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Federal Bikes – FTS LOST IT – Vol. 7

The Federal Bikes team have been putting in some heavy miles or their new “FTS” DVD, and they’ve been taking us along for the ride the whole way through. This time around we get a batch of clips from some of the riding the team got into while going to work on spots in Canada and Australia, along with some of the laughs and interesting people they encountered along the way. Hit play and take it all in!

“This is ”Lost it” Volume 7 the penultimate episode in the ongoing series chronicling the progress of Federals full length “FTS” project and features riding in Australia and Canada from Dan Lacey, Bruno Hoffmann, Anthony Perrin, Eisa Bakos and James Cunningham.” – Federal Bikes

Federal Bikes – 2019 Steven Hamilton Frame

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Federal Bikes have released the new limited edition Steven Hamilton signature Hamilton frame for you guys to get your hands on. This frame has a throwback look with modernized geometry and feature. Check out Steven putting the frame to good use in the video above, then scroll down to get full specs, details and more photos of the frame!

“For the re-release of the Hamilton frame we sent Peter Adam over to spend a week to catch up with Steven, ride and talk about his frame. In this video listen to Steven talk about the concept behind this frame and then watch him take his new frame out on the streets of Ohio for some classic Hamilton style.

Filmed & Edited: Peter Adam” – Federal Bikes

The limited edition Hamilton frame is made from full 4130 chromoly tubing with a throwback look similar to the old Federal Fraction frame from years ago with modernized geometry and features. The frame has a 75.5º head tube angle, 71º seat tube angle, 11.5″ bottom bracket height, 8.8″ standover height and a 13.5″ (slammed) chainstay length. You can find an integrated head tube, the classic downtube gusset, tapered down tube and seat stays, Mid bottom bracket, Investment Cast 3D seat stay bridge and Investment Cast ICS wishbone on the chainstay with a massive 2.60″ tire clearance and enough room to run a 33-tooth sprocket, welded on chainstay grind plates, integrated chain tensioners and removable brake mounts and guides on the seat stay.

The Hamilton Frame is available in 19.75″ and 20.75″ top tube lengths with a weight of 5.55 lbs. and Gloss Red and Gloss Black for colors. There are only 100 of these frames available worldwide for $329.99 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Federal Bikes worldwide or on the Federal website now. Act fast because we’re sure this one will go fast.

Top Tube: 19.75” or 20.75”
Head Tube: 75.5º
Seat Tube: 71º
Stand Over: 8.8”
BB Height: 11.5”
Weight: 5.55 Lbs
Colors: Gloss Red
Chain Stays: 13.5” Slammed

Styley Cyrus

Classic downtube gusset similar to the old Federal Fraction frame.

Investment Cast ICS wishbone on the chainstay for a strong back end and massive 2.60″ tire clearance.

Welded plates on the chainstays for extra grind protection.

What do you think of the new Steven Hamilton signature Hamilton frame from Federal Bikes? Are you digging it? Do you have any questions? Let us now in the comments below!

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Federal Bikes – Rob Draper Artist Series Seat

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Federal Bikes have released their latest round of their Artist Series BMX Seats. This time around Rob Draper designed a badass looking seat. You can see how the drawing came together above, then get a look at the final production version below. These are limited edition, so if you’re trying to get one, get ahold of a BMX shop or the Federal website to get one ordered up right away.

“For the latest in the Federal Artists seats we’ve collaborated with Rob Draper (@robdraper1). Rob specialises in hand lettering and has worked with a wide range of global brands including The Golden Globes, Nike, Gap, Levi’s, Penguin, Bartle Bogle & Hegarty, Pentagram, Harper & Collins, WWF, Samsung, Sustrans, Leo Burnett, Goodtype, The Washington Post & Faucet Face.

Available in Stealth Pivotal only and limited to 150 seats worldwide.” – Federal Bikes

What do you think of the seat? Are you digging it? Do you have any questions? Let us know what you’re thinking in the comments below!

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Federal Bikes – Steven Hamilton “The Yin & The Yang”

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It’s always a good day to check out some fresh Steven Hamilton footage. Federal Bikes just dropped this 18 minute video packed with new and classic riding footage, along with plenty of stories and history along the way as a bit of a promo for his new signature frame that is dropping soon. This is a damn good watch, so hit play an enjoy!

“Steven Hamilton has had a wild journey through BMX. We sent Peter Adam over to spend some time and sit down with Steven, talk about where he started, where he is at now and revisit some classic Hamilton footage topped off with some brand new unseen riding footage.” – Federal Bikes

Federal Bikes – FTS “Lost It” Vol. 6

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Federal Bikes coming through with another look at what the crew has been getting into while working on their full-length “FTS” video! Here’s just over 9 minutes of riding, randoms, crashes and more from some time they spent filming in London! Needless to say, this is a awesome watch and we can’t wait to see the final video! Check it!

“This is “Lost it” Volume 6 in the ongoing series chronicling the progress of Federal Bikes full length “FTS” project and features riding in London from Dan Lacey, Bruno Hoffman, Anthony Perrin, Joe Jarvis, Ryan Eles and James Cunningham.” – Federal Bikes

Federal Bikes – Boyd Hilder Bike Check

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It was announced just before Simple Session that Boyd Hilder had decided to make the switch on over to the Federal Bikes team. That decision seemed to work out quite well considering he ended up winning Simple Session this year. Now, the crew over at Federal have dropped a new Bike Check with Boyd giving us a closer look at his blacked out Bruno 2 setup. You can check out a full parts list and a whole bunch of photos over on the Federal website now!

Kevin Kalkoff On Federal Bikes

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Here’s some news we didn’t see coming. It looks like Kevin Kalkoff has decided to part ways with Subrosa and The Shadow Conspiracy and is now riding for Federal Bikes! No word on what sprung the decision, but Kevin mentioned on Instagram that he’s happy to be riding for Federal, so that’s good. We will be interested to see if Kevin will be able to start filming for the new “FTS” video the Federal team have been working on for a little over a year or so now, in time to get something together for the final video. Either way, Kevin shreds so we’re excited to see what this new opportunity brings for him.

BOYD HILDER ON FEDERAL BIKES

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There hasn’t been a ton of sponsor shake ups in 2019 so far, which is probably a good thing. However, there have been a few notable ones! It was just announced that Boyd Hilder has parted ways with Volume Bikes and have joined the Federal Bikes team! It looks like the move has been good for Boyd since he took the win at Simple Session this past weekend! Expect to see plenty from Boyd in 2019!

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