Spring has sprung which means it’s time to step away from the screen and get outside for some fun! Whether on a BMX bike or a skateboard, staying safe is of the utmost importance when it comes to playing on two wheels or four. Some would say that no one knows more about the importance of safety than Travis Pastrana and the Nitro Circus crew. The rambunctious group of Nitro Circus athletes have seen their fair share of crashes and that’s why they trust Bell Helmets to keep them safe. To encourage you to pursue your dreams safely, Nitro Circus has teamed up with
renowned helmet brand Bell to create two youth multisport helmets, two full-face youth bike helmets, and a full-face child’s helmet that are all available to everyone at an accessible price.
“Money shouldn’t dictate whether or not your head is protected.” said Travis Pastrana on Nitro Circus’ partnership with Bell. “We want kids that are fans of action sports to be able to go out, have fun, and hone their skills, but to be safe while doing so. It was important to us to create helmets that are safe yet affordable for everyone”.
From the 9th to 13th of May, spectators can enjoy 5 action packed days of Action Sports at the tours flagship event. After an amazing launch event in Saudi Arabia and a massive first stop in Japan, the FISE family couldn't be more ready for the biggest event of the year. Montpellier's festival is not to be missed bringing together to best action sports athletes in a huge range of sports including BMX, Roller, Scooter , MTB Slopestyle, Wakeboard and Parkour.
This year, the stop is promising to be bigger than ever with a bunch of fresh additions such as the UCI BMX Flatland World Cup event and a brand new second Freestyle Park dedicated to Roller and Scooter Freestyle. The event will continue on from the Hiroshima event and host the following World Cups:
Vans BMX Pro Cup, the world’s leading platform for elite BMX park terrain competition, enters its second season announcing the pre-seeded World Championship Tour invitees for the 2018 Pro Tour series commencement in Sydney, Australia on April 27 – 28. The 2018 Vans BMX Pro Cup Tour Pros are selected from the top 10 riders from the 2017 Vans BMX Pro Cup point standings. The Tour Pros are pre-seeded directly into the semi-finals at every Pro Tour event, and are also pre-qualified for the 2018 series World Championship finals. The Tour Pro roster will expand throughout the season with the addition of the top three podium winners from each regional qualifier, who will advance to the Vans BMX Pro Cup Pro Tour, and also secure their invite to the Vans BMX Pro Cup World
100% is proud to introduce a revolutionary development in performance eyewear - The Speedcraft AIR. Speedcraft AIR incorporates a built-in nasal dilator, allowing riders to control nasal dilation from minimum to maximum. Race-tested by three-time UCI Road World Champion Peter Sagan, this system is engineered to outpace the peloton. It is the only eyewear in the world to feature the patented AC Systems breathing technology, and comes with metal nose stickers to secure — and properly operate — the system. The nasal dilator is adjusted by rotating a small dial in the center of the lens, and the magnetic arms can be opened or closed to control nasal dilation throughout a ride.
The advantages of variable nasal dilation are significant. Nose breathing filters, humidifies, and
When we combine the Mini-FATJAMs and the annual FATJAM being held in the summer, the upcoming Mini-FATJAM will be the 58th edition. That's 58 FAT JAMs that happened in Aarle-Rixtel, an awful lot. Reason of the success? Maybe it's the free riding. Maybe it's the support from caring companies making this an event where everyone wins. The fact that everyone can ride together at a dirt spot that has something for everyone is a big plus. Also visiting Paul's Boutique BMX shop in town could be a reason, or the stories that circulate from the OJA parties. You can bring your own food and drinks. There's no security. It's free to spectate, there's music, and knowing that riders like Mat Hoffman, Jay Miron, Todd Lyons, Chase Gouin, Ian Morris, etc. have jumped at the Sugar Hills should make you want to visit the spot on the Valkendijk in Aarle-Rixtel too, at least once in your life.
