 – 27, will feature competition among five teams, each headed by one of Mongoose’s pro riders. The Mongoose team captains will choose a group of four pro BMX athletes, and will draft one amateur rider from the AmateurAudition open to all Woodward campers, to compete in Park, Dirt and Street contests. Each team will select two riders to compete in each discipline. Teams will earn points according to their placement in each contest to choose the overall Mongoose Jam first place team.

“We’re extremely excited to host the first annual Mongoose Jam,” said Dave Duecker, Brand Director, Mongoose. “Mongoose is all about the roots and heritage of BMX. We feel that by hosting an event at Camp Woodward, the sport’s lifeblood —young, aspiring BMX riders— will not only have the opportunity to watch some of the best riders in the world compete,they will also be given the chance to directly engage with their role models.

The Mongoose Jam’s unique format brings a focus to the best of BMX and Mongoose. The biggest names in BMX and Mongoose riders, Greg Illingworth, Steve McCann, Paul Ryan, Ben Wallace and Cam White, will lead the teams. They’ll compete alongside their friends and fellow professionals on progressive setups at Woodward West. Confirmed riders for the Mongoose Jam include: Kyle Baldock, Billy Beddow, Maxime Charveron, Mike “Huckler” Clark, Scotty Cranmer, Daniel Dhers, TJ Ellis, Jack Fahey, Brian Kachinsky, Connor Lodes,Harry Main, Corey Nastazio, Christian Rigal, Pete Sawyer, Jeremiah Smith, and Gary Young.

The team event allows for a laid-back vibe that encourages riders to work together to come out on top with the overall win. The inclusion of a Woodward camper in competition through the amateur draft provides an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an up-and-coming rider to learn from their sport’s best role models. Woodward West shares Mongoose’s commitment to building the future of BMX making Woodward West the perfect for location for the inaugural Mongoose Jam.

“The Mongoose Jam is such an exciting event to be a part of,” said Mongoose Pro Rider Steve McCann. “The format allows riders with pro experience to mentor the campers and show them the ropes of BMX competition, and share the fun of what riding BMX with your friends is all about.

Mongoose is partnering with Alli Sports, a division of the NBC Sports Group, to livestream all of the events and bring the Mongoose Jam to a global audience. Consumers will be able to watch all three disciplines of the Mongoose Jam live on Mongoose.com. For more information on Mongoose and their collection of BMX bikes, go to Mongoose.com. Keep up on the latest with the brand and its team riders at Facebook.com/MongooseBikes and @Mongoose on Twitter and Instagram.“

Daniel Americo Edit

July 10, 2012

Check out Mutant Bikes‘s Daniel Americo getting things done right in this new edit. Does the look seem familiar? That’s because this is the second edit from Filipe Santos’s project. You can check out part one featuring Daniel Serrra here.

Product: Colony – Talon Bars

July 10, 2012

Here’s a look at Marnold’s new signature Talon bars from Colony. These fully post-weld heat-treated and multi-butted chromoly bars have a 8.65″ rise, 29.5″ width, 12-degrees of back sweep and 1-degee of upsweep. The Talon bars will be available in October and come in colors of matte black, Raspberry, matte orange, powder blue, Midnight blue and chrome. Check out a closer shot of the graphics here.

Product: Eclat – Wax

July 10, 2012

Here’s a look at Eclat‘s new wax they have out now. These 90x90x35mm blocks are made here in the USA by Lil Mikey Beeswax and come in colors of black, red, blue, green and pink. BMX brands supporting other BMX brands when they could probably go outside of the industry to make it cheaper is ALWAYS a good thing. Get your slide on. You can see more photos right here.