Mike Hinkens Archives

Imprimatur BMX – Jon “Gremlin” Bechtold

The latest Imprimatur BMX Podcast has arrived. This time around Mike Hinkens caught up with Jon “Gremlin” Bechtold to talk about everything from when he got into riding to starting The Daily Grind, filming, traveling, what he gets into outside of BMX from being a dad to construction work he does, talking about his perspective on being straight edge and more. Jon has been crushing it for a long time now, and it’s rad to get to know his story a little better!

“In this edition of the ImprimaturBMX Podcast Mike Hinkens sat down with Jon “Gremlin” Bechtold of Daily Grind and had a quick conversation about the life of an “average” life-long BMXer, running a small BMX brand, and the Straight Edge lifestyle (both on its own and in connection to BMX culture).” – Mike Hinkens

Imprimatur BMX – Steve Caro And The Story Of The Life Of A BMX Brand

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The latest round of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast has arrived. This time around Mike Hinkens caught up with SCg Shoes owner Steve Caro to talk about his history in BMX, along with what it takes to run a BMX shoe brand. This is a real interesting listen, especially if you’re into the business side of BMX. Hit play and take it all in!

“In this edition of the ImprimaturBMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with Steve Caro of SCG Shoes about living and riding in Greenville, North Carolina during the golden era of “Pro Town,” as well as his personal history and how it ties into the complex reality of running a shoe company in BMX.”

“It’s time to break a taboo in BMX. Let’s talk about feelings.” – Richard Mungall

Imprimatur Podcast – Rich Hirsch

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It’s that time again for another round of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast. This time around Mike Hinkens caught up with Rich Hirsch to talk about BMX with more focus on the marketing and business side of things that makes for a real interesting listen if you’re interested in that side of BMX. Rich has done it all over the years, so it’s pretty interesting to get his perspective on things!

“In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens spends some time talking with long time BMX industry insider and general creative mind, Rich Hirsch. Through a discussion of his experiences with video production, being a pro rider, being an art director, managing multiple teams and brands, and much more over the last twenty years, they discuss a multitude of topics including: the role companies play in modern BMX, the detriment of our racing roots, advertising through social media influencers, the ups and downs of Lotek and Stranger, authenticity in BMX, and much more.

Pic attached and shot by @philbrahh” – Mike Hinkens

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Chase DeHart – Imprimatur Podcast

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The latest round of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast has arrived. This time around Mike Hinkens caught up with Chase DeHart to get to know him a little better from a side many people don’t see much, along with his perspective on BMX and more. This is a real good listen, so hit play and take it all in.

“In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with OG style-boss Chase Dehart about growing up quickly and differently through a life spent riding while on the road. From mental health challenges and leaving school at an early age to being a parent and a professional BMX rider in this strange new era, Chase shares his perspectives on impact, being genuine, his BMX family, and much more.” – Imprimatur BMX

Madera Memo – Team Remix

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The Madera team coming through with a raw cut of footage from some of the sessions they have been getting in as of late, presumably while working on their new DVD project. Hit play to check out just under 2 minutes of raw footage filled with plenty of grinds and more!

“A quick raw cut of the Madera team featuring a few clips from here and there.

Featuring: Jake Seeley, Erik Elstran, Grant Castelluzzo, Dan Kruk, Dylan McCauley, Mike Hinkens, Taylor Thompson, Jesse Romano, and Mike Stahl.

Filmed by: Grant Castelluzzo and Mike Hinkens” – Madera

Imprimatur BMX Podcast – Nick Ferreira and Challenger BMX Mag

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The latest round of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast has arrived. This time around Mike Hinkens caught up with Nick Ferreira to discuss BMX as a whole and the media side of things with his unique perspective of doing the Challenger Mag. As always, this leads to a pretty deep conversation about some interesting topics you might not consider or know much about, so hit play and take it all in. You’ll be glad you did.

“In this edition of the Imprimatur BMX Podcast, Mike Hinkens talks with Nick Ferreira of Challenger BMX Mag. Amidst explaining what the publication is, why it was started, how it gets made, and who helps with that process, they discuss broader topics such as the larger BMX media landscape, seriousness, intentionality, and mockery in BMX, and the creation of various levels of media for diverse BMXers.” – Imprimatur BMX

Imprimatur BMX Podcast – Jeff Zielinski

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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

Drop The Pin – Madera BMX In South Los Angeles

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It has been a while since we’ve seen a Drop The Pin video, but the Our BMX guys are starting to kick it back off. This time around we get a look at what some of the Madera BMX team got into while cruising a random area in South Los Angeles. Needless to say, they were able to find a few sweet spots and stack some clips! Take a peek!

“Madera’s Mike Hinkens, Grant Castelluzzo, Mike Stahl, Jesse Romano, and Isaiah Johnson Drop The Pin on an unincorporated neighborhood in South Los Angeles. While Our’s Jeff Zielinski hobbles around in a walking boot trying to film it all.

Music:
“6&5”
Vasudeva” – Our BMX