First, I would like to thank you for your support of me and my company over the years. From humble beginnings as a teenager, I started as a rider and designer and created Haro Bikes. After Haro Bikes, I continued to participate in BMX through Olympic collaborations with Nike in 2008 and 2012, the London Olympics in 2012, marquee events with Red Bull, and collaborations with some of the most iconic brands in sport, like Vans, Redline, BMX Action, Oakley, SE Bikes, JT Racing, Honda, Yamaha, Ducati, and many more.
My passion for BMX has never wavered, and I’m proud to introduce my new BMX brand, IKONIX. While my roots are in the ’70s and ’80s, as a contemporary designer, I wanted to create something new and innovative. The IKONIX FS1 is not a re-pop of past designs—it’s a look forward. It’s fresh, modern, rideable, performance-focused and loaded with details.
My vision for IKONIX is to build a new BMX brand that is steeped in my history and design ethos: high in quality and limited in numbers.
The FS1 represents the first of many exceptional products I plan to offer. I hope you can join me as
Ben Crockett, former BMX Plus editor and lifelong rider, just released a gritty debut novel rooted in the spirit of mid-90s BMX culture and LA street life. Set in 1994 Los Angeles, the story follows a crew of kids who escape the chaos above by riding through the city's underground washaways — until rival street crews and something eerie lurking below turn their summer into a fight for survival. It’s The Goonies meets Mid90s, with real LA grit and a sharp edge only someone who lived it could write.
Ben spent over two decades as a writer and photographer immersed in riding, exploring, and storytelling. His debut brings that raw authenticity to the page.
Regardless of size, every city has its mysteries. In 1994, Los Angeles has more than 22,000 miles of maintained roads and freeways, a wall of civil engineering, rushing west from the deserts and spilling over into the Pacific. Mapped down to the smallest alley, it’s hard to believe it has any secrets left, but under its bustling streets, a dark labyrinth remains; thousands of miles of subterranean wash ways, carved from the landscape before the city itself, and long forgotten.
For one brave, yet unlikely group of friends, the tunnels are a source of mischief and adventure, but they are about to find out what happens when their conflicts above, clash with the inexplicable below. The underground maze they had mastered was their fortress against the outside world, but where will they run when they find out they aren’t alone in the darkness?
I’m hyped to announce there’s gonna be a Flatland Jam right here in my hometown of Hammond on the same day as the world premiere of my documentary, The Road Home!
We’re throwing down an all-day session jam with riders coming in from all over—no official contest, just straight-up riding, good vibes, and community. I’ll be handing out $1,000 in Flatland Fuel gift cardsand giving out 10 awards for riders who kill it in different categories throughout the day.
I’ve already talked to a bunch of you behind the scenes, and I’m seriously stoked that so many of you are making the trip.
But the main event… That’s happening that night—the world premiere of my documentary “The Road Home” at the Columbia Theatre. This film is my life’s story, and nothing would mean more than packing the house with all of you who’ve been a part of this journey. Let’s make history and sell out the theater for the first time ever.
Save the date: September 20th. Let’s ride, connect, and celebrate together right here in Hammond. I can’t wait to see you all.
More info coming soon on close hotels, The after party, and how to reserve your seat in the theater.
In 2025, Brussels Urban Sessions moves to the 'Parc du Cinquantenaire' — a unique and iconic spot in the heart of the city. Massive open space, epic backdrop, and a setup designed to push BMX Freestyle to the next level. Brussels Urban Sessions 2025 will host the first-ever UCI 'HC event' in BMX Freestyle Park – meaning more UCI Ranking points, great park by G-Ramps and elite-level riding. Riders will also benefit from two full days of practice before the competition kicks off.
Where to stay – Riders’ pick! Just 3 minutes from the venue by bike, the Thon Hotel EU is our official partner for Brussels Urban Sessions 2025. We’ve secured a limited Riders Package – only 10 twin rooms available, first come, first served. €65/person/night in a twin room for 6 nights (July 1–7), breakfast included. To book: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. after registering – we’ll confirm availability. Secure Your Spot Today!
Ready to ride? Registrations are officially open for Brussels Urban Sessions 2025. Spots are limited, so don’t wait too long to lock yours in. Be part of this milestone event – grab your spot now. REGISTER HERE
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and its partner Hurricane are pleased to announce the dates and hosts of the rounds of the 2025 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup. The first round of the series will start at the end of May in Montpellier, in the south of France, as part of the Festival International des Sports Extrêmes (FISE), an event that attracts half a million people every year. The second round will be held in October in Shanghai, China's most populous city with more than 24 million inhabitants, which hosts the event for the second consecutive year. The 2025 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup will conclude the following month in Sakai, Japan, a city in the Osaka metropolitan area on the island of Honshū. The Japanese competitions will take place indoors.
