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VANS “MASH” – STREET

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Vans have released Part 2 of their “MASH” videos! Last week we got a look at the VANS “MASH” – TRANSITION video, now today we get the Street section that features the Vans Europe street guys absolutely CRUSHING IT. This is over 6 minutes of hammers that you won’t want to miss. Hit that play button and enjoy!

“Today we’ve got the second of the sick two part MASH mixtape series for you courtesy of the VANS squad! Since all their team projects had to be cancelled due to covid, their riders wanted to be active and do their part as soon as they were allowed to go out and be safe again. But with very limited travel options, they all kept it local in their region (or wherever was allowed) and asked their homies to press on that red button. Rich Forne then took the footage and created two heavy mixtape MASH videos.

You’ve seen the Transition heads do their thing, now it’s time to watch what Kilian Roth, Bruno Hoffmann, Courage Adams, Anthony Perrin, Simone Barraco, Alex Donnachie and Kevin Kalkoff got up to. This goes hard as hell!” – DIG

VANS “MASH” – TRANSITION

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Now this is how you start the weekend off right! Vans dropped this brand new “MASH” mix that is over 4 minutes of transitions and trails from their squad in Europe! Sergio Layos, Paul Thoelen, Greg Illingworth, Tom Van Den Bogaard and Teresa Fernandez ALWAYS deliver, so you know this is an absolute MUST SEE. Hit play now!

“We’ve got a really sick two part mixtape series for you courtesy of the VANS squad! Since all their team projects had to be cancelled due to covid, their riders wanted to be active and do their part as soon as they were allowed to go out and be safe again. But with very limited travel options, they all kept it local in their region (or wherever was allowed) and asked their homies to press on that red button. Rich Forne then took the footage and created two heavy mixtape MASH videos. First up is MASH Transition; with Sergio Layos, Paul Thoelen, Greg Illingworth, Tom Van Den Bogaard and Teresa Fernandez.

Look out for the street mixtape next Friday right here on DIG!” – DIG

Vans X Federal Bikes Old Skool BMX Colorway

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The new Vans X Federal Bikes Old Skool BMX colorway has arrived!

Vans and Federal Bikes released their new “Speed Dial” video featuring Dan Lacey, Bruno Hoffmann and Anthony Perrin in Tenerife. They also released the new Vans X Federal Old Skool BMX shoe colorway as well! They went with a Blue Pinstripe color with black and white accents that looks real good. The shoe uses the classic Old Skool upper, and pairs it with the BMX waffle sole that is designed for proper pedal grip and to take the wear and tear from riding. To go with the shoe, there’s also a long sleeve shirt and hat to complete the kit! The shoes, shirt and hat are available through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Vans worldwide now, or direct from the Vans website! Check out more photos and details on the Vans X Federal Bikes Old Skool BMX colorway below!

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Vans X Federal Bikes “Speed Dial”

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Vans and Federal Bikes have teamed up to not only release this amazing new video featuring Dan Lacey, Bruno Hoffmann and Anthony Perrin slaying spots in Tenerife, but they also have a new Vans X Federal Old Skool Colorway that’s out now! Hit play and check out the video, then get a look at the shoes right here!

“To celebrate the Vans x Federal collection, riders Anthony Perrin, Bruno Hoffmann and Dan Lacey escaped winter with a week in the Island of Tenerife. The excursion capped a very unexpected 2020 and the much needed escape and reconnection of the team after such a long period apart inspired some heavy, creative riding. Not even the announcement that UK was about to return to lockdown, forcing the trip to be cut short could put a damper on the brief moment of collective good vibes. The shared time together reminded everyone that our family and friends are only a “Speed Dial” away.

For more info on Vans X Federal visit vans.com/bmx

Video by Richard Forne

Photography by Eisa Bakos

Music Credits:
“Speed Dial” by Oliver Lodge”

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Vans – Cauan Madona “ELO”

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Vans dropped this new banger featuring their connect down in Brazil, Cauan Madona, throwing down on cement parks and trails! Cauan throws down a bunch of heavy moves with a ton of style. Everything from the riding to the film work is on point, so hit play and take this one in! It’s a must see for sure!

