The year kicks off with the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle Park & Flatland World Cup from 22 to 25 February 2024 in Japan at the magnificent Enoshima venue, and registration is now open for riders! It’s showtime for the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup season, and it's the city of Enoshima in Japan, that will be hosting the best athletes competing in BMX Freestyle Park and BMX Freestyle Flatland in the men's and women's categories from 22 to 25 February.
The fact that time flies is a good sign. It means it's not dragging on. At FATBMX we managed to pull of another year of bringing you the latest and greatest BMX coverage. 2023 is over and luckily it was a busy year once again. We missed the travel days with Covid and then accepted every opportunity in 2023 to get out there. It resulted in trips to Switzerland, France, the USA, Scotland, Germany, China, Belgium, Spain, Chile, and the UAE to see what's going on in BMX. We then covered the events on the site and shared photos and videos on out social media channels for everyone to enjoy.
2024 is looking good already with many BMX jams, gatherings, competitions, UCI World Cups (Japan/France?....), the Olympic Qualifier Series in China and Hungary, The UCI World Championships in Abu Dhabi and other activities happening. It's the Olympic year so expect us to be in Paris this upcoming summer to report from the biggest sporting event on earth.
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TSG is head over heels to announce a match made in heaven, as they welcome BMX mistress of tricks and all-round amazing Ms Nikita Ducarroz to the Global Team. Team riders at the core to what we do at TSG, not only because we love keeping these amazing tricksters safe while sending at their best, but also because when our team rocks TSG gear with style, humility, and grace, they validate everything that we do. That’s why we are over the moon to announce the addition of Swiss American BMX star Nikita Ducarroz to our Global Team roster.
Nikita is not only an Olympic Bronze medallist and winner of a treasure trove of other accolades,
Redline are pleased to share access to a limited quantity of Vintage-Custom and Classic Flyte Tech seats from our friends at Fortyonethirty. The custom colors are available in limited numbers as a one-off project and complement many Freestyle bikes from the 1980s era, including Redline and Haro. The seats are available at the link below through Sunday evening, and your purchase will ship no later than Monday 18th, with tracking provided. The fortyonethirty store will close on Monday 18th December and reopen Wednesday 27th December.
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Hurricane Group and UCI are pleased to announce the first two rounds of the 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup, to be hosted in Enoshima, Japan, and Montpellier, France. The additional rounds of the 2024 calendar will be announced at the beginning of next year. The 2024 UCI BMX Freestyle World Cup kicks off in style, in the beautiful location of Enoshima, Japan. Japan has previously played host to the contest in 2018 and 2019 and FISE couldn’t be more delighted to once again hold an event in this amazing country.
This first UCI World Cup stop will see some of the world’s best BMX Freestyle athletes compete in both the Park and Flatland formats, with categories open for Men and Women.
The competition will be part of the Enoshima Wave Fest, a unique and exciting new event combining BMX Freestyle, Live Music and a Food Festival.
UCI BMX FREESTYLE WORLD CUP (Park and Flatland)
ENOSHIMA, JAPAN
Part of ENOSHIMA WAVE FEST
22 - 25 FEBRUARY 2024
Enoshima, Fujisawa,
Kanagawa, 251-0036, Japan
When it comes to exploring the best of what Mother Nature has to offer while training for fitness for next season, you would be hard pushed to find anywhere more spectacular than Ireland. One of the best ways to check out what the Emerald Isle is all about is on two wheels, with the country packed with a plethora of expansive cycle routes. With that in mind, we have scoured the country to come up with four routes every avid cyclist should have on their list when they are in Ireland.
Inis Mor Loop
The Aran Islands are an important part of Irish culture and one of the best ways to experience this is by cycling the Inis Moor Loop. The route takes you past ancient stone forts and churches, while seal colonies and a vast array of wildlife will keep nature lovers extremely happy. The stone fort at Dun Aengus is well worth checking out, with the prehistoric monument offering some of the most spectacular views you will find in Ireland. Inis Mor is the most populated of the Aran islands, which means you will find enough pubs and restaurants along the route to keep you well fed and watered.
