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by Shane Jenkins/bmxultra.com
Well it's that time of year again, time where I start to
panic that I am going away to take a break and there's still so
much to do to make sure that BSX will run smoothly. While talking
about the BSX it's only a month away now, I must thank Matt Dickinson
and Maddy and Jye Denholm and the crew for all their help recently
and keeping me motivated. But most importantly Christmas and New
Year are upon us. Happy holidays to all and stay safe. I will
try to make time for updates over the break, but no promises.
by bmxultra.com
Here are the remainder of our 2007 nominations for the bmxultra.com
Hall of Fame, we have had to trim more names than we would have
likes, but we had to start somewhere and there's always next year
for additional nominations.
Wayne
McIntosh (New South Wales)
#3 Australia 1984
Wayne McIntosh was the face of GT in the early 80's, the factory
team pro rider. While he never actually won a national #1 in the
open or pro classes he was always a contender taking out many
big wins at some of the biggest races in the country. In 1984
Wayne was the fastest Australian rider to cross the line at the
national championships, however the Australian BMX Association,
as it was known then had paid for Kuwahara's world champions Clint
Miller and Gary Ellis to attend. They took the #1 and #2. At that
point Wayne was off GT and riding for himself, having started
a business called MACCA, which didn't seem to go too far. He made
an appearance at the 1985 Championships at Launceston in Tasmania
wearing SE colours, and the number 9 on his plate that he became
known for using.
Leigh
Egan (Victoria)
#1 Australia 1985-1987, #1 World 1984
Leigh Egan was a very promising amateur racing for the
Crossrider team in his early years, and he quickly established
himself as a pro. He won the #1 in the 17 & Over class at
the World Championships in Japan in 1984 and was quickly signed
by GT, for whom he won the 1985 Australian championships. As the
golden boy of Australian BMX he won races such as Australia's
biggest pro event ever held that the Logan City BMX track in Queensland
it had $10,000 up for grabs. The prize pool was enough to attract
riders from all over the country as well as a couple of US riders.
A racing accident which saw Leigh in hospital for microsurgery
to have the tips of his fingers reattached after catching his
hand in the chain of a fellow rider at the PRM Cash Dash very
nearly ended his racing career. Like a true champion Leigh recovered
and returned to racing at the Australian Championships at Woolongong
NSW in 1988. Not able to return to the level he was accustomed
to he retired shortly afterwards
Darren
Miller (Western Australia)
#1 Australia 1983
Darren Miller's story is one of some luck, but BMX has
always been about being in the right place at the right time.
At the 1983 National Championships at Ashmore Qld Darren was awarded
the #1 plate after Jamie Hales was disqualified and their positions
reversed. Darren was injured for the 1984 National Championships
at Byford in his home state of Western Australia and unable to
defend the #1. Shortly after that Darren traveled to europe where
he had some success racing BMX but quickly faded out of the scene
altogether. He was part of the track committee for the 1999 Australia
Championships held indoor at Perth WA and raced the event to win
the cruiser class for his age division.
Steve
Cassap (Victoria)
Cassap
Steve Cassap was another Victorian rider to cross over
to BMX from motocross racing, and another who started at a Pat
Dillon organised event. Steve had some good results against tough
competition but then his number plate manufacturing business took
over and he was left without the time to train. Also an accomplished
freestyler in the early days he was Australia's answer to Bob
Haro, right down to the cartoons. Steve toured with Bob Haro on
his Australian tour in 1984 which saw them both performing at
the Australian BMX racing championships at Byford, WA. The June/July
1984 BMX News magazine documents Steve Cassap's marriage to his
long time girlfriend Karen as the wedding of the year that Bob
Hard actually flew out to, and stood at Steve's side as his best
man. The brand was sold in the late 80's, the Cassap name still
lives on in BMX racing today, with riders like former Australian
Elite Champions Peter Trenwith and Tanya Bailey still wearing
the race gear.
Chuck
May (New South Wales)
Invada
Invada was another racewear brand that was started in
the early days of BMX. Chuck May started the business when his
son Darren and his friends were after spare parts and equipment.
Recognising a hole market Chuck quickly stated up a small pro
shop and, soon after, moved into making his own line of race clothing.
Invada was a household name for over a decade with it's most popular
products being the pad sets, number plates and race wear. Chuck
and his Invada products were seen at every major event on the
east coast of Australia.
Brian Pierce/Judith and Richard Turesson (Queensland)
Peddlepower
Peddlepower is Australia's equivalent to American brands
like Max or M&M. Most on the early Australian race teams had
pants made by Peddlepower and jersey's as well for some of them.
Early in the piece it seemed like everyone was wearing Peddlepower
from the grass roots riders to the full factory team riders. The
company was started by Brian Pierce who went on to distribute
GT Bicycles as well. When GT seemed to have dominated the market
in the late 80's Peddlepower was sold to Judith and Richard Turesson,
parents of X-games downhill specialist Travis. Travis won and
was disqualified at the 1996 Australian Championships wearing
Peddlepower gear, the same gear he used as a rookie making a name
for himself on the US race circuit. Last we heard Peddlepower
was in "semi retirement".
by bmxultra.com
While racing in the US this year I had the fortune to meet
Deanna Jamieson who, returning to racing after 18 years off, I
found a great inspiration. Most of this interview was written
before the ABA Grands. Deanna did go on to win her class and cross
of a life long dream from her list of achievements.
Click
here to read the interview with Supercross' Deanna Jamieson.
SINZ press release
The SINZ Headset line is all new from SINZ Racing Components.
There are 3 different models to choose from - Pro, Expert, and
Integrated style. Here are the features for each-
SINZ
Pro Headset features include-
Full 7075 T6 CNC Alloy Cups and Top Cap
Hi Rolling ACB Ceramic Bearings
Stainless Steel Fork Race
SINZ Expert Headset features include-
Stainless Steel/Alloy Cups and Alloy Top Cap
Hi Rolling Cartridge Bearings
Stainless Steel Fork Race
SINZ Integrated Headset features include-
Campagnolo Compatible Size
Hi Rolling ACB Ceramic Bearings
Stainless Steel Fork Race
SINZ Headsets are available for both 1” or 1 1/8th”
head tube sizes for each of the 3 different models. They come
in Black only and have at a suggested retail price of $24.99 for
the Expert Line, $39.99 for the Integrated Line, and $59.99 for
the Pro Line of headsets.
All of SINZ Racing Products can be found at bike shops world wide.
For more information on SINZ, please visit www.SINZ-Racing.com
SINZ has a full offering for riders of an affordable line of high quality BMX race products. SINZ offers products in a wide variety of sizes and colors as well as having different price levels of components. From inexpensive quality parts to full on Pro race level items, SINZ has an offering for everyone.
by bmxultra.com
We all know what a fantastic community the extended BMX family
is when it comes to hospitality. If there are any kind folks out
there with some room in their car (and on the bike rack) and a
spare bed (or somewhere to crash) from Sunday to Saturday of Track
Attack Derrick Mellish from Queensland is making the trip down
with his father for the first weekend, but after that his father
is returning home and he'd like to stay on and finish out the
week of racing. If you can help him out email Derrick at derrickmellish_43@msn.com.
by bmxultra.com
After finalising our 2007 nominations for the bmxultra.com
Hall of Fame, it's time to tell you who these guys were and how
they influenced BMX racing in Australia. We will try to describe
a few at a time to make it easier on both of us, they are listed
in no particular order.
Jamie
Hales (Victoria)
#1 Australia 1981 & 1982, #2 World 1981
Jamie Hales, was the first superstar of Australian BMX. At the
age of 16 Jamie made the switch from motocross to BMX. He finished
3rd in the open class at the 1980 Australian Championships which
was a 2 round series (Ryde NSW/Brisbane Qld). In 1981 Jamie took
out the open class winning his first national crown, he went on
to race in America traveling with Mongoose team mates Dean Crisp
and Mathew Weeks and took second at the world championships. He
followed that up in 1982 with a second win at the Australian Championships,
this time in front of a home crowd at the Waverly track. It was
about this point that Jamie Hales became a household name, regularly
making appearances on TV and was the face of BMX racing on the
back of weetbix packets across the country. At Ashmore Qld in
1983 Hales continued to dominate having won his third national
championships only to be stripped of the win. Jamie was confused
with another Mongoose team member who had caused interference
at the start of the race, Western Australia's Darren Miller was
awarded the #1 that year and Jamie had to settle for second. In
1985 Mongoose USA was sold and Jamie was out of a job which lead
to him fading out of the sport. He returned briefly in 1998 won
the Australian Championships and crashed while leading his final
at the UCI world championships in Melbourne. Jamie also made an
appearance in 2006 at the BSX, he still rides a BMX bike to this
day.