“The links of a bicycle chain can be interpreted as a metaphor for the friendships and bonds that exist throughout the BMX community. Without those links, nothing moves. Friends are the inertia that drives things to happen in bike culture.

Vans Brazil’s BMX Family member, Cauan Madona, is forever linked to Felipe Corrêa, his longtime friend who is responsible for his first video part and this most recent project.
Over a year, sessions and tricks were recorded in São Paulo, São Bernardo do Campo, Amparo, Serra Negra, Jundiaí, and Rio de Janeiro.

However, they were paused because of the global pandemic and a knee injury.

Friends and family support, along with the birth of Cauan’s daughter, Lizzie, were the impulse to link back up with Felipe and continue to ride on and take BMX culture further.

Without links, the bike won’t move.
Without friends, BMX would be a lonely scene.

Music Credits:
“Olho D’Água Grande” and “1943” by BIKE” – Vans

Vans – Perris Benegas Welcome To The Family

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After being apart of the Vans flow team for a while now, it looks like she has finally been given the official bump up to the global Pro team! Here’s a short but sweet video to bring the news! We would imagine we’ll be seeing plenty more of Perris in 2021! Get stoked.

“Vans BMX is proud to announce longtime Vans family member and BMX flow rider, Perris Benegas, is now officially on board the Vans’ Global BMX team.
Perris is an inspiring force in the BMX community. Her style that has garnered recognition on a global stage. Named as Bloom BMX’s 2020 Freestyle Rider of the Year, as well as earning top honors at Vans 2019 BMX Pro Cup stops in Germany and Huntington Beach, California, Perris most recently received a signature pro frame from Cult, alongside Vans and Cult teammate Angie Marino, marking a milestone for female BMX riders everywhere.

Filmed and Edited by Dan Foley

Music Credits:
“Perris”
By Dan Foley” – VANS

Vans – Dakota Roche “Seeking Liberty”

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Dakota Roche in Philadelphia!

It’s always a good day when a new Dakota Roche video drops! Here’s his new “Seeking Liberty” video from Vans filled with a ton of amazing riding from some time he spent cruising Philadelphia after not visiting the city for 8 years! You already know everything about this is an absolute MUST SEE! After you give the video a watch, then make sure you check out Dakota’s new signature Vans Slip-On BMX kit!

“The first time Vans BMX’s Dakota Roche had the opportunity to ride Philly was 13 years ago and since then, it’s held a special place in his heart. Although Dak grew up on the west coast, he has always had a love and fascination with the style of spots on the east coast. The grittiness, character and architecture just speaks to BMXers differently than anywhere else in the world… After 8 years since Dakota’s last visit(and being cooped up for most of 2020), finally being free to rip around The City of Brotherly Love once again felt better than he could have imagined, and having the first ever Slip On BMX was the icing on the cake. Hope you enjoy the visual representation of Dak’s time spent in Philadelphia, seeking liberty.

For more on Dak’s collection go to Vans.com/BMX

Directed by Calvin Kosovich

Filmed by Calvin Kosovich & Dan Foley

Music Credits:
Song 1 – Intro by Calvin Kosovich

Song 2 – St. James & The Apostles
“Not Above, Not Below”
From the album “Black Psalms”
Ghost Imprint” – Vans

Vans – Dakota Roche Signature Slip-On BMX Shoe

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Check out the new Vans Slip-On BMX shoe in Dakota Roche’s signature colorway!

Here’s some news we’ve been getting some hints at for a little while now that we’re stoked to see is finally out! Vans have released their popular Slip-On shoe with a huge upgrade to use the BMX specific wafflecup sole! They’ve given Dakota Roche the very first signature shoe for this model and it turned out awesome. The Vans Slip-On BMX takes the look of the classic slip on, and pairs it up with the sole that was designed specifically for BMX with proper grip and durability, along with rubber toe caps for added strength and the PopCush sockliners to give you plenty of comfort. Dak’s shoe is available now in this clean Black and White color combo with an embossed logo on the top and graphics on the insole inspired by Dakota. These shoes are simple, and will be able to hold up to any session!

The shoe is available in size 3.5 all the way up to size 13 for $75.00 through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Vans, and direct from the Vans Website now!

Check out more photos and learn more below!

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