It started with planned trip to Texas for the 3rd stop of the USA BMX Freestyle series – but then we got a DM from Cody Hennings. Cody is a local rider in the Dallas/Fort Worth area who also happens to own a private indoor ramp-filled warehouse called the Safehouse. We quickly took him up on his offer to check out Safehouse, and team Mongoose headlined by Mykel Larrin and Ben Wallace spent a full day riding this BMX utopia!
Name: Asuma Nakai
Age: 21
Hometown: Joetsu, Japan
Sponsors: Mongoose/Xlarge/Motocross International/Oakley/FoxRacing/Shimano/Tioga/Ikon/StanceSocks/WesternRiver/flexdream/CW-X/OgawaRingyo
Bike Check:
Frame: Mongoose Title Team / XXL
Fork: Ikon Pro Fork
Handlebar: Elevn 8.0" SLT Flat Handlebar
Stem: 22.2mm Pro Stems / 53mm
In 1985, Mongoose rocked cul-de-sacs, sidewalks, and skateparks across America with the creation of the Miniscoot – the first scooter with pneumatic tires, hand brakes, and BMX handlebars. Next Tuesday (3/22), Mongoose will resurrect the original icon with the launch of the Miniscoot II.
The Miniscoot II features a chromoly frame, 12" x 2.25" air-filled gumwall tires, Pro Class handlebars, and the classic colors and graphics of its 1987 predecessor that became a legend. The Miniscoot II is the newest addition to the Mongoose Classics line, which was brought to life in 2021 with two '80s BMX throwback models, the Supergoose and California Special.
Setting new goals for the new year is something most of us do. How can you better yourself? Is my training on point or is there someone out there who can teach me more? Is my equipment on point? Do I need to focus on Pumptracks? How do I do on the 8 meter hill? Where is the room for improvement? Mongoose's Payton ‘P-Nut’ Ridenour has tasted what Elite Racing is like and is now building on being stronger in 2022.
Name: Payton ‘P-Nut’ Ridenour
Age: 19
Hometown: Pottstown, Pennsylvania, USA
Sponsors: Mongoose, FLY, Shimano, WD-40, EVS, USA BMX Foundation, ODI, Tioga, E6, Onyx, Answer, Oakley, Socksmith, Potter Racing, HRP Designs.
Did 2021 turn out the way you wanted?
Payton Ridenour: The 2021 season definitely turned out the way I wanted! My coach Arielle Martin-Verhaaren and I set some big goals at the beginning of the season. My main focus was to qualify for the
Get ready to go all out with the new Title Full Face Helmet. Featuring durable hardshell construction, 360° padding, and air vents, this helmet was built for thrilling BMX rides and laps at the (pump)track. It’s even got a pivoting visor to shield your eyes from sun, wind, and rain. Plus, it’s cool.
Seriously, just look at it. Gear up for your next ride with the Title Full Face Helmet.
Available in adult and child sizes.
Go to Mongoose.com to get yours now!
Name: Payton 'P-Nut' Ridenour
Age: 19
Hometown: Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Sponsors: Mongoose, WD-40, Shimano, FLY, EVS, E6, Socksmith, Oakley, Tioga, ODI, HRP Designs, Potter Racing, Answer, Onyx
What has the UCI Pump Track World Champion title meant to you since you got it?
Payton Ridenour: It was a dream come true to win the first ever rainbow jersey given out for pump track! I think it's every cyclist's goal to win a world championship title, so to win the entire event was incredible.
Is it fair to say that BMX Racing comes first for you followed by riding Pump Track?
Payton Ridenour: Yes, BMX racing comes first for me and then pump track. It's really convenient that I can transition so easily from racing to pump track too. I train specifically for racing and that transfers right over to the pump track, and my bike set up is the exact same for both.
Leading up to the Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships in Lisbon, Portugal, have you ridden more pump tracks lately?
Few bikes have defined a generation of innovation and design the way Mongoose’s iconic designs of the 1970’s and 1980’s did for BMX. The brand’s Supergoose and California Special inspired generations of cyclists with new technologies, unique styling, and the professional athletes who rode them. Mongoose announces its Classics Collection that will resurrect two iconic designs by relaunching a special edition Supergoose and California Special, available in Fall 2021 in select countries.
“Mongoose remade these bikes in the spirit and heritage of the time period they were born, with frames
After filming DIRTVANA, Mykel Larrin and Kevin Peraza hung around Salt Lake City for a few days to explore and ride some of the local favorites. Mongoose teammate Josh Hult met up with the boys to hangout as they hit various parks, street spots, and some dirt! If you’re craving a straight-up riding video after DIRTVANA, you’re in for a treat!
To achieve the ultimate ride, one must embark on the dirt path to enlightenment. Follow Mongoose pros Kevin Peraza, Mykel Larrin, and Payton "P-Nut" Ridenour on their journey to BMX paradise – a mystical place called DIRTVANA.
Name: Nikita Ducarroz
Age: 24
Hometown: Glen Ellen, CA
Hook-ups/Sponsors: Red Bull, Mongoose Bikes, Tioga, Schweitzer Sporthilfe, Team Geneve, Fonds du Sport Geneve.
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After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.