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Nearly 100 premier action sports athletes from around the globe have officially been invited to compete at X Games Salt Lake City in various Skateboard, BMX and MotoX competitions for three full days of action coming to the Utah State Fairpark and Event Center June 27 – 29, 2025.

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X Games today in a press conference announced that they will be bringing the electrifying action sports festival to Salt Lake City this summer with three days of Moto X, BMX, and skateboarding competitions at the Utah State Fairpark and Event Center, June 27-29. The Utah State Fairpark and Event Center is partnering with Salt Lake County to host X Games Salt Lake City 2025 and all parties are committed to infusing the weekend with topnotch competition, entertainment, and excitement.

The announcement of X Games Salt Lake City 2025 comes on the heels of the announcements of X Games Osaka 2025 and X Games Sacramento 2025, and ahead of the X Games League expansion year in 2026.

The Redline Vintage Sale goes live Monday, February 3rd, at 9 AM PST. This Sale closes out a series of Redline and non-Redline branded products offered during the last two years, many of which will not be reproduced. There will be deals. In late February, Rise Creative will share details of a series of exciting new projecys and products Rise Creative will deliver under the Redline Vintage BMX brand, including some custom anniversary projects, new components, new crank options (different lenghths, and a pinchless Vintage Flight Crank) and Redline branded apparel.

Some of the New Years Sale Highlights:

The renowned Sarrians BMX Team is gearing up for an exhilarating future, announcing an exclusive three-year partnership with industry leaders Supercross BMX and Speedline Components. Known for their exceptional performance on the global stage, Sarrians Team riders will now be equipped with Supercross BMX frames and Speedline Components, ensuring they have the best tools to dominate every race. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to pushing the limits of BMX technology and performance.

Supercross BMX and Speedline Components bring decades of expertise and a reputation for producing premium, race-proven products. By joining forces with Sarrians Team, they aim to showcase their commitment to supporting top-tier talent and driving the sport forward.
About Sarrians BMX Team

Founded in 1991, the Sarrians BMX Team has grown into one of the largest and most successful BMX clubs in Europe. A recognized BMX school, Sarrians embodies a triple ambition: to provide access to BMX for as many people as possible, to support riders in reaching the highest levels of competition, and to organize events at a state-of-the-art facility. The club is dedicated to promoting this spectacular and demanding sport, showcasing their region, and fostering partnerships to advance BMX racing.

Since 2017, Sarrians has seen rapid growth, becoming one of the four largest European operations

The confirmed line-up of riders set to compete at the history-making Red Bull Featured event has been announced today. British Olympic silver medalist Kieran Reilly, 8x X-Games gold medalist Ryan Williams and British 2024 European Champion, Sasha Pardoe are part of the star-studded line up set to take on the all new competition format at the iconic Manchester Central on 12th April 2025. These exciting names in the sport are being challenged to push the limits of what’s possible and try to land a world-first trick in front of a crowd. In an all new format, created by BMX legend and Red Bull athlete Sebastian Keep, each rider is given a unique opportunity to attempt major tricks, without being penalised by judges if they fall.

The adrenaline-fuelled event will not only involve a thrilling BMX showcase, but those in attendance will also be able to get their hands on the exclusive merchandise and enjoy live music with a special half-time performance. The atmosphere will be electric as fans will be closer to the ramps than in a normal competition, with the chance to get up close to their favourite riders as they enjoy the action from an innovative viewing platform specially made
for this groundbreaking new format.

The Prince of Peckham, Kye Whyte goes Full Circle and Returns to Supercross BMX! In 2008 Kye Whyte Doubled and picked up British Champion #1 Plates in Class and Cruiser while riding for Supercross BMX / Alans Factory Team, and now in 2025 he makes his return to Supercross BMX signing on thru the 2028 LA Games and Beyond.

To have the 2020 Silver Medalist choose to come back to Supercross BMX to finish his career is a dream for us - Said Supercross BMX Owner and Founder Bill Ryan.

