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Unclicked Podcast – Jeff Zielinski

December 10, 2024

Jeff Z. sits down for an interview on the Unclicked Podcast!

The latest round of the Unclicked Podcast has arrived. This time around they have the one and only Jeff Z. A.K.A Jeff Zielinski on to talk about his story from how he got into BMX into his long career as a photographer and filmer in BMX, his time at Ride BMX to his current role at GT Bicycles and so much more. This one is over 3 hours long, so you know they covered a TON in that time.

“Can you believe it? We have the legend himself in the Unclicked Studio today. Jeff Zielinski! If you don’t know, Jeff has been instrumental in documenting BMX for the last few decades. Jeff can teach a masterclass in BMX photography and has the catalog to back it up. Hit play and get the whole rundown of Jeff’s career, From the Early days of shooting photos for Ride BMX to his current role as the GT BMX Team Manager / Content creator. Often confused with Ryan Fudger, It’s great to see them in the same room in this 3+ hr episode of the Unclicked Podcast.

0:00 – Jeff Z! Not Ryan F
26:00 – Film Era
1:05:00 – Ride BMX
1:21:00 – Questions
2:00:00 – Online
2:27:00 – GT Bikes
2:39:00 – Passion
2:57:00 – Hotline” – Our BMX

GT – Bethany Hedrick “On The Grind”

August 3, 2024

GT dropped a new Bethany Hedrick video!

Now here’s one to get stoked on. GT dropped a new Bethany Hedrick video packed with a super good mix of riding and spots where she put her deep bag of tricks to good use over the past year. Don’t pass this one up!

“Bethany Hedrick has been on the grind pushing herself for her first video part! Bethany and Jeff Z have been putting in work on this new GT BMX piece for about a year. Bethany’s bag of tricks is deep and it’s only getting deeper as she progresses and dials in her riding, If you’re not familiar with Bethany, now is your chance. Head over to the play button and enjoy” – GT

“Working with Bethany Hedrick on her first official video part has been an absolute pleasure. Witnessing her rapid progression first-hand has been nothing short of amazing. But the friendship we’ve built along the way is by far the greatest takeaway for me. As if it isn’t already totally obvious, Bethany’s BMX future is bright. It’s time to shine!” — Jeff Zielinski

Film / Edit / Thumb photo: Jeff Zielinski: / jeffzphoto

GT – “Can You Film This?” Street Mix

April 28, 2023

GT uploaded the street mix from their “Can You Film This?” video!

GT Bicycles keeping the sections from their “Can You Film This?” video online for your viewing pleasure. Here’s the Street Mix filled with plenty of gems from the TM, Jeff Z. and some of their AM squad guys! No shortage of grinds to enjoy. After you check that out, you can watch the full “Can You Film This?” video here! Check it!

“Jeff Zielinski, Brendan Mulrooney, Sullyvan Guaincetre, and Omar Rios getting busy in the streets.

CYFT highlights GT’s up and coming generation of riders. Initially a project to not let the typically bro-cam footage that was stacking up go to waste from those “Hey dude, Can You Film This?” moments. In time, the project gained momentum and evolved into a full-length we couldn’t be more proud of. After initially premiering CYFT on OurBMX.com, we’re now releasing the individual sections here.” – GT Bicycles

Julian Molina – Unclicked Podcast

October 25, 2022

Julian Molina sits down for an interview on the Unclicked Podcast!

The latest episode of the Unclicked Podcast has arrived! This time around Julian Molina, along with Jeff Z. sit down for an interview with Dennis Enarson and Ryan Fudger! This is a super good chance to get to know Julian a little better from how he got into BMX all the way up to what he has going on right now. Hit play and give this a listen because Julian always delivers!

“We have the always-inspiring Julian Molina on the podcast today. Despite losing his leg at a young age, Julian has pushed himself to become the amazing BMX rider and human he is today. Hit play and learn something new about the man himself.

