Here’s one I’ve been waiting for, for a while now! Check out Brian Kachinsky’s MUST SEE welcome to Vans video! Soooo many insanely good clips in this!
Music: “Why Aren’t I Home” by Athletics
Orange Juice X Vans – Malaga 2014
The Orange Juice crew teamed up with Vans once again for a trip. This time around the crew headed to Malaga where they found nothing but amazing spots, sunshine and some dialed riding. Take a peek!
“After the success of last years trip to Barcelona both Orange Juice and Vans Benelux decided it was time for another one. This time they invited Thijs Vervaeck, Kenzo de Witte, Mark Vos, Jorn Tuijnman and Roy van Kempen on a 9-day trip to Malaga, Spain. They met up with Malaga locals Ruben Alcantara, Fernando and Antonio Laczko who showed them all the crazy spots that Malaga has to offer. Syo van Vliet came with them and shot some great photographs.
This film was made by by Tom Lammerse in collaboration with Daan van Citters.” – Tom Lammerse
Threads Vol. 4
It’s that time of the week again where we head over to Bikeguide and take a look at what the guys are getting into over there! This week we’ve picked out two fresh threads that are getting pretty interesting and are worth checking out!
The CULT X VANS TYRE thread has everyone talking about their thoughts on the soon to be released tire that Cult is working on with Vans and their legendary waffle pattern. Definitely interesting to see what everyones thoughts are!
Thread: CULT X VANS TYRE
Next up we have a thread that I never expected to stumble upon… Storm Trooper BMX. The photo is pretty self-explanatory, but believe it or not there are a bunch more photos surfacing like this that are pretty hilarious. If you’re into Star Wars or just looking for a laugh. Take a look at this thread because it can only get weirder from here on.
Thread: STORM TROOPER BMX
That wraps up this weeks round of Threads! Head over to Bikeguide.org and check out all of the threads on the board! I can guarantee you will find something that catches your eye!
The First BMX Session at the Vans Huntington Beach Park
The new Vans park in Huntington Beach only allows BMX on Wednesdays. Yesterday was the first day and it looks like plenty of people took advantage of the opportunity to ride this brand new setup. Check out some of the action that went down in this video from Ride BMX!
“The Vans park in Huntington Beach had its grand opening this Saturday, but today marked the first BMX session at the straight up magical park. As expected the session was packed with the likes of Rob Darden, Broc Raiford, Sean Ricany, Dylan Stark, and more…check out the highlights.
Film/edit: Cameron Muilenberg”
Vans Europe – Anthony Perrin Welcome Edit
Anthony Perrin has been doing it for Vans for a while now… But he was recently given the bump up to the Vans Europe Pro team for obvious reasons! Watch this welcome edit filled with gold!
“It’s been unofficial since January 2014, but we’re pleased to finally announce a new addition to the Vans Family, as we welcome French rider Anthony Perrin to the EMEA BMX Team.
Anthony was first signed to Vans on a local level, joining the French team in 2012, although with his potential, it was only a matter of time before he stepped up and joined the ranks of the EMEA riders.
EMEA BMX TM Andy Zeiss says:”We are super happy to have Anto in the European Team now. When we started flowing him in 2012, you could already see that the guy has what it takes to make it.”
Anthony joins 11 other riders, including names like Bruno Hoffmann, Dan Lacey and Harry Main. All are welcoming him with open arms, completing the dozen.
Music: “The Dirt The Blood The Faith” by New London Fire
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Sneak Peek: Cult X Vans Tire
Here’s a little gem we spotted over on The Merged! The Cult X Vans collaboration tire we’ve been hearing about is due out in May! Check out another photo and more details right here!
Vans Skatepark – Huntington Beach
Here’s a look at the Vans skatepark in Huntington Beach, California that just opened up over the weekend! This place looks amazing. The only downside is bikes are only allowed there on Wednesdays. Plan accordingly if you want to get a session in there.
“MUSIC: “Prayed for you”
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Vans Brings Live BMX Shows To SXSW
It’s that time of the year again for the SXSW music festival to hit Austin, Texas. This year, Vans will be bringing a few of their team riders to the Vans Village to do some live demos March 12th-15th! If you’re planning on being there, check out the full details below!
“Vans is thrilled to bring live BMX action to the SXSW Music Festival for the first time as part of the new Vans Village built exclusively for SXSW. Located on the corner of 7th and Red River, the Vans Village at SXSW will host the top BMX riders from the Vans team, including Scotty Cranmer, Gary Young, Dakota Roche, Daniel Sandoval, Kevin Peraza and Austin local Sean Sexton for four exciting days of BMX exhibition March 12-15. Each day will feature three demos on a custom-built ramp stationed front and center in the Vans Village along with signings and giveaways open to the public throughout the afternoon.
March 12 – 15 Daily BMX Schedule
Three Demos per day
Athlete practice starts at noon
Demos: 1:00pm // 4:00pm // 8:00pm
Signings: 1:30pm // 4:30pm // 8:30pm
Arriving at SXSW for the first time this year, the Vans Village will host a range of events March 11-15 transforming the parking lot on the corner of 7th and Red River to include a competitive BMX ramp, a full-service pop-up shop, a special truth® activation and live art exhibitions by Vans’ artists Jay Howell, Rich Jacobs, Zio Ziegler, Russ Pope and Smithe. The Vans Village will also be showcasing local talent with Open Mic sessions. The 20 minute sets will run live from 1:30pm-4pm and 7:00-10pm daily and will feature all genres of music.
Just down the street from the Vans Village, Vans presents the return of the House of Vans at the Mohawk to the SXSW Music Festival, featuring the world’s best emerging bands and iconic talent for five days and nights at one of Austin’s most beloved music venues – the Mohawk. With afternoon and evening shows daily – curated in partnership with Pitchfork, SpinMedia (SPIN, Stereogum and VIBE), A$AP Mob, The Windish Agency, ATC and Flosstradamus – music fans can expect to experience a range of acts from classic punk to indie rock, gritty hip-hop, melodic dream pop, metal and everything in between. For more information, set times and updates, continue to visit vans.com/sxsw.
All are welcome to House of Vans at the Mohawk parties. Each daytime party is FREE and open to the public with entrance priority given to SXSW badge-holders. For evening showcases, SXSW badge-holders have priority access followed by general admission ticketed guests. There is no official House of Vans RSVP and RSVP through presenters does not guarantee admittance. Please arrive early.
House of Vans at the Mohawk, an official SXSW venue, is made possible in part by truth®, the nation’s largest youth smoking prevention campaign.
For updates and music news, visit vans.com/sxsw.“