As we enter into 2025 as our 36th year of Supercross, having our Legacy riders of Bubba Harris and Maris Strombergs as the Team Captains, and adding Kye Whyte in as our Premier Elite along with Vicente Garcia and Lexis Colby, is starting to show the world our Vision of “Wait Til you See Whats Next”

With Bubba having his SX450 Cro-mo Frame, Maris working on a Machine Version of the Vision F1,

If you tasked someone with calling out the most thrilling, adrenaline-fueled sport, BMX would surely come up pretty quickly. With the sounds of riders whipping through the air and the feeling of riding freely along the tracks and soaring through the sky during airtime, it’s truly a one-of-a-kind, daring sport in contrast to popular sports like basketball and soccer—and one that has a community feel closely associated with it. People come together in venues and spaces to share their passion for BMX, hone their skills, and feel the natural energy of the sport.

BMX has come far since its grassroots days, now being recognized as an Olympic sport and giving way to BMX-themed video games (and even online slots like Bike Mania that you can find on casinos.com), merchandize, and an entire subculture around it. It’s effectively dominated urban culture and the sports world, producing a community and lifestyle that only continues to grow as time goes on.

The Roots of BMX

Unsurprisingly, BMX stemmed from bicycle racing. While biking was typically associated with smooth, high-speed races like the Tour de France or rocky trail mountain biking, the young riders who paved the way for BMX took inspiration from motocross racing. BMX was founded in the 1970s in southern California when children raced their bikes on dirt tracks to mimic the motocross stars of the time.

They used easy-to-handle bikes like wheelie bikes, whichwere perfect for performing stunts and riding on uneven terrain. Motocross was already popular before BMX came about, but the problem was that it was considered an inaccessible sport, considering you needed a motorcycle and space to race it. Younger fans wanted in on the action, so the next best thing was essentially “playing pretend” on their bicycles in available spaces like dirt tracks and vacant lots.It was an activity much like street hockey or flag football—a more accessible version that required less equipment. With youth culture hinging on word-of-mouth and what’s “cool” at the moment, plenty of people began taking part in the new sport.

How Pop Culture Brought BMX to Life
Then, American director Bruce Brown released the 1971 documentary film On Any Sunday, which focused on motorsport and its different forms. It quickly became the most beloved motorcycle documentary ever made, providing that flair and artistry that painted motorsport as a raw and thrilling activity—all while popularizing BMX in the country. BMX gained serious traction thereafter, and manufacturers finally began making bikes dedicated to the sport. As BMX started having the makings of an official sport, the National Bicycle League was born. Set up by George E. Esser and his wife, who had previously sanctioned races with the American Motocross Association, it was the first bicycle motocross sanctioning organization. With their son’s direct interest and lack of organized opportunities, they took matters into their own hands.

From that point onward, BMX was no longer an exclusively American phenomenon. In the early ‘80s, the UK experienced a BMX craze, during which every teenager wanted to get their hands on a BMX bike. But that craze quickly died down after those teens grew up and abandoned the hobby. Fortunately, the rest of the world picked it up, and now there are tracks all around the globe and international events that take place every year.|

The First Official BMX Races
While plenty of BMX tournaments were already held around the United States, BMX expanded internationally through the International BMX Federation. The first IBMXF World Championship was held in Dayton, Ohio, a city known for auto racing. Considering its need-for-speed past, it was a prime place to host the first world championships. To no one’s surprise, the United States took the crown. Yet later on, countries like Japan, the Netherlands, Chile, France, and Australia all had their glory days. This varied roster of winners went to show the global appeal of the sport, with countries on every continent showing great passion for the competition.

BMX Goes Mainstream
Although we can’t say BMX is nearly as popular as basketball (24.3 million registered players), 4.46 million people participate in BMX cycling in the United States alone. That’s more than hockey (2.5 million), which is unbelievable considering the popularity and prestige of the National Hockey League. And because BMX had grown so popular internationally, BMX Racing became a medal Olympic sport in the Summer Olympic Games and BMX Freestyle Park officially an Olympic sport at the Olympic Games in 2021.