Anyway, we're back at it on Saturday 14 April, 2018 to unofficially open the outdoor BMX season. Ryan Nyquist came over early March to test the Killer Jump and liked it a lot showing 720's, Nyquist style 360 tobogans, 360 suicide no-handers, tailwhips(!), rocket no-handers, no-footed cancan nothings, etc. He proved everything is possible on that Killer ramp so it's up to you to come over on the 14th and do the same. It's time to send it!
Program Mini FATJAM 2018:
11:00-13:00hr Paul's Boutique shopping, Dorpsstraat 66a, Aarle-Rixtel.
Heading into the second year as a host city for the summer version of X Games, ESPN, Sports Minneapolis and U.S. Bank Stadium have reached a two-year extension agreement to host X Games Minneapolis through 2020. “Our first year in Minneapolis proved what an incredible fan experience X Games at U.S. Bank Stadium can offer and we are excited to build on that success over the next three years,” said Tim Reed, vice president, X Games. “Minneapolis and U.S. Bank Stadium have quickly established themselves as a destination for the world’s top sport and entertainment brands and we look forward to building off of a terrific first year in Minneapolis.”
“Minneapolis is tailor-made to host ESPN’s X Games,” said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. “With a zip
On Thursday, April 5th Chris Doyle was hospitalized, after suffering a serious non-BMX related medical emergency in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The situation was life threatening, and Chris was treated almost immediately. He is now doing extremely well, and stable. Things are looking very positive, and he is proving to be stronger and more badass than we could have imagined. With respect to Chris and his family; details and further information will come at a different moment.
Thank you for the support for Chris, and keep the positive vibes flowing his way!
Vans, the original action sports and apparel brand, unites with iconic hip-hop collective, A Tribe Called Quest and Sony Music’s innovative merchandising company The Thread Shop, to unveil an exclusive footwear collection that sees a true creative homage come to life. Paying tribute to the style, art, music, and originality of the artist’s immense cultural influence since the early 1990s, Vans celebrates A Tribe Called Quest’s outstanding contributions to music and pop culture with footwear designs that memorialize their iconic album artwork and the vibrant song lyrics forever embraced by the 90s zeitgeist and beyond.
The exclusive collection offers a range of Vans classic silhouettes including the Slip-On, UltraRange, Old Skool, Slip-On, Authentic, Sk8-Hi and Era in boldcolors and prints, illustrating the group’s most favorite milestones of their career. For A Tribe Called Quest fans, the footwear designs speak volumes to the the band’s beloved discography.
The world’s top BMX athletes have been invited to the Road to X: Boise Qualifier, taking place June 15 - 16 at Rhodes Skate Park. The Park events serve as an official qualifying event for the X Games Minneapolis Park competitions. Twenty athletes will compete in each of the three Park disciplines. The top six BMX athletes, not already invited, will qualify into the X Games Minneapolis Park competition. For the complete list of invited athletes, please visit XGames.co.
The events at Rhodes Skate Park are free and open to the public. Tickets for bleacher seating to view the Park competitions at Rhodes Skate Park will be sold separately.
Trails generally don't get any better if you don't maintain them. But during the winter months it's hard to ride because of the weather. The Flame Trails are in need of a post winter fix-up and we've picked a date for a jam meaning we'll have to get off our asses to get the dirt place up and running again. And it's coming up quick! Saturday 24 March we'll get together and ride. Nothing more, nothing less. You know the Flame Trails will be up and running and it's simply time to get dirty.
With something there for everyone to ride there's no excuse not to make the trip. It starts at 13:00hr so you can even sleep in. With no particular schedule planned other than ride the pump-track / dirt jumps you won't be stressing out. Street riders, BMX racers, Park rats and Dirt riders, we want to see everyone there. Helmond-Brandevoort train station is a 5 minute pedal away and for those planning on riding 040BMXPARK at night, it's a 15 minute drive to Eindhoven. In short, it's time to plan a BMX trip with the crew.
For those wanting to help dig, you're welcome. Between now and 24 March it's go-time. The more that gets built, the more there will be to ride at the Flame Trails Jam. With light, water, shovels, and music present, fixing up the trails can even become a good time. Dig in.
More info at: https://www.facebook.com/flametrails.helmond
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.