Pauline
Williams (Victoria)
#1 Australia 1984 & 1985, #1 World 1984
Pauline Williams is the daughter of Keith WIlliams of
the Keith Williams medal that BMX Victoria continue to award for
outstanding effort at the Victorian Championships. Having won
the 16+ girls class at Suzuka in Japan in 1984 she is the first
of a string of Australian women who have won the pinnacle class
at the world championships. Pauline was well known for her strong
riding style and often raced in the men's classes for extra competition,
she also was a very confident jumper and had a unique "ski
jump" jumping style that gave her an edge over her competition.
In the first round of qualifying at the 1984 national championships
at Byford WA Pauline fell in the first straight only to get back
on her bike and back into the lead in the final straight but fell
again just 20 meters before the finish line. She recovered from
the fall like a true champion and went on to win the event.
Dean
Crisp (Queensland)
#1 Australia (15 boys) 1980 & (Senior cruiser) 1983
Dean Crisp was on the Mongoose Team, after having won
the 15 boys class at the first ever Australian championships.
In 1981 Dean travelled with Jamie Hales to the US to gain valuable
experience. started a company manufacturing number plates and
pads. The plates were different to others available at the time
with a super light and thin clear plastic panel that was printed
onto from behind, making them very popular for their time especially
with the weight conscious. Crisp then expanded to race gear. In
1983 he won the senior cruiser class at the Australian Championships
at Ashmore in his home state of Queensland. Late in 1984 Crisp
Bros added frames and forks to their product line. Dean left Mongoose
to promote his own company Crisp Brothers Racing. Dean may not
have the titles of his peers, but he was always a contender in
the early pro and open classes really dominating at major events
around Australia during the early to mid 80's.
Pat
Dillon (Victoria)
PRM (Pure Racing Machinery)
Pat Dillon is responsible for introducing BMX to Victoria having
run the first races as demonstration events at motocross tracks,
it's said that Jamie Hales showed up to race for his first time
at the second Pat Dillon run event. At 14 years old Pat's parents
helped him start PRM (Pure Racing Machinery) Australia's premier
BMX bike shop specialising in the finest BMX racing products on
the market then expanding to freestyle as well as the sport evolved.
He was also instrumental in getting the South Eastern BMX track
off the ground and creating the premier event in Australia through
the 80's and into the early 90's known as the PRM Cash Dash, it
was considered one of the most important races of the year, second
only to the National Championships. Pat was also quite handy on
a race track having raced at pro level until his late 20's. As
numbers began to dwindle in the BMX scene Pat closed the doors
of PRM and returned to motocross.
Paul Semmel (New South Wales)
PJ/MAD and importer of CW
Paul Semmel is one of the lesser known of our hall of
fame nominees. He was the man behind PJ race clothing, pads and
seat covers. Paul originally managed a retail store in Sydney,
but moved into manufacturing in 1983. The 100% hand made in Sydney
PJ products made a big impact on the Australian market in the
early to mid 80's. In a time where the Australian BMX industry
was at it's strongest PJ competed with Australian brands Invada
and Peddlepower as well as US brands like JT, AERO, and others
and still managed a to take a large market share. By 1984 the
MAD range of gear was also available. Paul pushed his product
into the MX market too with some success but eventually faded
out of BMX altogether. Paul was also the early distributor for
American brand CW that are now popular amongst the old schoolers
for their unique handlebar design, high quality chrome jobs and
the infamous "Z" frame. He had put together a strong
CW national team to help market the CW and his own PJ products.
Graeme
Stevenson (Queensland)
SLA (Super Light Alloy)
Graeme Stevenson was involved in BMX racing on many levels;
as a rider, official and an innovator as a frame manufacturer.
Graeme was as well know for his frames as he was for his excentric
outfits he would wear to the track, fortunatly his sence of "style"
wasn't transfered to his frame designs. In the early 80's, along
with SE Racing and Race Inc, he was one of few frame manufacturers
in the world toying with Alloy as a substitute for crome-moly.
He had much success across the country with his frames, especially
in Queensland. With his reputation as a master frame builder he
later went on to manufacture frames for other Australian companies
in addition to SLA. Graeme is infamous as the official who made
the controversial call that saw Jamie Hales stripped of his #1
Australia crown at Ashmore Qld in 1983.
More 2007 nominees to come.
Phirebird press release
Thankyou to all interested personnel’s for there input
towards the Phirebird training system. See below your answers
to your questions!
Why have TPB decided to add this style of coaching to
their list of coaching opportunities?
To let you know about why this program came about, it was being
noticed by various TPB coaches, that there are many BMX athletes
with many physical challenges preventing them from progressing
at a rate they could be capable of IF they addressed underlying
physical issues. This is even more so for the many female athletes
in the sport.
This program is designed to start bridging the gap between your current athletic limits and your potential. It is a foundation builder that will give you the best possible physical tools required to more effectively be able to handle the demands that the TPB coaches will place you under during your coaching sessions. For you this means you will receive more value from the future one-on-one or small group on-bike coaching sessions and progress at a faster more effective rate.
We decided that if we want you, the athlete, to get more out of our coaching session you need to be in better physical condition.
What makes this program different to any other training
program?
Even though all the programming and technology is all
shinny and impressive, and no one has come even close to what
we are doing in BMX coaching, it comes down to one thing - the
people behind it! Our coaches are amongst the best in the world
based on results, and our associate professional like our physical
preparation coach, masseuse, Dr’s etc. all work with elite
athletes who compete nationally and internationally. These people
are not just people who know a bit lifting weight or rehabilitating
injuries, these people do it for a living and get results!
Do you only coach people in the Queensland, Australia
region?
No. We have spent countless months coming up with a system
that makes you a better athlete no matter where you are in the
world! The way we coach is unique and allows us to train anyone
in the world who has access to the internet and phone.
How much, hands-on bike work do I receive and how can
I get it if I live in Brazil?
This is where the technology will come to play. Podcasts
will be one of the ways we can get this information to you among
others. We belief in being flexible in our approach to training
so there may be opportunities for things like live coaching or
conference calls for e.g.
What age group or level is this program recommended for?
Any! All aspects of the program are customised to your
needs based on the results of the assessment process. Our coaches
are skilful and experienced enough to be able to help you achieve
your goal no matter what age or level you are.
Would this program benefit my child for the coming National Titles? YES, like you would not believe if they are a willing student!!!!
Who do you currently coach?
Nice try! We respect the privacy of all our clients.
Names are only used if it is ok with the athletes but we never
talk about their private details, which is kept between the coach
and the athlete/guardian. What we can tell you is that last season
94% of our athletes achieved better results than the season before,
you just have to decide if these sorts of results are for you
or not!
Can I see a demo of what to expect regarding detail of
program?
This is tough considering that none of your programs
have been written yet because we know nothing about you. If we
showed you a sample program you would get nothing out of it because
you would not understand where it has come from. The best demo
we can give you is for you to do the program and see for yourself!
When does this program start?
It will be kicking off in the first week of January,
those who decide to take action will be more informed.
What happens to me after the 12 weeks is up?
That will be up to you. We expect great results if you
remain disciplined throughout the 12 weeks so chances are you
will want to continue being coached by TPB. We will be offering
a special continuation opportunity towards the end of the 12 weeks
that has been designed to be VERY cost effective for you to excel
even further.
The option to customise your TPB coaching experience will be available also.
Why only 20 riders?
Twenty because we want to focus on individual athletes that are
serious about their performance and provide them an experience
like never before.
