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Getting Awesome – Episode 6: NorCal BMX Concrete Tour

December 25, 2012

Ryan Nyquist and Seth Klinger got for the skatepark marathon in this new episode of Getting Awesome. Do I really need to tell you these guys brings some damn good riding to each park? Check it!

“Ryan Nyquist and Seth Klinger set out to tame three cement parks in one day throughout Northern California. The guys kick things off with a solid session in Scott’s Valley before making their way to the Jim Keeffe Skatepark in Ben Lomond, CA. Nestled up in the trees, Ryan and Seth cruise the uncrowded transitions. Finally it’s on to Menlo Park for the afternoon session. With big walls and plenty of cement, this spot is a perfect way to cap the day. Big airs, barspins, and even some doubles before dark. That’s a wrap!” – Network A

Dave Mirra BMX Basketball Hoop Trick 2004: Raw N’ Real

December 23, 2012

Network A went into the archives to take a look at Dave Mirra’s classic basketball hoop backboard wall slap in this new edition of Raw N’ Real. I still remember the first time I saw this and thought it was the most insane thing ever. I don’t think I’ve seen anyone else try this, haha. Check it.

“Dave Mirra jumps his BMX bike onto a basketball hoop. This short video is a behind the scenes look at a shoot for a Dave Mirra commercial, directed by Greg Hunt. Raw N’ Real is a new series on Network A delving into the archives for behind the scenes antics, unseen footage, old footage, and just plain old forgotten footage” – Network A

Santa & Elf Holiday Session

December 21, 2012

Crooked World caught up with Santa and one of his elves to get a warm up session before hitting the sleigh.

“Santa (Adam Banton) and his Elf (Kyle Morris) take a break from the cold and shred their BMX bikes at a sunny Arizona skatepark! Testing out Mrs. Claus’s wrap job just before the holiday, these two let loose showing stacks of presents no mercy before loading the sleigh and heading out for their long night!”

Mitch McKelvey Tears Up San Diego

December 13, 2012

Mitch McKelvey always comes through with some seriously good riding in every edit he pops up in. This new Crooked World video is packed with goodness. Enjoy!

“Mitch McKelvey has been blowing up the San Diego BMX scene this year and it’s obvious he can ride pretty much anything! Dirt, street, park you name it. Mitch runs a brakeless set up which has been working well aside from nearly getting taken out by a car at :54 Check it!”

Getting Awesome: How To Turndown with Ryan Nyquist and Seth Klinger

December 11, 2012

You ever seen Ryan Nyquist do a turndown? Me either… That was until now. Check it!

“X Games BMX gold medalist Ryan Nyquist is always on the lookout for new tricks. In this episode he turns to buddy Seth Klinger to learn the stylish Turndown. Straight from the Freedom 40 Trails in Santa Cruz, California, Seth explains the basics and how to really focus on tucking those bars right into your lap. Ryan gets the hang of it pretty quick after one crucial equipment change out. You won’t believe what was holding him back from really locking these in. Check back alternating Tuesdays for more Getting Awesome.” – Network A

GoPro – Ryan Nyquist at the Red Bull Skylines Contest

December 11, 2012

During the Red Bull Skylines contest a few weeks back, Ryan Nyquist strapped a GoPro to his junk to give you guys a first hand look at what it was like to ride those huge ramps. Check out the footage that came back in this new Network A edit.

“Red Bull recently selected 24 of the best BMX riders in the world to compete at the Red Bull Skylines event in Paris, France. With a massive custom park set up and insane Grand Palais venue, this event was one to watch! Here’s an awesome perspective from Skyline first place winner Ryan Nyquist! Captured with a GoPro mounted to his frame, watch as Ryan picks a smooth line through the course highlighting the different transitions and obstacles. Check out Ryan’s series “Getting Awesome” alternating Tuesday’s on Network A!”

Spot Check: Lake Owen Camp

December 6, 2012

This video is awesome, but sad at the same time. It’s awesome because Mike Hinkens, Jeff Dowhen, Erik Elstran and Dylan McCauley all throw down some awesome riding. It’s sad because it was announced this past week that Lake Owen was sold to new owners and they have no intention running it as an action sports camp anymore. I’m just glad I had the opportunity to spend some time up there before they shut down a place as amazing as that. RIP Lake Owen!

“Spot check on Lake Owen! Arik Elstran and his mouse-trap riding style take on this ramp Mecca in Northern Wisconsin. Along with Arik, The Milwaukee Crew toss in some hot barspins, roof rides and fakie grinds adding fuel to Arik’s obstacle-course riding. Together these guys throw down some serious original moves! Filmed by Grant Castelluzzo.” – Network A

Getting Awesome: BMX Wakeboarding

November 27, 2012

Haha, this is awesome. Ryan Nyquist keeping his “Getting Awesome” series awesome with a custom wake bike. I can’t believe this worked! Watch as they custom fabricated a BMX bike and wakeboard into one fun looking setup!

“In this episode of Getting Awesome With Ryan Nyquist, Ryan teams up with brother Shea Nyquist to create a hybrid wakeboard/BMX bike. The challenges are many, from the build itself, to getting the thing to float, riding it, then the ultimate challenge: wakebike barspins! Let’s see if Ryan can pull off this challenge. New episodes drop alternating Tuesdays! – Network A

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