The legends of BMX came together for an unforgettable event! Eddie Fiola, the “King of the Skateparks,” joined countless BMX influencers and racers to celebrate the release of Birth of the Freestyle Movement. From the mastermind behind Freestyle Magazine, Bob Osborn, and his iconic staff, to creative powerhouses Jeff Tremaine and Spike Jonze, the evening was packed with inspiration, nostalgia, and the pioneers who shaped BMX freestyle.
The dust has settled on an amazing day of BMX History celebration in Laguna Beach, and the remaining book inventory is open for sale. In addition, we offer the final inventory of the custom collaboration Vans - a shoe package - The BMX Wafflecup slipon featuring Bob Haro and Bob Morales - at an excellent $ rate.
USA shipping is FREE on all items - and everything ships from inventory.
For overseas customers, we are negotiating distribution options with sources in the UK, Germany, and Australia. Because the book weighs a hefty 7 lbs, shipping outside the United States is expensive.
We got the August 2001 Ride BMX cover bike that Vic Murphy rode! Dirt brother decked out with all Odyssey parts.
Back in 95 myself and Fids took a trip to California to experience the American dream, we stayed in HB with Neal Wood, Chris Moeller, Steve Emig and Jason Timmy Ball, who’d moved to California the year before and was working at S&M bikes.
One for the locals and travelers coming into town early, on Thursday, the day prior to the Birth of the BMX Freestyle Movement Book Launch, our host Rivian will screen the movie Rad in the main auditorium of their South coast Theater. Details are as follows…
Rivian Presents: RAD
Join us at Rivian South Coast Theater for a screening of RAD on Thursday, January 16th.
RAD
If you're looking for a feel-good, nostalgia-packed film with a dose of high-energy BMX action, "RAD'' is an absolute must-watch. Even if you didn't experience the 80s firsthand, "RAD'' is a thrilling and heartwarming journey that transcends generations.
Doors 6:30 pm
Film 7:00 pm
RSVP here: Rivian Presents: RAD
Parking Information at Rivian South Coast Theater
Downtown Laguna offers paid parking around the corner. There's also plenty of bike parking available if you'd like to roll up on two wheels.
The 1980's was such an important time in BMX history where freestyle was born and transformed into a culture that has lived on ever since! Today we are going over the most influential riders from the 1980's as "Fish" our favorite old school BMX historian gives us insight and knowledge about these BMX legends including Eddie Fiola, Mike Dominguez, Brian Blyther, Ron Wilkerson, RL Osborn, Mike Buff, Dennis "DMC" McCoy, Dave Nourie, Kevin Jones, Martin Aparilo, Mat Hoffman and more!
The Birth of the BMX Freestyle Movement Global Edition book launch and history celebration will be held on January 17th, 2025, at Rivian South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach, California. The Rivian Electric Vehicle Company will host us at its refurbished and iconic South Coast Theater on PCH in Laguna Beach. The Vans shoe company will also support the event. We have an incredible venue and a unique opportunity to unite the deep-rooted BMX community, which spans 50 years, in a way that hasn't been done before and may not happen again. The event will offer unlimited food and beverages, along with opportunities to meet and greet a large group of the books contributors. Registration to attend is mandatory due to limited space, and we expect spots to fill up quickly. Please note that registration on the day of the event will not be available. Let's kick off 2025 with something exciting to enjoy and anticipate!
This event will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate the phenomenal story and culture of BMX Freestyle among legends and fans in a beautiful venue right in the heartland of the BMX story.
During the evening, we will celebrate Wizard Publications founder Bob Osborn, our Guest of Honor, for his deep contributions to BMX Culture.
First half of Chris Moeller from S&M walk thru of the Powers BMX museum.
Framed Australian BMX Documentary charts the birth, history and future of BMX in Australia.
Chris Moeller of S&M bikes walks thru the powers bmx museum with alot of stories.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.