The timing is not right for us right now, when can we
take advantage of this offer again?
Simple answer is no but Phirebird will continually run this program
@ certain times of the year for specific events. This particular
offer will only be seen once as we do understand life is about
timing and this is why this is a one time offer we guarantee it
will never be repeated because we want to reward those willing
to take action NOW not later!
So there you have it BMX fans, we hope that we have covered all your concerns relating to this exciting opportunity if not keep the questions coming. It’s your call or email that will make the difference, stop thinking and start doing… see you on the gate!
Sinz press release
The
Sticky Grips are an all new item from SINZ Racing Components.
With 3 different lengths to choose from - Mini (92mm), Expert
(115mm), and Pro (130mm), there is a grip for everyone. The super
soft knurled surface gives the impression of a simple design,
yet this advanced feature gives you loads of comfort, while supply
just the right amount of sticky feel to keep your hands right
on the grips in all conditions.
SINZ Sticky Grips are available in Mini, Expert, and Pro size,
and come in Black only.
All of SINZ Racing Products can be found at bike shops world wide.
For more information on SINZ, please visit www.SINZ-Racing.com
SINZ has a full offering for riders of an affordable line of high quality BMX race products. SINZ offers products in a wide variety of sizes and colors as well as having different price levels of components. From inexpensive quality parts to full on Pro race level items, SINZ has an offering for everyone.
Eastern Region BMX press release
After a lot of lobbying from the Vet Pro crowd (ably led
by master negotiator Jumpin' Jock Kelly), the Eastern Region committee
have put Vet Pro 20" back in the program. Prize pool of $250
per round (plus a bit in the Bonus Pool for those who ride all
6 rounds) is up so stay off the Christmas Pud and bring the Cruiser
and the 20" to take on the fast old farts at the DK Track
Attack.
Interest in the series is huge, with entries already coming in from interstate and New Zealand. They're all looking forward to XBR's super coaching clinic, the ProBikx/Champbikx round and the 6 rounds of the DK Track Attack.
ABABMX press release
The American Bicycle Association (ABA) and Twenty20 have
partnered up to bring you a helmet camera perspective of the 2007
nationals. TrackView, set to debut this January on www.ababmx.tv,
will be the first production allowing enthusiasts to see a lap
of each track from a rider’s perspective.
In conjunction with the ABA’s new BMX (Bicycle Motocross) website, TrackView will now be available for several of the selected tracks this season. ABABMX.tv will also broadcast all 27 ABA National events, with 14 events live! The new partnership with Twenty20 will make this programming the first of its kind in professional racing.
You can currently take a run with Bubba Harris (click here) for sample of what to expect. In this sample you’ll be taking a ride with Bubba Harris at his local track in Phoenix, AZ.
Twenty20 will be filming the Nationals with their new 2007 Helmet Camera, which debuted in November and is currently available to shops nationwide. The new Twenty20 camera, with its revolutionary CMOS image sensor, delivers a vivid, rich, and fast paced video. The release of the ‘07 camera will allow Twenty20 to rival CCD Helmet Cameras in quality, while maintaining advantages in size (3” x 1”), weight (4oz.), battery life (20hrs.), durability (1yr. warranty), availability (your local dealer) and price ($249.99).
For more information on the camera’s technology, pricing, compatibility, sample videos or to find a dealer near you, visit www.twenty20camera.com today, or call (866) 397-6920.
ABA (American Bicycle Association), formed in 1977 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, is “The Sanctioning Body of BMX”©. The ABA organizes BMX racing for boys, girls and adults, nationwide and Canada. With 60,000 active members, 274 racing facilities and a 27 event-national race schedule; ABA is the largest promoter of action sports. For additional press information about ABA, the sport of BMX, ABA events or Professional racers, call (714) 666-1999. To find races in your area or view the national event schedule, visit www.ababmx.com.
by Wade Bootes
On Monday the 11th of Dec my road bike was stolen in the Broad
Beach area on the Gold Coast. It is Sliver in colour with full
Dura Ace groupo with a Power Tap hub built in Velocity rims. There
are not too many of these bike's on the Gold Coast so hopefully
it will be seen. If you have any information or have seen someone
try to sell the bike for cheap, please e mail Wade@WadeBootes.com
by Shane Jenkins/bmxultra.com
The time has come that former pros in the 30 + classes will
be recognised at the Australian Championships. There is a small
glitch in the rules which may see it as an undersubscribed class
when it is run for the first time in 2007 however.
Excerpt from the 2007 Australian Championships entry form
30+ Masters Class (Male Only) is only open to
previous AA/Elite Competitors who have not raced AA/Elite
in previous 12 month period before 06/05/2007.
What this could mean is that some of the fastest guys in the 30 + classes will have to race the amature classes because they have competed in AA in the 12 months prior. I can think of names like Simon Anderson (Vic), Karl Mustchin (WA), Brett Scruse (NSW), and possibly Craig Fisher (ACT) that would have raced as a AA during this period, but I am sure with 12 months notice that those guys would have made the sacrifice to compete in a class that's perfect for them.
How is is fair on anyone that are 30 + that are fast and never rode as an AA/Elite rider to not have the chance to compete in the masters event over the amature class? And how is it fair that the guys who are more in it for fun will have to compete against some the fastest 30 + riders in the country because of a glitch in the rules?
by bmxultra.com
40 days until the Battery BSX2007.
We have currently raised $1000 for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.
Increased spectator area
At BSX2006 we allowed some vehicles into the spectator
area, but we expect a much larger crowd for BSX2007, so team and
sponsor vehicles will be allocated parking right by the front
gate. Anyone interested in team or sponsor parking should contact
us as soon as possible or risk missing out.
Kuwahara
at BSX
Kuwahara have joined BSX2007 as a bronze partner and
have made a very special donation to help raise money for the
Royal Children's Hospital. Their kind donation is a Team Kuwahara
race jersey that's signed by their two team riders Matt Pohlkamp
(USA), pictured right, and 2004 UCI world champion Warwick Stevenson
(AUS).
Kuwahara will also be providing stickers and other goodies for our BSX2007 show bags which will be available for the kids for free with their ticket. Limited to one per child.
There will also be a Kuwahara display at the BSX so you can check out their latest products up close.
Official BSX2007 partners
Platinum partner
Battery Energy Drink (www.batterydrink.com)
Gold partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
ManageSoft (www.managesoft.com)
XBR (www.xbr.com.au)
Silver partners
DK Bicycles (www.advancetraders.com.au)
Elite Cycle Imports/THE/ITS (www.eciimports.com)
Fosters Group (Carlton, Corona, Crown)
FreeAgent Australia
One Bicycles (www.onebicycles.com)
Safe and Sound Production Services (www.safeandsound.com.au)
Bronze partners
Alpine Timber Windows and Doors
Bayswater Cycles (www.cyclelink.com.au)
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
DMC Outsourcing (www.dmcoutsourcing.com.au)
Fox Racing by Monza Imports
Goldcross Cycles Chirnside Park (www.goldcross.com.au)
Mud Honey MX (www.mudhoneymx.com)
Scot Breithaupt (www.theomofbmx.com)
Splash Creative (www.spashcreative.com.au)
Partnership opportunities:
Partnership packages for the Battery BSX2007 are now available.
If you are interested in partnering with us to help raise money
at this event or even making a tax deductable donation to the
Royal Children's Hospital Foundation email webmaster@bmxultra.com.
Be quick:
If you are interested in being a partner and want to ensure you
get full value for your contribution with your company on the
event poster you better get in quick we are going to print very
soon.
Make a donation
We understand that many of you can't make the event so
we have posted an electronic donation form on the BSX webpage.
If you would like to make a donation download
the form which has all the details. All donations over $2
are tax deductable.
About BSX
BSX is short for Bicycle Supercross. We pair up some
of Australia's best pro BMXers on a 2 man track, much like Stumpy's
DC sprint trails, in a one on one elimination style race until
we find a winner. It's a BMX event like none other in the country.
The riders are challenged on a short technical track while having
a whole lot of fun and at the same time putting on a show for
the spectators. The event created an atmosphere that's too hard
to put into words and must be experienced. Last year Luke Madill
took the win, can he come back from spinal injuries and take it
again?
