The sections from the Project Spoke documentary series are being uploaded online for your viewing pleasure. This week we get a look at the Full Bloom section taking an in-depth look at Women in BMX and their experiences from getting into the sport to what it means to them. This is an awesome look at just how much things have progressed with Women in BMX and the number of riders there are now. This is a great watch, so hit play and enjoy!

“Stream the full 7-film collection on Gumroad.

Full Bloom shares the experiences of women in BMX: The pressure, the doubt, the resistance, and the incredible joy that keeps them riding.

Filming & Editing: Justin Schwanke

Featured Riders: Nina Buitrago, Jessica Ausec, Beatrice Trang, Rose Huston, Ryan Myers, Kate Davis, Sarah Lampert, Anahi Valentina, Estrella Suarez, Thalia Tenesaca, Angie Marino, Kelly Matamoros, Jesse Gregory, Melissa Buckley, Melania Salazar, Brittany Campbell, Lizsurley Villegas Serna, Queen Saray Villegas Serna, Kaci Halahan, Allie Wolfe, Sonny Moreno, Rena Shirai, Bethany Hedrick, Amanda O’neill, Brittny Nueville, Qian Zheng, Sibei Sun, Patricia Pacheco, Alexis Jorden

Filming Period: January 2020 to February 2023
Original Release Date: July 2024” – Justin Schwanke

The Project Spoke series that Justin Schwanke produced last year is starting to make its way online. The first section from the trip down to Latin America to explore the BMX scene is now online. Check out more details below, along with a Spanish version of the video at the bottom as well. Keep an eye out for more sections coming soon.

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Stream the full 7-film collection on Gumroad

BMX draws people in from across the globe, yet many voices remain unheard. “A Backpacker’s Guide to BMX in Latin America” takes viewers on an immersive trip from Ecuador to Nicaragua to uncover the community spirit that empowers Latino riders.

Filming & Editing: Justin Schwanke

Featured Riders: Anahi Valentina, Michael Mogollon, Agustin Muñoz, Estrella Suarez, Marco Calderon, Leandro Moreira, Marlon Aguayo, Marlon Freire, Ronny Toscano, Deivis Veliz, Jorge Arias Ceballos, Kevin Lopez, Kelly Matamoros, Filipo Sinchi, Carlos Ocaña, Renato Cuamacas Granizo, Daniel Mora Vera, Omar López, Brian Castillo, Kelvin Nuñez, Jean Mero, Carlos Delgado, Jorvin Cabrera, Juan Ochoa, Tommy Calderon, Kelvin Lopez, Edners Molina, Erick Diaz, Roberto Blanco, Pablo Castro, Gama Osegueda Reyes, Logan Espinoza, Carlos Rodriguez, Andy Alemán, Joel Rodriguez, Javier Duarte Chuchu, Alejandro Campos, Stew Johnson, Chris Moeller, and Brad Simms

Filming Period: January 2020 to July 2022
Original Release Date: July 2024

Prefer Spanish? Check out the version in Spanish below!
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Check out some extra footage from the Project Spoke series!

Here’s a fresh video Justin Schwanke sent through from the Project Spoke series he released last year. This is a huge mix of riders from all over, since there were a ton of miles logged to make the series. This might be unused footage, but there’s still a ton of great riding to enjoy. Take a look!

“Loose Spokes is a collection of unused riding footage from the Project Spoke film series.

RIDERS (in order of appearance): Steve Woodward, Kole Voelker, Justin Schwanke, Michael Jimenez, Justin Wilgus, Nina Buitrago, Marco Calderon, Marlon Aguayo, Anahi Valentina, Marlon Freire, Agustin Muñoz, Carlos Delgado, Ronny Toscano, Anthony Lara, Javier Duarte Chuchu, Henry Pavon, Joel Rodriguez, Gama Osegueda Reyes, Hunter Havenor, Brad Simms, Patrick Laughlin (Big Daddy)

FILMING & EDITING: Justin Schwanke
ADDITIONAL FILMING: Paddy Gross, Agustin Muñoz, Marco Calderon, Steve Woodward, Michael Jimenez, Justin Wilgus

LOCATIONS: Ecuador, Nicaragua, United States, Canada

MUSIC: Open Eyes – Defender” – Justin Schwanke