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Name: Mike Miller
Age: 18
Hometown: Tadley, UK. (the centre of the universe)

You seem to be getting around alright, who's helping you out?
Mike: I've had alot of help and support from a few different people,, but mainly Carlo Griggs at Proper Bikes.. also my parents and grandad have helped out alot. So thanks so much for that!

What are a few contests you entered in 2006?
Mike: In summer there was alot going on. I got to go to so many places like... Sprite Urban Games, Nokia FISE, the Suzuki Masters, The Rebel Jam and then recently the Etnies Backyard Jam and V.U (Pessac) just a couple of weeks ago!

Do you feel the traveling is part of what BMX is all about or are you hating life when your carboard bike box is falling apart again being in transit? 

So much has been going on at the Stile Camp recently that we have been out of touch with everybody so here is a quick and very important update. Transit Race 8 is finished and being shipped to all of your favorite shops and mail order shops as you read this, get your copy now! Or go to stileindustries.com to preview it and order it online directly from us.

We have also just launched a brand new website that has fully operational Transit previews as well as music from the video's and best yet a shopping cart that will allow you to get all of your favorite Stile Clothing and Transit video's directly from us in time for Christmas, with FREE SHIPPING. bmx4life

Justin Travis

Vans @ The Block of Orange, will be hosting an exclusive Pro BMX Camp on December 28th and 29th. Vans BMX Pro riders Cory Nastazio, Robbie Morales and some friends will be on the scene instructing. Don't miss this Rare opportunity to be instructed by "NASTY" himself! Cost is $150 for members and $175 for nonmembers (must bring own bike). Spots are very limited so call today! Vans Skatepark @ The Block- 714.769.3800. For more details check out the Vans website. 

NOVEMBER, 2006 - Sidewall Distribution is pleased to announce the addition of a new brand to their ever-expanding line of distributed goods. Effective immediately, Sidewall will be responsible for the exclusive distribution of SMPLBMX in the U.S.A. 

Gilbert, Arizona—November, 2006— The ABA (American Bicycle Association) will hold the 29th annual Grandnationals of BMX (Bicycle Motocross) November 23-26, 2006 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The annual finale to the 27 race national event series is always important for the racers and exciting for family and spectators. This is “the” event where the national titles are determined and racing careers are made. The Grandnationals is also highlighted by other highly anticipated special events and activities.

The ABA Grandnationals attracts 3000 racers and spectators from around the world to Tulsa each year. Tulsa has become home to this event because of the central location and the huge open-span building that allows for the massive indoor dirt track to be constructed. Racers and spectators wait each year for the annual Hall of Fame awards, that honor the people who have made notable contributions to BMX. The racing heroes, company founders and innovators are honored at a banquet the day before Thanksgiving. The Golden Crank Awards are also held during this BMX spectacular. This award is given to a Rookie Pro, Pro, Team and Bicycle brand chosen by the people.

Alexis from Belgium sent in the flyer for the upcoming flatland jam in Menen (Belgium). Everyone that feels like some chilled (or should we say heated?) winter sessions in a huge sports hall with a good atmosphere and nice people/riding; you know what to do. Date: 6&7 January 2007. Place: JC Petrol / J&M Sabbestr. 163a, 8930 Menen, Belgium. Doors open Saturday 1:30 - 8:30pm. Sunday: 1:30 - 7:00pm.

Name: Henry Davis
Age: 36
Hometown: San Diego, California

How long did you work at a bike shop before you decided to start your own?
Henry: I worked at a skate shop called Hamel's in Mission Beach for 11 years. We rented beach cruisers and did some bicycle repairs, but it wasn't a real bike shop. I worked at a normal bike shop for 3 months before I opened my own shop.

Amsterdam, November 15, 2006 - Flatground is back! We are proud to announce that on December 16 and 17 flatland riders from all four corners of the world will get together once again for the annual Flatground contest. A new location, a new main sponsor, another party, a different program, but still the same event. Find the first news here!

After our brief flirt with the breakdance community last year, our main focus for Flatground06 is once again to please and inspire the flatland riders. As we are riders ourselves, we want everyone, from amateur to professional, to experience Flatground to the fullest. Have a look at what we have lined up for you!

November 15, 2006 - 4Down Distribution is proud to announce the addition of four successful brands to its growing range of BMX goods. Effective as of January 1, 2007, 4Down Distribution will be responsible for the exclusive U.K. distribution of S&M Bikes, Fit Bike Co., Metal Bikes and Revenge Industries. The four brands, housed under the S&M Bikes flag in Santa Ana, California, offer a wide range of products, from high-end U.S. made frames, forks and handlebars (S&M, Fit, Metal), to a full line of complete bikes (Fit), to high-end components (Revenge Industries).

Alansbmx.com are pleased to announce a sponsorship agreement with Madison for the 2007 BMX race season for their brands Shimano, Thor and Giro. Shimano through Madison will be supplying the all-new DXR groupsets to the BCF’s number one team for 2007. The Team riders will be running full DXR groupsets on their machines which comprise hubs, brakes and cranks. A display bike will be present at all BCF National BMX events showcasing the SHIMANO DXR range. To reflect this partnership the team will be known as ALANS/SHIMANO DXR.