Name: Toby Henderson
Started riding in: 1972
Teams represented: DG, Raleigh, Hutch, SE, GT, Iron Horse.
Was pretty much everyone on a Stingray when they raced Bicycle Motocross at BUMS in 1973?
Toby Henderson: I know I was on one. The rest of the guys... I'm sure there were some Huffy's on the field :)
At age 12, was the Stingray actually a perfect fit for you?
Toby Henderson: I didn't know better, but it handled everything better than any other bike I rode at that time. It was funny you asked because I was the first one to get a Schwinn Scrambler/prototype, a straight tube version of the Stringray. The head tube was so slacked out, it was almost unrideable. Not sure if they ever fixed that as I went on to ride for DG later on.
Did you do many of the downhill BMX races when they were around?
Toby Henderson: Yes, I remember one in San Diego where I crashed really hard. On the Yarnell track, I was scared to death just to go out of the starting gate.
How many bikes would break at a race like that?
After a distinguished and impactful tenure with American BMX Company, Toby Henderson announces his departure from the company, effective November 2023. This transition marks the end of a successful chapter and opens the door to new opportunities for both parties. Toby Henderson is a well-respected figure in the BMX and MTB industry, boasting an impressive legacy as a multi-time bicycle champion in both BMX and MTB disciplines. With an extraordinary track record as an award- winning product developer (having received 20 industry accolades), Toby Henderson has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation in the industry.
Throughout his career, Toby Henderson has not only excelled as an athlete and innovator but has also played a vital role in the industry's business landscape. He has founded, acquired, and overseen numerous brands, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
ABC is excited to announce the launch of President of Box Toby Henderson’s new venture, American BMX Company (ABC), co-founded with Canadian entrepreneur and ex-BMX Racer Marc Côté. Côté, who has an extensive background in robotic engineering as well as film and television production, raced BMX in his youth and sought out Multi-Champion BMX and MTB Racer Henderson a couple years ago when he wished to get involved in the bike business.
Together Côté and Henderson acquired and relaunched the BMX brand “Race Inc.”, designing innovative frames for BMX racing bikes equipped with Box Components. ABC, parent company of multiple yet-to-be-revealed brands including Race Inc. developed by Côté and Henderson, will offer a broad range of bicycle components and accessories featuring a blend of modern technology and retro design. With this new alliance, Henderson’s primary goal remains to bring more innovation to bikes and components alike. “With ABC, I can create way more for BMX. Côté’s expertise in engineering, videography, and computer
Isaac and Craig talk with Toby Henderson
You'll all recognize this familiar and friendly face as Alec Bob's. After all, he's been racing BMX for years and has a World Title (2017) to boast about; although he doesn't! Alec's passion drives him to continuously work on his racing skills, and goals.
Box Components Factory tour with Toby Henderson by USABMX.
After doing a BMX 'zine for ten years (1987 - 1996) FATBMX made it on the internet. The year was 1998. Here to stay.