Name: Jayce Cunning
Sponsors: Speedco BMX, Avian Brand, Seven MX, Ethika, Carters Transport, Haydens Floor Coverings, Michram Industries, Cardiff Earthworks
Mechanic: Jayce Cunning haha.
When's the last time you took your new bike to the track?
Jayce Cunning: I was actually at the track yesterday doing some coaching but I didn’t ride a lot. Before that the last time I took it would have been the start of December as we have had plenty of rain around and I also hurt my shoulder so riding hasn’t really been on the agenda the past month.
Has Covid made riding your bike difficult?
Jayce Cunning: At the beginning of covid I didn’t ride at all as the tracks were completely closed. Fortunately our beaches were open for activities so I was able to go surfing everyday to keep sane. Although, once the tracks opened towards the end of the year I rode more than I probably ever have. I was loving being back on my bike, filming for my “Cunno’s World” YouTube videos and taking ramps to the BMX Tracks to change it up, have fun and entertain the youngsters.
Name: Tom Tucker
Sponsors: Factory Full Tilt, Radio Raceline, Fly Racing, Promax Components, Tioga, HT Components, BMX International.
Mechanic: Tsquared Bike co
9 times world champion at age 15. Where (what countries) has BMX taken you so far?
Tom Tucker: Countries I have raced in so far are New Zealand, USA, England, Colombia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Netherlands and Australia of course.
Congrats on winning the 2020 Sam WIlloughby Medallist award. Did it come as a surprise?
Name: Thomas Jouve
Sponsors: Spad BMX, Sport RAD Distribution, Race Company, White tree, Lempdes BMX Auvergne, No logo.
Mechanic: Myself
What was your very first BMX bike?
Thomas Jouve: I got a Sunn Bicycle for Christmas when I was 5.
How much different is it from the one you're racing today?
Thomas Jouve: It was way smaller! Just a regular junior size BMX, straight from the shop. Nowadays all the parts are selected from what is the best for me and my riding.
What is a new product that you thought was very welcome in BMX?
Thomas Jouve: I think the disk brake was very welcome. At first I was hesitant but then I put one on my bike and liked it.
Name: Kristens Krigers
Age: 24
Hometown: Jelgava, Latvia
Sponsors: StayStrong, Box, Tioga, ODI
Instagram: @kristenskrigers
What parts do you change most often?
Kristens Krigers: I would say most often I change my gear ratio for training processes but like for parts that needs to be changed it’s grips & tires.
Name: Wouter Segers
Sponsors: TVE sport, JEE-O, Meybo Bikes, Shimano Benelux, Renthal cycling, 6D helmets, fisthandwear Europe.
Mechanic: Jan Segers
When's the last time you took your bike to the track?
Wouter Segers: Actually yesterday in the morning, I had a track session where we should have our nationals in a few weeks time.
Have you missed riding your bike during the Covid-19 situation?
Wouter Segers: In the beginning it a was struggling with a small injury so I couldn’t ride my bike anyway, but after a few weeks of lockdown I think every BMX rider wanted to go back to the track as soon as possible. So yeah I missed riding my bike a lot during those days!
Are you often picked to try out new parts for the team?
Wouter Segers: Most of the time my dad is the one who comes with the new parts so then I am the obvious choice I guess. But I really like to do that kind of testing so I don’t mind being the first, and I
Name: Rachel Mydock
Sponsors: Remix BMX, Faith Racing, Tangent Products, Arma Energy
Mechanic: Myself, Friends, or anyone who can help :)
How do you like the looks of your current bike?
Rachel Mydock: Personally, I really enjoy the look of my bike this year! The Remix wheels are one of the best looking wheels out there and pretty much are going to look great with anything! I have always wanted to have a chrome frame, so it was super cool that I was able to ride a chrome Rift frame from Tangent this year.
Is it a challenge each year to get a good racing bike together for the new season?
Name: Brooke Crain
Sponsors: Haro, Rockstar, Tachi palace, Fly, Tangent, Remix, HT components
Mechanic: Used to be my dad.. now Rachel
How long have you been riding a carbon frame now?
Brooke Crain: Since Haro came out with one in 2013
Where do you see the biggest benefit of racing a light bike?
Brooke Crain: I’m not a very big person so there’s never been any need for me to have a heavy bike.
Are there any disadvantages (running a light bike)?
Brooke Crain: Not that I know. Everyone has their own opinions on carbon vs aluminum but I prefer my carbon.
How do you like the feel and look of your bike?
Brooke Crain: I love it. It’s my personal favorite and my own signature color way so of course I love it.
Do you ever switch to flat pedals for some cruising around the block, a session at the pump-track
Name: Dorte Balle
Sponsors: Staats Bikes, Ciari Parts, Centrano, PC Racing, SkatePro, Skive Elite
Mechanic: Myself (And my dad once in a while)
How do you like the looks of your current bike?
Dorte Balle: Honestly I like the red frame I race at the moment the most! I’ve raced some other colors as well but this one is the one I like the most. Especially with the black parts, make it looks really good!
Is it a challenge each year to get a good racing bike together for the new season?
Dorte Balle: I’ve been racing for Staats Bicycles the last 4 years and they have given me the opportunity to have a new bike and parts each year which I'm so thankful for!
Name: Tyler Brown
Sponsors: 316 Racing - DK Bikes- Aztec Fire & Safety - ODI Grips - Fly Racing - Havoc Goggles - Tioga Tires - Onyx Hubs - Broski Sound - Box Components - Chula Vista BMX - San Diego BMX - Ryno Power
Mechanic: Tyler Brown
How long have youbeen riding for DK now?
Tyler Brown: This will be my 4th year!
How do you like the feel and look of your bike?
Tyler Brown: Honestly no sponsor hype here. I have rode for a lot of brands over my 20+ years of racing. My DK is my fav bike ever!
Name: Laura Smulders
Sponsors: TVE Sport, JEE-O Unique Bathrooms, Meybo, Shimano, Tioga, Renthal, 6D Helmets, Fist Handwear, We Lift, Toyota Ramaker Hattem
Mechanic: Jan Segers
How long have you been riding the frame that you are currently on?
Laura Smulders: One week exactly.
What happened to your old bike?
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.