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Colombians In France

July 2, 2020

Remember when traveling was a thing? The trips have slowed down for most of us, but fortunately we’re still seeing a steady low of footage to keep the stoke up. Here’s a video from a trip Santiago Laverde and a few others from Colombia took to France to cruise street spots and parks before the shutdowns started up. Based on the footage, it looks like this was a real good time. We’re sure they are stoked they got this trip in before things got weird!

“Our DIG Locals series is usually reserved for unsponsored riders, but Colombia’s Santiago Laverde sent through this one from pre-covid time and a trip to France that himself and a bunch of friends from back home took. Nothing but good vibes.

Filmed and edited by @Cav_BMX” – DIG

Powers B-I-K-E Championship 2020 – Shane Leeper VS Jojo Hepler

July 1, 2020

The Powers B-I-K-E Championships continue! This time around Shane Leeper goes up against Jojo Hepler in a game that might not have gone perfectly smooth, but it all worked! Hit play to see what these two threw down and who took the win to move on to the next row!

“THE BIG DAWG VS THE ONE AND ONLY JOJO! This game had a few hiccups early on with the rain and some injuries but in the end, WE MADE IT WORK! Stoked on how this came out. Tune in next week for game FOUR! Adem Gunaydin VS. Jeff Gentry at Walker Mill Skatepark!

Filming/editing: @steadyshotdon” – Powers BMX

Cream BMX – Covid Mixtape

July 1, 2020

The Covid pandemic has changed things up for everyone, but that hasn’t seem to stop the sessions. The Cream BMX squad down in Colombia cooked up a bunch of solid clips from their sessions, rocking the masks and keeping the social distancing going. Hit play to take it all in!

“Some of what we have filmed in these hard months of quarantine, but always keeping the street essence on high.
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Edition: Jorge Cuenca
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Camera: Jorge Cuenca, Neyar C Madera, Henry Alexander, Aaron Granados
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Barranquilla, Colombia
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2020“

Beige Cru – Compliance

July 1, 2020

Endless Mag coming through with a new one from the Beige Cru from some park sessions that they have been getting in during the shutdown. This has a pretty chill vibe, but it’s a solid watch. Take a look!

“Bristol boys at it again down the M32.
Featuring Harry Mills Wakley, Billy Cooper, Emerson and Dom.
Filmed and edited by Luke Duffy” – Endless Mag

BSD – Antony Lille “Bruit”

July 1, 2020

BSD coming through with a fresh video featuring Antony Lille ging to work on some of his local spots over in France! This one is a raw cut, giving you all the sounds from the riding to enjoy. This is filled with some unique spots from crazy wallride setups to super slick looking metal slides and more! Antony delivers with this BMX video, so hit play and enjoy!

“The French word Bruit translates as a noise, a sound or a rumour.

Made from lost footage found on a broken computer and some newer stuff too, this video is a rare sighting into the riding of the elusive Antony Lille, a murmur from the streets of Toulouse…

Filmed and edited by Daniel Mini.” – BSD

Demarcus Paul Off Volume Bikes

July 1, 2020

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I don’t believe all good things must come to an end, I do believe that we as people grow mentally and emotionally to follow our heart. It comes with a great deal of emotions to say that I’ve decided to part ways with @Volumebikes This wasn’t an overnight or irrational decision for me. I’ve been adjusting to this change for the past couple months and today is my last day with the company. I’m thankful to have been with Volume for the past six plus years. In that time I was able to achieve a lot of goals that I set for myself. Just so it’s clear, I did not leave Volume for another company and I did not leave Volume because of money. I feel that my time with Volume has ran its course. Thank you @briancastillo and La for giving me this opportunity. Thank you for believing in me and investing in me. I wish nothing but the best for Volume bikes. #volumebikes #vlm #warhorseline ? @mikemastroni
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Here’s some news we definitely did not see coming! Demarcus Paul has decided to step down from the Volume Bikes team after a little over 6 years with the brand! It sounds like it was a decision Demarcus took without any sort of plan or motive beyond just feeling like his time with the brand had come to an end. Although Demarcus doesn’t appear to have any set plans, we can only imagine it won’t be long before he has some offers and potentially a new deal since he’s still riding amazing and crushing it as always. It’s always a bummer hearing about sponsor changes like this, but hopefully it opens a door up for another rider on Volume and gives Demarcus a fresh perspective and motivation to keep pushing his riding!

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Battle of Hastings 2020 – Date & Team Captains Announced

July 1, 2020

Source BMX have announced that the 2020 Battle of Hastings will be going down September 4th – 6th! This year, due to COVID, it sounds like the event will be different from the past few years with it being a closed event that will be streamed online for everyone to enjoy, keeping the riders safe and reducing the risk of spreading things. This may be tricky since the hyped up crowd undoubtedly helped the riders in the past, but it’s the right move.

Source BMX have also announced the team captains for the contest! Sergio Layos, Tom Justice, Courage Adams, Simone Barraco, Alex Kennedy, Ben Wallace, Stuart Chisholm and Kilian Roth! Each rider will be picking other riders for their team, so expect to get those announcements soon!

Either way, we’re super stoked to see they found a way to make this one happen!

“Battle Of Hastings returns to The Source Park this September 4th-6th

After what has been a year of BMX contests and more being cancelled, we are beyond stoked to announce that #BOHBMX will return seeing some of the worlds best compete behind closed doors for a live stream focussed event!

Here are your captains and stay tuned for regular updates at SOURCEBMX.COM/BOH”

Weird & Revered – Justin Schwanke “Vagabond Squad” Section

July 1, 2020

Here’s one we’ve been looking forward to. Justin Schwanke‘s section from the Weird & Revered “Vagabond Squad” DVD is now online. Justin pulled double duty for this one as the filmer and editor, along with filming a full section packed with creative and unique riding from start to finish. Justin has a unique style that is very unpredictable, and will leave you guessing just what he’s going to do next. Needless to say, his section turned out super good from all the parks and parks he rode, to his backyard and garage ramps. Hit play because this one doesn’t disappoint!

““Vagabond Squad” is a full-length video from Canada’s Weird & Revered crew. Filmed from 2016 to 2019, the project is community rooted with a strong focus on the Edmonton BMX scene. Although a majority of the clips are from the crew’s home city, the footage spans 9 countries, 8 American states, and 4 Canadian provinces and territories.” – DIG

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