Scotland's Cameron Reid races the Radio Quartz 4XL. Check the parts list below to see what he has bolted onot the frame to create the fastest machine possible.
Frame: Radio Quartz 4XL
Forks: Box X5
Cranks: Box two
Seat: Box one
Stem: Box one oversized
Bars: Box one oversized
Reigning Olympic BMX racing gold medallist Connor Fields has revealed his anguish at the situation around the world, which saw his attempts to retain a gold medal postponed for at least a year. In a wide-ranging interview with Team USA, the 28-year-old spoke of his fear as we moved through 2020, not just professionally, but also in terms of personal motivation.
The Texan took gold at the 2016 Olympics in Rio, winning despite not finishing top in any of the earlier rounds. His time of 34.642 saw him just pip Netherlands racer Jelle van Gorkom (35.316) and Colombia’s Carlos Ramirez (35.517). It also put an end to the reign of two-time gold medallist Māris
It's not easy organising an event these days. The Dutch BMX Race championships were brought back from a 2-day happening with 700-1000 entries, to a one-day event with 150 athletes in the top classes. No crowd was allowed access. Everyone had to sign a waiver to prove they weren't ill and wearing a mouth mask as well as keeping 1,5m distance was mandatory. Add a bit of rain from time to time and you would think it was a horrible day at the BMX track. But guess what, it wasn't
For some racers it was the first race of the year, and it's probably the only one this year. At least the only one with a title on the line. Just being together at an actual race is what people had missed. The vibe was positive and a lot of catching up was done.
Name: Daleny Vaughn
Sponsors: 316 Racing - DK Bikes- Aztec Fire & Safety - Box Components -Fly Racing - Onyx Hubs - ODI Grips - Havoc Goggles - Tioga Tires - Biolab science -Binance.US
Mechanic: Corben Sharrah, Kyle Jensen, and my dad
When's the last time you raced your BMX bike?
Daleny Vaughn: Unfortunately I haven’t raced since June but I cannot wait to get back out there!
So the bike is still fresh and ready for more?
Daleny Vaughn: It’s always ready
What is the geometry and length of your frame. Do you know?
Australian female BMX champion working to inspire the next generation of girls | ABC News
BMX riding has long been a male dominated sport but the Aussie female champion, Saya Sakakibara, is working to inspire the next generation of girls.
Last weekend we were allowed to race again after 9 months. Take a closer look on how my weekend went.
BMX RACING SKILLS - What you should be doing now to get better?
Designed for the European market and for UCI races, Box Two Side Number Plates are made from embossed foam and feature full-color printed graphics. They meet UCI regulations and fit all bicycle frames. Hook-and-loop straps combined with a piece of adhesive-backed hook-and-loop tape hold the plates firmly in place. They are black with a white background.
FEATURES:
-Velcro Straps
-Velcro Frame Mount
-3D Compression Vinyl
-UCI / USABMX Approved
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY AGAINST BREAKAGE AND DEFECTS
Name: THOUIN Théo
Sponsors: Cycles évasion, Sunn, Kenny, Ville de Saint Brieuc, Comité départemental des Côtes d’Armor, Comité Bretagne, Bacquert Production.
Mechanic: Me myself and I. Sometimes my dad double checks if everything is alright.
What was your very first BMX bike?
Théo Thouin: My first bike was a Sunn. I was 7 years old.
How much different is it from the one you're racing today?
Théo Thouin: Actually I now race for Sunn aha. The bikes have progressed with geometry, rigidity and so much more.
What is a new product that you thought was very welcome in BMX?
Name: Mathijs Verhoeven
Sponsors: Oegema Transport, TVE sport, Meybo bikes, Vee tire, Renthal, HT Components, 6D Helmets, SD components, Bensink BMX Gates, Eurol, RD Gloves, Optiek Van Gorp, Sunlighten Kempen
Mechanic: Team Mechanic Team Oegema TVE, my dad and sometimes if me and my dad don’t know how to solve the problem we go to Jan Segers who I also trust 100% as a mechanic.
What was your very first BMX bike?
Mathijs Verhoeven: My first racing BMX was a Haro from the year 2006 I think.
How much different is it from the one you're racing today?
Mathijs Verhoeven: A big difference, for sure the size! Haha. The bikes from today are much lighter and stiffer! At that time there was no Carbon or anything Carbon on a bmx bike, now almost everyone has
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.