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A quick look at the history of BMX brand Powerlite, from its beginnings as Peddlepower in the mid '70s, to the present day.

Tragic Fate of SE bicycles founder. Today we are looking at part two of the Scot Breithaupt saga. He is one of the godfathers of BMX and founder of SE bmx bikes.

The Redline RL 20 II Prostyler is not just a bike; it's a beast. This four-year project has been long and arduous, but it is a testament to our passion and dedication to producing authentic products for the BMX community and your commitment to owning and appreciating them. Every one of these bikes exists because you committed to order one. Every time you look at or ride that bike, remind yourself of that.It's a BMX bike born from a brand of innovation and complexity that Redline built its reputation on, celebrated in the present for its timeless functional and graphic design, its almost mythical role in Freestyle history, and its versatility as a rideable Freestyle bike. We've poured our hearts into the RL 20 II, and we're grateful to everyone who has supported this project and made a purchase.

After receiving another record-setting number of votes, and after some super tight races for the final Inductee spot, USABMX are proud to introduce you to this year's Class of 2024:

-Modern Freestyle: Jay Miron
-Early Freestyle: Hugo Gonzalez
-Early Freestyle: Jeff Watson
-Industry: Freestylin' staff (Lew/Andy/Spike)
-Modern Racer: Maris Strombergs
-Early Racer: Bobby Woods
-Women Racer: Kim Hayashi
-Track Operator: Debbie Kelley

SEPTEMBER 20 - 22

FRIDAY - SEPT. 20
Reception Party @ BMX HoF Museum
Join us for drinks and appetizers with the Class of 2024,
along with other guests and BMX legends.

Name: E (Six-Pack-To-Go)
Hometown: Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
Started riding BMX in: As a kid in the '80s, just around town, never raced or rode anything organized.
Number of bikes in the collection: Fluctuates but I’ve had up to 50 at one time.

Do you remember the moment that you decided to start collecting BMX memorabilia?
Six-Pack-to-go: Yes, at was at the Race of Gentlemen in Wildwood NJ years ago and I saw a woman riding a Skyway TA and I was like damn, my buddy had that bike. That’s what sparked it. It was probably 2017.

You've got a museum in your shed, how often do you go in and just sit there with a 6-pack looking at all the stuff?

Name: Brett Jackson
Hometown: Hudson, Massachusetts, USA
Started riding: 1983
Number of bikes: 22

Do you remember the moment that you decided to start collecting BMX memorabilia?
Brett Jackson: Yes, absolutely. I’m still green in the BMX collecting hobby. About 2 1/2 years ago I was looking for bikes for my twins. One wanted a BMX, one a mountain bike. While searching for a good quality bmx, all of the old feelings of riding came flooding back. I ended up buying my son a 2016 Redline and myself a 1998(?) GT. I quickly learned the difference between old school, mid school, etc.  I became determined to build a few old BMX bikes for my kids to ride. I found a couple great local guys into the hobby that turned me onto great Facebook groups. I was hooked.

What kind of bikes do you focus on?
Brett Jackson: I focus on bikes from late '70-s to mid '80-s. I do not like to go beyond 1985. (I have one or two beyond '85). I love both race and freestyle. I started collecting freestyle, and fell in love with so many race bikes.

All about the Torker Pro-X frame and why YOU need it!

Name: Bill Ryan
Hometown: Apple Valley, CA - USA
Started riding BMX in: Torrance, CA - USA
Number of bikes in your collection: I have never counted —— and I am afraid if I do the number will scare me.

Since you were part of BMX in the early days over in California do you wish you had saved more from the early days?

A brief clip of a 1979 skateboarding doc. that first aired in 1980 on public access. This clip features Marina del Rey skatepark as well as my father and myself skating doubles together. It was hosted by Tony Alva and Dave Hackett.

BMX at 48 seconds in.

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