This summer the world’s most anticipated BMX event Simple Session will for the first time ever travel down south during the sunny Nordic summer to the very heart of the spectacular city of Riga, capital of Latvia. The best BMX PARK riders from around the world will go head to head on a massive outdoor course on the city’s legendary Freedom Monument bridge. This will be the summer to remember. Date to mark on your calendars – August 26! Free admission!
With 17-years of history under it’s belt the Simple Session has grown into one of the most prestigious and international action sports contests in the world. Besides the notorious winter-season BMX+SKATE event series, Simple Session has hosted its BMX Park contests during the summer in the very heart of Estonia’s capital Tallinn and Finland's capital Helsinki. Now it’s time for Riga!
Simple Summer Session 2017 is part of Estonia 100 program.
Promax Components, which is distributed globally by Quality Bicycle Products, is proud to announce the recent signing of Alise Post as a sponsored rider for 2017 and beyond. Post is a 2016 Olympic silver medalist, the reigning #1 USA BMX women’s pro, and a multi-time national champion.
“I am really happy to announce partnership with Promax for the first time ever. For me, it’s always about developing relationships and representing brands that truly support me and want to do more for the sport, so I’m grateful that they’ve acknowledged my successes and chosen me to be the face of their brand,” says Post.
Following the conclusion of the Aspen and Norway events, the World of X Games content slowly transitions focus onto the summer sports and athletes with a mix of winter and summer content. The month of April features two athlete-focused projects, beginning with skier Tom Wallisch’s latest project and followed by an in-depth look into the life and career of BMX rider Kyle Baldock. World of X Games will also feature coverage from the start of the 2017 World Surf League season.
Kyle Baldock Project
Airs: 4/22 at 3 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT on ABC
The Kyle Baldock Project provides fans an in-depth look at the life of the five-time X Games gold
I've kept my mouth shut about this sponsor, But this video will be the announcement of NEW SPONSORSHIP with FIST gloves. I took a quick flight from Queensland to Tasmania to start work on my new signature glove. Meet the man behind all the hard work SAM MOORE and ride with the locals at EC skatepark and even had a quick MT bike session.. You will see me in Tazzie a lot more in the near future. Thanks Sam and Fist for there amazing trip.
Vans celebrates its long-lasting BMX heritage with the debut of the Style 112 Pro in team rider Dakota Roche’s signature colorway. Available now, the Style 112 Pro is built with proven Vans UltraCush technology to fit the demands of BMX’s heaviest street rider, Dakota Roche. Dakota Roche’s signature Style 112 Pro is featured in the Vans California Native Collection, designed in black suede and a contrasting burnt olive Sidestripe. Built with Vans’ original waffle outsole and Duracap reinforced uppers, this silhouette delivers unrivaled durability and a firm no-slip grip. The Style 112 Pro was inspired by feedback from the Vans BMX team, employing Vans Vulc Lite construction and UltraCush HD sockliners to keep the foot close to the pedal while providing the highest level of impact cushioning needed for Dak’s unforgiving riding style.
Adrenaline couple Barry Nobles & Caroline Buchanan are on a thrill seeking action packed adventure. With their competitive natures, need for speed, enthusiasm and sense of fun, the power couple are living the ride of their lives. Balancing standing on top of the worlds most competitive BMX and mountain bike podiums and defending world titles, they are always making life interesting and pushing the adrenaline boundaries! Their two wheel journey has some horsepower to it too as they travel iconic roads riding Harley Davidsons.
Watch as their extreme lifestyles showcase overcoming fears, pushing their bodies and abilities on two wheels, traveling to the worlds tourism hot spots and having fun filled action packed adventures off the beaten trail!
“2017 for us is all about #LivingTheRide and dominating against the world riding everything 2 wheels!”
Sign up for the Vans BMX Pro Cup in Malaga. Limited spots available.
Event Dates: May 5-7, 2017
Venue: Skatepark Malaga Ruben Alcantara Malaga, Spain
Participants: Up to 80 riders total (men and women)
If 5 or more women are confirmed, they will ride in their own heat in the Regional Qualifier semi-final
Age: 16 years + (Minors must have a parent or guardian complete registration on-site)
Entry Fee: $50 US (Paid at event registration, cash only)
Course: Concrete park
– Helmets are required for all practices and competitions
– 20″ BMX bikes only
– RQ registration is open to riders from all countries
Regional Qualifiers (RQ): Cash and prizes to the top 10
– Top 10 Regional Qualifiers advance to the Vans BMX Pro Cup Spain Semi-Final
– Top 3 Regional Qualifiers also earn an invite to the Vans BMX Pro Cup World Championship at the Vans US Open in Huntington Beach, CA
• RQ 1st place – Flight/Hotel for Vans US Open, $1000 US
• RQ 2nd place – Hotel for Vans US Open, $600 US
• RQ 3rd place – Hotel for Vans US Open, $400 US
In association with Skateland, Soulcycle BMX Shop organises the ‘SOULCYCLE X SKATELAND - APRIL FOOL’S DAY BMX JAM’ as a promotion kick off for the Urban Sports Week Amsterdam 2017. During the day there will be best trick contests in jam format for kids and amateurs! There will be a “Nail The Rail” contest for the PRO riders! The complete setup includes a handrail, banks, downledges and more! *DJ KING KOEN will play some sick tunes during the “Nail The Rail” jam!
With the April Fool’s Day BMX Jam we want to include the whole BMX scene! Whether you are a little shredder or an old one, a beginner or an advanced rider, there will be a best trick contest for your level and age! Besides that we want to involve new people into BMX and show them what BMX is all about! Fun, good times, going crazy and SHRED YOUR BIKE! Don’t miss this jam because going to be OFF THE HOOK!
Do you want to join the SOULCYCLE X SKATELAND - APRIL FOOL’S BMX JAM? Sign up here:
Celebrating the X Games debut in Minnesota, X Games will bring premiere racing action to fans at Mall of America on Thursday, July 13, to kick off the inaugural event in front of one of the top tourist destinations in the country. Joining U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis as a venue for the world’s premiere action sports competition and youth culture experience, Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racing at Mall of America will feature athletes racing high-performance motorcycles in close proximity around an oval track at speeds up to 130 mph. With the roots of Flat Track Racing dating back to the early 1900s, the sport is one of the most traditional motorcycle racing disciplines.
Starting that day and through Sunday, July 16, ESPN and ABC will televise a combined 18.5 hours of live X Games coverage, which will also be accessible via WatchESPN and WatchABC to viewers who receive their video subscription from an affiliated provider. Additional coverage of sports and music will be carried on ESPN3 as well as the latest coverage across ESPN digital platforms, including XGames.com,
Vans Brings it Back to 1966 by Releasing Footwear Pack Inspired by Original Anaheim Factory
Vans pays tribute to over 50 years of “Off The Wall” design history by releasing the Anaheim Factory pack, a collection of Classic silhouettes that draws inspiration from the original footwear produced in Anaheim, California. When Vans opened for business in 1966, a 400 sq. ft. retail store was connected to the front of the production factory, which sold a handful of simple canvas footwear. Today, Vans calls upon those early styling cues to release a modern update to Vans Icons. Every design element within the Anaheim Factory pack could be dated back to the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Style numbers are used to signify the original design mold of three footwear models – the Authentic 44, Old Skool 46 and Sk8-Hi 38. Each style utilizes a marshmallow sidewall with a higher profile and is treated with a slight sheen that was present after going through Vans’ early vulcanization process. The entire offering features heavy a 10-oz. canvas and the Sidestripe models showcase a
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.