Next year the event will be held at Kinglake West, Victoria (just an hour north of Melbourne) on Monday January 22. It's the day after the UCI Pacific Oceania round at Knox (during the Track Attack series).
For further information check www.bmxultra.com/bsx
Team Redline Australia press release
Pascoe named BMX Junior Elite cyclist of the year.
Redline’s Todd Pascoe recently travelled to Melbourne
for the annual cyclist of the year awards dinner where he was
named BMX Cyclist of the year in the Junior Elite category.
Todd was in great company with fellow Queensland nominee’s Wade Bootes, Jamie Grey, Kamakazi, Krystal Cranfield, Renee Junga and Melissa Mankowski.
Congratulations Todd on a great achievement.
Victorian State Championships
Redline’s Victorian representatives, Ziggy, Josh and Damien
Callan along with team mate Luke Pretlove raced the Victorian
Titles at the end of November.
Ziggy cleaned up in Junior Women taking first place and then placed 7th in pro cruiser against the guys, which included her dad, Damien. We understand that Damien was relieved to get away with a 5th placing in front of Ziggy. His days of leading his daughter around the track may be numbered, especially now that Ziggy has conquered the big Knox doubles.
Josh rode AA men and made the finals, placing 7th against some outstanding opposition. Great result for Josh in his first event as a AA.
Luke Pretove took first place in AA cruiser and 5th place in AA men.
Team Redline hits the Pro Circuit.
Round one & two, Probikx / Champbix, Perth WA.
Team members Todd Pascoe, Michael Vockenson, Ashley Pemberton, Ziggy Callan, Josh Callan & Justin Braybon all travelled to Perth for the first rounds of the Probikx / Champbikx national series. They were joined by Redline’s local rising star, Trent Evans.
Trent Evans cleaned up in his Champbikx class, convincingly winning the 15 year boys events on both days. Trent had to take on Brendan Abel and Ryan Faux, both of whom are considered to be top performers nationally in this highly competitive class. A remarkable performance from this talented rider.
Todd Pascoe also put in a remarkable performance, making both Senior Elite finals against the best in his class. A great result given it’s his first year in with the big boys.
Ziggy Callan was outstanding again in Junior Women placing first on both days.
Josh Callan put in his typical 100% performance in the 16 year boys class against some very tough opposition. Placed 6th on day one and took out first place on day two.
Michael Vocko and Ashley Pemberton both raced Junior men, a class that is packed full of talented riders. Michael placed 2nd day one and 8th on day two after a crash. Ashley crashed out of the day one semis but came back in a big way for a 3rd on day two.
Overall standings after two rounds.
Ziggy Callan in 1st
Trent Evans in 1st
Josh Callan in 3rd
Vocko in 4th
Pembo in 6th
Todd in 8th
Justin Braybon who unfortunately copped a bout of glandular fever while in Perth is in 6th place.Get well soon Justin – from all.
Congratulations to all the Redline riders.
Thanks BMX-INTERNATIONAL, CO-SPONSORS, DEALERSHIPS, AFFILIATES...., & Team Management RL AUST.
Bully Bikes press release
Bully Bikes is proud to announce the re-release of their very
popular pedals. These Flat style pedals are CNC machined from
an extruded piece of 6061 Aluminum. The spindle is CNC machined
Cromoly. Sealed bearings and long pins round these babies out
for the best flat pedal on the market today. Packaged in an eye
attracting convertible box, they should have an excellent sell
through for your shop. Available through Custom Cycle Supply,
800-645-2453.
Color: Dark Gray
Sug. Retail: $64.95 (US)
Free Agent Bicycles press release
Free Agent Bicycles and USProBikes are please to announce the
signing of French Superstar 2 x World Champion Thomas Allier to
Free Agent. Thomas will focus mainly on French and European events
but will still being making an appearance at select US National
events during the 07 season. More info and the rest of the 07
Free Agent World Team line up coming soon.
freeagentbmx.com
usprobikes.com
Sirius Bicycles Press Release
Team Staats will be very busy in the New Year.
I can now confirm that all of the eight Team Staats (AUS) riders
will be at the Nerang Nationals next month racing for the very
first time as a team. And as it turns out Alexandra Williams,
Kane Barry, & Wyatt Clinch, - all Kiwi Staats team riders,
will also be making the trip across to the Gold Coast to join
them.
I’m certain of one thing… & that is that Staats Bicycles will be well represented at the first major race meeting of the New Year.
The Nerang Nationals is one of the larger races on the Australian calendar & this time around the race will be even bigger as it is not only a UCI ranking round but BMXA Champbikx & Probikx rounds also. 2007 is the first season of Probikx & this series promises to be a highly entertaining & fiercely competitive one.
Tim Ferguson (Elite Men) & Josh Webb (Junior Men) have been in fine form of late with solid performances at the recent New Zealand Titles in New Plymouth. Tim & Josh finished 4th & 2nd respectively in UCI racing & although early in the season both are in a good position with an 8th (tied) & 4th place in the (Oceanic region) overall standings.
Kevin Watson & Madison Janssen will be racing on their home track & should have the rub of the green (or is that brown?) & therefore be hot favourites to win their respective classes.
Staats Bicycles will also have a strong presence at the Toowoomba Open in February, reportedly Australia’s richest race with over $3000 on offer for the Pros.
Staats is to be the naming sponsor of the special event for 10 Boys – “The Staats Bicycles Tens”. According to event coordinator Kent Elliot, the 10 Boys class has one of the highest rider counts & is an extremely competitive class. And as a money class for these 10 year old pocket rockets first place is a $125 cash prize… not bad for a days racing!
For full event details go to www.toowoomba.bmxa.com.au.
Team Staats AUS is proudly sponsored by; Ciari Parts www.ciariparts.com, Fly Racing www.flyracingbmx.com, & ATi www.rideati.com.
by bmxultra.com
42 days until the Battery BSX2007.
We have currently raised $1000 for the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.
Open day
With bushfires burning around the state, a level 2 training clinic
and 42C degree day (that's around 110F for our US friends) we
had only 6 riders show for the open day on Sunday. Levi Collins
and Brian Kelly were attacking the track in the hot and dry conditions
with Brandan Bullows styling it up at every opportunity showing
Chase Collins, Chris Van Winden and Shane Jenkins how it's done.
While we didn't have a start gate to have some races we were able
to iron out some small problems around the track. The jumps and
corners held up well and will just require a little tidy up and
a lot of water. Let's hope for some rain to help fight the bushfires
and soak the track.
In the past 11 months we have been making small changes to the track taking out some of the jumps to open it up a little, make it faster and more fun for the riders. The aim was to make it a little less technical too, it's pretty much as techy as BSX2006 with bigger jumps. As the track gets rolled in and watered over the coming weeks it should only get better, faster and easier.
More BSX goodies arrived last week
A little while ago we announced that Mud Honey MX and
BMXMAD have become bronze partners of BSX2007 with their donations
of product for raffle prizes and auction items. Well the goodies
arrive last week.
Here's what we have to add to the growing list of prizes
And for the ladies
Official BSX2007 partners
Platinum partner
Battery Energy Drink (www.batterydrink.com)
Gold partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
ManageSoft (www.managesoft.com)
XBR (www.xbr.com.au)
Silver partners
DK Bicycles (www.advancetraders.com.au)
Elite Cycle Imports/THE/ITS (www.eciimports.com)
Fosters Group (Carlton, Corona, Crown)
FreeAgent Australia
One Bicycles (www.onebicycles.com)
Safe and Sound Production Services (www.safeandsound.com.au)
Bronze partners
Alpine Timber Windows and Doors
Bayswater Cycles (www.cyclelink.com.au)
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Fox Racing by Monza Imports
Goldcross Cycles Chirnside Park (www.goldcross.com.au)
Mud Honey MX (www.mudhoneymx.com)
Scot Breithaupt (www.theomofbmx.com)
Splash Creative (www.spashcreative.com.au)
Partnership opportunities:
Partnership packages for the Battery BSX2007 are now available.
