Saturday May 4th is finally the day! After several years of neglect, we have reshaped the Dundeetrails and restored them to their original state under the watchful eye of trail supervisor dachshund Gert. ?
And of course that calls for a trail jam! You are welcome in Het Hulsel from 12 noon, yes it is a bit of a drive but then you have something. ? As always, the BBQ will start later in the day and then end with a campfire. ? You can also stay overnight, just bring your own tent or camper. ?️?
The trails are on private property so if you want to come, send me a DM for the address!
-Rens Apperloo
American BMX Freestyler Hannah Roberts is just 22 years old but has still amassed an impressive list of achievements. She has several UCI World Cup titles, five World Championships, and an Olympic silver medal. That silver medal came during the Tokyo games in 2021 when her score of 96.10 was a little short of Great Britain’s Charlotte Worthington, who took gold with a score of 97.50. Three years later, Roberts is hoping to win that elusive gold medal.
“I knew that there were some things that I could do to improve my score and hopefully take that gold back. I messed up in the moment. That's all it is,” Roberts said of her performance in Tokyo.
Since winning the 2017 world title when she was just 16, Roberts has been the pre-eminent figure in women's BMX Freestyle competitions. Her latest triumph at the 2023 World Championships in Glasgow marked her fifth time donning the prestigious rainbow jersey. Of course, following crashes at both the World Championships in Abu Dhabi and the final World Cup event in Australia in 2022, it’s clear she’s not invincible. But despite those crashes and injury setbacks, she’s determined to persevere and go for gold in Paris this summer.
“I think I handle injuries well. For the most part I’m like, ‘I broke my arm, let’s cut the cast and keep riding,’” says Roberts. “This time, I was not able to do anything on my own. I was on crutches, and it
The countdown is on! From May 8 to 12, 2024, Montpellier will once again be the world capital of urban sports for 5 days of intense festivities and competitions! For this new edition of FISE Montpellier, 15 disciplines will be in the running with over 45 competitions on the program on ramps specially built for the event on the banks of the Lez. With world cups, renowned contests and night-time competitions, the 2024 edition promises to be sensational, and will provide an opportunity to take stock of Olympic medal hopes just 2 months ahead of the Paris Olympic Games.
FISE 2024 DISCIPLINES:
UCI BMX Freestyle Park World Cup
Vans BMX team rider Lewis Mills sees art in everything he does, and that mindset makes him the perfect candidate to introduce Vans’ brand-new BMX Peak silhouette — a progressive style that honors Vans’ BMX heritage while keeping an eye firmly fixed on its future as well. The “Lewshoe,” as Mills has dubbed his unique iteration of the new sneaker, is an extension of his own multihyphenate nature.
On his bike, Mills is known for his unique style in street BMX, combining technical proficiency and power to great results: an X Games silver medal at 20, a gold in 2022, and NORA Cup Video Part of the Year honors. To live up to these standards, Mills’ BMX Peak features a new ULTIMATEWAFFLE™ midsole, featuring a full-length molded design for cushioning and comfort that doesn’t sacrifice pedal feel, outsoles with a VDFPR (Van Doren Factory Pedal Recipe) rubber compound specifically formulated to enhance pedal grip and durability and a seamless, hot spot-free upper that makes use of Vans BMX’s comfy LUXLINER™ technology on its tongue and lining.
Off his bike, Mills is an accomplished painter who’s headlined gallery shows and received
The MOTO-BUNKA Film Festival is a video contest in which 10 BMX videos submitted from all over Japan are selected and screened at one of the biggest movie theaters in Tokyo. For the this year in 2024, the scale will be expanded from Japan to Asia, and a new category, FLATLAND VIDEO OF THE YEAR, will be added.
Who will win the glory of Asia No.1?
What is “MOTO-BUNKA FILM FESTIVAL”?
Last year, 31 videos were entered from all over Japan, and top 10 videos were screened at the movie theater! An award ceremony was held after the screening for the BEST VIDEO OF THE YEAR, CREATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR, and BEST CLIP OF THE YEAR, which was judged and voted by the MBFF official judges.