In pop culture, BMX began to form connections with areas like music and fashion, where it became part of a broader subculture. Beyond the sport, it became associated with certain lifestyles, whether it was the rebellious nature of punk rock or the freedom of hip-hop. Music videos in the early ‘90s famously featured BMX riders performing stunts and tricks, further promoting its appeal. Those who participated in BMX often sported certain fashion elements, including baggy jeans, graphic tees with bold, colorful designs, and skate shoes. You could find BMX video games, movies exploring BMX culture, dedicated BMX stores, and events everywhere you looked.

Today, BMX continues to evolve. While there are still hallmarks of the culture, the scene has become much more diverse and inclusive, catering to all sorts of groups and styles.

Today at CES, MobileX, the most customizable wireless service designed to save consumers money, and Ethika, a leading lifestyle brand driven by personal identity, announced an exciting new collaboration. Together, the two companies will be launching "ethikaX" – a collection that seamlessly merges mobile-friendly design with bold self-expression and dynamic style. This partnership represents a groundbreaking moment where mobile meets fashion, blending cutting-edge technology with style and originality.

The ethikaX line will debut in Q1 2025, featuring a range of apparel and accessories tailored for the modern, mobile lifestyle. The initial collection will include hoodies and t-shirts with phone-friendly pockets, phone cases, and even a limited-edition set of ethikaX-branded headphones.

"At MobileX, we're passionate about empowering our customers to live untethered, connected lives," said Peter Adderton, CEO of MobileX. "By partnering with Ethika, we're able to bring that vision to life through thoughtfully designed apparel that embraces uniqueness and creativity while seamlessly integrating with our mobile services."

In the world of high-speed BMX racing, riders compete for fame not only on the track, but also online. As in other niches, the competition here is intense and quite fierce. If you were an actor, singer, or artist, you would always feel like you were being breathed down your back. Facebook, as one of the most popular social media platforms, provides BMX athletes with the perfect place to share their passion, connect with fans, and create their own personal brand.

But here, as in racing, it is important to quickly grab luck by the tail and make the right maneuver to emerge victorious. However... If everything is clear about racing, then how can you ensure that your posts attract attention and gain the most important likes for photos? We are here to help you win this online race. In today's article, we'll share strategies, including the ability to use instant boosts from sites like this https://viplikes.net/buy-facebook-photo-likes that can turn your BMX content into a viral sensation. Read on!

Leverage Visual Storytelling

Racing is a real feast for the eyes and an amazing exciting event; professional stunts, dirt tracks and adrenaline-filled moments - all this attracts people's attention not only in real life, but also online. Capturing these elements in photographs is the key to attracting like-minded people and potential fans. Visual storytelling allows you to convey not only the action, but also the emotions and dedication behind each race.

We know they'll start to coming in soon, the X-mas cards. Make sure to add us to your list as we will post them up in this special place leading up to the new year. 2024 was again special, with many events that we visited. Here's only a few of them: Simple Session - Tartu, Estonia. Olympic Qualifier Series - Budapest, Hungary and - Shanghai, China. Hammer and Nails - Cologne, Germany. Mini FAT-JAM and Summer FATJAM - Aarle-Rixtel. Dutch BMX Park Championships - Eindhoven. UCI BMX Freestyle World Cups Japan, France, China, C1 Aigle, Switzerland, Olympic Games BMX Freestyle and BMX Racing in Paris, and the European Flatland Championships in Luxembourg. Coming up this year still: Zonder Pardon Jam at Area51 and the World Champs in Abu Dhabi. With 140 BMX events on the FATBMX calendar for 2025 already, it looks like we won't have to worry about the future. From the smallest sessions and jams all the way up to the Olympic Games, we love it all as long as there's BMX involved. Thanks for the support. We'll add another year of FATBMX to the online world, simply because we care. Join us if you care what we're doing.