If you are interested in partnering with us to help raise money
at this event or even making a tax deductable donation to the
Royal Children's Hospital Foundation email webmaster@bmxultra.com
Make a donation
We understand that many of you can't make the event so
we have posted an electronic donation form on the BSX webpage.
If you would like to make a donation download
the form which has all the details. All donations over $2
are tax deductable.
About BSX
BSX is short for Bicycle Supercross. We pair up some
of Australia's best pro BMXers on a 2 man track, much like Stumpy's
DC sprint trails, in a one on one elimination style race until
we find a winner. It's a BMX event like none other in the country.
The riders are challenged on a short technical track while having
a whole lot of fun and at the same time putting on a show for
the spectators. The event created an atmosphere that's too hard
to put into words and must be experienced. Last year Luke Madill
took the win, can he come back from spinal injuries and take it
again?
Next year the event will be held at Kinglake West, Victoria (just an hour north of Melbourne) on Monday January 22. It's the day after the UCI Pacific Oceania round at Knox (during the Track Attack series).
For further information check www.bmxultra.com/bsx
by Shane Jenkins/bmxultra.com
We have some information on the Victorian State Series and
while it might be what the riders want, a series, it worries me
that it may not be of much benefit to Victorian riders in the
proposed format.
What the Victorian riders need in the lead up to the Nationals is some good hard racing. The format for the Am classes is 4 rounds of motos and no finals. That's right, no finals. The points all contribute to the overall award. That's nice for people racing the whole series with a series focus. But let's take a step back and think about it...ok you've had enough time...at the Nationals riders are under immense pressure in elimination finals, so shouldn't we be giving the riders finals? Shouldn't we be putting them under pressure? And what about the riders that can't make all rounds for whatever reason. Is there any point for them to even race? Give them a final to race in and there will be.
There will also be a pro open class and 30 & over money class, with 3 motos and finals and 100% of the entries going back to the prize pools. I personally think this is a problem too. To give these riders the best possible racing it should be AA pro and A pro, forget 30 & Over money class for the series. This needs to be run at big individual events if you want everyone to turn up and make it worth while racing, events that might attract interstate riders, like Track Attack, Cash Dash or Thunderdome. The numbers will be dissapointing you can mark my words.
Here's the venues and dates:
by Rob Symmons
Wade Bootes and Tony Harvey are running a coach training clinic
(teaching coaches) and we need some students at Park Orchards
this Saturday and Sunday afternoons (Dec 9 and 10). We need a
mix of sprockets through to experienced riders.
Details:
Sat 14:00 to 16:30 All ages
Sun 12:45 to 15:30 All Ages (2 one hour sessions - riders welcome
to do both)
Numbers limited, please call Rob Symmons on 0411 691 103 to confirm a place.
by Steve Spencer
This is a call out to the BMX community. It is time to come together
and help out a great friend to all.... Mr. Greg Leasure.
Many of you may have been following the reports on Greg since falling ill in Tulsa. To summarize what Greg has experienced:
Greg began to feel ill on the Friday 11/17 while driving with the ABA crew to Tulsa. It started with chills, fever, and nausea. The next day it continued and Greg figured it was the flu and with some fluids and rest it would run its course. On Sunday night he started to get shortness of breath and asked to be taken to the hospital. While in the hospital Greg was placed on IV's and after a brief evaluation it was determined he had a bad case of pneumonia. He was issued antibiotics, inhaler and pain med's. He felt slightly better on Monday but was still unable to hold down any food and most liquids.
Early Wednesday morning Greg woke up his roomy Dan Mooney and said he felt worse than ever and needed to go back to the hospital. Dan rushed him over and Greg was immediately admitted for observation. New xrays showed that the liquid in Greg's left lung had increased significantly.
At this point a doctor stated that Greg may have cancer and would have to have a biopsy performed! This news escalated Greg's anxiety along with those of who are close to him. Greg's girlfriend Lizzie immediately flew out to Tulsa to be with him. Greg was released on Thursday and flew back home to Phoenix in hopes to get in to a doctor at one of the premier medical facilities in the country, the Mayo Clinic. Greg's condition was not improving all while in the back of his head he kept hearing the word "cancer".
Greg's attempts to get into a doctor were delayed due to insurance changes that were taking place with his recent move from San Diego to Phoenix plus the Mayo Clinic's scheduling did not have him due to come in until sometime in January!!! Greg's mom and Lizzie were persistent in communicating Greg's condition to the Mayo Clinic which led to Greg's appointment on 12/06.
The examination concluded that Greg did not have cancer but did have what is called Valley Fever (http://www.dhpe.org/infect/valley.html ). The condition is sometimes fatal but Greg is in the right hands now. Greg is now at ease with the cancer-cloud no longer looming over head.
The whole ordeal did not come without a price. Greg has amassed a substantial medical bill. Greg is presently in between jobs since moving to Phoenix and is very concerned about addressing the medical bills. This is where we come in. Please find it in your hearts and wallets to help Greg out. Any amount will be gladly accepted and greatly appreciated. Those of you who know Greg know that he would be the first one to spearhead a fundraising effort if any of you needed the assistance.
Greg lives and breaths BMX and is a friend to all in the BMX community. He is the US Marketing/Advertising Director for BMX World Magazine, an avid contributor to the BMX forums, one bad-azz racer for Factory Avent/Bombshell who had his Grands/NAG dreams knocked out from underneath him this year and is ONE HELL OF A FRIEND and a human being.
Please, let us band together and help out our brother in need.
You can send your donations via PAYPAL to:
gregleasure@hotmail.com
Or his home address:
Greg Leasure
2333 E. Southern Ave.
Tempe, AZ 85282.
Thank you in advance for your help.
NBL press release
Hilliard, Ohio - The National Bicycle League is proud to
launch their brand new website which completes Phase One of a
multi-phase project that promises to become THE resource center
for BMX Racing on the internet.
Welcome to Phase One of the NBL's new website - The NBL Digital BMX Racing Hub. Not only will the new site better serve our tracks and members, it will also provide current information on ‘How to Start BMX Racing’, ‘How to Start a New BMX Track’, and an exciting PRO Section to provide fans with a peek at the top BMX Racing athletes in the country and from around the world. All of the standard sections including points, results, and schedules have been redesigned and new the format features vastly improved navigation with plenty of buttons to keep you busy during your stay.
The site has been designed to offer improved functionality while maintaining a race-inspired look. “Our new site will enable us to better communicate with our tracks and riders, bringing the NBL community closer together” says Kevin O’Brien, NBL Marketing Director. “And this is just the beginning – we plan to add additional features and improvements to adapt to the ever-changing demands of our industry” adds O’Brien. Phase Two of the new site will feature a comprehensive Track Operators Resource Center and Additional Member Services to provide our growing number of tracks and riders with current program information, FAQ's, idea sharing, and plenty of resources to help them promote their local programs.
Navigating around the new site is simple - Click on the BMX Track button to find an existing NBL track, or browse through a number of materials on how to Start a New Track - a valuable resource tool for potential track directors and City Park planners. The Track Info link will keep our BMX tracks informed about the latest events and news so they can help educate their members and volunteers. One click at the top right will get you inside the all-new NBL Kidz section where kids can play games, download coloring pages, and check out monthly rider profiles and features like the NBL’s new Bring-A-Buddy program. Click over to NBL History and see how the NBL was formed in 1974, pay homage to Our Champions, and then visit the Pro Section to see the BMX stars of today. Before moving on, be sure to check out the NBL Store to pick up something for those Christmas Stockings!
And to further the spirit of the holiday season, the NBL is giving away some sweet prizes including a new Intense BMX frame, T-shirts, and 2 Autographed Tangent National Champion numberplates (signed by Donny Robinson, Kim Hayashi and Kiyomi Waller). HOW you ask? Join our new mailing list to stay informed and you could WIN just in time for Christmas. Find out about Intense/Everguard’s Danny Caluag in The Buzz, check your points, or download a coloring page – it’s all there on the NBL’s new Digital BMX Racing Hub. Welcome aboard and enjoy your stay.