Almost time again for the annual Mini FATJAM. We'll have to fix that dirt spot in the coming weeks to make sure everyone can enjoy a day of dirt riding at the Sugar Hills Trails in Aarle-Rixtel. The trails first appeared in 1990 and they're still there. It's also the first year we threw a Mini FATJAM. 2024 will be no different. Same concept. Bring your bike. Ride as much as you like. Hang out. Jump the Killer. Chill. Clear the doubles. Catch up. Find new lines. Crack a beer. Learn a new trick. Win a prize. Vans, Paul's Boutique and TSG have got you covered.
BMX-ers together in one place having fun. That's basically it. It's that simple. Help is welcome getting the jumps in shape, getting rid of the grass, making sure everything runs smoothly. There's plenty to be done and everyone can help. We'll have music and Paul will grab that microphone around 15:30hr which will be the time the goodies will find new owners. For those who've never been to a FATJAM, this is your chance.
The afterparty will take place at OJA. Anything goes at that place. So be prepared. Booking.com for places to stay. Google maps for Directions (Valkendijk, Aarle-Rixtel, Brabant, Netherlands). For those needing bike parts, contact Paul's Boutique BMX to see if he's got what you need.
RIDE IN PLEASURE INNSBRUCK PRESENTS: The first RIP TROPHY. On April 20th, 2024, from 9am to 6pm, we‘re bringing you Innsbruck’s finest BMX and MTB contest to the Skatehalle Innsbruck! We want "all the smoke"! Something for everyone, different contest classes including: rookies, women and men - both BMX and MTB. Every inch counts!
-FRIDAY: Bowl Kickoff Jam + open doors. 2pm-6pm training. 6pm-8pm bowl jam.
9pm pre party at Bierfabrik Innsbruck.
SATURDAY: Heat format contest + afterparty. 9am-12pm training. 12pm-1pm rookies. 1pm-4pm qualifications. 4:20pm - 6pm finals.
1001€ CASH PRIZE in total.
Satuday from 21 we are flicking the lighters at PMK Innsbruck!
Live DJs + 420 special See you there!
American BMX Company and Kuwahara have joined forces to bring you the brand new line of collaboration bikes, the KW-26 & KW-29. Both bikes feature full 4130-chromoly frames and forks with KZ-1-insipred gussets and dropouts, a full range of anodized, aluminum retro-inspired components, and real, tubular-chromoly, Redline Flight cranks.
Mention the names KZ-1 or Laser-Lite to any BMX aficionado, and, no doubt, Howie “Kuwa Howie” Cohen’s iconic brand Kuwahara, will instantly come to mind.
Now, American BMX Company has teamed up with the Kuwahara family and Kuwahara International to create a line of 26 and 29-inch bikes worthy of the brand. Introducing the new KW-29, presented in stunning red with gold componentry.
Both bikes feature full 4130-chromoly frames and forks with KZ-1-insipred gussets and dropouts, a full range of anodized, aluminum retro-inspired components, and real, tubular-chromoly, Redline Flight cranks.
On February 21st, the town of Sakai (Ibaraki prefecture) inaugurated a custom-built park designed by Hurricane Parks, a brand of Hurricane Group (organizers of FISE) and used during the Olympic Games in Japan. This area will be available to amateur riders from April 1st and to professional athletes for training sessions ahead of international competitions.
It was at the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup, held in Enoshima from 22 to 25 February, that the world's best riders took the opportunity to celebrate the inauguration of this new Park in Sakai. Among them was reigning Olympic champion Logan Martin, who had the occasion to rediscover his 2020 sensations on the Park that made him the first ever BMX Freestyle Olympic gold medalist.
The all new United Corey Martinez AYS (ARE YOU SERIOUS) Signature Frame.
Corey Martinez is agreed by many as one of the greatest BMX riders of all time, and his new frame is built for not only being technical in the streets, but holding up against whatever you throw at it!
Available in Gloss Clear and Metallic Champagne these frames feature United's tried and tested slim invest cast wishbone for increased strength in the rear, as well as s-bend chainstays for improved tyre clearance. You will also find removable brake mounts on these frames!
United AYS Martinez Signature Frame Gloss Clear: £399.99
United AYS Martinez Signature Frame Metallic Champagne: £399.99
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.