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Game of BIKE Invitational 2026 – Colin Varanyak VS Johnny Raekes

March 20, 2026

“It’s our favorite day of the week yet again! Game 6 Round 1 – The Game of Bike Invitational!

This one got a bit controversial! BMX-Technicians, Colin Varanyak and Johnny Raekes immediately let loose switch everything on the Game of Bike course and don’t shy away from the 17 either.

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RULES TO THE GAME
Objective of the game – give letters to your opponent by setting tricks that they are unable to duplicate.

First Rider to spell BIKE Loses.

Control of the trick – control of “setting the trick” will alternate between riders.

Setting the trick – for a rider to “set a trick”, the trick must be landed clean. No pedal slips, foot downs, or correction hops.

Matching a trick – sketch within reason is OK. small correction hop is OK. foot flip is OK with NO foot touching the ground.

Canceled trick – Each rider gets to cancel out one of their opponent’s tricks.

Phone a friend – Each rider gets one chance per game to request an alternate rider attempt to match the set trick.

A caddy in your corner – IS RIDER IS ALLOWED ONE PERSON TO ACT AS CADDY AND ADVISE and assist on strategy throughout the game

Last letter – A RDIER who is on their last letter gets two chances to match their opponents trick.

FILMED BY:
Joey Cobbs
Mike Mastroni
Johnny Garrett
Calvin Kosovich

Edited by: Joey Cobbs” – Dennis Enarson

Stranger X Primo – Rich People Coffee

January 28, 2026

The Stranger and Primo teams spent some time cruising L.A. for this new one.

The new era of Stranger and Primo is underway, and so far they’ve been doing real good things with the team bringing back Dylan Stark and Markell Jones, and now it looks like Johnny Raekes is on the team to add to the stacked crew as well. Hit play to check out this team mix featuring the crew going to work on Los Angeles street spots with riding from Connor Keating, Joji Mizogaki, Mikey Tyra, Linwood “Bosshog” Monk, Binky, Markell Jones, Johnny Raekes, Daniel Martinez, Lilcheez, Ryan Mills and Antonio Chavez throwing down. This is just the start, so we can only imagine they will be bringing the heat in 2026.

“Rich People Coffee — Street Mix (Stranger x Primo)
We spent nine days in Los Angeles, California, hitting the streets with the Stranger and Primo teams to capture footage for Rich People Coffee. This street mix showcases raw riding, heavy spots, and the energy that defines both brands moving into 2026.

Filmed and edited by Nate Richter, the project reflects the culture, style, and progression of Stranger and Primo BMX—built from the streets up.” – Stranger,/a>

Johnny Raekes “No Love” Section

December 31, 2025

Johnny Raekes’ section from the Fiend “No Love” video is now online.

A few weeks back it was announced that Johnny Raekes had made the decision to part ways with Fiend, and that news definitely caught people off guard. The Unclicked Podcast covered the news and a factor in that decision was that Johnny wasn’t happy with his footage being stuck behind a paywall – in reference to the Fiend “No Love” video being $4.99 to download. Well, Johnny won that battle because he has uploaded his full “No Love” section online for everyone to enjoy on his personal Youtube channel for free. We don’t need to tell you that this section is an absolute BANGER and an absolute MUST SEE, so get on that play button and enjoy all 7 minutes of heat.

You can still buy the “No Love” video for $4.99 over on the Fiend Website if you would like to see the rest of the video since it is all amazing.

“Johnny Raekes’s part in the new “No Love” video. 8 years in the making, and nearly 6 months hidden behind a paywall, the gatekeeping is over.” – Johnny Raekes

Odyssey “On Lock” – Full Video

December 12, 2025

Odyssey have released their full “On Lock” video online for your viewing pleasure!

You better believe with 40 years of experience, Odyssey knows how to produce some damn good BMX bike parts. They also know how to produce one hell of a BMX video. Here’s their new full-length “On Lock” video that is now online for your viewing pleasure! Check out 55 minutes of riding from Dennis Enarson, Boyd Hilder, Murray Loubser, Matt Nordstrom, Jacob Cable, Broc Raiford, Gary Young, Johnny Raekes, Mikey Andrew, Corey Walsh, Perris Benegas, Preston Okert, Aryei Levenson, the AM and flow squads, along with a few appearances from the Legends like Mike Aitken. You already know this is an absolute MUST SEE, so get on that play button!