Sign up for our mailing list now and your name will be automatically entered in the prize draw. Log on now to www.nbl.org
bmxultra.com press release
We think it's time that the people who helped create and
shape BMX in Australia are recognised for their contributions.
There are many fantastic individuals who helped bring the sport
to the masses, from running the first races, to opening the first
BMX specific clubs, to contributing to our own BMX industry, to
performing in front of TV cameras. All of which would make BMX
a national phenomenon in the early 80's.
As new people come into the sport today, some even second generation BMXers themselves, the tales of these great pioneers fade. It's not our intention to create legends but to remember them, to remind people of our roots and our rich history.
There are two categories in the bmxultra.com Hall of Fame; rider and industry. We had initially considered volunteer as well but have decided that's up to the governing bodies to award.
After many nominations and discussions we have come up with our first list of nominees, there are many more names we will introduce for the second wave, but believe these were the first of the pioneers in the sport.
| Riders |
Industry |
| Jamie Hales (Vic), |
Graeme Stevens - SLA (Qld), |
We will still consider additional first round nominees but as the Jan 20, 2007 awards day is rapidly approaching we have to move forward.
We will be putting together a seperate page for the bmxultra.com Hall of Fame with descriptions of each of the nominees. If there are any readers that can help us with information or photos please email them to webmaster@bmxultra.com.
Sun Ringle press release
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you probably already
know who took home the big shiny cups from the ABA Grands last
week in Tulsa OK. What you may not have known is that all
4 Pro Titles this year were won on Sun Ringle’ wheels.
It’s no secret that Sun Rims can be found on almost every
top BMX racer on the track so we’re used to our riders winning
and having success. But sweeping all the Pro Titles for the year
is definitely something to brag about.
CMC/Tangent’s Alise “the Beast” Post had an incredible rookie year in Girl Pro, taking the Golden Crank Award for Rookie of the Year (beating out the guys for this award) and then winning the ABA Girl Pro Title a few days later. Alise rides the Sun 4Stroke Race wheelset. “
Redline’s “Black Jack” Jason Carnes came back from early season knee surgery to take the ABA Vet Pro title for the fifth year in a row. Jason rides the Sun 4Stroke Race wheelset.
“The Little Engine that Did” Formula’s Donnie D.R. Robinson capped off his awesome 2006 season by winning the Golden Crank Award for Pro of the Year and the ABA Pro Cruiser Title. Donnie rides the Sun CR18 1.5 rims.
And some guy they call “Bubba” made history this weekend by becoming the first Pro in history to win the ABA Pro Title 3 years in a row. Redline’s Bubba Harris has ridden the Sun Pro Super Stock wheelset to all 3 of his ABA Pro Titles.
And not to be forgotten, Sun co-sponsored Redman/Yamaha Waverunner won the Factory Team Title for 2006 as well.
Congrats to all of our riders for a dominating season and thanks for taking Sun Ringle' along for the ride.
bmxultra.com press release
The bmxultra.com crew were out in force at the Victorian Championships,
for the first time ever bmxultra.com submitted a team for the
team trophy, finishing equal third and only 20 points off the
winning Kuwahara/BMXMAD team. Be on the look out for the team
who will be aiming at #1 in the future.
Levi Collins had a good meeting with 3rd in AA mens cruiser and 6th in the tough AA pro mens class.
Shane Jenkins finished up with a 6th in A mens cruiser but didn't have much luck in A men.
Co-sponsored riders
Danny Galea had a fantastic meeting in 30-34 men and 30-34 cruiser taking the clean sweep in both classes and winning the Keith Williams medal for his outstanding efforts. Danny was also riding in the A Pro mens class but only got as far as the semis.
Adam Carey had a little bad luck in the AA Men's class, he didn't make the main at only his second major event as a AA pro, but he gained valuable experience against a tough field.
Scooby Guyers made the 16 boys semi but didn't manage to get any further, he did take 3rd in A men cruiser.
Jamie Bullows had a great weekend finishing 3rd in 30-34 men and 3rd in 30-34 cruiser. Both were behind former State Pro champions Danny Galea and Simon Anderson.
Brandan Bullows also did a fantastic job, he finished 3rd in 13 boys and 3rd in 13-14 cruiser. Brandon is also co-sponsored by SE Bikes and rode on their team for the teams challenge. The team finished 5th behind team bmxultra.com.
Brett MaliC was all set to come to the event but was struck down by a lung infection. Wolfman stayed in South Australia with him.
The bmxultra.com team is proudly supported by One Bicycles, Supercross BMX, Answer BMX, Dirt Designs, ATi grips, and Tektro brakes.
by Shane Jenkins/bmxultra.com
Have you ever wondered who comes up with the rules in Australia
to protect the riders from potential harm? Like the rule of tucking
your jersey into your pants. It always amuses me, I can't help
but think it was one of the older guys in our sport who is very
proud of his appearance tucking himself in at every opportunity
in fine harry high pants style. It's a rule that never has really
worked, most race pants are low cut and jerseys aren't very long
either. So a rider would tuck themselves in and on the gate the
jersey would come out again. I am just guessing but I think that
the assumption was that riders might get caught on a loose jersey.
Last I looked elbows and handlebars stuck out a lot further than
someone's waist. If a rider was going to crash it wouldn't be
because of a jersey being tucked in or not, in fact if a jersey
was tucked in it would be more likely that a handlebar would get
caught in it and a rider pulled from their bike.
And what about this new rule we keep hearing about with wearing
"tear resistant" pants. I don't know if people realise
but when you use granetic sand or that crushed rock surface that's
so popular in Australia it is full of small stones that would
shred a carbon fibre helmet let alone any type of cloth. It would
be safer for the riders to change the surface of every Australian
track to straight clay. And what about the riders that want to
try the sport for the first time? Are we going to tell them they
can't use track pants or jeans because they aren't tear resistant?
I think if someone does some research they will find that some
jeans and track pants would cope better than some of the race
pants on the market.
In the US gloves and pads are optional for racing. I don't recommend
that we push for similar rules here because I know how many times
gloves have saved my hands. In fact while people are talking about
"tear resistant" clothing they forget about the optional
elbow, knee and chest protection. No matter how good pants and
jersey can be you will always manage to lose some skin in a fall
even if you don't tear your clothing. Elbow and knee guards are
so under-rated, they can protect riders from injuries that would
keep them off their bikes or even end careers.
Why do people spend so much time thinking about safety issues
even 30+ years after the sport was created? There are far bigger
issues like improving the attendance rates at race meetings for
example.
What I am trying to say is that it doesn't matter what you wear,
unless you consider additional protection like elbow and knee
guards there will always be some risk of injury.
This sport was always strongest when we had less rules. It was
more affordable, it was simpler, it was a lot more fun.
by bmxultra.com
49 days until the Battery BSX2007.
We have currently raised $1000 for the Royal Children's Hospital
Foundation.
Open day Sunday December 10 @ 11 am email webmaster@bmxultra.com
for details.
Before we start I would like to thank Matt Dickenson, Maddy Denholm,
Jye Denholm, and Matt Dunsworth for helping out with the track
on Saturday. A couple of other guys that I must thank are Shannon
Rademaker and Chris Van Winden without them the track changes
would not have been possible.
Kinglake West CFA catering
We have confirmed that the Kinglake West CFA will be catering
for BSX2007. They did a fantastic job supplying BBQed food and
drink at BSX2006 and asked if they could do it again before we
even had a chance to ask them back. All money they raise by CFA
goes back to the CFA to help pay for new equipment and maintenance.
Only days after BSX2006 Kinglake experienced the biggest fires
in the area for over 50 years, no houses were lost. BSX is proud
to help the CFA and the Kinglake community.
