Taj's Amazing Moments in Bicycle History Episode 1 - Jay Miron: A Story of Willpower by Taj Mihelich
I have been blessed to ride with a number of the world’s most amazing bike riders. They tend to have very different takes on riding and what they are trying to accomplish. One thing they seem to have in common is a drive to test their resolve.
VANS CHAMPIONS CREATIVE EXPRESSION WITH THE LAUNCH OF VANS CHECKERBOARD DAY
Vans, the original action sports brand and advocate for creative expression, is excited to announce the inaugural Vans Checkerboard Day to be held on November 21, 2019. Vans Checkerboard Day is an annual event that will champion and inspire creative expression globally and provide fans the opportunity to participate in creative activations, experience why creativity matters, and give back to organizations that support creative expression.
“Vans Checkerboard Day is an opportunity for us to put a stake in the ground and rally our internal team, our extended Vans family and our fans around the world to come together to celebrate creative expression and make a difference in the lives of our youth,” shares Doug Palladini, Vans Global Brand President. “Imagination.org is the perfect partner to spark a global movement to empower our youth by harnessing everyday creativity to create a brighter future.”
For the latest in the Federal Artists seats we’ve collaborated with Rob Draper (@robdraper1). Rob specialises in hand lettering and has worked with a wide range of global brands including The Golden Globes, Nike, Gap, Levi’s, Penguin, Bartle Bogle & Hegarty, Pentagram, Harper & Collins, WWF, Samsung, Sustrans, Leo Burnett, Goodtype, The Washington Post & Faucet Face.
A custom pair for Vans Custom Culture
How It Feels To Fly: A Tribute To Dave Mirra. Tomorrow marks 3 years since the passing of a legend. Dave Mirra was truly a larger-than-life rider who will always hold a special place in our hearts here at Woodward Camp. He will be forever memorialized on the BMX cabin thanks to our friend and amazing artist Nick Sawyers.
FBM- Steve Crandall -Drinking Black Coffee by FBM Bike Co.
'A person’s motivation reveals a lot about them. and I wanted to find out more about what motivates the one and only Steve Crandall beyond what we know of him with FBM. Always creating and enjoying things with the community that he surrounds himself with, Crandall’s intentions through life are pure, and his actions reflect that. He holds BMX values as a foundation and that spreads into every aspect of his life. Whether he’s coasting a big bike down a hill, digging in the dirt, or painting a coffee cup, it all comes from the same place and for the same reasons. This short film was shot in early April 2018 and documents Crandall in Richmond VA dealing with his first ever solo art show, and his preparation for the show 6 hours north in his hometown of Ithaca NY.' - Kenny Horton
GIRLS CAN B - Kids book by Caroline Buchanan by Caroline Buchanan
The first title in a new children's book series called 'Girls Can B', following the adventures of 'Caroline B', encouraging and inspiring young girls to be anything they want to be! 'Girls Can B - Dress Up Day' by Caroline Buchanan, with Dani Carey, illustrated by Ana Naranjo.
About the Book: It’s dress up day at Caroline B’s school. She doesn’t know what to dress up as. Will she dare to be different? The first title in a new children's book series called 'Girls Can B', following the adventures of 'Caroline B', encouraging and inspiring young girls to be anything they want to be! 'Girls Can B - Dress Up Day' by Caroline Buchanan, with Dani Carey, illustrated by Ana Naranjo.
About the Author; Caroline Buchanan is a groundbreaking female action sports adrenalin athlete. Starting racing at the age of 5 she rose to an international level by the age of eight, taking on the best in the world. This fueled her dream to one day be a World Champion. Caroline has gone on to
Vans Partners with the Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam to Release Exclusive Collaboration
Vans and the Van Gogh Museum proudly partner to present an artfully designed collection utilizing Van Gogh masterpieces across iconic Vans Classics and premium apparel silhouettes, available worldwide August 3. The Van Gogh Museum will dedicate a portion of its profits from this project to the preservation of Vincent van Gogh’s legacy and collection of art; keeping it accessible for future generations. Vincent van Gogh is arguably one of the most famous and influential post-impressionist painters in the history of western art. Van Gogh is most noted for his work that evokes
beauty, emotion and color bringing his personal expression to life through his art. With over 2,100 pieces of artwork produced from his decade long career, Vans worked closely with the Van Gogh Museum team to select four main bodies of work that speaks to the creative ethos of Vans’ design as
A person’s motivation reveals a lot about them. and I wanted to find out more about what motivates the one and only Steve Crandall beyond what we know of him with FBM. Always creating and enjoying things with the community that he surrounds himself with, Crandall’s intentions through life are pure, and his actions reflect that. He holds BMX values as a foundation and that spreads into every aspect of his life. Whether he’s coasting a big bike down a hill, digging in the dirt, or painting a coffee cup, it all comes from the same place and for the same reasons.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.