Today, etnies proudly welcomes X Games Real BMX medalist DeMarcus Paul to the pro team! Joining the ranks of Nathan Williams, Tom Dugan, Chase Hawk, Jordan Godwin, Devon Smillie and Felix Prangenberg, DeMarcus will fit right in with the etnies’ squad.
Originally from Albany, Georgia, DeMarcus’ natural street style speaks for itself as he is known to lay down hammers with a casual approach and humble demeanor. In addition to his 2017 medal in X Games Real BMX, DeMarcus landed the coveted ender of the 2015 Volume 1 BMX film and the 2018 Our BMX “Headlights” video.
Name: Birken Kirk
Age: 20
Hometown: Invermere BC, Living in Calgary AB currently
Hook-ups/Sponsors: @403crew!
The FAT favorite list:
-Spot to ride: Cke skatepark (Calgary AB)
-BMX video: Ky Brisebois “One of them” forsure!
-Web video: Any Devon Smillie part!
-Food: Pizza
-Person on Instagram: My lil brother! @solomonkirk_
-Travel destination: Vancouver BC
-Riders to ride with: My guy Connor Campbell
-Car: Kia Soul baby!
-Movie: Taladega Nights or Step Brothers
-Colour: yellow or orange
-Shoes: New Balance 425s
All killer, no filler in this fresh one from Wethepeople's Canadian fam, Nick Halisheff. Nick has a heap of strings to his bow, and he makes it look damn good while doing it. Look out for something extra special from this guy soon. More 180 x-ups please!
Dylan Hessey Bike Check.
We kind of cut filming short on this one, but I think Matt made his point. Even as a full-time husband, father of two, and local pastor he can still "Keep it Street." A lot of fun filming this one. Enjoy.
What Next...? BMX DVD. This was the 2nd official BMX DVD I released on Halloween 2009.
We dusted off the archives and put together this mix of "Lost & Found" Garrett Reynolds footage. When you've been ahead of the game as long as Garrett, your footage holds its value, being just as relevant today as it was back in 2010 - 2012. Some of the very first Cinema team trips through SoCal, Phoenix and Tulsa, filmed and edited by Will Stroud.
Unsung BMX DVD. Unsung.adg Not celebrated; unknown. This was the first official BMX DVD I released at the end of 2007. Unsung sold over 1000 copies worldwide and was stocked in all core bike shops. 26 stockists to be precise as well as successful sales on ebay.
Running a BMX Shop during the pandemic: Kegel's Bicycle Store (USA)
Shop name: Kegel's Bicycle Store
Location: Rockford, IL. USA
Years in business: I have records that start in 1927 so that is what I go by, but we are also related to the world's oldest Harley Davidson dealership and they are over 100 years old. I have owned it since 1997.
What were your first thoughts on Covid-19 when it hit?
Robb Sinks: The first three weeks of C19 we were very slow, then the weather warmed up and it was unbelievably busy.
Did you take any action from the start or were you thinking this would be over in a few weeks?
Robb Sinks: I watched the news and and it was a moving target, so we just rolled with the punches.
Now, being in this situation for many months, how did you manage to keep your business rolling?
Robb Sinks: I am constantly on the phone and computer checking back orders, looking for parts/bikes securing as much product as possible for this season. It is going to be a hard year product wise, so I am being as proactive now as possible.
The supply chain has also suffered. Has it been a challenge getting the bikes/product in stock
Name: Antonio Chavez
Age: 22
Hometown: Chandler, Arizona
Hook-ups/Sponsors: Primo BMX/ fiend BMX / All day BMX shop / Shreddy
---The FAT favorite list---
-Spot to ride: Any skatepark in San Diego
-BMX video: Deadline
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.