“Odyssey is proud to present ON LOCK; the newest full-length video in our 40 Year Odyssey. Coming in over 55-minutes, ON LOCK features the current crew along with some surprises. We hope you enjoy this freestyle medley.

Video by Zach Krejmas
Cover Photo by Scott Marceau
Title Art / Animation by Dave Fortman” – Odyssey BMX

Vans X Odyssey – Proof of Biking

October 10, 2025

Vans and Odyssey’s team riders putting in the work!

Last week we got a look at the Odyssey X Vans 40th Anniversary Collection, now we get a kickass video featuring the Vans and Odyssey team riders out cruising parks, street spots. You already know with a squad like this, the riding is amazing and the video is an absolute must see! Get on that play button to check it out now!

“Vans BMX and Odyssey are proud to introduce PROOF OF BIKING, the latest video featuring our shared crew of riders in honor of our latest collaboration.

Celebrating Odyssey’s 40-Year Anniversary, this video highlights the all-new Vans PROOF model and BMX SLIP-ON from the Vans x Odyssey collection throughout. We’d say that Dennis Enarson, Perris Benegas, Boyd Hilder, Murray Loubser, Gary Young, Johnny Raekes, Santi Laverde, Linda Grabner and Teresa Fernández-Miranda put them to good use.

Video by: Calvin Kosovich

Additional Filming: Will Chappell, Felix Prangenberg, Rafael Black.

Music Credits:
“Letter To Myself” by Observer Drift

“It’s A Sin To Go Away” by We All Together” – Vans

BSD X Empire BMX Shop Stop

February 26, 2025

BSD and Empire BMX teamed up for a jam in Austin, Texas.

Whenever BSD or Empire throw a jam, you know it’s going to be a good time. So you can only imagine what happened when they teamed up for a full day of riding and good times around Austin, Texas. Hit play for a look at what went down.

“Ride along with the BSD and Empire squads as they join forces in Austin, TX for a good ol’ sesh with the locals, and the chance to win Trent Lutzke’s bike which was up for grabs at the end of the day. Featuring: Tam Roulston, Reed Stark, Grant Yoobie, Denim Cox, Curly Mayne, Brett Silva, Logan Penberg, Matt Nordstrom, Jared Duncan, Johnny Raekes, and way more. Keep your eyes peeled for some legendary spots too. What a day!

Video by Trent Lutzke” – DIG

Odyssey BMX – Shuffle

February 21, 2025

Check out Odyssey’s new team mix!

Whenever Odyssey releases a new edit, you know it’s going to be a banger. Here’s their latest team mix with footage featuring the whole squad going to work on spots all over the place. This has a huge mix of spots and riding styles, making for a great watch from start to finish. Check it!

“SHUFFLE through some sessions over the past year with the Odyssey crew. This collection of footage was captured during filming missions in California, Washington, Nevada, Texas, and South Africa. NOW PLAYING on odysseybmx.com.

In Order of Appearance: Preston Okert, Aryei Levenson, Murray Loubser, Corey Walsh, Gary Young, Santi Laverde, Boyd Hilder, Mikey Andrew, Devin Burks, Hilario Olivos, Johnny Raekes, Justin Spriet, John Nelson, Jacob Cable, Takato Ueda, Dennis Enarson, Matt Nordstrom, Perris Benegas, and Bethany Hedrick.

Video by Zach Krejmas
Title Art / Animation by Dave Fortman
Additional Filming by Phoenix Jurgens, Blake Peters, Scott Marceau, Rich Forne” – Odyssey

Odyssey – Johnny Raekes 2024 Bike Check

November 21, 2024

Check out Johnny Raekes’ current setup!

Curious what Johnny Raekes is running for a setup these days? Odyssey caught up with Johnny to check out his current Fiend setup decked out with Odyssey parts. Hit play to get the full run down from top to bottom.

“Johnny Raekes sits down and runs through his Fiend x Odyssey setup. Johnny gives a ton of detail on what he rides and why, like his extra short ODSY Calibur cranks and Nordstrom stem. Raekes has also been riding the yet to be released, BIG BOYD RIMS. Watch the video for a closer look and to see what he has to say about his setup.

Video by Zach Krejmas” – Odyssey