Back in 1990 the Sugar Hills came to life. It's also when we started the Mini FATJAM. That's 35 years ago and the annual jam is going stronger than ever. The trails are prepared and offer something for everyone. 5 year olds join the dirt session with the veterans and everyone in between. If you are looking for a challenge, the KILLER JUMP is there. So get loose and send it on that big thing.
This year's edition is special as we are celebrating Paul's Boutique BMX's 30 years anniversary. Good chance we will have some beers and burgers, so join in even if riding dirt is not in the cards this time. The Mini FATJAM is about getting together for a good time anyway. For some that's riding all day, for others it's chilling, shooting the shit and drinking brewski's.
The dirt jam at the Sugar Hills Trails starts at 13:00hr and will end around 18:00hr. and can be found at the Valkendijk in Aarle-Rixtel, Netherlands. Group picture: 15:30hr if you want to be in it. Goodies? Sure. Music? Of course. Extra activities? We will see....
The night will continue at OJA-Aarle-Rixtel for the official Mini FATJAM Afterparty (Schoolstraat 2, Aarle-Rixtel). Free entry, cheap beer. Pretty unique these days.
The 2025 Mini FATJAM is supported by:
USA Cycling is proud to announce a new partnership with HOVERAir for the 2025 season. This collaboration brings exciting new opportunities to USA Cycling fans with their hands-free flying action cameras to capture high-quality riding footage. “We are thrilled to welcome HOVERAir as our newest partner,” said USA Cycling President and CEO, Brendan Quirk. “Their partnership will bring a fresh perspective to cycling, offering a new innovative experience for fans and athletes.”
HOVERAir’s latest innovations, the X1 PRO and PROMAX, redefine cycling filming with the lightest, fastest, and smartest flying action cameras. With a single button press, they take flight automatically to follow riders, capturing stunning 8K cinematic footage, whether you’re teaching your kids to ride or
Amsterdam turns 750 years old, and we’re celebrating big with USWA 2025 – Amsterdam 750 Edition! This unique urban sports event brings six spectacular sports together in the city, including BMX. Therefore, we have the honor to host the Shred the Shack Contest at the iconic NDSM-werf! From May 16 to 18, 2025, Amsterdam will be all about Inline Skating, Skateboarding, BMX, Breakdance, 3x3 Basketball, and Freerunning. We encourage you to join the Soulcycle Shred the Shack Contest and enjoy an amazing atmosphere at the NDSM-werf.
-Date: May 16 - 18, 2025
-Location: Amsterdam (including NDSM-werf)
-What to expect?
-Open sessions and clinics for all levels
As a thrilling sport, BMX riding needs athletes to develop both physical strengths together with endurance capability and agility skills together with mental concentration. The strength of your physical abilities together with your eating habits directly affects your ability to perform during BMX activities such as dirt track riding and racing. Your performance quality diminishes when training levels are subpar and improper fuel strategies do not work properly while fatigue from accidents and incidents results in reduced stamina potential.
For BMX excellence, a person must build a strategic system that integrates strength training with cardiovascular conditioning and adequate nutrition and post-race rest. Your endurance and strength will increase when you use the best training technique to sustain your energy during long rides as well as competitive events.
1. Strength Training for BMX Riders
BMX riders must incorporate strength training because it develops their power together with musculoskeletal stability and muscular endurance. Strong legs together with stable core and powerful upper body create essential requirements for performing the explosive actions seen in BMX events. When you miss strength training your muscles become prone to early exhaustion which decreases
X Games has appointed Annie Lokesh as Head of X Games League, bringing her expertise in business transformation, league operations and growth strategy to the highly anticipated launch of the world’s first multi-sport action sports league in 2026. Annie Lokesh will be responsible for overseeing XGL league operations, growth initiatives, and shaping the business model and competitive structure of this groundbreaking new format. “Annie’s experience leading large-scale transformations in professional sports makes her the perfect choice to helm the X Games League,” said Jeremy Bloom, CEO of X Games. “She has a proven track record of building sustainable business models, elevating athlete platforms, and expanding global reach.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.