Waterford Greenway
The Waterford to Dungarvan Greenway runs south west along a historic railway line that operated from 1878 to the late 1970s. The route was redeveloped for cyclists in 2017 and is fairly flat from start to finish, making it the ideal place for families to explore a beautiful part of Ireland.
The Greenway runs through six different stages and covers just over 28 miles, so you may want to split up your journey if you are planning to complete it in a day. With plenty of pubs along the way and a ton of gorgeous scenery, this epic cycle route is what visits to Ireland are all about.
Dublin to Wicklow Mountains Loop
If you fancy embarking on a more expansive sports activity trip to Ireland, basing yourself in Dublin during the festive period is a great way to go about it. By scheduling to arrive on Boxing Day, you open the door to experience the annual Leopardstown Christmas Festival – an event that generates massive interest in gambling circles. All of the top 
Irish horse racing betting sites cover the National Hunt meeting, giving you the chance to grab some extra funds to fuel your cycling trip around the Dublin to Wicklow Mountains Loop. The 46-mile route can be spread over a few days, which allows you to follow the action from Leopardstown in a local pub before tackling the next stage of your journey.
Wild Atlantic Way
The Wild Atlantic Way cycle route is not for the faint-hearted, with the total distance of more than 1,500 miles taking you from Cork to Donegal. Serious cyclists can complete the entire route in week, but to get the most out of the experience you would be well advised to split it into bite-sized chunks. From stunning mountain trails to swimming in hidden coves along the rugged coastline, the Wild Atlantic Way is the ideal place to explore the west coast of Ireland. If the prospect of cycling the route leaves you feeling breathless before you start, it is now feasible to hire top quality electric bicycles at selected points along the way.
Now when BMX Freestyle is an Olympic sport, many are wondering how to bet on a Freestyle event and what bets have the best odds. Online crypto betting sites have already made qualifying events a part of their offer, providing fair odds and diverse betting options. In this article, we’ll explain all the ways you can bet on a BMX freestyle event and how to bet responsibly and increase your chances of winning. Our advice works regardless of the size of your bets or how into BMX events you are when you first start betting.
Where to Bet?
Numerous online betting sites provide a chance to bet on BMX Freestyle events, but the best way to go is to use one of the crypto betting sites instead of traditional bookmakers. If you’re wondering why chose crypto betting sites even though the odds are similar. The difference is that crypto sites can be used anonymously and the winnings are available right away.
When choosing which crypto betting site to use, it’s important to compare their odds, but also the special features they have to provide, such as bonuses, cashback options, and the ability to combine bets to get better payouts.
BMX Races
BMX, or Bicycle Motocross, is not just a sport about thrilling jumps and races; it's a comprehensive way for students to maintain their physical health. This dynamic sport combines cardiovascular exercise with strength training, flexibility, balance, and mental focus. In this article, we will explore how BMX training sessions contribute to students' physical well-being.
Cardiovascular Fitness and Endurance
A key aspect of BMX riding is its ability to boost cardiovascular fitness and endurance. This high-intensity sport requires riders to pedal vigorously, often over rough and varied terrain, which gets the heart pumping. This cardiovascular workout is excellent for heart health, improving blood circulation, and increasing lung capacity.
During BMX training, students engage in interval training, alternating between intense bursts of activity and fixed periods of less intense activity or rest. This type of training is highly effective at improving endurance and cardiovascular health. Moreover, BMX riding is enjoyable and engaging, so students are likelier to stick with it, leading to consistent cardiovascular exercise. That said, overindulgence in this fun sport can lead to poor grades. Of course, modern students can always Google “Can I pay someone to do my homework?” and find qualified academic aid online. This is a good way to ensure steady academic performance regardless of your extracurricular activities.
Shoes specifically designed for BMX. The Vans pro riders have helped with these. They ride in the exact same shoes. And there are options. From high-tops to slip-ons to mids to low-top, they come with the approved Vans BMX sole. If you know how much Dennis Enarson and Kevin Peraza rip, you know that the shoes work. Take a look at www.vans.eu/bmx to see what's in stock. Pick your size. Pick your colour. Choose your favourite model as they're Specifically Designed with BMX in Mind.
They're born from BMX. Made to handle the unique support and durability needs specific to BMX, the innovative, vulcanized mid-top style of the 114 for instance keeps you riding longer and progressing faster.
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