We've added flyers of events happening in 2023. 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 2023 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!
2023: BMX Race, BMX Freestyle and Pump Track events:
April 2023
Sponsor changes. Check the latest team changes and hook-ups right here on FATBMX!
Are you losing track on who rides for who? Here's a long list with the most recent team changes and pick ups. The latest team changes get added to the top. The industry never chills, always adding and dropping. What's the latest? Let us know.
-Luis Rincon Reyes on Total BMX
-Sean Ricany off Cult
-Desree Barness on DK Bicycles
-Dennis Enarson on ODI Grips
-Alexandre Sideris on Collective Bikes
-Matty Tidswell on DK Bicycles
-Jordan Richardson on Eclat
-Josh Mclean off Fulltilt/Radio Bikes
The miniramp is the oldest ramp at the indoorpark REITHALLE and, at over 20 years old, a real mid-school classic - and it is precisely these mid-schoolers who can feel addressed today! On April 1st, and I'm not kidding here, there will be a BMX jam on this miniramp. The whole thing starts at 6 p.m. and ends when it ends. Invited are all people who can do something with a mini ramp and want to meet old and new friends, so rather FSK 18.
There are non-cash prizes for some campaigns such as Best Trick, Best Line, NBDs, etc.
The whole thing is supported by the team of the Reithalle Ulm (we make the ramp nice again), but above all with drinks from Fritz Cola for all visitors. Ralf Schiefer from the Schickeria BMX Shop also drove his golden Maybach out of the garage to get a few prizes out. You'll see if it's actually going to be mid-school prizes when you drop by. For all those who find midschool f***ing lame or are afraid of transitions and what not, of course the whole indoor place will be open and rideable!
KILLER session coming up. Mini FATJAM 25 March 2023. Trails look sick!
Last night I wrote an info piece on the upcoming Mini FATJAM with details on where, who, what, when, and why. Then, when I wanted to add a photo, things got weird and the write-up disappeared. I hate it when that happens as writing it for a second time is never the same. Now I want to rush this as I had already typed things up last night. But anyway, here we go again so you have the info you need when making plans to come to Aarle-Rixtel on Saturday 25 March 2023.
The Mini FATJAM will held at the Sugar Hills, located at the Valkendijk in Aarle-Rixtel. Google it, check the distance, and then say; let's GO! The trails have been fixed up and are in good condition, even now already so pre-sessions are possible. They are free now and they will be free on 25 March, as is parking, spectator access, toilet use, etc. We just want to get everyone together to celebrate the opening of the outdoor season.
With a bit of luck we can convince Masterchef Fritske Maat again to flip some burgers. Feel free to bring your own booze/drinks/snacks/food/chairs/tents as we're not out there to make money on this as we haven't from the start. The trails have been around since 1990 and has hosted two jams every year. It would be easy to call it quits and enjoy the weekend off, but it brings so much joy to all the BMX-ers from the 4 year old nibbler to the 50+ old school crew. There's something to ride for everyone, from little rollers to table tops to doubles and of course the KILLER jump. We just want to remind you that doing
3 new bike related shoes have been added to the etnies line. The collection features a Jordan Godwin Windrow Vulc, Nathan Williams Marana Slip XLT and also an Emil Johansson Pro Shoe! Congrats to the riders on working with a shoe brand that supports BMX. Now it's up to the BMX community to show the appreciation of the operation.
Etnies Windrow Vulc Jordan Godwin available in Blue/Black/White for a Regular price of €71,49
The Windrow Vulc is a single wrapped vulcanized constructed shoe with single wrap foxing. It has a Foam Lite 2 molded EVA footbed and Geo-Hex tread pattern. Rubber heel wrap for support with 400NBS rubber outsole.
-Force Shield reinforced upper
-Single wrapped vulcanized construction
-Foam Lite 2 molded EVA footbed
-Geo-Hex tread pattern
-Rubber heel wrap for support
Vans Debuts BMX Sk8-Hi 238, Designed in Collaboration with Dakota Roche
Vans BMX is proud to announce the latest collection with influential rider Dakota Roche, featuring the all-new BMX-specific silhouette, the BMX Sk8-Hi 238, and accompanying head-to-toe collection. In addition, Vans and Dakota teamed up on a new short film, “Low & Hi,” that represents all the moments experienced when filming for a new part. As a BMX icon, creative artist, and filmmaker, Dakota Roche is a multi-hyphenate talent and modern-day Renaissance man. The all-new BMX Sk8-Hi 238 is a culmination of his pursuits and interests. Vans recognizes that to be truly great, riders, their equipment and their environment need to become one: if a single element is off, the whole endeavor can come crashing down. In the spirit of creating apparel and footwear that can stand up to
This season, Vans teamed up with Dakota Roche to build the best collection of BMX footwear and apparel available. The Dakota Roche Bike Bag is made for BMX riders and admirers with its sturdy straps to attach to your bike or to sling over your shoulders. Built with both interior and exterior zip pockets and a key keeper, this is the bag to trust on your adventures.
DAKOTA ROCHE SIGNATURE COLLECTION
• 100% Polyester
• Removeable strap with key keeper
• Removable bike attachment loop
• Zipper Pockets
• Capacity: 1.6 liters
• Dimensions: 4'' x 8'' x 2.5''
€ 42,00
Available HERE
The 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships and one of Europe’s leading retailers, Lidl, have signed a major sponsorship agreement.The deal sees Lidl become Official Fresh Food Partner of this inaugural event which will bring together 13 of cycling’s UCI World Championships into one mega event at venues in Glasgow and across Scotland (Great Britain) from 3 to 13 August 2023.
The 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds are part of a wider policy-led commitment from the Scottish Government and Glasgow City Council to increase cycling participation across the nation and abroad and to encourage healthier and more sustainable choices.
UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup DAY 3 - RIDERS SET DIRIYAH ON FIRE FOR THE FINALS
Big day today for the BMX riders as it was the finals of the first round of the 2023 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. Men and Women fought all day for the first places on the podiums. What a show from the Women riders today. The first heat of riders already set the bar high with the Olympic Champion Charlotte WORTHINGTON’s flair and 360 over the spine and the Chinese rider Qian ZHENG showing the judges and public a backflip turndown and tailwhip on the beginning of her run, 540 and huge 360 turndown.
The second heat continued in this vein with a perfect run from Perris BENEGAS, and Jiaqi SUN first trick 360 tailwhip followed by massive 360 x-up to E.T and so many more tricks.
UCI BMX FREESTYLE WORLD CUP - DIRIYAH DAY 2 - Masterful Rimu Nakamura and Hannah Roberts to the finals
Day 2 of the first stop of the 2023 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. On the programme today it was Women’s qualifications and Men’s semi-finals. The Women qualifications started strong with huge tricks from the Chinese riders. Backflip from Quian ZHENG, Suicide no hander from Sibei SUN and a Tailwhip from Jiaqi SUN, the Chinese women showed their skills on the bike and managed to qualify for the finals. As usual, Hannah ROBERTS, Perris BENEGAS, Nikita DUCARROZ and Charlotte WORTHINGTON turned the ramps on fire with some impressive Backflips, 360 Tuck no hander, Tailwhips and so much more. With her 540, Nene NAITO impressed the judges and took 2nd place just behind the World Champion Hannah ROBERTS.
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