Kurt Schmidt is without doubt the fakie pioneer, no one was doing fakie tricks like him in the mid 90s, we delve deep into that topic and as usual go right back to the start. Kurt grew up near Minneapolis in middle America, a long way from the sunshine drenched concrete skateparks of California but the lust for BMX was strong and these guys made their own thriving scene, mostly in Kurt's garden, where they constructed quarter pipes to rip on. I never knew just how deep Kurt's BMX roots were, he started way back in the 80s BMX boom.
Join me as I take you through my unforgettable experience at the 2024 BMX Hall of Fame weekend in Tulsa, Oklahoma! For my 50th birthday, my wife hooked me up with tickets to this incredible event, packed with BMX legends, jaw-dropping bikes, and the vibrant BMX community. (I love her so much!) Held at the USA BMX National Headquarters and Hall of Fame Museum, this event was a true celebration of BMX history and the thriving scene today.
Few bikes have defined a generation of innovation and design the way Mongoose’s iconic designs of the 1970s and 1980s did for BMX. To celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary, Mongoose is re-releasing limited quantities of three of its most recognizable early products. Next month, fans will be able to purchase special edition Mongoose Supergoose and FS-1 bikes, as well as the legendary Mongoose Motomag III wheels, on mongoose.com.
Supergoose: An ’80s Icon
We are delighted to launch this new model, a limited edition release of Redlines fast and formidable race bike, an absolutely classic piece of technology from the back catalog. Welcome to the Vintage Redline Proline Race project.Conceived and designed in 1977, the prototype Redline Proline landed in the evolving BMX Market as a fast and technical pro-level race bike. But the Proline wasn't just a bike; it was a testament to Redline's commitment to performance and innovation. This ambitious yet assured brand ethos supported the innovative culture on which the company was founded in 1974, and the Proline's groundbreaking and original design characteristics position it as a legendary race bike from a legendary era.
What happened to Kuwahara BMX?
The Vintage Redline Proline project takes us into vintage race territory for the first time. In Redline’s 50th year as a storied BMX Brand, we unanimously decided that the Proline was the project that underscored what we all love about Redline and its rich history. Although we are inching towards the end of 2024, we cannot wait to indulge the Proline and deliver something special to the many of you out there who love and appreciate this iconic Redline model.
Of the many emails we receive, the Proline is by far the model that invokes the most pride, emotion, and enthusiasm. Proline guys have deep knowledge of the roots of the brand, and a deep connection
Behind-the-Scenes Footage: Watch Eddie gear up and get ready for the big event.
BEST PRIVATE BMX COLLECTION - RARE 80's Old School GT Survivors! By BMX Freestyle Fanatic
I visited the most amazing private BMX collection I've ever seen. Not just 1 but 28 old school 80's GT Pro Freestyle Tours many in SURVIVOR condition!
The Peregrine Master BMX Third Generation Mag dropped last week with new colors and hub technology. Michael and his team have recreated a stunning reissue wheel, and the latest drop includes four new limited edition colors and a new batch of stealthy black.
100 of each will be molded at Skyway in the USA. Delivery is a little out and these beauties are already selling fast.
Colours:
Kiwi
Dreamsicle
Radberry
Neptune
Magnesium
Frogtown BMX 2024! // Hot Racing & Hot Bikes! By Snakebite BMX
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.