Some Luke Parker footage from the 2015 era for your viewing pleasure...
Homebound Hero: Michael Bias' Inspiring BMX Journey from New Zealand to the World Stage.
We don't get a ton of videos through from Italy so we we're hyped when we this one with Skiuz (Mirko Loddo) landed in our inbox. Shot over a year with his brother, throughout Sardinia (with the exception of a clip in Barcelona).
BMX Beat was a popular TV show broadcast on ITV from 1984 to 1987. Presented by Andy Ruffell and various co-hosts including Gaz Top (Gareth Jones), Alistair Pirrie and Ron Stebbene the show was broadcast Saturday mornings for 6 weeks. Featuring superstars Neil Ruffell RIP, Craig Campbell, Carlo Griggs, Billy Stupple, Stuart Winder, Mason Smith, Lee Reynolds, Dave Young, Mat Hoffman, Greg Guillotte, Regis Guadrot, Karl Denton and many more. It was one of the most popular shows on UK TV.
2024 UCI BMX Racing World Cup in Tulsa (USA) on Saturday 27 April.
Name: Cash Matthews
Hometown: Shawnee, OK
Started riding BMX in: 1972
Like many in the very early days who could not afford a motorcycle, the bicycle was turned into a motorbike look-a-like. What were some of the things you did to reach that goal?
Cash Matthews: Like most, we made lots of cool 2-stroke motorcycle sounds with our mouths!! As our group of friends who rode progressed, we started riding “flat track” style in a circle. We emulated Kenny Roberts and my Uncle, Jerry Matthews who were all accomplished Flat Track Stars. I conned my uncle out of a number plate from his motorcycle so that was the first cool-mod of the Schwinn. As many Flat Track guys, we added cardboard, grip covers to save us from rocks and things that never really mattered but they looked cool. In those early days, just having a set of waffle grips was epic, so we began there,
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
Beniamin Crismariu holding it down in Italy for the Kink World Team! Clean, smooth, insane tech from our guy out of Front Ocean BMX.
We've added flyers of events happening in 2024. Some are being held indoors but not all of them. Check before you make any plans. If you have event dates, if you've got something going, send us the info. We'll put your event on the FATBMX Event calendar so more people will get to know about your race or contest or jam that you're putting on. We're here to spread the love but you figure out yourself where you need to go. Contact the event organizers before you head over. Times/dates might have changed and we take no responsibility for that. Get together and enjoy BMX, the best thing in the world.
All 2024 Flyers inside as well as the event dates. Nothing else to do!? Get out there and have some fun.
Meet new people, visit new places, take some pics for your instagram, pull new tricks, become a better person and maybe win something along the way. Lots has changed or is changing so double check and keep us posted. See you out there!
2024: BMX Race, BMX Freestyle and Pump Track events:
"Quality Control: 'On our Terms' has been a two-year long journey, delving deep into the heart and soul of my friends and me, showcasing our passion for BMX riding. It's the result of countless hours spent traveling, riding, filming, and editing.