The thrills of competition are just weeks away as the celebrated Van Doren Invitational returns to Huntington Beach, CA for another exciting exhibition of premier BMX bowl riding action July 31 and August 2. Praised as one of the most exciting features of the 2015 Vans US Open of Surfing, the Van Doren Invitational brings the world’s best BMX riders from around the globe to battle it out before a live audience in pursuit of coveted podium honors. Fans from all over the world can experience the action, live from the legendary all-cement Vans Pro Bowl stadium on the sand at vansusopenofsurfing.com.
With more than $35,000 on the line, this year’s event will showcase the crème de le crème of modern day bowlriding talent in BMX. Contest director and BMX legend Dennis McCoy will host
Name: Gary Spencer
Age: 19
Hometown: Liverpool, England
Hook-ups/Sponsors: Harsh protective gear, MADD gear action sports, The Sentient clothing, Rampworx skatepark, Fatality BMX, Love Lace.
The favorite list:
-Spot to ride: Rampworx skate park in Liverpool. It's like my second home and it's 5 mins away from my house.
-BMX video: This one
-Website: YouTube.com
-Web video: Drew Bezanson vs Joyride 150
-Food: Koka noodles and pasta bake
-Riders to ride with: My friend Will Fino
-Car: Lexus IS 200