ECI/THE/ITS join the crusade
One of Australia's biggest BMX distributors, Elite Cycle
Imports, have joined the crusade to help us raise money for the
Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. We have just received a
box full of THE and Intense Tire Systems products for auctions
and raffles including;
Official BSX2007 partners
Platinum partner
Battery Energy Drink (www.batterydrink.com)
Gold partners
Dirt Designs (www.bmxultra.com/dirt)
ManageSoft (www.managesoft.com)
XBR (www.xbr.com.au)
Silver partners
DK Bicycles (www.advancetraders.com.au)
Elite Cycle Imports/THE/ITS (www.eciimports.com)
Fosters Group (Carlton, Corona, Crown)
FreeAgent Australia
One Bicycles (www.onebicycles.com)
Safe and Sound Production Services (www.safeandsound.com.au)
Bronze partners
Alpine Timber Windows and Doors
Bayswater Cycles (www.cyclelink.com.au)
BMXMAD (www.bmxmad.com.au)
Fox Racing by Monza Imports
Goldcross Cycles Chirnside Park (www.goldcross.com.au)
Mud Honey MX (www.mudhoneymx.com)
Scot Breithaupt (www.theomofbmx.com)
Splash Creative (www.spashcreative.com.au)
Partnership opportunities:
Partnership packages for the Battery BSX2007 are now available.
If you are interested in partnering with us to help raise money
at this event or even making a tax deductable donation to the
Royal Children's Hospital Foundation email webmaster@bmxultra.com
Open day Sunday December 10
A lot of work has been done to the track and most of
it while the dirt was very dry so we need help rolling it in and
making final tweeks. If you are looking for something to do on
Sunday December 10 from about 11 am it would really help us out
if you could come and ride the track, and it may even give you
an edge to get to know the track before BSX2007. It's not 100%
certain if we will have a gate on the day but we'll do our best
to organise something. Riders must understand they will be riding
at their own risk until BSX2007 which will be fully insured, but
that's the same as if you were riding the local dirt jumps anyway.
Make a donation
We understand that many of you can't make the event so
we have posted an electronic donation form on the BSX webpage.
If you would like to make a donation download
the form which has all the details. All donations over $2
are tax deductable.
About BSX
BSX is short for Bicycle Supercross. We pair up some
of Australia's best pro BMXers on a 2 man track, much like Stumpy's
DC sprint trails, in a one on one elimination style race until
we find a winner. It's a BMX event like none other in the country.
The riders are challenged on a short technical track while having
a whole lot of fun and at the same time putting on a show for
the spectators. The event created an atmosphere that's too hard
to put into words and must be experienced. Last year Luke Madill
took the win, can he come back from spinal injuries and take it
again?
Next year the event will be held at Kinglake West, Victoria (just an hour north of Melbourne) on Monday January 22. It's the day after the UCI Pacific Oceania round at Knox (during the Track Attack series).
For further information check www.bmxultra.com/bsx
BMX Australia press release
Cameron and Callisto Win First National BMX Tour
The Hog’s Breath Café Probikx National Tour
got underway today in Perth. Over 100 of Australia’s top
riders raced in a packed two hour program at the Hills BMX Track.
This weekend's racing is in a format similar to what riders will
face at the Beijing Olympics.
Sydney's Alex Cameron pushed all the way to the finish line to win while early leader, Gold Coast’s Wade Bootes came second. Finish line judges were challenged as four riders were shoulder to shoulder. Warwick Stevenson (Sydney) finished a close third while Michael “Tiger” Robinson narrowly missed a podium spot. Junior BMX Cyclists of the Year, Todd Pascoe (Townsville) came fifth while Luke Madill crashed but did not sustain an injury.
Cameron stayed behind the leaders allowing Bootes and Robinson to push the pace early then came from behind in the final straight to win. Cameron also won the first National Mountain Cross race in Sydney last month.
Perth’s Nicole Callisto returned to racing for the first time after knee surgery with a convincing win. Callisto caught the fast starting Tanya Bailey going underneath her on the second corner then powered away to win convincingly. Junior BMX Cyclist of the Year, Melissa Mankowshi (Moranbah), rode herself into second place with Bailey was relegated to third. A return to the racing today for five-time BMX World Champion Rachael Sheridan (Sydney) indicates the interest in the women’s ranks in making it to the Beijing Olympics.
The largest field was the 16 boys will Sam Willoughby from Adelaide taking the win. Kirsten Delllar (Tom Price) showed the training camp run earlier in the week was effective when she beat older riders to win the 16 girl’s division. Local Hills Club rider, Trent Evans, took out the 15 boys and Cockburn’s Shannon Evans won the 14 boys.
Riders rode time trials as they will for UCi events such as the Olympics and experiened rider, Wade Bootes (#74), demonstrated age is no barrier when he qualified fastest in 36.01. Cale McCullough (#723) from Perth was second quickest in 36.55. Both Perth women blitzed the time trail with the fastest times with Callisto riding a 41.56 and Bailey a 42.18.
Results
Probikx - Elite Men - all finalists (8)
1. Alexander CAMERON
2. Wade BOOTES
3. Warwick STEVENSON
4. Michael ROBINSON
5. Todd PASCOE
6. Cale MCCULLOCH
7. James DIXON
8. Luke MADILL
Probikx - Elite Women - top 3
1. Nicole CALLISTO
2. Melissa MANKOWSKI
3. Tanya BAILEY
Probikx - Junior Men - top 3
1. Steven JANSSEN
2. Michael VOCKENSON
3. Matthew WILLOUGHBY
Champbikx - 16 Boys - top 3
1. Sam WILLOUGHBY
2. Michael CHASTEAUNEUF
3. Anthony DEAN
Champbikx -16 Girls - top 3
1. Kirsten DELLAR (15G)
2. Lacey OLIVER (14G)
3. Jackie MATTIOLI (14G)
Champbikx - 15 Boys - top 3
1. Trent EVANS
2. Brendan ABEL
3. Andrew SCHULTZ
Champbikx - 14 Boys - top 3
1. Shannon BURNETT
2. Graeme MUDD
3. Brent WELHAN
Madill makes comeback from serious injury
Luke Madill (# 17 Penrith, NSW) laid his claim on a Beijing Olympic
berth today after winning the second round of the Hog’s
Breath BMX National Tour in Perth. The 2005 National Champion
is back from serious neck injury in May which saw him hospitalized
for two months.
Daniel Johnstone (#22 Terrigal, NSW) stayed on Madill’s wheel and was ahead of a massive tangle in the first berm to finish second. Bill Hobbs (#155, Quin’s Rock, WA) and Wade Bootes (#72 Gold Coast, QLD) got caught in the ‘wash’ and finished third and fourth respectively. Bootes now leads the Series with 189 points while Madill sits second on the table with 169 points. Yesterday’s winner, Alex Cameron made it into third on the series table. Warwick Stevenson was eliminated in the semi-finals. BMX Junior Cyclist of the Year, Todd Pascoe (#338, Townsville), now racing with elite landed heavily in the semi-final but got up to finish and make it into the final to place eighth.
In the women's elite, two Perth riders finished neck and neck with Tanya Bailey (# 17 Manjimup, WA) winning from 2004 World Junior Champion, Nicole Callisto (#55, Beechboro, WA). Top ranked Australian, Bailey was able to keep the rising star, Callisto, at bay. Callisto returned to racing this weekend for the first time since her knee reconstruction saw her sidelined in January this year. The girls raced on their home track of Wanneroo but have recently moved to Sydney to pursue their Olympic pursuits. After winning yesterday at Hills in Perth, Callisto now leads the series by 231 points with Bailey in second on 211 points. The return of five time World Champion, Rachel Simpson (Sydney) with a third place makes it clear that the wife of Sydney Kings player could be out for a spot in the Olympic team. BMX Junior Cyclist of the Year, Melissa Mankowski finished fourth.
Junior rider, Ben Davis (#56, Byford, WA) won from Matthew Willoughby from and Townsville’s Ashley Pemberton. Victorians, Ziggy Callan (#46) and Joshua Callan (#107), won their races in junior women and 16 boys respectively. U/15 boys winner over the two days was Trent Evans (#19, Forestfield, WA) who now has a strong lead in the series.