0:00 – Intro Julian and Jeff Z / New Podcast sponsor?
2:45 – Recent big bowl crash / Crashing
8:35 – How Julian lost his leg
18:05 – Julian’s first bike
25:05 – Getting a prostatic
41:30 – Defining moment / red bull Event / X Games Real BMX
50:15 – Learning tailwhips
1:03:00 – Family life / BMX life
1:12:15 – Getting on GT BMX
1:13:30 – First trip to the U.S / Learning English
1:24:45- Stew Johnson, Master Two
1:33:10 – Buying a farm
1:41:30 – GT BMX CYFT Premiere / Hanging out in CA
1:46:00 – Future Plans
1:57:00 – Wrap up / Make sure to follow Julian’s Jewelry account @julians_jewelry7 on IG” – Our BMX

Jeff Z. Named GT BMX Freestyle Team Manager

August 14, 2019

GT Bicycles hit us with some news this morning that Jeff Z. has been named the new Team Manager for the GT BMX Freestyle program! As many of you probably noticed over the past few years that Jeff has been very involved with the brand tagging along on trips and shooting photos for the team, product and brand as a whole, so this was a natural progression that makes a ton of sense. Ben Ward has been juggling the team, along with the whole BMX product line and more, so we can only imagine how good things will be with Jeff and Ben working together to keep growing the GT BMX program. Below is the official press release to bring the news!

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Imprimatur BMX Podcast – Jeff Zielinski

April 28, 2019

Mike Hinkens hit us with a link to the latest Imprimatur BMX podcast. This time around he caught up with Jeff Zielinski”>Jeff Zielinski to talk about riding, photography, working at Ride BMX, street riding and more. This was definitely filmed before Ride was shut down since there wasn’t any mention of Our BMX so I’d imagine Jeff might have a few other things and perspectives on a few things, but otherwise this is a real good listen. Hit play and take it all in!

“In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens sits down with renowned BMX filmer, photographer, and rider Jeff Zielinski for an in-depth discussion of multiple topics, including: longevity in BMX, the origins and development of the East Coast street style, the tension between ramp and street as well as tech and gnarly, and the illegality of street riding as a whole.” – Imprimatur BMX

In The Volvo – Denim Cox

July 27, 2018

Denim Cox takes a ride in Jeff Z.’s Volvo!

It’s time to take a ride in the Volvo with Jeff Z.. This time around he catches up with BSD‘s Denim Cox to take a look at where he’s living, what he’s been up to from riding and traveling, talking about things he likes to build, filming, getting on BSD and much more. Take a look!

“Ride’s Jeff Zielinski has been producing content out of his tried and true vintage Volvo for years. You never know who he may be rolling with and it was only a matter of time before we got a camera in there. For our latest episode Jeff met up with Denim Cox in Huntington Beach. Denim went right to work handling business at a few local spots and then showed us his insane ender from Monster Mash before they headed out of town to hit more spots and have plenty of conversations along the way.” – Ride BMX

In The Volvo – Grant Castelluzzo

July 13, 2018

Grant Castelluzzo hops in Jeff Z.’s Volvo for an interview and some riding…

It’s that time again to take a ride in Jeff Z.‘s Volvo to get to know a rider. This time around he picks up Grant Castelluzzo to cruise around and check out a few spots, while Grant answers a bunch of questions from moving back to California, working for Wethepeople, riding for Madera and a bunch more. This is an interesting, laid back kind of interview, and it’s worth a watch. Take a peek!

“Ride’s Jeff Zielinski has been producing content out of his tried and true vintage Volvo for years. You never know who he may be rolling with and it was only a matter of time before we got a camera in there. For episode two of In The Volvo Grant Castelluzzo hops in for a day of driving around Long Beach checking out spots and discussing Grant’s Midwest BMX roots, his new role as the WeThePeople team manager, what it’s like filming with the WTP and Madera teams, and more…” – Ride BMX