Results
Junior Women (5 Riders)
1. Ziggy CALLAN
2. Grace IRELAND
3. Catherine HOPKINS
4. Alyce PATRONI
5. Chantelle DEAN
Junior Men (21 Riders)
1. Ben DAVIS
2. Matthew WILLOUGHBY
3. Ashley PEMBERTON
4. Ashley MCCUTCHEON
5. Steven JANSSEN
6. Luke LONDEMA
7. Joshua WEBB
8. Michael VOCKENSON
Elite Women (6 Riders)
1. Tanya BAILEY
2. Nicole CALLISTO
3. Rachael SHERIDAN
4. Melissa MANKOWSKI
5. Kylie PATRONI
6. Chaye LANG
Elite Men (19 Riders)
1. Luke MADILL
2. Daniel JOHNSTONE
3. Bill HOBBS
4. Wade BOOTES
5. Brian KIRKHAM
6. Scott TAYLOR
7. Billy JOLLIFFE
8. Todd PASCOE
14 Boys (10 Riders)
1. Shannon BURNETT
2. Brent WELHAN
3. Graeme MUDD
4. Jaymin KING
5. Thomas ROWE
6. Callum PEARMINE
7. Christopher LATHWELL
8. Darryn GOODWIN
15 Boys (8 Riders)
1. Trent EVANS
2. Ryan FAUX
3. Brendan ABEL
4. Andrew SCHULTZ
5. Robert LONDEMA
6. Dylan HALL
7. Joel STEVENS
8. Jamie WELHAN
16 Girls (9 Riders)
1. Lauren REYNOLDS
2. Cherie SIMPSON
3. Lacey OLIVER (14G)
4. Jackie MATTIOLI (14G)
5. Kirsten DELLAR (15G)
6. Laura WESTERN (15G)
7. Talia SMITH (15G)
16 Boys (16 Riders)
1. Joshua CALLAN
2. Sam WILLOUGHBY
3. Anthony DEAN
4. Joseph HEY
5. Harley CLEMENTS
6. Michael CHASTEAUNEUF
7. Justin BRAYBON
8. Kurt NICHOLLS
by bmxultra.com
Jason Bergstrom has some more eye candy for us from the NBL
Thanksgiving National at Morristown TN over the weekend. Click
here to check out the photos.
UCI press release
UCI is pleased to announce the track layout of the 2007 UCI
BMX World Championships, which will be held 26-29 July 2007 in
Victoria BC, Canada.
The permanent track will be situated at the Juan De Fuca Recreation
Park in Greater Victoria. The track construction has already begun
with UCI Track builder, Tom Ritzenthaler, and will be finalized
in early 2007.
NBL press release
Dust off those old school rides and haul them out to the
NBL Christmas Classic, December 28. The NBL is serving up the
KING OF FLATS race on Thursday with a retro-cool display of the
oldies. Hey, if you decide to race one of those ol’ rides,
NBL will reward you for your courage whether it’s a Skyway
TA, CW Phase One, Mongoose, VDC, or any number of other classic
bikes. Yeah, the race is only open to 30 & Over Am’s
on 20” bikes and its only $20 to play – heck, some
of these guys are the ones who help pioneer the early years so
it’s a chance for the purists to relive the glory days.
Be sure to keep those clips in the cooler though, this race is
just for FLATS… the KING OF FLATS. Oh yeah, and if there
are any ladies/women/powderpuffs, who want to put together a QUEEN
OF FLATS, a minimum of 8 will get you a class too. How’s
that 20” looking Deanna?
Standard Byke is providing some of the goodies and the top 3, at minimum, will get some new, fancy FLAT pedal shoes. Bruce Balay of Crossroads BMX is putting together the bike show so contact him at 317-213-3955 or bmxinc@yahoo.com and you can now register online for this class, or any of the standard NBL classes, at www.nbl.org.
by Shane Jenkins/bmxultra.com
There were so many big classes at the Victorian Championships
that it would be hard to cover them all. The two stand outs for
the meeting won the Keith Williams medal. Both Danny Galea and
Sophie Tye took a clean sweep of their 20" and cruiser classes.
Danny also competed in A pro but was eliminated in the semi finals.
In the pro cruiser classes Luke Pretlove won AA with Jonathan Hoare in second and Levi Collins in third, Connor Hunter won A followed by Aaron Wheatland and Scooby Guyers. Ziggy Callan was also getting amongst it with the A pro cruiser guys and don't worry she kept the guys on their toes.
Gary Morgan doubled in the 40-44 20" and cruiser.
Madison Denholm doubled in 11-12 cruiser and 12 class.
Leigh Huitema doubled in the 19-24 cruiser and 20" class.
Craig Walczuk and Bruce Watman shared a 1st and a 2nd each in
the 35-39 20" and cruiser.
Kuwahara/BMXMAD took out the teams trophy with 261158 in second and the Lilydale Flyers and team bmxultra.com shared third place points.
The Knox track was in perfect condition and the event was well run. Day 2 was a little dragged out, but it was mostly because of a serious crash in the last straight where Simon Braunthal went down heavily. Calling out name, club, and number to introduce the semi finalists was a bit of an overkill, maybe just a name would have been enough. Those guys deserve a little recognition for making the semis but they aren't finals. Even the officials were twiddling their thumbs and checking their watches when that was going on.
The 2006 Victorian Championships have set a new standard of recent times it will be interesting to see what will happen at Park Orchards next year.
Results:
Team Phirebird press release
Team Phirebird has been completely overwhelmed by the response
to the PB Phase #1 release; it has greatly exceeded even our expectations
so thank you!
Phase #1 has blown the minds of some, as our inbox has become a congested peak hour e-mail highway with letters coming from around the world, all reaching us with a common theme – Phase #1 needs more explaining!
TPB are solution focused so what we want to do is invite more questions/comments, any at all, e-mail them to Phirebird and what we will do is post the answers online for everyone to observe, names will be kept confidential.
Please place all e-mails in our inbox by Sunday, 3rd PM AEST, so we can get the answers online ASAP. This of course means the closing date will be shifted to accommodate your decision to participate so consider the opportunity still open. There are still 12 positions available so don’t delay.
Team Phirebird
coaching@phirebird.com.au
BMX Australia press release
Some of Australia's top riders to race in the first rounds of
the Probikx National Tour in Perth over the weekend.
Elite Men:
potential team for Beijing Olympics 2008
Warwick Stevenson (Minto, NSW) – Raced
at the ABA Grands against the world's best racers & won the
pro open beating the World #1 cruiser rider Donny Robinson - recovered
from knee surgery – High Performance Squad – the 2004
World Champion
Luke Madill (Penrith, NSW) – return to
racing after injury at Nationals in May – first major race
back – member of High Performance Squad
Wade Bootes (Gold Coast, QLD) – National
Mountain Cross Champion - new addition to the High Performance
Squad
Todd Pascoe (Townsville, QLD) – won Jnr
BMX Cyclist of the Year Award last weekend in Melbourne - won
Junior Champbikx last year – now riding up with the elite
Michael ‘Tiger’ Robinson (Greenbank,
QLD) – in the High Perforamance Squad
Billy Jolliffe (Tamworth / Terrigal, NSW) –
placed 6th at World Championships in elite men – one of
2 Aussies to make the prestigious final – new member of
the High Performance Squad
Elite Women:
Tanya Bailey (Mariginiup, Perth, WA) –
top WA rider – was 1 of 3 finalists for BMX female cyclist
of the year
Melissa Mankowski (Moranbah, Central QLD/Campbelltown,
NSW) – won Jnr BMX Cyclist of the Year Award last weekend
in Melbourne – won Junior Champbikx last year – now
riding up with the elite
Nicole Callisto (Perth, WA just moved to Campbelltown,
NSW) – was 2005 Jnr Elite World Champion – had knee
surgery and out most of last season – first race back
Junior Elite Men:
potential team for London Olympics 2012
Ashley McCutcheon (Warrnambool, VIC) –
World Champion 16 class
Jye Danielson (Mackay, Central QLD)
Ben Davis (Byford, WA)
Steven Janssen (Gold Coast)
Sam Willoughby (Adelaide, SA) – 3rd World
Champion U/16
Ashley Pemberton (Townsville, QLD)
Michael Vockenson (Sunshine Coast, QLD)
Junior Elite Women:
Ziggy Callan (Lilydale, VIC)
Grace Ireland (Liverpool, NSW)
Catherine Hopkins (Hills, WA)